Josh76
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- First ReviewJune 6, 2009
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- First Review CommentFebruary 5, 2011
- Last Review CommentJanuary 19, 2015
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Dell - 24" IPS LED FHD FreeSync Compatible Monitor (DisplayPort, HDMI, USB) - Silver
Connecting virtually with friends and co-workers gets a major upgrade with the monitor’s built-in camera, noise-cancelling microphones and dual 5W speakers. You’ll enjoy amazing video clarity and crystal-clear sound. Versatile USB-C connectivity delivers video, audio and data, and charges your laptop. Plus, with just one cord, you'll have a clutter-free desk space. A super clear 5MP IR pop-up camera features facial recognition through Windows Hello for convenient, instant sign-on to Windows. The best part? The camera stays hidden until you're ready for video chatting or selfies. A height-adjustable stand and a monitor that tilts, swivels and pivots so you look your best and feel your best for all-day conferencing.
Great addition to my WFH setup
Customer Rating
5.0
This monitor intrigued me because of the built in webcam and speakers. I work in sales and have been doing primarily video calls on Teams and Zoom with clients and staff. I have a great laptop but don't want to always have it open as it takes up desk space. This monitor allows me to keep my laptop hidden away while giving me a superior camera, microphone and speakers.
Setup of the monitor was really easy, Dell makes the best and easiest monitors to setup in my opinion. The stand easily attached to the monitor and is height adjustable, tilts and fully swivels. I tried this for awhile on it's own with my Dell plugged in via the included USB cable. I love having a monitor with a USB-c connection as I can have a really clean setup and charge the laptop through the monitor at the same time. The webcam pops up when you press down on it gently and can be hidden when not in use for privacy.
The camera is very different from the typical laptop camera, it has a much wider viewing angle which i like and I love having it higher up than a laptop would be. I wish the camera itself could be tilted without moving the entire monitor.
The sound is great and has echo cancelling technology on both the speaker and the mic which makes my video calls sound crystal clear on both ends. Streaming tv and movies look and sound great as well.
My only gripe is that I cannot daisy chain to another monitor via displayport, something that should be available with any USB-C monitor. Luckily, the monitor still works very well as a USB-C hub when connected to a dock which allows me to have to have dual monitors.
As usual, Dell does a great job with this monitor, I would expect nothing less from them.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Introducing MX Keys Mini, a smaller, smarter, and mightier minimalist wireless keyboard made for creators. The minimalist form factor provides improved ergonomics by aligning your shoulders and allowing you to place your mouse closer to your keyboard for less arm reaching, more comfort, and better body posture. Perfect Stroke keys are shaped for your fingertips with optimal key stability and tactile responsiveness to keep you oriented and in your flow. The backlit keys light up the moment your hands approach, and automatically adjust to suit changing lighting conditions. Smart Dictation, Mic Mute/Unmute and Emoji keys streamline your workflow even further.
I love typing on the this keyboard!
Customer Rating
5.0
I consider myself a keyboard snob. I spent years waiting for the perfect keyboard and that day came when I got the Logitech MX Keys keyboard last year. It was sturdy, was comfortable to type on and worked great with my MacBook Pro and my Dell XPS. When I saw this new mino version of that keyboard, I was psyched to give it a try.
Much like the larger version, this is a really sturdy keyboard with good weight to it. It never moves on my desk and the keys hit perfectly. This version loses the numeric keypad and I gotta say, I really don't miss it. I like having a little extra space on my desk and it makes the keyboard much lighter and more portable.
I love the backlit keyboard, the typing experience is one of the best i've ever had. The keys are stable and I'm confident that this keyboard was built to last.
I can connect bluetooth to 3 separate devices and switching between them has been seamless. It also has all of the multimedia keys plus a couple of surprises. I love the screen snipping shortcut key and it works perfectly on both my Mac and my Windows PC. The dictation key is great as well, though it only works for me on my Windows laptop, in fact, the keyboard does not show up in logitech Options on my Mac. On the Windows laptop I can customize the function keys, on Mac I cannot, but no biggie. It also has a handy mute button for video calls, as well as an emoji button, which I actually kind of like, though I can't use emoji's in my review :(
This is my new favorite keyboard, I don't think Logitech has ever disappointed me with the keyboard and mouse products.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Battery Backup & Surge Protector for Electronics and Computers
Great addition to my setup
Customer Rating
5.0
We use APC battery backups at my office but I really never had the need for it at home since I use a laptop can go with battery power. I was excited to try this new version that can allow me to have battery backup for my router and modem.
Set was easy, just slide the battery into the slot on the bottom, plug it in and you're ready to go. The power cable is the perfect length for me and the device sits in my tv console. It has 6 plugs, 4 with battery backup and 2 with just surge protection. My router and modem plugs are unfortunately oddly shaped, so I ended up losing one outlet.
I love the fact that in case of a power loss, i'll still have internet for a couple of hours and I know that all of my equipment will be well protected from surges.
This seems like a no brainer of a purchase for any home network setup.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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ChiliSleep - OOLER Cooling & Heating Mattress Pad (Half Queen - 80" L x 30" W)
The OOLER is our most luxurious sleep system with a hydro-powered thermal range that operates from 55-115°F. It includes a hydronic pad, control unit(s) & OOLER app for sleep schedules. Enjoy upgraded features to improve sleep & optimize it for 1 sleeper. (Half Queen - 80" L x 30" W)
Wish this really worked
Customer Rating
3.0
As I've gotten older, I've come to really appreciate and value my sleep so I when I saw this product I was intrigued. I'll try almost anything to help me sleep better and I was excited to give this a try.
The setup was super easy. I have the base on the other side of my nightstand and run the hose to the cooling pad from under the bed and strapped on the mesh cooling pad. I filled the base with water and then downloaded the Oooler app. Setup on the app, via bluetooth, was very simple and within seconds, I had it working. I setup 3 different sleep schedules on the app and could not wait to get into bed that night.
I got into bed and noticed that it was someone cooler than normal when set to 65 degrees, then i lowered it to 63 and felt a negligible difference. One of the things Ooler boats about this is that it will help you fall asleep faster but this has not been the case for me. They also claim that you will have better luck sleeping through the night which again, not the case for me. I woke up twice in the middle of the night as usual, so I was a little disappointed.
My favorite feature is the "Warm awake" feature. I set it in my schedule to turn on the heat when it's time to wake up which feels amazing, especially as the nights are getting cooler here.
I am going to continue using it because the cooler and warmer bed feels nice, but it's not helping me sleep better, maybe it will in time?
I wish this had smart assistant support, maybe that's something they can add later, but it might need wifi to do that.
I am not getting the full value for this product, but I will continue using it for comfort purposes.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Discover a whole new level of immersion that envelops you in 7.1.2 channel surround sound with multiple speakers, a built-in subwoofer and advanced audio technologies. And with rear speakers it supports 360 Spatial Sound Mapping.
Mind blowing sound!
Customer Rating
5.0
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Some background, this soundbar, along with the rears and subwoofer, is replacing a sonos system with surrounds and the Sonos Sub.
I was so excited to have this delivered today. I had been thinking about replacing my Sonos Beam with the Arc, but I had thankfully I had the opportunity to pick up this one. I opened it up and was shocked by how heavy this thing. You can really tell that this is a high quality, high performance piece of equipment. Through the mesh on the front and more on top, you can see all of the speakers inside, looks amazing. It comes with the remote of course, HDMI cable, aux audio cable and mounting brackets, a nice touch.
I had my other sound bar mounted under the tv, so instead of spackling and repainting that area, I decided to mount this one too. I was a little concerned about the weight of it so I kept my fingers crossed. I used the included wall mounting template to get the holes right and level and then used wall anchors to attach the mounting brackets. I would have preferred going into wall studs, but i didn't have that option. The mounting brackets do have legs that hit the wall to keep them more secure which is nice, unfortunately, those legs stick out under the soundbar and are very visible while watching tv; I was hoping for a more streamlined look than that.
The sound bar has a pair of 2.1 HDMI inputs which come in handy for the PS5 and other future devices that work better with 2.1, I plugged in my Apple TV and my PS5, then ran another HDMI cable to my TV's eArc port. I like that the soundbar has video passthrough as opposed to the sonos which does not. It's easier to have those cables running to the soundbar instead of the TV.
Now that everything was plugged in and mounted, I turned everything on and followed the on screen instructions. I have an older Sony Soundbar and was familiar with this screen which was nice. Before I added the sub and the rears, I wanted to try this on its own. The sound was incredible, especially for music. I am so used to surround sound, though, that I needed more. I linked the other speakers, ran the sound optimization tool and bam, I was ready.
I put on Avengers: Infinity War because it has great audio but also Dolby Atmos. I turned it up to a decent volume and suddenly, I was immersed in crystal clear, room filling sound. The bass was perfect, vocals were clear and the surrounds performed perfectly. I was in heaven.
Next, I played some MLB and again, perfect. I love that this is future proofed as well.
Next came music. I am a huge Airplay 2 fan and have compatible speakers in all rooms. I was so excited that this soundbar finally added that feature for Sony. I prefer using my phone to control music, so I connected using Apple Music with lossless audio and the sound was great. I played around with it and decided that it sounds better without the rears and without the Immersive AE function. This really performed well, nice deep bass and the highs were at the perfect level, I was surprised that I didn't have to adjust the settings to get the sound just right.
I also setup Google and Alexa but was disappointed that this is only controlled by a different device, it does not have a mic built into it like the Sonos and Bose products. A little disappointing for such an expensive system. Regardless, I linked it to a different Alexa device and can control it that way if I want.
Aside from my Alexa issue and the legs of the wall brackets sticking out, I could not be happier with this system. If you're looking for a sleek system with ultra premium sound, this is the one for you. This is really an amazing home theater setup.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Power up your home theater system with the booming bass of the SA-SW5 wireless subwoofer, designed to pair seamlessly with your HT-A9/A7000/A5000/A3000 Soundbar to deliver an immersive cinematic experience.
Boomshakalaka
Customer Rating
5.0
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I got this sub to go along with the A7000 soundbar, and it replaced a Sonos system with the room shaking subwoofer. I did not think I could get better sound and deeper bass, but I did!
The A7000 sounds amazing on it's own, but adding the subwoofer along with the rears, is a mindblowing upgrade. This is a heavy, heavy sub, unlike the lightweight ones that come with most soundbars. This is worthy of the price. Setup was as easy as setting up the rears, plug it in, hit the link button and run through the connection process on the soundbars tv menu. You can adjust the sub's output on the soundbars remote control. I picked a movie that has Dolby Atmos, and let the fun begin. Thankfully, I live on the first floor of my condo complex, otherwise I would have to keep the volume down. The bass is booming on this sub, shaking the room just the right amount. As i turned it up louder and louder, my smile got bigger and bigger.
I know the A7000 comes with a hefty price tag, but if you're going to invest in a new home theater system, adding this subwoofer is a must, you won't regret it!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Experience cinematic surround sound taken to a new level with the SA-RS3S wireless rear speakers. These speakers are designed to seamlessly pair with Sony’s A-Series A7000/A5000/A3000 Soundbar to complete your home theater experience.
Perfect rear speakers
Customer Rating
5.0
I have these to go along with the A7000 sound bar and they are a wonderful addition to my home theater setup.
My first impression was how lightweight they are, very easy to mount on a wall if possible. Once plugged in, they are immediately ready to link with the sound bar, just hit the link button on the back and go through the setup process on the sound bar's tv menu. That's it, took two minutes to do.
I have mine about 6 feet behind my sofa. I ran the room optimization tool on the sound bar and put em to the test. They sound amazing watching movies with Dolby Atmos. Clear, crisp and the perfect amount of sound to enhance the room.
They are not to my liking for playing music however, but I don't think they are meant for that. I turn off the Immersive AE mode for music which cuts out the rears.
If you have a good spot to place them, these are a must add on for the A7000.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy extended storage for your smartphone with this 512GB SanDisk SDDDC4-512G-A46 flash drive. The dual USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors enable quick transfer of documents between devices, while the all-metal housing with a cover can swivel to provide protection to the connectors. This SanDisk flash drive can be attached to a key ring for portability during your out-of-office assignments.
The last drive i'll ever need
Customer Rating
5.0
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I switch back and forth between my Dell and my MacBook Pro and wanted a USB-C drive to transfer files and store my most important docs. Both computers have thunderbolt ports only, so I wanted a fast drive as well. Portability is also key as I will travel with the drive as well.
This tiny little drive checks all those boxes, plus it gives me an incredible 512GB of storage which is way more than enough for me. I transfered nearly 3gb of data in just over 2 minutes! It's small enough where I barely notice it's there and it's backward compatible with USB-A drives as well. I don't have huge files so I anticipate this being my sole drive for a long time to come.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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RAYCOP - Omni Air UV+ Compact Cordless Stick Allergen Vacuum - White
Raycop’s latest in cordless stick vacuum engineering.
Great vacuum with an added bonus
Customer Rating
5.0
I have 3 cats and bad allergies, when I saw this vacuum touting itself as an allergen vacuum with UV+, i was happy to give it a shot and I'm very happy that I did.
The packaging was well done and it comes with all of the accessories that you would expect, but then it also has an extra vacuum head with a pulsating brush and UV light. I use that attachment to suck up the cat hair and dander from my fabric sofa and chairs along with my bed. I've definitely noticed the difference in my home and love this feature.
It also works perfectly well as a traditional stick vacuum and is perfect for quick cleanups as well as cleaning up my Jeep.The battery is good and it has 3 speed settings to increase suction. I typically go with the middle speed for my hardwood floors and low-pile carpet.
The only thing missing for me is something to hold the accessories. The vacuum has a nice rubber base that keeps it hanging nicely from a shelf, but I would have liked some sort of attachment to hold onto the accessories. Otherwise, this really is perfect for any pet owner or someone with allergies.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Circadian Optics - Lumos Light Therapy Lamp - White
Circadian Optics is a maker of bright light therapy lamps that mimic daylight. Our designer lamps allow you to get the light you need, right at your desk. Lumos is our slimmest lamp, measuring just 2 1/4" wide. Eminently adjustable, 3 hinges and a rotating light panel give this lamp excellent flexibility, allowing you to angle the light panel in a multitude of ways.
A light, that shouldn't be used at night
Customer Rating
4.0
This is not your traditional desk lamp, but because of its design, I wish it was. This light to meant to simulate daylight for use during the day. They say it helps you focus and energizes your brain. The downside is that you should not use the light 4 hours prior to bedtime as it could keep you up.
It does do a somewhat good job of improving focus, thought i didn't find myself to be particularly more energized than usual. It also offers terrific backlighting for video calls. I love how flexible it is, the light can be turned 360 degrees which is really handy.
Whether it would really keep me up night, i'm not sure and I wasn't willing to try, but that's what they say. I wish I could use it at night though, it's a terrific 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 - 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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