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Features massive 50+ hour playtime, 3 custom EQ sound settings to choose from, over-ear Cloud Foam cushions, and pillow-soft headband with Faux Leather for ultimate comfort. The smooth-sliding metal adjustments and feather-light build give you the long-lasting, all-day comfort you require.
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4
A great new value option in true-wireless headsets
on October 26, 2020
Posted by: GadgetGuy1981
from Lebanon, OH
JLAB does it again! Great sound quality in their somewhat standard packaging in a new adult-sized wireless headset at a great value!
This headset is unique as it brings some of the better comfort and simplicity from some of their youth models, couples that with better sounding drivers and reliable Bluetooth connectivity and a new earcup design... The cups are shaped to more closely conform to the outside of the ear as these are an "around ear" design. This leads to a smaller form factor, a better ear coverage/fit, and in my experience, better comfort.
The headphones produce sharp highs and decent lows - Excellent sound quality for their price range, but noticeable muddiness in their midrange, but not more than most other Bluetooth headphones that only support the A2DP profile. If these supported a higher quality codec such as AptX, they might fare better, but they'd also cost more.
The rest of the JLAB build quality is par for their other headsets. Some might consider them kind of simplistic and 'plasticky', but I find them more durable than stylish.
For the money they are an excellent option.
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The A20 Wireless headset Gen 2 is designed to give you gaming audio freedom on several levels. Its 2.4 GHz signal provides an extended wireless range and with the flip-to-mute microphone you can easily choose if you want to be heard or not. Additionally, the headset’s long lasting comfort and battery life allow you to game through those marathon sessions.
Customer Rating
5
The best wireless gaming headset option
on October 26, 2020
Posted by: GadgetGuy1981
from Lebanon, OH
The A20 wireless has excellent audio quality and offers a comfortable, yet bulky design. For gaming I don't take any stars off for bulky, loud designs as its kind of the norm for gaming hardware, whether console or PC gaming.
I got good feedback that the mic quality was improved on this headset over my previous wired model, and the headphone volume and clarity is great. The headset is adjustable to a wide variety of sizes, and fit my large head well.
This headset seems to be one of the better I've used. I don't mess around with virtual surround settings too much nor have I dealt with many of the other wireless high end headset features, but if you're looking for good stereo quality and great microphone/chat functionality, this is your headset!
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Offering the ultimate true-wireless experience for any fitness-loving audiophile, JLab Epic Air Sport ANC offers customized sound and active noise canceling plus industry-leading 70+ hours playtime. Transition from gym to calls, work to a run effortlessly with features like wear-detect, movie mode, wireless charging and more.
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4
Excellent True Wireless Value buds with ANC - For
on October 23, 2020
Posted by: GadgetGuy1981
from Lebanon, OH
These JLAB True Wireless Sport buds have everything that a teen or casual listener need for a GREAT experience - Both in use, and in charging. There’s just one caveat: They aren’t for small ears often associated with teens and young adults, but work great for workouts for those who have the right fit.
The buds come in pretty typical JLAB packaging, and include multiple eartips, and a VERY welcome foam eartip type (similar to a COMPLY tip purchased aftermarket). These should make the fit process work for most. MOST.
The earbuds have an unusual design - It looks similar to other “ear hook wireless buds” but the bud itself is somewhat bean shaped. It does NOT do well with people that have shallow ears (a shallow concha) or a small ear tragus, or a passive antitragus (Look up parts of the outer ear for help on this). I had my wife and 3 daughters all try on these headphones (Ages 38, 12, 10 and 6.) Only the 12-year-old could wear them comfortably and even then she required the ear hooks to be positioned a good deal forward with the buds almost facing downward into her ear canal for a firm hold, but audio quality was still reported to be good.
The overall kit is a great setup: The buds come in a sleek case that pockets well thanks to its beveled edges and flat layout. The battery life holds up - A full case charge lasted over a week of daily use. Not all day, mind you, but several hours of use per day of music while working out or doing school work.
The case has another feature that (despite the fit issues on some youth) seems totally tailored to the younger crowd - A USB cable integrated Into the case! (Kids lose stuff that isn't attached. My only real complaint is that this ties you to USB-A connectivity to charge it wired, which is still quite ubiquitous, but a Type-C version should be considered on the roadmap as manufacturers of other charging things and laptop manufacturers are starting to drop the bulky “A” ports for their svelte “Type C” nearly-universal counterparts. None of this is critical for this year’s model though, and wireless qi-compatible charging is available, much like what’s offered by much higher priced headphones from the major brands.
The headphones are a very complete package, and competitive with the “big guys” - If you have the ears for them.
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Track water use with this Phyn smart water assistant. The included mounting screws and adhesive strip offer easy installation, and the compatible app lets you monitor water consumption and alerts you to leaks. This Phyn smart water assistant automatically learns your plumbing system and is compatible with popular virtual assistants so you can access reports and alerts using voice commands.
Customer Rating
2
Niche use case with unusual installation requireme
on October 7, 2020
Posted by: GadgetGuy1981
from Lebanon, OH
This version of the PHYN system installs "conveniently" under a sink and monitors pressure modulation in your water system to detect leaks or other problems across your home water system.
The system achieves this through sensors that are connected to your hot and cold water lines and in detection, certain water use scenarios are performed to help "calibrate" the system.
The challenge with this system is twofold: First, the calibration activity isnt absolute. The system will continue to calibrate for days and weeks and get "better" at recognizing anomalies. For example, my system has been installed for almost 2 weeks, and still falsely reports incidents from normal water use and requires constant education from the user. This human-assisted intelligence is interesting, but seems to be a great deal of work for the value and lack of accuracy.
Second, the system requires under-sink access to standard water lines, in addition to an unswitched AC outlet. This is an almost impossible installation scenario in 99% of homes. I was able to run the power supply to a kitchen outlet throughout my evaluation, but will not keep my current installation scenario. Someone with a basement/garage utility sink might fare better with access to hot/cold lines AND GFCI AC power in a single installation site.
All in all the device seems finicky and gimmicky and has very little opportunity to be installed in most homes without major electrical or water line modification.
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Print your memorable photos with this Canon SELPHY Square QX10 compact photo printer. The compact, lightweight design offers easy portability, while the dye-sublimation technology delivers quality quick-drying 2.7 x 2.7-inch prints that last for a long time. This Canon SELPHY Square QX10 compact photo printer has a built-in battery for cordless hassle-free printing.
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2
Meh. Does what it does... Niche and expensive.
on September 24, 2020
Posted by: GadgetGuy1981
from Lebanon, OH
The SELPHY QX10 is an OK dye-sub inkjet. Its small, square prints are novel, sometimes, adhesive-backed, and of adequate quality, but no part of the experience justifies the price of one of these units.
The cartridges and paper are expensive, the print quality is unremarkable, so I don't see the value. The target market for this is small and generally has limited spending power. I'm not sure having spent this much on the hardware such buyers could justify the upkeep cost of special paper and ink rolls.
In short, The quick small prints are "neat", but not worth the massive investment and lack of versatility.
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The Ninja Foodi Smart XL Grill is the Smart XL grill that sears, sizzles, and air fry crisps. With an XL capacity and innovative Smart Cook System, grill even more and achieve the perfect doneness from rare to well done at the touch of a button.
Customer Rating
5
The new standard in Multi-cookers!
on September 15, 2020
Posted by: GadgetGuy1981
from Lebanon, OH
Having owned several devices in the Foodi line, as well as an entire arsenal of Ninja-brand electrics in our kitchen, ranging from Blenders to coffee makers, we've been most impressed with the new Foodi SmartXL Indoor grill.
This thing has completely replaced our other air fryer/air crisper and added indoor grilling functionality that is both fast and mess-free.
This machine is also the CLEANEST working grill/air cooker we've used- I also had the opportunity to try the thermometer function, which is intuitive and very accurate. We've been enjoying the grill for chicken, steaks, as well as lots of lower-fat crisping of breaded foods and potatoes.
The device is typical Ninja excellent build quality and the inside cooking area is made of a porcelain coated surface that has easy cleanup properties. The machines cleans up easily on the outside as well, since the entire control panel is a single piece of glass with touch sensitivity. The fan assembly has a washable filter screen that catches oils and grease and keeps the fan and motor area clear of buildup.
This is our favorite new cooking device and it works astoundingly well. We will be recommending this to everyone we talk to about it!
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The Logitech Advanced Corded Mouse M500s with hyper-fast scrolling for increased productivity. The scroll wheel lets you fly through long documents and Web pages with a single flick. Or switch to click-to-click mode for precise, line-by-line navigation of lists, slides, images, and menus. Now with 400-4000 adjustable DPI for fast and ultra-precise cursor control.
Customer Rating
5
The quintessential wired mouse. A classic!
on September 15, 2020
Posted by: GadgetGuy1981
from Lebanon, OH
The Logitech M500 series is the quintessential classic optical wired mouse.
The build quality is excellent as is the case with all of Logitech's input devices, but the M500 series is their mid-premium range level, and the build quality here is their standard quality.
The build quality is excellent as is the case with all of Logitech's input devices, but the M500 series is their mid-premium range level, and the build quality here is their standard quality.
Button clicks seem durable and are clearly articulated, and scrolling has just the right amount of tactile feedback.
All in all this is a great USB-A connected mouse for wired use cases where a wireless mouse just wont work. I suspect a USB-Type-C connector version would be a great add to this lineup with Dell's XPS and Apple's MacBook lines no longer including any USB-A ports. Otherwise this is the perfect product (for wired cases).
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For ages 6 years old & up, The JBuddies Play Gaming Headset is a wireless headset designed specifically for gaming. With 22+ hours of playtime and cushion support for all-day comfort, these headphones are there for when the kids want to play games endlessly. A built-in, retractable boom microphone lets you talk to your teammates or store back in the headphone when you play solo. Compatible with PS, XBox, Switch, PC/Mac, and mobile devices.
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4
Great headset for K-2nd graders going remote...
on August 20, 2020
Posted by: GadgetGuy1981
from Lebanon, OH
I got this headset for my 1st grader who will be doing school remotely this fall. The headset itself is well-enough constructed, but don't expect gaming headset levels of build quality here. Its mostly vinyl covering over foam on the earpads and headband, with some hard plastics on the headband ends and caps over the drivers/earpieces. The plastics used are strong but seem very basic.
The headset folds up nicely for storage but uses TWO cables for charging (for wireless use) and for wired use (a separate MicroUSB>3.5mm cable). The use of MicroUSB here is expected, but disappointing as even cheaper headphones from competitors are starting to use USB-Type-C as a standard, which makes for much better universal connectivity and charging ubiquity
The headphones fit my first grader perfectly and she's got room to grow into them. The audio quality is excellent and the volume control is perfect - Although I wish it would allow to get just a LITTLE BIT louder as in noisy situations she struggled to hear it clearly and stay focused, even with the volume maxed out in the application and on the laptop, the audio was VERY quiet when I had a listen.
Wireless use is great. Sound quality is virtually indistinguishable from wired, good midtones, but my expectations around bass were limited anyway due to the volume restrictions (not a bad thing at all!). The wireless endurance is very good. My daughter used these for 2 3-4 hour days without running them down, then I charged them up again just to avoid her getting disconnected in the middle of school work. Thats plenty of power in my book and there's room to run them down further!
The built-in boom mic is my favorite part of these headphones. Its the best design I've ever seen for kids who fidget with it. When its not needed (most of their online learning is just audio immersion, with interaction/microphone only needed during teacher meetings/class gatherings online) - The boom mic being able to stow completely away in the headset turning them into normal looking headphones is HUGE. I love the way that works.
My only concern is the MicroUSB port that will likely wear out as its used for both analog audio and charging connection, and the wire frame for the headband and earpieces and how it SNAPS into place to hold the headset open for use. I fear these will be failure points at the hinges or the plastic clips/frame will wear down prematurely, but JLAB seems to build durable kid products so only time will tell.
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Connect to the internet with confidence while charging your laptop for the office, home, or classroom. This Belkin USB to Ethernet adapter provides convenient access to fast and reliable Internet connection through a gigabit Ethernet port and allows for USB Power Delivery at the same time. It's a plug and play adapter that works universally with Mac and Windows laptops and other USB C devices. Connect and stay powered while surfing the Internet or transferring data using this ethernet USB C Hub. Pass through Power Delivery of up to 60W allows you to stay charged while you work using a single USB C port and the included cable supports network speeds up to 1000 Mbps. This USB C Docking Station works with iPad mini 6th Gen, Mac mini M1 (2020), MacBook Air 13" M1 (2020), and MacBook Pro 13" M1 (2020). You can be assured it’s an adapter that’ll work seamlessly with your laptop. Package includes: USB C to Ethernet + Charge Adapter Specs: Width: 41mm / 1.6” Height: 14mm / 0.55” Length without cable: 40mm / 1.57” Cable Length: 130mm / 5.1”
Customer Rating
5
Perfect Ethernet adapter accessory
on July 20, 2020
Posted by: GadgetGuy1981
from Lebanon, OH
The Belkin USB-C Ethernet adapter not only works great, but has a simple compact design that goes easily into my travel bag and allows me to enjoy wired networking options wherever I go.
The adapter works great on Mac, Windows, and ChromeOS, so its perfect for those situations where a wired connection is all that's available or what's required (for example during a network set up or testing scenario). I was delighted to see Belkin include a USB-C Power pass-through to allow for single-port devices, such as some Chromebooks and MacBooks, to still be able to charge via AC adapter while connected to the wired network.
In my testing, speeds were excellent and the devices is simply detected as a Realtek 10/100/1000 Ethernet adapter. No fuss set up worked as if my laptop(s) had built-in Ethernet.
Highly recommended as with most other Belkin adapters. Excellent addition to the product line.
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Reliability meets modern multitasking with the HP DeskJet Plus 4155 all-in-one printer. Designed to save you time, this all-in-one printer helps you quickly tackle print, scan, and copy jobs with the 35-page automatic document feeder. Send secure faxes from virtually anywhere with your smartphone. With HP Instant Ink, this wireless printer automatically orders ink and delivers it straight to your door with up to 50% savings on ink (subscription required). Get better range and fast, reliable connections using dual-band Wi-Fi with self-reset. Set up your color printer in a few easy steps, then connect, and print from any device using the HP Smart app. The HP Smart app also lets you scan and share your documents to Dropbox, Google Drive, e-mail, or the cloud.
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3
Well-made all-in-one designed for value
on July 6, 2020
Posted by: GadgetGuy1981
from Lebanon, OH
I was impressed by the DJ4155+ from a build quality perspective. It was packed VERY efficiently in its shipping box, and is constructed out of very sturdy plastic that doesn’t feel flimsy at all. Previous HP AIOs have had thinner and more flexible parts, but this looks like it should hold up well.
Wireless setup was not an issue for me, but other reviewers noted some problems there. It seems to work better on 2.4GHz networks but purports to be dual-band – I had no issues when adding it to my 802.11AC (WiFi 5) mesh network.
There’s one design flaw – Its not a flaw so much as a TERRIBLE value decision. This thing doesn’t have a horizontal paper storage and loading tray – It has a rear top-load paper tray, which presents several problems:
- The paper is out in the open air when loaded, and subject to dust entry and damage of your paper stock while waiting to be printed on.
- The paper hangs over the tray, and can result in warped/creased/folded pages that do not load properly or print with poor quality/damage.
- The loader sometimes pulls more than one page in, or pulls paper in at an incorrect angle, resulting in poor prints and wasted paper and ink when these mistakes happen.
This seems to be the most glaring caution to buying one of these printers. The lack of a proper paper tray makes this hard to recommend.
- The paper is out in the open air when loaded, and subject to dust entry and damage of your paper stock while waiting to be printed on.
- The paper hangs over the tray, and can result in warped/creased/folded pages that do not load properly or print with poor quality/damage.
- The loader sometimes pulls more than one page in, or pulls paper in at an incorrect angle, resulting in poor prints and wasted paper and ink when these mistakes happen.
This seems to be the most glaring caution to buying one of these printers. The lack of a proper paper tray makes this hard to recommend.
To balance things out, this is one of the least expensive models from HP that supports Instant ink – This really makes everything better from a value perspective. HP offers excellent prices for 50-100 pages/month and still costs less per year than just a single pair of black/tricolor cartridges. The printer comes with a 2-month trial of the 50 page-per-month plan and the ink included will get you started on this subscription. This is the way to go even if you don’t print much – 50 pages per month is going to get you proactive ink replenishment and total annual costs under $40/year. Try just buying a tricolor cartridge for less than that! – And the Instant Ink cartridges you’ll get by mail are LARGER than even the XL variants of existing HP carts, meaning that you won’t be changing ink as often, leading to better performance during large print jobs where knowing you have the supplies you need matter.
Print quality was very good – punchy color on documents as well as great looking photos – The ink type used in this printer seems to do well even with high quality prints, but the top loading prevents prolonged use as a photo printer, considering how hard it would be to keep photo paper from sticking and jamming. I had this issue several times while testing it and I was using HP photo paper and HP Inkjet paper to evaluate it.
Scanning was great. Surprised to see an auto document feeder in this price range, especially considering that this is targeted to homes where more basic scanning needs are typical. It works well and didn’t have any issues in my tests. Scans are good quality and the scan controls in the HP Scan app are excellent on desktop and mobile.
Mobile and desktop printing was pretty effortless, but I already used other HP all-in-ones, so I was already set up with the right apps and software. Apple’s AirPrint is supported and worked with no problems when testing with my own iPhone and iPad, and the kids’ phones as well. Mobile scanning also worked great if your use case requires that.
For a sub-$100 class, this is a great printer/scanner with one flaw – No paper tray and a gravity-fed rear top loader. If this can be remedied in future designs, this is a tremendous value for home use. Instant Ink capabilities might just be enough to cancel that out for home users who don’t print much.
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The MR8300 Max Stream™ AC2200 is a high-performance Tri-Band router. Perfect for households that thrive on entertainment, it delivers up to 2.2 Gbps of superior speed throughout your entire home. The Tri-Band and MU-MIMO technology make it ideal for simultaneous streaming of HD movies, online gaming, video calling and supporting all of your smart home devices. MR8300 also grows as your needs do. With its built-in mesh Wi-Fi, instead of investing in a new router, you can expand coverage by simply adding Linksys Velop™ Mesh Wi-Fi nodes for seamless Wi-Fi everywhere.The MR8300 serves as the master router and must connect directly to your modem to create your network. Sets up in minutes with the Linksys app.
Can a VPN be installed on this router?
You can configure VPN passthrough in the web interface. I don't think the mobile app allows for configuring this.
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Enjoy your workout and travel playlists with these JBuds Air true wireless earbuds. Three EQ settings include JLab Signature, Balanced and Bass Boost to customize your listening experience, and the charging case provides 10 hours of additional battery life. Take clear, hands-free phone calls with the built-in microphone and Bluetooth 5.0 technology of these JBuds Air true wireless earbuds.
Is it possible to just use one?
The right bud works without the left.
The left bud needs the right bud to function. I find this to be true on most true wireless setups.
The left bud needs the right bud to function. I find this to be true on most true wireless setups.
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Velop with Intelligent Mesh™ Technology is an award-winning family mesh Wi-Fi system created to work seamlessly together. Mix and match nodes with different speeds to modify performance or interchange colors to coordinate with your home style. Regardless of shape, size, or wherever your Internet comes in, Velop can be customized to your home. Which makes it easy to add more nodes as your home and family expand. Unlike traditional routers with range extenders, each node provides a powerful Wi-Fi signal throughout your entire home. It continuously self-organizes and optimizes to find the fastest path to the Internet for seamless Wi-Fi everywhere. Individual nodes may be connected wirelessly or by Ethernet for fast, reliable connection. This is an ultrasimple and powerful system that uses only one Wi-Fi network name and password to give you seamless and secure Wi-Fi. And leading-edge security lets you block content and easily pause the Internet for dinner or homework. It works with all Internet service provider supplied equipment and speeds, and its simple app-based setup will get you up and running in minutes.
Is this Linksys -Velop compatible with Verizon Fios equipment? Everything does not work with Verizon - Fios equipment.
If Fios gives you a wired connection from a modem that provides IP service via Ethernet, these should work fine. The issue is whether or not Fios lets you disable their own wireless equipment, as you would only want the Internet connection from them via Ethernet/wired, and their wireless equipment either removed from the chain or turned off. This might be an issue if you use wireless TV receivers and other specialty equipment also - Check with your provider.
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Velop with Intelligent Mesh™ Technology is an award-winning family mesh Wi-Fi system created to work seamlessly together. Mix and match nodes with different speeds to modify performance or interchange colors to coordinate with your home style. Regardless of shape, size, or wherever your Internet comes in, Velop can be customized to your home. Which makes it easy to add more nodes as your home and family expand. Unlike traditional routers with range extenders, each node provides a powerful Wi-Fi signal throughout your entire home. It continuously self-organizes and optimizes to find the fastest path to the Internet for seamless Wi-Fi everywhere. Individual nodes may be connected wirelessly or by Ethernet for fast, reliable connection. This is an ultrasimple and powerful system that uses only one Wi-Fi network name and password to give you seamless and secure Wi-Fi. And leading-edge security lets you block content and easily pause the Internet for dinner or homework. It works with all Internet service provider supplied equipment and speeds, and its simple app-based setup will get you up and running in minutes.
xfinity internet range extend in house?
I'm not sure what your question is, but let me take a guess - You have XFinity Internet from Comcast, and you want better WiFi range than the folks at Comcast provide... This product will help, but will only work properly if you have Comcast disable their WiFi service and just go wired from their modem to your Velop/Linksys system. Should be no problem, I know lots of people with Comcast service that enjoy these types of solutions.
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Velop with Intelligent Mesh™ Technology is an award-winning family mesh Wi-Fi system created to work seamlessly together. Mix and match nodes with different speeds to modify performance or interchange colors to coordinate with your home style. Regardless of shape, size, or wherever your Internet comes in, Velop can be customized to your home. Which makes it easy to add more nodes as your home and family expand. Unlike traditional routers with range extenders, each node provides a powerful Wi-Fi signal throughout your entire home. It continuously self-organizes and optimizes to find the fastest path to the Internet for seamless Wi-Fi everywhere. Individual nodes may be connected wirelessly or by Ethernet for fast, reliable connection. This is an ultrasimple and powerful system that uses only one Wi-Fi network name and password to give you seamless and secure Wi-Fi. And leading-edge security lets you block content and easily pause the Internet for dinner or homework. It works with all Internet service provider supplied equipment and speeds, and its simple app-based setup will get you up and running in minutes.
Will this system directly plug into my century link router? Also, is the system compatible with the century link service? Thanks
If CenturyLink is providing you WiFI, this won't work - If they provide you an Ethernet connection out of the back of their modem, then this should work normally. If they provide both, you'll want to cancel the wiFi services of the CenturyLink before using this as it will cause interference with this solution. Tell them you JUST want Wired Internet Services and you'll provide your own WiFi gear. If that's a problem, they can help you with what you'll need to change/replace to make that happen on their end.
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Velop with Intelligent Mesh™ Technology is an award-winning family mesh Wi-Fi system created to work seamlessly together. Mix and match nodes with different speeds to modify performance or interchange colors to coordinate with your home style. Regardless of shape, size, or wherever your Internet comes in, Velop can be customized to your home. Which makes it easy to add more nodes as your home and family expand. Unlike traditional routers with range extenders, each node provides a powerful Wi-Fi signal throughout your entire home. It continuously self-organizes and optimizes to find the fastest path to the Internet for seamless Wi-Fi everywhere. Individual nodes may be connected wirelessly or by Ethernet for fast, reliable connection. This is an ultrasimple and powerful system that uses only one Wi-Fi network name and password to give you seamless and secure Wi-Fi. And leading-edge security lets you block content and easily pause the Internet for dinner or homework. It works with all Internet service provider supplied equipment and speeds, and its simple app-based setup will get you up and running in minutes.
I have Netgear Nighthawk router and extender. Can I just plug these in to boost my Wi-Fi?
These would replace your NightHawk with a 3-piece solution. Where your Nighthawk is a cool-looking, stealthy router and wifi hotspot, one of these nodes would connect in its place and the other two would go throughout your house where Wi-Fi is GOOD and repeat that signal so that wifi is good EVERYWHERE. If the Nighthawk isn't covering the whole house (mine didn't either) then this is the way to go for the best in coverage. I've used 3 Velop systems (I'm a reviewer for BestBuy) and they're all excellent and solving this problem.
5 years, 7 months ago
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Velop with Intelligent Mesh™ Technology is an award-winning family mesh Wi-Fi system created to work seamlessly together. Mix and match nodes with different speeds to modify performance or interchange colors to coordinate with your home style. Regardless of shape, size, or wherever your Internet comes in, Velop can be customized to your home. Which makes it easy to add more nodes as your home and family expand. Unlike traditional routers with range extenders, each node provides a powerful Wi-Fi signal throughout your entire home. It continuously self-organizes and optimizes to find the fastest path to the Internet for seamless Wi-Fi everywhere. Individual nodes may be connected wirelessly or by Ethernet for fast, reliable connection. This is an ultrasimple and powerful system that uses only one Wi-Fi network name and password to give you seamless and secure Wi-Fi. And leading-edge security lets you block content and easily pause the Internet for dinner or homework. It works with all Internet service provider supplied equipment and speeds, and its simple app-based setup will get you up and running in minutes.
Trying to find a system that works in a house over 4000 sq feet. WiFi extenders didn’t work. Have a Spectrum WiFi router. What router is compatible w/Spectrum that I can use with mesh system. Do nodes just plug in? Will be used for iPads and phones only.
For a house that size, I'd say go for the Tri-Band system. Also tell Spectrum you don't want their wifi anymore... Get a regular Cable modem from them and hook up the Velop Tri-band main node to that modem - Then plug in the remaining two nodes halfway across the house from the router and base modem - Don't put them too far or they won't get the source connection. That's typically the problem with extenders is that people put them where they NEED coverage, instead of where they can GET coverage. Once the remote nodes (totally different than extenders BTW) are connected, they'll bring that WiFi signal to the harder-to-reach areas. I have used/reviewed both the Dual and Tri-Band Gen 1 and Gen2 Velop systems, and they are the state of the art in simplicity and coverage.
5 years, 7 months ago
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Only at Best BuyPull in HDTV signals from local stations up to 60 miles away with this Mohu Beam antenna. It's 23 inches long and looks like a sound bar to blend with your home entertainment equipment, and you can mounts it on the wall. This Mohu Beam antenna includes a signal amplifier for clear digital reception.
What is the dimensions?
The device is approx. 2ft long and less than 6" wide. The total depth is just over 2"
The entire package weighs just 2.4 lbs - Its exceptionally light for its bulk.
The package also comes with 10ft and 6ft coaxial cables.
The entire package weighs just 2.4 lbs - Its exceptionally light for its bulk.
The package also comes with 10ft and 6ft coaxial cables.
6 years, 1 month ago
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GadgetGuy1981
Without you knowing it, cybercriminals can infiltrate your Wi-Fi network and steal your identity or invade your privacy by accessing your connected devices. Password protection isn't enough anymore.Engineered with multi-layered security, Norton Core™ intelligently protects your Wi-Fi network and an unlimited number of connected IoT devices such as smart TVs, baby monitors, Wi-Fi thermostats as well as your personal devices like laptops, desktops, smartphones and tablets against malware, spyware, ransomware, viruses and more.
I have dsl. Will this work with dsl?
Yes! Just ensure that your DSL provider doesn't provide router/Wifi capabilities on your DSL modem - If they do, have those disabled and ensure that you're getting your ISP IP to the Core router. If you need help with getting that, their tech support should be able to do this, or replace your modem with an appropriate one.
6 years, 2 months ago
by
GadgetGuy1981
Without you knowing it, cybercriminals can infiltrate your Wi-Fi network and steal your identity or invade your privacy by accessing your connected devices. Password protection isn't enough anymore.Engineered with multi-layered security, Norton Core™ intelligently protects your Wi-Fi network and an unlimited number of connected IoT devices such as smart TVs, baby monitors, Wi-Fi thermostats as well as your personal devices like laptops, desktops, smartphones and tablets against malware, spyware, ransomware, viruses and more.
Was just advised by Norton rep (have Nighthawk 1900/r7000 + Ubee Spectrum modem & current Norton Internet Security Premium) that I should "ADD the Core to my Nighthawk for enhanced security". Is this correct? So I'd connect Core to modem AND Nighthawk??
No - Your Nighthawk would be replaced by this. Trust me as I used to have a Nighthawk 1900 - This is a better router, supports easier QoS, and the security features on this device are better protection if you ONLY use this as your router. Also, push Spectrum for a better modem- Get the Arris TM1602.
6 years, 2 months ago
by
GadgetGuy1981