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The Dyson Pure Cool Me Air Purifier - Dyson's first personal purifying fan. Delivers a focused stream of purified air to cool you with Core Flow technology. Includes a fully-sealed HEPA filter and activated carbon filter to capture 99.97% of allergens and pollutants, including pollen, bacteria and pet dander.
Customer Rating
5
Awesome Personal Air Purifier
on March 24, 2019
Posted by: TechMatcher
from Minneapolis
I own several Dyson products and they are all the top of their product category, albeit they are a bit expensive. The Dyson Pure Cool Me air purifier is another terrific example of Dyson's ingenuity.
The odd yet sleek purifier is extremely simple to setup and use. Just lift top off the unit and slide in the filter cartridge, replace the top and you're done! A new and interesting way to angle the air flow helps to put fresh air right where you want it. The machine oscillates in roughly a 70 degree arc and I think the output air flow can change about 40-50 degrees vertically.
A curved remote fits nicely (and magnetically) to the purifier base, but I just leave it on my nightstand. I've setup the purifier so it showers me with fresh air all night long - and I do feel I've been sleeping better the last 2 weeks with it. I think the nice consistent sounds helps as well.
The unit has an informational display area to tell when the filter needs to be changed, shows the fan speed and displays the sleep timer setting. Also, you don't need to use the remote to change the speed - simply hold the power button in back to scroll through the speeds.
Thus far, I'm very happy with the purifier and plan on sleeping better each night!
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Stay motivated throughout workouts and outdoor excursions when you listen to music on these Jaybird RUN XT wireless earbuds. The interchangeable tips and fins let you find the perfect fit, while the waterproof, sweat-proof design stands up to outdoor use. These Jaybird RUN XT wireless earbuds feature a fast-charge battery, which delivers an hour of playback with just five minutes of charging.
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from Minneapolis
I'll keep this short and sweet - I'm very impressed with these headphones - might be my new favorite. Why? Great fit in my ear while working out - didn't feel like they needed to be adjusted or were falling out at any point! I used them lifting weights, on the rowing machine, on the elliptical and even better - I wore them in the Lifetime Steam Room. I leave my phone in my locker and sit for nearly ten minutes in 100% humidity. No issues with the steam. I did notice that I lost the left ear a few times (maybe 3 times in an hour for about 5 seconds but it came right back). I going to charge them up and see if that happens again....this was just using the initial charge that they came with!
Also - really like the app - which was surprising to me. It has an equalizer with presets and you can really tell the difference between them, and it allows you to make your own presets, can help you find the right fit in your ear and works with Spotify to stream custom playlists or your own too!
Overall , pretty impressed and plan to use these exclusively for the next several weeks!
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Perceive every detail of your music with this pair of JBL wireless headphones. The 10Hz to 22kHz frequency response lets you enjoy the full range of sound, while the in-line microphone provides an effortless switch to hands-free calls. Featuring 5.6mm dynamic drivers, these JBL wireless headphones supply rich, resonant bass for your enjoyment.
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4
Great sound, slightly bulky
on January 3, 2019
Posted by: TechMatcher
from Minneapolis
I am basing this review from my experience with several pair of True Wireless In-Ear headphones. Overall, this is a high-quality product for a reasonable price, produces great sounds even if the ear buds are slightly more bulky than the competition with a charging case that is slightly larger than others too.
Included are 3 ear tip sizes, and 2 gel sizes, short charging cable, charging case and of course the earbuds. Please note this is the JBL FREE X headphones - apparently this newer generation (2) has fixed a bluetooth connectivity problem. Thus far, I have not experienced any bluetooth problems!
After installing both the gel "sweatshield" and the smaller ear tips, I feel these are very secure in my ears. Not sure I could play basketball, but the treadmill weightlifting poses no issues. Other earbuds I've had I felt like I was always adjusting so they don't fall out. These seem good!
Why only 4 stars? Well, because I'm picky. Other headphones have voice prompts when you turn them on and off - clearly indicating there state. Even a voice prompt for pairing mode would be helpful. Another missing feature is that when I'm lifting weights and someone walks up to talk, I take out one earbud to hear them. On other sets, that automatically pauses the songs I'm listening to. I'll admit you just have to press the right earbud button to pause, but I'm just providing the comparison.
I will continue to use these during my next few workout to ensure they perform as expected and will adjust the review as appropriate. Thus far - I'm happy with them and believe they are worth the price.
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Get a faster, closer shave with this Philips Norelco shaver. Ideal for managing facial hair, this shaver features a click-on bear styler with five length settings that make it easy to maintain your look. This Philips Norelco shaver features SkinProtect blades for a cleaner shave and prevents skin irritation with its ComfortGlide rings.
Customer Rating
4
Quiet, long lasting, close cut!
on January 3, 2019
Posted by: TechMatcher
from Minneapolis
I'll start by saying I've used manual razors for the last 20 years. I just didn't think anything would cut as close or as nice as a razor - I'm talking Gilette, Harry's, etc. At the end of my shave, I purposely went against the grain - making the cut even closer and baby butt smooth - no matter which way you brushed your hand.
Out of the box, this Norelco 6900 impressed me. Light, nice features, comfortable grip, carrying bag and easy attachments. I took it to my bathroom and let it charge for a couple hours.
I've always used shaving cream - and since was a wet/dry shaver - I opted for using a little cream. Worked like a charm! I could rinse the head easily, manipulate the shaver to get under the nose and upper lip easy enough and it did produce a very nice shave - but I'll say not as close as my "against-the-grain" strokes from the manual razor. Also - I was surprised that it took less time than manual - even on my first attempt.
I've been using the shaver about a week now - and got up the courage to to a dry shave - also had no issues. I'm impressed with how easy it is to use, clean and charge. I have noticed that I have a little trouble on my neck though - kinda around the adam's apple area as the hair grow funny there. That's the only reason for 4 stars vs 5 - still having trouble in that area.
Overall - if you are looking to upgrade your shaver or just want to try an electric model - this one's for you. By the way - a shave seems to use about 10-15% of the battery - depending on how quick you are. That said - a 7 day vacation without charging should be easily attainable!
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Relax stiff muscles with this HyperIce Hypervolt cordless vibration massager. Quiet Glide technology keeps the rotating heads moving smoothly across your skin, and the lightweight ergonomic design makes it easy to use for myofascial release. Improve your range of motion and promote good circulation with this HyperIce Hypervolt cordless vibration massager.
Customer Rating
5
My family's new, favorite gadget!
on December 19, 2018
Posted by: TechMatcher
from Minneapolis
I knew this would happen. I knew that once we received the new HyperIce - Hypervolt vibration massage device that it would go missing in my house and I would have trouble getting my own time with the device. Yup - that's exactly what happened.
I have teenage sons that love to work-out, lift weights and get buff. They lift hard and come home and talk about how sore they are. Boo Hoo. Always asking for back rubs, leg rubs, etc. Not Any More. Enter the vibration massage unit. WOW. I'll admin it looks a little menacing - almost gun like. However, it runs so smooth, so quiet - so much better than my Dewalt jigsaw with the massage ball attachment. There is no comparison.
It comes with 4 massage attachments to really help get in there when needed. I absolutely love it. It holds a charge for roughly 2 hours - which is ample time to massage several people. It feels great on the back, neck, legs, arms, feet - just stay off the head and those boney areas.
If you're an athlete that needs a good, penetrating massage or even if you are an office worker with shoulder and neck stress - you are going to LOVE this device.
I don't give 5 stars very often at all - but this device rates HIGH on both mine and my family's list. You won't be sorry.
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Lenovo Yoga C630 WOS Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Stay productive all day with this Lenovo Yoga laptop. The QualComm Snapdragon 850 processor and 8GB of RAM provide smooth operation of programs and apps, and the battery lasts up to 22 hours between charges. This Lenovo Yoga laptop has a 13.3-inch FHD display for clearly viewing photos and videos.
Customer Rating
4
Awesome web/email/streaming laptop!
on December 15, 2018
Posted by: TechMatcher
from Minneapolis
I consider myself a Power User - meaning I run many applications at one time, deal with graphics in programs like Microsoft Visio, create graphic intensive documents and presentations, etc. I was a bit cautious on the SnapDragon 850 processor knowing how hard I drive the system. Overall - I did notice some performance degradation when using my heavy apps - but it works just fine for the casual user doing web surfing, email correspondence and/or standard Office documents.
The Lenovo hardware, I must say - is awesome. It is a sleek, light, well built unit and feels good to use, carry and show off. Speaker volume might be a bit under powered, but I don't use it that much anyway - I'm usually using headphones via bluetooth.
This unit has some great features including - backlit keyboard, awesome display, the 2-in-1 tablet feature and support for celluar service - which could be a blessing for those road warriors that usually tether to their phone or share connections via bluetooth (which doesn't work for me on my other devices all of the time)!
Battery life is phenomenal. I've included a graphic of some web-surf testing. I've never had a device with such battery length and be a perfect size for the airplane.
Overall - very impressed with the hardware and features. I would recommended this for mobile workers that need easy internet connectivity. The other picture is one where I loaded the Passmark Performance Test benchmark utility to give you a feel for the numbers it produced.
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Ditch the headphone cable with these Insignia Bluetooth wireless earbuds. With up to five hours of use per charge and an included charging case for mid-day boosts, these earbuds are ideal for daily use. These Insignia Bluetooth wireless earbuds feature a built-in microphone for hands-free calling and easy voice commands.
Customer Rating
4
A winner with my teenager!
on November 26, 2018
Posted by: TechMatcher
from Minneapolis
I've been helping my son look for "workout" headphones for a while and it has been exhausting. Either they don't fit right and fall out, or they don't hold a charge, or they aren't water-resistant enough for a heavy sweater, or they just don't sound good. I think we finally found a fit here with these Insignia True Wireless headphones!
He reports that these sound very good - he likes big bass for his lifting workouts - and they hook around his ear nicely and hold firm! Also, he doesn't seem to have and issues with sweating thus far! The only thing he's complained about was the touch button to go to the next song seems a bit quirky - needing to press it twice to recognize the tough.
They come in a very nice charging case - making it easy to go a week without needed to plug anything in! Nice job Insignia - he's a happy kid!
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Dell Inspiron Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Maximize productivity with this 13.3-inch Dell Inspiron notebook computer. The combination of its Intel Core i5 processor and 8GB of RAM runs multiple programs simultaneously at peak performance, and it's Bluetooth-enabled to connect wireless devices or transmit data. This Dell Inspiron notebook computer has a 256GB solid-state drive to safely store files.
Customer Rating
4
Great value! Could be improved..
on November 23, 2018
Posted by: TechMatcher
from Minneapolis
Over my 30 year IT career, I've had the chance to work with dozens of laptops and ultrabooks - each having their own strength's and weaknesses. This Dell 2-1 is very strong in most categories - performance, durability, weight, usability, etc but lacks two things.
1. Why did Dell not include an Active Stylus with this device? One of the main reasons I got a 2 in 1 is to work better on Webex presentations - so I can draw concepts and ideas more easily and accurately. Once I purchase a pen ($50-80), I can update the review but would have liked Dell to include one and make it magnetic (like the Surface) so I have a place to store it.
2. Three sides of the very nice screen have "narrow borders". I pretty much expect all devices to have an edge-to-edge display. The bottom margin is nearly 1 1/4" which to me is an incredible waste of screen space. I'm disappointed with this.
2. Three sides of the very nice screen have "narrow borders". I pretty much expect all devices to have an edge-to-edge display. The bottom margin is nearly 1 1/4" which to me is an incredible waste of screen space. I'm disappointed with this.
Other than that - it's been a solid performing device. Touchscreen is responsive to my fingertips, fingerprint reader works well, touch pad is accurate and quick. Battery life is decent for a 3-cell battery but you'll usually need to carry the charger in your bag. The speakers are underneath on the left and right sides near the front and actually sound pretty good for the location and size.
The 360 degree feature is cool - and prompts you to go into tablet mode while also disabling the keyboard at the same time. I'm getting used to using this - but will take time.
Primarily - this will be my travel laptop - much easier to work on an airplane with this versus a bigger 15" or 17" laptop. The backlit keyboard will allow me to work without interrupting the next person next to me in the airplane without turning on the overhead light.
I too had an Microsoft Windows activation problem initially, but it went away upon my second try. I signed in with my O365 account and installed the apps - and was rolling in no time at all!
Overall - highly recommended but purchase an Active Stylus if you want to draw.
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Velop is a flexible Whole Home Mesh Wi-Fi system of modular nodes that work together to provide a flawless signal for any home. Now with new plug-in nodes that fit all wall sockets, you'll be assured coverage in traditionally underused areas, and the sleek design only uses a single outlet. Velop works with any Internet Service Provider (ISP), making customization simple, and with Tri-Band performance and Intelligent Mesh™ technology, you'll always be on the fast path to the Internet.
Customer Rating
4
Great coverage - but no remote ports!
on November 10, 2018
Posted by: TechMatcher
from Minneapolis
LInksys has again produced a solid product with the Tri-Band mesh system with AC4800. My overall performance in my 3 story home is fantastic! Setup was easy, just use the App and follow the directions. A tip is to setup the remote nodes fairly close to the main node - then move them around a bit to ensure you get adequate coverage where you need it.
Having access to several mesh systems, the only major feature this solution lacks is ports on the wall plugin modules. I have a few devices in the garage that need to be hard-wired, so I'll need to come up with another way to connect them up. I really do like the wall modules - as you don't have to place a router on the shelf or in plain sight somewhere.
Overall - great product and a continual improvement on their Wireless mesh!
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Velop with Intelligent Mesh~ Technology is an award-winning family mesh Wi-Fi system created to work seamlessly together. Mix and match nodes with different speeds to modify performance or interchange colors to coordinate with your home style. Regardless of shape, size, or wherever your Internet comes in, Velop can be customized to your home. Which makes it easy to add more nodes as your home and family expand. Unlike traditional routers with range extenders, each node provides a powerful Wi-Fi signal throughout your entire home. It continuously self-organizes and optimizes to find the fastest path to the Internet for seamless Wi-Fi everywhere. Individual nodes may be connected wirelessly or by Ethernet for fast, reliable connection. This is an ultrasimple and powerful system that uses only one Wi-Fi network name and password to give you seamless and secure Wi-Fi. And leading-edge security lets you block content and easily pause the Internet for dinner or homework. It works with all Internet service provider supplied equipment and speeds, and its simple app-based setup will get you up and running in minutes.
Customer Rating
5
Another winner from Linksys!
on November 6, 2018
Posted by: TechMatcher
from Minneapolis
As an IT guy, I've worked with LOTS of routers over the years. Lately, I've had a chance to play with several WiFi Mesh devices, including this Velop Dual-Band system from Linksys.
Linksys has done a really, really good job making the setup of a home mesh system easy. You don't even use a computer - just the Linksys app on your phone or tablet! Attached is a picture of what you get in the box: 3 identical towers, 3 power adapters and an network cable. Just pick a tower - any one, plug one end of the network cable into any of the 2 ports on the tower, and the other end into your switch or cable modem. Run the app - and it walks you right through! It will prompt you to setup the other devices and test their connectivity too. Really slick - nice job Linksys.
I was equally impressed with the speed of the devices. I have 100MB download speeds and 20MB Upload, and I was consistently getting that from all locations in the house.
There tons of technical details in the specs to bore you - but I found that these just setup easy - and work well. You don't have to be a techie - but in case you get stuck - they provide a Personal Velop Concierge to you (an 800 number) in case you need help.
I've attached another picture of one of them sitting on my fireplace mantle. I have a 2 story home with a basement - so I have one on each floor. Definitely worth your money and time if you still find yourself having dead spots in your home. Don't waste your time with WiFi extenders, change your WiFi to a mesh system and make your life easier!
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No more WiFi dead spots. The powerful Nighthawk DST AC1900 WiFi Router along with the DST WiFi adapter eliminates WiFi dead zones. Create additional WiFi coverage right where you want it. The DST Router comes with a year of worry-free set up and support from Geek Squad.
Is this also a modem?
No - this is NOT a modem. You need to use a modem to modulate the signal from your Internet provider - after which you can use this router to deliver WiFi or wired Internet through your location.
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No more WiFi dead spots. The powerful Nighthawk DST AC1900 WiFi Router along with the DST WiFi adapter eliminates WiFi dead zones. Create additional WiFi coverage right where you want it. The DST Router comes with a year of worry-free set up and support from Geek Squad.
what router i need that works well with fois
Basically, ANY router will work with ANY internet service. Your Internet company will provide an ethernet cable connection to their modem device, which you can plug into any router to create your own wireless network. NETGEAR has several router products that you can use - with different features depending on your needs, number of connected devices, etc.
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TechMatcher
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No more WiFi dead spots. The powerful Nighthawk DST AC1900 WiFi Router along with the DST WiFi adapter eliminates WiFi dead zones. Create additional WiFi coverage right where you want it. The DST Router comes with a year of worry-free set up and support from Geek Squad.
Will this allow someone 500 ft away to pick up internet or does anyone know how far of a reach internet can be recieved outside the home is?
There are too many factors to tell you exactly how far wireless signals will reach. Your home construction materials, wall/duct location, placement of the router itself, your landscaping features, fences, etc can all affect the wireless range. If you need to get signal that far away - you're best to place a second router or network extender device. NETGEAR has several products that can solve this for you.
9 years, 7 months ago
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TechMatcher
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Use your existing electrical wiring to extend your WiFi Internet access to any room in your house. Just plug the PowerLINE Adapter into your modem or router, then plug in the companion PowerLINE WiFi access point to an electrical outlet. It's that easy. With 1000 Mbps speed and Homeplug AV2 support, the PowerLINE WiFi 1000 is perfect for connecting smart TVs, streaming players, and game consoles wirelessly.
i want to provide signal strength in different parts of the house. Can i buy additional access points?
Router is on second floor. I want to provide stronger signal in basement and in first floor den and porch.
You can purchase several things - including a better router or a PowerLINE adapter - which uses your home wiring to extend your network to other areas of your home.
9 years, 7 months ago
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TechMatcher
Minneapolis
No more WiFi dead spots. The powerful Nighthawk DST AC1900 WiFi Router along with the DST WiFi adapter eliminates WiFi dead zones. Create additional WiFi coverage right where you want it. The DST Router comes with a year of worry-free set up and support from Geek Squad.
Do you need a computer to set it up?
My only computer, a MacBook Air has no Ethernet port but does have usb.
No - it does not require an ethernet connection to configure. You can simply plug it in and connect to the wireless network it provides to configure it.
9 years, 8 months ago
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TechMatcher
Minneapolis
No more WiFi dead spots. The powerful Nighthawk DST AC1900 WiFi Router along with the DST WiFi adapter eliminates WiFi dead zones. Create additional WiFi coverage right where you want it. The DST Router comes with a year of worry-free set up and support from Geek Squad.
Does this netgear nighthawk dst ac1900 allow mac filtering for connectiong devices?
No more WiFi dead spots. The powerful Nighthawk DST AC1900 WiFi Router along with the DST WiFi adapter eliminates WiFi dead zones. Create additional WiFi coverage right where you want it. The DST Router comes with a year of worry-free set up and support from Geek Squad.
does this package use powerline technologies
Yes - the basis of this product is that is has built-in powerline wiring technology to communicate with the DST adapter - which would be one of the only ways to get signal into a tough spot without running more cables.
9 years, 8 months ago
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TechMatcher
Minneapolis
No more WiFi dead spots. The powerful Nighthawk DST AC1900 WiFi Router along with the DST WiFi adapter eliminates WiFi dead zones. Create additional WiFi coverage right where you want it. The DST Router comes with a year of worry-free set up and support from Geek Squad.
Will this be an OK router for streaming 4k content?
Well - there are two sides to this question. Where is the 4k content coming from? If it's the internet, this router would likely not be a bottleneck - your internet connection would be. If you have 4k content locally on a PC or NAS, this router would be able to handle that as well. So yes - this router could handle 4k content. The point is, this router has a specific feature - the Dead Spot Terminator - built in. You would buy this router to help resolve dead spots in your location by using your electrical wires as network cables.
9 years, 8 months ago
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TechMatcher
Minneapolis
No more WiFi dead spots. The powerful Nighthawk DST AC1900 WiFi Router along with the DST WiFi adapter eliminates WiFi dead zones. Create additional WiFi coverage right where you want it. The DST Router comes with a year of worry-free set up and support from Geek Squad.
Will this router work with Windstream?
It does not matter who your internet service provider is. As long as you have the Netgear Nighthawk R7300 Router, you can add up to 16 DST Adapters in location - provided that it shares the same electrical circuit box (since it uses your powerlines as wiring).
9 years, 8 months ago
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TechMatcher
Minneapolis
Only at Best BuyNETGEAR DEAD SPOT TERMINATOR Wireless Adapter for Nighthawk R7300 Routers: This adapter plugs into an electric outlet to extend the range of your wireless network. The router (sold separately) uses the electric wiring in your home to send a signal the adapter can receive and rebroadcast as a secondary network.
Does it only work with the one router?
Yes - to use the NetGear DST adapters, you need to have the Netgear Nighthawk R7300 router - since it has built in powerline networking in it...
9 years, 8 months ago
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TechMatcher
Minneapolis