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Arlo Pro 2 keeps an eye on your home while you're away, in brilliant 1080p HD quality. Put the 100% wire-free, weather-resistant camera anywhere, indoors or out. Then, power it with the included rechargeable battery or plugged it in (when indoors) to access activity zones and 24/7 Continuous Video Recording upgrades. Use 2-way audio or remotely sound a 100+ device siren while catching every moment with night vision and advanced motion detection. You'll even get motion and sound-activated alerts and 7 days of free cloud video recordings. Arlo Pro 2 works with Amazon Alexa to make your smart home security even more simple and effective.
Customer Rating
4
good video surveillance solution
on November 16, 2017
Posted by: Bappy
from Garner, NC
This is my second set of Arlo products, I am adding two of the newer, more capable Arlo 2 cameras to my existing Arlo base-station which remains unchanged between generations of Arlo and Arlo 2. This system is really easy to setup, install the rechargeable battery in the camera, charge it and press a button on the base-station and camera simultaneously to link the camera to the base-station, easy and simple. The cameras are weatherproof and the rechargeable battery lasts almost SIX months, at least for my use cases. The images and video this setup provides is of high quality, with configurable motion detection and night vision. The Arlo system provides an all in one solution with free cloud recording (an available premium level service is available). You can download and install the Android or IOS app which provides just about all the functionality you would need (real time alerts, viewing and some configuration options). Two major differences I see between the Arlo (720p/130 degree field of vision) and Arlo 2 (1080p/170 degree field of vision). Now you would think the Arlo 2 would have an advantage over the older model, it does 1080p resolution and has a wider field of vision (170 degrees). The only downside I see is the wider field of view has a more distorted image, similar to a fish eye lens (see the difference in the sample pics). Depending on your use case the wider view might make sense. For instance you can see the entire front of my shed in my sample pic, however you can see how vertical lines bend. In any case this is a solid solution and easy to setup.
Pros:
- Well built cameras, weatherproof
- Easy setup
- Free cloud recording
- Totally wireless
- Amazing rechargeable battery life
- Well built cameras, weatherproof
- Easy setup
- Free cloud recording
- Totally wireless
- Amazing rechargeable battery life
Cons:
- no real advanced configuration options in the base station or cameras
- Distortion in image (fish eye effect)
- Not inexpensive
- No pan or optical zoom
- no real advanced configuration options in the base station or cameras
- Distortion in image (fish eye effect)
- Not inexpensive
- No pan or optical zoom
My Best Buy number: 0208022682
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Tune out the world and lose yourself in music with these Sony 1000X wireless noise-cancelling headphones. Equipped with SENSE ENGINE technology, these earbuds make it easy to adjust sound modes with a single touch, so you control what you hear. Compact and intuitive, these Sony 1000X wireless noise-cancelling headphones stay comfortable for hours.
Customer Rating
3
nice design and sound - noise cancelling so so
on October 29, 2017
Posted by: Bappy
from Garner, NC
I have been using the Sony 1000X Wireless Noise-Canceling Headphones for a few days now. They are earbud type wireless headphones that connect via Bluetooth and have no wires. I held out some promise for these earbuds, they are sleek and much smaller and compact than their similar other brands. A small compact charging case is handy and acts as a storage station for when they are not in use. They are batteries are rated for 3 hours of use per charge, but I routinely got near 4 to 5 hours. These compact earbuds have provide pretty decent sound quality that can be adjusted through the use of a installable free mobile app from Sony, that ives you much flexibility in regards to tuning the sound for your preference. You can also turn on the active noise canceling or change to two other sound processing modes, that allow more ambient noise to pass through the earbuds. I find this useful for carrying on conversations with people in your listening space while making using them for a phone call. I have not seen these functions in other units, very cool. Now the bad news, the noise cancelling is not that effective, I used them in the last week on a 3 hour flight and they did not provide the level of noise cancelling I would expect. The wired $40 a pair active noise cancelling earbuds I have been using for the last two years do a substantially better job. Unfortunate as I often use this function when traveling or mowing the lawn.
Pros:
- Quality sound
- Handy free mobile app
- Compact, low profile, totally wireless
- Handy, small charging/carrying case
- Graphic equalizer within the mobile app
- Ambient sound pass-through modes
Cons:
- Active noise cancelling is not effective
Pros:
- Quality sound
- Handy free mobile app
- Compact, low profile, totally wireless
- Handy, small charging/carrying case
- Graphic equalizer within the mobile app
- Ambient sound pass-through modes
Cons:
- Active noise cancelling is not effective
My Best Buy number: 0208022683
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Keep floors and carpets clean with this SHARK® ION™ robotic vacuum. Its smart sensors navigate floors while adapting to and avoiding obstacles, and you can set up no-go areas with Bot Boundary strips. This SHARK® ION™ robotic vacuum has a long-life lithium-ion battery that keeps it operating for a full hour on a single charge.
Customer Rating
5
does a surprisingly good job
on October 28, 2017
Posted by: Bappy
from Garner, NC
the Shark Robot does a surprisingly good job on cleaning up. It works equally well cleaning carpets as it does bare floors. I had heard about these robot vacuums for awhile, but they never really interested me much, however I am now a fan. The unit comes with a remote, a charging dock and extra filters, brushes and a roll of tape that you can use to mark "territory" where the vacuum should not go.. It has the ability to run on a schedule and automatically go through a cleaning cycle, as the battery gets low it will automatically dock with the charging station and recharge.
Pros:
- does a good job cleaning
- scheduling function
- remote
- charging station
- does a good job cleaning
- scheduling function
- remote
- charging station
Cons:
- can't think of any thus far
- can't think of any thus far
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Save precious kitchen prep time with this Philips Viva multi-chopper. Its two functions provide coarse and fine chopping, and its automatic speed selection adjusts its performance to the type of ingredient. This 500W Philips Viva multi-chopper lets you achieve chef-quality results for coarsely chopped ingredients thanks to its ChopDrop technology.
Customer Rating
3
somewhat useful
on October 28, 2017
Posted by: Bappy
from Garner, NC
I use this electric chopper to dice tomatoes and onions, it is very good at chopping up vegetables and other ingredients into small chunks. This is due to the design which includes two different type blades, one that includes a basket, allowing pieces to fall through the basket into the bottom portion of the chopper. This is useful especially for items (such as tomatoes, onions and cheeses) that you don't want to turn into a paste like substance that a standard food processor would create. I can think of a few other ingredients this chopper would do a good job on, including creating finely chopped ice. The second blade provided acts as a chopper similar to a food processor. The unit is built well and cleans up easily with really only three parts to clean (four if you use the basket). Overall this is a nice chopper if you do a lot of food preparation, it is kind of a niche item.
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Set up your workstation with this 23-inch Acer widescreen monitor, and enjoy ample space for graphics or document work. The ultra-thin backlit LED display offers easy viewing in any light from any angle, and brilliant 1920 x 1080 resolution brings your work alive. This Acer widescreen monitor features an adjustable tilt stand for comfort.
Customer Rating
4
Thin, lightweight LED Widescreen monitor
on October 17, 2017
Posted by: Bappy
from Garner, NC
The SA320 widescreen monitor from Acer is a quality, well built LED backlit monitor. It offers a HDMI and a VGA style inputs and is powered by an AC adapter as opposed to the standard AC plug, so you need to use the provided power pack. The performance of this monitor is pretty impressive, images are very clear and provides a high level of contrast. The monitor is very light and thin and includes the standard stand which is easy to assemble. Overall I am very pleased with this monitor.
Pros:
- light and thin
- high contrast
- performs well
- light and thin
- high contrast
- performs well
Cons:
- powered by an AC adapter/power supply
- stand is proprietary, would be difficult to use with 3rd party mounts or to use in portrait mode.
- powered by an AC adapter/power supply
- stand is proprietary, would be difficult to use with 3rd party mounts or to use in portrait mode.
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Demanding workouts demand SoundSport Free truly wireless in-ear headphones. They're completely free of wires, so you'll enjoy complete freedom of movement. They're sweat and weather resistant, too. Bose StayHear+ Sport tips are designed to stay secure and comfortable all workout long. And the earbuds are packed full of technology that makes your music sound so clear and powerful, you'll push past your limits.
Customer Rating
4
Bose quality, questionable convenience and fit
on October 9, 2017
Posted by: Bappy
from Garner, NC
The Bose SoundSport Free Wireless Headphones are basically two separate earbuds, they are very similar to the Bose SoundSport Wireless Headphones (which has a wire between the two earbuds). Both versions connect via Bluetooth to your device. They sound identical, functioning the same as the version that is wired between the buds. These earbuds deliver the traditional Bose clear, crisp audio with good volume. I feel like they fit in your ear awkwardly, even with using different earbud sizes provided, they are what I would consider somewhat top heavy. The lack of a wire does not provide as much of a convenience as you would think. Although I have to admit that similar to the Bose SoundSport Wireless Headphones these earbuds are quite big and feel that way in your ear. If there is a downside, it is the size, occasionally it will feel as they could fall out of your ear. I have used wireless Bluetooth earbuds before that are smaller and feel more secure in your ears, not sure how these would hold up during a spirited run. The earbuds come with their own case which is necessary for recharging, it a also a super way to protect them. However if you forget the case I don’t really see a way of charging them. As with other Bose models these are sweat and weather resistant. Overall I like these earbuds, however I am not sure I would pay the premium for the elimination of the wire between each of the speaker buds.
Pros:
- Traditional Bose sound quality and build
- sweat and weather resistant
Cons:
- Kind of big
- Could be more ergonomic (cannot lay your ear on a pillow)
- Case appears to be needed for charging
- pricey
- Traditional Bose sound quality and build
- sweat and weather resistant
Cons:
- Kind of big
- Could be more ergonomic (cannot lay your ear on a pillow)
- Case appears to be needed for charging
- pricey
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Enjoy a cleaner house with this versatile Shark Flex vacuum cleaner. It converts easily to a handheld device to clean curtains and shelves, and it includes attachments to remove pet hair and reach under appliances. This Shark Flex vacuum cleaner weighs less than 10 lbs., so it's easy to maneuver.
Customer Rating
5
Great Vacuum, highly maneuverable
on September 27, 2017
Posted by: Bappy
from Garner, NC
Assembling the Shark – Flex DuoClean HV391 Upright Vacuum seems daunting at first, a half dozen part to assemble. However after looking at the instructions you realize it is fairly simple and took me no longer than 5 to 7 minutes. The motor on this unit is on the top and is fairly light, I commented to my wife that it has the appearance of a weed trimmer. After it was assembled I immediately put it to use on a bare floor, picked up crumbs and dirt in my kitchen with ease. Initially for someone that never owned a similar vacuum it seems a little strange given that it is top heavy, however the brush and pickup are SUPER easy to maneuver. The unit did a very good job in cleaning every spec of loose particles off the floor. On carpets it does an equally excellent job, the brush mechanism seems to pull the unit forward as you use it, making for a fatigueless cleaning experience. The system comes with a few attachments which lead to a very versatile unit indeed. We are very happy with the Shark – Flex DuoClean HV391 Upright Vacuum even to the point of my wife commenting that it is better than the other leading, smartly designed vacuum we own.
Pros:
- self-propelled-like forward motion
- excellent maneuverability
- very good suction
- seamlessly transitions between floor types (bare floors, over mats and carpets)
- lightweight design
- good on stairs
- long cord
- rotating brushes do not propel and redistribute particles on bare floors, sucks them all up.
Cons:
- difficult to stand up and store when not in use
- grip area seems designed for use by people with larger hands, gets a little uncomfortable if you have small to medium hands if using for an extended period of time
Pros:
- self-propelled-like forward motion
- excellent maneuverability
- very good suction
- seamlessly transitions between floor types (bare floors, over mats and carpets)
- lightweight design
- good on stairs
- long cord
- rotating brushes do not propel and redistribute particles on bare floors, sucks them all up.
Cons:
- difficult to stand up and store when not in use
- grip area seems designed for use by people with larger hands, gets a little uncomfortable if you have small to medium hands if using for an extended period of time
My Best Buy number: 0208022682
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The Keurig K-Select single serve coffee maker in Matte Black combines sleek design and more intuitive features to help you brew your perfect cup every single time. It features four brew sizes, so you can brew 6, 8, 10, or up to 12 oz. of your favorite coffee, tea, hot cocoa, or iced beverage with the touch of a button. And for those who like a stronger cup of coffee, the Keurig K-Select brewer is the perfect choice. The Strong Brew feature kicks up your coffee’s strength and intensity, so you can enjoy a bolder brew. Choose from hundreds of delicious varieties of K-Cup pods, or brew your own ground coffee with the My-K-Cup Universal Reusable Coffee Filter (sold separately). With the K-Select brewer, you can brew 5 cups between refills of the large 52 oz. water reservoir.
Customer Rating
4
Quality Keurig product
on September 18, 2017
Posted by: Bappy
from Garner, NC
I am the first to admit that not really a huge coffee drinker, in fact I drink tea most of the time. However others in my family do drink coffee and often need to brew a cup or two quickly while headed out in the morning. This Keurig carries on their tradition of producing quality k-cup coffee makers. It has a large water reservoir (52 oz) with a built in filter to produce a quick and clean cup of whatever you want to brew. I chose tea for the first cup and it was hot and strong, this brewer has a "strong" option to brew a more robust cup of whatever you choose. In addition it offers four different brewing sizes (6, 8, 10, 12 oz.) and will accommodate and readily fill my daughter's yeti insulated cup. You can debate the economics of k-cups (certainly for tea it is cost prohibitive), however most people use these coffee makers for the convenience and this unit certainly provides that. It is well built and has a programmable auto off feature (although this model does not have a programmable start feature). This unit certainly is quieter and more efficient than the earlier model Keurig it replaced. It comes with a k-cup sampler of five different coffee and a hot chocolate (interesting). My coffee drinkers are happy campers and are now ready for the cold mornings that are to come later this year.
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Air is the new oil, and now with the Philips Airfryer you can use that air to fry in a healthier way with up to 75% less fat! Thanks to Philips unique TurboStar™ technology, all food is exposed to constant, circulating heat allowing you to cook your favorite foods with a tablespoon or less of oil. The result is evenly fried food – with no turning or shaking needed. Preset meals on the digital Airfryer allow you to cook your favorite recipes at the touch of a button.
Customer Rating
4
Clean "frying"
on August 10, 2017
Posted by: Bappy
from Garner, NC
This air fryer is works pretty well, it is fairly small and has non-digital controls, which actually makes it easier to operate. I find the frying basket is a little bit small, realized it says three or four people serving size for most foods. Depending on foods expect to serve 1 to 2. Nothing unique in the home frying world, small batches of food come out over a period of time. As for foods specifically, french fries cooked nice, took 12 minutes from a frozen state. Fried Plantains not so much, probably needed to be sprayed with a little oil prior. Frozen breaded ravioli's took longer than a regular oil based fryer. This is something you have to remember that for the most part this is not using any oil so the foods are not inundated with with oil to cook and they're not submerged in anything. Upside is foods are not greasy. does a pretty good job things don't turn out greasy. Basically this is a small little convection oven. Have not a get cooked any meats so far, there are mobile or tablet based apps to get ideas and helpful hints on what foods to cook. I wish it was a little bit larger but is good for one or two people. Only comes with one basket, you can buy other accessories, for instance to bake a small cake. Overall pretty happy with the unit it's compact and works fairly well.
Pros:
- "fried" foods with little grease.
- handy, compact size
- other cooking accessories available
- "fried" foods with little grease.
- handy, compact size
- other cooking accessories available
Cons:
- low capacity fry basket
- some foods take longer to cook than traditional frying.
- low capacity fry basket
- some foods take longer to cook than traditional frying.
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Work on any surface with this Logitech wireless mobile mouse. Its Darkfield technology allows flawless tracking on glass, metal and even cloth, and its compact size makes it easy to pack. Enjoy the speedy free-spinning mode of this Logitech wireless mobile mouse for rapid scrolling, or switch to click-to-click mode for more precise work.
Customer Rating
5
Logitech quality continues
on July 10, 2017
Posted by: Bappy
The Logitech MX Anywhere 2S Wireless Mobile Mouse uses the tried and true Logitech mouse form factor, it fits comfortably in your hand and is easy to use. As with my previous Logitech Anywhere mouse it has back and forward buttons on the side which aid greatly for surfing in your favorite internet browser. While I did not use the FLOW software I did wirelessly connected this mouse to my laptop using Bluetooth, which allowed me to bypass using the small USB receiver that is supplied with the mouse. Another great feature of the Logitech MX Anywhere 2S Wireless Mobile Mouse is that is has a rechargeable battery built in, no need to carry spare batteries, just plug in the supplied USB charging cable (you can use it while charging) and charge the internal battery. I expect this MX Anywhere 2S will perform as well and long as my previous MX Anywhere, Logitech is known for quality products and I expect the same from this product.
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The sound quality you expect from great earbuds with convenient features that go above and beyond. Two microphones in each earbud mean you’ll always be heard on calls. The SOUNDFORM Rise True Wireless Earbuds are designed to get you through even the longest days with an impressive 7 hours of charge in each earbud and another 24 hours in the wireless charging case. The IPX5 water resistance rating protects them rain or shine while easy-to-use controls offer the power to change volume, skip tracks, and take calls, all at your fingertips.
Are the Soundform Rise compatible with Windows?
I paired them to my Windows 10 laptop and used them on Zoom calls.
2 years, 6 months ago
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TUF Gaming VG289Q is a 28-inch, 4K UHD, IPS display with superior images, 90 % DCI-P3 color space designed for professional gamers. It also features FreeSync/Adaptive-Sync technology, for extremely fluid gameplay without tearing and stuttering. VG289Q supports HDR technology across a range of luminance to deliver a wider color range and higher contrast than traditional monitors. The brightest whites and the darkest blacks bring out details like never before. It also delivers DCI-P3 90% color gamut and contrast performance.
Can this monitor be turned for a vertical view as well?
yes the stand allows the monitor to physically swivel 90 degrees
3 years ago
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Improve your home security with this Night Owl 10-channel NVR surveillance system. The two-way audio communication lets you converse with guests, while four Full HD IP cameras have color night vision capability to capture clear video evidence. This Night Owl 10-channel NVR surveillance system features Wi-Fi connectivity for remote access via Android and iOS devices.
How long does the batters last on charge for cameras
they require power via an AC adapter, the are not battery powered.
3 years, 9 months ago
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The Logitech K380 Multi-Device Bluetooth keyboard for Mac makes any space minimalist, modern, and multi-device by letting you type on your iPhone, iPad, MacBook, iMac more.* Connect with three devices simultaneously and switch instantly between them. The K380 Multi-Device for Mac is compact and lightweight. You can type on the device of your choice, so you can own your space—anywhere.
Does this keyboard come with a usb a adapter to plug into a device that doesn’t support Bluetooth?
The Logitech K380 Multi-Device Bluetooth keyboard for Mac makes any space minimalist, modern, and multi-device by letting you type on your iPhone, iPad, MacBook, iMac more.* Connect with three devices simultaneously and switch instantly between them. The K380 Multi-Device for Mac is compact and lightweight. You can type on the device of your choice, so you can own your space—anywhere.
Does this work with the iPad Air?
Capture up to 1440p video with this Nextbase 522GW dash camera. Alexa enables hands-free control through voice commands, and Bluetooth 4.2 and Wi-Fi technologies sync with compatible smartphones for quick access to important footage. This Nextbase 522GW dash camera has ports for connecting compatible camera modules for easy expansion.
This specs states that it has GPS. Does it record GPS location and speed on the viewed camera footage? There is a GPS powered mount that is available for these types of cameras. Are these extra mounts needed to record GPS and speed on the footage?
Acer Nitro 5 Laptop: Lose yourself in the absorbing multimedia experience delivered by this Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop. The Intel Core i5 processor ensures a lag-free performance, and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 graphics card delivers immersive visuals on the 15.6-inch Full HD display. This Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop has 8GB of RAM for seamless multitasking.
Do you know the average fps on high setting on high quality games.
that can vary, but the Relative Benchmark app in the Windows Store indicates 59.98 FPS at 1920x1080 :
4 years, 11 months ago
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Upgrade compatible PC systems with the WD_Black SN750 internal SSD. Read speeds of up to 3,470MB/s offer improved load times, while the M.2 form factor means you can directly plug into the motherboard without extra cabling. Compared to typical 2.5-inch SSDs, this WD_Black SSD fits double the storage density on a single-sided drive, making it suitable for portable builds.
Will this work with Lenovo Thinkpad L380
Always know what’s happening at your door with the SimpliSafe Video Doorbell Pro. Its crystal-clear 1080p HD video and 162° field of view give you a clear shot of your property 24/7. Two-way audio lets you hear and speak to unwanted guests (and welcomed ones too) - even when you're not home. Have the SimpliSafe App? The Video Doorbell Pro will send instant alerts whenever someone approaches. And with Smart Person Detection, it can tell the difference between people, vehicles and animals. That means you only get the alerts that matter. Plus, when backed by 24/7 professional monitoring, you’ll have experts who are ready to request emergency dispatch when you need it most. This camera is designed for all weather extremes—so you're still protected in rain and snow. (Compatible with the SimpliSafe Gen 3 security system. Requires Wi-Fi (2.4GHz) and existing wired doorbell setup with mechanical chime and a transformer with 8-24 VAC, 30VA max. Not compatible with digital chimes.)
Does this doorbell allow storage to the local network instead of a cloud server?
no local SD card or transmit capabilities of images.
5 years, 6 months ago
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Handle storage demands with this Western Digital SATA solid-state drive. Its 560MB/s read speed and 530MB/s write speed are suitable for intensive applications, and its 2.5-inch form factor fits most desktops and laptops. The solid-state drive has no moving parts, making the drive resistant to shock to protect your data. Includes the WD SSD Dashboard to keep track of the drive's status.
Hello will this work on my HP Elitebook 8460w laptop. Thank you in adbance, Eddie.
it should, however since you have a Serial ATA-300 HDD controller you might not receive the full throughput available with this drive
5 years, 9 months ago
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