SSSS
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- First ReviewJuly 20, 2018
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Oster - Air Fryer Toaster Oven - Black
Prepare entrees and side dishes with this Oster toaster oven with air fryer. The two-position rack lets you adjust the layout to accommodate different-sized items, and the 22L interior holds family-size portions. This Oster toaster oven with air fryer includes a mesh basket for easy cleanup, and the 60-minute timer alerts you when the cooking process is finished.
200 years ago...
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: SSSS
on January 26, 2020
Quality
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Value
5.0
...This thing would not work! No electricity except for the kind where Benjamin Franklin and his kite were concerned. Having said something ridiculous to get your attention I shall now be serious.
Oster's Air Fryer Toaster Oven (aka the OAFTO) is fantastico! Superb-A-Mundo! Excellente'! Totally bitchin', dude!
It does exactly what it claims to do. Cooks and cooks well. The timer works. The temperature settings in nigh on spot on (checked it myself with a gauge!) and here's something it never claimed that it does well.
Chicken wings? Check!
Steak? Check!
French Fries and Tator Tots? Double check?
Ice Cream? Ummmm...Don't ask. ;-)
Steak? Check!
French Fries and Tator Tots? Double check?
Ice Cream? Ummmm...Don't ask. ;-)
Makes me happy I bought it. Highly recommended? Indeed.
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 38
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Roku - Ultra 4K Streaming Media Player with JBL Headphones and Enhanced Voice Remote - Black
Watch free or paid content over the Internet in 4K resolution with this Roku Ultra TV streaming player. The dual-band channel supports wireless streaming, while the enhanced voice remote enables hands-free operation and lets you create personal shortcut buttons. This Roku Ultra HD TV streaming player includes JBL headphones to enjoy your content privately and an Ethernet port for a wired connection.
No thank you, Roku!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Customer Rating
1.0
Posted by: SSSS
on January 12, 2020
Value
1.0
Look, I despise being MADE to give out PII (Personally Identifiable Information) and on top of that my credit card # and code for sue but that is exactly what Roku demands for setup of this device.
Not comfortable with doing that at all and so I returned it the next day. To Hades with that.
I think Roku does it so they can get a kickback from service provides by billing them "for you". Again, no thank you, Roku.
So long as this is the way they are playing, I ain't playing. If this doesn't bother you, fine. I imagine it's a good choice although I must admit that I NEVER claim to "love" an inanimate object like this device but here we have people saying they "love it!". Pfffffft! I reserve love for family, friends and maybe pets, but a Roku streaming device? Ridiculous.
I'm taking my credit card and PII and going home to listen to music instead of watching stupid TV.
For the record, this was to be for my wife. I HATE television, LOL! I do NOT recommend this at all.
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Length of ownership: 14
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REVV - Coffee Variety Pack K-Cup Pods (42-Pack)
Brew robust, bold beverages with this REVV Keurig K-Cup Pod dark roast variety pack. Three different blends let you choose the right amount of kick for any time of day, and the 42-count pack makes it easy to keep your kitchen stocked. This REVV Keurig K-Cup Pod dark roast variety pack works with Keurig coffee makers, so you can prepare delicious coffee one cup at a time.
Caffeineated goodness inside a box, inside...
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: SSSS
on January 5, 2020
Quality
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Value
5.0
...a K-Cup.
Family and friends say it tastes great and isn't filling at all. Gets you going in the morning. Or midday. Or whenever.
It's like Christmas in a cup except it's not, LOL!
Recommended-A-Mundo!
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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ION Audio - Sport Go Tailgate Portable PA Speaker - Black
Improve barbecues and pool parties with this ION Audio Sport Go portable Bluetooth speaker. Featuring a 4-inch woofer and a wide-dispersion tweeter, this Bluetooth speaker delivers high-fidelity audio and boasts a microphone input for karaoke. This ION Audio Sport Go portable Bluetooth speaker offers up to 50 hours of playback per charge and has a USB port for recharging mobile devices.
This little speaker has...
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: SSSS
on January 5, 2020
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
...Survived being used by my son! At home! At work! At the desert! In the mountains! At the beach! And...Get ready for it...
...In the back yard!
It works GREAT! What more can anyone ask from it than to do well that which it was designed to do?
Highly recommended!
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I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: false
Length of ownership: 35
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Denon - HEOS 7HS2 Wireless Speaker - Black
Pick up the tempo of any party with this Denon Electronics powered speaker. This exceptional speaker plays music from the cloud, your phone or tablet, with additional USB ports for convenience and versatility. Digital signal processing, five custom drivers, two passive radiators and five Class D amplifiers let you rock out in high style with the Denon Electronics powered speaker.
Once more...With feeeeeeeeling.
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: SSSS
on January 5, 2020
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
As a seasoned citizen getting closer and closer to being able to retire, I admit to wanting to downsize a bit. But, not in the case of quality.
Along with a pair of the HEOS5S2 speakers I bought a pair of these beauties. Setup was once again, easy and I replaced a massive pair of JBL towers and Martin Logan powered sub in a bedroom turned listening area with just ONE of these speakers.
Pandora? Check!
SiriusXM? Check!
Amazon Music Unlimited Ultra HD? Check!
The Great American Songbook
station out of the Netherlands? Check!
station out of the Netherlands? Check!
Music on my phone via either WiFI (preferred)
or Blootoof? Check!
or Blootoof? Check!
Music off any of my computers? Check!
A bazillion internet radio stations from around the world? Check!
And more! Don't have a Denon HEOS equipped AV Reciever (mine is the 4300 model!) ? Not a problem because each of the speakers in the HEOS family can be used as a standalone unit or grouped however you desire them to be via the easy to use HEOS application!
I am thoroughly pleased with both of my HEOS 7HS2 speakers and like all my Denon products, I highly recommend them.
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 14
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Denon - HEOS 5 HS2 Wireless Speaker - Black
Listen to your favorite music with the Denon HEOS 5 speaker. Inside are two custom-designed tweeters, a passive radiator and two mid-woofers, delivering a hi-fi-audio experience. The singular form and handle let you transport it anywhere with ease, and the Denon HEOS 5 speaker wirelessly streams music from your phone, tablet, cloud, USB and NAS.
These speakers and Heos as well are...
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: SSSS
on January 2, 2020
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
...Are EXCELLENT!
Look. I am a big fan of internet radio and streaming music and I was all set buy some of the wonderful Bose Soundtouch series for my home, but...
..But I already own a Denon HEOS equipped AV Receiver and two HEOS 1 HS2 speakers. These 5 HS2 models are just as capable but with a superior compliment of powered drivers. The sound is most excellent and even more important, they don't upset my wife with their looks in the living room.
They play my Pandora, SiriusXM and a bunch of internet radios stations that cost nothing and add enjoyment to my life. I recently started a subscription to Amazon Music HD and Ultra HD and all the HEOS HS2 series are capable of playing these lossless files and I can attest that said files are reproduced via these HEOS speakers superbly!
So then...What more can you ask? Well for starters each speaker can be used alone or in a group. Each speaker doesn't need anything other than electricity and the app on your phone. I have a Denon HEOS equpped speaker but it is NOT required to use these speakers! That means you get the benefits of these excellent speakers as standalone units.
Yup. You can even play different stations on different speakers in different rooms at the same time. If you choose to play the same music to all speakers throughout your home they are all (in my case at least!) perfectly synchronized. No lag as it uses your WiFI not blootoof. But you can use blootoof if you want and it works just fine with the exception of possible lag when it's to more than one speaker at a time.
Setup was a bit time consuming but that was due to a problem connecting via bluetooth as the manual asks you to do, so I went the other route and connected directly to a wireless extender via Cat 6 cable and BAZINGA! Superb-A-Mundo! It really is that easy-peasy-macn-n-cheesy. I highly recommend these and all HEOS products.
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 18
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The Bishop's Wife [DVD] [1947]
A film for the ages...
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: SSSS
on December 20, 2019
I bought this for my brother and his wife as it is one of their favorite movies. I already have a copy and like me, they think the world of this film.
Two words - Cary Grant.
Skip the ridiculous remake, "The Preacher's Wife", that film can't hold a candle to the original and that in spite of what I heard is an excellent performance by Mr. Washington.
This film has great performances all around and the film exudes the Christmas spirit back when Hollyweird was still Hollywood. Highly recommended?
You betcha.
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 12
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Pioneer - NTSC Universal Backup Camera - Black
The ND-BC8 Universal Rearview / Backup Camera is compatible with Pioneer A/V and Navigation in-dash receivers that feature a rear-view camera input. The ND-BC8 features a wide-angle 129 degree horizontal and 105-degree vertical view with more than 300,000-pixel resolution for detailed imagery. The ND-BC8 features a CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) sensor that delivers improved resolution and glare reduction during daytime use with improved low-light capability for nighttime use.
Ummmm...
Customer Rating
2.0
Posted by: SSSS
on December 9, 2019
Quality
2.0
Value
1.0
Ease of Use
2.0
It was beautifully installed but the viewing angle is RIDICULOUSLY W I D E!!!!
This pretty much makes it useless except for checking cross traffic but everything and everyone is shown as being waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay far away. Perceived depth is horrid.
Not recommended, but again the installation job was excellent!
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Mobile Submission: false
Length of ownership: 36
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Kenwood - 7" - Android Auto/Apple® CarPlay™ - Built-in Bluetooth - In-Dash Digital Media Receiver - Black
Turn your smartphone into an entertainment controller with this Kenwood digital multimedia receiver. USB Rapid Charge devices charge faster than average and, because of Bluetooth phone pairing, you can play audio on two devices at once. The iDatalink Maestro RR on this Kenwood digital multimedia receiver lets you seamlessly interface with satellite radio.Geek Squad® installation is strongly recommended for this product. Please visit your local Best Buy store for details.
Great unit except for...
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: SSSS
on December 8, 2019
Ease of Use
1.0
Quality
3.0
Value
4.0
...I keep having to plug and unplug the USB to get the phone to work!
That may be a problem with the Maestro interface (and I have spoken with other Mustang owners that have not suffered this insufferable problem!) but I know it is not the phone as it works just fine with my Dodge Ram. I cannot call and it refuses to read text messages which does not happen with my Android Auto capable OEM radio in my Ram. It is very frustrating.
But otherwise, the unit is excellent! If anyone else has this problem and knows what the heck is going on, I hope to read it here. I am getting ready to return the unit and upgrade to a more expensive model just to get this problem to go away!
This phone problem is the ONLY reason I cannot recommend an otherwise great product. Maybe if I upgrade to a more expensive unit I will be able to use it as it is intended?! I like Kenwood but this radio is driving me nutso, LOL!
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: false
Length of ownership: 35
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The Wizard of Oz [SteelBook] [Includes Digital Copy] [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray] [Only @ Best Buy] [1939]
I know video...
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: SSSS
on November 9, 2019
Because I have well over a thousand titles from the 1930s on to the present in a variety of formats from Laser Disc to VHS to S-VHS to DVD, Blu Ray and now UHD Blu Ray.
I have the 50th Anniversary Edition of this same film (from the universally regard year as the BEST for movies, 1939) on Laser Disc and this version is even better!
It used to be that the Wizard of Oz came on TV once a year and that night was so special that no matter where we were or what we were doing, our family would stop to watch this gorgeous classic. From the sepia toned opening to the gorgeous color appear when the door to her home opens onto Munchkin Land, this film does not nothing short of warm the heart and soul.
Buy it.
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Mobile Submission: false
Length of ownership: 11
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Samsung - Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G 512GB (Unlocked)
Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G is crafted so you don’t need to choose between video and photo. With a single tap, you can pull super-clear stills straight from high-resolution 8K video. Or if you’re looking to capture stunning photos, the 108MP camera feels like you’ve brought your own professional studio with you. Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G, designed to be epic in every way.
Does Samsung in general and this model in particular work well with Android Auto? My Motorola Z3 Play is awful in this regard and I am thinking of returning to Apple because of that. Thanks!
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Motorola - Edge 256GB (Unlocked) 2021 - Nebula Blue
The Motorola edge is the perfect combination of a high-quality 6.8” Max Vision display that lets you watch shows on the largest display in its class. The insanely fast 144Hz refresh rate looks super smooth. Plus, true-to-life colors with improved brightness and contrast.
Does this work with Android Auto or not? The reason i ask is that I have a Motorla Z3 Play that doesn't play well with Android Auto at ALL. I had an iPhone and may go back but want to know about this model and Android Auto. Thanks!
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Definitive Technology - 4.1-Channel Studio 3D Mini Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer, Dolby Atmos/DTS:X, HEOS Wireless Audio. - Black
At less than two inches tall, the slim and compact Studio 3D Mini Sound Bar delivers powerful home theater and virtual surround sound with sonic precision and deep, accurate bass from the 8” long-throw wireless subwoofer. Features a six-driver array - (4) four 1’ x 3” racetrack drivers and (2) two 1” aluminum dome tweeters for powerful, 3D virtual surround sound. Experience theater-grade audio quality with this 4.1 channel soundbar system that supports DTS:X and Dolby Atmos for impactful, 3D surround sound. Watch 4K and HDR video (HDR10 and Dolby Vision) with the HDMI video section of the Studio 3D Mini via 1 HDMI input and 1 HDMI output (eARC). Maximize your home theater and enjoy hi-res, high dynamic range, cinematic-quality video content. Access millions of available songs from the popular streaming apps or stream the music of your choice from your own digital library with built-in HEOS.
As this soundbar/subwoofer are HEOS compatible will they also be able to utilize Denon Home 150 speakers as wireless rear channels for surround? If so, that would be great!
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Denon - Home Sound Bar 550 with 3D Audio, Dolby Atmos & DTS:X, Built-in HEOS & Alexa - Black
Upgrade your movie and music experience with the 4.0 Channel Denon Home Sound Bar 550 that features a 26” compact profile and delivers powerful, balanced audio. With a six-array driver arrangement - premium .75" soft dome tweeters, 2.15" full-range drivers, and 2.15" x 3.5" passive radiators, the sound bar delivers immersive 3D surround sound in hi-res audio formats like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X for theater grade surround sound. The sound bar supports 4K video quality, Dolby Vision and HDR for an extraordinary cinematic experience with stunning, nuanced contrast, detailed imaging, and brilliant colors and depth. Access millions of available songs from the popular streaming apps or wirelessly stream the music of your choice from your own digital library with built-in HEOS. With built-in Alexa, the sound bar supports effortless voice control that allows you to control volume, inputs, audio levels, and audio modes with just simple voice commands. The sound bar also allows hands-free control through Home Automation Systems like Control4, Crestron, URC, Elan, and more. With a quick-setup guide and all the necessary cables included, set up your sound bar in minutes and enjoy room-filling audio.
Would you please tell me what wireless Denon subwoofer(s) are compatible with this soundbar and the two Denon Home 150s I plan to use for the rear channels? Thank you!
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Denon - Home Sound Bar 550 with 3D Audio, Dolby Atmos & DTS:X, Built-in HEOS & Alexa - Black
Upgrade your movie and music experience with the 4.0 Channel Denon Home Sound Bar 550 that features a 26” compact profile and delivers powerful, balanced audio. With a six-array driver arrangement - premium .75" soft dome tweeters, 2.15" full-range drivers, and 2.15" x 3.5" passive radiators, the sound bar delivers immersive 3D surround sound in hi-res audio formats like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X for theater grade surround sound. The sound bar supports 4K video quality, Dolby Vision and HDR for an extraordinary cinematic experience with stunning, nuanced contrast, detailed imaging, and brilliant colors and depth. Access millions of available songs from the popular streaming apps or wirelessly stream the music of your choice from your own digital library with built-in HEOS. With built-in Alexa, the sound bar supports effortless voice control that allows you to control volume, inputs, audio levels, and audio modes with just simple voice commands. The sound bar also allows hands-free control through Home Automation Systems like Control4, Crestron, URC, Elan, and more. With a quick-setup guide and all the necessary cables included, set up your sound bar in minutes and enjoy room-filling audio.
Can Denon's Home 150 wireless speakers be set up as wireless rear surrounds for the Home Sound Bar 550?
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ASUS - Q507IQ 15.6" Touch-Screen Laptop - AMD Ryzen 7 - 8GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce MX350 - 256GB SSD - Light Gray
Q507IQ-202.BL ASUS Laptop
My first version of this laptop was great with the exception of the touchscreen becoming non-op at random moments. Frustrating. So I returned it and got another one. Well...This one does the exact same thing. Is this an ASUS thing? Help please!
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HP - ENVY x360 2-in-1 15.6" Touch-Screen Laptop - AMD Ryzen 7 - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Nightfall Black
HP ENVY x360 Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Stay productive on the go with this HP Envy X360 convertible laptop. Featuring an AMD Ryzen 7 processor and 8GB of RAM, this computer loads applications fast. This HP Envy X360 convertible laptop has a 512GB SSD stores plenty of files and provides fast booting, while the 360-degree hinge offers easy conversion between laptop and tablet modes.
Is the battery replaceable and by that I mean is it or is it not hard soldered to the motherboard or does it have a ribbon cable with Molex connector to the board? How many RAM slots are there and what is max ram (and type) I can install, please?
4 years, 7 months ago
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HP - ENVY x360 2-in-1 13.3" Touchscreen Laptop - Intel Evo Platform - Intel Core i7 - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Pale Gold
Bring vibrant visuals to your screen anywhere, anytime with the versatility of a 360 degree hinge, long battery life and simultaneous pen and touch support.
Since the RAM is hard soldered on, can the battery be replaced or not, please? Thank you!
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Lenovo - IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 2-in-1 14" Touch-Screen Laptop - AMD Ryzen 7 - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Graphite Gray
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Get your projects done with this Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 two-in-one laptop. The 512GB SSD provides high-performance storage, while AMD Radeon graphics produce detailed visuals on the 14-inch Full HD touchscreen. This Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 two-in-one laptop boasts an AMD Ryzen 7 processor and 8GB of RAM for responsive multitasking, and the bendback design offers flexibility.
Can the battery be replaced or not? Thank you!
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Samsung - Galaxy Book Flex Alpha 2-in-1 13.3" QLED Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i7 - 12GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Royal Silver
Samsung Galaxy Book Flex a Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Stay productive at work with this Samsung Galaxy Book Flex laptop. The Intel UHD integrated graphics render vivid visuals on the 13.3-inch Full HD touch screen, while the 512GB SSD ensures speedy file storage and access. This Samsung Galaxy Book Flex laptop has an Intel Core i7 processor and 12GB of RAM for running multiple programs at once.
Since I returned this I've yet to see Samsung address my concerns about it. It kept locking up requiring a hard-boot? Why? The speakers were horrid? Why? And is the battery replaceable or not? Still looking for a new laptop. Gave my son an iPad Air.
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Step into the future of home stereo music with the Marantz Model M1 wireless streaming amplifier. Delivering an impressive 125W per channel at 4 Ohms or 100W at 8 Ohms, this powerhouse ensures your speakers reproduce accurate sound without any distortion. The amplifier's versatility allows you to play music in multiple ways. Whether it's through Apple Airplay 2, Bluetooth, USB, RCA input, TOSLINK, or HDMI input, the options are endless. Audiophiles can experience high-resolution audio playback over network, streaming services, and USB, with support for 24-bit/192kHz PCM and DSD audio files. With built-in HEOS play wireless streaming from your favorite streaming services like Spotify, Pandora, TIDAL, and more. Leveraging the powerful built-in HEOS, you can use multiple MODEL M1s to create a multi-zone music distribution system. Alternatively, pair this Marantz amplifier with your existing HEOS-enabled Marantz Hi-Fi or home theater system. Enhance your TV viewing experience with Dolby Digital +, delivering high-quality sound from TV sources. Plus, HDMI (eARC) ensures high bandwidth and minimum compression, transmitting audio signals from your TV to the amplifier without any lag. And not just on sound, the Model M1 also excels in design, featuring a sleek metal grill top design that enhances the aesthetics of any room. Install the amplifier discreetly with the threaded mounting point, ensuring it blends seamlessly into your home decor. Rest assured knowing that the amplifier's highly efficient thermal management system prevents overheating, making it ideal for hassle-free multi-room music playback. Experience the perfect fusion of performance, versatility, and design with the Marantz MODEL M1 amplifier.
This amp also acts as a streamer, doesn't it? I don't need to pair another streamer to it, correct?
Yes. The Marantz Model M1 is a combination Amplifier with built-in HEOS controlled streamer. You do not need anything other than a pair of passive (i.e., not self powered) speakers and if you wish, a powered subwoofer. The M1 is 2.1 channel ready (i.e., 2 speakers and a powered sub). Thank you!
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Step into the future of home stereo music with the Marantz Model M1 wireless streaming amplifier. Delivering an impressive 125W per channel at 4 Ohms or 100W at 8 Ohms, this powerhouse ensures your speakers reproduce accurate sound without any distortion. The amplifier's versatility allows you to play music in multiple ways. Whether it's through Apple Airplay 2, Bluetooth, USB, RCA input, TOSLINK, or HDMI input, the options are endless. Audiophiles can experience high-resolution audio playback over network, streaming services, and USB, with support for 24-bit/192kHz PCM and DSD audio files. With built-in HEOS play wireless streaming from your favorite streaming services like Spotify, Pandora, TIDAL, and more. Leveraging the powerful built-in HEOS, you can use multiple MODEL M1s to create a multi-zone music distribution system. Alternatively, pair this Marantz amplifier with your existing HEOS-enabled Marantz Hi-Fi or home theater system. Enhance your TV viewing experience with Dolby Digital +, delivering high-quality sound from TV sources. Plus, HDMI (eARC) ensures high bandwidth and minimum compression, transmitting audio signals from your TV to the amplifier without any lag. And not just on sound, the Model M1 also excels in design, featuring a sleek metal grill top design that enhances the aesthetics of any room. Install the amplifier discreetly with the threaded mounting point, ensuring it blends seamlessly into your home decor. Rest assured knowing that the amplifier's highly efficient thermal management system prevents overheating, making it ideal for hassle-free multi-room music playback. Experience the perfect fusion of performance, versatility, and design with the Marantz MODEL M1 amplifier.
High pass for sub out?
I believe the Marantz Model M1 has a low pass filter for the sub out and a high pass filter for the main speakers. The unit is 2.1 ready! The sub out level should be easily accessed and controled via the HEOS screen for "now playing". I hope this helps and if there is any error on my part perhaps the Marantz folks will assist.
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Step into the future of home stereo music with the Marantz Model M1 wireless streaming amplifier. Delivering an impressive 125W per channel at 4 Ohms or 100W at 8 Ohms, this powerhouse ensures your speakers reproduce accurate sound without any distortion. The amplifier's versatility allows you to play music in multiple ways. Whether it's through Apple Airplay 2, Bluetooth, USB, RCA input, TOSLINK, or HDMI input, the options are endless. Audiophiles can experience high-resolution audio playback over network, streaming services, and USB, with support for 24-bit/192kHz PCM and DSD audio files. With built-in HEOS play wireless streaming from your favorite streaming services like Spotify, Pandora, TIDAL, and more. Leveraging the powerful built-in HEOS, you can use multiple MODEL M1s to create a multi-zone music distribution system. Alternatively, pair this Marantz amplifier with your existing HEOS-enabled Marantz Hi-Fi or home theater system. Enhance your TV viewing experience with Dolby Digital +, delivering high-quality sound from TV sources. Plus, HDMI (eARC) ensures high bandwidth and minimum compression, transmitting audio signals from your TV to the amplifier without any lag. And not just on sound, the Model M1 also excels in design, featuring a sleek metal grill top design that enhances the aesthetics of any room. Install the amplifier discreetly with the threaded mounting point, ensuring it blends seamlessly into your home decor. Rest assured knowing that the amplifier's highly efficient thermal management system prevents overheating, making it ideal for hassle-free multi-room music playback. Experience the perfect fusion of performance, versatility, and design with the Marantz MODEL M1 amplifier.
This amp also acts as a streamer, doesn't it? I don't need to pair another streamer to it, correct?
Yes. The Marantz M1 is an excellent Stereo Amplifier with a built-in HEOS streamer for use with a pair of passive speakers!
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Smoke, grease and cooking odors have no place in your kitchen. But neither do bulky hood vents that overpower your design sensibilities. LG STUDIO wall-mounted hood vents offer a streamlined, low-profile look that occupies minimal visual space, paired with a professional-grade 600 CFM blower that delivers ultimate air movement. The theme of powerful performance and refined style continues, with dual level LED lighting that brilliantly illuminates the cooktop surface and sophisticated, touch controls. Available in 30” and 36” widths in elegant black stainless steel; classic stainless steel finish.
Can the wifi feature be disabled or turned off?
I never activated mine so as near as I can tell if it doesn't have access to your WiFi, that feature is not on.
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Hisense - 65" Class U8 Series Mini-LED QLED 4K UHD Smart Google TV (2023)
The Award-winning Hisense U8 Series Mini-LED TV just got even better. With Peak Brightness 1500 and more than double the local dimming zones as last year, along with Quantum Dot Color, Dolby Vision HDR, and Low Reflecton panel technology, the U8 delivers unmatched brightness, contrast and detail. And, with Dolby Atmos and an upgraded 50w 2.1.2 multi-channel audio system, the U8 creates an immersive cinema experience in your home. In additon, the U8 is compatible with the new Wifi 6E router protocol and includes a NEXTGEN TV ATSC 3.0 tuner making the U8 virtually future-proof. With the Google TV OS and Hands-Free Voice Control, searching for and playing all your favorite content is simple and seamless. Just say “Hey Google”. The U8 also got more upgrades for the gaming enthusiast including a 144Hz VRR panel, Dolby Vision Gaming and FreeSync Premium Pro for an enhanced gaming experience. And, be2er also just got bigger with the U8H now available in an 85” screen size.
Can this unit be wall mounted?
Yes of course! You just need to get a VESA standard wall mount for it. Go into your local Best Buy and they will help you right there. If it is not in stock they can order it for you and have it sent to your home or to the store for pick up.
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Hisense - 65" Class U8 Series Mini-LED QLED 4K UHD Smart Google TV (2023)
The Award-winning Hisense U8 Series Mini-LED TV just got even better. With Peak Brightness 1500 and more than double the local dimming zones as last year, along with Quantum Dot Color, Dolby Vision HDR, and Low Reflecton panel technology, the U8 delivers unmatched brightness, contrast and detail. And, with Dolby Atmos and an upgraded 50w 2.1.2 multi-channel audio system, the U8 creates an immersive cinema experience in your home. In additon, the U8 is compatible with the new Wifi 6E router protocol and includes a NEXTGEN TV ATSC 3.0 tuner making the U8 virtually future-proof. With the Google TV OS and Hands-Free Voice Control, searching for and playing all your favorite content is simple and seamless. Just say “Hey Google”. The U8 also got more upgrades for the gaming enthusiast including a 144Hz VRR panel, Dolby Vision Gaming and FreeSync Premium Pro for an enhanced gaming experience. And, be2er also just got bigger with the U8H now available in an 85” screen size.
Does my Total Tech cover me returning this TV or not? I just reset it to wipe out my streaming services. I give up. Hisense has not done squat for me. I am still a fan of Best Buy, just not this TV.
Hisense sent me an email a couple of weeks ago and said they would contact me. So far not a word. This is NOT Best Buy's problem. It belongs to Hisense.
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Hisense - 65" Class U8 Series Mini-LED QLED 4K UHD Smart Google TV (2023)
The Award-winning Hisense U8 Series Mini-LED TV just got even better. With Peak Brightness 1500 and more than double the local dimming zones as last year, along with Quantum Dot Color, Dolby Vision HDR, and Low Reflecton panel technology, the U8 delivers unmatched brightness, contrast and detail. And, with Dolby Atmos and an upgraded 50w 2.1.2 multi-channel audio system, the U8 creates an immersive cinema experience in your home. In additon, the U8 is compatible with the new Wifi 6E router protocol and includes a NEXTGEN TV ATSC 3.0 tuner making the U8 virtually future-proof. With the Google TV OS and Hands-Free Voice Control, searching for and playing all your favorite content is simple and seamless. Just say “Hey Google”. The U8 also got more upgrades for the gaming enthusiast including a 144Hz VRR panel, Dolby Vision Gaming and FreeSync Premium Pro for an enhanced gaming experience. And, be2er also just got bigger with the U8H now available in an 85” screen size.
Do TV's with Tuner Type ATSC 3.0 (NextGen TV) also work with atsc 1.0 signal?
In general most standards are backwards compatible. For example, Bluetooth. All the best!
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Hisense - 65" Class U8 Series Mini-LED QLED 4K UHD Smart Google TV (2023)
The Award-winning Hisense U8 Series Mini-LED TV just got even better. With Peak Brightness 1500 and more than double the local dimming zones as last year, along with Quantum Dot Color, Dolby Vision HDR, and Low Reflecton panel technology, the U8 delivers unmatched brightness, contrast and detail. And, with Dolby Atmos and an upgraded 50w 2.1.2 multi-channel audio system, the U8 creates an immersive cinema experience in your home. In additon, the U8 is compatible with the new Wifi 6E router protocol and includes a NEXTGEN TV ATSC 3.0 tuner making the U8 virtually future-proof. With the Google TV OS and Hands-Free Voice Control, searching for and playing all your favorite content is simple and seamless. Just say “Hey Google”. The U8 also got more upgrades for the gaming enthusiast including a 144Hz VRR panel, Dolby Vision Gaming and FreeSync Premium Pro for an enhanced gaming experience. And, be2er also just got bigger with the U8H now available in an 85” screen size.
My TV has a horrid "mosaic" affect on deep blacks that cannot be adjusted away. Also, this new TV "communicates" with my Denon AVR and turns on the AVR and starts turning on media players like Blu Ray and UHD Disc players. I hate this!!! HELP!!!!!
Thank you Roseb. The TV is hooked up properly and other than you kind reply I've found nothing to alleviate my problems with an otherwise fine TV.
I am giving it back under warranty. I have long since grown weary of they way this thing turns every freaking device on unless and worse. I have asked Hisense here for help but NOooooOOoooooooo!!!!!
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I am giving it back under warranty. I have long since grown weary of they way this thing turns every freaking device on unless and worse. I have asked Hisense here for help but NOooooOOoooooooo!!!!!
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Hisense - 65" Class U8 Series Mini-LED QLED 4K UHD Smart Google TV (2023)
The Award-winning Hisense U8 Series Mini-LED TV just got even better. With Peak Brightness 1500 and more than double the local dimming zones as last year, along with Quantum Dot Color, Dolby Vision HDR, and Low Reflecton panel technology, the U8 delivers unmatched brightness, contrast and detail. And, with Dolby Atmos and an upgraded 50w 2.1.2 multi-channel audio system, the U8 creates an immersive cinema experience in your home. In additon, the U8 is compatible with the new Wifi 6E router protocol and includes a NEXTGEN TV ATSC 3.0 tuner making the U8 virtually future-proof. With the Google TV OS and Hands-Free Voice Control, searching for and playing all your favorite content is simple and seamless. Just say “Hey Google”. The U8 also got more upgrades for the gaming enthusiast including a 144Hz VRR panel, Dolby Vision Gaming and FreeSync Premium Pro for an enhanced gaming experience. And, be2er also just got bigger with the U8H now available in an 85” screen size.
I am thinking of moving my computer and hooking it up to a tv. I play high tech fast action games and looking for a tv that will handle the speed. I'm told the refresh rate is a major importance. I'm looking hopefully for a tv about 65 inch.
In gaming mode the refresh rate is 144Hz.
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Hisense - 65" Class U8 Series Mini-LED QLED 4K UHD Smart Google TV (2023)
The Award-winning Hisense U8 Series Mini-LED TV just got even better. With Peak Brightness 1500 and more than double the local dimming zones as last year, along with Quantum Dot Color, Dolby Vision HDR, and Low Reflecton panel technology, the U8 delivers unmatched brightness, contrast and detail. And, with Dolby Atmos and an upgraded 50w 2.1.2 multi-channel audio system, the U8 creates an immersive cinema experience in your home. In additon, the U8 is compatible with the new Wifi 6E router protocol and includes a NEXTGEN TV ATSC 3.0 tuner making the U8 virtually future-proof. With the Google TV OS and Hands-Free Voice Control, searching for and playing all your favorite content is simple and seamless. Just say “Hey Google”. The U8 also got more upgrades for the gaming enthusiast including a 144Hz VRR panel, Dolby Vision Gaming and FreeSync Premium Pro for an enhanced gaming experience. And, be2er also just got bigger with the U8H now available in an 85” screen size.
when it indicates Google tv, what does that mean?
Google TV is the OS (Operating System) for this TV. You can simply buy a Roku, Amazon or some other device that features your preferred OS.
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