Stedrock

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April 12, 2014
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March 30, 2018
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Modal™ - Apple MFi Certified 3' Lighted Lightning USB Cable - Silver

Keep your Apple devices charged with this Modal Lightning cable. It's 3 feet for flexibility when charging or syncing, and it's lighted so you can find it easily in your bag.

Works great

Customer Rating

5.0

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from Maine

on August 14, 2017

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Cable works great and the fact it's lights up when the data is moving is a nice touch.

I would recommend this to a friend!

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Nomad - Modern Leather Watch Strap for Apple Watch ® 42mm and 44mm - Brown with black lugs

Keep your 42mm Apple Watch in place with this Nomad band. The brown leather provides a comfortable fit on your wrist, and the custom hardware holds up to daily wear.

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A decent replacement

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3.0

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from Maine

on August 14, 2017

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I was trying to find a band that would extend my color options without paying the exorbitant amount charged by apple for new bands. After using it for about a month I am sad to say it doesn't really fit the bill. It wears rather quickly and doesn't have the polished look of the factory band. In hindsight I would have paid the extra money for the factory replacement.

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

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Insignia™ - Apple MFi Certified 4' 30-Pin Charge-and-Sync Cable - White

Easily charge and sync your compatible 30-pin-enabled Apple® iPhone®, iPod® or iPad® with this 4' Insignia™ NS-A3SCW cable that allows connection to your PC or Mac. The slim profile allows the cable to fit most cases.

Decent cable good price

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4.0

Posted by: Stedrock

from Maine

on June 30, 2017

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I have just been using this cable for normal daily use. In that regard, it has worked very well. Not too sure about data transfer but for just playing audio this cable seems to work well.

I would recommend this to a friend!

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Escort - Max 360 Radar Detector for Most Vehicles - Black

This Escort Max 360 0100024-2 radar detector features USB connectivity, a smartphone app and connection to the DEFENDER database to provide you with up-to-date, real-time alerts. GPS AutoLearn technology isolates real signals from false alarms.

Quality radar detector

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5.0

Posted by: Stedrock

from Maine

on April 1, 2017

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I have been a big fan of the Escort line of radar detectors and have been using them for the past 10+ years. The max 360 and Escort live app combination is a powerhouse. It takes the information from your radar detector and posts it live on a map for other users to be notified when alerts are in the area. Surprisingly there are many alerts in my area which I wasn't expecting. The app also does a nice job of laying out the settings for the radar detector to make sure you get the most out of your detector. That all being said, I find the max itself to be the same responsive detector I expect from Escort. With the fine tuning of the settings I have really enjoyed the ability to see where the radar is coming from. Valentine has been using the arrows for years so they have ironed out all the kinks. For Escorts first try I would say it's worth the price for piece of mind. I am happy with the purchase of the Max 360.

I would recommend this to a friend!

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Contigo - 16-Oz. AUTOSEAL West Loop Stainless Travel Mug with Open-Access Lid - Midnight Blue

Keep your drink at optimal temperature using this Contigo WLB100E01 16-oz. travel mug that features vacuum-insulated technology to keep beverages hot for up to 4 hours and cold for up to 12 hours. The AUTOSEAL lid prevents leaks and spills.

Excellent travel mug

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5.0

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from Maine

on April 1, 2017

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My wife and I have been using these travel mugs for many years. After a while we started to phase out all other travel mugs and use only these. They are high quality and they have changed to make the lid to make it easier to clean. The auto-seal top has saved us on many occasions from spilled coffee. The one thing to watch out for with hot liquids is the "pop" when you push the button to take a sip. Excellent coffee mug.

I would recommend this to a friend!

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S-View Flip Cover CLEAR for Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Cell Phones - Black

Cradle your phone without missing notifications with this Samsung Galaxy Note7 case. Its clear cover lets you access key phone features without flipping it open, and the durable hard case safeguards the phone's corners from drops and scratches. Easily slide this slim Samsung Galaxy Note7 case onto your phone for increased function and protection.

I love this case

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5.0

Posted by: Stedrock

from Maine

on September 23, 2016

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I loved this case for my Note 5 so I purchased it again for my Note 7. Everything I loved about it previously remains true. It works like a charm, it lets you answer calls and do basic functions without even opening the case. Now if Samsung would just replace my exploding phone (no help from BB) life would be good.

I would recommend this to a friend!

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Logitech - Harmony 650 8-Device Universal Remote - Silver

Control up to 8 devices using this Logitech Harmony 650 915-000159 universal remote that is compatible with more than 225,000 devices across more than 5,000 brands for wide-ranging use. One-touch activity buttons simplify option selection.

Great universal remote

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5.0

Posted by: Stedrock

from Maine

on August 26, 2016

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I really love this remote and the companion PC application to help with setup. I would say setup is medium to advanced with the user being able to really customize the remote setup. I have programmed our most watched networks with their corresponding logo which makes for a cool and user friendly look. Overall this remote meets all my needs and controls all of the million devices in our home.

I would recommend this to a friend!

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Dell - XPS 13.3" Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB - 512GB M.2 Solid State Drive - Silver

Take videos, games and photos anywhere with this Dell XPS 13-inch laptop, which includes 8GB of RAM. This laptop weighs 2.7 pounds for easy carrying in a bag or backpack. This Dell XPS 13-inch laptop runs Windows 10 Home and includes a sixth-generation Intel Core i5 processor for efficient operation.

Great Ultrabook

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5.0

Posted by: Stedrock

from Maine

on April 1, 2016

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I had been looking to upgrade my PC to an Ultrabook for overall use ability and this laptop hits all the marks. It is lightning fast between the SSD and core i7 and I have really grown to love it. Although it was a pretty penny, this was the laptop I was looking for.

I would recommend this to a friend!

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Sony - 40" Class (40" Diag.) - LED - 1080p - Smart - HDTV

Sony BRAVIA KDL40W600B LED HDTV: Relax with your favorite movies and shows in full high-definition with this Sony BRAVIA HDTV's 1080p display that delivers crisp, clear images. Stream media easily with the Smart TV functionality and built-in Wi-Fi.

Hits the mark.

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5.0

Posted by: Stedrock

from Maine

on February 6, 2016

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I purchased this TV for a bedroom installation. In reading the reviews it seems like some people had issues with sound but I have been surprised at how good it sounds. Expectations have to be reasonable when a TV is 1.5 inches thick. Also, I have the TV set to a wall mount installation for sound as that is how I have it installed so be sure to check that . Picture quality and color is what would be expected of Sony and this makes an excellent smart bedroom television. The smart functionality is nice for Netflix and YouTube and the companion smartphone app is actually pretty cool too. Overall I am pleased

I would recommend this to a friend!

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Legrand - Wiremold In-Wall Flat Screen TV Power and Cable Concealment Grommet Kit - White

Hide the wires for your TV inside the wall with this Legrand WMC701 in-wall power kit, which is designed for most TV plugs up to 1.13" wide and offers a prewired design for simple setup. The plastic is paintable for a custom look.

Love this kit!

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5.0

Posted by: Stedrock

from Maine

on February 6, 2016

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I have used this kit in 3 separate installations (I may have too many TV's). If you have even basic home fix-it skills this should be gravy. Use a power drill instead of the hand tools and you will be done in no time. A+

I would recommend this to a friend!

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Escort - Max 360 Radar Detector for Most Vehicles - Black

Do you need to have the escort app in order to use the radar after 1 year subscription that is free if yes how much is it? Do you have use use the app every time you use the radar and will the app use your data?

The radar detector will function independently without the use of the app. The app itself will cost you around $50 a year and will use data when it is running. In my opinion $4 or so a month is worth the cost and you really get the full benefit from the Max 360. If that sounds like too much money Escort offers some other high quality detectors that don't have the app functionality.

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What do I need to switch from a desktop to a laptop and be wireless?

I currently have a desktop with dial up internet with a brighthouse cable modem. Besides the laptop, what else would I need to buy to go wireless?

You would also need to buy a wireless router that will hook to your modem and create a wifi network. Choose a quality entry level wireless router from Linksys or Netgear.

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Sony - 40" Class (40" Diag.) - LED - 1080p - Smart - HDTV

How to connect to existing (older) Sony receiver and our current VHS/DVD

What is needed to connect this Sony BRAVIA KDL40W600B with our Sony FM Stereo/FM-AM Receiver STR-GX4ES for stereo sound...also connections needed for SONY Video Cassette Recorder/DVD recorder RDR-VX515? It is time to replace our very old SONY TV but the replacement must work with our other components.

Stereo sound from the TV will be easy but connecting older video equipment may require a converter/switch. Audio can be achieved via a 3.5 mm to RCA cable to your stereo reciever. This will capture all sound from the TV including the smart apps. If your DVD/VHS combo has RCA connections (red, white and yellow) you will be all set as there is one classic RCA connection. I have attached a pic from the manual that looks like your set-up.

8 years, 3 months ago

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Samsung - Mini Qi Wireless Charging Pad - Black

This Samsung Mini Qi EP-PG900IBUSTA charging pad's Qi inductive wireless charging technology eliminates the need for cables, allowing you to charge your Qi-enabled smartphone by simply placing it directly on the pad.

Will it charge the Samsung Galaxy J5

No it won't. The J5 doesn't have wireless charging built-in.

8 years, 5 months ago

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Samsung - Mini Qi Wireless Charging Pad - Black

will it charge droid ultra?

No it won't. The Droid Ultra doesn't have wireless charging capabilities.

8 years, 5 months ago

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Samsung - Mini Qi Wireless Charging Pad - Black

what is a Qi phone?

Qi is a wireless charging standard. Some new phones (Note 5, S6) have wireless charging built into the phone.

8 years, 5 months ago

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Samsung - Mini Qi Wireless Charging Pad - Black

Is this compatible with the Samsung Note 5?

Yes it sure is.

8 years, 5 months ago

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Escort - PASSPORT Max Radar and Laser Detector - Black

Escort Passport Max 0100016-1 Radar and Laser Detector: Rely on this radar detector for your car to keep you informed of who else is on the road. The unit also shows you where red lights and speed cameras are located so you can adjust your driving accordingly.

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Is this escort works with salute in the sky?

You wrote "salute" and I will assume that is an auto-correct error. If you meant satellites than yes. The 9500iX and the Passport MAX have GPS (satellite) functionality.

10 years, 1 month ago

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