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Escape to a musical retreat with these Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 noise-canceling headphones. Expertly tuned acoustics deliver clear, rich audio, and the over-ear cushions feature adaptive memory foam surrounded by soft lambskin for exceptional comfort. These Bluetooth-enabled Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 noise-canceling headphones offer up to 25 hours of use on a single charge, and the included audio cable supports aux connectivity.
Customer Rating
3
Pretty good but, some improvement needed
on February 8, 2020
Posted by: jago
from Sparks, NV
The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 are a fantastic over-the-ear noise cancelling headphones. First let’s talk about the fit, in a few words, they fit great! My head is normal sized and these fit just perfect for me. They are not too tight or too loose where they want to fall off your head. I have worn them for hours on end and they are very comfortable and not too heavy for my likes. The build quality seems top notch as well. The headband is a lightweight metal and surrounded by some comfortable padding at the top. The outside of the headband is a leatherette type material, I do not think it is genuine leather, but it does feel nice and high quality. The ear cans slide up and down on the posts and the movement is secure and smooth. My only complaint with the fitment is with the opening in the ear padding, they are round in shape and my ears don’t fit perfectly inside them, so they touch the edges. I do wish the openings were a little bigger than they are. Sound quality is very good with these and I have not been disappointed with that one bit. They have deep rich bass sound and the highs are clear and crisp. Noise cancellation is very good, and I am happy with the way it blocks out everyday distractions while I have it turned on. Max volume is just about right for me. I have headphones that are louder, but I value my hearing these days, so I have no complains there. There is a transparency mode that enhances the background sounds around you and that works well. You cannot play music with that mode turned on though and I find that strange. I have played around with the app and every time you turn on transparency mode, the music stops. I have had other headphones that let those sounds enter so you can still be aware of your surroundings. I wouldn’t recommend wearing these in a busy environment while listening to music though. There is a dedicated google assistant button and it will allow you to hear notifications when you click it. I do like that feature. The app also has a few different listening modes at the touch of a button. Optimal, Commute, Clear, Workout and Podcast. You can also customize the sound between Warm, Relaxed, Excited, and bright. It’s easy to operate and find the right listening mode that you need at the time. Pairing the headphones was a bit of a struggle for me. I found the B&O app does need some work (at least at the time of writing this) and I hope they improve it. It took me a good 10 tries to finally get my Galaxy Note10+ paired with it properly. The touch controls are a little sluggish and lag a bit when you use them. I hope that is corrected in a future update. Right now, though I find myself avoiding them as much as I can. But you can turn transparency mode on and off by sliding up. I find it difficult to find the volume up and down area on the right ear. Overall for the price of these headphones, they do feel that they need some more work still and I hope updates fix the issues and due to that I cannot recommend these until they are fixed.
Pros:
Sound quality
Volume
Bass
Over-all fit
Noise Cancelling
Google assistant integration
Cons:
Transparency mode w/o music
BT pairing with App
Touch controls lag
Price
Pros:
Sound quality
Volume
Bass
Over-all fit
Noise Cancelling
Google assistant integration
Cons:
Transparency mode w/o music
BT pairing with App
Touch controls lag
Price
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Panasonic easy-to-use video baby monitor uses the same clear and secure (non-wi-fi) long-range DECT technology found in its top-selling cordless home phone systems. DECT systems offer clear, secure and interference-free signal strength up to 1500 feet* more than the length of four football fields, and twice the range of comparable monitors. Anywhere in or outside the home you can clearly and continually keep tabs on your child. The Panasonic baby monitor includes a bright 3.5-in. color monitor and easy controls that sync to an improved wide-eyed, wall-mountable monochrome night vision camera in the baby's room. The video camera can be controlled remotely to pan, tilt and zoom the camera from the baby monitor to look in on your child anytime. Improved long-life, built-in battery charging in the monitor stores power for up to 13 hours of standby time and up to 5 hours of power for continuous use. A smart motion sensor alerts you when the baby is awake or crying. A temperature sensor alerts you if the room is above or below a range you set. When activated, sensors sound a chime, illuminate a LED on the monitor and display notifications on the monitors screen. Microphones and speakers in both video camera and baby Monitor enable 2-way talk with anyone in the room. And, you can play gentle, soothing sounds that include five types of White noise and a choice of lullabies.
Customer Rating
4
Easy to use and many features
on December 18, 2019
Posted by: jago
from Sparks, NV
The Panasonic long range baby monitor has made our lives a little easier and worry free when it comes to our little one. Our old system had recently died, and we found this to be a great replacement. I do miss the Wi-Fi feature of the old model, but this one is more secure and does not offer viewing beyond the synced 3.5” monitor. This is more secure and is not vulnerable to hackers gaining access to your camera. The features of this camera are abundant, and it is easy set up and use makes this a good choice for anyone. It offers smart sensors that can detect motion, sound, and temperature. You can customize the alerts as well and my favorite feature is blocking out part of the screen for motion detection, for example, if we go check on the baby then I have the front of the crib set to ignore motion in that area and it will ignore us as we check on her, but alert us when she moves.
Monitor picture quality is not the highest and you may not be able to see fine details, but the image is good enough so that we still subtle details like if our baby’s eyes are open (at night) or closed. This camera can also pan, tilt and zoom (2x) using the monitor. The settings on the monitor are a bit clunky to get into and you have to hit OK after selections and it just bothered me a little. Not really a deal breaker and just takes some time getting used to the way you navigate in the menu. Battery life has been decent, and the manufacture says up to 13 hours in stand by mode and up to 5 hours with the screen on. I think those numbers a little generous but close to what I was getting in my normal usage. I mostly just have it plugged in just to be safe and the power connector is a mini usb, which is a nice feature to have. The camera can also play some white noise or lullaby sounds for your baby, but I have a white noise machine in her room that does a better job and sounds better. I did not test out the “long range” of this device, but I did move the monitor to the other side of my back yard and the connection was still very strong. This is a good option in the crowded field of baby monitors and I would recommend this to my friends and family.
Monitor picture quality is not the highest and you may not be able to see fine details, but the image is good enough so that we still subtle details like if our baby’s eyes are open (at night) or closed. This camera can also pan, tilt and zoom (2x) using the monitor. The settings on the monitor are a bit clunky to get into and you have to hit OK after selections and it just bothered me a little. Not really a deal breaker and just takes some time getting used to the way you navigate in the menu. Battery life has been decent, and the manufacture says up to 13 hours in stand by mode and up to 5 hours with the screen on. I think those numbers a little generous but close to what I was getting in my normal usage. I mostly just have it plugged in just to be safe and the power connector is a mini usb, which is a nice feature to have. The camera can also play some white noise or lullaby sounds for your baby, but I have a white noise machine in her room that does a better job and sounds better. I did not test out the “long range” of this device, but I did move the monitor to the other side of my back yard and the connection was still very strong. This is a good option in the crowded field of baby monitors and I would recommend this to my friends and family.
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This high-quality ink tank printer with an automatic document feeder plus fax delivers up to 2 years of ink in bottles included in the box.³ Get faster connections with dual-band Wi-Fi¹, and easy mobile printing with HP Smart app.²
Customer Rating
4
Great ink tank printer
on December 9, 2019
Posted by: jago
from Sparks, NV
The HP Smart Tank 651 wireless all in one printer is easy to set up and prints great. Setting up the printer was easy and straight forward. HP provides easy to follow documentation and they also recommend that you keep the box and packing materials to secure the printer if you plan to transport it anywhere, especially the box that holds the print heads in place. There are a few steps in the setup and initialization, after powering it on, takes a few minutes, then follow the prompts and prepare the ink. They are spill free and easily snap into place to fill up the tanks, be sure NOT to squeeze the bottles. After you fill up the ink tanks, you must install the print heads and then you are prompted to print out an alignment page and you use that to calibrate the printer. Be sure to download the HP smart app or visit 123.hp.com to finish the setup of your printer. This is when you connect it to your Wi-Fi and complete the set up. I have had other “tank” type of printers and this is the first one that I have had that actually has separate print heads. I am happy with the overall operation of this printer.
The ADF on top works well for scanning and copying. Printing is great on this printer and I am sure with it being an HP it will run forever and always just work. HP states that this will print 22 pages per minute at the fastest (draft) setting. It also has fax color as an option, but I don’t have a phone line and I was not able to test this out. I have had great luck with their printers in the past and this one seems well built and I have no worries about it. Printing from your mobile device is also supported here, I used the HP Smart App to accomplish this, but it also supports Apple AirPrint as well.
The best part of this printer is that you are given two years of ink in the bottles and depending on your printing it will easily last you that long with normal home use. These types of printers have flipped the conventional pricing for home printers. They are more expensive upfront, but the consumables are inexpensive, and you end up saving a lot more money this way.
Pros:
2 years of ink
Printer speed
Color Fax option
Duplex printing
HP Smart App
The ADF on top works well for scanning and copying. Printing is great on this printer and I am sure with it being an HP it will run forever and always just work. HP states that this will print 22 pages per minute at the fastest (draft) setting. It also has fax color as an option, but I don’t have a phone line and I was not able to test this out. I have had great luck with their printers in the past and this one seems well built and I have no worries about it. Printing from your mobile device is also supported here, I used the HP Smart App to accomplish this, but it also supports Apple AirPrint as well.
The best part of this printer is that you are given two years of ink in the bottles and depending on your printing it will easily last you that long with normal home use. These types of printers have flipped the conventional pricing for home printers. They are more expensive upfront, but the consumables are inexpensive, and you end up saving a lot more money this way.
Pros:
2 years of ink
Printer speed
Color Fax option
Duplex printing
HP Smart App
Cons:
upfront price
upfront price
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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The entire Meta Portal family is video calling designed to bring people closer. Meta Portal TV brings smart video calling to the biggest screen in your home and turns your TV into a smart video calling screen that’s perfect for group calls. It’s easy to call friends and family on their smartphones and laptops with Messenger and WhatsApp, even if they don’t have a Meta Portal. A Smart Camera pans and zooms to get the whole room in shot and automatically adjusts to keep everyone in frame as they move and talk naturally. Smart Sound makes sure you can be heard by reducing background noise and enhancing the voice of whoever is speaking. Meta Portal’s simple privacy settings mean you can easily disable the camera and microphone, or block the camera lens with a cover. All Meta Portal WhatsApp calls are end-to-end encrypted and you can choose to call individual Messenger contacts using end-to-end encryption. Meta Portal TV needs a wireless internet connection and AC power. Meta Portal voice command availability varies. Screen images simulated. User experience may vary. Requires wireless internet connection and Facebook or WhatsApp account. WhatsApp is not available on tablets. Features, functionality, and content vary and may not be available on all Meta Portal models or in all areas and languages. Some features may require a Facebook account and downloading the Portal mobile app. Additional account registration, terms and fees may apply. Meta Portal TV requires an HDMI cable (not included). Meta Portal TV comes with a remote control.
Customer Rating
4
Fun way to video chat with family and friends
on November 26, 2019
Posted by: jago
from Sparks, NV
The Facebook Portal TV with Alexa is a fun and interactive way to video chat with your friends or family. This device connects to your TV by way of HDMI and turns your TV into a large video chatting device. The camera on the Portal TV is a 12-megapixel camera that has full 1080p HD quality. 12 high quality microphones help to capture the audio on this thing, and I found it to work well. My daughter and my grandkids were on one end and my kids (yes, I have young kids and grandkids too) were on my end. 4 kids all excited and talking at the same time was a little too much at certain times, but for the most part the audio quality was great, and the “adults” could talk and carry on conversations. The pan and zoom features of the camera work great as well. Video quality does degrade a bit if it zooms in, probably due to the digital zoom) but when it is not zoomed in the quality is great.
Some of the other features that the Portal TV offers is augmented reality masks, playing games (while video chatting with friends), watching TV (Facebook watch party) together while video chatting, and story time with some cute kids’ stories. My girls love the augmented reality masks when we do the story time apps and makes them part of the story as well.
I did experience a small network issue after about 30 minutes, I noticed that my internet speed had dropped down to 3.19Mbps and the video and auto became very choppy, but a quick call disconnect and reconnect I saw my speed go up to the advertised speed of 102Mbps again. I don’t know if the Portal TV was to blame or my router was. Overall the quality has been good, and I haven’t experienced that same issue again.
I was initially worried about privacy, but happy to see that the camera does have a privacy cover that you can close, and you can also mute the microphone on it. If you are worried about leaving this on all the time, then simply just close the cover and mute the microphone.
Over-all this is a fun way to interact with your family and friends who are afar and can make it seem like you are all in the same room. It was fun to sit on the couch and watch them sitting on their couch as well and still feel close.
Some of the other features that the Portal TV offers is augmented reality masks, playing games (while video chatting with friends), watching TV (Facebook watch party) together while video chatting, and story time with some cute kids’ stories. My girls love the augmented reality masks when we do the story time apps and makes them part of the story as well.
I did experience a small network issue after about 30 minutes, I noticed that my internet speed had dropped down to 3.19Mbps and the video and auto became very choppy, but a quick call disconnect and reconnect I saw my speed go up to the advertised speed of 102Mbps again. I don’t know if the Portal TV was to blame or my router was. Overall the quality has been good, and I haven’t experienced that same issue again.
I was initially worried about privacy, but happy to see that the camera does have a privacy cover that you can close, and you can also mute the microphone on it. If you are worried about leaving this on all the time, then simply just close the cover and mute the microphone.
Over-all this is a fun way to interact with your family and friends who are afar and can make it seem like you are all in the same room. It was fun to sit on the couch and watch them sitting on their couch as well and still feel close.
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Get a good night's rest with this Philips SmartSleep connected sleep and wake-up light. The built-in sensor monitors the ambient conditions around your room and offers suggestions for improvement, while the downloadable SleepMapper app enables control and customization from your smartphone. This Philips SmartSleep connected sleep and wake-up light features a PowerWake alarm for the days you need help to get out of bed.
Customer Rating
4
Useful in helping me get to sleep faster
on November 16, 2019
Posted by: jago
from Sparks, NV
The Philips SmartSleep Connected Sleep and Wake-Up light therapy lamp is a very interesting device and the concept is a good one in my opinion. Normally I wake up naturally to the sun shining in my room, but that changes when we must turn our clocks back and I still have to wake up at the same time to get to work on time. This light can simulate the morning light that I am used to, and I find that I am having an easier time (especially this time of the year with turning the clocks back) waking up and feeling refreshed. There are many settings to play with when you connect the Philips SleepMapper app. For example, you can choose from different sunrises such as, Sunny day (bright white), Nordic white (less bright white), Island Red (mixture of white and red), and Caribbean red (bright red). You can adjust the light intensity as well as the duration of the sunrise. You can set multiple alarms as well as different sounds and if you are a heavy sleeper and need more to wake you up, there is a PowerWake feature which is an extra alarm (in case you sleep thru your others) that will activate with a loud sound and bright flashing lights, this is something my wife needs, but I don’t.
The sleeping features are pretty good as well. I set mine to start about 45 minutes before I need to be sleeping and I find the sunset lights a nice touch and the soothing sounds of waves help me to fall asleep faster. The app also has a bedtime tracking feature, but I haven’t investigated that much in the short time that I have had it. Over time that might provide some insight into better sleeping habits though and I look forward to checking that out more.
The sleeping features are pretty good as well. I set mine to start about 45 minutes before I need to be sleeping and I find the sunset lights a nice touch and the soothing sounds of waves help me to fall asleep faster. The app also has a bedtime tracking feature, but I haven’t investigated that much in the short time that I have had it. Over time that might provide some insight into better sleeping habits though and I look forward to checking that out more.
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Type on your Chromebook or smartphone for effortless multitasking with this Logitech slim wireless keyboard. The built-in easy switch lets you pair and alternate multiple devices quickly, while the slim keys offer a comfortable, quiet typing experience. This Bluetooth-enabled Logitech slim wireless keyboard includes an auto-sleep feature that is activated when you're not typing to ensure long battery life.
Customer Rating
5
Perfect Chromebook/Phone keyboard!!
on November 2, 2019
Posted by: jago
from Sparks, NV
The Logitech K580 Chrome OS Edition wireless keyboard is the perfect keyboard for your Chromebook and or phone. You have two options to connect this keyboard to your Chrome device, phone, or PC, either Bluetooth or the small unifying receiver that you need to plug into a USB type A slot. All my computers and chrome books recognized both devices right after I plugged in the receiver and the BT pairing was a breeze as well. You can BT pair up to two devices and switch between them with the two gray buttons on the keyboard. Typing on the keyboard takes a little getting used to when you are coming from a windows-based keyboard, but if you are used to the Chromebook keyboards then you will be right at home here. For example, where the windows key is usually located you have the google assistant key now and the Caps Lock button is the search button (which acts like the windows key on the PC). On the Chromebook device this works perfectly though.
The travel on the keys is very minimal and is very quiet to type on as well and it is a pleasure to use. Battery power is provided in the form of two AAA batteries and they should last a long time. There is an auto sleep feature of this keyboard that will allow that to be the case and, in my opinion, and experience with Logitech products, they do last a long time and you never have to worry about replacing batteries that often. I do enjoy the 10-key addition on the keyboard and still keep the design small for the limited amount of space that I have on my desk. I love using this keyboard and it does make typing out emails from my phone so much easier while I am at my desk. I do have a Galaxy Note 10+ with a slim case on it and it does fit. In the picture I have my Note8 with a slim case for reference.
Pros:
The travel on the keys is very minimal and is very quiet to type on as well and it is a pleasure to use. Battery power is provided in the form of two AAA batteries and they should last a long time. There is an auto sleep feature of this keyboard that will allow that to be the case and, in my opinion, and experience with Logitech products, they do last a long time and you never have to worry about replacing batteries that often. I do enjoy the 10-key addition on the keyboard and still keep the design small for the limited amount of space that I have on my desk. I love using this keyboard and it does make typing out emails from my phone so much easier while I am at my desk. I do have a Galaxy Note 10+ with a slim case on it and it does fit. In the picture I have my Note8 with a slim case for reference.
Pros:
Long battery life
Compact design
Quiet keystrokes
Well-built and sleek design
Phone cradle in the design
FN + F keys work well
BT or Unifying receiver options
Price
Easily switch between 2 BT devices
Compact design
Quiet keystrokes
Well-built and sleek design
Phone cradle in the design
FN + F keys work well
BT or Unifying receiver options
Price
Easily switch between 2 BT devices
Cons:
None!
None!
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy crisp, powerful audio while gaming with this white CORSAIR Virtuoso RGB wireless headset. The memory foam earpads and lightweight aluminum headband add comfort for all-day use, while the detachable omnidirectional microphone offers clear sound pickup. This CORSAIR Virtuoso RGB wireless headset has a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, providing up to 20 hours of uptime when fully charged.
Customer Rating
4
Near perfect headset, even with eyeglasses
on November 1, 2019
Posted by: jago
from Sparks, NV
The Corsair Virtuoso RBG wireless headphones in white look absolutely fantastic and very high-end. I have shown them to my friends, and they are very jealous of the looks of these things and I must keep them locked away when they come over (kidding), but in all honesty they are really impressed with the looks. Just about every aspect of these headphones screams premium build quality and they feel very durable and comfortable on my head. I wear glasses and I really prefer a light headset for comfort, and this meets both of those top requirements for me. The headphones have just 11 different adjustment settings per side and I was easily able to find the perfect setting for my head. The amount of tension is just perfect as well and as I mentioned earlier, even with my glasses on I had no issues.
The icue software is a hefty download at just over 350 MB and the install requires 980 MB. This will allow you to customize the sound more and there are some presets that you can use as well. You can also adjust the lighting effects of the headphone. Color and different pluses and modes are what you can choose from. I was looking for a way to disable the microphone LED since I find it a bit distracting while playing games, but I was not able to find a way to do that. Fortunately, you can remove the microphone and that solves my problem, unless I want to voice chat which I rarely do. There is a feature to toggle between stereo sound and 7.1 surround sound, both of which sound good. If you don’t want to use the software you can just plug in the USB dongle into your PC, PS4, or Xbox and it will just work.
Overall, I am very impressed with these and they are a bit on the expensive side, but they are not the most expensive on the market and I find them to be a great value.
Pros:
Fit
Sound
Adjustments
Great with eyeglasses
The icue software is a hefty download at just over 350 MB and the install requires 980 MB. This will allow you to customize the sound more and there are some presets that you can use as well. You can also adjust the lighting effects of the headphone. Color and different pluses and modes are what you can choose from. I was looking for a way to disable the microphone LED since I find it a bit distracting while playing games, but I was not able to find a way to do that. Fortunately, you can remove the microphone and that solves my problem, unless I want to voice chat which I rarely do. There is a feature to toggle between stereo sound and 7.1 surround sound, both of which sound good. If you don’t want to use the software you can just plug in the USB dongle into your PC, PS4, or Xbox and it will just work.
Overall, I am very impressed with these and they are a bit on the expensive side, but they are not the most expensive on the market and I find them to be a great value.
Pros:
Fit
Sound
Adjustments
Great with eyeglasses
Cons:
A little pricey
Microphone LED
Software download and install size
Microphone LED
Software download and install size
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Make light work of cooking with this BELLA Pro digital air fryer. A stainless steel heating element ensures faster cooking, while the 6-qt. capacity holds enough food for up to seven people. This BELLA Pro digital air fryer features an easy touch digital touchscreen control panel for simplified operation and an auto shut-off timer for convenience.
Customer Rating
4
Near perfect Air Fryer
on October 28, 2019
Posted by: jago
from Sparks, NV
The Bella Series 6qt digital air fryer is an awesome air fryer and cooks the food perfectly, and if you follow the directions then everything will come out perfectly. This is the third air fryer that I have owned, and it is quickly becoming my favorite. If you have a big family, you should get a large size fryer like this one. It does take up a good amount of countertop space, but the convenience and functionality of the fryer is worth it. To me the food just tastes much better without all the oil that you usually have to cook with. The digital controls allow you to easily set the timer and temperature and includes some presets for temperatures that are very handy. Chicken wings are my favorite thing to cook in an air fryer and this one preforms very well. I like to cook them at 360 degrees for 12 minutes, then flip them and do another 12 minutes. Finally, I bump up the temperature to 380 degrees and do another 3 minutes to make them extra crispy. Clean up has been very easy and the directions say that the basket and grill can be put in the dishwasher, but I did not clean mine that way. The non-stick basket is easy to just wash off with some soap and water and I feel that it will just last longer if you hand wash them. The overall design is pleasant to look at an it fits in nicely if you have other black appliances in your house, I have all stainless steel and it still looks good. It does make quite a bit of noise when it’s running, and the outside of the unit is safe to the touch which is nice. The ease of use, features, clean up, taste of food, and healthier cooking options make this must have for any kitchen.
Pros:
Large 6qt size
Oil less cooking
Presets and temperature controls
Safe to touch design
Easy clean-up
Price
Large 6qt size
Oil less cooking
Presets and temperature controls
Safe to touch design
Easy clean-up
Price
Cons:
Large footprint
Noise while running
Large footprint
Noise while running
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Watch over your home with this Defender Guard IP camera. Native 2K resolution lets you capture footage of potential intruders in sharp detail, and the 123-degree viewing angle delivers a wide view of your property. This Defender Guard IP camera has a weather-resistant chassis that stands up to rain and snow.
Customer Rating
5
Great WiFi camera, some assembly required
on October 24, 2019
Posted by: jago
from Sparks, NV
The Defender guard 0440P WiFi Wireless network surveillance camera is a very inexpensive high-quality camera. If you are willing to do a little drilling to install this then it is a great option. Installation is not that difficult, and you are given a template to use so you can drill the holes properly. If you are not comfortable with drilling holes or you live in a place where you cannot drill into the walls, then I would suggest looking at other options out there.
Once you have it installed you just need to download the Defender Guard app. I have the Defender 2k 1TB NVR system with two other defender cameras and I was able to pair this new Guard camera with that system very easily. Also, I was already using the Defender Smart Signal app and that works just as well for all the cameras. The new guard shows up and I can see what is going on at my home. In the app you can set up motion alerts and sound alerts. You might have to play around with the sensitivity and zoning function due to the default settings were picking up car lights driving by as motion and alerting me each time, but as I said, zoning and sensitivity I was able to resolve that.
In the box you get a 16GB microSD card (sealed in the camera by two screws), a 14 foot power cable, a 25 foot power extension cable, mounting screws, and a mounting template.
Video recording is good and the night vision is above average. My other cameras do not record sound so this one is a welcome addition. It has a 123 degree field of view and the camera itself is IP67 rated against water so you can mount this exposed to the elements and not worry too much about it, however, the power supply is not so when you mount it you should drill out the center hole in the mounting template and fish the wire thru that and use an outlet that is protected. This also prevents someone from unplugging it which would defeat the purpose of your camera.
Overall, this is a great camera and inexpensive, but has many features of the more expensive units out there.
Pros:
Price
Quality
Records sound
Free Recordings (locally or with Defender DVR)
No subscription fees
Zoning function
Night Vision
Ethernet option
Easy to use App
Once you have it installed you just need to download the Defender Guard app. I have the Defender 2k 1TB NVR system with two other defender cameras and I was able to pair this new Guard camera with that system very easily. Also, I was already using the Defender Smart Signal app and that works just as well for all the cameras. The new guard shows up and I can see what is going on at my home. In the app you can set up motion alerts and sound alerts. You might have to play around with the sensitivity and zoning function due to the default settings were picking up car lights driving by as motion and alerting me each time, but as I said, zoning and sensitivity I was able to resolve that.
In the box you get a 16GB microSD card (sealed in the camera by two screws), a 14 foot power cable, a 25 foot power extension cable, mounting screws, and a mounting template.
Video recording is good and the night vision is above average. My other cameras do not record sound so this one is a welcome addition. It has a 123 degree field of view and the camera itself is IP67 rated against water so you can mount this exposed to the elements and not worry too much about it, however, the power supply is not so when you mount it you should drill out the center hole in the mounting template and fish the wire thru that and use an outlet that is protected. This also prevents someone from unplugging it which would defeat the purpose of your camera.
Overall, this is a great camera and inexpensive, but has many features of the more expensive units out there.
Pros:
Price
Quality
Records sound
Free Recordings (locally or with Defender DVR)
No subscription fees
Zoning function
Night Vision
Ethernet option
Easy to use App
Cons:
Only works on 2.4ghz networks (currently)
Install (drilling required)
Wired power, only wireless connection
Install (drilling required)
Wired power, only wireless connection
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Built for pros from the bottom up. A compact tenkeyless design frees up table space for low-sens mousing. Pro-grade Clicky switches give you an audible feedback bump. Programmable LIGHTSYNC RGB and onboard memory lets you customize and store a lighting pattern for tournaments. A detachable cable makes for easy transportation. Play to Win.
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4
Great portable gaming keyboard
on October 22, 2019
Posted by: jago
from Sparks, NV
The Logitech G PRO Mechanical wired gaming GX Blue Clicky Switch Keyboard with RBG back lighting has probably the longest product name that I have ever seen, but it does preform extremely well as a gaming keyboard. If you like portable, mechanical keyboards and enjoy the satisfying sound of the keys clicking as you hit them then this is the keyboard for you. It features a thick detachable micro USB cord with a proprietary three-pronged connector tip to help lock it in place and remove for safe travel. You can also connect a regular micro USB connector as well if you happen to forget your cable. It has a compact 10 key less design that reduces the length of the keyboard by a good 6 inches from standard gaming mechanical keyboards (ex: my omen mechanical keyboard). The rubberized feet on the bottom of the keyboard keep it in place so it won’t move around on you and it also has two different angle adjustments that are rubberized on the bottom as well. I am very impressed with the feel and placement of the keys and I find it very easy to switch from my normal keyboard to this gaming keyboard. Lighting on the keys are easily programmed using the Logitech G HUB software. There are many options to suit your needs between solid colors, pulsing, breathing, etc. I personally find the rotating colors to be a distraction, so I just use a solid color that just says lit. There is an option to synchronize the lighting with different content, but I didn’t not play around with that. The software also allows you to customize the F1-F12 keys to preform different functions or create some macros to make gaming or other things in general easier.
Pros:
Portability
Thick micro USB cable
Three different angle adjustments
Rubberized feet for stability
Satisfying key presses
Logical key layout
Physical button to turn of lighting
Customization via the GHUB app
On-board storage to hold your lighting schemes
Pros:
Portability
Thick micro USB cable
Three different angle adjustments
Rubberized feet for stability
Satisfying key presses
Logical key layout
Physical button to turn of lighting
Customization via the GHUB app
On-board storage to hold your lighting schemes
Cons:
10-key might be needed by some
no easy volume adjustment
FN key in a bad place for me
10-key might be needed by some
no easy volume adjustment
FN key in a bad place for me
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Unleash the power of the Samsung 980 PRO with Heatsink for next-level computing. With a PCIe 4.0 NVMe interface, get up to 2x the data transfer rate of PCIe 3.0¹ while remaining compatible with PCIe 3.0. ¹Results are based on a comparison with Samsung PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSDs and SATA SSDs.
Anyone know if the heatsink is easily removable in case I want to use it in a gaming laptop? I am not sure this will fit my laptop 2nd bay, Asus ROG m16 SSD slot. Thanks!
you need a tiny star bit to remove it, it will void the warranty if you did a security sticker is installed. IMO, just get the non-heat sink version for your laptop. I was not able to install this in my Asus G15 2021 model due to the heatsink making it too thick.
2 years, 8 months ago
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jago
The Ninja Foodi XL Pro Grill & Griddle is the grill & griddle that sears, sizzles, and air fry crisps. With the 500F independently powered grill grate, you get direct, edge-to-edge high heat for steakhouse grilling, griddle searing, and more.
Does the thermometer come with this grill
The Ninja Foodi XL Pro Grill & Griddle is the grill & griddle that sears, sizzles, and air fry crisps. With the 500F independently powered grill grate, you get direct, edge-to-edge high heat for steakhouse grilling, griddle searing, and more.
Does this have the port for the thermometer? I have the smart xl that’s been great but after a year and a half it’s time to replace since we use it at least 3 times a week minimum. But just wanted to know if I could use my old thermometer in this one?
no, it does not have a port for the thermometer that I have found.
2 years, 10 months ago
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jago
Jabra Elite 7 Pro true wireless earbuds have MultiSensor Voice™ technology, which combines 4 powerful microphones, an advanced Voice Pick Up (VPU) sensor in each Bluetooth earbud, and unique Jabra algorithms. Automatically activating when it’s windy, Jabra MultiSensor Voice™ uses bone conduction technology to transmit your voice through vibrations in your jaw, for wind noise cancellation and clear calls anywhere. Thanks to the adjustable Active Noise Cancellation, the ultra-compact earphones with rich and powerful sound lets you fully immerse yourself in your music. Multipoint connects to 2 devices at once, lets you seamlessly switch between devices, and is available as a firmware update via the Jabra Sound+ app. Also test your hearing in the Jabra Sound+ app, and tailor your music to suit your individual hearing profile. Hear your surroundings while on a call with the HearThrough technology - use left or right earbud alone with Bluetooth Mono Mode - Each offers up to 8 hours battery and 30 hours with the case.
Do these buds have volume control?
yes, long press on the right for up and left for volume down.
2 years, 10 months ago
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jago
Jabra Elite 7 Pro true wireless earbuds have MultiSensor Voice™ technology, which combines 4 powerful microphones, an advanced Voice Pick Up (VPU) sensor in each Bluetooth earbud, and unique Jabra algorithms. Automatically activating when it’s windy, Jabra MultiSensor Voice™ uses bone conduction technology to transmit your voice through vibrations in your jaw, for wind noise cancellation and clear calls anywhere. Thanks to the adjustable Active Noise Cancellation, the ultra-compact earphones with rich and powerful sound lets you fully immerse yourself in your music. Multipoint connects to 2 devices at once, lets you seamlessly switch between devices, and is available as a firmware update via the Jabra Sound+ app. Also test your hearing in the Jabra Sound+ app, and tailor your music to suit your individual hearing profile. Hear your surroundings while on a call with the HearThrough technology - use left or right earbud alone with Bluetooth Mono Mode - Each offers up to 8 hours battery and 30 hours with the case.
Elite 85T or Elite 7 Pro? Calls and ANC aren't important. I just need bass heavy sound for music. So which one is bass heavy and better? Is 85T better because of big drivers?
not sure about the 85t, I had the 65t and I feel that the 7 Pro has less bass than those.
2 years, 10 months ago
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jago
Jabra Elite 7 Pro true wireless earbuds have MultiSensor Voice™ technology, which combines 4 powerful microphones, an advanced Voice Pick Up (VPU) sensor in each Bluetooth earbud, and unique Jabra algorithms. Automatically activating when it’s windy, Jabra MultiSensor Voice™ uses bone conduction technology to transmit your voice through vibrations in your jaw, for wind noise cancellation and clear calls anywhere. Thanks to the adjustable Active Noise Cancellation, the ultra-compact earphones with rich and powerful sound lets you fully immerse yourself in your music. Multipoint connects to 2 devices at once, lets you seamlessly switch between devices, and is available as a firmware update via the Jabra Sound+ app. Also test your hearing in the Jabra Sound+ app, and tailor your music to suit your individual hearing profile. Hear your surroundings while on a call with the HearThrough technology - use left or right earbud alone with Bluetooth Mono Mode - Each offers up to 8 hours battery and 30 hours with the case.
Is the Elite 7 Pro "vented" like the AirPod Pro and 85t? I returned the 75t becasue I didn't like the plugged ear feeling.
no, they make a seal that does not let sound in. It requires using the "hear through" so you can easily carry on conversations. Your ears will be plugged.
2 years, 10 months ago
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jago
This LG CordZero vacuum has everything you want, from Kompressor technology that lets you clean more and empty less, to two rechargeable batteries that deliver up to 120 minutes¹ of uninterrupted cleaning. But why stop there? The Power Mop attachment gives hard floors a perfect finish—without messy buckets or harmful chemicals. Simply fill the reservoir with water, snap on the attachment and go.
Hi - Can you dry mop with this? Meaning could I mop without any water? Can it just spin? Thank you!!
Yes you can, not sure if you will damage your floors though. I tried it on my tile and it was fine, but didn't seem to do much in the realm of cleaning w/o water.
3 years, 4 months ago
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jago
Go Epic! Immerse yourself in a new type of streaming experience with the Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS300 Smart Streaming Laser Projector. Utilizing an advanced, ultra-short throw design, viewing content has never been easier. Simply place the projector just inches from the wall and watch TV shows, sports, movies and more up to an astonishing 120". Featuring built-in Android TV and wireless connectivity, the Epson EpiqVision LS300 Streaming Laser Projector gives you seamless access to popular streaming services including Hulu, HBO and YouTube, right out of the box. So, whether you’re binge-watching your favorite TV shows or hosting movie night, the Epson EpiqVision LS300 Streaming Laser Projector makes it easy to stream bright images virtually anywhere in your home. Audiophile 2.1 Speaker System by Yamaha. Epson has partnered with Yamaha to create a unique audio experience unlike anything it its class. Developed exclusively for the Epson EpiqVision LS300 Streaming Laser Projector, Yamaha’s leading Acoustic Engineers designed a unique 2.1 sound system to deliver a true audiophile performance. Designed within a custom 3D Acoustic Enclosure, two high-end Yamaha drivers and a dedicated woofer are powered by a discrete amplifier and tuned, using Yamaha’s latest AudioEngine DSP technology to produce an impressive, deep and wide sound stage that rivals dedicated higher-end audio systems and soundbars.
How does this connect to a laptop? Does it require programming in order to project a show from a cable source on a laptop, or just an HDMI connection?
you just need an HDMI connector and it will use the laptop as the source when you select the right HDMI input, there are two to choose from.
3 years, 9 months ago
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jago
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.
Does this oven emit a lot of heat and is the exterior very hot to the touch?
does not heat up that much on the outside. It is warm to the touch but it will not burn you.
4 years ago
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jago
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.
does it have an off timer? I don't see one in the picture
Yes, the right dial works as a temp/timer and you just press it to toggle between the two modes.
4 years ago
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jago