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- First reviewMarch 24, 2014
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- First review commentJanuary 29, 2013
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The ROCCAT® Vulcan series of gaming keyboards have won an array of awards on the back of their design innovation and functional aesthetics. The ROCCAT® Vulcan 121 AIMO Mechanical RGB Gaming Keyboard is a full-size keyboard variant and features the renowned Linear Titan Switch Mechanical. A marvel of German engineering, this switch delivers the industry’s best in speed and responsiveness. It adds to a comprehensive feature set that gamers know and love about the Vulcan keyboard series. The low-profile design is engineered for comfort and to reduce typing fatigue, impressive durability and build quality thanks to its reinforcing black anodized aluminum top plate, and switch housings designed to resist the dust build-up that typically affects mechanical keyboards. Dedicated mixer-style audio controls, a detachable palm rest and per-key AIMO RGB lighting, round out a gaming powerhouse.
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from Florida
I was really anxious to use my new Roccat Vulcan 121 keyboard. The AIMO lighting system of this keyboard is stunning, absolutely gorgeous. Pure beauty! There is nothing left to ones imagination and its really awesome looking! Customization of keyboard color schemes and some individual keys with "Swarm" software makes all of this tweaking possible. I had no problems or issues with the Swarm software. You'll just have to download it and have with it.
Keyboard hook-up was a no brainer. Just plug the device directly into your computers tower. It's as simple as that.
Out of the box the keyboard has a real solid feeling and the braided cable is really outstanding! The cheap plastic or rubber cable is gone forever. This keyboard has extendable legs allowing for it to the tilted towards the user. It definitely makes for an easier typing position and is a welcomed feature of this keyboard. It also has a magnetic wrist rest (which makes it fully detachable), from the main part of the keyboard. It's designed to lessen wrist fatigue especially during long gaming and computer sessions. You should note that the wrist rest is unpadded and offers no "soft" protection. Since the detachable wrist pad is removeable, it offers up more space for those consumers who have a limited amount of desk space.
Keyboard responsiveness is keen. Lightning fast response time gives you a competitive edge while gaming. The keys have a nice tactile feel. Having finger tipped rounded shaped keys definitely has an awesome feel. The top of the keys cradle your fingertips.
I really enjoyed this awesome keyboard. In a nutshell, it is by far the best that I have ever owned and used. Titan Switch Speed is highly responsive, smooth and fast and in my opinion cuts the competition to pieces. Game on!
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Upgrade your daily cooking with this Instant Pot Duo Nova pressure cooker. The 8-quart capacity holds enough food for up to eight people, while the 14 one-touch smart programs simplify meal preparation. This Instant Pot Duo Nova pressure cooker includes a steam rack, soup spoon and measuring cup for convenience.
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
I've always had a pressure cooker in my home, which admittedly went mostly unused.
I really love this multifunctional pressure product. It is a slow cooker, warmer, yogurt maker, a pressure cooker, rice cooker, and a steamer rolled into one appliance.
The first thing that I tried was cooking brown rice. In my household, making brown rice was always a difficult task as it never seemed to come out fully cooked. Each and every time I cooked brown rice, I found myself with undercooked rice. Enter the Instapot! Perfect results were achieved both with white or brown rice. No more guesswork, just amazing results.
I also cooked a hungarian goulash (better known as beef stew). Super tender beef, nicely cooked veggies and flavorful juices. Pure heaven if you like this kind of dish.
I especially enjoyed the warming feature especially if I cooked a meal ahead to time and wasn't quite ready to serve the dish. You now have the capability to keep food warm and serve your dish at a later time.
This is a versatile product and fairly easy to learn to use. The product seems very well made, cooks fast and has an spare gasket. I felt completely safe while this product was in use, as its construction is SOLID. It looks great in my kitchen! You can also download a recipe app. This pressure cooker is high on my recommended list and if you're in the market for a new one, look no further. You'll be happy with this product!
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Experience versatile cooking with the Bella Pro Series 12.6-qt. Digital Air Fryer Oven. Air Fry, Dehydrate, Rotisserie, Grill, Roast, Bake, Broil, and Reheat your favorite meals with consistent results every time. The extra-large capacity fits a 10” pizza, 2.2 lbs. of french fries, 4 slices of bread, and a 4 lb. chicken. The powerful 1500 watt heating system uses High Performance Circular Heat Technology to circulate heat for fast, crispy, and evenly cooked results every time. 10 convenient preset menu options, adjustable temperature range from 90°F to 400°F and 24 hour auto shutoff timer with audible tone. Easy cleanup with the dishwasher safe removable accessories.
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
The Bella multifunctional air fryer is a sleek machine which I love. Its decorum fit well with my kitchen with its partial stainless steel look.
I had the chance to prepare many dishes for a family reunion with awesome results. I cooked an array of foods ranging from muffins, rotisserie chicken, fries, and vegetables. We loved the fact that taste wasn't compromised due to a lack of cooking oils, and results were fantastic! The real big hit was the rotisserie chicken which quite honestly was scrumptious. Having a drip tray was a big help when it came to fat drippings and aided clean up.
I also dehydrated some pineapple with amazing results. Having several included racks made it possible to dehydrate a fairly good amount. The dehydration process is not a quick one and takes many hours to complete. This unit has an internal light which makes for easy viewing.
The preparation of frozen store bought pizza exceeding a diameter of 10 inches is out of the question, as there is a 10 inch size limitation. Most store bought pizza measures in at 12 inches. On a positive note, you can prepare pizza bagels, and your own homemade pizza that's 10 inches or smaller.
The overall strength of the oven racks in my opinion was adequate, although I would have like to seem them constructed a little stronger. Racks are all coated with a non-stick surface which made cleanup a lot more enjoyable. A little trick that I learned was to line your racks with a piece of tinfoil. When cooking was complete, just throw out the tinfoil and you had pretty clean racks.
Even though this product has a capacity of 12.6 quarts, I would have preferred to have more available cooking space. It would have been nice to have an extra 2 inches needed to prepare a full size 12 inch pizza. Along those lines, it would have also been nice if interior space would allow for a larger chicken to be cooked rotisserie style.
Overall I was quite pleased with the very versatile Bella air fryer. Cooking was easy, less oil was needed or totally un-needed (depending upon what I was cooking) and desired results were good. The overall build quality seems to be good and I hope to enjoy years of trouble free use. It is a nice appliance and should be a welcomed edition to most consumers homes.
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Fuel your body with nutritious, fresh-made juice every day. The nutribullet Juicer Pro is designed for ultimate efficiency, and engineered to produce smooth, flavorful and delicious juice. With the high-torque motor and the power of turbo speed, this juicer can handle the toughest fruits and veggies with ease - no hesitation or wobbling here! Storage accessories are included to create the ultimate juicing system, this countertop machine lets you get juiced, get energized, and get on with your day.
Customer Rating
5
Juice On! Wonderful Juicer
on October 7, 2020
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
This juicer is amazing! I’ve never juiced and wasn’t sure where to begin. Thankfully the NutriBullet came with a recipe guide. The recipes are delicious and are combinations I would never expect to love so much. You do not have to peel the fruits and vegetables. However, you do have to remove the pits and seeds. The juicer can also make dips and nut butters and even smoothies. I have not tried it out yet but I am very excited to make hummus. The possibilities are endless!
The NutriBullet is well-made, low-profile, and very sleek. I plan to use it daily so I leave it on my countertop. It is easy to put together and take apart. The machine is surprisingly quiet for being so powerful. There are three speeds and certain speeds work better for different fruits and vegetables. The juicer is very powerful and is very good at extracting the juice from the fruit and vegetables. Very little pulp is left at the end of juicing.
I was expecting it to be difficult to clean the juicer. However, cleanup was so easy! The pulp tray and sieve separates from the main machine. I used the included brush to clean the sieve in the sink and it came out perfectly clean with minimal effort.
No more paying lots of money for fresh juice. Overall, I am very happy with this juicer!
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27" Full-HD curved gaming monitor with bold new design. Featuring 144Hz refresh rate and 1ms MPRT for smooth, immersive gameplay.
Customer Rating
5
Awesome Immersed Viewing Pleasure
on September 17, 2020
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
This sleek and ultra modern looking Dell monitor (model S2721HGF) is marketed as a gaming monitor, rated at 144 HZ. It has AMD Free-Sync Premium which is designed to ensure smooth on-screen operation/action which works by synchronizing the display’s refresh rate to its GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) to eliminate screen tearing and stuttering. This monitor will give gamers a great experience.
The unit operated smoothly with no visible stuttering. My monitor was coupled with an HP Omen AMD Ryzen 5 series gaming tower. I had nothing but smooth sailing with all of the games that I played. Viewing results were always reliable.
This is the first monitor I've owned which has a curved screen. I was skeptical at first, but after using it for several days, I was hooked. I had the feeling of being encapsulated in whatever I was seeing on the screen. It gave me a super nice feeling during use.
This monitor has an adjustable stand enabling the user to position the screens viewing area in virtually any position needed. It adjusts both up and down, and it can tilt front to back. As with most monitors, adjusting to the best viewing angle is paramount, otherwise what you wind up with are colors that lackluster and are unclear.
The power button is located on the bottom right hand side. I found that turning the power on and off was a bit of a challenge as the button is flush with the panel. I had to use my fingernail to power the monitor on or off. If I used my fingertip to power on or off, I needed to exert some pressure with my other hand while holding the top of the monitor to preclude it from moving on my desk. Ideally a larger power button should have been in the monitors build, which is more easily found, and an easier "push touch" force to power the monitor on or off.
There is no included manual with this product, and you can download a copy directly from the manufacturer by visiting their web site. I also enjoy a hardcopy of a manual in lieu of a downloaded copy, my pet peeve I guess.
Overall, I was pretty happy with this Dell monitor. The curved screen is really awesome, and it gives you the sense of "pulling" you into the screen! Its a really nice feeling to be drawn in! It operated smoothly, and handled all of my games with ease. Displayed screen colors were crisp, sharp and vivid. An awesome experience is in store for its owners.
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Say hello to the Chefman Multi-Functional Air Fryer with Rotisserie and Dehydrator Function handles any cooking, baking, or air frying task, creating the crispy fried texture you love with little to no oil. With the highly efficient rapid air technology and high-speed convection system, you can get even, crispy fried texture using little to no oil. Perfect for feeding a crowd, this Multi-Function AirFryer features a 10-liter capacity and 17 preset options - you can use it to air fry, roast, dehydrate, bake, reheat, and more! That means crispy French fries every time, from fresh, frozen, and even leftover. Interior lighting allows you to easily watch your food as it cooks. For best results while air frying, racks should be switched in middle of cooking. Accessories include 2 air flow racks, rotisserie spit and forks, rotating basket, rotisserie retrieval tool and drip tray. With this unit's 3-in-1 functionality, you'll save valuable cabinet space all the while reaping the benefits of its versatility. Removable drip tray and dishwasher safe parts make cleaning a breeze. With the dehydrating preset, you can make your own dried fruit slices, long-lasting dried herbs, delicious beef jerky, and more!
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
The Chefman is a nice multifunctional air fryer! The unit is a welcomed edition to my kitchen and its appearance is ultramodern with its super sleek lines.
I had the chance over the last few days to prepare many dishes for my family and we were quite happy with the results. We cooked an array of foods ranging from chicken leg quarters, chicken breast, popcorn chicken, fries, and an assortment of cut vegetables. We loved the fact that taste wasn't compromised due to a lack of cooking oils, and results were fantastic! We even prepared an rotisserie chicken which quite honestly was a big hit in our home. Having a drip tray was a big help when it came to fat drippings and aided clean up.
I also dehydrated some papaya and figs. I personally don't like the taste of fresh papaya or figs, but I love the results of the dehydrated fruit. Having several included racks made it possible to dehydrate a fairly good amount of products. The dehydration process results were amazing. Both the figs and papayas were tasty.
This product cooks with infrared heat, has many presets, and has an internal light which makes for easy viewing of your cooking results. It is pretty spacious and allows for cooking for many people at one time. I particularly liked the auto shut-off function as this is a great safety feature.
Our household likes to prepare frozen pizza, but the size of the air fryer didn't allow for the preparation due to its internal size limitations. You can prepare pizza bagels, but full size pizza is out of the question.
Oven racks in my opinion were flimsy and are not really strong. They were cumbersome when trying to insert them into the fryer, and you have to pay careful attention to ensure that they are mounted correctly. Cleaning of the racks was not an easy task, but when lined with tinfoil cleanup was so much easier. Perhaps a coating of Teflon would be in order for the racks.
Overall I was quite pleased with the Chefman air fryer. It was versatile and handled each cooking endeavor with ease and the results of our cooked dishes was great. I am looking forward to using this product extensively while preparing and eating healthier prepared foods with less oil. If I could have rated the product at 4.5 stars, I would have.
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Elevate your everyday coffee experience to delicious new heights with the Keurig® K-Supreme Plus™ Single Serve coffee maker. The K-Supreme Plus™ coffee maker is the first series of Keurig® brewer to feature MultiStream Technology™, an innovative new way to more evenly saturate the coffee grounds* in every K-Cup® pod. This technique extracts full flavor and aroma, so you can enjoy an exceptionally flavorful experience every time you brew. The K-Supreme Plus™ brewer brings customization to a whole new level, making it easier than ever to enjoy your perfect cup every time. Choose from 3 strength and 3 temperature settings, so you can have a stronger, hotter cup, or brew hot over ice for a refreshing iced coffee. This coffee maker also features programmable favorites, so up to 3 users can save their own individual brewing preferences. No matter how you brew, you can always enjoy 4, 6, 8, 10, or 12 oz. cups of your favorite coffee, tea, cocoa, and more – all freshly brewed in minutes. Choose from hundreds of delicious varieties of K-Cup® pods or brew your own ground coffee with the My K-Cup® Universal Reusable Coffee Filter (sold separately). The K-Supreme Plus™ coffee maker is travel mug friendly, and the large 78 oz. removable reservoir makes refilling a snap. And with a modern digital display screen and a sleek stainless-steel metal wrap, it’s a striking standout in any kitchen. *vs. Keurig® leading K-Classic® brewer
Customer Rating
5
Stellar. Coffee Barrister Quality!
on September 11, 2020
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
I've been a fan of Keurig for many years and I was excited to try out this newest edition to the Keurig family. I have always experienced great performance of their products.
This newest product is awesome, fast brewing, and kitchen stylish! Keurig has upgraded to some really great features such as programmable preferences for up to 3 users and multistream technology. This unit will remember your individual taste strength so that each user can get that perfect brew every time. My favorite upgrade is the multistream technology which brews your coffee as thoroughly as I've ever experienced. Your brewed coffee flavors will jump out at you!
Keurig has now put a handle on the water tank which I was very happy to experience. Filling and emptying the water is now an easy task. The unit has a very solid feel to it and I'm sure will last many years.
We have two coffee diehards in my household and we love the results of the brewed coffee. We brew lots of coffee during the early morning and afternoons. Coffee is always hot and great aromas permeate throughout our home. We have experienced nothing but stellar results no matter which blends we use. This is a superb coffee making machine! This product is high on my recommended list.
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Meet Pixel 4a, the helpful Google phone at a helpful price. It comes packed with all the things you want in a phone, for a lot less than you’d expect.
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
The Google Pixel 4A smartphone enters the market as a medium level device with a good price point. It is a decent phone, and its price is two thirds less than my current smart phone. It does lack some high end features such as facial recognition, water resistance, wireless charging, but it does have a fingerprint sensor. The fingerprint sensor comes in real handy with the COVID-19 pandemic as face recognition on phones fail to work when someone is wearing a mask.
I was pleasantly surprised with its performance and it operated as advertised. It flawlessly navigated and switched between programs. There was no perceived bog-down or slow performance. The phone has some really cool features which I haven't seen before, such as Astrophotography, and Live Caption.
The Pixel 4A has a feature known as Astrophotography which is awesome. You can photograph the stars due to its long exposure feature capability, but you will need to utilize a tripod to stabilize the phone during this mode. You also have a dual exposure control allowing for the user to separately control shadows and picture highlights. This feature is particularly handy allowing for the tweaking of brightness settings.
Google boasts an all day battery capability. To me it comes down to what type of usage you put your device through. The heavier the application drainage, the quicker your battery discharges. I found that putting the device through normal everyday tasks left me with quite a bit of battery charge at the end of the day. Google indicates that this phone has an adaptive battery which supposedly learns from your daily phone usage making battery life more efficient. The adaptive battery learns as you use your device, and it powers down programs which you never or rarely utilize, whereby saving battery life.
The phone is advertised as a 4G LTE device. Frankly I was surprised that the device was not 5G LTE capable. With the advancement of all of the 5G networks, it would have been nice if this device was 5G capable.
Security is enhanced with a Titan M chip This provides for your phones security. I honestly don't know how it works, but any enhanced security features is always a welcomed edition. Google indicates they supply 3 years of the operating system and security updates, after that, its anyone's guess.
Live Caption was tested during my use with this phone. I for one, have never heard of this feature. During your phone calls, you have to option to have this device capture audio from your conversation and generate captions from the speech that it hears and recognizes. It did a surprisingly good job.
Live Caption was tested during my use with this phone. I for one, have never heard of this feature. During your phone calls, you have to option to have this device capture audio from your conversation and generate captions from the speech that it hears and recognizes. It did a surprisingly good job.
Google assistant is similar to the "Siri" but takes it a step forward. Depending upon the question asked, you can follow-up with an additional question that was related to the original question. It is a very useful item and I'm sure you'll have a lot of fun with this feature.
The phones camera was great. Colors were true to life, and having a low light capability was awesome. I did a side by side comparison of pictures with my "costly smart phone" and honestly I did not see any differences. The Pixel did a great job of image capturing.
PROS
Astrophotography and lowlight capabilities
Good amount of storage 128 Gigabytes
Good camera quality
Good battery life
Fingerprint sensor
Live caption
Google Assistant
Astrophotography and lowlight capabilities
Good amount of storage 128 Gigabytes
Good camera quality
Good battery life
Fingerprint sensor
Live caption
Google Assistant
CONS
Wireless technology is capped at 4G LTE
No face scanner
No wireless charging
No water resistance
Wireless technology is capped at 4G LTE
No face scanner
No wireless charging
No water resistance
Although this device lacks some high end features that I have become accustomed to, I can honestly get along without these features. The operation of the phone was generally good, and is packed with some really exciting features guaranteed to entertain. If you are looking for a decent phone that won't break the bank, look no further. The Google Pixel 4A is really fun phone to own and it should make you a happy consumer.
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All the Power You Expect, without the Cord. Go where ambition takes you with the Cordless Hand Mixer from KitchenAid. Designed with a powerful rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery, the new cordless hand mixer delivers optimal run time and performance, so you can cook wherever*, whatever, and however you choose. Make up to 200 cookies on a full charge.***Indoor use only. **Based on 4 batches of chocolate chip cookies.
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
KitchenAid products are the standard that all other companies are measured against. This mixer is second to none!
This handheld mixer is awesome. It is stylish, compact, portable, and cord free. It packs plenty of mixing power for a handheld unit, which for my use was outstanding.
So far I've used this mixer in the preparation of pancakes, cookie dough, and muffins with outstanding results. It handled the thorough mixing of ingredients with relative ease with no bog-downs. Run-times were good with plenty of battery life to spare. The only item that I hadn't tested this mixer on was dough mixtures for bread or pizza.
One of the best things about this mixer is not being tethered to an electric outlet. You're free to move about the kitchen and you'll definitely enjoy the extra mobility. How sweet is that! Another great feature is the fact that you can place the unit in an upright position when not in use. You no longer have to place the mixer flat on a plate in between your mixing routine.
This mixer in my opinion is a good addition to ones household. It is excellent for light mixing tasks and performed well. A great product which is a good fit for my home. I'm really satisfied with this product, after all its a KitchenAid!
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Designed to make printing easier for the whole family, the HP ENVY 6055 all-in-one printer lets everyone print, scan, and copy everyday documents, schoolwork, borderless photos and more. This wireless picture printer can order ink for you and deliver it to your door with up to 50% savings on ink using the HP Instant Ink delivery service, so you can print high-quality documents and photos when you need them (subscription required). Set up, and connect the all-in-one printer to your family's mobile devices in a few easy steps for remote scanning and sharing using the HP Smart app. And keep connected, and reduce interruptions with self-healing Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0 technology. Prints up to 10 ISO ppm* in black and up to 7 ppm* in color.
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
The HP Envoy 6055 printer is stylish, sleek, modern looking, wireless and compact. It is capable of scanning, copying and printing in both color and black and white.
The printer was super easy to set up, and I encountered no problems. I use this printer with my Windows 10 desktop computer as well as my IPhone XS. The printer is supplied with ink so you don't have to run out and purchase any.
During my testing of this printer, I put it through the paces of printing documents as well as some of my favorite photographs. I found printed copies to be crisp and clear with true to life colors all of which having no visible smudges. Printing speed was average as compared to other printers that I have owned and utilized in the past.
During my testing of this printer, I put it through the paces of printing documents as well as some of my favorite photographs. I found printed copies to be crisp and clear with true to life colors all of which having no visible smudges. Printing speed was average as compared to other printers that I have owned and utilized in the past.
Pros:
****All-in one printer which copies, scans and prints.
****All-in one printer which copies, scans and prints.
****Fast and easy set up.
****Nice quality color and black and white prints.
****No compatibility problems with my Windows 10 operating system, and my IPhone XS.
Cons:
**** No automatic feed option.
Overall, I am very happy with the printer. It's pretty quiet and handled all of my printing jobs with ease. This is a awesome printer for home use and performed well for its price point. I didn't experience any paper-jams during my daily use. The output quality of this printer is great, with crisp clean prints being the norm. I definitely recommend this printer for your everyday print jobs. I was quite pleased with this product and you should be also!
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Nikon AF-S VR Zoom-Nikkor 70–300mm f/4.5–5.6G IF-ED Telephoto Zoom Lens: Leave the tripod at home and create stunning still images and HD videos from any distance with this Nikon telephoto zoom lens. The versatile focal length allows you to capture intricately detailed photos of sports events, wildlife and distant scenery. Vibration reduction technology reduces blur caused by camera shake for crystal clear handheld photos and action shots.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5This is a must have lens!
By grammylovestodance
from Western Ohio
I love this lens, it works perfect with my Nikon D800 and barely comes off my camera!
WesternSky
Florida
Nikon 70-300 MM AFS
January 29, 2013
Purchased this lens about 18 months ago for my Nikon D7000. Lens is very fast with focusing, and takes great shots. It has never disappointed me. Great for wildlife, zoos, everglades, sports events, etc. Buy it!
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Browse the internet or play your favorite apps on this Acer tablet. It runs on an Android operating system and is powered by a quad-core 64-bit processor for full functionality. Google Mobile Services and Microsoft Office Suite are preloaded on this Acer tablet for out-of-the-box work or play capabilities, and DTS-HD Premium Sound lets you enjoy videos.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Dynamite Tablet
By WesternSky
The Acer Tablet is an absolute delight. This is my fist experience with a tablet and what a nice surprise. My whole family doesn't want to put it down! The processor is fast, doesn't get hot even after extended periods of use and does most everything my home computer does. The tablet keyboard is very responsive and has a great feel to it. So far battery life has been amazing. Lots of use with SKYPE, emails, and internet browsing and battery life indicates plenty of charge. Having a great battery life will make you very happy. The tablet is very lightweight and has a great color display. The Acer tablet is very simple to operate, which is another plus. I am totally satisfied and very happy to own this product. This is an overall great tablet. Buy one.
WesternSky
Florida
Not so dynamite
December 14, 2016
I have to honestly put some updates to my review of this item. One or two days after the posting of my review this tablet become inoperable. Acer customer service had me factory reset this tablet. That option did not solve the problem. I had to ship this tablet back to Acer for repair. Tablet was received back from repair and the tablet once again is is need of repair after 6 days of use. Tablet has a sluggish response time, does not respond to Google search normally, stumbles when switching programs, and the list goes on. Asked Acer to replace this detective unit, as their customer service wants me to send it in for repairs once again! This unit has no reliability and consumers should be very careful. What an inconvenience as this tablet has less than three weeks use on it and now needs another repair. My five star rating of this unit should be changed to one star. The only positive for this tablet is battery life. I am very, very disappointed with this unit.
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Concoct a variety of coffee-based beverages with this combination DeLonghi coffee maker and espresso machine. Its cappuccino system easily prepares perfectly frothed coffee, and its 24-hour programmable timer lets you make up to 10 cups of brew on your schedule. This DeLonghi coffee maker and espresso machine also makes lattes and hot chocolate.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Coffee Drinkers Heaven
By WesternSky
from Florida
Our home is a coffee drinkers paradise, so the receipt of the DeLonghi was highly anticipated and welcomed. This household consumes at least 16 cups of coffee per day, which does not include the consumption of Cuban Coffee (Turkish/Greek Coffee as others call it) which is currently brewed through non-conventional means. What is meant by that is that Cuban/Turkish/Greek Coffee is not made with a specialty "coffee maker".
The DeLonghi is designed for the brewing of a variety of coffee-based beverages such as American Coffee, Espresso, Cappuccino, Lattes, Hot Chocolate, as well as Cuban/Turkish and Greek coffees. It's cappuccino system easily prepares perfectly frothed coffee, and its 24-hour programmable timer lets you make up to 10 cups of your favorite brew on your personalized schedule. Great news for those users that like the option of using and brewing specialized coffees with ESE pods, as this machines allows for the use of them.
The DeLonghi has a quite a few niceties (some of which I will mention here, and others later on in my review), such as auto shut-off which promotes safe operation. This feature will turn your machine off after 2 hours. The unit has water filtration which helps you achieve that perfect cup of coffee. Also standard with this unit is a cup warmer. NICE touch!
This unit has a removable water tank which allows for easy refilling for when making Espresso, Cappuccino, Cuban, and Greek/Turkish coffee. Just detach the water tank and fill it underneath your kitchen sink faucet. YES! It should be noted the the drip coffee maker has a separate water supply which is not removable. This means that you have to fill the water tank by adding water via a pull out assembly that harbors that coffee filter housing. Noteworthy is the fact that the DeLonghi does not have that "plastic smell " which is almost always present in new coffee makers. Thank Goodness! A word concerning the coffee filter. The unit comes with a permanent metal mesh filter, meaning that you can throw out your paper filters! No more fumbling at 6:00 am trying to separate a paper coffee filter from that multi-pack! There is a removable drip tray keeps your counter tops nice and clean.The drip tray has a hidden "float" and when the water level get too high, the "tip" of the float sticks out through the grill which alerts you to spill out the excess water. This is very cool. This unit also comes with a cup warming surface located on-top of the machine. This is real nice, as many coffee drinkers are located in cold climates and the extra hand warmth feels nice.
The Delonghi comes with a professional style filter holders, both small and large. The filter holder has a very tight fit when attached to the unit. This is a must, as your Espresso and Cappuccinos are brewed under pressure. You certainly don't want a loose fit when brewing your favorites. A word about brewing American Coffee. The DeLonghi has a setting 1- 4 cups which allows for the slow brewing of your coffee. This setting allows the water to slowly be dripped onto the coffee grounds making for stronger coffee. If you have never had a unit with this option, you are in for a treat as they really work. I am not going to provide a review as to the taste of the coffee, lattes, etc as every ones taste is personal. The DeLonghi worked as advertised, and there are no complaints here. Enjoy your coffee.
The DeLonghi is designed for the brewing of a variety of coffee-based beverages such as American Coffee, Espresso, Cappuccino, Lattes, Hot Chocolate, as well as Cuban/Turkish and Greek coffees. It's cappuccino system easily prepares perfectly frothed coffee, and its 24-hour programmable timer lets you make up to 10 cups of your favorite brew on your personalized schedule. Great news for those users that like the option of using and brewing specialized coffees with ESE pods, as this machines allows for the use of them.
The DeLonghi has a quite a few niceties (some of which I will mention here, and others later on in my review), such as auto shut-off which promotes safe operation. This feature will turn your machine off after 2 hours. The unit has water filtration which helps you achieve that perfect cup of coffee. Also standard with this unit is a cup warmer. NICE touch!
This unit has a removable water tank which allows for easy refilling for when making Espresso, Cappuccino, Cuban, and Greek/Turkish coffee. Just detach the water tank and fill it underneath your kitchen sink faucet. YES! It should be noted the the drip coffee maker has a separate water supply which is not removable. This means that you have to fill the water tank by adding water via a pull out assembly that harbors that coffee filter housing. Noteworthy is the fact that the DeLonghi does not have that "plastic smell " which is almost always present in new coffee makers. Thank Goodness! A word concerning the coffee filter. The unit comes with a permanent metal mesh filter, meaning that you can throw out your paper filters! No more fumbling at 6:00 am trying to separate a paper coffee filter from that multi-pack! There is a removable drip tray keeps your counter tops nice and clean.The drip tray has a hidden "float" and when the water level get too high, the "tip" of the float sticks out through the grill which alerts you to spill out the excess water. This is very cool. This unit also comes with a cup warming surface located on-top of the machine. This is real nice, as many coffee drinkers are located in cold climates and the extra hand warmth feels nice.
The Delonghi comes with a professional style filter holders, both small and large. The filter holder has a very tight fit when attached to the unit. This is a must, as your Espresso and Cappuccinos are brewed under pressure. You certainly don't want a loose fit when brewing your favorites. A word about brewing American Coffee. The DeLonghi has a setting 1- 4 cups which allows for the slow brewing of your coffee. This setting allows the water to slowly be dripped onto the coffee grounds making for stronger coffee. If you have never had a unit with this option, you are in for a treat as they really work. I am not going to provide a review as to the taste of the coffee, lattes, etc as every ones taste is personal. The DeLonghi worked as advertised, and there are no complaints here. Enjoy your coffee.
WesternSky
Florida
June 12, 2017
I would like to add a footnote to my review, as I originally stated that I was not going to comment on the taste of the brewed coffee. I really feel that it would be a disservice if I didn't comment on the DeLonghi's cappuccinos. My entire family is now so hooked on cappuccinos. The frothiness, the creaminess, and the overall flavor is absolutely amazing (even without the milk). Much better than store bought! DeLonghi has done a great job with this machine. So very happy to own this unit. Thanks.
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