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The Inspiron range of laptops and 2-in1s are thoughtfully designed so you can stay connected wherever you are, with long-lasting battery life, these chic, lightweight devices can seamlessly connect your PC and smartphone with Dell Mobile Connect’s wireless integration. Equipped with the latest processors, graphics, and thermal solutions; your PC runs quickly and smoothly as you connect with confidence. Optimized with technology that simplifies your life, Inspiron laptops and 2-in-1s offer a range of easy-to-use features all packaged in a minimalist and modern design. A newly designed and ergonomically positioned lift hinge increases comfort for a better typing experience when on chat, writing lengthy emails or connecting to your world. And that’s not all, your Inspiron, is now environmentally conscious – The Inspiron compliments not just your style but also your values.
Customer Rating
4
Right sized laptop / tablet
on August 16, 2021
Posted by: emiliosic
from Wakefield, MA
This is a very compact and practical Windows laptop geared towards everyday use.
Upgrading from an older 15" Dell Inspirion, this laptop is slightly shorter.
The 14" screen, with a resolution of 1920x1080 (16:9 HD) doesn't have a big frame like other computers so the screen takes most of the top cover, with relatively thin bezels around it.
Because of that, it's shorter than most laptops making it easier to carry, it just feels better holding it in one hand, and fits better in a backpack.
The 14" screen, with a resolution of 1920x1080 (16:9 HD) doesn't have a big frame like other computers so the screen takes most of the top cover, with relatively thin bezels around it.
Because of that, it's shorter than most laptops making it easier to carry, it just feels better holding it in one hand, and fits better in a backpack.
The shell is all metal, with a light aluminum finish on the top and the bottom (keyboard) part of darker aluminum, with the bottom cover also in light aluminum finish. Overall it looks great.
The keyboard has nice depth, and is dark grey (instead of silver or black as usual). The top right key is actually the power button and fingerprint sensor.
The fingerprint sensor accepts one finger and it works very well.
The keyboard has nice depth, and is dark grey (instead of silver or black as usual). The top right key is actually the power button and fingerprint sensor.
The fingerprint sensor accepts one finger and it works very well.
The laptop turns itself upon opening the lid and loads Windows 10 very fast.
Powered off, takes less than 20 seconds to be logged in with the fingerprint, so it's very fast for windows. Much faster if it was sleep, not powered off.
Powered off, takes less than 20 seconds to be logged in with the fingerprint, so it's very fast for windows. Much faster if it was sleep, not powered off.
8 GB RAM, 11th Gen i5 and a fast SSD makes it a quick laptop for daily use.
While the embedded video (Intel Iris Xe) works well for office work and light gaming, the embedded video is much better than it was a few years ago.
While the embedded video (Intel Iris Xe) works well for office work and light gaming, the embedded video is much better than it was a few years ago.
Power is via USB-C, comes with a 65W charger, and also has a barrel-type connector that has been in use in other Dell laptops for years.
Connectors:
Left:
- (Barrel type) power connector
- HDMI ver 1.4
- USB 3 type A (Standard)
- USB-C
Right:
- Headphones / Mic 3.5 mm connector
- USB 3 type A
- Micro SD card reader (Like in some Android phones).
Left:
- (Barrel type) power connector
- HDMI ver 1.4
- USB 3 type A (Standard)
- USB-C
Right:
- Headphones / Mic 3.5 mm connector
- USB 3 type A
- Micro SD card reader (Like in some Android phones).
The camera is 720p, and works acceptably well in low-light. There is an actual shutter between the camera and the front glass, with tiny, almost invisible slider on top of the glass. It's mechanical, not electronic, so the camera is still on while the shutter is on.
Also, keep in mind this is a 2-in-one, meaning the hinges folds fully so the screen can be used as a tablet. In this mode, the keyboard is disabled and one can use the touchscreen keyboard.
It appears to accept a Windows-compatible stylus pen, which I expect to get soon.
Windows detects it's in tablet mode and the windows bar changes accordingly.
It also detects orientation so it can be used horizontally or vertically or upside-down, as an A-Frame.
Another nice feature is that the hinges arch backwards when the lid is on, so it vents better from the bottom cover being more quiet.
It appears to accept a Windows-compatible stylus pen, which I expect to get soon.
Windows detects it's in tablet mode and the windows bar changes accordingly.
It also detects orientation so it can be used horizontally or vertically or upside-down, as an A-Frame.
Another nice feature is that the hinges arch backwards when the lid is on, so it vents better from the bottom cover being more quiet.
What I do not like about this laptop is that is has only one USB-C connector that's also used for power, so consider also carrying a portable dock so it can be powered on and use USB-C for data or to connect to a monitor.
Also, while mane devices with Intel 11th gen CPU, like this, have a newer USB4/Thunderbolt connector, this still carries a single USB-C 3, limiting it from using higher-end storage or using it with an external video card, so this limits it somewhat.
I'm able to use it with an external monitor, and charge it at the same time, and use a wired gigabit ethernet using a portable USB-C dock, but it did not recognize the Thunderbolt dock I have on a work setup.
Also, while mane devices with Intel 11th gen CPU, like this, have a newer USB4/Thunderbolt connector, this still carries a single USB-C 3, limiting it from using higher-end storage or using it with an external video card, so this limits it somewhat.
I'm able to use it with an external monitor, and charge it at the same time, and use a wired gigabit ethernet using a portable USB-C dock, but it did not recognize the Thunderbolt dock I have on a work setup.
Wi-Fi is type Wi-Fi 6 (AX) and measured 200 Mbps upload and download, while getting gigabit through an ethernet USB-C dock, on the same network.
The initial setup was fairly quick and straightforward with Windows 10, except it has to reboot countless times between the initial setup and all the required software updates and Dell firmware upgrades as well, but this is no different than any other Windows 10 setup.
It comes with a bunch of Dell utility tools and thankfully not much in term of 'bundled' software except for McAfee that I had to remove after initial setup, and did not prompt me if I wanted it. This and another Dell advertisement tool, it came without any other unwanted software.
It comes with a bunch of Dell utility tools and thankfully not much in term of 'bundled' software except for McAfee that I had to remove after initial setup, and did not prompt me if I wanted it. This and another Dell advertisement tool, it came without any other unwanted software.
Although I particularly much preferred it came with a Thunderbolt port, this is a good, reliable laptop and really like the narrower form-factor and that the screen covers most of the frame without large bezels like on previous models.
It's much improved from previous generations of Inspirion laptops.
It's much improved from previous generations of Inspirion laptops.
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Oh, the places you’ll go! And the times you’ll share and treasure, all captured with your Polaroid Go. Pocket-sized and built to go go go wherever adventure takes you. Get to know a more grownup instant camera featuring artful double exposure, selfie mirror, and a self-timer for the days you step inside the frame. The Everything Box also includes 2 packs of film.
Customer Rating
3
Fun little camera for special occasions
on August 3, 2021
Posted by: emiliosic
from Wakefield, MA
It's a nice little instant camera. Fits easily in a backpack for a day trip.
Pictures are small, at about 2x2 in. They easily fit in a wallet.
Pictures are small, at about 2x2 in. They easily fit in a wallet.
Really point and shoot. The only option is flash on or off.
It charges via Micro-USB and it should last many photo cartridges.
Each cartridge hold 8 photos.
There is a small counter indicating how many pictures are left and if the flash is on.
It charges via Micro-USB and it should last many photo cartridges.
Each cartridge hold 8 photos.
There is a small counter indicating how many pictures are left and if the flash is on.
The pictures come out with a heavy vintage grain and discolored.
Both indoors and outdoors the results seem to be the same.
Both indoors and outdoors the results seem to be the same.
Indoor pictures can be a bit dark.
Close-ups of different objects will come out blurry, even though it looks good through the viewfinder.
Outdoors it works better, although it will still be grainy.
Selfies or otherwise faces at a close distance works better, and this is what this camera is mostly for.
Close-ups of different objects will come out blurry, even though it looks good through the viewfinder.
Outdoors it works better, although it will still be grainy.
Selfies or otherwise faces at a close distance works better, and this is what this camera is mostly for.
It's really fun to use, but don't expect great pictures.
This is mostly a 'Selfie with Friends' type of camera, and taking it for what it is, it's fun to use.
This is mostly a 'Selfie with Friends' type of camera, and taking it for what it is, it's fun to use.
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Enjoy extended storage for your smartphone with this 512GB SanDisk SDDDC4-512G-A46 flash drive. The dual USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors enable quick transfer of documents between devices, while the all-metal housing with a cover can swivel to provide protection to the connectors. This SanDisk flash drive can be attached to a key ring for portability during your out-of-office assignments.
Customer Rating
4
Very compact, huge capacity
on July 25, 2021
Posted by: emiliosic
from Wakefield, MA
This is very compact, with an all-metal case. On one side it's USB-C and USB-A on the other.
Speeds is what one would expect from modern USB storage devices (AJA System Test):
Write: about 50 MB/s
Read: about 145 MB/s
Write: about 50 MB/s
Read: about 145 MB/s
Comes pre-formatted with Fat32, with a PDF with a link to SanDisk MemoryZone on Android's Play Store, and the same android APK to side-load.
It's about universally compatible: Works with Android, MacOS, Windows, iOS (With Apple's Camera adapter unless on iPad Pros, which works directly), Android and Chromebook.
Works on my older (USB) MacBook Pro, newer (2017, USBC-C Thunderbolt), new Chromebook (Intel 11th gen, Thunderbolt 4).
I can use it on all my devices.
Some small issues:
- It gets quite hot. This also happens with other USB drives, but it's worth noting.
- Connecting the USB-C side to a computer sticks out too much, it's not flush. Same happened on MacBook, PC (Dell) and Chromebook, so it's clearly the drive's design.
- Because of the double-ended design, there are no caps to protect the connectors from dust.
- It gets quite hot. This also happens with other USB drives, but it's worth noting.
- Connecting the USB-C side to a computer sticks out too much, it's not flush. Same happened on MacBook, PC (Dell) and Chromebook, so it's clearly the drive's design.
- Because of the double-ended design, there are no caps to protect the connectors from dust.
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The electric kettle that pours as good as it looks! Uniting stunning design with thoughtful features and a simplistic user interface, Fellow’s Stagg EKG packs a powerful punch. Since different coffees and brew methods require different water temperatures, a home brewer needs complete control in order to perfect recipes. Simply press down on Stagg EKG’s dial to turn the kettle on and twist the dial to set your goal temperature. With a 1200 watt quick-heating element and a unique PID sensor system, Stagg EKG’s to-the-degree temperature control lets you select the exact temperature from 135°F to 212°F. The base also has two switches to toggle between Celsius and Fahrenheit, as well as a toggle for HOLD mode to keep your water hot for 60 minutes. To engage the Brew Stopwatch on the high-res LCD screen to time your pour-over, press and hold on the dial. A counterbalanced handle and fluted spout tip make imprecise pouring a thing of the past.
Customer Rating
5
Functional design, precise temperature control
on June 30, 2021
Posted by: emiliosic
from Wakefield, MA
This kettle is much form as it is functional.
Let's just say it looks great (And it comes in several color options), so it's something people would like to 'show off' in the kitchen.
Let's just say it looks great (And it comes in several color options), so it's something people would like to 'show off' in the kitchen.
The base is a perfect square, very minimalistic with a matrix display on one corner that is barely noticeable when off, and a single control knob on the other. On the rear of the base there's the power cable and two switches: One for the hold function and other for the F/C reading setting.
The kettle is all metal, except for its base where it holds the heating element, and the handle is a high-quality plastic (for my black model) or real wood for other color options. The manufacturer also sells replacement handles in walnut or maple if you feel like splurging on a wooden handle.
The gooseneck design and the balanced handle allows for a very precise and steady pouring. This design manages to make it comfortable to hold while pouring, and the narrow gooseneck lets pour the right volume of water.
The precise temperature control is incredible, with precision up to a single degree. It uses a 'PID Controller', which is a system used in industrial applications. Basically, it continuously measures the current water temperature and adjusts the power level appropriately to reach the target temperature, without 'overshooting' like conventional kettles.
Why is this precision important? Coffee burns acid at the boiling temperature of 212 degrees, but is much less acid if brewed around 190-195 F.
So this kettle is ideal for pour over, which is basically pouring the coffee beans into a (paper) filter, let it bloom with a bit of water (this is key to control acidity), wait about 30 seconds to let the beans air out the acid chemicals and then slowly pour in circles for an even brew, into a decanter or mug.
So this kettle is ideal for pour over, which is basically pouring the coffee beans into a (paper) filter, let it bloom with a bit of water (this is key to control acidity), wait about 30 seconds to let the beans air out the acid chemicals and then slowly pour in circles for an even brew, into a decanter or mug.
I can now consistently get brew my coffee without heartburn and tastes great.
The hold function (switch on the back) sets it to keep the water temperature for up to 1 hour.
Also note that holding on the knob activates a brewing stopwatch. They though of everything.
Also note that holding on the knob activates a brewing stopwatch. They though of everything.
Now the tea drinker in the house also loves this kettle, so much that we put away the tea kettle and just use this exclusively. The temperature control also works great for different teas that need to brew at different temperatures (212 F for black tea also works great with this kettle).
There are a couple of considerations however: Because it's all metal, the body of the kettle gets uncomfortably hot, and particularly, the cover has vent holes so it gets too hot to remove without using kitchen mittens. Also pressing the on button sometimes does not turn on the kettle. I found that pressing the button, lifting the kettle and pressing it again works. Not sure if this quirk is a safety feature, but I did not find an explanation for it on the manual.
Overall, if you're nearly obsessed about good coffee, a precision kettle makes a big difference, and reduces the acidity of the brewed coffee, and let's be honest, it looks great.
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The Shark Air Purifier 6 with Anti-Allergen Multi-Filter uses Clean Sense IQ technology to constantly track air quality and auto-adjust power. It delivers clean air with 6 powerful, quiet fans and anti-allergen HEPA filtration with advanced odor & fumes protection.
Customer Rating
4
Quiet and powerful, automatic
on June 26, 2021
Posted by: emiliosic
from Wakefield, MA
We have air purifiers in different parts of the house, due to allergies, so I've seen a few models.
The unique factor with this is that instead of using a single fan, that is either very large or spins fast, this has six small fans spread through the body of the unit.
The first benefit is that is much quieter, so I can leave it running all night bedside, and it's barely audible.
It's also compact, width-wise, although taller than many others. Being short in width allows me to leave it close to the wall, between windows and does not protrude as much.
The unique factor with this is that instead of using a single fan, that is either very large or spins fast, this has six small fans spread through the body of the unit.
The first benefit is that is much quieter, so I can leave it running all night bedside, and it's barely audible.
It's also compact, width-wise, although taller than many others. Being short in width allows me to leave it close to the wall, between windows and does not protrude as much.
It has an air quality sensor, measuring different particle sizes, and provides and overall 'air score' where 100 is the most clean. The display shows different measurements, and a color ring changes from blue (clean) to yellow (moderate) to red (bad) depending on the air quality.
With this data, in auto mode, it adjusts four different speeds on the fans (all at the same speed) depending on how much air if needs to circulate.
With this data, in auto mode, it adjusts four different speeds on the fans (all at the same speed) depending on how much air if needs to circulate.
The air intake is through the filters, on the back of the unit and spreads the cleaned air on both left and right sides.
The front is polished plastic. (This model is black, they also have it in white). The top is also glossy with a clear plastic on top of black, where it has the main screen and touch controls. I don't find it aesthetically pleasing. It's rather utilitarian looking, but this all depends on how and where it's used.
The front is polished plastic. (This model is black, they also have it in white). The top is also glossy with a clear plastic on top of black, where it has the main screen and touch controls. I don't find it aesthetically pleasing. It's rather utilitarian looking, but this all depends on how and where it's used.
The touch controls are actually very responsive. I had other appliances that are a pain to operate touch controls but this got it just right. There's an on/off, speed level or auto, timer and screen brightness. Also a filter reset.
The filter is one piece with three layers: Dust filter, HEPA filter and carbon filter. It's single piece with all the filters bonded together and it goes in one way only. It's very easy to swap the filter.
Screens: For some inexplicable reason, this fan has two screens that shows a clean score and the color ring. The screen on top also has the controls and the one in the front has the same information without the controls. It's a feature so it can be seen from any direction but it's really a design quirk. It's fine and very useful, but I don't like that the unit has no light sensor. It can be set to bright, medium and off. The medium setting is distracting at night, so after a few days I turned the screens off. Other units have a light sensor that adjusts the screen automatically. It's a small detail in these high-end purifiers but this, that has two screen doesn't have it.
Remote control: It has a nicely designed remote control, with a big on/off button and all the other controls. Looks modern and works well, with nicely arranged buttons. It comes with its bell (watch type) battery, which I'd expect would last for years. It has no app or phone/cloud connectivity (And frankly, does not need to).
I noticed that if the unit is on, unplug it and then plug it back on, it returns to it's previous setting. This is great so I could use an appliance switch if I want to with this.
Packaging was good, without excess of cardboard, the necessary amounts of bag and no Styrofoam (Which regardless of not being recyclable, invariably makes a mess when removing, with irritating noises). So props for thought-of packaging.
The unit was manufactured in China, however SharkNinja operates from, and designs its own products in Needham, Massachusetts.
Overall it's a great unit. Seems well built and it is exceptionally quiet. It's also not bulky although it's wide and tall. I'm happy so say I can keep this bed-side running all day, being quiet.
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Acer’s Intel® Evo™ platform-based Chromebook Spin 713 is ideal for heavy multitasking since it comes with powerful specs, long battery life, plenty of storage and enough ports for external monitors and accessories. Designed to give users a premium experience with increased speeds from the 11th Gen Intel® Core™ i5 processor, this sleek convertible features a vivid, 13.5” 2K IPS VertiView touch display with vivid Intel® Iris® Xe graphics, a long-lasting and quick-chargeable battery, and speedy Chrome OS performance. At just over 3 lbs., this sleek machine is faster than ever. It features a built-in HDMI port, two USB Type-C™ Ports with Thunderbolt™ 4, a backlit keyboard and a unique 3:2 ratio display—that delivers an extra 18% more vertical space—making work and play more fun and extra easy on the eyes! The 360° durable hinge provides four different modes for you to enjoy. And this awesome Chromebook is fitted with a high-quality, military-grade tested aluminum chassis!
Posted by: emiliosic
from Wakefield, MA
This is by any means a premium machine with state of the art specs, that happens to run Chrome OS:
• The screen is a high-resolution: 2256 x 1504 pixels, giving it a 3:2 aspect ratio, with a 2K resolution. This is the same as newer Surface laptops and others that are moving away from 16:9 (1080p) form-factor, which is much better for editing documents, and while watching movies, I appreciate the controls remain outside the viewing area.
• Tablet mode: The 'Spin' in the name indicates this is a convertible laptop, so when folded with the screen on top, the keyboard becomes disabled, and one uses it via touchscreen. The screen has a gorilla glass (like phones), and the OS detects this mode by maximizing every window and showing the touch keyboard when necessary.
• The keys are island style, backlit, with the ChromeOS distribution: No command/windows key, and the caps-lock becomes the search key. It's very comfortable to type with.
• Trackpad is large and responsive, with a smooth glass surface. Very nice to work with.
• Ports: On the left, there are two thunderbolt 4, one HDMI and audio jack. On the right, the power, USB-A 3, Micro-SD slot and volume keys (To use mostly in tablet mode)
• The sound (With DTS label) comes from two speakers on the underside – front. It took me a while to get used to hear the sound coming from the bottom but it works.
• Charging is via one of the thunderbolt/USB-C ports. It comes with a large, typical laptop-size charger that has an USB-C port, and also worked by charging from an USB-C dock.
• Wi-Fi: Supports WiFi 6. I was able to get around 300 Mb up and down on a gigabit internet, using SpeedTest from the Play Store.
• Storage is via an M2 type SSD: 240 GB.
• RAM is 8 GB.
• Bluetooth 5.0.
• The CPU is an 11th gen Intel Core i5, and is 'Evo' compliant: Evo is an approval mark by Intel for systems that support current state of the art specs like higher-end Intel embedded graphics, Thunderbolt 4 and WiFi 6, with over 9 hours battery life.
• The screen is a high-resolution: 2256 x 1504 pixels, giving it a 3:2 aspect ratio, with a 2K resolution. This is the same as newer Surface laptops and others that are moving away from 16:9 (1080p) form-factor, which is much better for editing documents, and while watching movies, I appreciate the controls remain outside the viewing area.
• Tablet mode: The 'Spin' in the name indicates this is a convertible laptop, so when folded with the screen on top, the keyboard becomes disabled, and one uses it via touchscreen. The screen has a gorilla glass (like phones), and the OS detects this mode by maximizing every window and showing the touch keyboard when necessary.
• The keys are island style, backlit, with the ChromeOS distribution: No command/windows key, and the caps-lock becomes the search key. It's very comfortable to type with.
• Trackpad is large and responsive, with a smooth glass surface. Very nice to work with.
• Ports: On the left, there are two thunderbolt 4, one HDMI and audio jack. On the right, the power, USB-A 3, Micro-SD slot and volume keys (To use mostly in tablet mode)
• The sound (With DTS label) comes from two speakers on the underside – front. It took me a while to get used to hear the sound coming from the bottom but it works.
• Charging is via one of the thunderbolt/USB-C ports. It comes with a large, typical laptop-size charger that has an USB-C port, and also worked by charging from an USB-C dock.
• Wi-Fi: Supports WiFi 6. I was able to get around 300 Mb up and down on a gigabit internet, using SpeedTest from the Play Store.
• Storage is via an M2 type SSD: 240 GB.
• RAM is 8 GB.
• Bluetooth 5.0.
• The CPU is an 11th gen Intel Core i5, and is 'Evo' compliant: Evo is an approval mark by Intel for systems that support current state of the art specs like higher-end Intel embedded graphics, Thunderbolt 4 and WiFi 6, with over 9 hours battery life.
Because the ports are Thunderbolt, I was able to use two 1080p monitors connected to a single thunderbolt dock (which uses USB-C Alt mode, like Macs) and also, separately, used a portable generic USB-C dock to drive an external display, keyboard and mouse.
The laptop also has a web camera. I didn't find it to be too impressive, but works. I used it with Zoom (Chrome app) and it works well as long as there is adequate lightning.
ChromeOS:
Although initially it was basically a way to run the chrome web browser, within the last few years it can also run Android apps. Many android apps work well within a laptop screen, and with Intel 64-bit CPUs.
And now in beta, it also runs Debian Linux within a Virtual Machine, which also supports complex GUI applications like Microsoft Visual Studio Code. This works by either using apt-get from the Linux console or by downloading a .deb package.
So within Chrome apps, Android and Linux there isn't much it cannot do.
Although initially it was basically a way to run the chrome web browser, within the last few years it can also run Android apps. Many android apps work well within a laptop screen, and with Intel 64-bit CPUs.
And now in beta, it also runs Debian Linux within a Virtual Machine, which also supports complex GUI applications like Microsoft Visual Studio Code. This works by either using apt-get from the Linux console or by downloading a .deb package.
So within Chrome apps, Android and Linux there isn't much it cannot do.
ChromeOS is generally very secure, and is fairly straightforward to restore the laptop to like it came from the factory. Much of the system is 'read-only', and that makes it more resilient.
Keep in mind that ChromeOS, for much of its functionality requires internet connectivity, although there's plenty that can also be done offline as well.
Also keep in mind that Google collects plenty of data from Chrome. In return, a lot of what’s done on the device is backed up and synced into Google's cloud, so working on different devices or replacing a Chromebook is also a lot simpler.
Also keep in mind that Google collects plenty of data from Chrome. In return, a lot of what’s done on the device is backed up and synced into Google's cloud, so working on different devices or replacing a Chromebook is also a lot simpler.
Overall, I'm very impressed with this laptop and how capable ChromeOS is while being very secure.
The multiple-personality of the system running Chrome and web applications, Android and Linux is great but there are occasionally some rough areas in how these coexist, although it's been very good overall and it keeps improving.
So in this way I'd prefer ChromeOS to an Android tablet.
The multiple-personality of the system running Chrome and web applications, Android and Linux is great but there are occasionally some rough areas in how these coexist, although it's been very good overall and it keeps improving.
So in this way I'd prefer ChromeOS to an Android tablet.
The hardware in this laptop is top of the line. Consider this if looking for a premium Chromebook or a high-end Android tablet.
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Dyson's latest purifiers combine intelligent sensing with an advanced filtration system. Three phases of purification sit within a fully sealed filtration and airflow system. So what goes inside, stays inside. A solid-state formaldehyde sensor and a unique catalytic filter detect and continuously destroy formaldehyde¹, an activated carbon filter removes gases and odors and a HEPA filter captures 99.97% of particles 0.3 microns in size. Then powerful Air Multiplier technology purifies, heats the whole room and cools you.²
Customer Rating
4
The smartest purifier, but mechanics needs work
on May 12, 2021
Posted by: emiliosic
from Wakefield, MA
Dyson fans and air purifiers have a distinctive look with a 'bladeless' diffuser with a fan hidden in the body. It's as much practical as it is a statement.
Besides the distinctive looks, I'm impressed on how much it does and how well the design is in respect to the logic in its functions:
- At the same time it purifies the air, it can also work as a heater, by setting the desired target temperature via it's remote control (and only via the remote control).
- Extensive air quality monitor, including amount of small particles (allergens, etc), larger particles like pollen, Formaldehyde (from decaying plastics), VOCs (Like sprays) and NO2 (Anything that generates smoke).
- Accurate temperature and humidity sensors.
- It can oscillate or rotate it via the remote or phone app, with several angles to choose from.
- It can blow air either from the front or the rear sides, and can be changed from the remote or app.
- It can also tilt up and down (manually).
- Extensive controls via phone app.
- At the same time it purifies the air, it can also work as a heater, by setting the desired target temperature via it's remote control (and only via the remote control).
- Extensive air quality monitor, including amount of small particles (allergens, etc), larger particles like pollen, Formaldehyde (from decaying plastics), VOCs (Like sprays) and NO2 (Anything that generates smoke).
- Accurate temperature and humidity sensors.
- It can oscillate or rotate it via the remote or phone app, with several angles to choose from.
- It can blow air either from the front or the rear sides, and can be changed from the remote or app.
- It can also tilt up and down (manually).
- Extensive controls via phone app.
I was eager to use this in our older, but extensively remodeled home for its Formaldehyde sensor, and I'm glad it did not detect anything noticeable (Have occasionally severe allergies so our central heat has MERV13 filters, so it likely already picks up most allergens).
However, while using a spray in another room to clear a glass table, it immediately picked up the fumes from it and spun into a faster speed.
However, while using a spray in another room to clear a glass table, it immediately picked up the fumes from it and spun into a faster speed.
There is a small circular screen on the center (Slightly larger than a watch) which is very easy to read and provides air quality charts and everything else. It also has a light sensor so the screen dims depending on the lighting, and also has a night mode that turns it off while the purified goes into its quietest mode.
The phone app is excellent. It provides very nice graphics of the various sensors with great detail. Also it can control everything on the purifier except the heat, which is unfortunate (because of an US regulation -- See image on the review).
While the purifier works stand-alone, using the phone app requires registering with a Dyson account. Pairing the unit with the account is very simple, via Bluetooth getting the phone near it.
While the purifier works stand-alone, using the phone app requires registering with a Dyson account. Pairing the unit with the account is very simple, via Bluetooth getting the phone near it.
It also integrates well with Amazon Alexa, which can voice control several functions and most of the controls (Except heat) are available via Amazon Echo screens or the Alexa app as well.
Other integrations leave a lot to be desired: For Google Home it only allows on or off. SmartThings is not supported. For Apple, HomeKit is also not available but it does support Siri shortcuts.
Local home automations integrations are not officially supported but within hours of setting up the purifier, found that it actually works with MQTT, and there is good information online.
Other integrations leave a lot to be desired: For Google Home it only allows on or off. SmartThings is not supported. For Apple, HomeKit is also not available but it does support Siri shortcuts.
Local home automations integrations are not officially supported but within hours of setting up the purifier, found that it actually works with MQTT, and there is good information online.
The filters are very easy to replace. They come in two halves that go around the base of the unit, so two semi-circle HEPA filters with integrated carbon filters and two catalyst meshes (that are removable but not consumable). I found it very easy to remove the filters. Note that the HEPA and carbon filters are in one single piece.
The biggest drawbacks, and important is that the internal fan is very small, and so while it jets the air out, it doesn't produce as much of a breeze as a fan. Other air filters seem to move much more air.
It can also get very noisy: It's usually very quiet, but sometimes, even at one of the lowest speeds, it makes a high pitch rattle that I can hear from another room.
Also, a minor peeve: The power plug is 3 inches long, and because of the heater, the power cable is very thick and stiff, so the power cable cannot be hidden behind furniture if plugging it directly onto the wall (which it should).
This unit was made in Malaysia.
It can also get very noisy: It's usually very quiet, but sometimes, even at one of the lowest speeds, it makes a high pitch rattle that I can hear from another room.
Also, a minor peeve: The power plug is 3 inches long, and because of the heater, the power cable is very thick and stiff, so the power cable cannot be hidden behind furniture if plugging it directly onto the wall (which it should).
This unit was made in Malaysia.
Overall, It's a great machine, but I expected it would be quieter, with better airflow at this price.
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Enjoy astonishing sound with this breakthrough portable speaker. Stream music and more over WiFi at home and listen on the go with Bluetooth. Get up to 10 hours of battery life. Easily control the sound with the Sonos app, your voice, and Apple AirPlay 2. Create a whole-home sound system with multiple Sonos speakers.
Posted by: emiliosic
from Wakefield, MA
We already have a Sonos soundbar, so I'm already familiar with the Sonos S2 system.
First, this speaker is smaller than what I expected. It's easy to hold with one hand.
It does everything other Sonos speakers do in terms of controls, it has an all-day battery (about 10 hours), and also works like a Bluetooth speaker when outside the house.
It does everything other Sonos speakers do in terms of controls, it has an all-day battery (about 10 hours), and also works like a Bluetooth speaker when outside the house.
Sound quality: Excellent; having used many speakers and headphones over the past few years, this speaker truly punches above it's size. A single speaker can fill a regular-sized room at a comfortable level. The tonal quality is comparable to other Sonos speakers: When in sync, the sound, accounting for output volume, is comparable in quality to larger speakers. It does not have the tinny metallic sound that plague other portable speakers. It's sound is warm with a good amount of bass that's not overpowering.
Charging: USB-C or wireless (Qi) charging. It comes with an USB-C to USB-A cable, and works fine with the cables we already have. Qi charging works fine placing the speaker vertically on the charger's base. Sonos has a dedicated charger shaped like a triangle matching the speaker with magnets, but it does not come with the speaker. That's extra.
Audio sources: Bluetooth, like any other portable speaker, and Wi-Fi, as part of the Sonos S2 system, which works directly with Apple's Airplay, the Sonos controller, which is practically universally compatible with every single music service, including all the major sources and everyone else I can think of, and local network sources (via Sonos controller on a computer).
Voice assistants: Choice of Amazon Alexa or Google. It can be changed from the phone at any time, and the mic can also be muted. Alexa can play any source including from Apple Music, when linked.
Controls: Besides controlling it from a phone or PC, has simple built-in controls: Mic mute, volume up/down and play. Pressing play twice skips, pressing it three times goes back to the previous sound.
On the side there is a power button. Here's where it becomes a bit more complicated: Press it once, and turns on or goes into sleep mode. Hold it a bit longer and goes into bluetooth pairing mode. Keep on holding it and turns off.
The 'sleep' mode is a bit tricky, and it draws about 10% of the battery overnight if not turned off. The difference is that it can be woken up from the Sonos app, so the WiFi is not completely off, but in low-power mode. This doesn't seem to be configurable, at least not yet.
On the side there is a power button. Here's where it becomes a bit more complicated: Press it once, and turns on or goes into sleep mode. Hold it a bit longer and goes into bluetooth pairing mode. Keep on holding it and turns off.
The 'sleep' mode is a bit tricky, and it draws about 10% of the battery overnight if not turned off. The difference is that it can be woken up from the Sonos app, so the WiFi is not completely off, but in low-power mode. This doesn't seem to be configurable, at least not yet.
Trueplay: It uses the microphones to adjust sound settings based on the room or area where it is located. It works even when the voice assistant is muted. For example, moving it inside a shelf, it adjusts how it sounds.
Handoff: Sonos had this feature from the app for some time and it works great, but now with this speaker, it works seamlessly by holding the play button while next to another Sonos S2 speaker. It works without skipping a bit transferring whatever it's playing to the other speaker. I was impressed how well it works.
Hold the play button again and both speakers are now playing.
Move away and Hold play again and it transfers back to this speaker.
Hold the play button again and both speakers are now playing.
Move away and Hold play again and it transfers back to this speaker.
Waterproof: IP67 rating means it plays even while under water.
Bluetooth works well with my iPhone. Pairs with no problem. However it's limited to playing music, and the mic on the speaker does not work for phone calls, so it cannot be used as a table speakerphone. Also it does not seems support stereo pairing via Bluetooth.
Overall: This is excellent. Great sound at a tiny footprint. It's not just a portable speaker, it's a full member of the Sonos system that is portable and also works as a Bluetooth speaker.
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Enjoy espressos, lattes and cappuccinos, just the way you like, with the KitchenAid® Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine with Automatic Milk Frother Attachment. This is the first residential espresso machine that features dual, smart temperature sensors, that maintain the perfect brewing temperature shot after shot. The fast-heating thermocoil technology heats water up to the ideal brewing temperature in less 45 seconds. And, the low pressure pre-infusion and 15-bar Italian pump work together to make a deliciously rich, thick crema.The included Automatic Milk Frother Attachment, attaches to the KitchenAid® Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine and prepares milk for delicious lattes and cappuccinos. Programmable dosing and a variable micro-foam adjuster allow you to adjust the milk amount and texture to match your taste and preference.
Customer Rating
5
Consistent espresso with lots of crema
on April 15, 2021
Posted by: emiliosic
from Wakefield, MA
Espressos that taste as good as the neighborhood coffee shops.
For comparing the results on this machine, I'd like to use either Illy or Lavazza coffees.
For reference, I'm using Lavazza's 'Crema e Gusto' classico.
Two shots produce a smooth but strong coffee with plenty of crema.
As advertised, this machine claims to have a more precise temperature control, and indeed the coffee has a smooth taste without the bitterness that's produced when the water is too hot.
The crema is a byproduct of the oils in the coffee. The machine first moist the basket, lets it simmer and then applies pressure.
Because the beans are already ground, used the double-wall portafilter, resulting in an excellent cup.
For reference, I'm using Lavazza's 'Crema e Gusto' classico.
Two shots produce a smooth but strong coffee with plenty of crema.
As advertised, this machine claims to have a more precise temperature control, and indeed the coffee has a smooth taste without the bitterness that's produced when the water is too hot.
The crema is a byproduct of the oils in the coffee. The machine first moist the basket, lets it simmer and then applies pressure.
Because the beans are already ground, used the double-wall portafilter, resulting in an excellent cup.
For frothed milk, can either use the steam wand or the fully automatic milk frother, which has adjustable froth levels.
The machine itself is nicely built, and looks in the right place near a KitchenAid mixer.
The espresso basket has a hefty feel to it, and inside has coffee guides to control the drip.
It comes with four portafilters: One and two shot traditional filters and a set of double-walled portafilters which add pressure and are recommended for pre-ground coffee.
The press also has a nice weight to it with a flat polished base and a textured handle.
The espresso basket has a hefty feel to it, and inside has coffee guides to control the drip.
It comes with four portafilters: One and two shot traditional filters and a set of double-walled portafilters which add pressure and are recommended for pre-ground coffee.
The press also has a nice weight to it with a flat polished base and a textured handle.
For milk, as mentioned earlier, comes with a fully automatic frother, the traditional steam wand, and it also comes with a stainless steel jar I use when frothing milk manually. It's all removable and simple to wash.
The milk container can be removed and stored separately in the fridge, or can connect the milk hose directly into a milk container, which I prefer by putting a small amount of milk in a glass to make cleaning easier.
The milk container can be removed and stored separately in the fridge, or can connect the milk hose directly into a milk container, which I prefer by putting a small amount of milk in a glass to make cleaning easier.
I was impressed how quickly is warms up within a few seconds. Out older machines needed several minutes. This turns on right away.
The controls are a few buttons that are very easy to understand: One button for mode: Espresso, steam or hot water. Then the shots button (Also amount of milk before it stops): 1 or 2. A cleaning button and the start/pause.
Water tank is on the back, removable and holds a good amount of liquid.
Water tank is on the back, removable and holds a good amount of liquid.
It's also programmable by holding different combination of buttons as per the manual. The amount of coffee and water can be set for each 1 or 2 position. Water temperature and water hardness also have three settings each.
The dedicated clean button starts the descaling cycle (which requires a descaling solution). Normal clean the frothing wand by running it without milk. Daily cleaning is fairly simple as the wand and frother are removable.
The frother can be fully disassembled and all the parts in contact with milk are washable.
The frother can be fully disassembled and all the parts in contact with milk are washable.
However keep in mind that the water tray doesn't hold as much water. It does come with a handy water level to know when it's getting full. I find that very practical.
It's an easy to use machine, quick to warm up, solidly built, simple to clean, and most important, espressos come out great. More crema than other machines I used years ago.
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The world of electric scooters is proud to welcome the Hover-1 Blackhawk eScooter. This powerful scooter is a comprehensive mobility solution that features a beautiful display, removeable battery and LED display. With speeds of up to 18mph and a range of almost 30 miles, this scooter will keep you going all day long. The built-in kickstand makes it easy to hop off your scooter and hop back on without skipping a beat. Not to mention, this scooter comes fully loaded with large 10” tires to give you a smooth and comfortable ride on nearly any surface.
Customer Rating
5
Fun and fast full-size kick scooter
on March 15, 2021
Posted by: emiliosic
from Wakefield, MA
This is a very capable scooter with some interesting features:
- 10" air-inflated wheels
- The 40-Cell Li-Ion battery is removable and held on the stem.
- Brushless motor is on the front-wheel, rated 350 Watts.
- Disc brakes on the rear wheel, and can also brake kicking the rear wheel.
- Aluminum construction. Weights about 33 Lb.
- The 40-Cell Li-Ion battery is removable and held on the stem.
- Brushless motor is on the front-wheel, rated 350 Watts.
- Disc brakes on the rear wheel, and can also brake kicking the rear wheel.
- Aluminum construction. Weights about 33 Lb.
The scooter comes ready to use, only requiring to screw the handlebars by hand and attach the brake handle with a simple hex wrench (included).
It has a simple display showing the speed an charge remaining. The only controls are the electronic accelerator and the brake. On the accelerator there is a power button and a mode control, which is a speed limiter: Training: 6 mph, kids: 10 mph and full speed up to 16 mph.
It comes with its own charger which is a proprietary switching power supply with a barrel connector.
Holding the speed button also turns the lights on or off: One headlight and rear lights on the rear wheel cover, which also blinks when braking.
There is no phone app on this scooter. Just turn on and go. No phone tracking, nothing else to set up. It's very simple to use.
It has a simple display showing the speed an charge remaining. The only controls are the electronic accelerator and the brake. On the accelerator there is a power button and a mode control, which is a speed limiter: Training: 6 mph, kids: 10 mph and full speed up to 16 mph.
It comes with its own charger which is a proprietary switching power supply with a barrel connector.
Holding the speed button also turns the lights on or off: One headlight and rear lights on the rear wheel cover, which also blinks when braking.
There is no phone app on this scooter. Just turn on and go. No phone tracking, nothing else to set up. It's very simple to use.
Our teen kids picked it up right away. Learning to use takes a couple of minutes.
To start it, turn it on, kick on the base (So it knows you're actively using it), roll it about 2 mph and start accelerating (this so it doesn't take off by mistakenly pressing the accelerator).
To start it, turn it on, kick on the base (So it knows you're actively using it), roll it about 2 mph and start accelerating (this so it doesn't take off by mistakenly pressing the accelerator).
It had a good amount of torque, and goes up to 16 mph. It does struggle with hills, but it worked on its own on relatively steep roads around the neighborhood.
It's fairly simple to fold: One clip protects a lever on the bottom of the mast. It then clips to the rear wheel. To unfold it, press the rear wheel, lift the mast and the lever at the hinge. There is a clip so it doesn't unlock with vibration.
The driving range for this would be about 25 miles (ideally) on a single charge. I was not able to test it completely, as my range anxiety made me charge it when the charge indicator shown a bit over half capacity, and I must've driven well over 10 miles.
IPX4 rated which means it can resist splashes (poodles, etc.).
It carrier an UL safety label for US/CA, which is reassuring.
IPX4 rated which means it can resist splashes (poodles, etc.).
It carrier an UL safety label for US/CA, which is reassuring.
This is a branded version of the Kixin X8 Scooter.
Caveats:
The warranty on this is only 3 months, which is disappointing for an expensive model.
Since this is a full-size scooter with a larger battery pack, it's somewhat heavy and kind of bulky to carry, but there is no secure way to lock this on the street. Not much we can do but having a way to lock it with a chain would've been useful.
The warranty on this is only 3 months, which is disappointing for an expensive model.
Since this is a full-size scooter with a larger battery pack, it's somewhat heavy and kind of bulky to carry, but there is no secure way to lock this on the street. Not much we can do but having a way to lock it with a chain would've been useful.
Overall, I think the speed and power are adequate. More power is always nice but this works surprisingly well.
I like that the battery is removable and on the front stem instead of the bottom, which makes it much more protected, particularly over poodles of water. The battery can be charged in or outside the scooter.
The disc brake is smooth. Quick stops that are not sudden.
While it doesn't have a suspension, the air tires make up for it, keeping it relatively light.
It's a lot of fun. My kids like it, and even got compliments from neighbors on the fun factor.
Don't be discouraged by the lack of app connectivity. To me it's a plus. It works without a fuss. Turn it on and it goes.
I like that the battery is removable and on the front stem instead of the bottom, which makes it much more protected, particularly over poodles of water. The battery can be charged in or outside the scooter.
The disc brake is smooth. Quick stops that are not sudden.
While it doesn't have a suspension, the air tires make up for it, keeping it relatively light.
It's a lot of fun. My kids like it, and even got compliments from neighbors on the fun factor.
Don't be discouraged by the lack of app connectivity. To me it's a plus. It works without a fuss. Turn it on and it goes.
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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.
6 years, 2 months ago
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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.
6 years, 2 months ago
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emiliosic
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
6 years, 3 months ago
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emiliosic
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, 3 months 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
6 years, 3 months ago
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emiliosic
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, 11 months ago
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emiliosic
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.
6 years, 11 months ago
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emiliosic
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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