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Refill your batteries with this Belkin BOOST CHARGE dual USB Type-A wall charger. The integrated USB Type-A ports let you charge two devices simultaneously, and the 12W output recharges tablets and smartphones quickly. This Belkin BOOST CHARGE dual USB Type-A wall charger fits comfortably in laptop bags and has a folding plug that prevents accidental damage in transit.
Customer Rating
5
Quality wall charger with power to spare
on November 10, 2020
Posted by: Reddog
from Tomball, TX
Belkin - BOOST CHARGE 24W Wall Charger - White
The Belkin Boost 24 watt wall charger comes from a company that is known for the quality of their products and this charger continues that tradition. There is not much to say about this charger as it's another workhorse that just does its job. The build quality feels like you could drive over it with a truck and it wouldn’t even notice. It is just big enough for its two USB type A connectors. And the outlet connectors flip back into the charge body which helps to make it travel friendly. Besides excellent build quality you have a full 24 watts of charging power in each of the two USB ports. This should allow you to charge any device that supports charging over a USB connector but don’t expect it to replace a large notebook charger. In my testing I didn’t find that it charged faster than the included fast charger that came with my Samsung S10. But it is nice to have two devices charging to reduce the number of outlets I would normally need. With the price of cell phones that can easily exceed one thousand dollars I highly recommend you only use a charger from a trusted company. Also the current trend seems to be to no longer include a charger with a new phone. The Belkin charger is a very high quality unit that should last for years of use and its almost universal compatibility replaces the chargers that might not come in your next device purchase
The Belkin Boost 24 watt wall charger comes from a company that is known for the quality of their products and this charger continues that tradition. There is not much to say about this charger as it's another workhorse that just does its job. The build quality feels like you could drive over it with a truck and it wouldn’t even notice. It is just big enough for its two USB type A connectors. And the outlet connectors flip back into the charge body which helps to make it travel friendly. Besides excellent build quality you have a full 24 watts of charging power in each of the two USB ports. This should allow you to charge any device that supports charging over a USB connector but don’t expect it to replace a large notebook charger. In my testing I didn’t find that it charged faster than the included fast charger that came with my Samsung S10. But it is nice to have two devices charging to reduce the number of outlets I would normally need. With the price of cell phones that can easily exceed one thousand dollars I highly recommend you only use a charger from a trusted company. Also the current trend seems to be to no longer include a charger with a new phone. The Belkin charger is a very high quality unit that should last for years of use and its almost universal compatibility replaces the chargers that might not come in your next device purchase
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What happens when you bring together the ultimate Google phone and the speed of 5G?* You get Pixel 5. The super fast Google phone at a helpful price.
Customer Rating
4
Pocket sized and 5G to go
on November 4, 2020
Posted by: Reddog
from Tomball, TX
Google - Pixel 5 5G 128GB (Unlocked) - Just Black
The Google Pixel 5 with 5G is an interesting phone. The black aluminum body looks and feels very good in the hand. I really like the simple layout of just a power and volume button. The display is OLED and is able to use a 90Hz screen refresh rate. It’s a 6” 1080p screen with HDR10+ and looks crisp and sharp. I found the screen to have very nice colors out of the box. I also like that it supports the always on screen. The phone uses a Qualcomm 765 Snapdragon which isn’t the fastest chip out today but I never found it to lack in my usage. I don’t play mobile games so that might be a consideration. The phone comes with 128GB of local storage and 8GB of ram and it is IP68 dust/water resistant. The phone supports Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX HD support so if you have this aptX support in your Bluetooth headphone you will get very high quality music. I do wish Google supported SD cards with their phones but this was dropped long ago. The phone has stereo speakers on the bottom and they did sound very good. This was also true for incoming and outgoing calls. The back fingerprint reader was easy to setup and is very fast in use. The phone supports fast wireless and wired charging including reverse charging in the event you ever need to top off another device. As is the case with Google phones the picture quality is excellent and includes an ultrawide lens. The phone supports video recording up to 4k@60fps and 1080p up to 240fps. The camera does an excellent job in most any lighting condition. The phone comes out of the box with Android 11 and the October 2020 security update. As is typical with Google phones this is pure Android at its finest and is a pleasure to use. In my testing as seen in the attached image T-Mobile 5G service is all over the map in my local area. On one street I could match my home cable connection, on the next it was no better than 4G. The quality of the 5G was directly related to the signal strength. Where it was strongest the speeds and ping were good enough to replace my home cable service. If only the signal was more stable. This might not be due to the Pixel since this is the first 5G phone I have been able to test. Verizon has a different type of 5G then T-Mobile so the results could be very different. My take is when buying a new phone today, having 5G is a good idea but I would not let it be my primary reason to choose one phone over another. However as more 5G service is built out I would hope the stability also improves. I do like the Pixel 5. I really like it's camera and clean Android. The 5G is still a question to me but I am glad it's here. The new phones available give you lots of choices. I am not sure Google has enough here to make the case that their phone is better than the competition. This is also true now that Samsung has announced 3 years of support for their current phones. This was one of the primary reasons to choose a Google phone. The Pixel 5 is a very nice phone and I enjoy it but I find it hard to make it a solid recommendation with the other options that are available.
The Google Pixel 5 with 5G is an interesting phone. The black aluminum body looks and feels very good in the hand. I really like the simple layout of just a power and volume button. The display is OLED and is able to use a 90Hz screen refresh rate. It’s a 6” 1080p screen with HDR10+ and looks crisp and sharp. I found the screen to have very nice colors out of the box. I also like that it supports the always on screen. The phone uses a Qualcomm 765 Snapdragon which isn’t the fastest chip out today but I never found it to lack in my usage. I don’t play mobile games so that might be a consideration. The phone comes with 128GB of local storage and 8GB of ram and it is IP68 dust/water resistant. The phone supports Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX HD support so if you have this aptX support in your Bluetooth headphone you will get very high quality music. I do wish Google supported SD cards with their phones but this was dropped long ago. The phone has stereo speakers on the bottom and they did sound very good. This was also true for incoming and outgoing calls. The back fingerprint reader was easy to setup and is very fast in use. The phone supports fast wireless and wired charging including reverse charging in the event you ever need to top off another device. As is the case with Google phones the picture quality is excellent and includes an ultrawide lens. The phone supports video recording up to 4k@60fps and 1080p up to 240fps. The camera does an excellent job in most any lighting condition. The phone comes out of the box with Android 11 and the October 2020 security update. As is typical with Google phones this is pure Android at its finest and is a pleasure to use. In my testing as seen in the attached image T-Mobile 5G service is all over the map in my local area. On one street I could match my home cable connection, on the next it was no better than 4G. The quality of the 5G was directly related to the signal strength. Where it was strongest the speeds and ping were good enough to replace my home cable service. If only the signal was more stable. This might not be due to the Pixel since this is the first 5G phone I have been able to test. Verizon has a different type of 5G then T-Mobile so the results could be very different. My take is when buying a new phone today, having 5G is a good idea but I would not let it be my primary reason to choose one phone over another. However as more 5G service is built out I would hope the stability also improves. I do like the Pixel 5. I really like it's camera and clean Android. The 5G is still a question to me but I am glad it's here. The new phones available give you lots of choices. I am not sure Google has enough here to make the case that their phone is better than the competition. This is also true now that Samsung has announced 3 years of support for their current phones. This was one of the primary reasons to choose a Google phone. The Pixel 5 is a very nice phone and I enjoy it but I find it hard to make it a solid recommendation with the other options that are available.
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OpenComm is the first AfterShokz Bluetooth headset designed specifically for communication. Engineered with patented 7th generation bone conduction technology & featuring AfterShokz’s signature open-ear design, OpenComm enables clear communication through the DSP noise-canceling boom microphone & helps you stay connected to your surroundings while you’re at your desk, on the road, or on a jobsite.
Customer Rating
5
A very unique stereo headset
on October 22, 2020
Posted by: Reddog
from Tomball, TX
AfterShokz - OpenComm Bone Conduction Stereo Bluetooth Headset - Slate Gray
The AfterShokz OpenComm Bone Conduction Stereo Bluetooth Headset is a very unique headset in many different ways. I had heard about bone conduction headphones and was very interested in getting to try them. I have reviewed many different types of headset over the years and this one will stand out as very different then those others. My first question was since this headset does not use eartips would the sound be good enough. Well the answer is both yes and no. If you are looking for a true audio experience then no these will not be equal to in-ear headphones in this price range. However when matched to almost any other stereo headphone/headset that you might wear all day I do not know of another headset that matches up to them. The sound is good but not great. At a normal volume they do ok and making them louder does not make them sound better. But I think as their primary role of being a stereo headset you would wear all day they are just fine. At a normal listening volume they are clear and because they are a stereo headphone you can enjoy listening to your music without the fatigue you can get with in-ear headphones. Plus since they sit near your ear you have the great advantage of not blocking out the sounds around you. The boom microphone works well and I never had a caller ask if I was on a headset at all. My second main criteria is always how comfortable a headphone is. This is where I have mixed feelings with this headset. I like that they do not fit in my ear. But for them to work they have to put constant pressure on your head just in front of your ears. It does not require a lot of pressure but even after wearing them for most of the last week I am still not where I forget I have them on. And it is not that they are uncomfortable but it is a different fit so it's a different feeling. Part of my issue is the headphone band. It is designed to keep the headphone in place and is where the stiffness that holds them in place comes. The band in the back doesn’t actually contact your head. On me the headband sits off about an inch from the back of my head. So if I sit back in my desk chair the band will touch my chair. It is like I know it's back there all the time ready to snag on something. And even though the headphone moves with my head I just have not become accustomed to it yet. Another issue I have is the boom mic doesn’t fit up against my face but bows out around the side of my face and sits about an inch away. To me this takes away from the ascetics of the headphone which for the most part they are very good looking. The headphones have a very nice feel and build quality. I like how simple the controls are. There is a dedicated multifunction button for managing calls that is easy to reach and works very well. There are two buttons for turning on the headset, paring and volume control. The button controls are simple and logical and I do like how they work. The headphone is IP55 rated which is particle and basic water protection. With their secure fit and the IP55 protection they should be just fine for active wear. Bluetooth pairing was simple and they also support NFC pairing although I didn’t need to use that function. The headphones come with a nice case and a magnetic quick charging cable. You will need to provide your own USB power adapter. If you're looking for a stereo headphone you can use all day and you do not need a high end music solution these may work very well. The way they vibrate to get that music to you and the fit is probably something you would have to try. Even in conventional headphones audio and fit will vary for each individual. Certainly for today's home office workers these have the unique feature of 8hrs of battery life with quick charging, they're great for phone calls and listening to your music in stereo but still having your ears open so you can hear what is going on around you. They won’t win any sound audio quality awards but what they do they do very well.
The AfterShokz OpenComm Bone Conduction Stereo Bluetooth Headset is a very unique headset in many different ways. I had heard about bone conduction headphones and was very interested in getting to try them. I have reviewed many different types of headset over the years and this one will stand out as very different then those others. My first question was since this headset does not use eartips would the sound be good enough. Well the answer is both yes and no. If you are looking for a true audio experience then no these will not be equal to in-ear headphones in this price range. However when matched to almost any other stereo headphone/headset that you might wear all day I do not know of another headset that matches up to them. The sound is good but not great. At a normal volume they do ok and making them louder does not make them sound better. But I think as their primary role of being a stereo headset you would wear all day they are just fine. At a normal listening volume they are clear and because they are a stereo headphone you can enjoy listening to your music without the fatigue you can get with in-ear headphones. Plus since they sit near your ear you have the great advantage of not blocking out the sounds around you. The boom microphone works well and I never had a caller ask if I was on a headset at all. My second main criteria is always how comfortable a headphone is. This is where I have mixed feelings with this headset. I like that they do not fit in my ear. But for them to work they have to put constant pressure on your head just in front of your ears. It does not require a lot of pressure but even after wearing them for most of the last week I am still not where I forget I have them on. And it is not that they are uncomfortable but it is a different fit so it's a different feeling. Part of my issue is the headphone band. It is designed to keep the headphone in place and is where the stiffness that holds them in place comes. The band in the back doesn’t actually contact your head. On me the headband sits off about an inch from the back of my head. So if I sit back in my desk chair the band will touch my chair. It is like I know it's back there all the time ready to snag on something. And even though the headphone moves with my head I just have not become accustomed to it yet. Another issue I have is the boom mic doesn’t fit up against my face but bows out around the side of my face and sits about an inch away. To me this takes away from the ascetics of the headphone which for the most part they are very good looking. The headphones have a very nice feel and build quality. I like how simple the controls are. There is a dedicated multifunction button for managing calls that is easy to reach and works very well. There are two buttons for turning on the headset, paring and volume control. The button controls are simple and logical and I do like how they work. The headphone is IP55 rated which is particle and basic water protection. With their secure fit and the IP55 protection they should be just fine for active wear. Bluetooth pairing was simple and they also support NFC pairing although I didn’t need to use that function. The headphones come with a nice case and a magnetic quick charging cable. You will need to provide your own USB power adapter. If you're looking for a stereo headphone you can use all day and you do not need a high end music solution these may work very well. The way they vibrate to get that music to you and the fit is probably something you would have to try. Even in conventional headphones audio and fit will vary for each individual. Certainly for today's home office workers these have the unique feature of 8hrs of battery life with quick charging, they're great for phone calls and listening to your music in stereo but still having your ears open so you can hear what is going on around you. They won’t win any sound audio quality awards but what they do they do very well.
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The A20 Wireless headset Gen 2 is designed to give you gaming audio freedom on several levels. Its 2.4 GHz signal provides an extended wireless range and the microphone delivers clear and accurate communication with easy mute functionality. The USB transmitter allows for easy cross-platform connectivity.
Customer Rating
5
A great gaming headset for the Xbox or PC
on October 17, 2020
Posted by: Reddog
from Tomball, TX
Astro Gaming - A20 Wireless Stereo Gaming Headset Gen 2 for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC and Mac - White/Green
The Astro A50 might be all the wireless headphone any gamer needs for use with their Xbox or PC. They have a very pleasing and balanced sound and are very comfortable to wear. To me those are the two most important things I judge any headphone must have. The boom mic is very flexible and was very well received by my friends during multiplayer gaming and they can be a critical bunch. The controls on the right ear were easy to reach and simple to use. I had no problem getting over 10+ hours of battery life. The headphone is lite, has a good amount of padding for the ears and they never got hot. I am a bit mixed about the green and white color scheme but that is intended to match the Xbox colors. I can easily give them a pass for that since they are so comfortable that you really can forget you have them on. I am also very glad they used a USB C connector for the charging. This just makes plugging them in to the USB so much easier than the older micro USB connector. Do note this headphone is wireless only and does not support a wired connection. I had no issues with the wireless range and never had any connection issues. Setting this headphone up was a simple plug and play process right out of the box and they were ready to go. I find it very hard to find fault with the A20. They just do what you want without any fuss at all. If I had one issue it would be the plastic build. But this helps to contribute to the lightweight so it's a trade off that is worth it. But even there you don’t get the creaky sound that some other headphones suffer. I am very much looking forward to using this headphone on the new Xbox console when it becomes available in the coming weeks.
The Astro A50 might be all the wireless headphone any gamer needs for use with their Xbox or PC. They have a very pleasing and balanced sound and are very comfortable to wear. To me those are the two most important things I judge any headphone must have. The boom mic is very flexible and was very well received by my friends during multiplayer gaming and they can be a critical bunch. The controls on the right ear were easy to reach and simple to use. I had no problem getting over 10+ hours of battery life. The headphone is lite, has a good amount of padding for the ears and they never got hot. I am a bit mixed about the green and white color scheme but that is intended to match the Xbox colors. I can easily give them a pass for that since they are so comfortable that you really can forget you have them on. I am also very glad they used a USB C connector for the charging. This just makes plugging them in to the USB so much easier than the older micro USB connector. Do note this headphone is wireless only and does not support a wired connection. I had no issues with the wireless range and never had any connection issues. Setting this headphone up was a simple plug and play process right out of the box and they were ready to go. I find it very hard to find fault with the A20. They just do what you want without any fuss at all. If I had one issue it would be the plastic build. But this helps to contribute to the lightweight so it's a trade off that is worth it. But even there you don’t get the creaky sound that some other headphones suffer. I am very much looking forward to using this headphone on the new Xbox console when it becomes available in the coming weeks.
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Workout without the wires when you use these wireless Google Pixel Buds earbuds. Sensors in each bud detect your voice and eliminate background noise so you can take and make clear calls, and water resistance makes these in-ear headphones the ideal fitness buddy. With Google Assistant built right in, these white Google Pixel Buds earbuds help you check the weather or search your contact list with just a tap.
Customer Rating
5
More than meets the ears
on October 2, 2020
Posted by: Reddog
from Tomball, TX
Google - Pixel Buds True Wireless In-Ear Headphones - Clearly White
For any headphone I always put sound quality and comfort as my two most import requirements. The Pixel Buds have a very natural sound at a low volume but they just didn’t impress with that WOW! you would expect. And at higher volumes the sound tended to get muddy. I think not supporting a high definition bluetooth sound codex is a strange oversight on Google's part. Setting the bass boost in the dedicated Android apps helps with the lows but I was missing the sparkle in the highs that gives you the dynamic range you expect in in-ear headphones at this price level. I ended up keeping bass boost off since it does affect overall clarity in the volume levels that sounded best for me. I will say the actual stereo separation was very good. I used the large eartips to get a good seal and prevent the Buds from falling out. Three eartip sizes are provided with the Buds. The fit for me using the large eartips was good but I would have liked a bigger selection to choose from. The two smaller eartips didn’t work for me and couldn’t hold the Buds in my ears. Since sound quality and comfort are very unique to each person it can’t be the two single features that define these Buds. One outstanding feature is the Buds case. It is quite attractive and feels very good in the hand. I easily got five hours of battery life playing music and taking calls. This left me with around 15% of the reported battery left before it was back in the case for recharging. The case supports a quick charge to the Buds so a 10 minute charge should give you another 2 hours of listening. I like that the case uses a type C USB cable and also supports wireless charging. Another outstanding feature is the touch controls which I found to work very well. Because of the design of the Buds the touch controls are very easy to access. You might need a little time to get used to them but simple gestures like swipe and tap worked flawless for me. Other Buds I have tried also might support some of these features but the Pixel Buds just seemed to work very well for me with just a little practice. The paring process was very quick and easy on my Galaxy S10. And once paired I was taken to the Google app store to download the dedicated Pixel Bud app. There you have a lot of control over most of the Buds features. It should be no surprise these Buds work well with Google’s Assistant. And the app gives you very good control over how you want to interact with the Assistant including removing that as a permission or managing its notifications. The Buds themselves have a unique look. I have the Quite Mint color which is an interesting color and they also come in, Clearly White, Almost Black and Oh So Orange, and no, I didn’t make these names up. One of the features I was most interested in is the real time language translation. I travel internationally and I am looking forward to putting this feature to more use. In my testing it seems to work very well and with a little practice I think this will be a great tool and a truly killer feature. I struggled with this review simply because the Pixel Buds are just amazing when you sum up the features available here which I can only touchon. You have full access to Google’s AI, a great physical design and phone companion and although I am not as impressed with the sound as I would like it is not bad. With my prior experience with in-ear headphones the sound can improve over time. I have found that early reviews of sound quality can be deceiving as expectations can be high. But later you may find the sound improves and you wonder how you got it so wrong. One thing is for sure, the Google Pixel Buds are an amazing bit of technology that provides a load of useful features you can use everyday.
For any headphone I always put sound quality and comfort as my two most import requirements. The Pixel Buds have a very natural sound at a low volume but they just didn’t impress with that WOW! you would expect. And at higher volumes the sound tended to get muddy. I think not supporting a high definition bluetooth sound codex is a strange oversight on Google's part. Setting the bass boost in the dedicated Android apps helps with the lows but I was missing the sparkle in the highs that gives you the dynamic range you expect in in-ear headphones at this price level. I ended up keeping bass boost off since it does affect overall clarity in the volume levels that sounded best for me. I will say the actual stereo separation was very good. I used the large eartips to get a good seal and prevent the Buds from falling out. Three eartip sizes are provided with the Buds. The fit for me using the large eartips was good but I would have liked a bigger selection to choose from. The two smaller eartips didn’t work for me and couldn’t hold the Buds in my ears. Since sound quality and comfort are very unique to each person it can’t be the two single features that define these Buds. One outstanding feature is the Buds case. It is quite attractive and feels very good in the hand. I easily got five hours of battery life playing music and taking calls. This left me with around 15% of the reported battery left before it was back in the case for recharging. The case supports a quick charge to the Buds so a 10 minute charge should give you another 2 hours of listening. I like that the case uses a type C USB cable and also supports wireless charging. Another outstanding feature is the touch controls which I found to work very well. Because of the design of the Buds the touch controls are very easy to access. You might need a little time to get used to them but simple gestures like swipe and tap worked flawless for me. Other Buds I have tried also might support some of these features but the Pixel Buds just seemed to work very well for me with just a little practice. The paring process was very quick and easy on my Galaxy S10. And once paired I was taken to the Google app store to download the dedicated Pixel Bud app. There you have a lot of control over most of the Buds features. It should be no surprise these Buds work well with Google’s Assistant. And the app gives you very good control over how you want to interact with the Assistant including removing that as a permission or managing its notifications. The Buds themselves have a unique look. I have the Quite Mint color which is an interesting color and they also come in, Clearly White, Almost Black and Oh So Orange, and no, I didn’t make these names up. One of the features I was most interested in is the real time language translation. I travel internationally and I am looking forward to putting this feature to more use. In my testing it seems to work very well and with a little practice I think this will be a great tool and a truly killer feature. I struggled with this review simply because the Pixel Buds are just amazing when you sum up the features available here which I can only touchon. You have full access to Google’s AI, a great physical design and phone companion and although I am not as impressed with the sound as I would like it is not bad. With my prior experience with in-ear headphones the sound can improve over time. I have found that early reviews of sound quality can be deceiving as expectations can be high. But later you may find the sound improves and you wonder how you got it so wrong. One thing is for sure, the Google Pixel Buds are an amazing bit of technology that provides a load of useful features you can use everyday.
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Dell 27" lifestyle-inspired 4K UHD monitor that supports HDR content playback for an amazing entertainment experience. Comes in a beautiful silver finish with a height adjustable stand and VESA compatibility.
Customer Rating
5
Simple consumer 4K monitor with Dell quality
on September 22, 2020
Posted by: Reddog
from Tomball, TX
Dell calls their S2721QS a lifestyle-inspired monitor. I am not sure what exactly that means but for most general consumers this is a very nice desktop monitor. The monitor is based on IPS screen technology. What that means to most people is that it has very good viewing angles and color. IPS is my preferred desktop monitor screen technology but it does lack in the deep blacks of other screen technologies. I don’t think that is a problem for desktop use but it might be an issue for critical movie watching. Although to get a better picture quality you have few choices and will have to pay quite a bit more. Generally other than a professional color monitor this screen is perfect for most users. One thing I really like about many Dell monitors and this one is the adjustability of the stand for height, swivel and angle. Not all monitors that have this versatility and its looks and works very well. The monitor screen image is sharp and the colors are very appealing. The monitor has two HDMI connections, a display port connection and an audio line out port. All of which makes this very easy to setup. It comes with a single HDMI cable in the box. The monitor is not targeted for gamers although Dell does claim it is compatible with AMD FreeSync. This is a 60Hz monitor and that is just fine for normal desktop use but gamers do benefit from a faster screen. The claimed response time is 8ms which is just fine for all but the most critical gamer. Yes you can game on this monitor just fine. It has very thin bezels, looks very nice, has great colors and one of the best monitor stands available. This monitor will suit most consumer lifestyles so I assume that was their intent. This is a very nice addition to any home office and should please most users. Just be warned 4K is a very high screen resolution so the text and fonts can appear very small. This can be a shock to some users but once you get used to it the available screen real-estate you get in 4K is a big benefit. Just be aware you can increase the percent of screen magnification so you can be comfortable without straining your eyes. This is done using the Windows system settings under display.
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The KitchenAid® Digital Countertop Oven with Air Fry was designed to offer endless healthy and fresh possibilities. With the No-Flip Air Fry Basket and 360° Air Fry System it's easy to make everything from french fries to delicate fish and so much more.This countertop oven fits a 9x13-inch baking pan* to easily accommodate a sheet cake, full one-pan dinner, or up to 2 full size chickens (3.4 lbs each). The same possibilities as a full size oven with quality results in a convenient countertop size. *included.
Customer Rating
5
Attractive addition to almost any kitchen
on September 16, 2020
Posted by: Reddog
from Tomball, TX
KitchenAid - Digital Countertop Oven with Air Fry - Black Matte
The KitchenAid Air Fry is a neat compact air fryer that has a very classy look to go along with its very nice build quality. I really like the look of this Fryer with its minimum bezels and glass front door. There is a real nice feel when closing the front door and this carries over to the clean layout of the controls. Overall this is a very nice small package. Included with the Fryer is a broil pan with its own rack, a larger basket and one main rack. This is a compact oven with one main fan and doesn’t take up much counter space. There is so much that this Fryer can do it is easy to just use it each day and not use our bigger oven. Which is very nice since cleanup here is way easier than our regular oven. It is a regular oven, air fryer, a toaster oven and convection baking oven. And this brings up one of my main complaints which is a lack of instructions. For those used to modern Air Fryers this maynot be a problem but for new users a recipe book would have been a nice addition. The controls are simple enough and for very simple meals it's mostly a set and forget to get going. But a little help on the more advanced meals would have been a nice value add. My only other complaint is the fan is a bit noisy. Not too much that it takes away from the whole package but enough that you will hear it. The final results you will get with this oven will get better after you learn which mode you want to use and the cooking time you select. It has preset defaults that help get you going so that is very helpful. All it takes is a bit of practice but the end results can be very good. Air Fryers tend to get hotter near the fan so it can burn slightly at the back of the oven. What you find is this is just how they work and doesn’t really take away from the quality you will get. The more you use it and get used to it the better results you can expect. I think this is a great addition that updates most kitchens not just because it looks so nice but it really helps to make quick great tasting meals.
The KitchenAid Air Fry is a neat compact air fryer that has a very classy look to go along with its very nice build quality. I really like the look of this Fryer with its minimum bezels and glass front door. There is a real nice feel when closing the front door and this carries over to the clean layout of the controls. Overall this is a very nice small package. Included with the Fryer is a broil pan with its own rack, a larger basket and one main rack. This is a compact oven with one main fan and doesn’t take up much counter space. There is so much that this Fryer can do it is easy to just use it each day and not use our bigger oven. Which is very nice since cleanup here is way easier than our regular oven. It is a regular oven, air fryer, a toaster oven and convection baking oven. And this brings up one of my main complaints which is a lack of instructions. For those used to modern Air Fryers this maynot be a problem but for new users a recipe book would have been a nice addition. The controls are simple enough and for very simple meals it's mostly a set and forget to get going. But a little help on the more advanced meals would have been a nice value add. My only other complaint is the fan is a bit noisy. Not too much that it takes away from the whole package but enough that you will hear it. The final results you will get with this oven will get better after you learn which mode you want to use and the cooking time you select. It has preset defaults that help get you going so that is very helpful. All it takes is a bit of practice but the end results can be very good. Air Fryers tend to get hotter near the fan so it can burn slightly at the back of the oven. What you find is this is just how they work and doesn’t really take away from the quality you will get. The more you use it and get used to it the better results you can expect. I think this is a great addition that updates most kitchens not just because it looks so nice but it really helps to make quick great tasting meals.
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Logitech G923 for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC is a high-performance racing wheel that revolutionizes the racing experience. Re-engineered to support a next-generation feedback system, G923 features TRUEFORCE high-definition force feedback that dials into game engines to deliver higher-fidelity realism. Feel the pistons pumping, the gravel crunching, and every shift, drift, and hairpin turn like never before. True racing comes from within.
Customer Rating
5
Best entry level racing wheel available today
on August 27, 2020
Posted by: Reddog
from Tomball, TX
Logitech - G923 Racing Wheel and Pedals for Xbox One and PC - Black
The Logitech G923 Driving Wheel is probably the best entry level driving wheel you can purchase today. There are lower cost driving wheels available but none that provide the overall value and features you find in the G923. It is a very good option for use with both the Xbox and PC and there is also a PS4 version. The primary difference being the button options you would have available on the wheel itself. The build quality is very good with the leather clad steering wheel being especially nice. The wheel and petals are easy to setup and have almost universal support from virtually any driving title you might use it with. This includes simple fun arcade titles to the most serious simulations currently available. The Logitech software support is excellent and fits right in with their G Hub utility. There are a few things about the wheel and petals to consider. I found the TRUEFORCE feedback to be a bit harsher than I expected coming from an older G27 wheel. But it was very good at communicating the road surface and how the car was handling which is what you want the wheel to do. It’s a very small difference from the G27 but it did feel very detailed depending on the driving titles I was playing. I would have liked the wheel to be a little bigger as I felt a bit cramped but that’s a minor gripe. My biggest complaint for the wheel and pedal kit was the way the brake pedal felt. Logitech is claiming a progressive feel for the brake pedal. To me it just never seemed to communicate back to me the way the wheel does. I do think they could have done a bit more here. There are mods you can get to improve the feel of the braking but that shouldn’t be necessary and mostly isn’t. Still if you’re in the market to equip your PC or console with a driving wheel you really cannot go wrong with the G923. I would look to get it on sale since at full price it does start to get close to some other options depending on your budget. You will find that the Logitech G923 is an excellent choice to make any of your driving games or sims a much better experience. For the entry level user this is an especially good value since you can grow and get better and be very competitive. It is amazing how many of the top sim drivers are just fine using the Logitech driving wheels even against drivers using much more expensive setups.
The Logitech G923 Driving Wheel is probably the best entry level driving wheel you can purchase today. There are lower cost driving wheels available but none that provide the overall value and features you find in the G923. It is a very good option for use with both the Xbox and PC and there is also a PS4 version. The primary difference being the button options you would have available on the wheel itself. The build quality is very good with the leather clad steering wheel being especially nice. The wheel and petals are easy to setup and have almost universal support from virtually any driving title you might use it with. This includes simple fun arcade titles to the most serious simulations currently available. The Logitech software support is excellent and fits right in with their G Hub utility. There are a few things about the wheel and petals to consider. I found the TRUEFORCE feedback to be a bit harsher than I expected coming from an older G27 wheel. But it was very good at communicating the road surface and how the car was handling which is what you want the wheel to do. It’s a very small difference from the G27 but it did feel very detailed depending on the driving titles I was playing. I would have liked the wheel to be a little bigger as I felt a bit cramped but that’s a minor gripe. My biggest complaint for the wheel and pedal kit was the way the brake pedal felt. Logitech is claiming a progressive feel for the brake pedal. To me it just never seemed to communicate back to me the way the wheel does. I do think they could have done a bit more here. There are mods you can get to improve the feel of the braking but that shouldn’t be necessary and mostly isn’t. Still if you’re in the market to equip your PC or console with a driving wheel you really cannot go wrong with the G923. I would look to get it on sale since at full price it does start to get close to some other options depending on your budget. You will find that the Logitech G923 is an excellent choice to make any of your driving games or sims a much better experience. For the entry level user this is an especially good value since you can grow and get better and be very competitive. It is amazing how many of the top sim drivers are just fine using the Logitech driving wheels even against drivers using much more expensive setups.
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Groom unwanted facial hair using the Philips Norelco Nose Trimmer 5000, a premium precision trimming kit. The Protective Guard System privides the ultimate comfort while the rotary and detail trimmers cuts close. Use the eyebrow attachments to evenly trim your eyebrows. The long-lasting lithium battery provide multiple usage and the pouch makes the trimmer easy travel. The nose trimmer is fully washable, making it easy to clean by simply running under a warm faucet.
Customer Rating
5
Simple and effective trimmer
on August 24, 2020
Posted by: Reddog
from Tomball, TX
Philips Norelco - Nose Trimmer - Black/Silver
The Philips Norelco nose trimmer is a compact battery operated trimmer that works very well. It is easy to use and I found it to be very effective in helping with my grooming needs. I especially liked the attachments for trimming the eyebrows. There are two attachment size options and they do a very good job of safely trimming near the eyes. It is very quick and takes no time at all to use. The same can be said for both the fine trimmer and the nose trimmer. It is easy to swap attachments back and forth and they all work very well. I was also glad to have the included travel pouch although I think it is probably the biggest disappointment in all of the included accessories. Still it is helpful to have so I was glad it was included. I didn’t like that included instructions since they are all on a one page sheet of paper and it's kind of klugy to unfold and read. I would have preferred to have them in a small booklet but they do tell you everything you need to know and once you start using the kit you won’t need them later anyway. I think it is safe to expect many years of service from this trimmer set and I have been very satisfied with all of the Philips products I have used.
The Philips Norelco nose trimmer is a compact battery operated trimmer that works very well. It is easy to use and I found it to be very effective in helping with my grooming needs. I especially liked the attachments for trimming the eyebrows. There are two attachment size options and they do a very good job of safely trimming near the eyes. It is very quick and takes no time at all to use. The same can be said for both the fine trimmer and the nose trimmer. It is easy to swap attachments back and forth and they all work very well. I was also glad to have the included travel pouch although I think it is probably the biggest disappointment in all of the included accessories. Still it is helpful to have so I was glad it was included. I didn’t like that included instructions since they are all on a one page sheet of paper and it's kind of klugy to unfold and read. I would have preferred to have them in a small booklet but they do tell you everything you need to know and once you start using the kit you won’t need them later anyway. I think it is safe to expect many years of service from this trimmer set and I have been very satisfied with all of the Philips products I have used.
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Emberton is a compact portable speaker with the loud and vibrant sound only Marshall can deliver. Emberton utilizes True Stereophonic, a unique form of multi-directional sound from Marshall. Experience absolute 360° sound where every spot is a sweet spot. With 20+ hours of playtime, you can enjoy the superior sound of Marshall for hours on end. It's IPX 7 water-resistance rating means you can submerge Emberton in 1 m of water for a period of up to 30 minutes. A solid metal grille and the iconic Marshall script adorn the front of the speaker, echoing the legacy of rock 'n' roll that you know and love.
Customer Rating
5
Exceptional sound in a small package
on August 3, 2020
Posted by: Reddog
from Tomball, TX
Marshall - Emberton Bluetooth Portable Speaker - Black
The Marshall Emberton Bluetooth speaker packs a large sound in a very small package. And the sound coming out of this small package is very good indeed. When I first played the speaker I was shocked not just at the quality of sound but it actually does have a very convincing 360 degree sound field. This is a very small package that is just 6 ¼ inches long by 3 inches high and wide. The little speaker has a very nice feel in the hand and enough weight to let you know there is something special going on here. The speaker feels very well made and should be a great travel companion. I had no problem getting a full day's sound from the battery. The sound is very clear and detailed. It is very well balanced and has an amazing amount of bass for such a small package. With its nice 360 degree sound field and small size you can just about put it anywhere and it will fill space with great sound. The waterproof exterior is covered in a soft rubber like material that should do well in protecting it from the elements. I especially like that it uses the new USB type C connection for charging. The speaker paired very quickly with my Samsung S10 and has a very good bluetooth range. The buttons at the top are very simple with the pairing button and a central button for powering and controlling the audio playback. It also has a very useful power meter. Really just about all you need to keep it focused on the music. This is really a very neat travel package but I would have liked to have had it so I could charge up a connected device since it does seem to have plenty of battery to spare. But that is just a small suggestion for what is a very well done portable speaker. And the Marshall aesthetic is just plain cool. This is a keeper for sure.
The Marshall Emberton Bluetooth speaker packs a large sound in a very small package. And the sound coming out of this small package is very good indeed. When I first played the speaker I was shocked not just at the quality of sound but it actually does have a very convincing 360 degree sound field. This is a very small package that is just 6 ¼ inches long by 3 inches high and wide. The little speaker has a very nice feel in the hand and enough weight to let you know there is something special going on here. The speaker feels very well made and should be a great travel companion. I had no problem getting a full day's sound from the battery. The sound is very clear and detailed. It is very well balanced and has an amazing amount of bass for such a small package. With its nice 360 degree sound field and small size you can just about put it anywhere and it will fill space with great sound. The waterproof exterior is covered in a soft rubber like material that should do well in protecting it from the elements. I especially like that it uses the new USB type C connection for charging. The speaker paired very quickly with my Samsung S10 and has a very good bluetooth range. The buttons at the top are very simple with the pairing button and a central button for powering and controlling the audio playback. It also has a very useful power meter. Really just about all you need to keep it focused on the music. This is really a very neat travel package but I would have liked to have had it so I could charge up a connected device since it does seem to have plenty of battery to spare. But that is just a small suggestion for what is a very well done portable speaker. And the Marshall aesthetic is just plain cool. This is a keeper for sure.
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The new Alienware x15 is a super thin, extremely light laptop. Now’s your chance to game with gear that knows no boundaries. The Alienware x15 gaming laptops with advanced Alienware Cryo-Tech™ cooling defy boundaries. Introducing Element 31 thermal interface material and a Quad-Fan Design. We are incorporating more fan blades, more copper materials, and vapor chambers to deliver ample power while dissipating the heat more efficiently and allowing the fans to run less resulting in reduced noise. The x15 features five tailored power states, and grants access to thousands of games with Windows. Alienware laptops will bring your favorite games into hyper-reality with Windows DirectX 12 Ultimate. Constructed with magnesium alloy and aluminum parts gamers can experience the evolved Legend Industrial Design that reimagines the way you game. The Alienware x15 is equipped with 11th Gen Intel processors, has more storage options with dual drives featuring SSD and includes powerful NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 30-series discrete graphics.
Does this have cherry mx keyboard
Can you add a SSD or NVME to the 528? Specs show an internal SSD PCIE! No pictures of the insides or specs anywhere online. Also looks like a 4 or 5 TORX for the back cover. Two screws near the hinge look like they are separate form the back cover????
The user guide makes no mention of being able to add additional storage.
3 years, 3 months ago
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Reddog
What happens when you bring together the ultimate Google phone and the speed of 5G?* You get Pixel 5. The super fast Google phone at a helpful price.
What operating system does Google Pixel 5G uses e.g. Windows or Android?
The Pixel 5G is an Android phone and not a Windows phone. There is no new phones using Windows and hasn't been for years. The most current phone from Microsoft uses the Android operating system.
3 years, 5 months ago
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Reddog
OpenComm is the first AfterShokz Bluetooth headset designed specifically for communication. Engineered with patented 7th generation bone conduction technology & featuring AfterShokz’s signature open-ear design, OpenComm enables clear communication through the DSP noise-canceling boom microphone & helps you stay connected to your surroundings while you’re at your desk, on the road, or on a jobsite.
Are they waterproof and sweat proof?
Yes, they are IP55 rated which is fine particle and basic water protection. So they should have no problem being sweat proof.
3 years, 6 months ago
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Reddog
Groom unwanted facial hair using the Philips Norelco Nose Trimmer 5000, a premium precision trimming kit. The Protective Guard System privides the ultimate comfort while the rotary and detail trimmers cuts close. Use the eyebrow attachments to evenly trim your eyebrows. The long-lasting lithium battery provide multiple usage and the pouch makes the trimmer easy travel. The nose trimmer is fully washable, making it easy to clean by simply running under a warm faucet.
Your Description and Specifications say it comes with a rechargeable lithium battery, and that it recharges in 1 hour. Your manual says to use NON-rechargeable batteries. I see no provision for a charger in the packaging. Which is it?
The trimmer comes with a single non rechargeable lithium battery. There is also no battery charger in this kit.
3 years, 8 months ago
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Reddog
Enjoy crisp powerful sound while gaming with this Turtle Beach Elite Atlas Aero wireless PC gaming headset. The rechargeable battery offers up to 30 hours of use, and the remappable on-ear controls let you adjust settings as needed. This Turtle Beach Elite Atlas Aero wireless PC gaming headset has a sleek metal headband and interchangeable cooling gel-infused memory foam ear cushions that provide a comfortable, secure fit.
Whats up with the lack of reviews on this, is this a new product? Are the ear cups leather? Is the mic attached or apart of the headset?
The lack of review might be due to it being a very new product. It can be found on the Turtle Beach website. The ear cups are a very soft pleather. You are not likely to see full leather ear cups at this price range or even higher. The mic is removable and the mute button is on the left headphone. The mic works very well.
4 years, 6 months ago
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Reddog
Enjoy crisp powerful sound while gaming with this Turtle Beach Elite Atlas Aero wireless PC gaming headset. The rechargeable battery offers up to 30 hours of use, and the remappable on-ear controls let you adjust settings as needed. This Turtle Beach Elite Atlas Aero wireless PC gaming headset has a sleek metal headband and interchangeable cooling gel-infused memory foam ear cushions that provide a comfortable, secure fit.
Is it 5.1 or 7.1
It is neither. It is a full 3D sound environment and not separate channels. You can find this feature in some higher end headphones. It seems to work well but its not your average 5.1 or 7.1 surround channel that we think of. Go look for Waives NX 3D audio to find out more about this technology.
4 years, 6 months ago
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Reddog
Hear and sound like a pro with the PRO X Gaming Headset. Pro-designed with detachable mic and Blue VO!CE software for professional-sounding voice comms. Featuring next-gen 7.1 surround sound and PRO-G 50 mm drivers for amazingly clear sound imaging. Soft memory foam-padded leatherette or velour earcups. Durable steel + aluminum construction. Premium USB external sound card gives you crystal-clear game sound and voice chat. Designed for tournaments with downloadable audio EQ profiles tuned by your favorite esports pros. Play to win.
Does it work for PlayStation 4??
Using the USB connection it should work. But I won't say for sure since I haven't tried it.
4 years, 9 months ago
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Reddog
Hear and sound like a pro with the PRO X Gaming Headset. Pro-designed with detachable mic and Blue VO!CE software for professional-sounding voice comms. Featuring next-gen 7.1 surround sound and PRO-G 50 mm drivers for amazingly clear sound imaging. Soft memory foam-padded leatherette or velour earcups. Durable steel + aluminum construction. Premium USB external sound card gives you crystal-clear game sound and voice chat. Designed for tournaments with downloadable audio EQ profiles tuned by your favorite esports pros. Play to win.
What's the release date?
The Best Buy where I am at in Texas has them in stock.
4 years, 9 months ago
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Reddog
Hear and sound like a pro with the PRO X Gaming Headset. Pro-designed with detachable mic and Blue VO!CE software for professional-sounding voice comms. Featuring next-gen 7.1 surround sound and PRO-G 50 mm drivers for amazingly clear sound imaging. Soft memory foam-padded leatherette or velour earcups. Durable steel + aluminum construction. Premium USB external sound card gives you crystal-clear game sound and voice chat. Designed for tournaments with downloadable audio EQ profiles tuned by your favorite esports pros. Play to win.
How is The Microphone On Discord?
It works very good on Discord. The mic is very good on this headset.
4 years, 9 months ago
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Reddog