prof2000

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December 16, 2018
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November 6, 2026
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June 21, 2020
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November 24, 2018
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APC - Back-UPS Pro 1100VA 10-Outlet/2-USB Battery Back-Up and Surge Protector - Black

Keep electronics working and offer surge protection when the power goes out with this APC UPS device. Its USB port lets you monitor its operation via included software.

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5.0

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from Mankato, MN

on December 16, 2018

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I have wanted this unit for some time, and was finally able to get it at an excellent price during the Black Friday sale. It provides excellent backup for my new PC and new monitor, and their external drives. My equipment has relatively low power draw, and I get almost an hour of run time when losing power, which is more than sufficient to backup crucial files, and power everything down safely.

I would recommend this to a friend!

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Samsung - UE590 Series 28" LED 4K UHD Monitor - Black

Samsung 28" S271HL U28E590D 4K UHD Monitor: See all of your photo's details during editing. Video game levels look amazing. The large screen allows you to have multiple windows open at once to get more work done.

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5.0

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on December 16, 2018

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This monitor is my first 4K monitor, and it gives me absolutely stunning images. I am using it with Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop elements., and it is well paired with them. I thought I might be overwhelmed by the size of the screen, coming from a 15" screen on a laptop - but I very quickly got accustomed to it, and find myself doing all my editing using my new monitor.

I would recommend this to a friend!

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Lenovo - IdeaCentre 510A Desktop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black

Lenovo 510A-15ICB Desktop: Upgrade your home computer with this Lenovo IdeaCentre desktop PC. The fast Intel Core i5-8400 processor and Intel UHD 630 graphics card easily handle complex software, and you can store your photos and files on the big 1TB hard drive or make use of the seven-in-one card reader to save on other storage media. Connect this Lenovo IdeaCentre computer wirelessly to other devices using the built-in Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.

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This machine is impressive. It is very well made - with a very pleasing exterior, and a very clean and well laid out interior. It provides more features at this price point than you can find elsewhere. For example - it gives two USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports, and a USB C port on the front! The engineering is well thought out. For example, the memory is two paired 4GB sticks, to optimize throughput. The machine is snappy and does the jobs it was designed for very well. One thing to take note of is that the machine is not designed for high end gaming, and really can't be upgraded to do so - it has a 180W interior power supply and a proprietary motherboard. But it does all the tasks characteristic of a home pc very well, and somewhat beyond. I am doing photo editing using Adobe Lightroom and Adobe Photoshop Elements, and they work very well. I have paired the PC with a 28" Samsung 4K monitor, and the images are stunning. For the price, you won't find a better machine anywhere.

I would recommend this to a friend!

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ViewSonic - VX1655 15.6" IPS LED FHD Portable Monitor (USB-C, Mini HDMI) - Black

The ViewSonic VX1655 is a 15.6" portable monitor with 1080p resolution for incredible visual performance on the go. An ultra-thin panel with the hardware integrated into the kickstand provides incredible stability, discreetly hides cable connectivity, and still allows for use in portrait and landscape modes. A convenient tripod mount is integrated into the stand for additional versatility. In addition, versatile connectivity options include two USB-C ports for 2-way charging, as well as mini-HDMI and a headphone jack. Measuring less than an inch thick and weighing under two pounds, the ultra-slim VX1655 perfectly fits into any bag, briefcase, or backpack so you can work wherever life takes you.

Does this display do portrait mode? If so, how? The built in stand does not appear to support it.

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ViewSonic - VA1655 15.6" LCD FHD Monitor (DisplayPort USB, HDMI) - Black

The ViewSonic VA1655 is a portable 15.6-Inch monitor designed for productivity on the go. Built for business travelers, remote workers, and digital nomads, the VA1655 can serve as a complementary screen to a laptop or tablet for boosted productivity. With an anti-glare screen and Full HD 1080p resolution, this monitor delivers a crystal-clear viewing experience so users can see more and do more for a more efficient workflow. A USB Type-C port enables quick and easy transmission of video, and audio. A second USB Type-C port also delivers two-way power: a connected laptop can power the VA1655, OR the VA1655 can power a connected laptop via a USB-C power bank or AC adapter and outlet. Measuring less than an inch thick and weighing under two pounds, the ultra-slim VA1655 perfectly fits into any bag, briefcase, or backpack so you can work wherever life takes you..

Can this display do portrait mode? If so, how?

2 years, 11 months ago

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ViewSonic - VA1655 15.6" LCD FHD Monitor (DisplayPort USB, HDMI) - Black

How do I power this if my laptop can't provide enough power? How much power does a usb adapter need to provide?

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Acer - 15.6" IPS FHD Portable Monitor (USB Type-C, Mini HDMI and Micro USB Cable) - Black

In meetings, in the classroom and anywhere in between, Acer~s PM Series portable monitor is the go-to choice for people on the move! Just fire it up and enjoy High-Definition entertainment~anywhere! Its accurate, vivid colors come to life from any viewing angle on the 15.6~ IPS display that features Full HD (1920x1080) resolution. Its slim design (0.4") and ultra-light weight (3.85 lbs.) allows it to easily fit in your laptop bag! Perfect for use as a secondary monitor for dual-monitor presentations, it~s powered by a single USB Type C cable, giving you the freedom to connect it to your laptop, smartphone or tablet~quickly and easily!

How is this powered if my laptop can't provide sufficient power?

2 years, 11 months ago

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Acer - 15.6" IPS FHD Portable Monitor (USB Type-C, Mini HDMI and Micro USB Cable) - Black

Can this display run in portrait mode?

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ASUS - ZenScreen 15.6" FHD IPS Portable Monitor with Foldable Smart Case (USB-C) - Dark Gray

Boost your productivity with this ASUS 15.6-inch ZenScreen portable monitor. The 178-degree viewing angle provides consistent picture quality, while the anti-glare coating helps reduce eye strain and increase visibility. This flicker-free ASUS 15.6-inch ZenScreen portable monitor features a USB-C port that can connect to various devices, and the Full HD panel produces stunning visuals.

Can the resolution of the monitor be changed using monitor controls?

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Acer - AOPEN 16PM1Q Abmiuuzx 15.6" IPS LED FHD Portable Monitor (USB, HDMI) - Black

In meetings, in the classroom and anywhere in between, AOPEN~s PM Series portable monitor is the go-to choice for people on the move! Just fire it up and enjoy High-Definition entertainment~anywhere! Its accurate, vivid colors come to life from any viewing angle on the 15.6~ IPS display that features Full HD (1920x1080) resolution. Its slim design (0.4") and ultra-light weight (3.85 lbs.) allows it to easily fit in your laptop bag! Perfect for use as a secondary monitor for dual-monitor presentations, it~s powered by a single USB Type C cable, giving you the freedom to connect it to your laptop, smartphone or tablet~quickly and easily!

What comes with the monitor? In particular: is there a HDMI to mini-HDMI cable?; is there a usb c cable?; is there a power brick and cord?

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Acer - 15.6" IPS FHD Portable Monitor (USB Type-C, Mini HDMI and Micro USB Cable) - Black

How is this display monitor powered? Are the necessary adapters provided?

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Acer - 15.6" IPS FHD Portable Monitor (USB Type-C, Mini HDMI and Micro USB Cable) - Black

Does this come with a HDMI to mini-HDMI to use with a standard laptop computer?

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Logitech - Pebble 2 Combo Compact Wireless Scissor Keyboard and Mouse Bundle for Windows, macOS, iPadOS, Chrome - Graphite

Defy Boring with the Pebble 2 Combo made with recycled plastic. Its minimalist, slim design makes it as iconic as you and super portable. Pair up to 3 wireless devices across OS and switch between devices with a press of a button (Logi Bolt receiver also included). With Logi Options+ app, you can customize your Pebble Mouse 2 M350s~ middle button with shortcuts that shuffle your Spotify playlist, send emojis on WhatsApp, and more. Personalize the 10 keyboard Fn shortcut keys to work how you want and save time.

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Will these work with a Windows 11 S mode laptop?

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ION Audio - Retro Boombox with AM/FM Radio - Silver

Revel in immersive audio with this retro-style Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo. Dual full-range speakers deliver impressive sound reproduction, while Bluetooth technology, USB playback, an AM FM radio and a built-in cassette player offer vast entertainment options. This Ion Boombox Deluxe portable stereo comes with a long-lasting rechargeable battery for convenience.

Does this model have bluetooth?

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It has bluetooth for input sources - so you can stream music from your phone to it. However, it does not have bluetooth output - so you can not use bluetooth headphones or ear plugs with it directly.

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ION Audio - Retro Boombox with AM/FM Radio - Silver

i think this is cool but all my cassette tapes are gone . Where can i find cassette tapes by artist

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Often your local Goodwill store, and other charity shops, can be a place to find used cassette tapes - generally at very attractive prices.

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ION Audio - Retro Boombox with AM/FM Radio - Silver

Does this play cds?

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The short answer is no - this boombox does not have a built in cd player. However, as noted in the previous answer you can plug a cd player into the AUX Input and play cds.

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ION Audio - Retro Boombox with AM/FM Radio - Silver

Can you listen to tapes in the stereo?

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I have played stereo cassette tapes in this boombox, and can verify that you get true stereo sound out of the boombox from them. The same is true when tuned in to fm stereo stations, and when playing stereo mp3 files from a usb stick. An added note - the mp3 files obtained from copying stereo cassette tapes using this boombox are also true stereo.

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ION Audio - Retro Boombox with AM/FM Radio - Silver

Does this play via bluetooth too?

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Yes it does. And it does a very good job. Also, pairing with my smart phone is easy and fast .

6 years, 7 months ago

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ION Audio - Retro Boombox with AM/FM Radio - Silver

I must transfer short clips from CDs to cassette tape. Can I connect jacks from my amp directly to the tape recorder, and fade-in fade-out?

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With the appropriate cable or cable adapter you can plug the output from your amp directly to the AUX Input on the side of the boombox. You can then record to the cassette recorder. There are no controls on the boombox to provide fade-in fade-out, however.

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ION Audio - Retro Boombox with AM/FM Radio - Silver

Will wireless headphones work with this boombox?

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The short answer is no. This boombox does not have the bluetooth out feature. It does, however, have an excellent headphone out to use with wired headphones or ear phones. I have used it with good quality headphones (Sennheiser 570) and the sound is excellent.

6 years, 7 months ago

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ION Audio - Retro Boombox with AM/FM Radio - Silver

How many hours of airplay does the battery charge last? Does it come with AC/DC adaptor for standard wall plugs? Thank you

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The boombox comes with an ac cord to plug it into a wall socket. You use it to charge the built-in internal rechargeable battery. The hours of airplay you get on a full charge will depend on how it is being used: the loudness setting for the speakers, whether you are using bluetooth, whether you are playing or recording with the cassette player/recorder. With the speakers set to moderate volume for a small room and playing the radio I have run the radio for 10 hours with no problem.

6 years, 7 months ago

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ION Audio - Retro Boombox with AM/FM Radio - Silver

Can you record on cassette tapes when playing from Bluetooth.

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Yes you can. You can stream in from a bluetooth connected device, such as a smart phone or a tablet, and record to a cassette in the boombox (or a usb stick, or a micro sd card in the boombox). As noted in a previous answer, you need to adjust the volume of the external device to get a good recording.

6 years, 7 months ago

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ION Audio - Retro Boombox with AM/FM Radio - Silver

will the bluetooth allow you to use auxiliary / external bluetooth speakers?

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No. Bluetooth on this device is only for input. You can however use the Headphone port on the boombox to wire it to an external speaker. Please note that the AUX port on this boombox is only for input.

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