TechGuy
 
 
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    October 6, 2018
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TechGuy's Reviews
 
Step up to high-speed USB 3.0 and transfer your videos, photos and files up to ten times faster than standard USB 2.0 drives. SanDisk Ultra® USB 3.0 Flash Drive takes the wait out of moving, sharing or backing up big files—now you can transfer a full-length movie from your laptop to your flash drive in less than a minute. Password protection lets you keep your private files private, while still being able to share generously with family and friends. And, with a sleek, sturdy SanDisk Ultra USB 3.0 Flash Drive in your pocket, you won’t need an internet connection to access those photos and videos any place or any time you want. For more than 25 years, SanDisk has been known for quality and reliability all around the world.
 
Excellent and reliable
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: TechGuy
on June 15, 2020
Bought this for data storage and expect to use it also for loading Windows 10 to my new build. USB's are much faster than using a disk. Awesome!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: false
Length of ownership: 30
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 Sonos - PLAY:3 Wireless Speaker for Streaming Music - Negro
Sonos - PLAY:3 Wireless Speaker for Streaming Music - Negro
Sonos PLAY:3 Wireless Speaker: Fill your home with rich, dynamic sound with Sonos Play:3, a speaker that's versatile enough to put just about anywhere. Position it horizontally or vertically for a perfect fit in tight spots around your home like on bookshelves or a nightstand.
 
Very nice
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: TechGuy
on April 24, 2020
These are good for putting sound in just about anywhere in your home. Pairing two speakers gives you decent stereo sound. Even better if you add the subwoofer for some good bass.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: false
Length of ownership: 815
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 Sanus - Speaker Stands for SONOS One, One SL, PLAY:1 and Play:3 Speakers (Pair) - Black
Sanus - Speaker Stands for SONOS One, One SL, PLAY:1 and Play:3 Speakers (Pair) - Black
This Sanus WSS2-B1 stand features a multi-use bracket that lets you place your SONOS One, One SL, Play 1 or Play 3 speaker in a horizontal or vertical position. Rubber feet allow stable placement on hard-surface floors.
 
Perfect match
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: TechGuy
on April 24, 2020
These were made for the Sonos Play 3 and they work perfectly. Not sure if they work with the new version.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: false
Length of ownership: 815
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 NETGEAR - Nighthawk 32 x 8 DOCSIS 3.1 Voice Cable Modem, Voice support - Black
NETGEAR - Nighthawk 32 x 8 DOCSIS 3.1 Voice Cable Modem, Voice support - Black
NETGEAR® Nighthawk® ultra-high-speed cable modem for XFINITY® Voice (CM1150V) delivers gigabit-speed cable Internet and the perfect call clarity. This DOCSIS® 3.1 cable modem with voice supports all of today's Internet service plans and is designed for high-performance Internet in the future. CM1150V includes two telephone ports that automatically prioritize voice over Internet for clear and uninterrupted calls.
 
Does not work with Cox
Customer Rating
3.0 out of 5
3.0
Posted by: TechGuy
on April 24, 2020
Made the mistake of believing the customer service rep and bought this for my impending switch to Cox cable. Of course, the install tech said it did not. Hence the modem was returned without being used. He did, however give me the Arris modem for free. Please ignore the product rating. It is not applicable.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: false
Length of ownership: 29
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 AudioQuest - Forest 6'7" 4K Ultra HD In-Wall HDMI Cable - Black/Green Stripe
AudioQuest - Forest 6'7" 4K Ultra HD In-Wall HDMI Cable - Black/Green Stripe
Set up a wall-mounted television or monitor with this AudioQuest Forest in-wall HDMI cable, featuring corrosion-resistant gold-plated connectors. High-speed data capacity supports 4K UHD, Blue-Ray Ultra HD and HDR devices for convenient connection options, while solid 0.5 percent silver conductors provide clear sound through reduced distortion and jitter. This Forest in-wall HDMI cable boasts a PVC protective jacket to provide added durability and flexibility.
 
Works better than generic
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: TechGuy
on October 25, 2019
Quality
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4.0
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5.0
Ease of Use
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5.0
Bought these for the Samsung Harmon Kardon Dolby Atmos soundbar connect the tv and soundbar. They are working flawlessly. Very happy. The included HDMI cable from Samsung did not work nearly as well.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: false
Length of ownership: 249
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 Samsung - Harmon Kardon 7.1.4-Channel Soundbar System with 8" Wireless Subwoofer and Dolby Atmos - Midnight Black
Samsung - Harmon Kardon 7.1.4-Channel Soundbar System with 8" Wireless Subwoofer and Dolby Atmos - Midnight Black
Get better audio with this Samsung Dolby Atmos sound bar. Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Amazon Alexa integration provide multiple methods of control and audio sources for easy streaming from anywhere. This Samsung Dolby Atmos sound bar has 7.1.4-channel surround support and uses Dolby Active technology to produce immersive high-fidelity audio throughout your living room.
 
Dolby Atmos is awesome
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: TechGuy
on October 20, 2019
Quality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Value
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Ease of Use
5.0 out of 5
5.0
I bought this soundbar to pair up with my Xbox because it features Dolby Atmos. I read several reviews that gave it good to glowing reviews. It's a solid soundbar and surprisingly heavy. The wireless subwoofer allows for placement anywhere you can fit it; small but potent. The only problem with the rears was finding speaker stands that could accommodate them. The Sanus Euro series EFSAT-B1 worked because I attached the speakers to the opposite side of their L shaped "T" bracket and positioned the triangular shaped based with one corner underneath the speaker to counter balance the weight of the speakers. Worked perfectly. After getting the subwoofer and the rears connected, I connected the Xbox to the HDMI in and HDMI ARC out to the tv. I went into the Xbox setup and verify that the Dolby Atmos would work. I played a video short for Warhammer and was blown away by the surround sound. Wow! It was definitely worth it despite some initial problems. Dolby Atmos brings a whole new dimension to game play.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: false
Length of ownership: 261
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 Amazon - Echo (2nd Gen) - Smart Speaker with Alexa - Dark Wood Walnut
Amazon - Echo (2nd Gen) - Smart Speaker with Alexa - Dark Wood Walnut
What is Echo Amazon Echo is a hands-free speaker you control with your voice. Echo connects to the Alexa Voice Service to play music, ask questions, make calls, send and receive messages, provide information, news, sports scores, weather, and more-instantly. All you have to do is ask.Echo is also an expertly tuned speaker that can fill any room with immersive sound. It has seven microphones and beamforming technology so it can hear you from across the room-even while music is playing. When you want to use Echo, just say the wake word "Alexa" and Echo responds instantly.
 
Alexa in the basement
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: TechGuy
on September 23, 2019
I put this Alexa in the basement and now we can control LIFX bulbs in our ceiling. A very straight-forward and easy process. Our next goal is to add other devices to control with Alexa. Great device!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: false
Length of ownership: 12
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From the Sanus Euro Foundations line, these distinctive speaker stands are as sleek and stylish as they are functional. Stable adjustable design is ideal for satellite and surround speakers.
 
Very good, could be better.
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: TechGuy
from Connecticut
on March 22, 2019
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I bought these for the satellite speakers of the Samsung Harmon Kardon HW-N950 soundbar even though I couldn't confirm with Sanus that they would work. Well, with some ingenuity, I did manage to use the stands with a simple reversal of a pair of the included mounting brackets. Instead of attaching the speakers to the front side of the "T" brackets which wouldn't work due to the position of the mounting hole, I attached them to the back side of the brackets and positioned the steel base to counter balance the speakers. It worked perfectly. The only other problem with the speaker stands is that openings for the speaker cord were to small for the speaker power cords from Samsung.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
+5points
5out of 5found this review helpful.
 
 BlackBerry - KEY2 LE with 64GB Memory Cell Phone (Unlocked) - Slate Gray
BlackBerry - KEY2 LE with 64GB Memory Cell Phone (Unlocked) - Slate Gray
Stay connected with this Blackberry KEY2 smartphone. Its Snapdragon processor and 4GB of RAM let you multitask smoothly, and the 64GB of internal memory provides plenty of room for photos and games. This Blackberry KEY2 smartphone has a full QWERTY keyboard to make it easy to compose texts and emails.
 
Android + BlackBerry = Privacy
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: TechGuy
from Connecticut
on January 29, 2019
Great combination of BlackBerry security and access to the Google Play Store. DTEK by BlackBerry monitors all your apps for any access violations and lets you control permissions to protect your privacy. Every phone should have it. BlackBerry Hub makes it easy to see all your communications and stay on top of your social media apps. If you value your privacy, this phone should be on your short list.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
 
 Sonos - Play:5 Wireless Speaker - Black Matte
Sonos - Play:5 Wireless Speaker - Black Matte
Experience powerful, finely tuned sound in your home with this black Sonos Play:5 wireless speaker. The three mid-woofers and three tweeters produce deep, crisp audio for complete immersion in a world of music, while the humidity-resistant design allows use near a bathroom or kitchen counter. This Sonos Play:5 wireless speaker has Wi-Fi connectivity, letting you stream your best tunes wirelessly.
 
Sonos, it just works as expected
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: TechGuy
on October 6, 2018
Bought two for a stereo pair in the bedroom. After using Truplay to adjust the sound to the room, sound is very satisfying. Easily paired to my existing Sonos system, of course. Another win for Sonos.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
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 Sonos - PLAY:3 Wireless Speaker for Streaming Music - Blanco
Sonos - PLAY:3 Wireless Speaker for Streaming Music - Blanco
Sonos PLAY:3 Wireless Speaker: Fill your home with rich, dynamic sound with Sonos Play:3, a speaker that's versatile enough to put just about anywhere. Position it horizontally or vertically for a perfect fit in tight spots around your home like on bookshelves or a nightstand.
 

What is the length of the power cord on the play:3? Where does the cord connect to the play:3 - on one side of the unit, or the middle? Can I see a picture of the back of the play:3 showing where the cord enters the unit?

The power cord connects on the right side when looking at the back; which works perfectly if you put them on a speaker stand like the Sanus.
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From the Sanus Euro Foundations line, these distinctive speaker stands are as sleek and stylish as they are functional. Stable adjustable design is ideal for satellite and surround speakers.
 

I have Samsung speakers weighing 4.4 lbs. Will this be compatible?

Yes. It works for the Samsung HW-N950 satellites which weigh 4.4 lbs. See my review for more info.
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