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Simple and unobtrusive, this small black watchband for the Fitbit Blaze keeps the smart fitness watch on your wrist matter how vigorously you exercise. Access watch functions including heart rate, GPS and even smartphone alerts without compromise thanks to the intuitive design of this small black watchband for the Fitbit Blaze.
 
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4 out of 5
4
Worth it
on May 12, 2016
Posted by: psyclopps
from San Diego, CA
I was torn if I should buy this product or the newer version of the Microsoft Band (I had the previous version and loved it). I somehow decided to go with the blaze after seeing it was not as huge as I thought. The product looks much better to me than the Apple Watch in my opinion as its angles are more natural on a wrist.
The interface is somewhat simple and it does very basic smart watch functions, but if you are purchasing a Fitbit product it is likely you are purchasing it for fitness features. For this it is great. You can load it with your most common workouts for tracking purposes. For GPS you need to have your phone with you as it connects to track your stats, but I have my phone with my anyway for music so it is not a huge deal.
The interchangeable bands are nice but they are too pricey if you want anything beyond the basic one. The best feature over other smart watches and more advanced fitness trackers is the five day battery life! This has seemed very accurate to me even with blue-tooth enabled and notifications on.
My Best Buy number: 0962208100
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Your household is busy streaming media, working online, and playing games every day. This Linksys Wi-Fi Router will expand your network coverage, send signals directly to your devices, and deliver a lag-free connection, even when you’re all online at the same time.
 
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Amazing (but pricey) router
on May 11, 2016
Posted by: psyclopps
I love this thing. It cost's a pretty penny but there is no better router out there. I have zero problems streaming 4K video while others in the house play games and watch Netflix all at the same time. I decided to finally keep my storage attached to the router as well, as the network speeds are fast enough to transmit files with pretty good ease. My main limitation is my internet connection.
I was surprised how large it is though, it takes up a good amount of space on my desk to be warned. My unit I received had a fault which caused random reboots. I called the tech support people and they offered to replace it very quickly on warranty with little to no hassle. Kudos to them.
Setup is extremely easy and this product it SMART. It can automatically update itself (if enabled). The 2.4ghz and 5ghz networks (x2) can all run simultaneously with the same SSID and the router will prioritize various devices, games or services if enabled. It seems you can only prioritize three through so that is a minor gripe as I would love to prioritize all my devices in order of most important to least.
Parental controls are included and you can set this up by individual device connected through the network once you log into the router. There are also very powerful storage management if you have a device connected to one of the USB ports. There are two USB ports, one USB 3.0 and one USB 2.0. I found this surprising that such a powerful router had a USB 2.0 port, I do not know why they did not put two 3.0 ports on it instead.
Documentation is included on the disk and provides basic information on the router. The indicators on the unit itself are fairly basic and consist of white, blue status bars showing the state of the antennas. There is also a glowing Linksys logo which shows when the device is ready to be used.
Aside from the size of the unit, I really have no gripes about the product other than the fact that it is expensive as earlier stated. But if you have the need for an extremely fast router, make heavy use of your network, want the best connection for gaming, or want to get rid of wires for high speed transfers once and for all, this is the router for you.
My Best Buy number: 0962208100
I would recommend this to a friend!
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These Motorola Buds 89658N headphones feature Bluetooth A2DP technology with up to a 150' wireless range, so you can move around your home while listening to music streamed from your compatible device. Noise-canceling technology ensures clear audio.
 
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Great value
on June 16, 2014
Posted by: psyclopps
from San Diego, CA
For $69 bucks, these headphones are wonderful. I was very skeptical on how they would sound but luckily they support Apt-X which makes Bluetooth audio sound pretty good. They are by no means on par with high end wired headphones but sound better than most ear buds in that price range. The magnetic clip on ear buds are very convenient when only using one or taking a break to talk to someone. They are also a good conversation starter as people seem to like the styling (in white). The ear buds feel a bit small so it was hard to get a good fit initially, they come with different sizes though.
My Best Buy number: 0962208100
What's great about it: Comfort, sound quality, style
What's not so great: Size, earbuds
I would recommend this to a friend!
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4
Great for the price
on July 30, 2012
Posted by: psyclopps
from San Diego, CO
7 bucks gets you two cd's full of audio. If there is one big downside, it is that it helped me discover new bands which I felt the need to purchase in their own CD's,
What's great about it: Good cd to discover new bands
What's not so great: Not all songs will appeal to everyone
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy enhanced gaming, Web browsing and more with this Sony Xperia Ion LT28at mobile phone that features a 1.5GHz dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon processor and a 4.6" high-definition touch-screen display with a mobile BRAVIA engine.Requires a minimum data service starting at $20/month.Early termination fees will be prorated, starting at $325 minus $10 for each full month of service commitment completed.AT&T Next option available. Learn more ›
 
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Amazing Phone, Amazing price
on June 26, 2012
Posted by: psyclopps
from San Diego, CO
I was trying to decide between the Ion, Galaxy S III and HTC One X. I was almost sold on the HTC due to design and speed but the dealbreaker was the lack of expandable memory (16gb wasn't enough for me#. The Galaxy S III was amazing but I didnt like the design #too much plastic# and the screen was too large for me. On top of that, the AMOLED screen on it hurts my eyes. I looked at the Ion with some skepticism as it had a slower processor than the other two #a Snapdragon S3 vs S4# and was still running on an older version of Android.
I played with the Ion and saw it had the most amazing screen of all the devices, colors pop and contrast is great. The 12mp camera puts out amazing images that I preferred over the other two devices. Audio uses much of Sony's expertiese on this field and sounds very crisp and clear. I was not a fan of HTC's Beats which is just a glorified equilizer. For the price, at 99 #now 59 it looks like#, this thing was a steal for what you get.
I wouldn't be worried about the Android OS being the last version as Sony has announced an update in the works to ICS 4.0 and has quickly been releasing this update to its international lineup. Processor speed is much faster than I expected and it runs many applications faster than my tablet #games especially).
The design is wonderful with a simple black front and an aluminum back. The rear edges are soft plastic and the top corner comes off to insert the micro SIM & up to a 32gb MicroSD. I now have a total of 48gb in my device, much better than the HTC.
Now here is the #1 feature on this phone. IT HAS A SIDE CAMERA BUTTON! I do not know why this is not standard on all devices these days as it is a must have in my opinion. I included some sample photos from my device from a trip to Arizona.
What's great about it: Screen, Camera, Sony media ecosystem
What's not so great: Android 2.3, Snapdragon S3 processor
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Learn more about Kinect for Xbox 360. (Flash demo) Have you ever wanted to play video games, but feel intimidated by the number of buttons that populate the controller? Kinect delivers an exciting new way to play video games, and the only controller you need — is you. Kinect gets everyone in the room off the couch and right into the excitement of the game, laughing, cheering and moving together. See a ball on screen? Wind back and give it a kick. Revolutionary technology includes body recognition that captures your body movements and mirrors your motions in the game, making you the controller. Prepare to experience gaming like never before with the Kinect for Xbox 360. Innovative full-body tracking technology allows your movements to be captured and reflected on-screen. Kinect lets you compete in exciting sporting events in a track-and-field arena, paddle down roaring rapids, pet adorable lions and tigers, unleash your smooth driving skills on fast courses or show off your slick dance moves — all in the comfort of your living room. Control your Xbox 360 with a wave of the hand or a simple gesture and easily connect with friends and family for video chats, online gameplay and more. Kinect is fully compatible with all Xbox 360 models, and the easy-to-use controls make it simple to get off the couch and get into the game.
 
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5
Amazing
on November 5, 2010
Posted by: psyclopps
from Longmont, CO
I haven't felt such a wow factor with a new piece of technology since the N64 came out years ago. It took a little bit of setting up and calibrating initially due to a smaller living room but worked perfectly afterwards. Those with larger rooms should have less of an issue. This is the first gaming platform which has even got my wife into gaming. She had a blast playing Kinect sports and Adventures. Voice control is a nice plus for the dashboard and works flawlessly. Makes for a good webcam if your buddies have a Kinect or Vision. Only hope left is that some more serious games will come out in the future, right now most have an "arcade" feel to them. The design fits perfect in the living room but the shiny black gathers dust, fignerprints and scratches easily.
What's great about it: Simplicity, ingenuity, fun
What's not so great: Set up, Game selection, dust/scratch magnet
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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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
Balanced Armature
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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ASUS TUF Gaming Laptop. Enjoy everyday gaming with this ASUS notebook PC. The Intel i7 processor and 16GB of RAM let you run graphics-heavy games smoothly, while the potent NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 graphics produce high-quality visuals on the fast 15.6-inch 240hz FHD display. This ASUS notebook PC has 1TB SSD that shortens load times and offers ample storage.
 

How many FPS I can get in fortnite?

Well, I didn't benchmark Fortnite but in Overwatch I was getting 150-170 FPS regularly
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eero Pro 6 delivers premium Wi-Fi 6 performance. The 3-pack Wi-Fi 6 system supports speeds up to a gigabit and coverage up to 6,000 square feet. So you can say goodbye to dead spots and buffering. Work, play, video conference, and stream from anywhere in your home—even when the whole family is online. Set up eero in minutes and get automatic updates, a built-in Zigbee smart home hub, and more. Powered by TrueMesh, eero optimizes your wifi to work for your space and supports 75+ devices.
 

Will every unit come with two ethernet ports? Can they be used for wired backhaul or direct ethernet?

Yes, each unit comes with two ethernet. I haven't tried wired backhaul but you can indeed plug them all directly to the router for direct ethernet.
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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.
 

Can they work independently? Is there a microphone in each piece so you can just switch between the 2 to gain the most amount of battery time?

Yes they do! Each earbud gets its own independent stream so you can use them exactly as you describe.
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Capture up to 1440p video with this Nextbase 522GW dash camera. Alexa enables hands-free control through voice commands, and Bluetooth 4.2 and Wi-Fi technologies sync with compatible smartphones for quick access to important footage. This Nextbase 522GW dash camera has ports for connecting compatible camera modules for easy expansion.
 

How does Alexa give you directions to your desired destination? Do they show up on the screen, or is this Alexa feature not available on this dash cam?

Alexa is present but it does not integrate into any build in GPS as far as I can tell. There are other devices such as the Garmin speak which combines a dash cam with Garmin + Alexa navigation via a skill but there is no screen on that device.
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Enjoy your favorite music through these Sony Sports wireless noise-cancelling headphones. The in-ear design ensures a snug fit, so you can jog or walk without missing a beat, and the wireless format eliminates the need for cumbersome cords. The Ambient Sound Mode on these Sony Sports wireless noise-cancelling headphones keeps you alert to your environment.
 

Two questions: First, 6 hours battery life for listening time? Second, Can you turn off the noise canceling to increase battery life in-between charges?

Yes to all!
5 years, 11 months ago
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Count on crystal-clear voice communication with these Jabra Elite wireless neckband headphones. Three-microphone call technology and professional-grade active noise cancellation block ambient sounds, and they come with different-sized EarGels for a customizable fit. These Jabra Elite wireless neckband headphones support Amazon Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant for voice-activated control.
 

What is the distance from mobile device?

I'm getting around 30 feet on mine. Their website states 33 ft.
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Garmin Speak™ Plus with Amazon Alexa is what you love about Amazon Alexa, now in your vehicle. Use voice control for hands-free access to music, news, navigation and more. Plus, a built-in dash cam gives you forward collision and lane departure warnings.
 

Can you please tell me more about the dash cam. Can it be controlled by voice or a remote button? Where does it store the videos and how can I get them? Through wifi or only sd card?

It is simply always recording. There is a separate app you must download if you want to view on your phone. It will connect to your phone via wi-fi but you can take out the Micro SD card if you want to plug the videos in to your computer. There is an overlay option which tells the drivers speed and a little more info as well. It also records in car audio.
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Garmin Speak™ Plus with Amazon Alexa is what you love about Amazon Alexa, now in your vehicle. Use voice control for hands-free access to music, news, navigation and more. Plus, a built-in dash cam gives you forward collision and lane departure warnings.
 

If maps stay up to date , is the system using my data plan ? Garmin & TomTom use satellites , what does this system use ? Does this system in any way use my data plan and if so , how ?

I did a trip to a national park using this device. It appears there are no downloaded maps as the moment I lost my data connection the device didn't know what to do. It seems it is always using your data plan as long as you are using pretty much any of its features other than dashcam.
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Garmin Speak™ Plus with Amazon Alexa is what you love about Amazon Alexa, now in your vehicle. Use voice control for hands-free access to music, news, navigation and more. Plus, a built-in dash cam gives you forward collision and lane departure warnings.
 

With all these features, Does it scan the road and next to the road for objects such as DEER ? If so will it alert you ?

From my experience, no. There is only lane detection warning and collision detection warning as added safety features.
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Simplify tasks with this 15.6-inch HP ENVY convertible laptop. Its Full HD touch screen lets you navigate the intuitive Windows 10 interface, and its Intel Core i7 processor and 16GB of RAM ensure demanding programs run smoothly. This HP ENVY convertible laptop has a 1TB hard drive for storing photos, videos and documents.Learn more.
 

Is there any way to do talk to text in tablet mode? Or make the keyboard swype at least?

There is no dictation function but there is a few keyboard settings that could help. You could configure the touch keyboard in split layout so you can use only your thumbs on each side of the screen to type. It takes a little practice but is useable when you get used to it. There is a also a "Scribble" mode where you can write on the screen and it will turn it into text.
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