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HP - 24" Touch-Screen All-In-One - AMD Ryzen 3-Series - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD
Stay productive with this HP All-in-One desktop computer. The dual-core AMD Ryzen processor and 8GB of RAM smoothly handle numerous programs at once, while the 256GB SSD ensures speedy file storage and access. This HP All-in-One desktop computer has an AMD Radeon graphics card that delivers vivid visuals, and the four USB ports and single HDMI port offer flexible connectivity to various external devices.
Great entry level AIO... very happy with it.
Customer Rating
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
I was looking for an all-in-one for browsing, e-mail, and some light office functions. This HP 23.8" AMD Ryzen 3 Series PC fit the bill perfectly. I'll admit that I was hesitant when choosing a Ryzen 3 CPU, which would be more of an "entry level" chip in AMD's line. At the same time, I was looking for a good price point. Again, this PC was the right choice. Performance is snappy, the touch screen is very responsive, I can keep lots of browser tabs open at the same time without slowing down... just what I hoped for.
The built-in camera (HD, by the way) and mics work well for Zoom and Teams. HDMI output is a nice touch. Of course the key to happiness is matching the need to the solution... this is not for heavy duty gaming nor for content creation. Notice the port selection and make sure this entry level all-in-one matches your needs. For the niche it holds it is a great choice and a good value. I would buy it again.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 22
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Lenovo - Yoga 7i 2-in-1 14" Touch Screen Laptop - Intel Evo Platform Core i5 - 12GB Memory - 512GB Solid State Drive
The Lenovo™ Yoga™ 7i 14" combines versatile portability and enhanced productivity, thanks to the boundary-breaking performance and responsiveness of 11th generation Intel® Core™ i5 processors and vibrant FHD clarity with Intel® Iris® X graphics. Go anywhere with a sleek 2-in-1 metal chassis featuring thoughtful details including a webcam privacy shutter.
Very happy with Yoga 7i 14" purchase
Customer Rating
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
I'm very happy with my new Lenovo Yoga 7i 14" 2-in-1! Comfortable keyboard, crisp screen, responsive touch feature, very fast bootup, shutdown, and performance. I like the "dark moss" color as it is distinctive without being flashy. Good sound for a notebook. Build feels very solid and the weight is surprisingly light. I had a previous model in this line and it held up so well I knew I wanted the latest version of the same notebook. I'd make the same purchase again!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 26
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Maximize productivity in your small office with this 36 ppm* Brother wireless all-in-one laser printer. Its 50-sheet document feeder and two-sided scanning and photocopying capability save time spent flipping originals. This NFC-compatible Brother wireless all-in-one laser printer comes with one high-yield and one super-high-yield toner cartridge for up to 7500 pages of output.
Love my Brother MFC-L2750DW XL
Customer Rating
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
All the features I need at a very fair price. Love the automatic document feeder for scanning and copying... love the software for scanning, with all the options it includes. First page prints quickly. I really like the separation of the drum cartridge and the toner cartridge, unlike the combo units other brands use. This way I only replace toner when it runs out, rather than putting in toner AND a drum every time (drum only needs to be replaced after long, long use). Have had one at work and now have one at home... never experienced a paper jam. A reliable workhorse with great features.
About that "XL" at the end of the model number... that means it comes with one "high yield" toner cartridge AND one "super high yield" toner cartridge. The "XL" model costs $100 more than the same printer with a starter toner cartridge, the MFC-L2750DW... but buying the XL saves some money by discounting the extra toner in the box. The regular model lowers your initial investment for the same printer, and might be the way to go if you don't print that much each month. I print a fair amount so it was worth it for me to invest the extra $100 up front in order to save some money against future cartridge purchases.
Hope that helps!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 25
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Google - Pixel 5 5G 128GB (Unlocked)
What happens when you bring together the ultimate Google phone and the speed of 5G?* You get Pixel 5. The super fast Google phone at a helpful price.
Love my Pixel 5 and Google Fi service!
Customer Rating
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
I upgraded from a Pixel 3, so I am thrilled that the 5 is very close to the same size but has a screen that is .5" larger (due to reduced bezels). Great screen, terrific cameras and camera software... love the "Night Sight" low light camera performance. Fast performance, great display... I love the "pure Google" approach with monthly security updates and quick updates to subsequent Android versions. I was happy with my Pixel 3 and, strictly speaking, did not need to upgrade to the 5... but I'm glad I did for the sake of the larger screen and speedier processor in the same form factor.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 12
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Samsung - 860 EVO 500GB SATA 2.5" Internal Solid State Drive
Expand computer storage capacity with this Samsung EVO hard drive. Its solid-state architecture ensures fast startup times, and the 500GB provides plenty of space for photos, documents and music. This Samsung EVO hard drive has a read speed of up to 550MB/sec. and 520MB/sec. write for fast access to files and rapid data transfers. Speeds are consistent, even under heavy workloads and multi-tasking allowing for a faster file transfer. Benefit from faster, more fluid communication with your host system. The Samsung 860 EVO is specially designed to enhance performance of mainstream PCs and laptops.
Excellent SSD, Great Migration Software!
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
I have used SSD's from several vendors, and all the major brands seem good. The differentiator for me is Samsung's Data Migration software (which one downloads). Every time I have used it when replacing a mechanical HDD with a new SSD, the new drive boots correctly every time. Unfortunately, I've not had consistent success with migration / cloning software from other vendors, and I've wasted a lot of time figuring out what to do. The Samsung EVO 860 drives cost a bit more, but for me, the ease of cloning / migrating is worth it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 14
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Corel - WordPerfect Home & Student 2020 - Windows [Digital]
Connect to the user-friendly toolkit in the new and enhanced WordPerfect Office 2020 Home & Student suite. Build impressive documents, presentations, spreadsheets, reports and more with hundreds of free fonts and templates. Get the force and flexibility you need in the affordable all-in-one office suite.
WordPerfect Loyalist! Love the update.
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
I've used WordPerfect since its first DOS version, and while I also use Word, WP is always my first-choice. Reveal Codes makes it so easy to control and change formatting with confidence. For that reason alone WordPerfect would be my top choice. The 2020 update adds additional functionality to Reveal Codes, allows easier editing of footnotes and end notes, has improved PDF functions, and probably a lot of things I've not discovered. Did I mention that Reveal Codes is life-changing?! Keep in mind that I'm one of those people who think WP 6.2 for DOS was groundbreaking for its day, as it offered a GUI interface on DOS.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 20
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With the Logitech C270 Webcam, you can confidently join any video meeting knowing you’ll always have quality audio and video. Our most affordable camera, the C270 Webcam is an upgrade for your laptop or desktop with practical features that outperform most built-in laptop cameras. It supports crisp HD 720p/30 fps video calls with diagonal 55° field of view. Logitech’s RightLight technology adjusts to your lighting conditions, producing brighter images to help you look good even in low-light and backlit situations. And the noise-reducing mic makes sure your voice comes across clearly, even in busy environments.
Works well, great value
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
I needed webcams for a couple of family members -- one with a desktop PC and the other with a notebook in which the camera stopped working -- and this model did the job perfectly for both. I have to commend Best Buy for not raising webcam prices during the shortage, as others have done. Plug-and-play simple, even for novice users. You can get folks started easily by just opening the Camera app in Windows 10... once they see how easy it is they're ready to tackle Zoom, Teams, Skype, whatever.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 12
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Logitech 4K Pro Webcam supports enhanced video collaboration from any personal workspace at home or in the office. Ultra 4K HD renders video in outstanding resolution, color, and detail. RightLight 3 and High Dynamic Range (HDR) technologies auto-adjust to help you look your best in any lighting environment, from low light to direct sunlight. Integrated dual mics with noise-canceling technology that capture audio clearly from up to one meter away and make conversation natural and clear. The free Logi Tune desktop app simplifies webcam control, customization, firmware updates, and access to multiple diagonal-field-of-view presets to perfectly frame your video.
Added features are a plus
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
I bought this webcam in order to explore doing some videos for instructional purposes. The picture quality is excellent under all lighting conditions. Using the downloadable camera settings and capture software is the gateway to full usage of the three angles of vision, portrait or landscape mode, and even some rudimentary transition effects when recording from two sources. Well beyond what is needed for most applications, but its extra abilities and higher resolution open more possibilities for advanced users.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 11
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ASUS USB-AC53 Nano USB Wifi Adapter delivers an instant Plug and Play providing 802.11ac Wifi standard for desktops and laptops. The dual-band wireless AC1200 USB adapter features 2.4GHz and 5GHz connectivity coupled with MU-MIMO technology.
No hoopla here... it just works fine!
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
This is the kind of product that you never want to have to think about, and that's what ASUS has delivered. This WiFi adapter simply works, first time and every time... and in fact I'd forgotten it was even there. I have a solid WiFi signal in the room where it is used so I can't comment about its ability when the signal is weaker, or in a situation in which the machine is moved around. Nonetheless, it is fast and reliable for me and was a good value.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 276
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Samsung - 860 EVO 1TB Internal SATA 2.5" Solid State Drive
Upgrade a compatible computer with this Samsung 860 Evo series solid-state drive. Its 1TB of memory provides plenty of room for game downloads, work archives or media files, and the maximum 550MB/s read and 520MB/s write speeds support quick data transfers. This Samsung 860 Evo series solid-state drive is compatible with SATA 6 Gb/s, 3 Gb/s and 1.5 Gb/s interfaces. Speeds are consistent, even under heavy workloads and multi-tasking allowing for a faster file transfer. Benefit from faster, more fluid communication with your host system. The Samsung 860 EVO is specially designed to enhance performance of mainstream PCs and laptops.
Easy cloning process
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
I have used a few different brands of SSDs and have often run into various challenges in the cloning process. I've settled on Samsung drives now because their data migration software (which needs to be downloaded) has worked perfectly for me each and every time I've upgraded a PC to an SSD. They cost a bit more than some of the other brands but the time and irritation I've saved with a smooth cloning process makes the extra dollars well worth it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 276
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Complete printing jobs efficiently with this Brother wireless all-in-one laser printer. It produces up to 36 ppm*, and its single-pass, double-sided copying and scanning functions provide fast multipage operation via its 50-sheet automatic document feeder. Create and access shortcut tasks easily via the 2.7-inch touch-screen display of this NFC-compatible Brother wireless all-in-one laser printer.
ASUS - RT-AC1200 V2 AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router - Black
Stream videos smoothly with this ASUS Wi-Fi router. The four external antennas provide coverage over a wide area, while the dual-band reception offers fast and stable connectivity at speeds of up to 1200 Mbps. This ASUS Wi-Fi router is compatible with the ASUS Router mobile app for easy customization, and advanced parental controls let you monitor and regulate your children's internet use.
Can i configure this without internet? Internet is not available in our are yet . I want it to connect to my mobile hotspot and use it to control a security camera, Irobot vaccume and a wireless printer
It’s your day —own it with Samsung Galaxy Watch6. From the gym to the office, our large display keeps you in the know with simple navigation and a super easy-to-read screen. Work out smarter with personalized heart rate zones, and get insights for better rest with Advanced Sleep Coaching. Stay connected by using Galaxy Watch6 to call, text, play music and get notifications on the go. Plus, wherever the day takes you, own your look with a variety of customizable Watch bands and faces. Unlock your day’s full potential with Galaxy Watch6.
I want to purchase this for my son so I can track him on the GPS and also call/text him. Is this a problem if he does not have a phone to sync to? I have a watch paired to my phone already. Can i call/text him from my phone to his synced watch of same pho
I am assuming that your final sentence was going to say, "of same phone number?" If that is what you were asking, I'm 99% sure that the answer is "no." I'm doubtful that you can sync two watches to the same phone to begin with... but that's not the main obstacle. Even if you could, both watches would share the same phone number as the phone, and you can't call yourself; your call will take you to your voicemail box if you do.
For this to work, I believe you'd have to have a separate cell phone for your son, with its own number... and then the watch could make and receive calls independently even when the son's phone is somewhere else. Note that some functions depend upon the phone and watch being paired and connected to each other through Bluetooth.
Don't know about GPS tracking of his watch by your phone....
For this to work, I believe you'd have to have a separate cell phone for your son, with its own number... and then the watch could make and receive calls independently even when the son's phone is somewhere else. Note that some functions depend upon the phone and watch being paired and connected to each other through Bluetooth.
Don't know about GPS tracking of his watch by your phone....
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It’s your day —own it with Samsung Galaxy Watch6. From the gym to the office, our large display keeps you in the know with simple navigation and a super easy-to-read screen. Work out smarter with personalized heart rate zones, and get insights for better rest with Advanced Sleep Coaching. Stay connected by using Galaxy Watch6 to call, text, play music and get notifications on the go. Plus, wherever the day takes you, own your look with a variety of customizable Watch bands and faces. Unlock your day’s full potential with Galaxy Watch6.
What does unlocked mean which is the other option next to BT (Blue Tooth)?
"Unlocked" means that the cellular capability of this watch (LTE) is not limited to a specific cell service provider. Some cell providers "lock" a watch or a phone to their specific service, to incentivize you to stay with them, usually in exchange for a discount on the price of the device. This watch will work with most any cell service provider.
That being said... check on the details of your cell plan to see if they charge a monthly fee for adding an LTE watch. You want to be sure you know that before setting up the watch. My plan allows my LTE service to be shared by the watch without additional charge; I'd have thought twice about an LTE watch if I had to pay an extra $5 or $10 a month for using it on my cell plan. Actually, I'd probably have switched to a different cell service rather than paying an extra fee.
Hope that helps!
That being said... check on the details of your cell plan to see if they charge a monthly fee for adding an LTE watch. You want to be sure you know that before setting up the watch. My plan allows my LTE service to be shared by the watch without additional charge; I'd have thought twice about an LTE watch if I had to pay an extra $5 or $10 a month for using it on my cell plan. Actually, I'd probably have switched to a different cell service rather than paying an extra fee.
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ASUS - RT-AC1200 V2 AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Router - Black
Stream videos smoothly with this ASUS Wi-Fi router. The four external antennas provide coverage over a wide area, while the dual-band reception offers fast and stable connectivity at speeds of up to 1200 Mbps. This ASUS Wi-Fi router is compatible with the ASUS Router mobile app for easy customization, and advanced parental controls let you monitor and regulate your children's internet use.
Lenovo - Yoga 7i 16" WUXGA 2 in 1 Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i7-1355U - 16GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Storm Grey
Yoga 7i delivers the flexibility to create in your mode of chocie with this 2-in-1 convertible comfort edge design.
ONLY after purchasing the Lonovo Yoga 7i, I could not connect to the internet using my existing ethernet cable and was advised that I must purchase an adapter to for this connection. What make, model, or other specifications are required?
Just about any "dongle" that adapts an RJ-45 ethernet cable to a USB male plug will work. You could choose one with either a USB-A male plug or a USB-C male plug, depending upon which port you'd like to use on the Yoga 7i. So long as the adapter says it is compatible with Windows it will work fine. These are very standard these days, as fewer laptops are thick enough to accommodate a full-size RJ-45 port.
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Lenovo - Yoga 7i 16" WUXGA 2 in 1 Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i7-1355U - 16GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Storm Grey
Yoga 7i delivers the flexibility to create in your mode of chocie with this 2-in-1 convertible comfort edge design.
Lenovo - Yoga 7i 16" WUXGA 2 in 1 Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i7-1355U - 16GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Storm Grey
Yoga 7i delivers the flexibility to create in your mode of chocie with this 2-in-1 convertible comfort edge design.
Did they solder on the RAM and forget to add a second slot so no one can ever upgrade?
RAM is not expandable for the Lenovo Yoga 7i laptop. That is becoming standard in laptops these days. Eliminating the expansion socket saves room on the motherboard (and probably saves manufacturing cost as well). It is important to buy a model with enough RAM not just for today but for five years from now.
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Lenovo - Yoga 7i 16" WUXGA 2 in 1 Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i7-1355U - 16GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Storm Grey
Yoga 7i delivers the flexibility to create in your mode of chocie with this 2-in-1 convertible comfort edge design.
Does Lenovo yogi have a virus protection system built in or does it need to be purchased?
All Windows computers include "Windows Defender," which provides some basic protection. However, it is prudent to install some form of additional antivirus software. You can turn to web sites like CNET or ZDNET or PCMAG or others to find recommendations for highly-rated antivirus programs. At the very least, I'd recommend that you install the most highly-rated free antivirus software. If you are careful about the web sites you visit and careful not to open e-mail attachments, the free anti-virus program might be reasonable. If several people use the computer I'd buy a top-rated, proactive program. Hope that helps!
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Connect your devices to the internet with this Wi-Fi 6 NETGEAR Nighthawk wireless router. Data transfer rates of up to 2.4 Gbps enable fluid content streaming, while the four LAN ports support cabled network connections. This dual-band NETGEAR Nighthawk wireless router features a 1.5GHz triple-core processor to boost performance, and the WPA3 security protocol helps secure your network. Includes a 1-year NETGEAR Armor all-in-one internet security subscription.
Is this a wireless router
Yes, the Netgear Nighthawk AX2400 is a dual band WiFi Router. You plug in your internet source (cable modem, DSL modem, or wired internet connection and this router creates WiFi access fed by your internet source. It also has four wired ports on the back. It broadcasts a 2.4 GHz signal and a 5 GHz signal. You can use the pre-set network names (SSID's) or you can create your own. I replaced an older wireless router with this one and I'm pleased with how well it works. Hope that helps!
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