jhancock
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- First ReviewJanuary 7, 2012
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Linksys - Velop Tri-Band Mesh WiFi System (1 Node+2 Plug-in) 3-pack
Velop is a flexible Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi system of modular nodes that work together to provide a flawless signal for any home. Now with new plug-in nodes that fit all wall sockets, you'll be assured coverage in traditionally underused areas, and the sleek design only uses a single outlet. Velop works with any Internet Service Provider (ISP), making customization simple, and with Tri-Band performance and Intelligent Mesh™ technology, you'll always be on the fast path to the Internet.
Super wireless connectivity and speed.
Customer Rating
5.0
The Velop mesh is quite easy to install and provides easy access to the internet over a large area. Installation took about 15 minutes including reading directions. The electrical base plug in modules provide an easy way to unobtrusively extend your Velop network.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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G-Technology - G-DRIVE Mobile R-Series 500GB External USB 3.1 Gen 2 Portable SSD - Black/Silver
Protect your files from the elements with this G-DRIVE mobile solid-state drive. Its 500GB of storage space lets you travel with essential documents, and its 560MB/sec. transfer speed ensures quick access to your media library. This G-DRIVE mobile solid-state drive is resistant to water and dust, making it suitable to take outdoors.
FAST, VERY FAST and SUPER FAST storage!
Customer Rating
5.0
The G-DRIVE Mobile SSD R-Series 500GB is very compact and very fast. The drive is easy on the eyes and fits in a pocket. It is a great way to back up on the road. Do I like it? Yes! I am going to buy at least one more from Best Buy, Michigan Avenue, Chicago.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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HP - Spectre x360 2-in-1 13.3" Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i7 - 8GB Memory - 256GB Solid State Drive - Ash Silver
Experience smooth performance and flexibility with this 13.3-inch HP Spectre x360 convertible laptop. Featuring a 13.3-inch Full HD touch display and HP Digital Pen, this flexible laptop lets you write, draw and navigate the interface with precise touch controls. This HP Spectre x360 convertible laptop easily handles a variety of software with the power of an Intel Core i7 processor and 8GB of RAM.
2 in 1 and lots of fun - and capable too!
Customer Rating
5.0
Very speedy, great design structurally and ergonomically, crisp, fast, accurate display, nice keyboard, super battery life, light weight, low heat generation and with Windows 10 easy to use. Great sound is provided by Bang & Olufsen audio accompanied by low fan noise. It comes with a very nice, protective slip case (with stylus holder – a nice touch) and an HP two button stylus that I find ergonomically pleasing. For someone that travels a lot and has a reason to use both a tablet and a laptop this 2 in 1 is a very capable alternative to lugging both a laptop and a tablet around. The Intel graphics provide entry level gaming or video editing capabilities. This looks and feels like a quality computer and while very handsome it is not ostentatious.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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De'Longhi - Livenza 5 in 1 Grill - Stainless Steel
Create healthy hot meals on this Delonghi 5-in-1 grill. Use the versatile ceramic-coated surface as a contact grill, panini press, or full grill when preparing great steaks, fish, burgers, or paninis. Removable dishwasher-safe plates facilitate easy cleanup. Compact but powerful, this Delonghi 5-in-1 grill operates at 1500W for quick, consistent grilling.
Perfect for indoor grilling in all weather.
Customer Rating
5.0
The Delonghi 5-in-1 grill uses very slick and versatile ceramic-coated grill plates. It can be used as a contact grill, panini press or full grill when preparing a diverse range of grillable foods. It heats faster and gets hotter than my old grill. The grease drain containers are very functional. The grill is easy to use and to clean after use. I really like the ceramic grill plates and compact external dimensions. It looks great on my counter top. The construction looks, feels and seems almost indestructible.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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HP OMEN - Reactor Wired Optical-Mechanical Gaming Mouse with RGB Lighting - Black
Beat your competitors to the punch with this OMEN by HP Reactor mouse. The 0.2 ms click response time and 16,000 DPI optical sensor ensure you're first to the target, and the 50-million-click lifetime means the game can go on forever. This OMEN by HP Reactor mouse provides a choice of palm rest positions for comfortable play.
Very fast optical response times!
Customer Rating
5.0
The Omen Reactor mouse looks awesome, has a height-adjustable body to accommodate different hand sizes and provides great user ergonomics. It is visually appealing and is a great accompaniment to the Omen Sequencer keyboard. The thumb rest worked great for me. It has an aluminum armor clad USB cable that looks and feels indestructible and also has the same type of optical-mechanical switches as the Sequencer keyboard. Attention to detail is great.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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HP OMEN - Sequencer Wired Gaming Optical-mechanical Blue Switch Keyboard with RGB Back Lighting - Black
Game at the speed of light with this HP OMEN sequencer keyboard. Its optical-mechanical switches provide a 0.2ms response time that's perfect for high-speed gaming. Five macro keys offer options for custom commands, and dedicated media keys offer streamlined content control. This HP OMEN sequencer keyboard offers extensive customization through its OMEN Command Center software.
Speed of Light Keyboard Perfect for Gaming
Customer Rating
5.0
The Omen Sequencer keyboard is truly well-constructed and designed for extensive use. In my opinion the Omen Sequencer keyboard has the nicest volume slider I have ever used. It is an optical-mechanical keyboard with individual switches like a mechanical keyboard and each key has its own optical laser that resets (0.2ms) as soon as you press it down. This is very fast by any standard. It has a great feel to it, and is solid and reliable. It is heavy and stays in place. It uses RGB color customization, has a phenomenal audio volume slider on the upper right and well positioned macro buttons on the left. Attention to detail is great.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Autel Robotics - EVO 4K Drone with Controller - Orange
Capture video from the air using this orange Autel Robotics EVO quadcopter drone. The full-color video panel on the controller gives you a real-time view of the terrain below, and the four propellers let you precisely maneuver the drone into position over your subject. This Autel Robotics EVO quadcopter drone folds into a compact configuration for storage.Fly Responsibly:Before takeoff, update all software and firmware, and read the instructions thoroughly.See the FAA website for registration requirements and information about flying a drone safely: https://www.faa.gov/uas/getting_started/. Additional state or local requirements may apply. Check your local jurisdiction. The following websites may help you make informed decisions about flying your drone: www.knowbeforeyoufly.org and www.modelaircraft.org.
Great aerial video platform!
Customer Rating
5.0
This is my third drone and by far the best I have owned. The EVO weighs not quite (2 pounds) and includes a carrying case along with a 32 GB microSD card. The microSD card is protected by a hatch cover on the right side of the aircraft and is easy to get to. The EVO is very solid and well-made. Setup is simple.
If you live in the US I encourage you to use the smartphone app B4UFLY for rules and restrictions in the airspace.
The charger can charge both the drone and the controller batteries simultaneously. Flight Performance is good and helps in the video capture side of things. My battery life has been between 20-30 minutes. My radio range is about one mile in the city – needs to stay within eyesight based on current regulations. I really like the Anti-Collision System. Several warnings appear on the video feed as it approaches an obstacle and past a certain point it will refuse to move forward if you are on collision course. The image quality is quite good. The camera has a reasonable dynamic range and low-light sensitivity. If needed there are neutral density filters that can be purchased. The design of the controller is similar to many drone and video game controllers with a very nice feature - the controller can display the video without the need of a smartphone thereby reducing potential problems.
If you live in the US I encourage you to use the smartphone app B4UFLY for rules and restrictions in the airspace.
The charger can charge both the drone and the controller batteries simultaneously. Flight Performance is good and helps in the video capture side of things. My battery life has been between 20-30 minutes. My radio range is about one mile in the city – needs to stay within eyesight based on current regulations. I really like the Anti-Collision System. Several warnings appear on the video feed as it approaches an obstacle and past a certain point it will refuse to move forward if you are on collision course. The image quality is quite good. The camera has a reasonable dynamic range and low-light sensitivity. If needed there are neutral density filters that can be purchased. The design of the controller is similar to many drone and video game controllers with a very nice feature - the controller can display the video without the need of a smartphone thereby reducing potential problems.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Elgato - Stream Deck Mini Wired Membrane Keyboard
Personalize your video game streaming workflow with this Elgato Stream Deck mini interface. Six programmable one-touch LCD keys provide quick access to your favorite apps and functions, and its Multi Actions feature lets you program multiple tasks to a single key. Assign ready-made icons or design your own to further customize this Elgato Stream Deck mini interface.
For effortless Streaming and so much more!
Customer Rating
5.0
Elgato's Stream Deck Mini is a great tool for game streaming and so much more, including content streaming to the masses (or target audiences). It is helpful for every day navigation on your computer and works great with navigating photo and video creation apps along with other graphic applications. I have used many different macro systems over the years and find this 6-button marvel to be an amazing time saver. Using 6 buttons in a hierarchal manner results in frequent one touch implementations to complex keystroke combinations.
The design and construction are very well thought out with software to match. It works great and looks great. I really like the LCD keys that can be programmed with your own icons or by using any of the many icons included with the streamer. They are easy to see in all conditions that I have used my computer in. The deck with its grippy weighted base stays where I put it with no slippage.
An innovation that really works.
The design and construction are very well thought out with software to match. It works great and looks great. I really like the LCD keys that can be programmed with your own icons or by using any of the many icons included with the streamer. They are easy to see in all conditions that I have used my computer in. The deck with its grippy weighted base stays where I put it with no slippage.
An innovation that really works.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Epson - WorkForce ES-500WR Wireless Color Receipt Scanner
Scan and send documents quickly with this Epson WorkForce wireless document scanner. This versatile machine handles up to 35 ppm and 70 ipm and features a 50-page automatic document feeder with two-sided scanning. This Epson WorkForce wireless document scanner makes it easy to wirelessly scan documents directly to personal devices and online storage accounts.
Very fast and accurate scanner
Customer Rating
5.0
The Epson ES-500WR Wireless Document Scanner comes with Epson ScanSmart Accounting Edition Software offering scanning and auto data extraction for easy capture and insertion of receipts and invoices etc.. It comes with Nuance® Power PDF software for Windows® and PDF Converter for Mac software for small business and home users. Its accounting document management tools preview, email, upload, and organize receipts, invoices, financial documents etc. The receipt manager function automatically extracts data from receipts and invoices, for export to QuickBooks® Online or Excel®. Using machine-learning it recognizes important data such as vendor names. It facilitates the process of file naming, receipt recognition and finding critical data and documents. It can wirelessly scan 2-sided documents to the cloud, laptops, tablets and smartphones, creating searchable PDFs and editable Word and Excel® files. It is compact taking up very little desk space.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Jabra - Evolve 65 Bluetooth Headset - Black
Listen and talk in comfort with these Jabra Evolve stereo headphones. Dual Bluetooth capability lets you connect to multiple devices simultaneously, and its integrated busy light provides a signal to others when you are busy. Enjoy amazing sound without background noise interference thanks to the passive noise cancellation of these Jabra Evolve stereo headphones.
Jabra Evolve 65 (R)evolutionary music & talking
Customer Rating
5.0
With red accents the Jabra Evolve 65 is a great looking stylish headset. The battery provided enough power to make it through a full work day. It was comfortable for all-day wear for me due to well-cushioned earpads and light weight. Voices are clear and music reproduction is good. You can use it as a wired headset by connecting it to your computer with a USB cable (included). The Evolve 65 folds flat for storing in the included carrying case. Dual Bluetooth capability lets you connect to multiple devices simultaneously and the integrated busy light provides a signal to others when you are busy. They also use passive noise cancellation.
I would prefer active noise cancelation and a dedicated mute button.
I would prefer active noise cancelation and a dedicated mute button.
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Lenovo - Legion Y530 15.6" Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i7 - 8GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
Play your favorite PC games with this 15.6-inch Lenovo laptop. Its Intel Core i7 processor and 8GB of RAM let you run multiple programs without performance lag, and its 1TB hard drive provides plenty of file storage space. This Lenovo laptop has a powerful NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050Ti graphics card for fast rendering of images and videos.
Is the cpu 8th gen?
Yes
8th Generation Intel® Core™ i7-8750H 6 core Processor (2.20GHz, up to 4.10GHz with Turbo Boost, 9MB Cache)
8th Generation Intel® Core™ i7-8750H 6 core Processor (2.20GHz, up to 4.10GHz with Turbo Boost, 9MB Cache)
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GPX - CD Player - Black
GPX PC101B CD Player - LCD - CD-DA
Does this play MP3 cd's?
You can attach a wired or Bluetooth output CD player as a source.
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Bose - Hearphones Conversation-Enhancing Headphones - Black
Hear the world on your terms by controlling the sound around you. Innovative technologies in Bose Hearphones amplify softer sounds, let you turn down the distractions in noisy environments and focus on what you want to hear.
Can you connect them to an audio Bluetooth player, such as an iPhone, to listen to music when not using them for conversation enhancement? If so, what is the audio quality of the music? Do they compare to the similar looking Bose around you neck earbuds.
They are connectable to Bluetooth players like the iPhone and provide great audio with low noise. Yes - similar to their other around the neck earbuds.
6 years, 3 months ago
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Philips - Hue White Ambiance Wellner Dimmable LED Smart Table Lamp
Bring soft illumination to your favorite nook with this white Philips Hue table lamp. It mimics natural light to help you relax and feel energized when you wake up, and it's bright enough to read by during story time. This Philips Hue table lamp connects to the Hue bridge, so you can control it remotely.
How big is it
Height 12.3 inches
Width 8.2 inches
Depth 11.3 inches
Width 8.2 inches
Depth 11.3 inches
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Blendtec - Designer 650 Blender - Stainless Steel
Prepare delicious recipes with this Blendtec Designer 650s Blender. The Blendtec Designer Series uses all the power and performance that made Blendtec the choice of blending professionals, and combined it with a modern design with functionality taking Blendtec to a new level in performance blending. The Blendtec Designer Series is the all-in-one appliance that replaces many standard kitchen appliances with one fast easy-to-use machine. It will make smoothies, fresh whole juice, ice cream, margaritas, soups, sauces, bread dough, dressings, salsas, flours and more! Blending professionals have relied on Blendtec machines in the best coffee shops, juice bars, gyms, and restaurants around the world for producing the best, most consistent results in taste and texture. You can now enjoy the same results in your home.
What is the difference between the designer series and the classic blender? Can they be used commercially? Which is more rugged?
The major difference between the two series appears to be the number of functions, with the Designer Series having the most settings. Blendtec also has a series of pro blenders. You can do a search for Blendtec/commercial. They both seem to be very rugged.
6 years, 7 months ago
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LG - 4.1-Channel Hi-Res Soundbar System with Wireless Subwoofer and Chromecast Built-In - Black
Surround yourself with robust audio performance in a slim package with this LG ultra-slim soundbar. Compatible with the latest LG televisions, the compact soundbar pairs seamlessly to deliver an immersive audio-visual experience. The 4K high resolution audio on this LG ultra-slim soundbar lets you hear the action in every scene.
Can this sound bar be used with warless rear speakers? If so has anyone done this?
LG - 4.1-Channel Hi-Res Soundbar System with Wireless Subwoofer and Chromecast Built-In - Black
Surround yourself with robust audio performance in a slim package with this LG ultra-slim soundbar. Compatible with the latest LG televisions, the compact soundbar pairs seamlessly to deliver an immersive audio-visual experience. The 4K high resolution audio on this LG ultra-slim soundbar lets you hear the action in every scene.
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Sony - Cyber-shot RX100 II 20.2-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black
The Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T lens on this Sony Cyber-shot RX100 II digital camera features a 3.6x optical zoom to help you bring subjects into focus for detailed photos and videos. Optical SteadyShot stabilization enables clear image capture.Memory card sold separately.
Best way to get clear low light shots with action
What is the best way to achieve good motion shots in low light on this camera? I am frequently trying to capture images or video in poorly lighted gyms or auditoriums. Is there a recommended preset that handles these conditions well?
Use the highest ISO you are comfortable with digital noise wise. Preferably 3200 or above. Shoot at the widest aperture preferred setting 1.8 at 28mm if possible. This will give you the fastest shutter speed possible. Last but not least pan with your subject. - good shooting!
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