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Live stream on YouTube with this Canon PowerShot G7 Mark III camera. The 20.1MP sensor and DIGIC 8 processor capture sharp images fast, and 4K recording capability produces ultra-high-definition video. This Canon PowerShot G7 Mark III camera has a touch-panel LCD screen for convenient operation, and the screen tilts for easier use..
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I have been a canon fan for years and this is my sixth canon camera, my g7x mark ii has been my absolute favorite camera I own for a couple years now. When I found out this Mark iii was coming out and read about the upgrades it was given I was thrilled. I always tell people my g7x is my dlsr quality camera in a point and shoot size and it is true, it has been the only camera I take with me on trips now, and it is small enough to get into concerts with, giving me ridiculously great concert photos and videos every time. Once I got this camera in my hands I saw the physical changes that I was glad canon made on this Mark iii, the slightly lighter weight, even thinner screen, and improved hand/thumb grips. I have never once been disappointed by the quality of my photos and videos from my Mark ii, it is my preferred camera over my t5i and there is absolutely no question that the photos and videos from the mark ii to the t5i are on a whole different level of quality. However, it amazes me that with the mark iii and its 4k video capabilities and its image stabilizer, that quality I have come to know and love is now even better. I have taken quite a few videos for comparison and the difference between 4k and 1080p is not as drastic of an improvement as I was hoping for but it is still unbelievably high quality. The g7x mark iii seems to do just as well in low light conditions as had the mark ii. That was something that has always impressed me from the g7x camera is how well it exceeded in low light conditions, it has never been something I had to worry about. I mentioned the screen being even thinner now and it is the best camera screen I have ever worked with. Not only is it massive, but its touch sensitivity is nearly cell phone quality. The image quality of the screen also exceeds expectations, I've had many cameras where when looking at my photos or videos on camera the quality was just lacking but when looked at on a computer they were fine. However this display quality of the g7x mark ii and iii is so good, I get so excited about my photos before I even import/edit them because I can see how great the quality already is. I think it has also helped me take better photos as well, it is easier to make adjustments to your photo taking when you have a high quality and accurate display to go off of. Aside from the quality of the screen, the adjustable/multi angle function has been a lifesaver many times already. I am pretty short and when at concerts or sporting events I always have to put my arms up in the air to get photos or videos, with the ability to angle the screen down towards me, it means I don't have to hope I'm getting the frame I want. I've also had many situations where my g7x was on a tripod at about chest height and instead of bending down to see my display, I can simply angle it up and be very comfortable while working with the camera. The multi angle screen function was something I never really thought I'd use but once I realized how useful it is, I regularly use it. Another function that is very useful is the wifi and/or bluetooth connection. It is again one of those abilities I never really felt I needed, until it was there for me to use and now I couldn't imagine not having it. The connecting via wifi is very useful when it works, I've noticed on my mark ii connecting was usually pretty finicky but I've been working a lot with the mark iii instead and it seems to be just as finicky. When it does work, it works great, however it is getting the initial connection to happen seems to be a struggle on both models. My one and only complaint about this g7x mark iii camera is the menu/user interface got more complicated. Luckily it looks pretty much the same and if you are familiar with the canon interface you will be able to jump right into this one. However the menu got more cluttered on this model and for example the time lapse function is way more complicated to use now on the mark iii than the mark ii is. As someone who loves time lapses I was disappointed to see how much digging in menus and buttons and screen touching has to be done to start a time lapse. On my mark ii, it is about 2-3 clicks and its recording and it is easy to start another one right away. On the new model, time lapse function always defaults at disabled when the camera is first turned on and again after a time lapse has been created. You first have to go into the menu, enable the time lapse function again, then set your settings, then click the record button, then click the shutter button. I don't understand why the ability to take a time lapse had to be so buried in the menus, I was upset I even had to research how to make a time lapse on the mark iii because on the mark ii it is so simple and easy to get to. Hopefully this is something canon can change with software updates? Other than the more cluttered interface and menu options, I have zero complaints about this camera and I highly recommend it to anyone at any photography skill level. As someone who takes photography classes and does photography jobs on the side, I never thought I'd prefer a smaller camera over my dlsr camera but my g7x changed that for me, its versatility is unmatched and the quality it brings is well worth the price.
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Run and organize your computer system safely with this six-outlet APC SurgeArrest Essential desk-mount power station. Lightning and surge protection and a fail-safe mode prevent your electronics from getting damaged during current spikes, and the powered USB-A and USB-C ports let you charge three gadgets simultaneously. This APC SurgeArrest Essential desk-mount power station has an LED indicator for circuit issues for added precaution.
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This surge protector power strip has been very helpful in my office. I always have a pile camera batteries that are in need of charging or other devices like my tablet, but it's sometimes tough because so many other devices are plugged in and it is not ideal to unplug them such as the power cord to my desktop computer and monitors, printers, etc. On top of it not being ideal to unplug the bigger devices, if I want to plug a camera charger in instead, I'm crawling under my desk to get to the outlets. I had been thinking about finding a way to have a power strip somewhat accessible but this device solved so many problems in one fell swoop. It is so practical! I love that it has outlets on both sides so chargers do not start piling up on it and covering other outlets up. I also love that it has the USB and micro USB C ports right on it, freeing me from having to plug in phone, tablet, etc chargers into the valuable real estate of the normal outlets. The opening to fit around a desk is bigger than I expected, I have a desk that is an inch and a quarter thick and it still sits loosely, loosely enough that the power strips moves around when trying to plug something into it. I would have liked it to be a little more sturdy in its grip on a table but I understand they made it such a wide opening to be able to fix many different desks, tabletops and other applications. Overall though I cannot say enough good things about the convenience of this power strip. It's nice to have something so useful and flexible and have it be at a reachable location but not in the way. It is such a good design and I recommend it to anyone who finds themselves regularly switching out different chargers and devices in their outlets to meet all their needs.
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Get rid of pet hair and paw dirt with this powerful Bissell ICONPet cordless vacuum. A 21.6V LiIon battery delivers 30 minutes of runtime, and a tangle-free brush roll and motorized turbo brush make cleaning a breeze. This Bissell ICONPet cordless vacuum comes with a wall mount holder for simple storage and easy access.
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This cordless vacuum has been very helpful to have around the house and it has quickly become something I use daily. I like how it comes with several different attachments that make it easy to use in different situations. I love to have a clean car and it's easy to keep up on it in the summertime, but now with winter starting, who wants to drag a full size vacuum and extension cord out to the car. Now that I have something compact in size with no cords, it's easy to keep up on it and I can get it done pretty quick before the cold really gets to me. Also important to note is how easy it is to clip on or off the attachments. No matter what attachment you are using, this vacuum has been great at picking up pet hair, human hair, crumbs, leaves, small rocks, and anything else my family seems to be able to drag into the house. I also really love the lights at the front of it, it is actually brighter than any corded vacuum I have ever had and how I could tell was I could all of a sudden see imperfections in my floor I’d never seen before, the vacuum provides a serious amount of light in front of it. I don’t think having bright lights affected the battery life any because it lasts much longer than I expected it to. I have an average sized single family home and I have been able to vacuum 3 bedrooms, a bathroom, kitchen/dining area, and living room and still have one bar of battery left and that is partially carpet so I had the suction level higher up. Battery life should rarely be an issue for this vacuum. I also enjoy the wall mount it came with, this is the first cordless vacuum I’ve used and for some reason I thought it would be able to stand on its own, turns out it cannot unless it is leaning up against a wall, laying down, or, mounted on its handy dandy wall mount/charging station. It is not bulky or gaudy looking, and it is very easy to install, and then take the vacuum off or put back on to charge. My only slight dislike of this vacuum is its suction power is not what I would expect from a vacuum at this price. I came to the conclusion that this vacuum is great to have around for quick and easy access, something to use daily to keep up on cleaning, something to use real quick if company is coming over unexpectedly, the scenarios are endless. However this vacuum cannot replace a corded vacuum. It just does not have the suction power to give you a nice, thorough, deep clean, nor does it fluff the carpet up like a corded vacuum does. I also noticed it almost seems like the main vacuum head seems to bind up on carpeting. When running it on short and fairly new carpet, it felt like the spinning brush was getting stuck to the carpet as I pulled it back or pushed it forward. Again, this vacuum is great for the convenience of being cordless and great for a quick daily cleaning to keep on top of everyday hair and messes, but it certainly will not and should not be the only vacuum in your home.
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Say goodbye to cords and cables with these Skullcandy Sesh true wireless headphones. Bluetooth technology seamlessly connects to your smartphone, tablet or PC, letting you stream music or take phone calls with the built-in microphone. These water-resistant Skullcandy Sesh true wireless headphones come with a charging case, providing up to an extra 7 hours of listening time.
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These headphones are probably one of the "most bang for the buck" headphones I've ever used. I've used headphones that were way more expensive and way cheaper than these. The features and quality of these headphones easily put them in the higher end of the spectrum, but the lower price of these headphones really surprises me. The earbuds are pretty small compared to many headphones out there but I think the smaller size is a positive. The smaller bud makes it lighter, therefore easier to stay in your ear and less of a chance of just falling out. And since they're smaller they have less of a chance of getting knocked out by longer hair for example. It is also impressive how many functions skullcandy was able to pack into the invisible buttons on the sides of the earbuds. All the options of adjusting volume, changing songs and answering calls is great, however I did notice one flaw of them. Most headphones have touch sensitivity on the sides of the earbuds so you just simply tap them, or buttons along the edge, however with this having buttons on the side, it can kind of hurt your ear. Since you are pressing straight in, after about 4 of 5 clicks my ears really start to hurt from having something pushed into it pretty hard. It's nice that the functions are there, but I do not know how much I'll be using them, I might just keep my phone close by to change volume and such the old school way. The sound quality of these headphones is what impresses me about its price point. I noticed some songs have a muddy or far away sound to them, but overall I've heard much worse headphones before. These headphones would be great for someone who plans to listen to music or watch movies often but is not picky about the sound of the media.
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Enjoy up to 25 hours of nonstop audio playback with these Bowers & Wilkins PX5 on-ear headphones. The custom 35.6mm drivers offer more natural sound reproduction, while adaptive noise cancelling automatically adjusts to your environment for the best possible listening experience. These compact Bowers & Wilkins PX5 on-ear headphones feature carbon fiber composite arms to withstand everyday wear and tear.
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from Crystal Lake, Il
I have been really wowed by these headphones for the past couple days. I’ve used them in a variety of situations and settings and all have been impressive. The adjustable noise cancelling abilities is something I consider to be these headphones biggest strength. When I used them in my quiet house first with noise cancelling off I could still hear the homes hvac fan running, it was strange putting something completely over my ears but still being able to hear my surroundings like that but I did not mind it. But as soon as I scrolled through noise cancelling low, auto, and high levels, it was crazy how silent surroundings became. I also used these headphones in the gym and again scrolled through the noise cancelling levels and was even more impressed. With it off, I could still faintly hear fans running, machines running, and metal clanking. However noise cancelling on auto, high, or even low, it is crazy to hear your surroundings just disappear and hear your music and only music. Some people may like to still slightly hear their surroundings, and other people may want outside noises to be completely cancelled out and I love that these headphones let you choose and constantly easily adjust it. I was also really excited about the wear sensor, I have had so many instances in the past few years where I was using Bluetooth headphones and got interrupted and had to take my headphones out or off abruptly only to put them back on and find I missed three songs. I put these to the test as I went to the gym with two friends and was frequently taking them away from my ears to talk to them and the accuracy and functionality is amazing. Not once did it mess up and play when it should not have and I saw on the app you can change how sensitive the wear sensors are, I left mine at the average factory setting and they are great, crazy that I have the ability to make them even more sensitive. I was also glad to see that Bowers and Wilkins made the charging port a USB c and not a micro USB because these headphones charge very fast, easily one of the fastest charging headphones I have had. Just as impressive as the fast charging is how long the battery seems to last, I have only had to fully charge them once and using them for two and a half hours still left me with 90% battery life. As someone who had virtually no experience with over ear headphones other than the very cheap old school ones, only in ear Bluetooth headphones in recent years, I was curious to see the difference and if the change would be worth it. Honestly, now that I have used these in several situations, I can see the big draw and why over ear headphones are so popular. The cushions on these headphones are so soft that I hardly feel them, way more comfortable than having to shove something into my ear and hope it stays put. The design and comfort of these headphones really go hand in hand because the adjustable sides help make these headphones comfortable for so many people. The buttons are also in a natural spot for you to put your fingers instead of having to awkwardly grab at the headphones when they are on your head. At first I was bummed that these headphones come along with their own Bowers and Wilkins app, I am not the biggest fan of having to download an app to go along with nearly every electronic in my house, however this app was pretty useful and very easy to use. Bowers and Wilkins kept it very simple and making minor adjustments was very easy. Only thing I would have liked to see was an equalizer function, I was honestly shocked that headphones at this price range do not have an easy way to make that adjustment. I know I could go to the equalizer settings on any music app I use, however I have not had to touch those settings since getting them just right for all the different speakers, vehicles, etc that I use. It would have been nice to just bump up the base on these headphones specifically, not on my app which then increases it on all devices until I lower it again. Very minor grievance, but for the future it would be cool to see B&W include a function like that in the app. Overall these headphones have been very enjoyable in all different situations, watching movies and listening to music in different areas, and I have been impressed enough that I would easily recommend them to anyone looking for a very nice set of headphones.
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Keep an eye on your home or business day and night with Arlo Pro 3. With no wires, you can install Pro 3 in minutes and view video directly from your phone. Spot unique details with color night vision, and see more in dark areas with the integrated spotlight. The advanced lens provides superior image quality, a wider field of view, and allows you to auto track and zoom on moving objects with clarity. Receive notifications when your camera spots people, vehicles, animals, or packages, and view live video or recorded clips directly from your phone, with 3 months of included Arlo Smart.* Hear and speak to visitors clearly with two-way audio.
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from Crystal Lake, Il
I have been using arlo devices daily for almost three years now and I cannot say enough good things about the product. Up until now I had been using arlo pro first generation cameras and I found the system to be very useful. I am fortunate to have never caught any unwanted or suspicious activity on camera, but I have been able to see deer, raccoons wreaking havoc, and stray cats on video, some while were were thousands of miles away from home. It has also been helpful to see who is home or not home, when packages were delivered and how much care was given with them, if the garage door is closed, those are just a few examples but there are countless other ways my arlo cameras have come in handy over the years. However, with arlo having years to make improvements and coming out with this new 2k camera system, I had to upgrade and see what they have done and I am glad I did. Before I even had the cameras turned on I was already seeing improvements. The method of charging is so much better now, if someone were to choose to run an extension cord and always have their camera plugged in to stay charged, this new method is way more weatherproof and trustworthy. I have also noticed that the cameras charge much faster now and last longer, despite doing more work and picking up more than my old cameras. At first I was bummed to see that they changed the original magnetic mounting method and that I my old and new mounts would not be interchangeable with old and new cameras, but now that I have had time to hang, adjust, and re-adjust my cameras, I can see how this new, redesigned version gives you a larger range of motion and feels more secure. I am also using the ball mount, however I do not like this mount as much as it is more difficult to thread the camera on and off, especially if you have your camera mounted in an awkward or high spot. And then it is more difficult to position, seems like when you position it and go to tighten the screw, the camera moves again or there is just play in general in the mount and it is just not as accurate as the magnetic mount. Not only that, but it requires you to screw three holes into your house, siding, soffit, etc, instead of only one with the magnetic mount. I would have liked to see arlo include two magnetic mounts instead of one magnetic and one ball mount but that is just me. The biggest improvement arlo has made though is by far, the camera quality. I was so used to the 720p quality of the older cameras, and seeing what they’ve done with 2k quality is impressive. Now all of a sudden I can actually make out faces, license plates, and other details in my videos that I could not see before. The zoom function is better, the wider angle is better, the coloring is better, the night vision is better. Arlo also added an LED light to the front of the camera that can turn on once it picks up enough darkness, or you can turn that function off and turn the light on manually if you are watching and feel the need for it. This was a function I never even knew could be so awesome but it does make a difference if you want to add some light and see something better at night. Anything relating to the video quality, there are improvements and I am very impressed with it. I have included some screenshots in this review for reference. Along with the better camera quality came the ability for the camera to be more sensitive, rarely had I ever gotten squirrels to trigger enough motion for the cameras to start recording on my old cameras, but now, I am getting 8-12 videos a day of just squirrels in the area. I know they are just squirrels but it does prove just how much more these cameras can pick up on. Once I realized how much more sensitive these cameras are, I had to put to work the activity zones function the app lets you do. For example, I have been getting a lot of notifications of activity on our front porch camera due to squirrels, but once I set the activity zone to be right in front of the front door where a person would stand, I stopped getting unnecessary notifications and less pointless recordings. It is a very useful function arlo has made. Going along with that, arlo has definitely improved the app interface and user experience. When I first downloaded the app years ago, it seemed glitchy and was too complicated, there were menus or functions I could get to several different ways, there was some odd roundabout ways that took longer and more clicks to get to something simple, but arlo has really improved and simplified the user experience and I love using the app now. Another cool tool arlo improved is the manual siren function. On my first generation cameras, if I saw something suspicious on camera and wanted to alert whoever was there that they were being watched and recorded, I could turn on an alarm but it came from the base inside the house. For one, if you are inside, it is very loud for you, and depending on your home, there's a chance the intruder might not even hear it from where they are outside. The improvement arlo made was having the siren now come from the camera(s) which they are guaranteed to hear and the volume for it is just perfect. I will say, the only thing that arlo may have gone backwards on is the audio from these cameras and in the videos. On my old cameras, I could clearly hear the ticking of our gas meter, leaves rustling in the wind, cars driving by on a nearby road, and nearly no static or wind noise, it was rare to have wind noise. The audio honestly sounded amplified and felt like it was high definition. With the new cameras, that crisp sound is gone and I can no longer hear the gas meter ticking despite the camera being in the same spot as my old one. No cars driving by either, just a constant fuzzy, humming sound in the audio that covers up many noises that I know are nearby. I am thinking the sound is coming from the camera itself as it sounds like a very close by buzzing. Odd that with so many improvements arlo made, that the audio went backwards. However the video quality could make up for the downgrade in audio quality. That really is my only gripe with this Arlo Pro 3 camera system, the system is nearly flawless and is beyond useful in so many situations. It is hard to put into words but I never thought having 24/7 surveillance on our home was necessary, we live in a quiet and low crime area and do not have a big fancy house that could be a target, therefore we never saw the need in getting a system like this. However once you get used to having the ability to see what is happening in or around your home at any second, you become spoiled and want the ability to see even more. Arlo has given us piece of mind we never even knew we needed. If you are debating on upgrading your camera system or debating on getting your first one, I highly recommend the Pro 3, arlo has done a fantastic job with it.
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Upgrade your sound entertainment experience with this Yamaha sound bar. The robust construction ensures longevity even with rugged use, while built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi technologies provide convenient wireless connectivity. This Yamaha sound bar (winner of the 2020 CNET Editor’s Choice Award) has a compact design for easy placement, built-in Alexa technology for hands-free operation and four woofers for immersive sound reproduction.
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from Crystal Lake, Il
This Yamaha sound bar is a great addition to any entertainment setup that currently only uses the built-in television speakers for sound. Once one starts using a soundbar and subwoofer for everyday movie, TV, and music consumption, there really is no going back. This soundbar was very easy to set up, the directions were very clear with good diagrams about routing HDMI cables. Once you download the app to your phone, you can connect your soundbar to your home network and then set up the alexa functions and sign into other accounts. The sound quality is okay with this sound bar, I have noticed that it really depends on what you are watching or listening to. And depending on what you’re watching, you have to adjust settings accordingly. For example, the setting that sounds great for TV shows and commercials, sounds awful when you start streaming music from your phone. I had to switch sound settings to music and turn off 3d surround for music to sound good. And when switching back to a TV or movie, it sounds great once the setting is adjusted back to movie or tv, and clear voice is turned on, and 3d surround is turned on. I also noticed that this speaker lacks in volume no matter the source or media. With my phone streaming music, my phone volume turned all the way up, and the speakers volume all the way up, it is still just noticeably not as loud as other sound bars in our home that have the same specs but are a different brand. Same thing for TV or movies, the volume number shows on screen and we have to go just about to the top in the 60s in order to hear it okay, if we just use the built in TV speakers we can listen in the 15-25 range so having to be up in the 60s we thought was pretty strange. We also noticed the base of the subwoofer could be stronger, again we have an identical setup from a different brand also in the house and the base on that one is just stronger. A huge plus that this Yamaha speaker has is the voice command function with alexa, it is perfect for those already familiar with using alexa. Our household is not quite used to it yet as this is our first device with it, but we are getting the hang of it with streaming amazon music and other options. I was not really impressed with the app needed for this soundbar, for one there is a lack of sound adjustments for this soundbar but I was hoping the app would let me dig in a little more and make minor adjustments but all you can adjust is the same basic functions that the remote can adjust. The app is very basic and it would have been better if no app was needed, and the remote had a little more functionality to it and a menu could be on the TV screen for any adjustments and account sign ins. Overall for someone just looking to upgrade from using their TV's built in speakers and are not too picky, this is a good choice. However if someone is a audiophile and is going to be picky about sound, this might not be the best option, I was a little disappointed in Yamaha with this one, I was expecting more from such a high end brand.
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Make the moment yours with exclusive designer stickers and frames for printing instant photos from your smartphone that are 30% larger than Sprocket. Easily transform photos into curated memories - perfect for journaling and photo walls.
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This sprocket photo printer has been awesome so far. I do have experience using a small inkless photo printer like this from a competing brand and I have to say the HP might have a slight edge over the competitor. HP has done an outstanding job with the sprocket app. That is the best thing about this sprocket printer in my opinion. For starters, the app is very user friendly and easy to navigate and I have not noticed any glitching. Within the app there are so many different things you can do to your photos before printing them. I have personally used the small, sticker photos from printers like this for scrapbooking and it is very handy. The possibilities are nearly endless of what you can add to the photos from frames, stickers, filters, and even minor editing of the photos. The ability to add so many decorations or designs to plain photos is awesome and I think could be appealing to a very wide demographic. This printer is also very sleek looking and the design on the top is cool. Hard to believe something with this small of a footprint can print photos but it is awesome technology. This printer is also very easy to load to compared to the competitor. The one that I used from a competitor had to have the top slide up and then pulled off before loading, in my opinion posing a pretty big risk of breaking plastic tabs. But this hp sprocket printer just simply uses magnets to hold the top on so it is a simple pull up and set down to open and close the printer for loading. The magnetic design is excellent! In my opinion, those are all the strengths of the sprocket printer, however I think it slacks in print quality compared to the competitor. Now I know since this in an inkless system, one can only expect so much when it comes to quality, but since I’ve seen better from an inkless system like this, I know HP could have done better. The photos all have a strange, sharp/pixelated look to them, almost like you cranked up the sharpness on a photo all the way up on your phone. It is most noticeable on faces, and less noticeable on landscape photos. I also noticed all the photos come out with a purple/magenta haze to them, now this could probably be avoided by editing it before printing, of course it would look weird on screen but might print better. Lastly, I have also noticed when printing, that even if you do not move the photo in the print area, just simply select a photo and hit print, never touching the photo, the photo does not sit quite right on the paper. Almost all of my photos have come out slightly cropped, a little bit of all sides are missing but this is not the end of the world. But other photos have come out with a white line on top, like blank paper for the first more than ⅛ of and inch, despite on screen in the print area there was no white line nor was the photo touched or moved. Just a lack of consistency in printing is what I've noticed, however still impressive that photos can come out looking the way they do with no ink cartridges at all. Overall this is a great product that can have tons of uses and be appealing to many people, it would also make a great gift!
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Boost your confidence with this Upright Go 2 posture trainer. Integrated sensors detect when you're slouching to help train your body for better posture in under 14 days. Use the device by itself or sync with the Upright app on Android or iOS. With a portable design, 30-hour battery life and easy-touch adhesive to keep it safely in place, this Upright Go 2 posture trainer is ideal for all-day wear.
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from Crystal Lake, Il
The Upright- Go 2 has been an impressive device so far. First impressions were great as the packaging was great, felt higher end, and the directions and getting started packets were very informative. Many devices nowadays come with a sheet of paper saying to download an app to get started and learn more about their product, and only that. But Luckily this posture trainer came with great information that helped me know about the product before I even downloaded the app. Speaking of the app, I love it! I have not had a fitbit in quite a few months now but what I really loved about my fitbit was the app, and the Upright Go 2 app reminds me so much of the fitbit app it's crazy. The user interface is very easy and simple to navigate, and the color scheme is does the opposite of distracting you. I was also very impressed with the Upright Go 2 case, not only does it look nice but it is very functional too. I love that it is magnetized to stay shut and the precise slot to hold a spare adhesive, as well as the notch to charge it while it is being stored, they really thought of everything. As for the product itself, it is different from what I was expecting but not in a bad way! I was picturing a device one would wear all day and get reminded every time you slouched till it was corrected. This device is more about only a small portion of the day, preferably a time of day when you are indoors, clean, and dry, for me that is after a shower but before I go to bed. Based on your progress it gives you a timed goal each day to wear the device in training mode, that is the mode that actually vibrates at you until you fix your posture. When you complete the timed training mode, it informs you to switch to tracking mode, where the device just simply tracks your posture and does not vibrate. The timed training mode at least for me has only been 5, 5, and 10 minutes so far. When I saw that it thinks it can fix my posture in just 5 minutes a day, I really started to doubt the product. But here I am on day 4 and I already catch myself being more self conscious of my posture even with the device not on me. The app claims that based on my age, height, weight, back pain level, etc, it should take 25 days of training to get my posture where it should be. Again, when I saw that claim, I had my doubts, but considering the progress I already feel on day 4, I am excited to see where my posture will be after 25 days. If you are looking for a device to wear all day, this might not be the one for you as the user manual mentions several times to use it on clean, dry skin indoors, so using this during the workday is probably not an option for many people. But if you are looking for a device that can gradually train you to have better posture without having a device to worry about the entire day, I highly recommend this one.
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Stay active while listening to the crisp sound of these JLab EpicAir wireless sports earbuds. The rechargeable LiIon battery provides hours of listening time, while the ear hook design offers a secure fit. These JLab EpicAir wireless sports earbuds are sweat-resistant and water-resistant and have different-sized eartips, which can be swapped out for comfort.
Posted by: Katie
from Crystal Lake, Il
These headphones are by far the best and my favorite wireless headphones I have ever used. First thing I noticed as I unboxed these was the attention to detail JLAB put into everything, starting at the packaging and all the way down to the functionality of the headphones. What first excited me was the case for the headphones. It is not uncommon now to find wireless headphones in a case that house the headphones as well as charge them, but this case is the best I've seen yet because the USB charging plug for the case is built right into it and tucks away when not in use. It is the most convenient feature I have seen on a product in awhile. The case itself is also pretty large compared to some cases I've seen but that must be where the 10+ hours of charge come from so the size is absolutely worth it. This style of headphones where it has the piece that hooks all the way around your ear, I never really found a pair that did that and was comfortable so I was honestly skeptical about how these would feel when used but I was quickly impressed. They are very comfortable and easy to put in, and stay in place well. I put these to the test while mowing the lawn, and I wear ear protection over the headphones. Important to note is the noise cancelling was great, they did well next to a running engine so they will be great in a gym setting or any other noisy area. While putting the ear protection on, the headphones stayed in place. I did notice the left ear piece would not sit as comfortably as the right, so I switched the ear piece to the blue foam it came with and they are honestly the most comfortable headphones I have ever worn once that piece was changed. Speaking of changing the ear piece out, JLAB did an excellent job of giving ear piece options to switch out to find your preference, I've noticed lately headphones are coming with less and less of those pieces but these came with plenty of options. Once comfortable and while in use, I realized how well these headphones sound as well. I am someone that really likes base in my music and these headphones met my standards. When I had them turned up nearly all the way, the headphones still sounded clear and great. I had zero complaints about the sound quality of these headphones. Another great function these headphones have is the touch/tap controls. It takes a second to get used to them and remember what function does what, but it is worth learning. It's crazy that just with a touch of a finger, so much can be done with a product that has close to no buttons. Overall JLAB has really outdone themselves with these headphones and I am seriously impressed with them, especially when comparing them to other headphones I have tried and they are well worth their price. I highly recommend them to any music enthusiast or anyone active and on the go, they will not disappoint.
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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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