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The high-performance USB4 multi-port hub incorporates the latest USB4 controller from Intel, offering compatibility with Thunderbolt and older USB specifications. With up to 20Gbps of throughput, dynamic data, and display bandwidth allocation for efficient display data flow, you can easily create a dual-monitor setup. Enjoy up to 4K resolution using DisplayPort, HDMI, or USB-C and access data faster without affecting system performance. Additionally, it has two USB SuperSpeed+ 10Gbps ports (1 USB-C and 1 Type-A) for charging or connecting peripherals. It is also equipped with a USB-C Power Delivery port to charge your laptop and power your connected devices with up to 85W pass-through power.
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This multi-port hub has been super helpful so far and really should be an addition to everyone’s laptop/tech bag. I use my work laptop with two monitors at work, and I bring my work laptop home at least once a week and connecting it to my 3 monitor desktop setup at home has been extremely easy with this hub, it has been just as it claims, plug and play. I have yet to have any glitching, flickering, or quality issues even when big programs are opened, so I have been very impressed so far. I have used several different hubs over the years for work, and have had issues with some pretty expensive and high end options, and the fact that this much more economical option does not do that is great. The fact you can plug the laptop charger into it is also a huge plus. This would be a great accessory for the many modern laptops out there that have limited ports, or for someone who has a lot of desk clutter of wires and adapters, etc. I am impressed with how lightweight this hub is, it feels nearly hollow so it is a no brainer to add to the laptop, backpack, or tech bag. I highly recommend this j5create multi-port hub!
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Theragun PRO (5th Generation) is Therabody's best massage gun and now even quieter. Designed by experts and backed by science, it delivers a 60% deeper massage than the competition and is the only massage gun with the proven 5-in-1 benefits of recovery, performance, sleep, mobility, and stress relief.The Theragun PRO is the ultimate tool for recovery and pain relief to keep you moving. No other device is proven to improve your recovery, performance, mobility, sleep, and stress. No other device makes it easier to hit hard-to-reach areas with a patented signature triangle handle. And no other device combines power, depth and speed to give you the most effective treatment. That's what makes us different.Find relief from ailments, aches and pains with effective recovery that lasts longer than the competitors. The new Theragun PRO EQ150 motor has been built from the ground up to be 20% quieter without sacrificing our signature power or frequency. And with a built-in OLED screen that displays routines, you can treat your body easier than ever before.
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I am not exaggerating when I say Theragun massage guns are life changing, and adding this Thereagun Pro 5th generation to my collection is no exception. I was very impressed when I was unboxing this theragun, I just kept finding more surprises and extras that I was not expecting. The not one but two different bags you get with this feel very high quality and will be so helpful with travelling. I also like the wide variety of attachments the unit came with, there are some classics in here such as the thumb and my favourite, the Supersoft attachment. It was cool to see they also threw the QuietForce solution in as well, this is our households 5th theragun product and I always wondered about adding more lubrication to the piston as they all clearly came lubricated when new. The Theragun PRO itself is made of very nice materials that feel nice to the touch. The shape and curves in the unit are also very ergonomic and I can see the difference in this higher end model vs. the entry level models. It is very light for its size, I compared it to my Theragun Prime that is much smaller in size, but the PRO weighs less. You do not need to use the app to operate this device but it sure does make it a nicer experience, especially for beginners. I like that it can walk you through different modes depending on what kind of recovery you are looking for, and it reminds you to use it in some areas you wouldn't normally think of. A huge plus of this theragun over my other devices is the fact that it charges via USBC and not its own unique charger. I always have multiple USBC chargers plugged in ready to go so charging is very easy, and will make travel even easier. As far as how this device feels to use and the overall experience, this is where it is life changing. The massage gun finds knots and tense spots you do not even realize you have just from daily life. Post working - it is incredible and makes recovery so much easier. Restless legs or sit at a desk for work all day? Stiff and sore from road trips? Night and day difference. Theragun singlehandedly got me through a 17 hour drive and I do not leave the house without it in my backpack, I cannot recommend it enough.
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Soundcore Sleep A10 Earbuds are your perfect companion for a peaceful night's sleep. They’re designed around an exclusive 4-Point Noise Masking system to keep night-time disturbances under your radar. Enhanced passive noise canceling combines with an advanced active noise masking algorithm, and soothing sleep sounds to block out up to 35dB of unwanted noise and deliver the ideal sleep environment. Sleep A10 earbuds are tiny and lightweight so they stay comfortably in your ears, all night long. Slim profile and pressure-free fit means even heavy side-sleepers can rest the entire night without discomfort or fatigue.
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These Soundcore Sleep earbuds came with way more surprises than I was expecting, and they all have turned out to be huge positives. While opening the packaging I was very impressed to see just how many different ear tip and ear wing options these headphones came with. And the sizes are all pretty different so you really have a lot of options to find the fit that works best for you. The case for the headphones is very sleek but still protective, and I love that it charges with USBC. The headphones themselves, my gosh they are so extremely small and I love them. I have tried sleeping with so many different headphones and earbuds over the years and none of them worked for sleep. They always fell out so easily and were uncomfortable when laying on my side. With these I moved around so much trying to make them fall out or hurt my ear but they just wouldn’t. They are so small, ergonomic, and flush to your ear that nothing phases them. Honestly these ear buds seem too good to be true because not only are they extremely comfortable, but they also sound amazing. I am a bit of an audiophile and I rarely find headphones that I am fully happy with the sound on, but the fact that I am 100% happy and impressed with the sound quality, on top of their comfort for daily use and sleep use, it seriously seems too good to be true. I am also glad I downloaded the app too because it has a pretty extensive equaliser built into it, as well as tons of sounds to help sleep. I was able to make a customer noise combination of a thunderstorm and ocean waves and save it for regular use. Luckily I do not regularly sleep with someone who disturbs my sleep, but I can already tell these are going to be so useful on vacations and in hotel rooms where others snoring and breathing always keep me awake. It also looks like the app keeps track of your sleep information which I have found to be extremely useful. Overall I cannot recommend these Soundcore Sleep earbuds enough, hands down. I cannot find a single thing wrong with them and I have been nothing but happy with them so far.
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Available for NEW members, WHOOP is a wearable health & fitness coach that keeps track of everything from your sleep patterns to your exercise habits to not just track what you did, but tells you what to do next. WHOOP coaches you through your day with recommendations based on your unique physiology, whether that’s recommending when to go to bed or how much exertion you should take on to meet your fitness goals. Purchase includes an initial 12 month WHOOP membership, 4.0 hardware, onyx SuperKnit band, and wearable + waterproof* battery pack. WHOOP also comes with 24/7 customer service and a warranty in order to make it a worry-free purchase. At the end of your 12 months, you can renew your membership via the WHOOP app.
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This Whoop 4.0 device and its app was a bit intimidating at first, and took a couple weeks of constant use to learn and get used to, but wow was it worth it. The amount of information I now have about my body at my fingertips is mind boggling. Right out of the box, the device charged very quickly and synced up with my phone while it was charging. I had zero issues getting it to connect to my phone, and in the 30 days I have been using it, it has not disconnected once. I really love that this fitness tracker does not have a screen on it, making it not a replacement for my galaxy watch, but an additional tool to know more about my body and my daily routine/activity. Besides that, since there is not a screen to worry about, I can wear it at times when I take my galaxy watch off for fear of damaging it. This device is very durable, I wore it through several days of yard work and projects on our property, it got hit a few times and it does not even show it. I’ve gotten chemicals on the band by accident and it didn't even phase it. I also regularly wipe it down with a sanitising cloth and that does not seem to phase it either. I was a little worried about how rugged this fitness tracker would be but after a month, I am no longer concerned. At first the app was a bit confusing, the scaling and numbers that it uses threw me off, maybe I just missed a guide about it, but I eventually got used to it. My favourite feature has to be the sleep feature, I check it everyday and it seems very accurate when comparing to how I feel I slept. It's also very eye opening to see how poor my sleep habits are and makes me more conscious to do better, especially with the notification reminders. I also noticed the strain detection is legit, I’ve had it happen a couple times now where about a 20 minutes after I get home from work, I get a notification that my strain that day was a bit higher than usual, and when I think about my work day that day, yes it was a more stressful and exhausting day than normal, it is crazy that it can detect that. I believe I read that this device automatically detects activities such as walking or working out but so far it has not done that for me, I just am manually telling it I am about to start an activity and go from there. Overall, this fitness coach and app is great for just about everyone, especially someone who is serious about becoming healthier and being more in tune with their body, this is a great tool to get there and I have to recommend it.
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Meet the Ninja Foodi Indoor Grill. The grill that sears, sizzles, and air fry crisps. Updated sleek design from the original Foodi Grill. 500°F of hot cyclonic air for surround searing, while the 500°F high-density grill grate gives you delicious char-grilled marks and flavor while being virtually smoke-free. It's also an air fry crisper, allowing you to enjoy guilt-free fried food.
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My expectations with this product were pretty neutral because I had always had the impression that indoor grills were messy, inconvenient, and made food greasy. However I am glad I decided to give this Ninja Foodi 6-in-1 grill a try because I was quickly impressed when I started cooking with it. I was also very impressed before I even started cooking, while opening it I realised all the different cooking surface options the Foodi came with. I was only expecting the grill grate so to get the cooking pot and crisp basket was a bonus. I also noticed the splatter shield that protects the heating element and the grill brush and I appreciate the thought. As I was prepping my chicken I was planning on grilling, I let the foodi grill preheat on high as it was recommended, and once I placed my raw chicken tenders on the grill grates they immediately started sizzling the way they would on a grill and it was just so cool. The cooking surface was bigger than I was expecting as I fit my entire package of chicken (aprox 2.4lbs) all on the grate with room to spare. I can see 3-4 burgers fitting on this grill with no problem as well. While cooking, there was little to no mess and absolutely no smoke, I could not believe I was grilling in my kitchen. When I opened the grill halfway through to flip the chicken, it was cooking so evenly, the chicken had the perfect sear lines on it, and the food was not sticking to the surface at all, nor was it sitting in any oils or greases while it cooked. The user interface and buttons on the front of the grill were very easy and straightforward to follow, if someone has used an air fryer before or really even an oven, this will be an easy device to use. When the chicken was done I let the air fryer sit and cool and cleaned it up when we were done eating. The grill grate and the cooking pot had some food residue to be expected, and despite sitting for close to 45 minutes before being cleaned, it cleaned exceptionally well. Nothing was stuck on, I rinsed with some warm water and soap, and put them in the dishwasher, where they came out perfectly afterwards. I can see so many meals being cooked in this in the future. Our family loves grilling, however we live in a climate that is not exactly grill friendly for at least 6 months out of the year. This Ninja Foodi grill will definitely help us get our grill fix during the winter months. The only minor issue I found with this device which will take time to experiment and learn with is cook times and temps, I was trying to follow airfryer chicken recipes, as well as follow the directions and guidelines the grill came with, which were two very different directions and I tried to meet in the middle and I know my chicken could have turned out better if had I listened to likely the device directions fully and ignored my recipe instructions. Overall our family is super excited to have this new appliance in our kitchen and we would definitely recommend it to friends.
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G502 X PLUS, the latest version of Logitech’s most popular gaming mouse, combines a legacy of performance with the most advanced gaming technologies. G502 X also introduces hybrid optical-mechanical LIGHTFORCE switches for the primary left and right buttons. Also equipped with LIGHTSYNC RGB powering flowing 8-LED lighting that’s customizable and adapts as you play with startup/power-down effects and battery optimization through active play detection. Complete with updated LIGHTSPEED wireless with 68 percent faster response rate, HERO 25K sub-micron sensor and more.
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This Logitech G502 X wireless mouse has been fantastic and has exceeded my expectations. I have always been a fan of Logitech products and knew the quality would be excellent, but I was unsure how I would feel about using my first gaming mouse, but I have loved every minute of it so far and wish I did not wait this long for one. It is obvious that this wireless mouse is visually appealing, the lights and the design of it make me literally proud to see it sitting on my desk. It is also ergonomic beyond belief. I have chubby but small hands and I have no problems fitting my hand comfortably on the mouse, but there is also plenty of room on the mouse that someone with larger or longer hands would have no problems with. It seems like the light strip areas of the mouse have more than just a visual purpose, it seems like it creates air channels under your hand for air flow, I noticed my hands have felt cooler while using the mouse for so long. I Also love the two different scroll options, and the button to change between the two nearly feels like a brake for scrolling. I use my mouse for hours to edit photos and I have noticed myself switching between the two different scroll methods depending on what I am working on. I also like that I can easily change the cursor speed on the fly with buttons right on the mouse, with having a three monitor setup, I never realized how much I needed that until I had it. I know this mouse will be excellent for gamers, but it will also be great for anyone who spends any sort of time on a computer. It is such a great upgrade from the basic mouse and I cannot recommend it enough.
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You can air fry that! The CRUX x Marshmello 8-qt. Digital Air Fryer Kit with TurboCrisp technology features patented TurboCrisp technology crisping tray that cooks up to 50% faster than traditional ovens and 1 silicone baking pan. CRUX is turning up the beat—and the heat with world renowned Artist & Producer, Marshmello. Cooked, puffed, crispy, gooey perfection is yours every time with this 8-qt. Digital Air Fryer Kit with TurboCrisp from CRUX x Marshmello.
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This Sensio Air Fryer has been our household’s favorite kitchen appliance yet. First thing I noticed when unboxing the air fryer was just how light it was compared to other air fryers I have used, that is a huge plus, especially for its large 8qt size! I also think the fryer basket window and light features are pure genius! Gone are the days of having to stop and open the air fryer to check on your food's progress, losing all the heat in the process. This is the first air fryer I’ve used that mentions it can bake, and even comes with a silicone baking pan. However the directions booklet really does not explain much about baking with the unit or the pan which I found a bit odd. The rest of the fryers' different settings/functions have already come in handy though. The reheat option on our leftovers was perfect. The fries came out so close to their original form I could barely tell they were leftovers. It is very easy to change the temperature/time, my only small complaint was the mode selection on this air fryer is all pictures, no words. So it takes a few minutes of studying the manual/memorizing to remember the symbols for each mode, it was just something that slowed me down while using the air fryer at first. So far the crisping tray cleans very easily, and I am hoping it stays that way with use. Overall I am very happy with this air fryer and I cannot recommend this large and feature heavy fryer.
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Replace your corded vacuum with the new lightweight and cordless PWRHERO 11 Pet. The PWRHERO 11 Pet is a high-performance cordless vacuum featuring a 450W motor and up to 120W of suction power great for multi-surface, whole home, and pet hair cleaning so you can confidently replace a traditional corded upright. The PWRHERO 11 Pet is designed for 3 in 1 use - clean your hard floors, carpets and hard to reach areas with the hand vacuum attachment.
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Our household has found this Tineco cordless stick vacuum to be a pretty handy household device so far. Upon opening the box I was surprised by how many different attachments the vacuum came with, it came with even more than a normal vacuum, making it far more versatile right away. While playing with all the attachments we found plenty of places this vacuum is great for besides normal floor vacuuming: on all our stairs, in the car, on top of the fridge, and along baseboard trim to name a few. The suction power is excellent, the most I have seen from a cordless vacuum yet, while also being one of the quietest. I thought the quiet sound was almost deceiving because it sounds like it is not vacuuming much, but it is very strong suction when compared to the volume. In the past I have found cordless vacuums lack enough power to fluff up the carpet, however this device has enough suction to suck up so much while also fluffing the carpet and making it look like it was actually vacuumed, while other cordless vacuums seem to just go over the surface without the fluffing. The battery has been lasting surprisingly long, even when turning the level on high we can still vacuum the whole upper level of the house without it dying. I am loving the feature that combs the hair out of the brush so it does not get stuck and build up, gone are the days of getting the scissors and cutting the hair build up out. I have noticed emptying the vacuum is not very ideal, it seems like no matter how I try to go about it, there's no way around just shoving my fingers into the debris to get it all out, and also get to the area the hair builds up in. This makes emptying the vacuum a bit dirty and dusty, especially compared to most vacuums where you can just open a door and it all falls out. I also thought the vacuum can be hard to maneuver at times compared to other vacuums, especially on carpet. It is still easy to use, but maybe for someone older or weaker in the arms/wrists for any reason, this may make moving the vacuum around a little more difficult. Overall though we are satisfied with this device and have already noticed it helping us keep our household just a little bit cleaner and would recommend it to any house dealing with pet and human hair, it seems to shine when it comes to hair removal!
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The Normatec Go by Hyperice delivers targeted massage for fresh legs on-the-go. Backed by the same science that powers the original Normatec system, the Normatec Go is completely portable and delivers dynamic air compression to the calf muscles to increase circulation, and reduce pain and tension in the legs.
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I keep looking for something to dislike about these Hyperice Normatec Go compression sleeves but I just can’t find anything! These are absolutely amazing and within a few days they became a part of my bedtime routine. The packaging and presentation upon first opening was stellar and impressed me. The sleeves charged quickly on their first charge and seem to charge quickly since then. I also love that they are USB C charging so in a pinch I can use my phone charger or portable charger to give them a boost. I saw the small and simple manual mentioned having to pair the two devices together so they are in sync, but mine did not even need pairing, they work together flawlessly. It's nice that you can choose your settings on one of the devices and the other side will match automatically, you do not need to adjust settings on both prior to starting a session, huge plus! In our household we have a wide range of leg situations. I personally sit at a desk all day which tends to take a toll on my legs and circulation, giving me restless legs often, but I also work out 3-4 times a week and can have sore legs at least once a week. It seems like no matter what kind of day I have, either stuck sitting at a desk all day or a big workout, or both in one day, these compression sleeves make a night and day difference. When I take the sleeves off before bed my legs feel so relaxed and the tension is nearly gone. These Hyperice sleeves do exactly what they say they do, and they do it well. I find the relief similar to the feeling of using a percussive massage gun, but also combined with a deep massage because of the compression, and all over, not just in the spots you hit with a massage gun. My mother is on her feet about ten to eleven hours a day, has very bad varicose veins, and is on medication for restless legs. I made sure she put these sleeves through the ringer because I wanted her to find relief, and thankfully she did. She uses them before bed as I do, and she noticed she falls asleep better, and does not get woken up from restless legs. I am so glad I found her something that helps. These devices are great for athletes but they certainly are not only for athletes. There are plenty of people in many different situations that can benefit from these which is why I’d absolutely recommend these to anyone, literally anyone. I am in love with them!
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U9 Video Projector adopts advanced German LED light source and innovative luminous touch buttons, making operation more convenient and faster in the dark. U9 projector can mirror movies/photos/games from smartphones or other devices to the big screen wireless via WIFI. Adoption of advanced 5G WiFi, the transmission speed is three times faster than projectors with 2.4G WiFi on the market. Say bye to freeze problem, U9 WIFI projector brings smooth giant images to you.
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I was impressed right off the bat when I realized this projector came in its own backpack case, and was even more impressed when I opened the bag and saw all the extras the projector came with. It was an awesome touch that it came with the HDMI cord and also the fabric screen, making this perfect for someone getting their first projector. The projector itself feels heavy duty and high quality, especially with the fabric front bringing an elegant touch.
The impressive qualities continued as I turned it on and realized how bright and also sharp it was. I literally unplugged my 2 year old projector and plugged this one in and the quality differences were astounding. I cannot emphasize enough just how bright and crisp this projector is, especially for the price.
I did have a little bit of trouble with the remote, opening the cover for the batteries was unnecessarily difficult. I also had an issue with the buttons pulling out of their sections but was able to push them back in. It's surprising this high quality projector does not have a higher quality remote to match it. Either way the remote works okay once it's being used. The menu interface was pretty straightforward, if you are familiar with other projectors, streaming devices, or cable services interfaces, this one will be very manageable. I had no trouble connecting to our home network, and also Samsung Dex worked flawlessly. The keystone function was a nice perk, I really appreciated it after coming from a projector that always needed to be manually adjusted. Only thing I would have liked to see on this projector is a threaded mount for a tripod mount option. I'm glad there is the threaded screw to angle the projector up or down on a flat surface, it would have been nice if they made it quarter 20 thread so a tripod mount could easily attach. Overall this is an excellent projector for the price and I would highly recommend it.
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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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