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Connect multiple peripherals, and increase functionally of a MacBook with side-by-side USB Type-C ports with the Platinum USB Type-C multi-port hub. The hub is made exclusively for MacBook, and transforms two USB Type-C ports into eight ports. Premium space gray design compliments your MacBook.
 
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4 out of 5
4
Great and useful product
on November 11, 2019
Posted by: psyclopps
from San Diego, CO
This is an amazing product. It works extremely well, is well build and has all the ports one might need.
Product:
The product itself utilized two thunderbolt ports on the side of your Macbook Pro. I tested it with a 2019 Macbook 15” and it attached just fine. The product is not flush with the laptop like some competitors but instead uses a plug with a cable to the actual hub, the cable is not very far so it works well for a desk. On it, you will find 2x USB 3.0 type A plug, USB C x2 (one supports 40 GB/s the other is for power in or a 5GB/s connection), Micro SD, SD Card, ethernet and a HDMI port. When connected the height extends over the edge of the laptop by just a bit so if you like your products to look nice and tidy this might bug you.
Performance:
As mentioned, it connects just fine with my Macbook Pro 15 and requires zero setup. I do a lot of photography, so the inclusion of a Micro SD and SD card slot are great. With this product you get full Thunderbolt 3 speeds. I did not have a Thunderbolt external monitor to test it with (was using HDMI), but it should support pretty much any resolution you can throw at it over USB-C Thunderbolt. The label stats it supports 5k video at 40 Gbps. SD card transfer speeds were in the ballpark of 81 MB/s write and 88 MB/s read on my Sandisk card which supports speed up to 95 MB/s read. For an A1 rated micro SD card, I got 56 MB/s write and 87 MB/s so overall card performance was good.
In short, you should be able to connect all your devices while quickly transferring files back and forth.
The setup I am using includes a 4k HDMI Free sync monitor, USB-C external hard drive for backups, USB-C SSD external hard drive for photo storage, and normally a SD card for my camera. I did not notice a single instance of slowdown and all devices appeared to run at 100% speed.
Last note on performance, there is a label saying to connect type-C power to the device for possible improved functionality, with everything I had connected there was no issue so I assume this might be if you have full speed thunderbolt devices connected.
Cons / concerns:
I ran across one issue but could not replicate it. When removing the device while the laptop is powered on, there was an instance where the laptop shut down the moment it was pulled out and I was able to reboot it. I started getting in the habit or removing it only when the laptop is powered down just to be safe. I was a little concerned it caused a power surge. I cannot say if this was an isolated incident to my unit or across the whole product line. I am only deducting one star as it seems like it might be a rare issue and do the products fit explained earlier
Also, the product is a little hard to remove from the laptop, but it is a minor issue.
Summary:
High quality materials, great style, useful connections, seamless integration. Buy this.
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Portal Mini from Facebook is smart video calling with Alexa Built-in. Easily video call friends and family on their smartphones and tablets with Messenger or WhatsApp, even if they don’t have Portal. Enjoy an effortless video calling experience for large groups with Messenger Rooms, which lets you start or join calls of up to 50 people. Smart Camera pans and zooms to keep up with the action, and automatically adjusts to keep everyone in view. Smart Sound enhances the voice of whoever is talking, while minimizing background noise. Portal is private by design and all calls are encrypted. You can easily disable the camera and microphone, or block the camera lens with a single switch. Experience even more together with the ever-growing AR experiences library on Portal. Become some of your children’s favorite storybook characters with Story Time, where well-loved tales come to life with music, animation and immersive effects. Display your Instagram and Facebook photos directly to your Portal with the mobile app. You can even share photos during calls. With Alexa Built-in, you can ask a question, set a timer, add items to your shopping list, control your smart home and more. Facebook Live makes it easy to broadcast hands-free to family, friends and fans. With additional account activations, you can enjoy music, videos, news, games and more from our growing list of partners including Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio and the Food Network. You can also work smarter from home with partners like Zoom and Workplace from Facebook. Portal needs a wireless internet connection and AC power. Screen images simulated. User experience may vary. Additional registration, terms and fees may apply. WhatsApp is not available on tablets.
 
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5
Best smart display out there, I'm a convert!
on November 2, 2019
Posted by: psyclopps
from San Diego, CO
Overall, I ended up liking this product way more than I expected. I had read various reviews on the internet of other Portal products and most were lackluster. After playing with this for a few days with an out of state relative who has an identical product, I have realized this could be a game changer for me! Read below for a detailed review.
Unboxing:
The package for this 8” version comes in a box that is barely bigger than the product. Inside there is the Portal, a kickstand, the cord and AC adapter. Other than that, there is not much to it! The packaging is good quality and explains most of the features.
Set up:
It was easier than expected. I was dreading typing in my Facebook password, Pandora password, Spotify password which is always annoying on touch screens. Instead, you will be directed to a Facebook page which just asks you to enter the code displayed on screen which links it to your account. This also works for Spotify if you have Facebook login enabled. Pandora did require me to type in my password, but it was minimally intrusive.
Wi-Fi set up was straight forward and connected properly the first time followed by a day one update which took around 10 minutes to apply.
Initial use:
Upon setup, I called a family member who set his up earlier in the day. A simple command such as “Hey Portal, call xxxxx” will dial the person for a video chat. As soon as they answer, the video looks flawless so far as I can tell. Both of us have internet that is high speed but, on most services,, we usually see artifacts, lighting issues and more… on the Portal, there was zero issues I could see, video and audio were crystal clear and loud in both bright back light and dark settings.
A great feature of the video calling is that the video will zoom and pan around the room within the camera’s field of view if the caller moves. Keep in mind the camera is fixed in place, but it is wide enough that there is room to move when utilizing this feature. If the person on the other end does not answer, you can leave a quick video message which they can see on their portal or on their phone with Messenger.
Features:
After playing with the device a little more and messing with settings, I discovered many more ways this device can easily integrate in my life. I am used to smart speakers and have various brands around the house, but this one is different… in a good way.
First, there is a great story time app. It shows an interactive video of a story using the camera to place your child in the story book while you read to them. Next, audio is mainly featured through Pandora and Spotify, audio quality is loud and clear with plenty of range on all ends. It is by no means a large speaker so there will be limits but I have found it better quality overall compared to similar devices.
Second, there is full Amazon Alexa support if you enable it, this greatly increases the usefulness of this device to the full range of Amazon skills. The built-in app store in the device has a small selection but most of the ones available are very useful, it appears Facebook put more effort on quality instead of quantity.
Third, the screen is limited to 1280x900 resolution, but you would never know. You can prop it up in landscape or horizontal display which will stream photos from Facebook and Instagram (if linked) when idle. It looks amazing.
Misc:
The Portal supports integration from Messenger (best option), Whatsapp, Facebook, Instagram, Pandora, Spotify to name a few. I did not test Whatsapp.
For those concerned with privacy, there is a toggle on the top of the device to turn off the audio and video.
Families will love this thing to stay connected to other family members, I recommend buy a pair and send one to Grandma and Grandpa or anyone out of state!
During my testing I had zero issues with the device hearing me from across the room and accurately doing the proper command.
Summary:
I really can’t think of anything I would knock this device for. I didn’t want to love it, but it ended up as my favorite smart device in the house. Mainly due to its amazing call/video quality to stay in touch with loved ones, the great speaker and the integration of Alexa.
If I had to knock it for anything, I would only say that the Pandora login is a little difficult since the text on screen seems small and not adjusted for the resolution of the screen, but this was only with that one app. Everything else worked like a charm!
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy pure protection in the event of an accidental drop with this clear tech21 Pure case for Apple iPhone 11 Pro. A self-healing construction keeps your device looking like new, while the lightweight design adds little bulk to your device. Delivering reliable drop defense up to 10 feet, this tech21 Pure case is an ideal daily option.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Great iPhone case
on October 26, 2019
Posted by: psyclopps
from San Diego, CO
After a few days, this case is near perfect for my phone needs. I was previously rocking a leather case which had its pros and cons but I needed something better for work which this Tech 21 case is ideal for.
Unboxing:
Pretty straight forward, the front has a transparent layer so you can see the case with a slide out part on the right side to take the case out easily. The back has the product info explaining 10ft / 3m drop protection, antimicrobial protection, 37% plant based, and a self healing finish. The packaging is 100% recyclable.
Product:
The case itself fits like a glove on my iPhone 11 Pro. I got the transparent clear case which does an amazing job at showing off the finish of the space gray phone. It doesn’t smudge up too easily with fingerprints like some cheaper brands might do. It also doesn’t add much bulk to the product but the front side extends just enough over the front to ensure drop protection (on a flat surface) and on the back it just barely extends enough over the lenses. The corners have the most bulk, though it is not unreasonable. There is an interesting ribbed/frosted look to sides which looks kind of cool.
Of note, all the buttons are easily accessible. One weakness in most cases I have tried is accessing the “silence” switch. Most cases require you to use a fingernail to get to this but this case makes it easy to do with the bulk of your finger. Buttons all feel natural but the volume rocker on the case has a little “wiggle”.
A minor concern I always have with clear cases is when you turn on the flash. On these types of cases, the flash will often create a “glow” effect in the case as light also travels inside of it. It is a totally minor issue but can be distracting at night time. This case does a good job diffusing it within the frosted sides so it is apparent but minimal.
Grip is amazing on this case and it is not likely to slip off a table to take any damage from scratches. I am not going to try dropping my phone in it so I am going to take their word on it at being 10ft drop resistant.
Summary:
Great minimal case, got get one!
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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With BPM Connect, taking your blood pressure at home has never been so convenient. The device provides medically accurate blood pressure and heart rate measurements with immediate color-coded feedback on the device. BPM Connect synchronizes seamlessly via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth to the free Health Mate app, where you can see all your data history and share it with your doctor.
 
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5
Best BPM out there!
on October 20, 2019
Posted by: psyclopps
from San Diego, CO
So far, this product is amazing, especially if you travel a lot.
Unboxing: The product does not have a whole lot inside the box. It comes in small detailed packaging but inside you will really only find the unit itself and some warranty documentation.
Design: I have had previous similar devices and this one is quite the improvement. The body itself is small and compact yet feels extremely sturdy. There is a micro USB connector on the bottom (wish it was USB-C) and a button on the front to control it (more on that later). The strap itself is flimsy in a good way as it can be used to wrap it all the way around itself when not in use for compact storage. The fabric feels high quality and the “velcro” element is minimal as the sticky / fuzzy parts are minimal
Setup: It is very easy to set up within the Withings app. Simply press add device, select it, configure the Wi-Fi and you are gtg.
Use: This blood pressure device is the best out there. I say this because it solves a huge issue that most similar devices have… it can work as a standalone device via wifi once set up! You do not need to have your phone on hand to get it moving and you do not need any bluetooth get readings. If your phone is gone, you simply put on the device, press the button to select 1x or 3x measurement and go! It syncs on its own! Once your measurement is complete, it will show SYS/DIA/HR readings and allow you to select which user it is on the display. With one button this is controlled via short or long presses, long presses cycle through options. The only thing you need the app for is to see detailed readings and to change any options such as 60 second measurements or 30 second measurements.
I travel a lot for work in places with no internet, so the ability to roll it up, take measurements and sync up when I get home is priceless! If you need to carry a blood pressure device with you through the day or simply want to track this for health purposes, this is the one to buy! It also syncs with Apple Health.
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Vary your strength training workouts with this JAXJOX KettlebellConnect adjustable smart kettlebell. Six weight settings between 12 and 42 lbs. suit different skill levels and exercise routines, and the JAXJOX app lets you record activity data for easy goal monitoring. The wide-grip handle of this JAXJOX KettlebellConnect adjustable smart kettlebell provides comfortable two-handed lifting.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Amazing device
on September 28, 2019
Posted by: psyclopps
from San Diego, CO
Overall, I really like this thing! It solves problems, works well, has great tracking and looks cool!
Unboxing:
I kinda felt sorry for the mailman having to deliver essentially a set of weights. The unboxing belt the kettle bell housing, the base, a micro USB cable with plug, and a series of five weights. There is a small instruction manual as well. Use that to put it together to ensure you put the weights in the right order. After putting it together and plugging it in, it charges right away. Download the app to get full use out of it.
App:
The app might not be the best looking app out there but it is functional and works well with this device. It also ties into Fitbit and to Apple health but only one at a time, you can not do both. Use the app to pair your phone to the kettle bell. You can have up to nine users and you have to ensure the correct person is selected before you use it. It is not 100% clear if you don’t read the info but essentially, P1 is person 1, P2 is person 2, etc.
Use:
It works great! Select a weight starting at 12 lbs to 42 lbs in six lb increments. It takes about 3-4 seconds to set it up and the number will become steady on the display, then work out! The battery never fully drained in my use so it should last through most workouts. After checking my app, it all reflected number of reps and sets. This was somewhat inaccurate and I think form will affect this a lot. The sets count if you put it back in its dock to switch weight or if you put it on the floor to rest. I wouldn’t rely on it for 100% accurate workout tracking but it gets you in the ballpark if that’s good enough for you.
App integration:
I was a little disappointed that Fitbit integration is lacking as a Fitbit user myself. The device will pull all your data from Fitbit including steps for overall health tracking. It does not appear to write to Fitbit though so your workouts never make it to the Fitbit app. After checking Fitbit’s website, I never say mention of the JaxJox being supported so I don’t think there is any easy way to feed the info into Fitbit. As a result I switch the “activity tracker” over to Apple health. I really didn’t need to put steps into the JaxJox app bu tit appears to sync over to Apple health as the write permission are there. If you are an Apple watch user, this kettle bell might be better integrated for you that Fitbit.
Quality:
I am not 100% sure of the build materials as the website didn’t have much mention of it. It felt like a lower density metal or high quality plastic to me though. I don’t have any complaints about the quality though as it feels premium and durable. The base feels like it can take some abuse. The weights jiggle a little bit when they are inside the kettle bell but I never once felt any issues with it not being fully secure inside the device and was never worried about a weight falling out. There were also never any errors in selecting the weights as it caught the correct value each time.
Summary:
Great job to Jaxjox for a well built and very useful device. This is great if you have limited space and would like a single device to help with workouts. I would love some better Fitbit integration but I take away no stars for that.
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The reliable Brother HL-L3210CW compact digital color printer is a great choice for the busy home or small office. Quick print speeds of up to 19 pages per minute¹ plus manual feed slot accommodates varied printing needs and can handle a variety of paper types and sizes including card stock, envelopes and more. Connect with versatile options including built-in wireless or USB interfaces and print wirelessly from mobile devices. The 250-sheet capacity adjustable paper tray helps improve efficiency with fewer refills and handles letter or legal sized paper. Brother Genuine high-yield replacement toner cartridges help lower printing costs. Comes with a 1-year limited warranty and free online, call or live chat support for the life of your product. Prints up to 19 ppm¹ in black and up to 19 ppm¹ in color.
 
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3
Great for office work, has a few issues
on September 28, 2019
Posted by: psyclopps
from San Diego, CO
I wasn’t sure what to expect with this printer when I received it. It looked like it might be a great performer but it also looked a little basic from what I read of it. Here is how it went.
Unboxing:
The package is rather large. Fully packed, it weighted about 44 lbs. Inside there is not a whole lot but it is very will packaged. You will find the printer, a power cable, documentation and that’s pretty much it.
Set up:
When removing all the tape holding the moving parts together, I was surprised to see how large the toner cartridges were. You will find a Bl C M Y colors. I did some research and each cartridge provides around 1300 - 2300 pages depending on the capacity you buy. So even though they might be pricey, they will last a good amount of time over an ink jet.
After removing all the tape, I installed the brother software on my Mac. The drivers are on the Brother website and print software is found on the Mac app store. It was pretty seamless. What was a little annoying was the wi-fi setup. Since the interface is a single line, you are best trying to set up the wifi via a USB cable to your computer. If you do it via the screen and buttons, you will be working on that for a while as you need to press up and down to make every selection. Also, I might have missed something but it looks like the High speed USB 2.0 cable is using the older USB type B (not mini) printer size. I was just surprised because I don’t see these much anymore.
Use:
Use was a breeze. Printing had zero issues when the drivers and printer were installed. There are not a lot of settings to choose from when printing so it is essentially black & white or color. Be aware that there is no duplex ability. This was not an issue for me but for some office work I can see it being a big problem. I have never had an electrophotographic LED printer before so I was very pleased with the results. Text we much crisper then that on an ink jet and print speed was much better as well at around 19 ppm. Quality is essentially in between that of an ink jet and a full on laser printer. Text looked amazing as did simple graphics.
What did not look so great was photo printing. Now to be fair I only tested this on plain paper, not photo paper, but colors were overall washed out and I could see a lot of banding that was not visible on screen. Results might be better with photo paper. A positive to this though was the fact that the photos didn’t have any real “dots” that I could see like would be visible on most ink jets.
Summary:
I highly recommend this for small office work. For text and graphics, it is great. Speed is amazing and you will get lots of prints out of it. I take away two stars since I would really like to see duplex printing and a better interface on the device itself. I do not feel too bad about the photo quality as I do not feel that this would be a use for and office printer anyways. I would say 3.5 out of 5 if it were an option. So in lack of a 1/2 option, I am going to round it down to a three.
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Create nutrient-rich meals with this NutriBullet blender combo. The 64 oz. blending pitcher shreds tough skins, pulverizes stems and crushes seeds to deliver creamy snacks, smoothies and soups. This NutriBullet blender combo features a powerful 1200W motor that operates quietly, so you can engage in conversations while blending fruits and vegetables.
 
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5
Outstanding blender
on September 3, 2019
Posted by: psyclopps
from San Diego, CO
A great blender that fixes an actual problem of having too many kitchen appliances!
Unboxing:
Inside there was the blender base, the blender jar with blades, lid, two NutriBullet cups (one with a handle and one without), a tamper, instructions and a small booklet of blender recipes.
The product feels premium. The base is heavy and made of high quality plastic (it seems) with a great stying in a gunmetal color. Best of all, there are suction on the bottom! I found these to be the most fun part of this blender, though they do serve a practical purpose.
Set up:
Pretty straight forward here, simply attach things that you want to use and put the extra parts away. Normally I discuss pairing, installation, assembly here but this was as simple as it gets.
Use:
Our first smoothie was a strawberry banana just to try it out. Using a medium setting, it worked flawlessly easily grinding up the ice and the results came out as expected. This was using the blender attachment but like other NutriBullet, you can change it out with the included cups and blend it directly into that to take you drink to work with minimal mess.
Using it like a traditional NutriBullet is great because you can use the “Extract” while blending to ensure you get a great blend.
My only complaint of this unit was in blender mode, you have to take off or lift up the cap in order to pour out drink, it is a minor issue but a little annoying as other blenders let you pour with the cap on to reduce messes.
Summary:
It was hard to write this review because it just worked as intended, there was nothing really bad to talk about and nothing really amazing. It simply worked as intended and saved space as it replaced my old blender and my old NutriBullet. As a result I can only give it 5 out of 5 stars due to its great construction, convenience, design, and durability. Great job here!
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G915 is a new class of wireless mechanical gaming keyboard with 3 selections of low-profile GL switches and pro-grade 1 ms LIGHTSPEED wireless. Capable of delivering 30 hours of non-stop gaming on a full charge. Fully customizable per-key, LIGHTSYNC RGB technology also reacts to in-game action, audio and screen color as you choose. With a sleek, impossibly thin yet durable and sturdy design, G915 brings gamers to a higher dimension of play. Programmable G-keys let you create and execute complex actions simply and intuitively and the volume wheel and media keys give you fast, easy control over video, audio, and streaming.
 
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Absolutely amazing
on August 18, 2019
Posted by: psyclopps
from San Diego, CO
This is the first true gaming keyboard I have ever had a chance to use. So far, I am amazed on what I have been missing out on! I am definitely no pro gamer, but I am an avid enthusiast play most genres of PC games. I was previously using a business keyboard so going keyboard was a bit of a culture change in how I operate. A worthy upgrade.
Unboxing:
The box has your basic description of the features. Inside you will find the keyboard, a micro USB cable, a USB A to micro USB adapter, lightspeed dongle (USB A), and documentation. The keyboard came about 50% charged for me.
Setup:
Very easy to say the least, plug in the dongle and you can use it immediately. I recommend you install the G Hub software from Logitech first for full functionality. Out of the box you will get a cool volume roller on the top right of the keyboard and a rainbow RGB effect on the keys. With the software, you can customize pretty much everything. The light had loads of options (I like starlight preset), there are memory and “g” keys for gaming macros. They are conveniently located on the far left This is good but can be an adjustment if you are used to regular keyboards as I found myself accidentally pressing them from time to time. You also have a Bluetooth option for connectivity if you wish but you will miss out of the low response time of the keyboard.
Use:
This thing is clicky! I know it is advertised but was not prepared for the clickiness! It feels great to type on as it is a mechanical keyboard. You might annoy family members or friends with the clicking sounds so something to think about. The media buttons are rubber on the top and work well. There is a gaming mode button which disables some keys such as the windows key to prevent issues in the middle of a game, you can customize it in the software. The keyboard itself is very thin (minus the keys). So the keys appear to float off then keyboard as a result. The aluminum build is very durable feeling and looks great.
Battery life:
I have only used a few days but so far it seems amazing! There are a lot of factors in the battery life but the box says “30 hours”, mine came precharged at 52% and it shows I have about 71 hours remaining in the software (on low lighting setting). It also states at max change I should get about 137 hours. You will also see power consumption in the software with the “system” taking up 1 mA and the lighting taking up 41-9 mA from highest to lowest settings, so I recommend you turn the lighting down for amazing battery life. If you turn off the lighting altogether, you can expect around 1102 hours of battery but the letters on the keys are pretty hard to see like this if it matters to you.
Cons:
The keys can be a little painful to use if you have been using minimal “membrane” type keyboards for a while. I say this because your fingers will have to move more then they might be used to so just ensure you have a good sitting position set up.
Also, why does this thing use micro-USB in this day and age? I dunno, not a huge deal though.
Summary:
I give it all stars for being amazing in every way. I can’t vouch on how useful the 1ms response time is for gaming since I am no pro gamer but every advantage helps!
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Get peace and quiet anywhere with these Sony truly wireless noise-cancelling earbuds. An advanced HD noise-cancelling processor blocks distracting background noise so you can focus in noisy environments, and Bluetooth connectivity ensures easy use with smartphones and other devices. These Sony truly wireless noise-cancelling earbuds include a convenient charging case that offers up to 24 hours of use per charge.
 
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5
Best earbuds out there!
on July 21, 2019
Posted by: psyclopps
from Everett, WA
These might just be the best headphones I have ever tried! I will start with the negatives just to get that out of the way.
Cons:
- I am not a huge fan of the Gold/black style, I would have preferred all black.
The charger is a little large, not ideal for carrying in a pocket all day
An IP rating would have been nice
OK, now that that’s out of the way, I can praise these headphones.
Unboxing:
The unit has documentation, the charging case, the buds, a USB-C cable and 12 earbud tips. The earbud tips are pretty cool because you get two types, one set is a soft silicon and the other is a more grippy rubber feel. Each type has three different sizes.
Setup:
I used this with a Samsung S10. After charging which took a few hours, I took the ear buds out of the case and paired it with my phone with was fairly seamless. You can also pair using NFC on the case if wished for Android. You can download the associated app for additional control if wished. This will allow for some profiles to be set up on the phone.
Use:
These headphones are comfy! They are a little on the larger side but the majority of the unit is held outside of you ears so you should not see discomfort in your ear canal. I have only had two days to play with it but you can control the unit with touch controls on each ear bud. The left side controls noise cancelling / ambient sound. The right side contains call controls.
My favorite feature is one you see on the Airpods, each unit will work independently of the other. So if you only want to wear the unit on your left ear, then leave the right one in the case or go with the right earbud! According to the site, each earbud gets it’s input individually as opposed to some wireless buds which will send it to the right one which then relays it to the left one for example. These both get their own stream at each time. The advantage of this is latency, you will see very little if any delay when watching videos.
Audio quality is amazing! Not only is the noise cancelling feature outstanding, but they just sound good! They have that signature Sony megabasey (that a word?) feel to them and it was easy to pull out details in the music. I listen to a lot of emo, alt, country and EDM and each sounded wonderful. Battery life has been great so far and I have not had to recharge out of necessity, I just make sure to plug in the charger each night.
The unit supports SBC and AAC so I do not for-see any HD audio here but it still sounds amazing.
Go buy these earbuds, now!
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Featuring a simple one-time setup under the mattress, Sleep is a sensor that helps improve sleep quality by offering advanced sleep cycle analysis, heart rate tracking, and snore and breathing disturbances detection. Learn how to improve your nights with a daily Sleep Score. You can also create a better sleep environment by taking advantage of a range of smart home capabilities that Sleep can support.
 
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Seamless and easy sleep tracking
on July 20, 2019
Posted by: psyclopps
from Everett, WA
The Withings sleep mat is a great device that will help me monitor my habits a little better. I only have one problem that could be improved but otherwise, no issues and nearly a perfect product!
Unboxing: Inside the box you will find simple documentation, the device, a power cable and power plug. Not much to talk about here.
Product: The device itself is relatively small. It rolls out enough to fill about half of the bed (under the mattress). The cable is more than long enough to get to the nearest plug, even if it is a little bit away from the bed. The plug itself does not have a huge power adaptor if that is a concern. The product feels durable and high quality even though you are likely never to touch it again after installed.
Install: Installation is done through the Withings Health Mate app. The app has a simple interface and provides relevant data from all the products you might own in the Withings ecosystem. To set it up, you go to the “devices” menu and click on “install a device”. You select your sleep mat and follow the prompts to connect it to your app. It is pretty hard to test until you go to sleep unless you have a nap planned.
Use: Use is supposed to be seamless requiring no user interaction. You go to bed, then wake up and see your results! Stats that are tracked are duration, depth, regularity, interruptions, time to fall asleep, time to get up and creating disturbances. I was surprised the mat is sensitive enough to track your heart rate though the night (amazed actually as it tracks it though the bed)! It also tells you if you have any issues with snoring.
All this data is compiled into a sleep score and allows you to see trends through the week and month. I have only had it for a few days at this point so have limited data history but it looks promising!
Extras: I have not had a chance to play with the feature but the app / device is compatible with IFTT so if you have a routine set up with comparable devices, you can have it turn on music, lights, air conditioning, etc when you get out of or get into bed. Pretty cool if you are savvy!
Cons: My only complaint on this product is that it can only track one person at a time as it is only large enough to stretch 1/2 the width of the bed. If you want to track your’s and your partners sleep, you will need two mats. In addition to this, if your spouse and you go to sleep at different times and one is prone to rolling around, it might track the wrong person’s sleep results. You can correct this in the app marking “it wasn’t me” but it is something to be mindful of.
Summary: I find this device to be great in addition to a fitness device that does sleep tracking. That was my initial concern as it seemed slightly redundant. The advantages you get through this device are more consistent results / tracking, snoring tracking, and arguably better heart rate tracking in your sleep. If you do not like to fall asleep with a watch on this is a great option as well as it solves that issue by having a device you do not have to touch. Last, the integration with IFTT is the last great feature on this device as you can integrate your sleep into home automation.
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisThe last time the earth was ravaged, animals were saved two by two in a massive ark, peacefully sailing to a new beginning, or so the story goes. This time, we're not so lucky. With a massive asteroid hurtling toward the planet, a select few were chosen to inhabit modern-day arks — pods buried deep within the earth's core. You were chosen. You were buried alive. And you rose from the ground to face your worst nightmare. Hordes of mutants killing without a thought, bandit gangs wreaking havoc throughout the already defunct wasteland, a looming Authority seizing maniacal power and holding secrets — this is what remains of humanity. The world as you know it is gone, but if any world is to stand in its place, there's only one person left who can raise it up from the ashes — you. That is, if you can survive the Rage.Step up to the challenge and climb into the wasteland in the first-person shooter that flings you to the edge of the earth and the brink of extinction. Rage pits you against the odds in a desolate world in which you were selected for survival — just to face death at every turn. To redeem humanity, you must master a massive arsenal of exotic wingsticks, sentry bots, bomb cars and other powerful weapons and fearlessly wage war against the evil forces overtaking your planet. Fire through heart-pounding first-player shooting action, rip through the wasteland in high-octane vehicle chases and turn your car into your most deadly weapon — you have to play dirty if you want to live. Experience the mass decay with every painfully realistic detail with the id Tech 5 engine and Megatexture technology, firing at 60 frames per second to make you feel as if the world has crumbled around you. And when you take the battle online, the devastating action really does stretch around the world. You've survived the apocalypse. Now comes the real battle.
 
Overall1 out of 51 out of 5
Game was not tested properly
By skullboy88 from Los Angeles, CA
First of all the reason for such a low rating is that the game is not playable. Right out the box. Now, I have been building pc's for over 10 years and have sunk hundreds of dollars into my rig to play the most demanding games. And I do. The problem is that ID software sent out a game to the public that is not finished. Google, rage graphics problems and you will find a magnitude of arcticles about poor graphics bad drivers and other issues. AMD and Nvidia have been working for a driver patch but reports from many say they do not work to fix the tearing and poor rendering . People are paying $60.00 for a pc game. Dont you think it should work right away without having to wait for a patch?
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San Diego, CO
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October 14, 2011
To be fair, a patch has since been release which fixes many of these PC problems including better support for video cards and settings.
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Rock out during your workout with these Sony Balanced Armature Sports XBAS65 earbud headphones that feature water-resistant housing with a waterproof film to stand up to sweat, rain and rinsing. Balanced Armature drivers deliver clear, detailed audio.
 
Overall2 out of 52 out of 5
Horrid Sound
By DELienz from Delaware
I had pair of Sony Headphones that I bought a few years ago for approx. $50 dollars... Sounded Amazing, but I recently ran then over with my car... Anyway bought these assuming the sound would be similar and also compensate for my only complaint with my other heardphones which was falling constantly out of my ear during workouts. Turns out these are more expensive but that sound terrible. Tried changing the setting on my IPOD and there is no overcoming the lack of bass. I am a auidiophile and I do listen to music a lot of double bass and drums so bass is something I must have in a headphone. If that's what you looking for don't buy these. I'm confident cheaper headphones with the same quality sound can be obtained so I would not recommend these to anyone...
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San Diego, CO
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June 28, 2012
Balanced Armature headphones are designed to sound like the original recording. Most headphones these days are "dynamic armature" which are designed kind of like a hardware equilizer where bass is usually most important. Any of these balanced armature headphones are aimed specifically at audiophiles as they repoduce very true to original sound with detailed mid ranges and highs.
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Why is this computer so cheap with all these features?

Good question. The only areas I can see where they skimped out a bit are a bit in the trackpad and battery life. Everything else seems as advertised and it performs very well to match the specs. There is little to no bloatware installed. Lenovo is making some great stuff these days!
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Does this model have a fingerprint scanner on it?

Yes it does, it uses Windows Hello fingerprint which is very fast and accurate.
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Can it read audible audiobook from amazon ?

Unless you have an app that can "cast" audio then the answer is no. Amazon is much more integrated with it's own Echo. I own both and Echo is much better for this task than the Google Home. From what I can tell, Audible apps do no throw audio to other Chromecast devices such as Google Home.
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Simplify your everyday life with the Google Home, a voice-activated speaker powered by the Google Assistant. Use voice commands to enjoy music, get answers from Google and manage everyday tasks. Google Home is compatible with Android and iOS operating systems, and can control compatible smart devices such as Chromecast or Nest."
 

Does the Google Home have to be set up with your cell phone provider?

No it does not, it is a wifi only device but works great with any phone or device that has google play music or youtube installed.
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Will it work with Samsung SmartThings?

According to Google, yes. It lists Smart things on the box and website.
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If I have T-Mobile, will this phone work with it, or is it just for Verizon?

I have tried my Verizon Pixel with my T-Mobile SIM card and it works perfect. The device is actually unlocked if you buy it outright. I had full LTE connectivity in the Seattle area on T-Mobiles network.
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Is this version of Google pixel phone a unlock version and will it work in a country like Malaysia ?

I am not sure if it will work in Malaysia but I have used this Verizon Pixel with my T-Mobile SIM card. It is unlocked but ensure you have paid off the device to ensure it is not stuck to Verizon through a contract.
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How does the GPS feature work?

It requires your phone to be within bluetooth distance (in your pocket). You press run, it syncs with the phone and the phone tracks your GPS distance while the fitbit tracks heart rate and steps
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does it let you know if you have a call coming in and if so how far away can the phone be from the fitbit

It does let you know if you are paired via bluetooth. As you are using bluetooth, you get the usual limitation of 30 feet or so from your phone.
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How do you tell how many steps that you have

Two ways you can tap until you see steps displayed or you can look at the ring around the time display. The ring is a graphical version of how many steps you have until your goal.
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