prof2000
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- First ReviewDecember 16, 2018
- Last ReviewNovember 9, 2026
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- First Review CommentJune 21, 2020
- Last Review CommentJanuary 9, 2022
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- First QuestionNovember 24, 2018
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These Sony ZX Series MDRZX110/BLK headphones feature neodymium magnets and 30mm drivers for powerful, reinforced sound. Enjoy your favorite songs with lush bass response thanks to the Acoustic Bass Booster technology.
Good for walks and exercising!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: prof2000
on January 23, 2021
Quality
4.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
I like using this when exercising and when on long walks - the audio sound quality is very good, far superior to comparably priced earbuds. It is also a very comfortable headset. It also permits some outside sound in - an important feature when outside.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 32
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Get a workout while sitting down with the Cubii Jr. Seated Elliptical. This compact elliptical machine has an ergonomic design to reduce joint stress and an assortment of tools to help customize a workout based on individual health and fitness needs, including eight resistance levels to help adjust intensity to appropriate and challenging levels for each user. This machine, which is made to work quietly, does require some light assembly (it comes with a tool to attach the pedals).
Great for modestly sized apartments!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: prof2000
on January 23, 2021
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
This Cubii is excellent for getting some exercise regularly during the very cold and icy winters of Minnesota. It is a quality product that will last a very long time. It is whisper quiet, and does not dominate a room - making it great in a modestly sized apartment. I recommend it highly.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 32
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HyperX - Cloud Alpha Wired Stereo Gaming Headset for PC, Xbox X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Mobile - Black
Enhance your gaming experience with cleaner, smoother sound. The HyperX Cloud Alpha~s dual-chamber driver system separates the bass from the mids and highs, allowing them to be tuned individually for reduced distortion. Keep yourself in the zone and climb the ranks with signature HyperX comfort, perfect for prolonged gaming sessions. Get crystal-clear communication with your team and take your game to the next level with the Cloud Alpha audio advantage.
Excellent gaming headset!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: prof2000
on January 23, 2021
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
This headset has very good audio! I have tested it on my Xbox One X console, my S7 Edge cell phone, and on my desktop computer. It has good audio with the mic, but the mic needs to be positioned close to your mouth. It is a very comfortable headset! It is a solidly made headset, and looks sharp but not garish. I recommend it highly!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 34
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Victrola - Vinyl Record Sleeves (25-Pack) - White
Store vintage 33 RPM albums safely with these Victrola vinyl record sleeves. The transparent center lets you view titles without having to remove each individual record for added convenience. These Victrola vinyl record sleeves are white, so labeling them as desired is simple, and the thick material keeps contents protected against dust and scratches.
Excellent replacement sleeves!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: prof2000
on October 24, 2020
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
I have a collection of records that are 30 - 60 years old, that needed new inner sleeves. These do an excellent job! If you are persistent, you can find them on sale. I got mine at nearly half the regular price!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 30
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Sony - Core Series 5" 3-Way Bookshelf Speakers (Pair) - Black
Immerse yourself in room-filling sound with these Sony Core Series SSCS5 bookshelf speakers, which feature 5" woofers and 3/4" and 1" tweeters for precise instrument and vocal reproduction and dynamic acoustic depth.
Excellent speakers for apartment dwellers!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: prof2000
on October 24, 2020
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
These are excellent speakers for my vintage stereo system. My 45 year old Kenwood KR-2400 receiver/amplifier is rated at just 17W/channel, but is well matched to these new speakers and sounds great. It provides plenty of volume for my modestly sized apartment living room with these speakers. I got a pair of Rockville stands to put some distance above the floor, and provide some acoustic isolation (important in an apartment complex).
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 32
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Listen to your favorite albums with this Onkyo DX-C390(B) 6-disc CD player that features Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry technology for clear, brilliant audio. The high-precision multibit D/A converter delivers high-quality sound.
An excellent multi-disc player!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: prof2000
on October 24, 2020
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
I was very fortunate to be able to get this multi-disc CD player -- good ones are very hard to find these days at a reasonable price. I obtained this as an "open box" item, advertised as in "Excellent" condition. It was as advertised - it appeared someone had opened the box, and peeled away some of the soft wrapping, but otherwise appeared brand new, and never used. All the accessories were still sealed in their bags, and the manual also sealed in its bag. The player is excellent! I ran it through its paces. Everything worked well, and it sounded great! It is a large device -- 17in X 17in X 5in, and heavy. I suspect the previous purchaser did not realize just how big this is. I sit it on the top of my stereo cabinet, with the turntable on top of it. I recommend this player most highly!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 21
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Panasonic - LUMIX ZS100 1-inch 20.1-Megapixel Sensor Point and Shoot Digital Camera with LEICA DC 10X Lens - DMC-ZS100K - Black
Enjoy compact photography at its finest with this Panasonic Lumix digital camera. It features a massive 20-megapixel sensor with powerful zoom, and it includes vibration reduction and tilt correction processing so that you can get the best pictures possible. High-speed autofocus and great low light responsiveness ensure this Panasonic Lumix digital camera gets the shots you want.
A Premium Compact Travel Camera
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: prof2000
on August 26, 2020
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
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This camera has all the features I have wanted for some time, and is within my budget. It is a premium travel camera that has a 1-inch sensor with 20-Million pixels, a very good Leica lens with a 10X optical zoom, and very good optical image stabilization. It comes equipped with a 3-inch touch-screen that allows a host of controls directly. It has very good automatic image control, that makes the camera very easy to use. It also allows one a host of means for manual control, and facilitates this with a control ring on the barrel of the lens and a dial on the top of the camera - and each of these can be user selected for different exposure controls. The camera is small and compact - easily placed in a jacket pocket. It is unintrusive - important for candid shots. I carry it with me on my daily walks, something I would not do with my larger cameras.
The attached photos of a deer family and of a cardinal were each taken at 10X optical zoom, with automatic image control. The camera was handheld, and indicate the quality of the optical image stabilization. The sun rise photo was taken at maximum wide angle, again with automatic image control.
Some accessories I would suggest include:
- SanDisk - Extreme PRO 128 GB SDXC Memory Card
- Case Logic - Era Camera Pouch
- Spare battery (DMW-BLG10PP)
- "Photographer's Guide to the Panasonic ZS100/TZ100" by
Alexander S. White
- SanDisk - Extreme PRO 128 GB SDXC Memory Card
- Case Logic - Era Camera Pouch
- Spare battery (DMW-BLG10PP)
- "Photographer's Guide to the Panasonic ZS100/TZ100" by
Alexander S. White
I highly recommend this camera to all!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 22
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Microsoft - Play & Charge Kit for XBOX One - Black
Keep the action going with the XBOX One Play & Charge Kit. Recharge while you play or afterwards, even when your XBOX is in standby. The long-lasting rechargeable battery fully charges in under 4 hours. Say goodbye to disposable batteries and having to swap them out in the middle of a game.
Great accessory for the Xbox One X!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: prof2000
on August 22, 2020
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
I bought this as "Open box - Excellent" because it was unavailable new. It looked new to me! The only evidence it had been opened was the broken seal on the box. The contents looked like they had never been removed from the box. It has worked out very well for me. It takes about 4 hours to fully charge the battery, but once done I can use it about 2 hours a day for about two weeks. I purchased a 6 foot USB 3.0 extension cable so I could play while charging (I sit about 12 feet from the console) - and it works just fine!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 77
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Kinsa - QuickCare Thermometer - Blue
Take accurate temperatures with this wireless Kinsa QuickCare digital thermometer. Its free app provides customized health tips and guidance on medications and symptoms, as well as recording data for each family member. This Bluetooth-enabled Kinsa QuickCare digital thermometer works with all Apple and Android devices to help you manage illnesses.
Excellent thermometer!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: prof2000
on August 9, 2020
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
I have been waiting for some time for this device to come back in stock. With the pandemic it has proven difficult to obtain a good thermometer. This device has proven to work extremely well for me. It is accurate, and takes a reading very quickly - in less than 6 seconds. In addition, it interfaces with your smart phone, and keeps a record of all your readings. I recommend it highly.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 7
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Lenovo - 10" Smart Display with Google Assistant - White Front/Bamboo Back
Make everyday life easier with this 10-inch Lenovo Smart Display. Its built-in Google Assistant responds quickly to your voice commands, whether you need to check your morning commute or bring up a recipe, and the brilliant Full HD touch screen offers a colorful, crisp view. This Lenovo Smart Display lets you catch up with family and friends using video chat.
Excellent for the bedroom!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: prof2000
on August 9, 2020
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
I purchased the 8" model a year ago, and it was a no brainer to purchase this when it was offered on sale recently. I needed a unit with a large screen for use in the bedroom, that was easily readable with my glasses off. I use it regularly to play relaxing music or sounds to help me go to sleep. I can easily play music from local radio stations by issuing verbal commands, and instructing it verbally to turn off after a set interval. I recommend it strongly.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 25
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The Keychron M6 Ergonomic Wireless Mouse offers a high-performance, dual-mode pointing solution that blends wired precision with wireless freedom. Whether you prefer the rock-solid stability of USB-C tethering or the flexibility of 2.4 GHz or Bluetooth connection, the M6 delivers seamless switching to suit your setup. Its PixArt 3395 sensor provides exceptional tracking with high DPI and IPS values, while the ergonomic design~including a thumb-wheel and dual scroll modes~ensures comfort and productivity over long sessions. Fully programmable via companion software, you can tailor buttons, DPI settings and macros to your workflow or gameplay. Lightweight yet robust, the M6 is crafted for those who demand both performance and versatility from their mouse.
Can the side scroll wheel function as a zoom control on photos or documents?
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The Keychron M6 Ergonomic Wireless Mouse offers a high-performance, dual-mode pointing solution that blends wired precision with wireless freedom. Whether you prefer the rock-solid stability of USB-C tethering or the flexibility of 2.4 GHz or Bluetooth connection, the M6 delivers seamless switching to suit your setup. Its PixArt 3395 sensor provides exceptional tracking with high DPI and IPS values, while the ergonomic design~including a thumb-wheel and dual scroll modes~ensures comfort and productivity over long sessions. Fully programmable via companion software, you can tailor buttons, DPI settings and macros to your workflow or gameplay. Lightweight yet robust, the M6 is crafted for those who demand both performance and versatility from their mouse.
Does this come with a usb A receiver, and also a usb C receiver?
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Logitech MX Master 3S Bluetooth Edition ~ productivity and precision mouse. With Quiet Clicks and 8K DPI any-surface tracking for more feel and performance.
What is the polling rate for this mouse?
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MX Master 4 for Business, our flagship mouse for business professionals, combines premium design with advanced features and enhanced connectivity. Highlights include an 8K DPI Darkfield laser sensor, Quiet Click technology, and MagSpeed scrolling. The advanced radio chip, optimized antenna placement, and Logi Bolt USB-C receiver provide 2x more powerful connectivity to improve performance in congested wireless environments. The Actions Ring, which is enabled and customized with Logi Options+, provides fast access to favorite tools and actions, including Easy-Switch. Haptic feedback enhances productivity by gently notifying the user for situations such as low battery or device disconnected.
What is the polling rate for this mouse? Does it have several possible and selectable rates?
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G305 features the next-gen HERO sensor with 12,000 DPI sensitivity and LIGHTSPEED wireless 1 ms performance. It~s long-lasting with 250 gaming hours from one AA battery (an indicator light reminds you before you need a new AA), ultra-portable with built-in nano receiver storage, lightweight weighing in at 99 grams, and ready to game with 6 programmable buttons. G305 is the LIGHTSPEED wireless mouse for all.
Can you get a polling rate of 1000Hz with the receiver plugged into a USB 2.0? Or must it use a USB 3.0 to get 1000Hz?
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G305 features the next-gen HERO sensor with 12,000 DPI sensitivity and LIGHTSPEED wireless 1 ms performance. It~s long-lasting with 250 gaming hours from one AA battery (an indicator light reminds you before you need a new AA), ultra-portable with built-in nano receiver storage, lightweight weighing in at 99 grams, and ready to game with 6 programmable buttons. G305 is the LIGHTSPEED wireless mouse for all.
What is the battery life when the polling rate is 1000Hz? What is it when the polling rate is 125 Hz?
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G305 features the next-gen HERO sensor with 12,000 DPI sensitivity and LIGHTSPEED wireless 1 ms performance. It~s long-lasting with 250 gaming hours from one AA battery (an indicator light reminds you before you need a new AA), ultra-portable with built-in nano receiver storage, lightweight weighing in at 99 grams, and ready to game with 6 programmable buttons. G305 is the LIGHTSPEED wireless mouse for all.
What are the possible settings for polling rate with this mouse?
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The Keychron M6 Ergonomic Wireless Mouse offers a high-performance, dual-mode pointing solution that blends wired precision with wireless freedom. Whether you prefer the rock-solid stability of USB-C tethering or the flexibility of 2.4 GHz or Bluetooth connection, the M6 delivers seamless switching to suit your setup. Its PixArt 3395 sensor provides exceptional tracking with high DPI and IPS values, while the ergonomic design~including a thumb-wheel and dual scroll modes~ensures comfort and productivity over long sessions. Fully programmable via companion software, you can tailor buttons, DPI settings and macros to your workflow or gameplay. Lightweight yet robust, the M6 is crafted for those who demand both performance and versatility from their mouse.
Are each of the scroll wheels solid metal, or are they plastic with a metallic coating?
4 months, 4 weeks ago
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Logitech MX Master 3S Bluetooth Edition ~ productivity and precision mouse. With Quiet Clicks and 8K DPI any-surface tracking for more feel and performance.
Are each of the scroll wheels solid metal, or are they plastic with a metallic coating?
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The Litra Glow premium streaming light is one of the fastest way to achieve professional-quality lighting for videos and streaming. Logitech~s TrueSoft technology delivers balanced, full-spectrum LED light with cinematic color accuracy for natural skin tones and a radiant look on camera. Eliminate harsh shadows with wide, soft light that flatters the subject using Litra Glow~s innovative frameless diffuser. Litra Glow has cleared even the strictest UL testing guidelines for all-day streaming. Easily place Litra Glow where you want it using the patent-pending three-way monitor mount with adjustable height, tilt and rotation. Fine-tune your on-camera look using adjustable brightness and color temperature settings~from warm candlelight to cool blue.
What is the maximum tilt angle? Can this be tilted 90 deg to illuminate the desk area?
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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.
Can I upgrade from Windows 10 Home to Windows 10 Pro before or after purchase?
You will have to do it after the purchase, and the system has been set up. It is very easy to do via the Windows Store (for which you must have an account). It will cost about $100.
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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.
does the motherboard come with an extra cable it I want to install another SATA compatible Drive or does it have to be purchased separately?
I opened up my computer to look at the cable situation, because I want to add an additional hard drive to the system. I found that the power cable to the DVD drive has a connector on it that will allow you to supply power to such a drive. I also saw that there is an open socket for one data sata cable to connect to this drive, but there is no cable provided to do this. You will have to buy the cable yourself (less than $10). Finally there is a single open bay available, and it will hold a 3.5" drive, and it is just below the dvd drive. So adding one additional SATA drive appears doable, and relatively straight forward.
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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.
Why is there no slot for a GPU? In the specifications for this product, in the expansion section, it states there is 1 PCI-E X1 slot, and a PCI-E x16 slot. What is in these slots, if I can't put a GPU in there? Is the description wrong?
I opened up my Lenovo, and see that both of these slots are open and available. However, be aware that the power supply for this machine is modest, and supplies a maximum of only 180 Watts. You need to carefully tally up the power already being used, and see if there is enough for the video card of your choice. Even a low end video card is going to use over 30 W. I think you are best advised to stick with the built in graphics.
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