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Revolutionary Twinkly Squares smart LED wall panels completely redefine decorative lighting. Whether you want pixel-perfect artwork and GIFs, cool ambience and mood lighting, reactive gaming lights, or a unique night light for kids, Squares is a must-have display screen and lighting decoration. This kit contains a master panel and 5 extension panels that each feature 64 premium, app-controlled, addressable LEDs designed for extraordinary brightness and color quality featuring over 16 million colors. Physically combine the master panel with up to a total of 15 extension panels (others sold separately) and use the Twinkly App to sync groups of Squares. Create huge displays of virtually endless preset and customizable effects, animations, GIFs, and pixel art on your walls and ceilings. Getting started with Twinkly lights is easy, a quick and intuitive setup process configures your device in a matter of seconds. The Twinkly ecosystem uses a Bluetooth and Wi-Fi controller with a state-of-the-art smartphone application, bringing new levels of lighting design and creativity to customize your connected home.
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Let me start by saying that I was already impressed how well Twinkly products work. We had two different models in the house, so I was interested in the squares since they were first announced.
Initial setup
Each square has 8x8 LEDs. These are RGB (Red, Green, Blue) and do not have an extra white channel, so they're mostly for color effects. Each LED is encased in a. semi-translucent block what creates a nice diffusion effect and they purposedly bleed into the neighboring squares.
One square is the main controller and the rest are connected to the controller directly or indirectly. Each controller can handle up to 15 auxiliary squares. It comes with cables to patch the blocks, and removable clips to hold t them together.
Putting it together is very simple. I started with a rectangle but they can be connected in any way, as long as there is at least one common line between them.
The controller then connects to power via a 65W USB-C adapter and cable (all come with this).
The controller then connects to power via a 65W USB-C adapter and cable (all come with this).
Through the Twinkly app, multiple controllers can be set to work as one display, allowing for massive installs.
Initial setup can be made from either the Twinkly app, or via HomeKit if using an iPhone. If one starts via HomeKit, the Wi-Fi credentials are managed by Wi-Fi. Otherwise the setup via the twinkly app is straightforward.
Once paired, it can be added to Alexa or Google Home via integrations through Twinkly cloud.
(HomeKit connects directly to the panel, but Alexa and Google connect via the Twinkly service).
Once paired, it can be added to Alexa or Google Home via integrations through Twinkly cloud.
(HomeKit connects directly to the panel, but Alexa and Google connect via the Twinkly service).
All three home integrations can turn it on and off, control intensity, or change colors. If changing colors via these overrides whatever the squares were showing.
Like other Twinkly lights, the app has excellent effects, and by using the phone camera it maps exactly the design on the squares. One can then select from built-in and custom effects libraries, which is quite extensive, draw by hand on the app, or select from a picture or image which the app will then map into the squares.
For gaming, there are integrations for both HP Omen Light Studio and for Razer Chroma.
For Omen, select the Twinkly integration, log into Twinkly and it works with all the Omen effects including the Volume-based effects which I found interesting.
For Razer, it needs an integration app available at Twinkly.
Both Omen and Razer worked fine and are very responsive.
For Omen, select the Twinkly integration, log into Twinkly and it works with all the Omen effects including the Volume-based effects which I found interesting.
For Razer, it needs an integration app available at Twinkly.
Both Omen and Razer worked fine and are very responsive.
Using the squares
I was planning on using them in part to display messages, but I quickly realized that each square is only 8x8 pixels, which is about one letter per square otherwise becomes hard to read.
To make it into a display one will need a lot more squares. The Marilyn image that's advertised by Twinkly uses 16 squares, which would end up costing quite some more.
Ideally I'd prefer there were more LEDs per square.
I was planning on using them in part to display messages, but I quickly realized that each square is only 8x8 pixels, which is about one letter per square otherwise becomes hard to read.
To make it into a display one will need a lot more squares. The Marilyn image that's advertised by Twinkly uses 16 squares, which would end up costing quite some more.
Ideally I'd prefer there were more LEDs per square.
Overall it's great for lighting effects. The responsiveness is excellent and it's very flexible in what one can do with it. Integrations are very good.
For Gaming, both HP Omen and Razer Chroma work very well.
Just keep your expectations in check with the pixel density on these: An art install requires quite a few more squares to have some level of definition.
For Gaming, both HP Omen and Razer Chroma work very well.
Just keep your expectations in check with the pixel density on these: An art install requires quite a few more squares to have some level of definition.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The premium vacuum and mop solution like no other. It’s the only 2-in-1 with D.R.I. (Dry Rug Intelligence) means the Roomba Combo j7+ uses carpet detection and the Auto Retract Mopping System that lifts itself to the top of the robot, completely away from carpet preventing wet messes entirely. On hard floors, it vacuums and mops at the same time. The 4-Stage Cleaning system combines our Edge-Sweeping Brush, Dual Multi-Surface Rubber Brushes, Power-Lifting Suction and first-of-its-kind mopping with added pressure for a thorough clean. It's all designed to keep your carpet and hard floors cleaner while avoiding obstacles at the same time—so you can live your life.
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We already have a much older Roomba in a different floor in the house and also used a different brand. The advancement in how this works is really impressive.
Initial setup was straightforward. Except for putting the moping cloth on the vacuum, everything else came ready. It even came with dirt bag already installed in the charging base and a spare bag as well.
Onboarding takes a few minutes. Already had the iRobot app installed because of the other vacuum. It detected the new vacuum and connected without any fuss.
After finding a good spot for the charging base with a good outlet, it war ready to go, or I would rather say, ready to learn.
Note that the base draws a good amount of power when emptying the trash from the vacuum into the base, and it tripped one circuit that was already loaded, so moved it elsewhere and it's been working fine.
Onboarding takes a few minutes. Already had the iRobot app installed because of the other vacuum. It detected the new vacuum and connected without any fuss.
After finding a good spot for the charging base with a good outlet, it war ready to go, or I would rather say, ready to learn.
Note that the base draws a good amount of power when emptying the trash from the vacuum into the base, and it tripped one circuit that was already loaded, so moved it elsewhere and it's been working fine.
Like a new pet, it has to be trained first. The first time or two it runs, it will start mapping the floor and rooms. It will first bump into everything with gusto, and left some visible paint marks around the vacuum from the times it went smashing the baseboards. The second time it was much gentler, and the house map started to take shape in the app.
After a few cleaning jobs, the map is more or less complete, and the phone app will eventually ask to start organizing the map into rooms. This takes a bit of effort as it might not be immediately intuitive, and in our case it got every room division incorrectly.
Once the rooms are divided, it will prompt to name the rooms, from a long list of pre-assigned names, or it can be customized.
It will then move to the next training level and start taking pictures of what it think are obstacles. The vacuum has a front camera that has a narrow view of the floor level. It doesn't see much beyond a the height of shoes. With that the app will ask if the vacuum found a new obstacle, and if it's permanent, or temporary. If permanent, it will start adding exclusion zones to the map. Some of the examples are cables and power strips it finds on the floor. Temporary obstacles can be shopping bags or socks or shoes left on the floor. It's smart enough to not go over cables, which was an annoying problem with other vacuums we used before.
Currently, once I lifted chairs off a dining table, and asked it to vacuum that room, it noticed the lack of chairs and asked if I wanted to add a new section within the room named dining table. So now I can tell it to clean around the dining table (and not necessarily all the room).
After a few cleaning jobs, the map is more or less complete, and the phone app will eventually ask to start organizing the map into rooms. This takes a bit of effort as it might not be immediately intuitive, and in our case it got every room division incorrectly.
Once the rooms are divided, it will prompt to name the rooms, from a long list of pre-assigned names, or it can be customized.
It will then move to the next training level and start taking pictures of what it think are obstacles. The vacuum has a front camera that has a narrow view of the floor level. It doesn't see much beyond a the height of shoes. With that the app will ask if the vacuum found a new obstacle, and if it's permanent, or temporary. If permanent, it will start adding exclusion zones to the map. Some of the examples are cables and power strips it finds on the floor. Temporary obstacles can be shopping bags or socks or shoes left on the floor. It's smart enough to not go over cables, which was an annoying problem with other vacuums we used before.
Currently, once I lifted chairs off a dining table, and asked it to vacuum that room, it noticed the lack of chairs and asked if I wanted to add a new section within the room named dining table. So now I can tell it to clean around the dining table (and not necessarily all the room).
It integrates very well with Alexa and Google Home. I don't use Google Home that much anymore so I don't have much feedback here besides that it does integrate with it.
With Alexa it has a rich integration. I can tell it which of the two Roomba vacuums to use and which room. I can ask it to either vacuum or vacuum and mop.
There is no integration with Apple HomeKit, and I don't think any robot vacuum works wit it yet, but it supports Siri shortcuts. The difference is that the former should work from a HomePod but the later only works when talking to the phone.
From the app, one can customize the order on which rooms are cleaned with the option to save the routine as a favorite to reuse later.
If using the vacuum on different places (or different floors), it can be done because the app can switch between multiple maps.
With Alexa it has a rich integration. I can tell it which of the two Roomba vacuums to use and which room. I can ask it to either vacuum or vacuum and mop.
There is no integration with Apple HomeKit, and I don't think any robot vacuum works wit it yet, but it supports Siri shortcuts. The difference is that the former should work from a HomePod but the later only works when talking to the phone.
From the app, one can customize the order on which rooms are cleaned with the option to save the routine as a favorite to reuse later.
If using the vacuum on different places (or different floors), it can be done because the app can switch between multiple maps.
Moping: On the back of the vacuum there is a plate where the mop attaches and the vacuum lowers the mop under or lifts it as necessary. It uses Bona brand floor cleaning liquid that's held on the same dustbin within the vacuum. It does not use too much liquid so the floor dries up very quickly. The vacuum comes with two sample concentrate that has to be mixed with water. However the Bona floor cleaner available at stores is already pre-mixed so just pour it into the receptacle.
To fill the tank, remove the dustbin from the rear of the vacuum (Not on the base) and lift a rubber seal to fill it. I use a funnel to make things easier to me.
I should note that the tank does not even last for a full cleaning of our main floor that is mostly hardwood floor with some area rugs (It knows not to apply floor cleaning to rugs).
To fill the tank, remove the dustbin from the rear of the vacuum (Not on the base) and lift a rubber seal to fill it. I use a funnel to make things easier to me.
I should note that the tank does not even last for a full cleaning of our main floor that is mostly hardwood floor with some area rugs (It knows not to apply floor cleaning to rugs).
Vacuuming: It picked everything and went under cabinets without a problem. We have teenagers in the house so there is a good amount of hair to be cleaned on the floor. I was impressed that the main brushes did not get clogged with hair. In fact there was nothing else to clean from the rollers. However the first two times it ran it collected considerable amount of hair on one of its main legs and on the spinning brush it has on the front.
Cleaning the vacuum: The base does a great job of emptying the dustbin from the vacuum. As I mentioned, it's very powerful (And also very loud). Only takes a few seconds to complete though. The brushes are very easy to clean and as I said their design does not collect much hair at all. There is also a caster wheel to be cleaned but it pulls right out. Then the front-side brush will generally get some hair, and I had to unscrew it to pick all the hair from it. But things should be easier if using the vacuum consistently. The first time it will pick up a lot of dirt that the handheld vacuum missed (mostly under cabinets, sofas, etc.).
What I did not like: The liquid tank is too small in my opinion. It should be able to handle table and chair legs better. To make it worse, the tank level sensor is very inaccurate: With 1/3 tank full, it will indicate empty and won't mop.
It seems to stumble on legs and chairs more than necessary.
It seems to stumble on legs and chairs more than necessary.
Overall I'm very impressed. Very well designed. Note that have to give it about a week to train it to each space. The base works well at emptying the dirt from the vacuum and moping works as expected however the liquid tank is way too small in my opinion. I don't want to have to fill it every day. The phone app is very well designed. iRobot has been making improvements for years, and I'm impressed how much smarter it got since our older vacuum. Integration with Alexa is very good. Except the Alexa skill keeps asking which robot to use when it should know, but these are things that iRobot can improve over time.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Capture video of the road ahead and your vehicle interior with this Rexing 4K front and cabin dash cam. The ultra-wide-angle lenses capture more of the surroundings and the infrared night vision lets you capture clear footage any time of the day. This Rexing 4K front and cabin dash cam features a parking monitor that automatically begins recording after detecting vibrations.
Customer Rating
4
Good for wired-in applications
on October 15, 2022
Posted by: emiliosic
The most interesting detail on this dash camera is that it records in 4K on the front and 1080p on the cabin. The cabin camera has an automatic IR illuminator. It also supports three channels, so one can add either a wired rear windshield camera or wired outdoor camera. Adding a 3rd camera makes all three channels record in 1080p.
The cabin camera is built-in, not detachable. I was confused because the other similar model camera V5 appears to have a detachable cabin camera.
The screen is nice. It's not a touchscreen and the buttons on the bottom of the camera are intuitive to use.
This came with a 64G memory card already plugged in.
It also comes with an SD card adapter, the lighter plug cable, two 3M adhesive mounts, some wire clips and a plastic tool to hide the cables around the interior trim.
The cabin camera is built-in, not detachable. I was confused because the other similar model camera V5 appears to have a detachable cabin camera.
The screen is nice. It's not a touchscreen and the buttons on the bottom of the camera are intuitive to use.
This came with a 64G memory card already plugged in.
It also comes with an SD card adapter, the lighter plug cable, two 3M adhesive mounts, some wire clips and a plastic tool to hide the cables around the interior trim.
Power: Like most dash-cameras, this uses a Mini-USB cable (It does not have a modern USB-C). Also it does not have a built-in battery. The capacitors seems to be used only to stabilize power.
This camera has a parking monitor mode but requires the 'smart hardwire kit' that is optional. It does not work with the lighter cable that comes with the camera and this extra kit is an additional purchase.
Connectivity: It has Wi-Fi with selectable 2.4 Ghz or 5 Ghz bands. The Rexing iPhone app (Also for Android, but I use an iPhone) is fairly simple but does the job. However to connect to the camera one has to go to the camera's menu and enable Wi-Fi (It goes off after every time the camera restarts), and then one has to manually switch to the camera's network. Once the app connects with the camera, I find it very responsive. Some simple functions on the camera can be set up from the app but most settings are done from the camera's menu, which is simple enough to use.
The camera accepts some voice commands (built into the camera, no phone required), although I personally have no need for that.
The camera mount is fixed, so the camera cannot be adjusted, but the lenses within the camera can be moved around to adjust it so this works fine.
Note that the camera does not come with a suction cup mount. Rexing sells one as an extra option for this model.
Night vision works well and records in color when lighting is good enough.
One major disappointment for me is that I'm leasing the car where I installed this camera so I didn't want to use the strong adhesive mount nor a hardwire, but I cannot use the parking mode without hard-wiring it, which is something I don't want to do on a leased car. Also it's not simple to swap with other cars because the suction mount does not come with the camera and it's an optional purchase.
Not using USB-C means it requires using the lighter plug that comes with the camera, but this should be used with the extra hardwire kit regardless, as a lot can happen in parking lots.
Another nit: The camera can timestamp the date on the videos but the font is quite large and includes branding.
Not using USB-C means it requires using the lighter plug that comes with the camera, but this should be used with the extra hardwire kit regardless, as a lot can happen in parking lots.
Another nit: The camera can timestamp the date on the videos but the font is quite large and includes branding.
Overall is a good dash camera if one plans on hardwiring it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Hover-1 - Blast Electric Self-Balancing Scooter w/3 mi Max Operating Range & 7 mph Max Speed - Black
Have a blast with the Hover-1 Blast Hoverboard. This fast, powerful, and versatile hoverboard shines bright with integrated LED lighting. Not to mention the dual 160W motors get you to wherever you want to go quickly. With a maximum ride range of 3 miles, you can zip back and forth at warp speed. The Blast gives you a fast burst of speed, so you can make it to your closer destinations in record time! Zoom to a friend’s house in just a few minutes, then make it back home in time for dinner. Perfect for the rambunctious child who loves to explore the neighborhood.
Customer Rating
3
Fun, requires a lot of practice
on September 27, 2022
Posted by: emiliosic
I like that this model is very simple. Turn it on and works. There is no phone app required to use it, no settings, just an on/off button and the charge port.
It has lights of course: The wheels have a not too bright rainbow pattern and the front has bright blue lights that also blinks when turning. Kids like the lights and it's not obnoxious to the parent.
Our two girls 13 and 14 were very excited to play with this. The first day both of them made very little progress. A lot of hand holding to get the gist of it.
Getting on is tricky because it doesn't has a mode for when one is mounting it. Stepping on one of the pedals it immediately starts running circles. One has to jump one foot and land it evenly and then quickly jump the other foot. The balancing on the board is not strong enough so it would wobble a little.
Getting off is supposed to be easy but it takes practice: The kid has to step one foot backwards on the floor and most likely the loss of balance will make the board spin, so our kids fell bum on the floor several times. That was not fun, and they almost gave up on it.
By the second day they were getting better and were able to play around a four-car driveway with little help, but always with one sibling nearby as the board doesn't hold too straight without perfect balance.
Getting on is tricky because it doesn't has a mode for when one is mounting it. Stepping on one of the pedals it immediately starts running circles. One has to jump one foot and land it evenly and then quickly jump the other foot. The balancing on the board is not strong enough so it would wobble a little.
Getting off is supposed to be easy but it takes practice: The kid has to step one foot backwards on the floor and most likely the loss of balance will make the board spin, so our kids fell bum on the floor several times. That was not fun, and they almost gave up on it.
By the second day they were getting better and were able to play around a four-car driveway with little help, but always with one sibling nearby as the board doesn't hold too straight without perfect balance.
The wheels are rubberized plastic. There is no absorption so any little pebble or small branch on the ground will make the board shake.
By the end of the day they went back to their bicycles.
The board got a few scratches because it's too low to the ground and the front bottom ends up hitting the pavement.
The board got a few scratches because it's too low to the ground and the front bottom ends up hitting the pavement.
Battery lasted the whole afternoon because they couldn't get too far without falling.
Charging is simple: It comes with a small power supply and has a sturdy 3-prong connector. The charger has a red/green light to indicate charge.
Overall I wish it was more stable and simpler to operate. Modes for boarding and getting off the board needs more work. If the kid gets the hang of it, it looks like a lot of fun.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Introducing Logitech MX Master 3S for Mac – an iconic mouse remastered for Mac. Now with Quiet Clicks and 8K DPI any-surface tracking for more feel and performance in your Mac computer set-up. Get creative with a complimentary 1-month Creative Cloud subscription with your purchase of MX Master 3S for Mac, and create, make, and do like never before.
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I'm a fan of Logitech mice and we have several models in different computers through the house.
The MX series are Logitech's premier line, and so the MX Master is their flagship. Other mice I normally use are the MX Anywhere 3 for portability and I also regularly use the MX Vertical which is an ergonomic version.
The 'S' to me is for 'Silent': A distinctive new feature is that the main buttons on the mouse no longer make the 'Click' sound: They have the same satisfying tactile feedback, but they're almost silent.
Another major difference with the previous model is that this supports the new 'Bolt' transceiver as Logitech seems to be phasing out the older 'Unifying' receiver. The reasons being that the Bolt transceivers use a newer Bluetooth standard and with higher radio encryption.
Multiple keyboards and mice can be paired to a single Bolt receiver.
Another major difference with the previous model is that this supports the new 'Bolt' transceiver as Logitech seems to be phasing out the older 'Unifying' receiver. The reasons being that the Bolt transceivers use a newer Bluetooth standard and with higher radio encryption.
Multiple keyboards and mice can be paired to a single Bolt receiver.
This is the 'Mac' version of the mouse. The differences with the 'Non Mac' version are mostly cosmetic: The Mac version has a silver finish plastic on the base instead of being all black, the charging cable is USB-C to USB-C where on the general version is USB-C to USB-A, and most importantly, it does not come with the Bolt receiver, which it does come with the non-Mac version. The adapter can be bought separately, but I happen to have one already that came with a keyboard.
A Mac will see the mouse as USB instead of Bluetooth when using the adapter, so the laptop works with it during the initial boot.
So to the many features on this mouse:
High DPI sensor is very smooth. I'm using it on a black table with no issues. It also works on glass, and the precision is adjustable up to an unheard of 8000 DPI (Recommended when using High-DPI displays).
The sliding pads on this are very smooth, and it's easy to clean.
High DPI sensor is very smooth. I'm using it on a black table with no issues. It also works on glass, and the precision is adjustable up to an unheard of 8000 DPI (Recommended when using High-DPI displays).
The sliding pads on this are very smooth, and it's easy to clean.
Besides the main and left buttons that feature the silent click, clicking on the top wheel acts as a middle button. Then there is another button on the center body that's configured to control the wheel spin.
On the left side there are two more function buttons below an horizontal wheel.
And then there is a hidden gesture button on the thumb rest.
On the left side there are two more function buttons below an horizontal wheel.
And then there is a hidden gesture button on the thumb rest.
While there is no software required to use the mouse, on macOS and Windows it's best to install the Logitech Option+ software that controls all the newer Logitech keyboards and mice, including the optional Bolt receiver.
All the buttons and wheels are configurable and the software supports configurable actions per application (For example, side buttons can control Mic mute and video sharing on Zoom, or page navigation gestures on Word, etc.
Both wheels are all metal, and the center wheel can be configured to ratchet, freewheel or automatically shift between ratcheting and freewheeling depending on the speed it's rotated. Internally the mouse uses magnets to control the ratcheting and one can feel when the mouse 'brakes' the wheel with its magnets.
The gestures button is something that's taking me some time to get used to: One press on the rubber body of the mouse right where the thumb rests launches mission control. Holding the button while dragging the mouse down launches App Expose. Hold and left/right changes the virtual desktops.
Ergonomics: It's a healthy middle-ground between the natural position of an ergonomic mouse but it's not flat. The angle on this mouse makes it easier to transition between the mouse and the keyboard, as the hand would rest in a similar angle.
Battery: It's rechargeable, and it charges with a standard USB-C cable. The mouse can be used while charging, but the USB-C connector is for charging only.
Multiple devices: Keyboards and mice in the MX series, this included, can be paired with three computers. The button on the base serves to switch between computer 1,2,3 or pairing.
To make this simpler, if one plans on using two or three computers side-by-side, and the computers have the Logitech Options+ installed, an optional 'Flow' mode makes switching seamless once the mouse is dragged to the edge of the monitor. It also enables Copy/Paste and file transfer. The computers have to be on the same network, and also works between Windows and macOS.
To make this simpler, if one plans on using two or three computers side-by-side, and the computers have the Logitech Options+ installed, an optional 'Flow' mode makes switching seamless once the mouse is dragged to the edge of the monitor. It also enables Copy/Paste and file transfer. The computers have to be on the same network, and also works between Windows and macOS.
iPad: Basic mouse functionality works on iPads. No app needed. The extra buttons come with pre-defined navigation functions.
Overall: It's as good as it gets. However I would've considered the standard MX Master 3S for the sole reason that it includes the bolt receiver, so it ends up being cheaper if one plans on using it. Also I don't have a strong preference with the base painted metallic gray. The standard All-Black also complements Mac hardware very well.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Get super-portable sound to go. The XG300 wireless speaker plays as hard as you do, with up to 25 hours of battery life and IP67 waterproof and dustproof. Its rich full sound and booming bass are perfect for when you want quality audio that goes wherever you go.
Customer Rating
5
Large sound: Loud and clear, plenty of bass
on September 11, 2022
Posted by: emiliosic
Impressed with the sound on this: Very clear sound at high volume. Bass packs a punch.
Design:
There is some heft to this speaker (Around 6 lb), so it comes with a clever rubber handle that completely retracts when not used. The bazooka shape of the speaker is entirely covered in a nice looking fabric, except on the edges of the tube which has the breathing holes (Passive bass radiator) and lights.
I'm no big fan of bright lights on speakers, and here is done in a very subtle way: The lights are not very bright, and disappear when off. They can be turned off from the control app or from a button on the back. It does give a pleasing effect.
The speaker is also water and dust proof (IP67).
There is some heft to this speaker (Around 6 lb), so it comes with a clever rubber handle that completely retracts when not used. The bazooka shape of the speaker is entirely covered in a nice looking fabric, except on the edges of the tube which has the breathing holes (Passive bass radiator) and lights.
I'm no big fan of bright lights on speakers, and here is done in a very subtle way: The lights are not very bright, and disappear when off. They can be turned off from the control app or from a button on the back. It does give a pleasing effect.
The speaker is also water and dust proof (IP67).
Connections:
It has Multipoint Bluetooth and line in (3.5mm), charges with USB-C and includes the USB-C charger.
With Multipoint Bluetooth it can connect two devices (Like two phones or a phone and a computer).
On the back there is also a line-in (3.5mm) and a USB-A port so one can charge a phone while using the speaker.
It has Multipoint Bluetooth and line in (3.5mm), charges with USB-C and includes the USB-C charger.
With Multipoint Bluetooth it can connect two devices (Like two phones or a phone and a computer).
On the back there is also a line-in (3.5mm) and a USB-A port so one can charge a phone while using the speaker.
Mics:
It has echo-canceling microphones so it can also be used as a conference speaker. I didn't have many expectations here but it actually sounds very good for phone or computer calls. I even recorded a voicemail to hear how it sounds and the audio is very clear with no echo.
It has echo-canceling microphones so it can also be used as a conference speaker. I didn't have many expectations here but it actually sounds very good for phone or computer calls. I even recorded a voicemail to hear how it sounds and the audio is very clear with no echo.
Audio quality:
I couldn't find exactly which Bluetooth codecs it uses, so I ran the developer tools on the iPhone to find that it supports SBC (Standard), AAC and ALAC.
I couldn't find exactly which Bluetooth codecs it uses, so I ran the developer tools on the iPhone to find that it supports SBC (Standard), AAC and ALAC.
The iPhone Bluetooth process reads:
A2DP configured at 44.1 KHz. Codec: AAC-LC, VBR max: 256 kbps. 1 frames * (12+744) bytes = 756 per RTP (max=879) every 23.22 ms.
A2DP configured at 44.1 KHz. Codec: AAC-LC, VBR max: 256 kbps. 1 frames * (12+744) bytes = 756 per RTP (max=879) every 23.22 ms.
ALAC is Sony's proprietary High bandwidth codes up to 360 kbps. As far as I know it works with Sony phones and Sony TVs, etc.
The speakers fire up front, with excellent clarity and plenty of bass. The Sony Music Center app offers an equalizer. There is a 'Mega Bass' button that controls the amount of bass. This is similar to changing the equalizer settings.
Another interesting feature is that this supports connecting to other similar speakers for stereo sound (In which you'll want another matching Sony SRS-XG300 speaker) or more speakers for a large party. For multi-speakers they have to be similar Sony speakers, and the manual says that up to 100 (!!!) speakers can be connected. It needs the 'Sony Music Center' app to control this.
Battery:
In my tests, it lasted the whole party, with plenty of charge to spare…
Per the manual, Up to 25 hours at mid-volume with the lights off. 15 Hours with the lights on, and 4 hours at earth-shaking max volume with the lights off.
In my tests, it lasted the whole party, with plenty of charge to spare…
Per the manual, Up to 25 hours at mid-volume with the lights off. 15 Hours with the lights on, and 4 hours at earth-shaking max volume with the lights off.
Apps:
Sony Music Center: This app is what most other Sony products use, is where one can control the equalizer, firmware upgrades and other power settings.
Sony Music Center: This app is what most other Sony products use, is where one can control the equalizer, firmware upgrades and other power settings.
Fiestable: This is the 'party' app that controls the light show and helps pair the speakers and queue songs.
Overall it's a great speaker with rich sound and a great design. Not only an excellent party and outdoor speaker but something that one can use through the day with good speakerphone capabilities and line-in as well and multipoint Bluetooth.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Take on the competition and explore open worlds in comfort with the HP X32 31.5" 16:9 FreeSync 165 Hz QHD IPS Gaming Monitor. This 2560 x 1440 QHD monitor supports a 165 Hz overclocked refresh rate, which works with the 1 ms response time to reduce motion blur and to deliver liquid-smooth gaming experiences. At the same time, AMD FreeSync Premium technology helps to reduce stuttering and screen tearing when connected to a compatible graphics card.
Customer Rating
5
Huge, quality display
on September 10, 2022
Posted by: emiliosic
This monitor is big: 32in diagonal, right in front of you.
Display:
The resolution is QHD (Quad-HD), or 2560 x 1440. It's not 4K, but this can be good: Less pixels till, so the graphics card doesn't have to work as hard. Having it next to my studio laptop which is 4K, and it looks great.
At this size, windows can be set to display scaling at 100%, it doesn't need to get into High density display so things just work here, with a much higher resolution, which is also great for work as it will fit a lot more content.
The display is HDR at 400 nits, so HDR videos also look very crisp.
The screen is matte, which I prefer over glossy coating because it does not produce glare. This is for work and play, not just watching videos.
Also note that has a blue light filter.
The screen is edge to edge with no visible bezel. Just a tiny strip when on, so it takes less space and can be set side by side.
The resolution is QHD (Quad-HD), or 2560 x 1440. It's not 4K, but this can be good: Less pixels till, so the graphics card doesn't have to work as hard. Having it next to my studio laptop which is 4K, and it looks great.
At this size, windows can be set to display scaling at 100%, it doesn't need to get into High density display so things just work here, with a much higher resolution, which is also great for work as it will fit a lot more content.
The display is HDR at 400 nits, so HDR videos also look very crisp.
The screen is matte, which I prefer over glossy coating because it does not produce glare. This is for work and play, not just watching videos.
Also note that has a blue light filter.
The screen is edge to edge with no visible bezel. Just a tiny strip when on, so it takes less space and can be set side by side.
Refresh rate:
This monitor can go up to 165 Hz refresh rate (AMD FreeSync Premium). I'm using a laptop with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 and it automatically sets to 165 Hz refresh.
Response time can be set down to 1ms (In overdrive mode).
This monitor can go up to 165 Hz refresh rate (AMD FreeSync Premium). I'm using a laptop with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 and it automatically sets to 165 Hz refresh.
Response time can be set down to 1ms (In overdrive mode).
Design and mount:
The design is very minimal, with a tiny 'chin' on the bottom and no visible edges on the other sides. There are no buttons on the front. All the buttons are on the back (right side). I would've preferred buttons on the front or bottom, but there is normally no need to use the built-in menu.
Assembling the arm and attaching it to the monitor requires no tools, and the base can be removed with a button on the stem of the base.
Removing the base there are four VESA screws in 100mm x 100mm configuration. So there should be no problem using an arm for the monitor.
The base allows for adjusting up and down and no tilt. There is no rotation. The arm itself feels solid with a metal core.
The design is very minimal, with a tiny 'chin' on the bottom and no visible edges on the other sides. There are no buttons on the front. All the buttons are on the back (right side). I would've preferred buttons on the front or bottom, but there is normally no need to use the built-in menu.
Assembling the arm and attaching it to the monitor requires no tools, and the base can be removed with a button on the stem of the base.
Removing the base there are four VESA screws in 100mm x 100mm configuration. So there should be no problem using an arm for the monitor.
The base allows for adjusting up and down and no tilt. There is no rotation. The arm itself feels solid with a metal core.
Connectors:
The only connectors are power mains DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.0 and Audio Line out.
The power supply is built in, so it does not need an external power brick.
It has no speakers, only a simple stereo line out.
Also has no USB-C nor any other convenience ports.
The only connectors are power mains DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.0 and Audio Line out.
The power supply is built in, so it does not need an external power brick.
It has no speakers, only a simple stereo line out.
Also has no USB-C nor any other convenience ports.
The monitor comes with the power cord and a full-size DisplayPort cable (And nothing else).
Packaging:
Small amount of plastic to cover the screen and other pieces, otherwise it's all cardboard, very sturdy. Got my monitor shipped and arrived in great condition. There is no Styrofoam in the box.
Small amount of plastic to cover the screen and other pieces, otherwise it's all cardboard, very sturdy. Got my monitor shipped and arrived in great condition. There is no Styrofoam in the box.
Software:
I used two different Windows 10 and Windows 11 laptops and on both the same happened: Windows will automatically install, from the Microsoft Store, the HP Omen software without asking. I found this really odd, that it doesn't ask for the install. The software lets you manage all HP gaming hardware, like this monitor it has more or less the same settings that can be set up though the OSD: Color modes (When not in HDR), refresh rate modes, bars on the screen to help one adjust the orientation of two monitors together, and a simple crosshair image. There is also a setting to have the monitor continually display the refresh rate on one corner.
I used two different Windows 10 and Windows 11 laptops and on both the same happened: Windows will automatically install, from the Microsoft Store, the HP Omen software without asking. I found this really odd, that it doesn't ask for the install. The software lets you manage all HP gaming hardware, like this monitor it has more or less the same settings that can be set up though the OSD: Color modes (When not in HDR), refresh rate modes, bars on the screen to help one adjust the orientation of two monitors together, and a simple crosshair image. There is also a setting to have the monitor continually display the refresh rate on one corner.
Overall I really like this monitor for its excellent, very responsive display. Great size and resolution, HDR with fast refresh rates.
Only nits is that it doesn't have the convenience of USB-C ports or built-in speakers like other work monitors, but as for gaming and work monitors, this is a great choice.
Only nits is that it doesn't have the convenience of USB-C ports or built-in speakers like other work monitors, but as for gaming and work monitors, this is a great choice.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Instead of filling up your house (and the planet) with an extra charger for each new device you buy, Anker 735 charger has the power you need to charge the majority of your personal devices with just a single charger.
Customer Rating
4
Very small and practical, with some compromises
on September 2, 2022
Posted by: emiliosic
The charger is very small for 65W with three ports: Two USB-C and one USB-A.
However it does not truly implement PoE distribution.
The way it works is this:
- If something is plugged on the top port, it provides 65W
- If something is then plugged on the middle USB-C port, the top port decreases to exactly 45W and the middle port to 20W.
- If something is plugged on the USB-A port, it gives it 5W and takes 5W from the middle port, so 15W to the middle port and keeping 45W to the top.
However it does not truly implement PoE distribution.
The way it works is this:
- If something is plugged on the top port, it provides 65W
- If something is then plugged on the middle USB-C port, the top port decreases to exactly 45W and the middle port to 20W.
- If something is plugged on the USB-A port, it gives it 5W and takes 5W from the middle port, so 15W to the middle port and keeping 45W to the top.
I'm OK with this setup. It can charge a lightweight laptop and can provide power for an iPhone MagSafe charger if not also using the bottom port.
What's odd and confusing is that it does not negotiate USB PD to better distribute the available power like other chargers with multi USB-C ports would do.
If someone using this does not know how it distributes power, it can be confusing.
There are labels on each port so it helps, if one actually looks at it.
There are labels on each port so it helps, if one actually looks at it.
Besides this limitation, it's a very compact charger. It's a bit long but it does not take too much space on the outlet, and the power plug is foldable.
Side by side comparison with a single USB-C 20W charger this seems just slightly larger.
Side by side comparison with a single USB-C 20W charger this seems just slightly larger.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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A mini-tower UPS with line interactive topology, the CyberPower LX1500GU3 provides battery backup (using simulated sine wave output) and surge protection for desktop computers, workstations, networking equipment, smart home devices, and home entertainment systems. The LX1500GU3 uses Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) to correct minor power fluctuations without switching to battery power, which extends battery life. AVR is essential in areas where power fluctuations occur frequently. The LX1500GU3 features an advanced multifunction control panel with a color LCD to quickly confirm status and alerts at-a-glance. Two USB charge ports (one Type-A and one Type-C) power portable devices such as mobile phones and tablets, even during a utility power failure. The LX1500GU3 comes with a three-year warranty (including coverage of batteries) and a $500,000 Connected Equipment Guarantee.
Customer Rating
5
Well rounded desktop UPS
on August 20, 2022
Posted by: emiliosic
I've used UPSs both in desktop forms and in server rooms for many years so I got to understand a bit what to look for in an UPS and to me this covers it all.
- 1500VA is on the higher end for desktop UPS. These are among the ones with higher capacity. It supports up to 900W for battery backup.
- AVR: Automatic Voltage Regulation. If the power gets too low or too high (In volts), the UPS will adjust to a safe operating range without having to use the battery.
- Simulated Sine Wave: This is the AC output from the inverter. This works with desktop computers that have amore sensitive switching power supply.
- Provides 5 battery/surge protection outlets and 5 that are surge protected only. This is a common setup in this type of UPS. Outlets are well spaced out and one of each are separated farther away to accommodate power bricks.
- Batteries are fairly common 12V 9AH sealed lead-acid. The batteries are very simple to replace, among the easiest I've seen in this type of UPS. There are two simple screws on one side that hold the cover, which slides easily after pressing a tab.
- It also has one USB and one USB-C ports in the front to charge devices without using an additional power adapter. These are limited to 4 Amps though.
- Easy to read display.
- Useful (and optional) software.
- AVR: Automatic Voltage Regulation. If the power gets too low or too high (In volts), the UPS will adjust to a safe operating range without having to use the battery.
- Simulated Sine Wave: This is the AC output from the inverter. This works with desktop computers that have amore sensitive switching power supply.
- Provides 5 battery/surge protection outlets and 5 that are surge protected only. This is a common setup in this type of UPS. Outlets are well spaced out and one of each are separated farther away to accommodate power bricks.
- Batteries are fairly common 12V 9AH sealed lead-acid. The batteries are very simple to replace, among the easiest I've seen in this type of UPS. There are two simple screws on one side that hold the cover, which slides easily after pressing a tab.
- It also has one USB and one USB-C ports in the front to charge devices without using an additional power adapter. These are limited to 4 Amps though.
- Easy to read display.
- Useful (and optional) software.
Display:
The display is bright and can it defaults to turn off after a few seconds. Pressing the display button turns it on and the same display button rotates different metrics. Holding the display button enters into configuration mode (It sets low and high values for AVR, beeper, etc).
The display is easier to read than the monochrome LCD displays in other UPSs. It's very useful to see the input and output voltage, time remaining on battery and I particularly like to see how many watts the computer and monitor are drawing.
The display is bright and can it defaults to turn off after a few seconds. Pressing the display button turns it on and the same display button rotates different metrics. Holding the display button enters into configuration mode (It sets low and high values for AVR, beeper, etc).
The display is easier to read than the monochrome LCD displays in other UPSs. It's very useful to see the input and output voltage, time remaining on battery and I particularly like to see how many watts the computer and monitor are drawing.
Software:
Like other higher end UPSs, this comes with an USB port that connects to the computer. I connected it to the docking station on my laptop. Without installing any driver, Windows 10 recognizes it as a second battery, but the charge indicator remains zero. I noticed something similar with other brand UPS I have on another desk. Then I connected a MacBook instead to the same docking station and this time macOS accurately displays the charge remaining on the UPS without any driver.
So on my gaming windows laptop I then downloaded the personal software from CyberPower Systems web site and it's a nice and simple application that displays everything correctly, and allows to configure all the functions on the UPS. To my surprise, the same software is also available on macOS and they also provide a command-line version for Linux, which is available in Debian, RPM and tar formats. It makes sense to provide decent software since this company also provides data center solutions.
Like other higher end UPSs, this comes with an USB port that connects to the computer. I connected it to the docking station on my laptop. Without installing any driver, Windows 10 recognizes it as a second battery, but the charge indicator remains zero. I noticed something similar with other brand UPS I have on another desk. Then I connected a MacBook instead to the same docking station and this time macOS accurately displays the charge remaining on the UPS without any driver.
So on my gaming windows laptop I then downloaded the personal software from CyberPower Systems web site and it's a nice and simple application that displays everything correctly, and allows to configure all the functions on the UPS. To my surprise, the same software is also available on macOS and they also provide a command-line version for Linux, which is available in Debian, RPM and tar formats. It makes sense to provide decent software since this company also provides data center solutions.
CyberPower is an American company. The UPS is assembled in Philippines.
Overall I'm very pleased with this. I wish the USB-C connector provided higher watts to run a laptop or fast charge a phone without another power adapter, but other than that It seems just right with AVR and sine-wave output on a 900W system being the key features. Display is also nice.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Ninja Speedi Rapid Cooker & Air Fryer unlocks the ability to cook a complete, multi-textured meal in as little as 15 minutes, all in one pot. With 12-in-1 functionality and Ninja’s Rapid Cooking System, steam and air fry at the same time and create restaurant-quality meals from the comfort of your own home. With 6-qt. capacity, create thousands of recipes for a family of up to 4, all in one pot. Choose your base, your vegetables, and your protein to create an entire meal in one pot in as little as 15 minutes with the Speedi Meals function. Recreate your favorite meals, such as broccoli chicken alfredo meals, burrito bowls, Mediterranean bowls, and more. With 6-qt. capacity, fit up to 4 chicken breasts and 1 lb. of pasta to create a whole family meal in one pot. Choose from Speedi Meals, Steam & Crisp, Steam & Bake, Steam, or Proof in Rapid Cooker mode and unlock Air Fry, Bake/Roast, Air Broil, Dehydrate, Sear & Sauté, Slow Cook, and Sous Vide functions in Air Fry mode. Quickly create moisture with steam while caramelizing and crisping with air fry technology at the same time in one pot when in Rapid Cooker mode to get restaurant-worthy results. Cook fluffy rice, tender vegetables, and juicy chicken, all at the same time. Easily switch between Air Fry mode and Rapid Cooker mode to unlock endless possibilities. Cook your air fried favorites such as fries or chicken wings, or switch to cook an entire meal in as little as 15 minutes. Ninja’s Speedi Meal Builder unlocks thousands of customizable recipes with ingredients that are already in your fridge or pantry. Up to 75% less fat when using the air fry function vs. traditional deep frying. Tested against hand-cut, deep fried French fries. Nonstick pot and crisper tray are dishwasher-safe, making cleanup quick and easy.
Posted by: emiliosic
We have several Ninja appliances including their pressure cooker and toaster which work great.
This is a dual-function steam/rapid cooker and Air Fryer.
This is a dual-function steam/rapid cooker and Air Fryer.
Very simple to use with very intuitive controls that are obvious the first time using it.
The 'Smart Switch' is a lever on the lid that opens and closes the vent on it. This sets the main operating mode: Rapid Cooking or Air Fry. In Air Fry mode the vent on the lid is fully open and in Rapid Cooking, it keeps a small vent so to not build much pressure.
Setting this determines which cooking options are available, and then one sets the temperature and timer.
Setting this determines which cooking options are available, and then one sets the temperature and timer.
When using the air fry mode, food did not splash on the lid so it's very easy to clean. The container and tray are non-stick and dishwasher safe.
The tray has two positions: Either at the bottom of the pot for air fry and stovetop cooking or it sits elevated so to accommodate either water or a grain base with meats on the tray.
For more cooking options, it also accepts an 8" round baking pan.
The tray has two positions: Either at the bottom of the pot for air fry and stovetop cooking or it sits elevated so to accommodate either water or a grain base with meats on the tray.
For more cooking options, it also accepts an 8" round baking pan.
The cooker is big enough for a meal for one or two. It will require at least two cooking sessions to air fry for a family with kids.
One of the functions is Steam & Crisp which is great for sauteed vegetables.
One of the first thing we cooked is cauliflower, fist steamed and then stir fried. It came as good as when cooked in the stove.
One of the first thing we cooked is cauliflower, fist steamed and then stir fried. It came as good as when cooked in the stove.
Ninja is a company headquartered in the US with a lot of their engineering and operations based in their Needham, Massachusetts offices.
Manufactured in China.
Manufactured in China.
Registering this was very easy. We already had an account with Ninja, so just took the QR code with the phone and it was done in less than a minute.
It comes with a recipe book and a QR code on the cooker points to additional videos and recipes.
Overall it's very convenient. Quicker than cooking on a stove and very easy to clean.
My wife and kids have been using it through the week and happy with it. We already replaced the dedicated stir-fryer as this does more.
My wife and kids have been using it through the week and happy with it. We already replaced the dedicated stir-fryer as this does more.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Get more out of your home theater setup with this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar. A 5-speaker with five amplifier setup delivers rich, big sound to your room, while the single-cable connection allows for fast, easy setup. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control, this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar lets you control the volume and power with the just sound of your voice.
Is pairing the Beam with 2 Play 5s and a Sub versus the Sub and 2 Sonos Ones an overkilI? I just purchased 2 Play 5s, 4 Sonos Ones, a Sub and the Beam and I am now having second thoughts on the original configuration/room location
It depends on your music tastes and budget :)
Keep in mind that these will act as surround speakers, so in this case you'll have surround speakers that are more powerful than the main speaker and that's not necessarily the best setup.
If I were contemplating such solution I'll stick with the Sonos Play for surround and use the Play:5 elsewhere as main speakers.
Keep in mind that these will act as surround speakers, so in this case you'll have surround speakers that are more powerful than the main speaker and that's not necessarily the best setup.
If I were contemplating such solution I'll stick with the Sonos Play for surround and use the Play:5 elsewhere as main speakers.
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Get more out of your home theater setup with this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar. A 5-speaker with five amplifier setup delivers rich, big sound to your room, while the single-cable connection allows for fast, easy setup. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control, this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar lets you control the volume and power with the just sound of your voice.
I have set up the beam and can turn off the tv with Alexa, but when I ask to have the tv turned on, it never turns on even though Alexa says it is done. What am I doing wrong? I have a TCL 49inc Roku tv. It is set up on both Sonos app and Alexa app.
It works for me, using a Hisense TV. "Alexa, Tun On TV", it turns on the TV connected to the Sonos Beam.
It could be an issue with the HDMI CEC configuration on your TV, or it could be that the phrase "Turn on TV" is configured on Alexa to do something else. Check on the Alexa app if there is a group, device or routine named either "TV" or "Turn on TV".
We have a Harmony hub remove already configured in another room and Alexa was turning that on instead when speaking to the Sonos. After renaming that activity via Harmony, then Alexa worked as intended on the soundbar.
It could be an issue with the HDMI CEC configuration on your TV, or it could be that the phrase "Turn on TV" is configured on Alexa to do something else. Check on the Alexa app if there is a group, device or routine named either "TV" or "Turn on TV".
We have a Harmony hub remove already configured in another room and Alexa was turning that on instead when speaking to the Sonos. After renaming that activity via Harmony, then Alexa worked as intended on the soundbar.
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Only @ Best BuyListen to music with this sweat- and dust-resistant wireless Jabra Elite headset. It connects via USB, mini-jack or Bluetooth, and a powerful microphone lets you use voice commands with your mobile device. This Jabra Elite headset reduces background noise and has a built-in motion sensor that lets you track fitness efforts.
Can an owner of the original non active 65t comment on the fit and stability difference with the active version? Curious if that and the extra IP rating is worth a look, or negligible.
I have both. (The second pair is for my wife). They are the same size, shape and weight. Besides slight color differences, the Active have a rubberized texture on the earbuds and on the charging case. The manufacturer's web site also indicates that it has a motion sensor, but I have not seen any difference when using the iOS app.
The silicon gel pieces look the same as the standard model. Battery life and other features are the same.
I've been using the standard model since it came out and the Actives for a few days, and didn't notice any difference in how they fit on my ears.
See the pictures of both models side by side. Active are on the right
The silicon gel pieces look the same as the standard model. Battery life and other features are the same.
I've been using the standard model since it came out and the Actives for a few days, and didn't notice any difference in how they fit on my ears.
See the pictures of both models side by side. Active are on the right
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Only @ Best BuyListen to music with this sweat- and dust-resistant wireless Jabra Elite headset. It connects via USB, mini-jack or Bluetooth, and a powerful microphone lets you use voice commands with your mobile device. This Jabra Elite headset reduces background noise and has a built-in motion sensor that lets you track fitness efforts.
Does both earbuds stay functional with audio when you talk? Can you hear stereo sound (not mono) when you talk?
Yes, on phone calls, audio comes from both earbuds. Also each earbud has two mics, and uses the mic array to isolate ambient noise
6 years ago
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emiliosic
Clean your home with voice command or app-based programs by using this Samsung robot vacuum. Its digital camera and nine sensors let it find its way around, avoiding obstacles and mapping the most efficient path through your home. Wi-Fi connects this powerful Samsung robot vacuum to your smart home systems.
Can this robot machine vacuum carpet for one hour?
yes, cleaning cycles last for about one hour to 90 minutes
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Listen to your playlist in peace with these Sony headphones. They have a 40mm dome driver to deliver the full depth of audio, and the noise cancelling feature minimizes outside disturbances for a better listening experience. These Sony headphones have a battery life of up to 30 hours for extended jam sessions.
Can these headphones work as noise cancelling without having to be connected to the phone (like the Bose)?
Listen to your playlist in peace with these Sony headphones. They have a 40mm dome driver to deliver the full depth of audio, and the noise cancelling feature minimizes outside disturbances for a better listening experience. These Sony headphones have a battery life of up to 30 hours for extended jam sessions.
Will these head phones need to be connected tot he phone to use the noise cancelling function or can they operate as noise cancelling headphones whithout having to be connected to anything?
the noise cancelling does work without a connection
6 years, 7 months ago
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Listen to your playlist in peace with these Sony headphones. They have a 40mm dome driver to deliver the full depth of audio, and the noise cancelling feature minimizes outside disturbances for a better listening experience. These Sony headphones have a battery life of up to 30 hours for extended jam sessions.
Does the quick attention mode turn on when you rest your head against the the side of the airplane or headrest ? If so, can this feature be turned off ?
No, it doesn't activate when laying on a pillow, etc.
It must detect induction from the body, so a pillow doesn't trigger it.
The feature cannot be turned off.
It must detect induction from the body, so a pillow doesn't trigger it.
The feature cannot be turned off.
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Listen to your playlist in peace with these Sony headphones. They have a 40mm dome driver to deliver the full depth of audio, and the noise cancelling feature minimizes outside disturbances for a better listening experience. These Sony headphones have a battery life of up to 30 hours for extended jam sessions.
Let’s say the battery dies and I connect with a wire. Will noise cancelling work? I know Bose QC35 will provide a sound but no noise cancelling on that case. What about Sony?
Listen to your playlist in peace with these Sony headphones. They have a 40mm dome driver to deliver the full depth of audio, and the noise cancelling feature minimizes outside disturbances for a better listening experience. These Sony headphones have a battery life of up to 30 hours for extended jam sessions.
Does the recently unveiled new version of MDR-1000x (WH-1000XM2) support multiple bluetooth connections as does Bose's QC 35 and all the other high-end wireless headphones? That was the only reason I haven't purchased the MDR-1000x.
It does remember multiple BT connections, and can connect to a music profile and audio(phone) profile simultaneously, but not to two music streams simultaneously.
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