MnstrMike
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Neato Robotics - Botvac D7 Wi-Fi Connected Robot Vacuum - Black/Gray
Enjoy clean floors at all times with this Neato Botvac robot vacuum. Wi-Fi connectivity puts you in control of the device's cleaning schedule, and its D-shaped design lets it clean in corners and next to walls and baseboards. This Neato Botvac robot vacuum's advanced brush system keep floors clear of dirt, fur and allergens.
21st Century Cleaning
Customer Rating
5.0
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Like with any robot vac do not expect it to be as good as a standard vacuum. It does clean up all that is in its path, unless you are controlling it yourself (which is cool), but sort of defeats the purpose, it will go only where it can.However, once it learns the environment it doesn't just go all over, it will go in rows like mowing the grass. While this one will get in more corners with its square edges than I anticipated, it is not as versatile as a standard vacuum, but again I did not expect it to replace normal cleaning, just help in the day to day. We recently removed carpet and knew going to hard flooring the pet hair, and my three ladies’ hair, would be pretty hard to keep up.
The vac will cover about 1000sqft of laminate wood and luxury vinyl plank in the kitchen for my purposes and will have battery to spare. I was pleasantly surprised that the vac could make it over a the transition strip that is about a 5/8” drop off, no angle. The vac can make it back over it, but it takes it a couple of tries to get the proper angle and movements. On standard angled transitions it has no problems.
The vac will cover about 1000sqft of laminate wood and luxury vinyl plank in the kitchen for my purposes and will have battery to spare. I was pleasantly surprised that the vac could make it over a the transition strip that is about a 5/8” drop off, no angle. The vac can make it back over it, but it takes it a couple of tries to get the proper angle and movements. On standard angled transitions it has no problems.
PROS
-long battery life/floor coverage
-virtual no go zones (don’t have to worry with magnetic strips!)
-Scheduled operation
-mountain climbing abilities (5/8” that is)
-App has battery level, time till fully charged, and creates a floor plan of where it has been, also has approximate square footage cleaned.
-replacement parts are not as expensive as I would have thought given the starting cost
-MANUAL MODE! (There is lag, like playing Super Mario Bros. and when you stop running you slide a bit, same concept, it keeps momentum)
CONS
-Turbo and Eco mode has no difference that I can tell. Says ECO mode is quieter, but I couldn’t tell. However, I will keep it in Eco mode in the event it really does better with the battery.
-gets hung up on lamp cords
-while it can go under furniture, at the wrong angle it can hit the power button, putting it in pause mode. The app will alert you (pros), but if it hits the button long enough it will turn it off and then it will start the cleaning process all over. My ottoman it did not like, its sits just a bit lower than the couches (which it cannot go under fully, the Neato badge on top keeps it from doing).
-Manual Mode doesn’t have an auto-dock feature
-long battery life/floor coverage
-virtual no go zones (don’t have to worry with magnetic strips!)
-Scheduled operation
-mountain climbing abilities (5/8” that is)
-App has battery level, time till fully charged, and creates a floor plan of where it has been, also has approximate square footage cleaned.
-replacement parts are not as expensive as I would have thought given the starting cost
-MANUAL MODE! (There is lag, like playing Super Mario Bros. and when you stop running you slide a bit, same concept, it keeps momentum)
CONS
-Turbo and Eco mode has no difference that I can tell. Says ECO mode is quieter, but I couldn’t tell. However, I will keep it in Eco mode in the event it really does better with the battery.
-gets hung up on lamp cords
-while it can go under furniture, at the wrong angle it can hit the power button, putting it in pause mode. The app will alert you (pros), but if it hits the button long enough it will turn it off and then it will start the cleaning process all over. My ottoman it did not like, its sits just a bit lower than the couches (which it cannot go under fully, the Neato badge on top keeps it from doing).
-Manual Mode doesn’t have an auto-dock feature
Overall its pretty cool. Comparing to other robot vacs on the bottom end of the price comparison, they are slimmer so can fit into more spots, but don’t have no where near the feature set.
I would recommend it for sure. Not a cheap purchase, but if your tired of dust mopping twice a day, it is a great time saver. Again, it won’t replace a good cleaning, but it definitely helps keep up in between.
I would recommend it for sure. Not a cheap purchase, but if your tired of dust mopping twice a day, it is a great time saver. Again, it won’t replace a good cleaning, but it definitely helps keep up in between.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Envy 17.3" Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i7 - 12GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce MX150 - 1TB Hard Drive - HP Finish In Natural Silver
Experience power and portability with this HP ENVY laptop. Its Intel Core i7 processor and 12GB of RAM provide smooth performance while multitasking, and a 17-inch touchscreen makes split-screening easier. Thanks to a slim, lightweight design and up to 9 hours of battery life, this HP ENVY laptop is ideal for working on the go.
Disappointing
Customer Rating
2.0
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Rarely do I review on design when it comes to laptops. However, in this instance, HP should have stuck to the standard formula. The intended use for this is to replace an aging but still useful ASUS Laptop that I have frakensteined along.
However, my excitement for this HP was quickly stymied as soon as it booted up to the setup screen.
Two biggest CONS are the screen and design in relation to accessing the ports.
The screen: The 2 Star rating is for the screen alone. It is is FULL HD, however, whatever glass HP chose creates an old Tube TV effect, which is quite bad. It makes Netflix movies look really dated and is hard to see using this laptop for any kind of photo or video editing. General use of typing, like for this review, and other document editing most background is white, and it is very easily noticeable of the "graininess" the glass creates. Also, before performing some of the many updates out of the box, YouTube videos were out of sync with audio. After updates everything seems to be fine after rewatching the videos I had issue with.
Windows 10 has the Night Light feature which I use on my travel laptop and an office desktop. Like it a lot. However, using it on this HP it pumps up the graininess factor even more.
Ports, the amount of ports are great, but when coupled with the design, again not sure what HP's thought process was? Given the hardware configuration its possible they were thinking of gaming and thus gave it more flair in the design department, but in doing so it creates an awkward situation for using the ports.
Looking at the photo is easiest, but because HP chose to bevel the sides of the casing, when using a port or event the power port, it gives the impression that the direction of insertion should be at an angle, but that is not true. Insertion is a standard right angle to the side. In doing so no input will seat fully against the top portion of the port. I didn't find any issue with using the ports, but it is awkward nonetheless.
Performance department, the laptop does well. With the amount of RAM and added standalone graphics power shouldn't balk at much and for casual gaming it should be just fine. That is outside of my uses, but do plan on doing desktop publishing and limited video editing. However, considering the section about the screen, not sure it really matters.
Battery life cannot say, its a desktop replacement. It is an i7-U series which is meant for laptop applications, at the expense of top performance, so I'd assume the "6 hours" claimed will be close too that. In my experience, go with 75% of manufacturers claim. With a desktop replacement go with 50% of light use and base your purchasing decision off of that; and again, not until after you see the screen for yourself. It's real downer for me.
Keyboard is great. Key's have great feedback and depth, not loud. However, they all look like they are tilted in different directions ever so slightly. Some look higher than others. Maybe its just an optical illusion from the casing around the keys and extra spacing to allow the keyboard lights to come through? The keyboard lights are great and it doesn't just light up around the keys, but the letters as well, so probably just answered my own question about why the keys look to be uneven. The lights are just on/off, no different lighting level, which is unfortunate. Would like to see the ability to also change the lighting color as well. The F5 Key is the On/off button F5 is secondary and on/off is primary, so that is at least a plus.
Fingerprint Reader: It is located on the right side of the laptop on the edge. And now thinking about its location, I can only assume that this is why HP designed the bevels on each side as they did. I found it awkward to try and use my index finger, but using the middle or "tall man" and ring finger on the right hand was easy enough. But the point finger could be used just have to setup the print with the finger resting at angle to the reader. It unlocked the PC quick enough from sleep. I don't have a lot of use with it only set it up for this review to comment. I typically just a PIN to unlock, but can definitely see the benefits of having a reader once I retrained myself to use it. Do it on my phone, why not on my laptop?
Sound: Bang and Olufsen by name badge only. It is a laptop, but putting that name badge on the laptop gave me higher expectations for loudness. It is definitely clear and full, but it varies greatly by source. Youtube and Netflix left me wanting it louder. Streaming Music via Google Music in Chrome was just enough.
Lastly, build quality seems nice. Everything is plastic painted to look like aluminum. As desktop replacement, shouldn't matter. And hookup wireless mouse and keyboard and you really won't be wearing anything out.
So that is my two cents even after inflation, which means its really not worth much! I've tried to hit on the highest highs and lowest lows.
The biggest question, would I recommend? No...at least not at MSRP. Cut that in half and it could be considered given the hardware configuration. And lets just say the price I paid is considerably less than what MSRP is and I'm seriously considering sending it back. I would never even consider a laptop in this price range for my intended uses, but this "deal" just fell in my lap...no pun intended.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Microsoft - Wireless Display Adapter - Black
Wirelessly send what's displaying on your smartphone, tablet or laptop to your HDTV or monitor with this Microsoft CG4-00001 adapter, which features Miracast technology and complies with 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz 802.11n wireless standards.
Possible Solution
Customer Rating
1.0
Posted by: MnstrMike
from Knoxville, TN
on September 17, 2015
Was disappointed to find out it does not work well or play nice with Samsung devices.
Was able to use ASUS Android Tablet and ASUS Windows 2-in-1 on Windows 10. Nexus 5 didn't work, but forgot that is the limitation with the Nexus 5 itself.
Mixed success with the two devices that did work though. ASUS Table seemed to work better. The Windows 10 device was pretty laggy.
Also, each time the device connected, I had to switch inputs on the tv and then go back to the Wireless Display input. Not sure why it was not refreshing itself to show the connection. It worked every time though once I did this, but it was pretty annoying that Display Adapter wouldn't refresh its screen output.
Caught it on the Deal of the Day, so gave it shot, but it's going back. I am used to Roku Player casting, which works great. but looking for a device that doesn't need internet or local network to cast.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
My Best Buy number: 2082864761
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BLU - WIN HD 4G Cell Phone (Unlocked) - Pink
With 4G speed and Wi-Fi, this Blu WIN HD W510L PINK cell phone makes it easy to connect to the Internet whether you're at home or on the go. The 8.0MP rear-facing and 2.0MP front-facing cameras allow you to take photos of special moments.
Maybe first time user could see past issues
Customer Rating
3.0
Posted by: MnstrMike
from Knoxville, TN
on March 2, 2015
For starters the screen is excellent! My daily drives is a LG Nexus 5, very familiar with Motorola G's and E's. I really like Windows Phone UI and if just had the apps I need I could see myself jumping from Android (possibly. Android 5.0 is super sweet).
This review is written from my wife's use of the phone so I am adding to what I have experienced with it just playing around and what she has experienced as a daily driver, so it all comes through as first person.
She has used Android/Samsung in past and has never looked back switching to Windows Phone. It's Apple iOS, with touches of Android usefulness, yet still it's own.
When it comes to Windows Phones my first introduction is a Nokia Lumia 630 from Cricket. Excellent phone, solid battery life, but no front facing camera; managed without it, but it does stink, mainly when Skype Video calling.
The BLU WIN HD is easy to hold in the hand being even though it has a 5" screen. It virtually has no bezel. With BLU's included TPU case, it made it fantastic. On it's own the plastic used to build the phone feels really cheap, especially when removing the back cover to insert SIM and microSD Card. It is not very slick, smooth, but not slick.
The camera's do a decent job. The rear does not have a zoom, which it is an 8MP shooter and can be enlarged after the pic is taken, so not a deal breaker. The front camera is adequate and at least gave me that functionality that I was missing from Nokia Lumia 630,.
Past that I did lose some things. Apparently Windows Phones leaves out a few features that are found at least on Nokia phones: Visual Voicemail, Extra menu on the Settings Menu that tells which WP8.1 version you are on (Cyan, Denim, etc.), and the Nokia/Lumia only Apps are not present (that was assumed in the switch).
The loss of Visual Voicemail though caught me by surprise as it is built into the OS. Did some research and other non-Lumia/Nokia phones also are missing this option. So apparently this is where the Android likeness kicks in and not the iOS consistency across different manufacturers.
The screen did have issues with picking up touches when using dial pad in a call. Since Visual Voicemail did not work, had to check voicemail old fashion way. while you still don't have to dial your number, but can hit the voicemail button in the dialer app, as sort of a speed dial, you still have to use the number prompts and only used once and I had issues not picking up a number or # key.
Using the keyboard I did not have any issues with responsiveness*. The asterisk however is when the phone is charging. The phone severely lags when it is charging and trying to type on the keyboard is very slow. Thankfully the battery is amazing, so the need to recharge is limited!
I did have the phone reboot itself twice in the time I used it (about 10 days). I was using WhatsApp both times and was trying to take a picture. So do not know if the issue is the BLU camera app or WhatsApp App. I checked for updates on all fronts and everything was up to date. Couldn't find anyone else with instances online with same problem. Just the visual voicemail issue. Cannot say if this issue had anything to do with background apps also running. Don't typically use too many, text, WhatsApp, etc.
Call quality, speaker quality. The Speakers are loud and could be heard easily for notifications and playing media. Call quality however, was hollow, the earpiece speaker rattles. Switching to Speaker Phone the volume is quite low compared to media volume.
I did test/play with an un-SIMmed Lumia 535 Dual Sim phone for a bit. Size it is a bit bigger, screen washed out looking, definitely didn't feel as premium as this phone or standard Nokia Lumia. Price was $30 cheaper though, but bezels made the 5" screen even bigger and awkward design for small hands and slick casing made it hard to hold. Cannot compare with issues with BLU phone, as it didn't have a SIM to test functionality. The screen of the 535 really turned me off with its poor viewing angles.
However, a first time user may not have had issues with this.
Like the title says, I think a first time Windows Phone User could see past some of this, so I can still recommend it. , but being on a true blue (pun intended and literal) Nokia Lumia 630 (cyan color) phone, its hard to look past it. I simply wanted a front camera and Dual SIM was added bonus for my bi-yearly travels overseas.
It was however, Pretty in Pink!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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HP - ENVY Desktop - Intel Core i5 - 12GB Memory - 2TB Hard Drive - Gray
HP ENVY 700-214 Desktop: Powerful enough for your demanding gaming and video-editing needs, this desktop boasts abundant memory for quick multitasking of your work projects and daily tasks. Plus you'll have plenty of room store it all on the massive hard drive.Learn more about the New Windows ~
does what I need it to
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: MnstrMike
from Knoxville, TN
on March 1, 2014
Features
3.0
Performance
4.0
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What's great about it: Plenty of USB ports
What's not so great: Wish it had dedicated graphics or SSD
In this review I am looking at all that came in the box with the HP Envy 700-214.
It has been a long time since I have had a desktop PC. I honestly never thought I would go back to one with the quality of laptops out there. But you pay the price for mobility as I bought this desktop with a monitor package deal for just under $900 and couldn't touch that price with specs for a laptop. However, seeing that I need some good horsepower under the hood, my minimal road travels usually only require email and doc prep, so I didn't need much for being mobile. But in the office I need quite a bit. I do desktop publishing, short videos, financial software, etc. And I need the ability to allow coding and such to happen in the background, while I continue to work.
I knew I needed an iCore 5 or higher to get accomplished what I wanted so I only looked at desktops meeting that requirement. Memory had to be 8GB or more and for some reason I thought this machine had dedicated graphics memory. It does not. It shares the system memory of a max (and defaulted at) 1792MB. so around 1.5GB of the 12GB system memory is being used for graphics. I should not run into in any issues, but dedicated would have been nicer.
So as a desktop it is as fast and quick as I expected. I am a Windows 8 fan, even though I am not using touch screen in the office (I do on my Asus T100, which Windows 8 comes a live on touch screen) but in the office it just not practical as my screen is not in my face.
**A side note on Windows 8. Dual screen is a little wonky because to access some of the settings you have to be able to get the "Charms Bar" located on the right side of the screen and the opposite is true for the left side of the screen to access current running Apps. Without touch screen setup Windows 8.1 gets a bad wrap, and I would say rightfully so. All of the changes are behind the scenes and I can attest to the fact that Win 8 runs lighter and faster than Win 7 especially on older machines. On my little Asus Transformer Book T100 I use Win 8.1 as is. However, in the office setup I employ third-party software called ClassicShell. It is free and essentially it brings back the Start Button/Menu on the desktop. Now Windows 8.1 added the feature back to skip to the desktop on startup, Classic Shell has that feature as well, but it takes a trick for it do it and I just allow Win OS to handle that task. Once you get a round the learning curve of Win 8.1 theoretically you could do with out the Start menu on the desktop, but most don't want or can't take that time to get used to it. So ClassicShell (and others out there) help bring it back. The rumor has it that Windows 9 will bring it back, which they should have just did it from the beginning in Win 8 but again that's my opinion.
Getting back to topic, I do use dual screen setup, I cannot multitask without and over the years my screen sizes have increased now running dual 23" monitors 1 is HP (bought a pc/monitor package deal) and the other is an older 23" Hanspree (not as nice as the LED HP, may have to swap it out as reading text is just not that nice in comparison and now I know why I squinted. I just thought it was my eyesight)
Anywho, the system graphics handles it all just fine. Have not noticed any issues yet, I have not thrown the kitchen sink at it yet, but I really don't forsee any issues there with it.
The pc is very quiet, much quiter than I expected which is good. Again, once I start throwing larger tasks I am sure noise will pick up but I don't expect much.
The 2TB harddrive is nice as I won't run out of space for what I am doing, but it is a little sluggish on wake from sleep. From full off, the pc starts up quickly (mostly thanks to Win 8 for that) and gets me going in under 1 minute once a few things load. I knew going that the harddrive could be a bit sluggish compared to lesser size, say 500GB or 1TB but it works fine.
I really wish I had an SSD of at least 128GB for OS and subsequent programs and the 2TB for storing files and such. But I couldn't find one and probably wouldnt' have paid the price anyway. I can make upgrades down the road, which this desktop definitely allows.
I can even add another 4GB of memory to total out at 16GB if needed. Honestly would add a dedicated graphics card first though.
The wireless card inside is very strong and works well. I was a little worried about this as it doesn't have an external antenna. I am only 30 feet from my wireless router (diagonally) as my office is the basement of my home but it picks up the signal just fine at full bars. It did waiver once from 5 to 4 bars, but just shortly. Could have been someone standing in the direct path upstairs, but it didn't disrupt anything I was doing.
I have more USB ports than I know what to do with, which is fine by me.
One item that was complete junk in my opinion is the included wireless keyboard and mouse. The mouse is a joke. I am used to Logitech products for the last 10 years. Actually I have an HP wireless mouse elsewhere and so I at least expected that quality. This is definitely novelty at best just to make the features sound more appealing in the "What's in the Box" section.
I have tried all the settings possible, but the mouse jumps quite a bit, even when not being used. Precision is very hard, so it has to go as when I am doing desktop publishing or video editing precision will be key.
The keyboard is okay. The keys are nice and evenly spaced, but it does make quite a racket, especially the space bar. One aspect I do not like is the shortcut keys. I am used to the Logitech where I have dedicated media key functions (play/pause etc) this keyboard is not dedicated but requires the use of a dual press of FN key and the desired command. So not very convenient. The sound level is independent though so at least that is easy.
Obviously you can tell I enjoy Logitech products, so if you are not used to them then maybe it won't be an issue for you; outside of the mouse I definitely thing you will notice that. I do like the 10-Key Numeric pad as it works great and the keys are layed out nicely. My complaints mainly rest in the mouse department.
I needed a PC fast as my current rig was overheating as it just couldn't handle all I needed to do and I nursed it along for over year. I thought about building my own machine as I could get exactly what I wanted and would have even more longevity but I needed one quick and I have bought HP before so knew of their solid nature.
I am a bit of an audiofile so the Beats Audio sounded like an extra bonus. I can't tell any difference from my previous setup as my speakers have not changed (still rocking Altec Lansing THX with external sub from 2001!)
Well there is my two cents. I don't like reviews that are one liners of "works great" as that tells me nothing about how you use it! So this is how I use and what I expect from it. Hope it helps you with your decision.
One item I did want to add is I prefer small towers (slimline) but I was not able to get one with the chipset I needed (again unless I built my own). The size though is not bad, I had to add a little side table to my desk to accommodate (I hate desktops on the floor, requires too much cleaning out of dust and pet hair)
This product is... Perfect for Business, quiet
About me... Regularly process large video or graphics files, Business Professional, that guy you call to ask tech questions
I would recommend this to a friend!
Other Best Buy Products I Recommend
HP - Pavilion 23" IPS LED HD Monitor - Black
Logitech - MK520 Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo - Black
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Rise of the Guardians [3 Discs] [Includes Digital Copy] [UltraViolet] [3D] [Blu-ray/DVD] [Blu-ray/Blu-ray 3D/DVD] [2012]
My New Favorite Christmas Movie
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: MnstrMike
from Knoxville, TN
on April 24, 2013
What's great about it: Excellent Story
What's not so great: ?
Love the story, love the design. Totally puts a twist on all the fable and mythical characters of childhood.
Its like a G rate Grimm Brothers cartoon...gritty, dark, and funny too.
My family loves it!
3D is cool, but really forget I am watching it after awhile. May just not have enough effects. Or our brains see in 3D 360 all day, so it just gets use to it.
My daughters like it, but still prefer 2D. Really the best 3D movies I have seen thus far are documentaries.
A mix of live action and cgi models really are cool.
Sorry, sidelined the original topic there.
Bottomline movie is great, and because of this review I am getting extra points as a Rewards Member!! Can't be that.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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My Best Buy number: 2082864761
My Best Buy number: 2082864761
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Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2 Disc) (W/Dvd)
Better than the 48FPS 3D experience
Customer Rating
3.0
What's great about it: Similar cinematography as LOTR Trilogy
What's not so great: Bad Acting
Coming off of the LOTR Trilogy this story is good, however, they are taking a single book and turning it into 3 movies. Which if the writers had chosen to do extensive character depth that would be one thing, but no instead they opted to add adventures that never happened into the story to make a trilogy. What came across as a passion for the LOTR Trilogy, definitely feels like greed in this installment.
The movie is good, but it all feels subpar next to LOTR. The 48FPS 3D experience was horrid. I read the review heard the comments, but just had to see for myself. I went it thinking everyone was just being critical, but they were right.
I felt like I was watching a bunch of men dressed in costumes trying to act. It was bad.
The standard 24FPS is much better at giving the movie feel and it masks the bad acting.
Even though I wished they would have stuck to the script, the new adventures are fun and don't detract from the story, but just fills in things that might have happened with some tweaking to the original story.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2 [3D] [Blu-ray] [Blu-ray/Blu-ray 3D] [2011]
Must enter redemption code by expiration date to redeem UltraViolet offer. Does not include iTunes file.
3D Rendering Glitch
Customer Rating
2.0
What's great about it: It's Harry Potter
What's not so great: 3D effects
Not sure if all have had this issue or not, but in scene 12 (maybe wrong in the number, but when the enchantments have fallen to buy Harry time and the Voldermort army is rushing down the hill) the 3D glitches as if the disc was scratched. Hardly the case, the Blu-Ray player is brand spank new as is the TV only a few months old. It is reproduceable every time, so this says me, it is the disc.
Running on an LG Cinema 55" & Panasonic 110 3D player.
Running on an LG Cinema 55" & Panasonic 110 3D player.
The glitch or freeze caused the whole system to time out and restart at the menu screen. Didn't try to move to a scene past, just swapped out the disc for the 2D version to finish the movie.
Thinking back about the movie not lot of 3D effects. I can think of a few, but with spell casting I expected more. If memory serves correctly, I don't think this film was shot for 3D, but added it in later for the flare of 3D.
My 2 cents and experience.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Rio [4 Discs] [Includes Digital Copy] [3D] [Blu-ray/DVD] [Blu-ray/Blu-ray 3D/DVD] [2011]
Movie great 3D not so much
Customer Rating
3.0
I apologize for bad spelling but i posted from a smartphone and the browser will not let me scroll down to edit the text at the bottom. Either way i would be curious to know if others have problems with the 3D for these two films. So far I k ow that all films I have watched in theatre I cannot watch entirely without removing my glasses prior to Rio and Ice Age at home I have had no problems watching a 2 hour movie. For comparison I have watched thus far on my new 55" LG Cinema 3D Coraline and The Clash of the Titans. Both of which have stunning 3D. Titans was great in theatre but even better at home. This movie I was hoping for the same but unfortunately the 3D version is just too juddery. At this point I know it is not the TV as I bought Ice Age 3D and it does the same, which leads mento believe it is the 20 Century/Blue Sky Studio that is having the problems or just that both of these movies have so much color and a lot of unnatural white that renders the 3D juddery.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Smart security that is designed for every home. Set up in minutes, and receive notifications from the app whenever a visitor presses your Video Doorbell or motion is detected. You can also choose to wire it to sound your existing home chime. Blink Video Doorbell lets you answer your door no matter where you are. Receive customizable alerts right from the Blink Home Monitor app, and experience helpful features like HD day and night video and two-way audio. Best part ~ Blink~s long-battery life technology provides peace of mind for up to two years.
Can you record live videos with the module also ?
No. The Sync Module will only record doorbell presses. Live View recordings require a subscription plan.
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eufy Security - SoloCam L40 Outdoor Wireless 2K Spotlight Camera - Black/White
SoloCam L40 2K is a completely standalone security cam that you can access via your app. No need for a Homebase, or wires, as SoloCam is completely wire-free and battery-powered, so you don't have to mess with anything. Every eufy Security product is engineered to ensure your security data is kept private. Have peace of mind that you will have a secure record of everything that happens around your home. Adjust the brightness and color temperature of the spotlight in case you don~t want to wake the neighbors. Takes just minutes to install the mount using a drill and the included pack of screws. No wires or cords needed. Chat to anyone passing by~invited or not~and hear their response up to 8 meters away in real-time via SoloCam L40~s two-way audio. Connect SoloCam L40 to the Google Assistant or Alexa for complete hands-free control of your home security. Designed to protect your home as well as your wallet, SoloCam L40 is a one-time purchase that combines security with convenience. Only receive the alerts which matter. Customize the area in which detection takes place to suit your home.
Can the SoloCam L40 (or any other SoloCam cameras) use the Solar Charger accessory?
According to Eufy Support, no it cannot. The Solar Charger uses a MicroUSB charger style and the cable is hardwired to the panel. The SoloCam L40 is USB-C.
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ASUS - TUF Gaming 17.3" Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX3050 Ti - 512GB SSD - Eclipse Gray
The latest Intel 11th Core i5 processor with GeForce~ RTX3050 Ti graphics also equipped with a large 17.3" FHD 144hz display. Personalize your laptop with RGB keyboard.
What type of ram module it is? Would like order another compatible 8 gb stick.
got to Crucial.com to run a check, but it is Micron 3200 GDDR4
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ASUS - TUF Gaming 17.3" Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX3050 Ti - 512GB SSD - Eclipse Gray
The latest Intel 11th Core i5 processor with GeForce~ RTX3050 Ti graphics also equipped with a large 17.3" FHD 144hz display. Personalize your laptop with RGB keyboard.
is it more than 60hz?
ASUS - TUF Gaming 17.3" Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX3050 Ti - 512GB SSD - Eclipse Gray
The latest Intel 11th Core i5 processor with GeForce~ RTX3050 Ti graphics also equipped with a large 17.3" FHD 144hz display. Personalize your laptop with RGB keyboard.
What is the clock speed of the ram? 2666 or 3200 and if it can be overclocked, to what speed should I upgrade? Can you add more than 32gb ram? And is both ssd slots nvme or the regular? What is the max ssd it can handle?
Installed is Micron 3200; accepts up to 64GB @ 32GB + 32GB.
It may be possible to overclock the memory, but would need other software to do it.
Storage: both are M.2 NVME M-Key. Max size is what you can afford.
It may be possible to overclock the memory, but would need other software to do it.
Storage: both are M.2 NVME M-Key. Max size is what you can afford.
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Acer - Chromebook Spin 514 Laptop– Convertible-14” Full HD Touch –Ryzen 3 3250C– GB DDR4 Memory–64GB eMMC Flash Memory
Do More, See More, Anywhere: Watch your favorite movies, TV shows and other media—while on the move or traveling—on Acer’s exciting new convertible Chromebook Spin 514, which offers a 78% screen-to-body ratio to maximize your viewing experience on its 14” Full HD touch display. The Chromebook Spin 514 leverages the power of the latest AMD processor inside to ensure epic functionality when working on intensive and demanding applications—without the worry of ever slowing down! It features a 360° durable hinge to provide you with four different modes to enjoy, a high-quality, military-grade tested metal casing, and enough battery life to keep you fired up and running all day long!
Is the touchscreen corning gorilla glass?
Lorex - 2K QHD WIRE-FREE SECURITY SYSTEM - White
The Lorex 2K Wire-Free System is designed with flexibility in mind. With no wires to run, homeowners can get full home security coverage without clutter or difficulty accessing hard to reach power outlets. The whole system can be up and running in minutes. Wireless and compact, the Home Hub has a sleek design and provides homeowners the freedom to install up to 6 cameras indoors and outdoors. The system works with Alexa as well as Google Assistant, offering the ability to control and activate features with nothing more than voice commands. Featuring a suite of deterrence technology, homeowners get important alerts whenever there is relevant motion thanks to advance person detection and the ability to fully customize notifications in the Lorex Home App. Homeowners can access and manage their 2K Wire-Free System and footage from the App anytime, anywhere.
what comes in the box? Can these be mounted outside on a wall, or inside only? thanks
They are Outdoor and Indoor use. Indoor only requires a flat surface, like a book shelf, recommends 6ft height.
In the Box:
Lorex Home Hub base station, 2 cameras with two exterior mounts, screws, and quick drill guide, 2 chargers and cables; 1 required for Home Hub power, instruction manual, ethernet cable for internet connection (recommended) or WiFi option also available.
In the Box:
Lorex Home Hub base station, 2 cameras with two exterior mounts, screws, and quick drill guide, 2 chargers and cables; 1 required for Home Hub power, instruction manual, ethernet cable for internet connection (recommended) or WiFi option also available.
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GE - Classic Drip 10-Cup Coffee Maker - Stainless Steel
At GE Appliances, we're bringing craftsmanship to your countertops, with reliable and durable drip coffee makers. Equipped with either a sleek glass or insulated thermal carafe, our coffee makers have convenient functions such as Delayed Start and Timer, to make the brewing process simple and user-friendly. And all GE Appliances drip coffee makers are finished with tasteful and durable stainless steel, making them the perfect accent for any kitchen or office ~ all from a brand you trust.
Will the warmer plate automatically shut off after a period of time
GE - Classic Drip 10-Cup Coffee Maker - Stainless Steel
At GE Appliances, we're bringing craftsmanship to your countertops, with reliable and durable drip coffee makers. Equipped with either a sleek glass or insulated thermal carafe, our coffee makers have convenient functions such as Delayed Start and Timer, to make the brewing process simple and user-friendly. And all GE Appliances drip coffee makers are finished with tasteful and durable stainless steel, making them the perfect accent for any kitchen or office ~ all from a brand you trust.
Is the carafe dishwasher safe on the GE classic drip 10 cup coffeemaker? https://www.bestbuy.com/site/ge-classic-drip-10-cup-coffee-maker-stainless-steel/6421025.p?skuId=6421025
No, everything is hand wash, which is only the carafe, removable cone filter and filter basket.
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GE - Classic Drip 10-Cup Coffee Maker - Stainless Steel
At GE Appliances, we're bringing craftsmanship to your countertops, with reliable and durable drip coffee makers. Equipped with either a sleek glass or insulated thermal carafe, our coffee makers have convenient functions such as Delayed Start and Timer, to make the brewing process simple and user-friendly. And all GE Appliances drip coffee makers are finished with tasteful and durable stainless steel, making them the perfect accent for any kitchen or office ~ all from a brand you trust.
What type of filter does this maker use?
It has a removable/reusable cone filter
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