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Maximize air flow in your house, office, or dorm with this WOOZOO globe remote controlled fan. The powerful yet compact unit comes with a remote to let you control your desired settings from across the room. Five speed settings let you adjust air flow to your desired strength, and optional natural breeze setting imitates the feeling of the outdoors. The whole room fan oscillates left and right, up and down, or all directions together. Enjoy extra-quiet cooling on the circulator’s virtually silent 'low' setting, and make use of the optional 1, 2, and 4 hour auto-off timer settings. Desktop fan offers maximum power, providing up to 353 ft² area coverage, and the 70 inch cord makes it easy to reach the outlet.
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The Woozoo Compact Globe Oscillating Fan is a very effective little fan that pushes more air than you would think. Out of the box, the fan requires no assembly. The fan has controls on the unit, but it also has a remote with controls that needs clear plastic tabs removed so that its battery makes contact with the battery terminals. The fan blades are enclosed inside a sphere that sits on a pedestal with a circular base. The controls (on the remote and on the unit) include 5 speeds to choose from, a breeze simulation button, horizontal pattern button, vertical pattern button, and a timer button if you want to set a turnoff timer. Of note is that the fan will do a horizontal and vertical pattern at the same time which maximizes the fan coverage. At the highest speed, the fan is still fairly quiet compared to other fans I have while still blowing quite hard. One thing that is different from other fans I have used is that moving the fan sphere is all done by the unit, not by hand. This is not the sort of fan where you maneuver the face of the fan to point in a certain direction by hand. In this case, you use the controls to move the sphere horizontally and vertically until it is pointing in the desired direction and then push the respective button again to stop it; or you can move the base to change the direction of the entire unit. I love the wind simulation feature because it randomly changes speed just like the breeze from a window. This would be an excellent bedroom fan for warm nights, but it is also a good work fan because it is so quiet and focused. You can put a breeze on yourself without it also being picked up by a mic. I was impressed with this fan and would recommend it for anyone interested in a small fan.
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Experience absolute power and precision that blows you away with the Razer Nommo V2 Pro—a fully-loaded, full-range speaker system and wireless subwoofer combo. Amplified by THX Spatial Audio and Razer Chroma RGB, set the stage for a cinematic audio-visual experience primed for your battlestation.
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The Razer Nommo V2 Pro Full-Range 2.1 PC Gaming Speakers with Wireless Subwoofer is a superior sound solution for the PC that provides excellent sound, customizable RGB, and options for connectivity. It comes with 4 pieces. There are 2 tabletop speakers that connect to each other, to the PC, and to a power cord. There is a wireless subwoofer that connects to its own power cord. There is a wireless puck/controller that controls power on/off, volume, and connection options. The whole setup feels extremely solid and durable. The desktop speakers have a heft to them that I have not felt with PC speakers before. They are fixed on a pedestal that is very secure; these aren't going to tip over without being physically pushed over. They have RGB that shines through a hard plastic bubble in the back, and the RGB is very well done. I would highly recommend downloading and connecting the speakers to the Razer Synapse app which will update the hardware drivers and allow control of the RGB and customization of the sound. The wireless subwoofer connects to the desktop speakers with a push of the pairing button on the back of it. It does not have RGB, but it feels very sturdy. The wireless puck is a nifty addition. It has a shiny silver top, and the top spins with a textured grip on the outside. Pushing/holding down the top of the puck can control power on, while spinning it controls volume up and down. It doesn't have RGB, but it does have a band that lights up green and blue depending on the status and connection type of the speakers. It takes batteries, but will auto shutdown after so long to save the battery life. It also has a nice heft to it. The solid weight and quality of each of these items made a big impression with me. I have had many Razer items and the top end quality of this speaker system is the best they have ever produced. It can connect via USB-C to the PC, or it can connect via Bluetooth. The sound is fantastic. Previously, I had my PC connected to a soundbar via HDMI. That did pretty well from a volume perspective but not always with clarity. The Razer Nommo V2 is superior in every respect. I can crank up music, games, calls, and not only can it play everything loudly but it also plays everything clearly whether the volume is low, medium, or high. I can't imagine desktop speakers producing a better 2.1 sound. The desktop speakers are angled slightly up and when they are on both sides of my monitor it sounds glorious. In games, when listening to footsteps and trying to understand where other players are on the map, these speakers do so much better than my old soundbar. The woofer produces great bass that you can crank up or down. The RGB customization via the app did a perfect job of allowing me to make the light subtle and to sync it with other RGB items, and to even shut down when the PC shuts down. Using the puck to power the speakers on and control volume is very useful. If you have volume control on your keyboard within finger reach, it may seem duplicative. But I still found myself using the puck and it can provide an unobtrusive but useful indicator on the status of the speakers. I was pretty blown away by the whole setup. The quality and materials used are top notch. The sound quality is superior. They have never lost connection or not powered up exactly when I wanted them to power up. I really like these speakers, and I would recommend them for any gamer or anyone who likes to listen to music on their PC.
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Fuel your system performance with the Crucial® T500 Gen4 NVMe® SSD. Experience faster gaming – perfect for PS5™ upgrades. Amp up your creative potential with solid state storage that moves as fast as you need it to. Heavy tasks are no problem with better performance to power efficiency, and our heatsink gives you quiet heat dissipation in a sleek design.
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The Crucial T500 2TB Internal SSD with heatsink is an excellent hard drive. This is a PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD that is compatible with the PS5, desktop PC and workstation. It has a read speed up to 7400 MB/s and is more than 2 times faster than Gen3. I chose to use it in my PS5 because it comes with a heatsink which is a requirement for any SSD being added to the PS5. I removed it from the box, brought my PS5 over to a table, and followed the official PS5 video tutorial for installing a SSD. This process will not void the PS5 warranty. Following the video tutorial, it took about 5 minutes total to install and reassemble the PS5. It was great to increase the hard drive space in the PS5 from 1TB to 3TB. It is just as fast as the hard drive that came with the PS5; I can't tell any difference in loading or installing games from the new hard drive. To start using it in the PS5, just go into the storage settings for the PS5 and set the rules for where you items to be stored. It accomplished exactly what I wanted it to do and was easy to install. I would recommend this SSD for any use!
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The Bowers & Wilkins Px8 Wireless Headphones, featuring a completely redesigned and optimized acoustic system, an angled ultra-high-resolution carbon drive unit, deliver detailed, rich audio performance with incredible clarity. With its proprietary active noise cancellation, the headphones are designed to block out unwanted external noise, ensuring clear, crisp playback of your favorite tracks. With the redesigned microphone arrangement with 2 external adjustable mics, the wireless headphones ensure exceptional call quality. Easy set up offered through the iOS/Android compatible Bowers & Wilkins Music App that allows you to control he sound and noise cancellation, enable voice control right from your phone. Offers 30 hours battery life from a 2-hour charge, plus quick charge support delivering 7 hours playback from a 15-minute charge. Comes with all round improvements to headband that ensure comfort across differing head-shapes, coupled with lightweight aluminum and fine leathers for a superior fit and finish.
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5
Outstanding audio quality and premium touches
on November 25, 2023
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The Bowers & Wilkins Px8 Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones are easily the most luxurious headphones I have ever owned. This is a top end pair of headphones for anyone who enjoys hearing all the details in their music. Music and phone conversations sound amazing, they are truly customizable via the Bowers & Wilkins Music app, and they feel great after hours of listening. Out of the box, there are the headphones, 48" long USB-C to 3.5mm audio jack cable for optional wired use, 47" long USB-C to USB-C charging cable, carrying case with zipper, and paperwork. The headphones way about 11.25 ounces which feels good on my head. I have the Royal Burgundy color which features a burgundy and gold color scheme which looks great and gives the headphones that 'top of the line' look. The bridge is covered with burgundy leather on the outside and nylon on the inside, and has just the right amount of cushion. The arms coming down are gold-colored bright metal and feel very sturdy. The earcups are gold-colored bright metal and burgundy leather on the outside, and burgundy-colored nylon covering memory foam on the inside. I wear glasses so I pay close attention to the earcup pressure against the stems of my glasses, and I can report that after hours of wear that the headphones have a perfect amount of pressure and still feel great over my glasses. I gave them a 15 minute charge out of the box and downloaded the Bowers & Wilkins app on my Android phone in the meantime. I would consider the app essential, as it allows the headphones to be customized to your preference. This customization includes equalization settings, control of the active noise-cancelling and transparency, and setting up the voice assistant of your choice. I removed the headphones from charging, paired them with my phone, and completed the customization I just mentioned. It was quick and easy to get it setup to my liking. I tried the Px8 headphones with streaming music and movies via my phone, and I was blown away with how good the audio sounded. The headphones have 40mm carbon drivers and they produce crisp, balanced audio. I could hear details, especially in higher ranges, that felt like a revelation to my ears even with music I have listened to forever. The mid-range sounded very nice and the bass was average. If you want pure bass that thumps your ears there are probably other headphones that will provide that, but I do not believe you will get the quality of balanced audio that these headphones provide. Audio from movies and dialogue sounded amazing. I connected the headphones to my PC for gaming and chat, and they did a great job providing chat clarity while gaming. I also took a few calls from family, and they sounded clear while also relaying that I sounded clear to them. That 15 minute charge at the beginning has provided 8 hours of listening so far. The box states that the headphones will give 30 hours of listening with a full charge, and I believe that. This headset does have active noise-cancelling provided by 6 mics, and I would give that feature a 4 out of 5. I have had headphones that provided better noise-cancelling, but these did a very good job. One of my calls was near loud foot traffic, and the call quality was still top notch from a listening and speaking perspective. I was listening to some music in my kitchen while my kids had the TV on nearby at a decent volume, and I could only hear the music. But some noise did still slip in when things were very loud, but not enough to distract. Overall, I would recommend the Px8 for any use, like listening to music or movies, calls, or gaming. But, I would especially recommend this headset for a user that appreciates outstanding audio and premium touches in both sound and look.
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The Roomba j9+ robot vacuum delivers 100% stronger suction* and adjustable cleaning power to lift even trapped pet hair from carpets. Equipped with the most thoughtful, pet-friendly features, this smart vacuum has dual rubber brushes to sweep up dust after the dog park, the know-how to steer around pet toys and food bowls, and our P.O.O.P. guarantee** to avoid accidental pet messes or you get a replacement. Dirt Detective, powered by iRobot OS, keeps track of cleaning settings and frequency to auto-customize where and how it cleans so your home is always at its freshest. Go ahead and love your pet–your Roomba robot will handle their mess. *Compared to Roomba i Series robots **See iRobot website for details
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The iRobot Roomba j9+ Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum 'Ruby Bronze' is the one of the best robotic vacuums that I have ever used. It takes just a bit to set up initially. Out of the box, I took out the vacuum, the Automatic Dirt Disposal Clean Base, an extra filter, an extra dirt disposal bag, and line cord. The vacuum is circular with a diameter of 13.7 inches and a height of 3.4 inches. It weighs just under 9 lbs. The Clean Base is 15.8 by 12.2 by 13.3 inches, and weighs just under 22 lbs. I setup the Clean Base and let the vacuum fully charge. While it was getting charged, I downloaded the iRobot Home app on my Android phone and got it connected to the vacuum. This app will make sure the OS for the j9+ is updated, but it is also one of the ways to get the vacuum to start, see the mapping for your rooms, and set up no-sweep zones. It can also connect to Alexa, Siri, or Google Assistant so that it will start sweeping via voice commands. Once I told it to start, it quickly left the base and started mapping and sweeping. My home has mostly hardwood floors with some rugs. I also have a dog and 2 cats. Like most robot vacuums, it logically started a sweeping pattern through the rooms and the progress of the vacuum and dirt level can be seen on the app. It has a feature called Dirt Detective that remembers the dirt level of certain areas so that those areas can be prioritized if there is a limited window of time for cleaning. I have had a few robot vacuums through the years so there were a few things that I wanted to watch for specifically. The transition areas where the edge of a rug meets hardwood can be difficult for a robot vacuum because of the change in traction and in height. I have found this area to be problematic for cleaning. So I was pleasantly surprised with how well the j9+ handled it. From a traction perspective, it didn't slow down noticeably, and from a cleaning perspective, it sucked up debris all the way to the rug border. It does have 2 rubber brushes underneath that seem to do a wonderful job in picking up the dirt on the floor. Another area I monitored was in the corners of rooms, as I have seen other robot vacuums struggle to get all the way in there, especially with the typical curved design. The j9+ has a brush specifically for edge cleaning, and it took its time approaching the corners from multiple angles over the course of the sweeping cycle. I thought it did a great job with corners. Obstacle detection and avoidance was pretty good. It bounced around some to get around chair legs and table legs, but that seemed typical to me. It did find and avoid strategically placed dog toys, and the same with food and water bowls that I leave on the floor. For me, the vacuum operated for an hour before needed a charge but that will probably vary based on how much area is covered by rugs and carpet, and general square footage. When it was done, the vacuum maneuvered onto the Clean Base to charge and automatically get emptied. The base will hold multiple weeks worth of debris emptied from the vacuum into the bag. If I have one issue with the j9+ system, this automatic emptying doesn't always get everything out of the debris compartment on the vacuum. It isn't a big deal to finish the job manually, but it does mean that it isn't a completely automatic process. But for me, I don't mind because it is quick to do, and with how well it handled rug transitions and corners it ended up being a much better and quicker sweeping experience than with past robot vacuums. I thought the noise level of both the operation of the vacuum and the automatic emptying were middle of the road, but certainly quieter than a manual vacuum. The speed of the vacuum was slower than some others, but in general it was time put to good use as it cleaned remarkably well even in obvious fur-shedding areas. Overall, I was very impressed with the iRobot Roomba j9+ Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum. It was easy to setup and use, it cleaned well in both obvious areas and in areas that are traditionally tough for robot vacuums, it cleaned well on both hard woods and rugs, and it did pretty well with the auto-emptying feature with the base. I would recommend it over any other robotic vacuum simply because it cleaned better than the others I have had.
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Enjoy exceptionally clear sound with the Logitech Zone 950 Premium Noise Canceling Headset, our best wireless headset. Work from anywhere and ensure you can hear and be heard in busy environments – like open offices and cafes. The Zone 950 noise canceling headphones feature Advanced Call Clarity technology, which uses AI to make it easier to hear the person you’re talking to by suppressing ambient noise. Hybrid active noise cancellation (ANC) blocks distracting background sound. Noise canceling mics elevate your voice while suppressing other sounds. 40 mm speakers deliver premium audio for meetings and music. The free Logi Tune app offers a dynamic and personalized equalizer (EQ) that automatically adjusts the audio to your own hearing range or lets you customize the sound to your preferences. Designed for comfort and a longer life with replaceable earpads and battery.
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The Logitech Zone 950 Wireless Headset is a fantastic headset with active noise cancelling that offers several ways to connect to a device. Out of the box, there is the headset, USB-C receiver, USB-A adapter (which accepts the USB-C receiver), USB-C charging cable (59 inch length), a travel bag, and documentation. The headset is the traditional matte dark gray that will be familiar to any Logitech product user. It feels sturdy enough, with metal used in the decoration ring and temple extension, and weighs around a half pound. The headset is designed to be worn facing either way depending on the preference of the mic boom being on the left or right. The mic boom is flip-to-mute, and there is a mute push button on the boom itself. The earcup with the mic boom has buttons for call controls, active noise cancelling modes, the USB-C charging port, and the power/Bluetooth pairing button. The other earcup has smart touch controls for volume and music that can either be tapped or swiped. The ear cushions are breathable, provide a good alternative for users that don't like earbuds or full cups, and can sense if you take them off so that music will automatically pause. The headset is certified for Zoom, Google Meet, Google Voice, and Fast Pair, and works with Windows, macOS, Chromebooks, and iOS/Android devices via USB-A, USB-C, and Bluetooth. The headset can connect to multiple devices at once so that the user can be connected to an app but also take calls. I would highly recommend downloading the Logi Tune app and connecting the headset so that the full suite of features can be controlled and customized, and sound can be equalized. The active noise cancelling, for example, can be set to low, high, off, or hybrid depending on what is desired. I work from home with pets that can cause various levels of noise behind me so I used the hybrid level which seemed to work well when they would suddenly start playing with a loud toy or start to bark. There are also 4 noise cancelling microphones that prevent loud background noises from coming through the mic. The Zone 950 also has a feature called Advanced Call Clarity that helped quiet the loud background noise coming from some people, as if they were utilizing voice clarity technology. I thought that these features all working together provided an excellent benefit: your voice is being heard as clearly as possible while you are also hearing others as clearly as possible by not hearing your own background noise or theirs. I asked for feedback on my voice and heard feedback that my voice was coming through Zoom more clearly with the Zone 950 than it was before. There is a Transparency mode, too, so that a user can hear outside noise while continuing to wear the headset. I wouldn't call this headset great for listening to music, although it did that well enough. The drivers are 40mm and sound better than I thought a work headset would. I tinkered with the EQ setting in Logi Tune and that helped for music. I loved the touch controls on the side of the non-mic ear cup. Whether it is earbuds or other headsets, push button controls often are either uncomfortable or awkward, so this was a great solution. The Zone 950 held a charge for about 17 hours for me, but that will change depending on how much the active noise cancelling is used. I liked that there was a quick charge feature which provides an hour of use after 5 minutes of charging, which is perfect for when you forget to charge before a meeting. Overall, I really liked the Logitech 950. It has useful features that work well with a sturdy feel that should help the unit to last for a while. I would recommend for work or school purposes, less so for gaming or audiophiles.
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Defined in ambition. Built through rigor. M75 AIR was made for a single purpose – to help you win. The symmetrical mouse shape has been expertly crafted to let nothing come between you and top-tier play. The speed and control you gain from M75 AIR is simply unrivaled, and at just 60g, M75 AIR is unbelievably light, enabling you to make the most agile movements, sweeps, and recenters. The 26K DPI CORSAIR MARKSMAN optical sensor detects those moves with pro grade precision, and your shots register instantly on optical switches guaranteed for 100 million clicks. When you grasp M75 AIR, you’re holding a mouse that’s sculpted by victory.
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The Corsair M75 Air Wireless Gaming Mouse is a very nice gaming mouse that is extremely light compared to other gaming mice I have used. Out of the box, you get the mouse, the USB charging cable, and the USB wireless receiver. The mouse has a symmetrical build with 2 side buttons on the left side. The color is matte black with the exception of the side of the scroll wheel which is yellow. There is no RGB which means that while it is a gaming mouse, it could comfortably be used for business purposes. It only weighs 60 grams, which is lighter than most full-sized mice. From a gaming perspective, the M75 uses optical switches underneath the left and right mouse buttons and utilizes a 26K DPI optical sensor, 650 IPS tracking, and up to 50G acceleration. It can connect in 3 ways: Bluetooth, wirelessly using 2.4GHz with the USB wireless receiver plugged into the computer, and wired with the USB charging cable plugged into the computer. I used it while connected via all 3 potential ways, and I couldn't tell any difference. The mouse can hold a charge for around 100 hours of use with Bluetooth before needing to be charged; I have used it for a few days and it hasn't lost much charge so I can verify it holds a charge well. I would highly recommend downloading the iCue software from Corsair, as it allows the user to have custom DPI settings, customize the button settings, and update firmware. I used the M75 Air on both a hard and soft mousepad, and it felt quick and responsive. I prefer the hard mousepad and it felt like the mouse just glided over the surface. After a swipe to the edge, the mouse can re-center with a quick pickup/setdown. I play a lot of FPS games and the M75 Air felt snappy to use without causing any strain or fatigue. Clicks felt instant with the optical switches and I experienced no visible response time delay for movement. The symmetrical design felt pretty good in my hand, and my fingers naturally laid where they should on the left/right mouse buttons. Overall, this mouse excels at everything it claims to be. It is a very good gaming mouse with gaming features. It is lightweight and responsive. It is customizable and can connect in versatile ways. I would recommend the Corsair M75 Air for any purpose and any user.
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The CORSAIR K70 CORE gaming keyboard empowers your best play and makes gaming and typing amazing. With silky smooth CORSAIR Red linear mechanical switches and two layers of sound dampening foam for a superior typing sound and feel, this is premier CORSAIR performance at its core. Take control effortlessly with a multi-function rotary dial and programmable media button, configurable in iCUE. Use iCUE to also customize the K70 CORE’s dazzling per-key RGB lighting and make your desktop your own dynamic work of art, and then save your RGB settings and macros on up to five onboard profiles to always have at the ready. Your ambition starts with the K70 CORE.
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The Corsair K70 Core RGB Mechanical Gaming Keyboard is a high quality, ten key gaming keyboard that feels durable and types great for any type of user. Out of the box, it weighs in at 2.64 lbs and measures at 17.6 x 5.31 x 1.6 inches. The K70 is matte black on the sides and bottom, and has an aluminum matte gray plate on top that sits underneath the keys. The 104 keys themselves are largely black along the periphery and gray in the middle with some exceptions. The keycaps are ABS double-shot which are fade-resistant. The keycaps sit on lubricated Corsair Red linear mechanical switches which offer the perfect level of resistance while typing, and report at 1000Hz. There is a programmable media button and a multi-function knob/dial that feels made of metal and is textured for grip. I could not get the RGB to work with the multi-function knob/dial but it is side-lit by the RGB from other keys so it can still be seen in the dark. It did not come with a wrist rest, but I used one from my old keyboard and that worked find for me. It is wired with a 6ft cord that connects via USB-A port to the computer. There is no USB port on the keyboard itself. The keyboard legs are made from thick plastic and do a good job lifting the keyboard. There is per-key RGB that shines both through the keycap and around it that can be programmed via the Corsair iCUE application that can be downloaded to the computer. The keyboard has on-board memory that can save up to 5 custom profiles for key assignment/RGB that the keyboard will remember even if plugged into a different device that doesn't have the iCUE software installed. When it comes to typing, the words that describe this keyboard are smooth and quiet. The linear switches make for buttery smooth keystrokes. There are 2 layers of sound dampening foam underneath the keys that do a great job of muting keystroke noises. It isn't silent quite; keystrokes can be heard faintly especially if you're a key pounder. But this keyboard could easily double as a business keyboard that keeps keystrokes at a low noise level so that they aren't distracting or heard during work calls. If the RGB is turned off, or turned onto a basic mode, there isn't anything externally that explicitly identifies the keyboard as a gaming keyboard. I used it for FPS gaming where key response is crucial and it performed well. I used it for typing notes during calls and it performed well. I do wish it had a USB port for a headset but that is really the only wish I had. It was smooth and quiet to use, lit up well while utilizing the iCUE app, and responded well whether gaming or for business use.
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The new Dell G15 5530 Gaming Laptop - game on a retro-inspired gaming laptop with all the modern essentials for everyday gaming.
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4
Very Good Lower-Middle Tier Gaming Notebook
on October 4, 2023
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The Dell G15 Gaming Notebook is a budget gaming laptop that works well with moderate settings on new games but can experience slowness with more memory intensive applications. Out of the box, the laptop felt as expected from a weight perspective at 6 lbs, 3 oz. It measured at 14 inches by 10.75 inches by a little over 1 inch tall. This model is using an Intel configuration with a 13th Gen Intel Core i7-13650HX processor which boasts 14 cores and processing up to 4.9 GHz when set on turbo. It has a 15.6" FHD display with 1920x1080 resolution refreshing at 120Hz. The graphics are driven by a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 GPU with 6GB of GDDR6 VRAM. It came with 8GB DDR5 memory and a 1 TB SSD. The color scheme of the laptop is Dark Shadow Grey with Black near the fan exhaust on the back. The keyboard has orange, backlit keys, and there is a dedicated 10 key section. The keyboard also has a Game Shift key for optimized gaming performance. The trackpad is centered to the alpha keys, but overall it is slightly to the left of center due to the 10 numeric keys to the right. There is a headset connection port, 1 Ethernet port, 1 HDMI 2.1 port, 1 USB-C 3.2 Gen2 port which can take Display Port, and 3 USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports. It runs Windows 11 Home. There is a 720p webcam above the screen. This laptop does have any particularly flashy decals or RGB that mark it as a gaming laptop although there is a orange G on the side near the hinge to show it is a Gaming Notebook. While the weight felt very typical for a gaming notebook, I was surprised that more metal was not used in the build. It does feel a little cheap in that department although my main fear would be hinge disfunction several years down the road. The computer was quick to get Windows setup with the mandatory updates and downloads to catch the system up to speed. I tested gaming using Destiny 2, Modern Warfare II, and Shadow of the Tomb Raider. The graphic settings were best set at a moderate level to get a buttery smooth frame rate. The 4050 is a very nice gpu, and the i7 processes is a very nice processor, but it is lacking in the memory department out of the gate at only 8GB. I think a minimum of 16GB would be necessary to not throttle this configuration. The memory is expandable up to 32GB after the fact. The games all played very smoothly, and there were no crashes. The G key (Game Shift) does make an impact, but I could not tell what it was optimizing. The fan speed increased, which was as expected given the keyboard does start to get moderately hot which is very normal for gaming laptops. I did try a bit of graphic design software and some larger spreadsheets and there was some noticeable slowness on those programs. I would say that is likely not to be the typical usage of the gaming laptop, but if you are such a user I would highly recommend upgrading to at least 16GB of RAM. I think the computer is really an excellent confluence of price and performance so spending a bit more for RAM seems pretty fair. I like brightness level of the screen; all of the games looked very crisp and I appreciated that text was clear to read. In the configuration it is in, the Dell G15 Gaming Notebook would be recommended for a beginning gamer who is looking for a moderate experience with current generation games. It plays the games that I tested very well at the setting that were auto-selected, and should meet gaming minimum settings for a while to come. A quick note that I recommend using gaming laptops while they are plugged into their power adapter. Of course you can use the laptop unplugged but gaming will quickly use up the battery and the laptop is likely to be throttled down in various ways that are hard to pinpoint in an effort to preserve battery.
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Introducing the 900 PRO MAX, the definitive audio experience for gaming. Command your game audio across Xbox, PlayStation, PC, Nintendo Switch and mobile devices with dual-wireless technology providing both a low-latency 2.4GHz connection and Bluetooth 5.1. Stay connected via a universal wireless adapter designed for console and PC gaming or game on the go with Bluetooth connectivity for mobile devices. The first gaming headset to feature revolutionary Dolby Atmos Personalization technology, the 900 MAX HX fully immerses you in the game world. Scan your head, ears, and shoulders using the Dolby Personalize companion app to create your unique acoustic map for enhanced 3D spatial audio.
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The RIG 900 Max HX Wireless Over-the-Ear Gaming Headset is a fantastic headset that can work with all major gaming devices. This isn't my first RIG headset, and the 900 Max HX continues the tradtion of what I consider to be the best gaming headset maker out there. Out of the box, I could feel the quality in the build. The top headband is thin metal which is so much stronger than the plastic that many headsets use. The lower headband that actually sits against the top of the head is a soft, stretchy fabric. The ear cups each have 3 different places that they can be connected to the headband depending on the size of your head. I would say that I have a large, adult-sized head so I put each cup in the lowest slot and it felt great on my head. The mic boom is 'pull up to mute' on the left side. The left ear cup has all the buttons: Power, Multi-function, Bluetooth pairing, the volume wheel, and the USB-C charging port. The right ear cup has the charging contact on the bottom. The color scheme is matte black with RIG lettered across the headband and on the side of the earcups. There is no RGB which means that these aren't out of place in the office or the coffee shop. The ear cups are oval-shaped, and put a soft amount of pressure around the ears. I wear glasses and the pressure was not an issue against the stems of my glasses. I wore them for hours because they are my new favorite headset, and they felt just as nice to wear hours later as they did when I first put them on. The unit can be charged directly via USB-C in about 2 hours. There is also a black charging base with which you plug the USB-C cable into the back and then set the headset vertically into the holes in the charging base. There are charging pins that stick up from the bottom of the hole for the right ear cup so you gently squeeze in as you set the headset down in there so that the charging pins connect with the bottom of the right ear cup. The base has a light on the front to let you know that charging is ready, or complete in about 4 hours. It was easy to set the headset down into the right position for charging, and they felt securely upright. I liked that the headset automatically connects when you pull if off the charging base. Speaking of connecting, the headset can utilize a USB-A dongle to connect either by plugging the dongle into the devivce or by plugging the dongle into the charging base in a special area and having the base connected to the device via the USB-C to USB-A cable. The device can also connect via Bluetooth. The device can also utilize dual-channel connectivity to allow it to connect via the dongle and via Bluetooth simultaneously to allow device audio on one channel while being to answer a phone call, for an example, on the Bluetooth channel. There are call controls utilizing the multi-function button on the headset. There are 2 apps of note on Android or Apple. The 900 Max app is how you can tweak numerous settings for the headset via your phone and Bluetooth connection, such as EQ settings, mic gain, and the voice feedback level. The other app is for Dolby Atmos and it will walk you through taking pictures of your head and neck to provide a personalized hearing profile that is optimized for your head shape and ear placement. The audio is fantastic and has good bass punch with default EQ settings. There is a Bass Boost setting in the app that makes music sound amazing. At the same time, I used a FPS EQ setting and game audio sounded amazing. There is no Active Noise Cancelling, but it does an outstanding job of dampening outside noise. Anytime someone would try to talk to me, I'd have to mute the audio to talk to them. I tried the headset on my PC and on my PS5 and everything I played on the RIG 900 Max HX sounded great. They aren't heavy on my head. I wore them for well over 5 hours at a time and it felt great; my ears didn't even get sweaty. I answered calls on it and everyone said my voice sounded clear. My one wish is that the Max 900 app was available on Windows so that I didn't have to connect to my phone via Bluetooth to adjust audio settings. Overall, that is a very small issue compared to how much I have been enjoying this headset. I think RIG has been making the best headsets for many years, and this is the latest example. I would recommend this headset for any user for gaming, for music, for calls, and for business.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Where is the opening to fill the tank? Top, back, bottom? Wondering the ease of filling it. Thanks
To fill the tank, you remove the tank from the base and turn the tank upside-down as the opening is on the bottom underneath a screw cap. I have had humidifiers where that is a pain because of the weight when the tank is filled and because fitting it back on the base was clumsy. With this tank only holding about 1.1 gallons, the weight was fine. No problems flipping it when full and then situating it on the base.
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Does this mouse have a battery included? Is the battery replaceable?
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The CORSAIR VIRTUOSO RGB Wireless XT delivers a high-fidelity audio experience for the most discerning players, combining uncompromising sound quality with all-day, all-night comfort from its premium memory foam earpads and headband. Connect wirelessly to virtually any device with simultaneous SLIPSTREAM WIRELESS and Qualcomm® aptX™ HD Bluetooth®, or wired via 3.5mm or USB. Make yourself heard with superb vocal clarity thanks to a broadcast-grade, omnidirectional detachable microphone with wide dynamic range. Lightweight aluminum construction ensures long-term durability, while up to 15 hours of wireless battery life and 60ft of range give you absolute listening freedom. Micro-perforated aluminum on each ear cup allows RGB lighting to shine through for visual flair. With immersive Dolby Atmos® and CORSAIR iCUE software to enable custom audio equalizer settings, RGB lighting control, and more, you can be the maestro of your gaming experience.
Does these work for PS5, If so how well? Thanks in advance.
It works very well with the PS5, but can be a bit heavy on the head over time.
2 years, 10 months ago
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Does this not have a chat mixer on it?
In the iCue software that controls the ARGB and includes an equalizer with presets, there is a mode that prioritizes chat. However, there is no chat mix button or toggle on the headset itself.
2 years, 10 months ago
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Would it work with Windoe 7 Professional ?
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3 years, 1 month ago
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Can sleep buds 2 connect blue tooth to different apps on my phone?
No. Bose made the decision that the Sleepbuds will only connect via bluetooth to the Bose Sleep app which will only play from a selection of sounds. These are not for listening to music, answering calls, or for audiobooks. The sole intent is to help people fall asleep.
3 years, 5 months ago
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Bose Sleepbuds II deliver relaxing sounds that help you fall asleep, and use Bose noise-masking technology so you stay asleep. Tiny, wireless Sleepbuds II are designed for comfort with sleep technology clinically proven to help you fall asleep faster. Sleepbuds II play content only from the Bose Sleep app, which gives you full control of the Sound Library and helps you personalize features. Discover tranquil tones and soothing sounds from nature. Or, use Bose noise-masking sounds to cover unwanted nighttime noise. Download your favorite sounds directly to Sleepbuds II, control volume, and set a personal wake-up alarm. Sleepbuds II feature proprietary eartips made of soft silicone for a comfortable, secure fit. Sleep on your back or side, or rollover during the night, they’ll stay put. Get up to ten hours of battery life from a single charge, enough for a full night’s sleep — and three additional charges from the portable case.
I have the original Bose - Sleepbuds....are these the same thing or improved in some way?
I think they are improved. The shape fit better in my ear and there was less noise from the sleepbuds sliding on the pillowcase or turning my head. I also think the sound technology has improved with the sounds available on the Bose Sleep app. I saw improved sleep results in both the time it took me to fall asleep and the quality of my sleep.
3 years, 5 months ago
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Bose Sleepbuds II deliver relaxing sounds that help you fall asleep, and use Bose noise-masking technology so you stay asleep. Tiny, wireless Sleepbuds II are designed for comfort with sleep technology clinically proven to help you fall asleep faster. Sleepbuds II play content only from the Bose Sleep app, which gives you full control of the Sound Library and helps you personalize features. Discover tranquil tones and soothing sounds from nature. Or, use Bose noise-masking sounds to cover unwanted nighttime noise. Download your favorite sounds directly to Sleepbuds II, control volume, and set a personal wake-up alarm. Sleepbuds II feature proprietary eartips made of soft silicone for a comfortable, secure fit. Sleep on your back or side, or rollover during the night, they’ll stay put. Get up to ten hours of battery life from a single charge, enough for a full night’s sleep — and three additional charges from the portable case.
If I use these and they truly block out all sounds, does it come with an alarm built in the app? I don't wanna have my alarm clock set and not hear it due to me wearing these through the night
Yes, there is an alarm feature as part of the Bose Sleep app that connects with the sleepbuds. The interesting part is that because the sleepbuds have their own memory, and the alarm you would set would be uploaded to the sleepbuds, the alarm will actually work even if your mobile device runs out of battery.
3 years, 5 months ago
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Better sound begins with better silence. That’s why Bose QuietComfort Earbuds are engineered with the world-class noise cancelling and high-fidelity audio. Microphones inside and outside the earphones sense noise and react instantaneously to cancel the signal. Get rid of disruptions so you can turn up the music on your wireless earbuds and amplify whatever you’re most passionate about — from hiking or circuit training to coding or baking. And when you need to be more aware of your surroundings, minimize noise cancelling with a quick double tap, so you can walk down a busy street or listen for your boarding announcement. StayHear Max tips provide extra comfort and stability for an even better experience. Rule the Quiet with Bose QuietComfort Earbuds and get an exhilarating experience that’s tough to find in any other Bluetooth earbuds. The Bose QuietComfort Noise Cancelling Earbuds are available in Triple Black, Soapstone and limited-edition Sandstone or Stone Blue.
Are these noise canceling on the "Microphone" side as well? I'm often in Coffee shops, with a lot of ambient noise, and I'd like to find something that reduces background noise for the listeners on the other side.
Yes, it blocks out all noise but your voice. I felt like they did a very good job with that.
3 years, 6 months ago
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Better sound begins with better silence. That’s why Bose QuietComfort Earbuds are engineered with the world-class noise cancelling and high-fidelity audio. Microphones inside and outside the earphones sense noise and react instantaneously to cancel the signal. Get rid of disruptions so you can turn up the music on your wireless earbuds and amplify whatever you’re most passionate about — from hiking or circuit training to coding or baking. And when you need to be more aware of your surroundings, minimize noise cancelling with a quick double tap, so you can walk down a busy street or listen for your boarding announcement. StayHear Max tips provide extra comfort and stability for an even better experience. Rule the Quiet with Bose QuietComfort Earbuds and get an exhilarating experience that’s tough to find in any other Bluetooth earbuds. The Bose QuietComfort Noise Cancelling Earbuds are available in Triple Black, Soapstone and limited-edition Sandstone or Stone Blue.
Are you able to run with the QuietComfort Earbuds? Do they stay in your ear while you go on runs?
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3 years, 6 months ago
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