Tbeetles
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- First ReviewApril 13, 2015
- Last ReviewDecember 7, 2020
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- Average Rating4.5
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- First AnswerMay 16, 2015
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Snow - Teeth Whitening System - White
Brighten up your smile with the SNOW all-in-one teeth whitening system. Easy to use in minutes. The professional design and unique formula is safe for enamel, while whitening even the deepest stains (coffee, wine, tea, and smoking). This SNOW all-in-one teeth whitening at home system contains up to 75+ worth of treatments for long-term results.
Best Teeth Whitening Product out there!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Tbeetles
from Rochester
on June 2, 2020
If you have ever wanted to whiten your teeth at home and really wanted to see results, you should totally get the Snow - Teething Whitening Kit.
I will start by saying that my teeth are not bad by any means, but I do drink coffee and tea regularly, so there is some discoloration.
The kit has everything you would need to get started. It comes with the LED mouthpiece, 4 whitening gel wands (3 are regular and 1 extra strength) and the teeth whitening progress tracker. There is also a case for the LED mouthpiece to keep it clean and covered while not in use.
The kit is straightforward and easy to use; the directions are all right there. Brush your teeth, apply whitening gel, pull in mouthguard light, leave in mouth for 10-30 minutes and rinse mouth out.
I've been using this for about 10 days (I've forgotten a few times to do it, as I try to do it at night) and already notice a difference. I would say that my teeth started out around a 4 and already seem to be closer to 2 on the progress tracker.
I am really happy with the progress so far. As someone that has used other other-the-counter teeth whitening products in the past, I am very happy with the results so far. In addition, the whitening gel isn't harsh on my teeth. I've had other products that made my teeth and gums extremely sensitive after using as directed; I did not have that problem with the Snow kit - even when I used the Extra Strength gel.
I would saw that if you're looking for an at-home whitening product and really want to be able to see a difference, this is the product for you.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Mooni by Koble - Aurora Mini 2.0 Bluetooth Portable Speaker Lantern - Multi
Enjoy brilliant colors and your favorite sounds with this Mooni by Koble Aurora mini speaker lantern. Soft body construction helps diffuse the light from colorful LEDs to provide a range of dynamic lighting options to best suit your mood. This Mooni by Koble Aurora mini speaker lantern offers Bluetooth connectivity to provide wireless playback from your smartphone, tablet or laptop.
Cute, but a little buggy
Customer Rating
3.0
Posted by: Tbeetles
from Rochester
on May 14, 2020
The Aurora Mini Lantern by Mooni is a very stylish, cute in its cartoony way. The lights are fantastic and it has a variety of settings for the lights (fade, strobe, etc). The sound quality isn't terrible, but I didn't feel it sound be able to get louder. Also, with certain song it was a bit tingy and there wasn't a lot of bass.
One thing that really annoyed me is that any time I got a call, the bluetooth would drop but stay connected. That would have been fine, except it wasn't really connected and I had to disconnect and reconnect to get the bluetooth working again. Also, this could be the music steaming service I was using, but if the music was already playing on my phone, the speaker won't pick it up when connected and just start playing.
One thing that really annoyed me is that any time I got a call, the bluetooth would drop but stay connected. That would have been fine, except it wasn't really connected and I had to disconnect and reconnect to get the bluetooth working again. Also, this could be the music steaming service I was using, but if the music was already playing on my phone, the speaker won't pick it up when connected and just start playing.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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eufy Security - Security Floodlight Camera - White
Monitor your property and capture 1080p footage with this eufy smart floodlight camera. The super-bright 2500-lumen motion-activated lights provide excellent illumination for nighttime recording. This eufy smart floodlight camera offers the option to livestream HD video from your smartphone, and two-way audio communication lets you interact with visitors from afar.
Amazing Smart Floodlight
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Tbeetles
from Rochester
on May 6, 2020
This is one of those products that I didn't know I needed until I had it. Out of the box I was impressed with it - made from a strong plastic, it came with everything needed to install it (including a hanging hook so you don't have to hold it while wiring it). Out of the box, it comes "wired" with a plug, as you can set it up on the app prior to setting it up outside. I decided to set it up on the app before having it put outside.
The app is really nice and notifies you when it is set off. I have this set up overlooking my patio and my dog is constantly setting it off. There are a lot of nice features about this smart floodlight - firstly, you don't have to have a subscription to keep video clips unlike some other smart home devices. Also, the app gives you the ability to turn the light on and use as a regular light, not just a motion sensor light. There is also a microphone so that you are able to talk to whomever may be setting the senor off; my children had fun with this feature and messing with our dog.
Overall, this is a good floodlight; it's not overly sensitive but works well and has a decent range as to what will set it off. What really makes this a great product is the app and features that are accessible through the app. I would recommend this to anyone that is looking for a smart floodlight for their home.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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BISSELL - CrossWave Max Wet/Dry Cordless Multi-Surface Cleaner - Black/Pearl White
Clean hard floors and rugs with this BISSEL CrossWave Cordless Max multisurface wet/dry vacuum. The multisurface design vacuums and washes floors simultaneously, and the powerful battery offers up to 30 minutes of use per charge. This BISSEL CrossWave Cordless Max multisurface wet/dry vacuum includes a docking station that charges the battery and automatically cleans out dirt and debris.
Great Multi-Surface Cleaner
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Tbeetles
from Rochester
on December 29, 2019
Bissell's CrossWave Max Wet/Dry Multi-Surface Cleaner is awesome and everything I could have wanted in a cleaner. I've been searching for a "mop" for my kitchen for year - I've gone traditional, fancy traditional (the ones that ring themselves out), those disposable-pad ones... everything!!! And I couldn't find one that got my floors clean-clean. This does. The first opportunity that I had to use it was when my dogs came in after a muddy run in the back. It cleaned up the prints beautifully. Usually I feel like I'm just pushing the dirt around on the floor. This actually picked up the dirt and cleaned it away.
I used it to spot clean an area room at my friends house and worked amazingly there too. I'll be honest if I wasn't a bit skeptical that it would really be able to clean an area run too, but I was happily surprised that it was able to do such a good job.
A few things to cause about this - Bissell has an app that they want you to sync the cleaner too. The app is terrible. I keep getting a message that says the firmware needs to be updated (fine, whatever - update). I've done this like 6 times on separate occasions - it updates the firmware, starts you over at the beginning of the setup and then tells you it needs to update the firmware again. It is an evil loop of annoyance. I just skipped this part after I couldn't get it set up and went to cleaning.
The only other thing I will mention is that the front, clear plastic part that covers the brush cracks very easily. I noticed the other day when I was changing out the brushes that it was already cracked and I haven't banged it into anything hard enough to do damage, so just be aware that it may be a weak spot on the cleaner.
Overall, I love this cleaner and am very happy with it for all its features.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Adobe - Premiere Elements 2020 - Windows, Mac OS
Turn your videos into amazing movies and fun creations with Adobe Premiere Elements 2020. The Adobe Sensei AI technology powers automated options that make it simple to get started. Share your memories in animated GIFs, video collages, dynamic slideshows, and full-length movies.
Fun, video-editing software
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: Tbeetles
from Rochester
on November 12, 2019
It's been a few years since I've played around with any of the Adobe Photoshop or any of their other products. I consider myself a novice when it comes to video editing, but I was pleasantly surprised of the ease of Premium Elements. It has a rather user friendly interface and allows for a lot of customization. I edited a few short videos and had fun playing around in it. I'm a little sad that I'm not more knowledgeable in the software, so I could really see all the potential it has.
Overall, I think it is easy to use and is fun just to be able to edit and make videos more enhanced.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The TRX FIT Suspension Trainer is the ultimate travel-ready, total-body home workout method for all levels and goals. Ultra-portable, it’s perfect for training indoors, outdoors, or on the go. Plus, get the full gym experience with exclusive access to the TRX Training Club℠ fitness app.
I LOVE MY TRX FIT SYSTEM!!!!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Tbeetles
from Rochester
on November 11, 2019
I was so excited when I got this TRX Fit System - it was everything I had wanted. It comes with the 2 sturdy TRX suspension bands, a door anchor, mesh bag for carrying it, a workout diagram and an activation code for mylocker.com, that has a handful of workouts. It may not seem like a lot, but it is everything you would need for an awesome workout.
Not being new to TRX, I was familiar with the format and how difficult workouts can be; the bands can be a bit cumbersome to get adjusted properly and comfortably to someone who is not familiar with the format. The door anchor works well, but is not my cup of tea for the workouts I prefer, but it does work and is effective at supporting my weight. The bands are also well made and there was no fear of them not supporting me.
Overall, this is an awesome addition to any home gym or anyone that is looking to take their workouts on the road with them.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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AVG - Ultimate (5 Devices) (1-Year Subscription) - Android, Mac OS, Windows
Safeguard your online identity with AVG Ultimate security software. It protects your computer from harmful viruses and spyware, and it offers automatic updates, so you'll always be protected from the newest threats. AVG Ultimate security software includes email shield technology and web protection that scans attachments and nearby Wi-Fi hotspots for safety.
Good Enough
Customer Rating
3.0
Posted by: Tbeetles
from Rochester
on November 11, 2019
What can I say about AVG Ultimate subscription? I feel like it protecting my computer and laptop and is keeping out the “bad guys” of the world, but I’d be lying if I said I was tech savvy enough to know that it is doing a good job.
It was very simple to install and run a scan to show me where my weaknesses were. The annoying thing about it is, that even though it is the “Ultimate” edition, which makes me think all add-ons would be included, that’s not the case. After my first scan, I was brought to a screen about AVG’s VPN and what subscription I would like to purchase. I honestly thought I had not activated my subscription properly because it showed up. After some research and checking that I had installed it properly, I realized it was a feature of the produce. A rather annoying feature that continues to come up every time a scan is run.
In short, it’s good at what it does, but in my opinion, if you are going to call something “Ultimate”, you should make it Ultimate and include all the bells and whistles.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Philips - Pasta Maker Plus - HR2375/06 - White And Silver
Philips Pasta and Noodle Maker Plus - HR2375/06
Such a disappointment
Customer Rating
1.0
Posted by: Tbeetles
from Rochester
on October 24, 2019
I love fresh pasta and make it fairly often with my food processor and the attachments on my mixer; imagine my excitement when I saw the Philips Avance Pasta Maker. I was in heaven - you mean I’d only have to dirty one machine to make pasta and it wouldn’t be an all day event. I was beyond excited.
But sadly, it was not meant to be. After several attempts, I have yet to produce edible pasta from this thing.
It is a very nice looking machine - it is white and gray; fairly simple in design. It does have a nice, pull out drawer where you can store the pasta discs as well as some of the other little utensils that come with it for making pasta. I liked this about it because it meant that everything would be kept together, all nice and neat.
My first attempt at making pasta I decided to make penne, because that it something I haven’t made fresh in the past. The pasta was sticky and I had to keep opening the hatch to manual push the dough forward so that it would extrude through the pasta disc. I chalked this attempt up to me not reading the directions properly.
I’ve tried to make pasta 3 more times, opting for spaghetti because I thought it was simpler to make. All 3 attempts were unsuccessful - I followed the directions and recipe that came with the pasta maker exactly as it was written and the pasta was inedible. On top of that, I had the same problem with the dough not being pushed out through the pasta disc - it was all stuck on the mixing blade and wasn’t moving through the machine.
The Philips Pasta maker was highly disappointing and overall, I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Lunata - Cordless Hair Straightener - Black/Rose Gold
Keep your hair fabulously chic during travel with this Lunata Beauty cordless styling iron jet setter kit. The 1-inch iron has rose gold floating titanium plates to smooth your locks, and the included world adapter with two USB ports supports outlets in most countries. This Lunata Beauty cordless styling iron jet setter kit includes a charging dock and cable to recharge the 3300 mAh Samsung LiIon battery.
Every girl needs this!!!!!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Tbeetles
from Rochester
on October 24, 2019
I have a number of different styling tools - some cheap and some expensive. But this is my first wireless styling tool and I can say without a doubt, that I wish all my tools were.
Out of the fancy looking box is a carrying case that includes the flat iron, which comes with a silicone sleeve, a charging dock, charging cable and an adapter plug for overseas use (something you don’t always think of when you’re traveling).
The iron is of good quality, with a nice silicone feel to it. It fully charges in under an hour, which was a nice surprise. It has the ability to switch between Fahrenheit or Celsius, which is nice if you like Celsius. As for the temperature, its lowest setting is 200° Fahrenheit and goes up to 430° Fahrenheit, which is nice if you have thicker hair or hair that doesn’t hold well. I used it to create beachy waves in my hair and they stayed wonderfully through 2 kids soccer games in a wind storm.
Overall, this is a great flat iron and has all the features that one would want, with the bonus of no cords to get tangled in. The only con I could say about this (that didn’t affect me, but might for others) is that the plates on this iron are only about an inch wide. If you have thicker hair or longer hair, I could see where this would be very time consuming. Although, it does say right on the box that it is “for touch-ups on the go” - so I guess you need to take that into account when purchasing it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Shark - ION Robot RV761, Wi-Fi Connected, Robot Vacuum with Multi-Surface Cleaning - Black/Navy Blue
The Shark ION Robot is designed with a Tri-Brush System, combining side brushes, channel brushes, and a multi-surface brushroll to handle debris on all surfaces, corners, and edges. Use the SharkClean app or voice control with Alexa or Google Assistant to start cleaning from anywhere.
First Robot Vacuum for the WIN!!!!
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: Tbeetles
from Rochester
on September 27, 2019
This is my first ever automated,robot vacuum, and I can say that I am very happy with it. I have wanted one of these forever - I was always nervous that my dog would think it was one of her toys and ruin it before I had the chance to enjoy it. I just run it when I'm out running errands and she is in her cage, and I can say it is very nice to come home to a "clean" house.
Not within out saying, there are some features that I wish this Shark has, that some of the higher end automated vacuums have (*cough* better navigation/mapping *cough*). There has been a few times that I have come home that I have found the Shark stuck under a table or chair and to watch it vacuum slightly gives me an anxiety, as it zig zags all over the place (I'm a straight lines vacuuming type of girl).
But overall, I love this vacuum and it is a nice for between cleaning to keep the house tidier with the kids and the dogs and all their dirt. I just set it while I run out and when I come home, it's on its dock. I would recommend this for busy family as a way of lightening the load of house work.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Roku - 3 Streaming Player - Black
Roku 3: Access more than 1,500 channels in up to 1080p and view videos from Netflix and YouTube directly on your TV. Fast, powerful and loaded with features, the motion-sensing remote lets you play games or plug in headphones to watch late-night flicks without waking up the household.
Does this have voice search?
Yes and it works quite well actually. Go to youtube and search for Roku Voice Search and you can see it in action - but yes the Roku 3 with its updated firmware ( it will update for you automagically if needed once plugged in ) does support it.
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Roku - 3 Streaming Player - Black
Roku 3: Access more than 1,500 channels in up to 1080p and view videos from Netflix and YouTube directly on your TV. Fast, powerful and loaded with features, the motion-sensing remote lets you play games or plug in headphones to watch late-night flicks without waking up the household.
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DOES ROKU 3 GET THE LOCAL CHANNELL? ... LIKE CBS, ABC, NBC etc.
only if you have a service that allows for them - so as of today you can get live espn via the sling app == you can watch abc, cbs , fox, and nbc programs via the cbs app, fox app, or hulu - if you want live tv though, sling tv has a handful of stations, but as of today not the major local networks. For that you will need either a cable package, or an OTA antenna - many of which work great, and provide all those stations in local HD without a monthly bill.
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ARRIS - SURFboard 8 x 4 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem - Silver
This ARRIS SURFboard SB6141 DOCSIS 3.0 high-speed cable modem delivers 8-channel downstream data speeds up to 343.1 Mbps for fast Internet connection. The internal filter helps minimize interference for enhanced performance.
We want to maintain TWC landline phone service. Will the Motorola MODEM provide that capability?
Like the cost-savings assoc with having my own MODEM but want to maintain land-line phone service. TWC Tech said we must keep TWC MODEM to maintain our land-line phones. If this MODEM won't support land-line, how can we get VOIP or similar phone service?
Thanks, kindly, for any advice.
Thanks, kindly, for any advice.
This modem does not directly support a land line for VOIP-- meaning it is not going to allow you to plug an RJ11 satin line cord into it -- VOIP itself though will work fine - meaning if you were using Vonage, Magic Jack, Google, or any other VOIP service, it is simple a small device that you would plug into your network router, that would terminate the phone connection and handle the VOIP data - TWC ( at least used to , I got rid of mine a year ago ) pushes the VOIP calls through there own private network, so using a non TWC managed device generally won't work. I personally found -- Obihai - OBi VoIP Phone Adapter Sold right here at Bestbuy works great with Google Voice. Frankly I like the Google Voice features better anyways - and as long as you are not calling international -- its free.
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ARRIS - SURFboard 8 x 4 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem - Silver
This ARRIS SURFboard SB6141 DOCSIS 3.0 high-speed cable modem delivers 8-channel downstream data speeds up to 343.1 Mbps for fast Internet connection. The internal filter helps minimize interference for enhanced performance.
SB6141 vs SB6121
Is there really a big speed difference between the two modems? Both are DOCSIS 3.0.
My base line testing has shown very little difference - I would assume if you happen to live in an area that provides very high speed internet ( hundreds of meg down ) perhaps you would notice the difference -- I get 40 meg down and could not see a difference at all between the 2, I did though end up going with the 6141 simply because I am hoping to have this modem for several years, and in the event speeds increase and it does make a difference, I am not regretting my decision. That said though, I have been unable to produce a noticeable difference between the two in my environment.
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