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The adrenaline-pumping DJI Avata 2 delivers an immersive FPV drone experience with improved imaging, safety, and battery life. Amp up the fun when you pair Avata 2 with the new DJI Goggles 3 and DJI RC Motion 3.
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DJI continues to outdo themselves in the drone and especially the FPV drone world and the DJI Avata 2 is no exception. I have worked my way up from the DJI Mavic Air, Air 2, FPV, and now the Avata 2 and the Avata 2 has blown me away so far. Out of all the DJI drones I have worked with, the Avata 2 is easily the most robust, heavy duty, streamlined, but also drastically lighter in weight. As I was unboxing the Avata 2 I noticed that DJI has even drastically improved their packaging and the case the drone comes with. As a photographer I have always appreciated a nice gear bag, and I really appreciate the bag that came with my DJI Mavic Air 2, but the bag for the Avata 2 has blown me away, it comes already stocked with all the extra accessories and is organized for you so opening it all up and going through everything feels like christmas morning. Setting up this drone was very easy starting with just charging the goggles, controller, and three drone batteries in their docking station. The first charges took a while so do not expect to be able to fly this within minutes of taking it out of the box. Once charged the activation process was fairly simple, as an android user the app gave me some difficulties. My phone was blocking the download of the app that was needed to activate the drone, but I was able to use a different browser on my phone and got it downloaded, from there it was smooth sailing. As far as flying this drone, the joystick has been a harder learning curve than I was expecting. Since all of my previous drone flying experience was done with a two handed controller and all the controls have been the same across all models, all of a sudden having a one handed control/joystick has been different. I think I prefer the two handed controller and hopefully DJI offers that option in the future for operators that are used to this control method. I did enjoy the Head Tracking Mode though as that was new to me it was pretty easy to get the hang of. The battery life is satisfactory, especially compared to older models. This price point may seem a bit much but for all the accessories and spare pieces DJI includes in this Fly More Combo, it is worth it, there are really no other accessories or items you will need to buy and the fact that it all fits compactly in its case that I love is so nice. This drone will be great for both new drone pilots and also veteran drone pilots who are looking for something different. I am only giving 4 stars due to the joystick controller and not a standard controller option in the fly more kit.
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Host high-quality watch parties on a bigger screen that everyone can enjoy. The Insignia NS-PC5CH6B24 6’ 8K Ultra HD USB-C to HDMI 2.1 Braided Cable extends or mirrors the screen of your USB-C laptop, tablet, smartphone and more to an HDMI-capable display. Compatible with Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, iPadOS, iOS and Android systems, the 6 ft. cable transmits reliable video and audio signals for an unmatched viewing experience. In addition, it supports resolutions of up to 8K @ 60 Hz, allowing you to watch movies, videos and more with a quality image that will further impress your viewers. Share your display to comfortably view your favorite shows and movies on a full-size screen.
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This Insignia HDMI cable has been very reliable so far, something we have all come to expect from the Insignia brand products. The thickness of the cable is perfect, definitely more heavy duty than most cables out there, but not too thick that it's hard to work with. The braided outer shell is also great too and I prefer it over just a coated cable. The quality has been impressive and I have had zero quality issues using the Blue Ray player as well as our satellite TV box. This is my first USB-C to HDMI cable I've ever had after having to use an adapter to USB-C for years now and I'm so excited to finally have a cable that does it all, no adapters needed. This will be excellent for the projector movie nights outside this summer to connect to the projector from the tablet or phone. Since this cable is more heavy duty than most I won't have to worry about damaging it when moving things around. Overall a trustworthy cable that I can easily recommend as it is an item most households need on hand in this day and age.
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Ring’s best battery-powered doorbell camera, loaded with cutting-edge features. Battery Doorbell Pro delivers Head-to-Toe HD+ Video, super-precise 3D Motion Detection with Bird's Eye View that shows you where visitors went on an overhead map of your property, and more.
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Our household has dealt with our fair share of wireless video cameras over the past few years, this was the 10th wireless camera I have installed around our home, and it was the first Ring branded camera, and first doorbell camera we’ve had. I have to say we have been sleeping on the Ring brand! I have been so impressed with it, in some aspects where I feel competitors have struggled in my experience, Ring seems to excel. It was unbelievably easy to set up my Ring Doorbell, after charging it it nearly set itself up. I like that you just need to scan the QR code on the back of the doorbell and follow the directions on the app, answering very simple questions and connecting to your households wifi. Mounting the camera to the frame of our front door was pretty easy. Because of the layout of our front porch I had to use the wedge mount the camera came with to get a better recording angle and it was easy to install. The only gripe I had was the screws that hold the mount to the house had a head that was a little too small, they just barely held the plate without slipping through the gap but I was able to make it work. The camera's connection to the wifi seems very consistent, I have not had any disconnections from it yet whereas other cameras I use from competitor brands disconnect fairly often. It also seems like it has way less lag when playing live video compared to my other cameras as well, it really is unbelievable how much better the Ring equipment and app seems. The Ring App is very easy to navigate when making adjustments to the camera settings, as well as viewing recorded videos. Notifications seem to come through to my phone very quickly and the app is very responsive when I click on the notifications for more info. We are very excited to see what kind of wildlife we catch on our camera, as well as of course having the added security and convenience of finally having a doorbell camera, and a really good one at that! I know next time we need new surveillance cameras at home I will be sticking with the Ring brand because so far I have been nothing but impressed.
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The Arlo Essential Security Bundle is an $425 value if purchased separately at regular price.¹ For smart home security, the Essential Outdoor Camera provides crystal-clear 2K resolution. You can see license plates and eye color in detail with 12x zoom. You’ll get alerts and be able to watch live video right from your phone. Use the Integrated Spotlight Ward to ward off intruders or trigger the Integrated Siren automatically or manually from the Arlo Secure App. Even in low light you’ll be able to identify details with Color Night Vision. Or try the noise-canceling audio to hear and speak clearly with visitors. Setup is quick and easy and only takes minutes by connecting directly to Wi-Fi. You can install it with full confidence thanks to its rechargeable battery and weather-resistant design. An Arlo Secure plan trial is included. After trial, a paid plan is required to keep premium features like 30-day video cloud storage, People, Package, Vehicle Detection, 24/7 Emergency Response, and more.
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After being several years and several generations into the camera game, Arlo sure does know how to put out some great security cameras. This is my third set of Arlo cameras and they continue to impress me as each new version gets better and better. This time around, this kit is definitely the best yet. They are now smaller and have a smaller profile, every little bit helps as a way to make them more inconspicuous. It also helps keep them out of the elements just that much more and weigh less on their mounts as well. This time around the setup was the easiest by far, I am glad I will no longer have to have a base station near our router as they tend to be an eyesore. The app needed to be updated before I could use these and once I was using the new version I realised not only have they improved their cameras, but also their app! It was very easy moving through the steps of setting up each camera, the app did most of the work for me. Once all working, I noticed the response time, the sensitivity, and the video quality! All heavily improved over the previous versions, the video is very crisp even in the dark. The one change that I honestly am not a fan of is the mounting system on this kit over previous versions. This mounting system is much more cumbersome to use, not so user friendly. And they feel a bit more fragile as I already broke a tab off one of the mounts. It really concerns me as we are going into the colder months and I'm not sure this thin plastic will be able to handle the cold. I was a big fan of the older mount system that was a rounded magnet mount, it was very user friendly and easy to use and I’m surprised Arlo went away with it. Overall this kit is super handy to have around our house, it is so nice tuning into our home while at work or travelling and keeping an eye on things, and I could not imagine having that ability now that I am so used to it. I have and will continue to recommend Arlo cameras to anyone I know who is looking to purchase security cameras!
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With up to 1,900 PSI at 1.2 GPM, the Greenworks GPW1900 pressure washer is perfect for light- to medium-duty clean-up of windows, vehicles, grills, patio furniture and decking. With a powerful 13-amp universal motor, axial cam pump, and hassle-free, push-button starts, you’ll get to work fast, with no priming, no choke, and no pull cord. Just plug the 35-foot power cord. This quiet-running, lightweight, compact, easy-to-store when not in use. With a 20-foot, non-marring, high-pressure hose, and on-board accessory storage with 25-degree and 40-degree nozzles, soap nozzle and bonus turbo nozzle, 11” surface cleaner, it’s versatile, portable, and powerful.
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5
Excellent combo kit that is worth the price
on November 11, 2023
Posted by: Katie
A power washer has been a frequently used tool in our household for almost 20 years. It seems like there is always something that can be pressure washed around here like outdoor furniture, decking, siding, concrete, or even cars as the past couple years it has been a go-to tool when I’m cleaning and detailing our cars. I was so excited to try out this Greenworks pressure washer kit because we have been using the same pressure washer for nearly 20 years and I figured technology had improved in that time, and I was right! The Greenworks kit was very easy to set up, I could not get over how light and small it is compared to our older one. It was easy to connect both hoses to it and assemble the wand, and once I turned it on I realised how quiet it was and was very impressed. One thing I noticed about it compared to our old one is the delay from the time I pull the trigger till the time the pressure washer starts running and the high pressure water comes out, it is not as instant or quick as our older one but it is not a deal breaker. The pressure that both the tips had was satisfactory, I used it to clean a vehicle and it was just perfect, not too harsh and not too weak. Since I was cleaning a vehicle it was the perfect time to test out the foam cannon it came with and compare it to the other one I own. It worked very well and I had no complaints about it. The next day since there was a bit of residue on the driveway from washing the car I decided to use the surface cleaner attachment and it worked really well! I cannot wait to use it on our patio next season because it should make the job go a lot quicker. My only complaint about this kit is the hose for the wand is way too short. Even though I was cleaning an average sized vehicle, I found myself having to move the pressure washer around a lot with me while I tried to reach all sides of the vehicle. Another 10 or 12 more feet would have been so much nicer. This pressure washer is great for general household use and for beginners, if you can get it on sale it is an excellent deal. If you have a pressure washer already and would like to upgrade eventually, this model might not be the best option, but it does look like Greenworks has bigger or more heavy duty options that would be great, I have no issues with the brand itself and I would definitely recommend it!
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Introducing the F70 PRO, a 1080p dash cam that strikes the perfect balance between compact design and power to capture all of your drives with crystal-clear clarity. Adjust settings or download files on the go with built-in Wi-Fi, and enjoy parking protection with advanced Parking Surveillance modes like Motion and Impact detection, Time Lapse, and Energy Saving mode.
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I have been loving this Thinkware dash camera so far! I have attempted using dash cameras in the past but they were way more awkward and cumbersome, both for the install and seeing the camera and its wires exposed once installed. The fit and finish was just not there. My past experiences made me nervous to try this model, but Thinkware was able to squash all my worries and concerns! This camera is literally great. I just bought a new vehicle(another reason I wanted to try using a dash cam again) and I was nervous about the install, not only did I not want to break or damage anything, but I also didn't want to have the camera look janky and stick out like a sore thumb, with wires running everywhere. But the install absolutely shocked me, it went so smoothly, I never had to remove any panels, maybe I was just lucky with my specific vehicle but the power wire nearly ran itself into the interior trim gaps perfectly. I had to use the install tool it came with a couple times but it was perfect. The only bit of wire I see is a couple inches near the camera and a couple inches by the power connector. The app was also extremely easy to set up, I had no software or hardware issues, updates went smoothly. Another thing that has always made me hesitant for dash cameras is I did not want to have to set up anything each time I was about to drive and each time I was done and getting out. Luckily with this Thinkware model there is none of that, I have not had to touch the camera since the install. As soon as the car is on and the camera gets power it starts recording as I have it in continuous mode. And making little adjustments in the app such as volume or recording settings is very easy. The image quality of the videos in all different lighting also meets my expectations. I am very pleased with this camera and would recommend it to anyone with a vehicle.
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Outdoor 4 is our fourth generation wire-free smart security camera that helps you protect your home inside and out right from your smartphone.
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I was a little iffy on this Blink camera at first but it has really grown on me. My first impressions were great; the packaging was sufficient and the setup on the app was extremely easy. I barely and I mean barely had to do anything to get the camera, the sync module, and app all connected and working properly. The app setup process was excellent and one of the best I have seen. Once it was all set up, this was where I kind of lost confidence in the app. The current version is a bit cumbersome and harder to understand compared to competing brands I have used. It took me a day or so to realise the camera was not recording anything because I had not "armed it," my mistake, I thought arming it would have meant turning some sort of alarm feature on. Once it was all set up correctly it was great. It is very sensitive, one of the more sensitive cameras I have used and seemed to be picking up all motion as I experimented with walking around in front of it. The image quality of the camera is even better than I was expecting. It is not pixelated, night vision also looks great. The audio quality is a little iffy, it sounds like faint constant static even when nothing is happening, but I'd rather have better video than audio quality anyways. Lastly, the mounting system is a little worrisome, the plastic clips are all very thin and feel fragile, and I'm worried about when winter hits if this plastic will be able to stand up to the test. I prefer a magnetic system but we'll see how well this system lasts. Overall this is a great camera for the money and would work well for just about anyone.
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TheraFace Mask is a breakthrough FDA cleared LED skincare mask that delivers effective, full-face Red, Red + Infrared and Blue light with added tension-relieving vibration therapy. Clinical studies showed firmer, smoother, healthier-looking skin with a visible reduction in fine lines and dark spots in as little as 8 weeks.* Plus, Mask’s easy-to-use hands-free design comes with removable protective eye shields so you can multitask during your treatment.
Posted by: Katie
Therabody has done it again, I have found another product of theirs that I absolutely love, can easily incorporate into my daily routine, and it improves my quality of life. As I have been using the TheraFace Mask daily since I got it, I noticed it is fairly heavy. Not unbearably heavy, and it surprisingly does not fall off if you stand up, walk around, look down, etc, but nonetheless it is heavier than expected. Despite being a little heavy, it is very comfortable to wear. The shape of it is perfect for my face and head. The eye openings line up perfectly with my eyes and I was able to wear it while doing laundry without feeling restricted at all. The head straps are just enough to hold onto your head and keep it from falling, without being overwhelming. The softer material around the eye area as well as the eye guard are very comfortable. As TheraBody does, all the different materials this mask is made of all feel like a very high quality, it does not feel cheap by any means. I also love that they included a very nice stand as this is a fairly odd shaped device and finding a place to store it otherwise would be fairly difficult. Another huge plus is that it charges via USB-C, any device that I can charge with my phone charger just wins even more points in my book for convenience. The massage function is great, especially around the eyes. The head strap massage is not my favourite as it causes some rattling at times and being that close to your face/ears it is not the most relaxing thing but it's not the end of the world. As far as the actual light therapy itself, it's wild because you don't actually feel anything happening during the treatment, it does not feel like you even did anything. But, with each use I do notice small improvements in my skins health. I have already noticed an improvement in smoothness for both texture and color. My reddish tinge and patching has definitely improved. I'm so excited to see how my skin will look weeks/months from now with continued daily use. If you are someone who takes your skincare routine seriously, this is an obvious necessity in your arsenal. I highly recommend it.
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With an advanced dual head system, and SkinSafe™ blades to keep your boys
safe and smooth, The Lawn Mower® 5.0 is a next-gen groin groomer that’ll give
you the power to trim, shave, and shape.
features & Benefits
• Features & Benefits
• SkinSafe™ Technology
• QuietStroke Technology
• Constant RPM
• Waterproof
• Dual Charging Options
• Dual LED Spotlight
• Tri-Level LED Low Battery Indicator
• Travel Lock
• Adjustable Guard Sizes 1.4mm-12mm
• Up to 60-Minute Runtime Li-ion
Battery
• Interchangeable Dual-Blade System
Posted by: Katie
I have been hearing about the Manscaped brand for years but always thought the hype was overdone. Turns out, that is absolutely not the case and their product is fantastic. My boyfriend and I have put this Lawn Mower 5.0 to the test and we love it. We have both tried a handful of electric shavers over the years, and I can easily say this is the best one I've used. First of all, the packaging was stellar, some of the nicest packaging I have ever seen. Once I got the shaver out and turned it on, I knew for sure this was the quietest and smoothest I have ever used. I was also impressed by all the accessories and extras it comes with. The different guard attachments are solid, they are clearly labelled and easy to put on and take off. The charge lasts what feels like forever and I'm glad it is a USB-C charging port, the fact that I can charge this with my phone charger is so convenient. I also love that it is waterproof. Though I was not a fan of using it in the shower as the wet hair and wet shaver all tended to stick together, causing me to prefer using this dry. It also has a built in flashlight, I found it on accident but I'm glad I did because it was very helpful in the shower. Overall, believe the hype, manscaped makes a genuinely good product and I cannot recommend it enough.
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Whether you’re filming or taking photos, don’t run out of memory in the middle of a shoot. Transfer and back up files with the Insignia NS-CRDAC1, USB-C to SD, microSD and CompactFlash Memory Card Reader. Simply plug in your card reader with the included USB-C cable to connect the PC, tablet or other device quickly transfer data from your memory cards. USB-A to USB-C adapter enables USB-A port device for more compatibility and backward compatible with USB 2.0 device, if needed. It’s compatible with a wide variety of SD and microSD cards, as well as CompactFlash cards, to keep your creativity flowing without having to pause and delete unwanted files. Finally, its compact design means you can easily fit it in a pocket or bag. Never let a full memory card stop you again.
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I have enjoyed using this Insignia SD 4.0 card reader so far, it has made transfering photos for editing easier and quicker. I compared the import speed of my roughly 5 year old card reader made by a different brand, and this Insignia was definitely faster. I love that it has several different types of memory card slot options because I used different types of cards depending on the devices I use and having the options there is great. The cord it came with was an excellent length, and I'm glad it comes with an adapter of USB to USB-C as my older desktop does not have a USB-C port so the versatility of this device is great. The card reader is also a conveniently small size as well. It is flat enough and small enough that it can easily live in a backpack or camera bag and not take up much space at all. And also small enough to permanently live on a desktop area. Personally, I have mine mounted to the base of my monitor via velcro and it is perfect. It does not move around while putting a card in or removing it, and it is aesthetically pleasing on my desktop. Overall I have been impressed with this card reader and would recommend it to anyone in the market for one.
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Capture special moments with this Fujifilm instax mini 8 camera that utilizes film packs (not included) to instantly provide you with photos. The brightness dial enables simple customization, and the high-key mode softens your shots for a creative touch.
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