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- First reviewMarch 24, 2014
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- First review commentJanuary 29, 2013
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Featuring SurroundSense and ANC, Vista 2 allows athletes to amplify ambient sounds for safety or stay focused with Active Noise Cancellation. Along with Jaybird signature fit, function, and Earthproof durability, Vista 2 creates the ultimate true wireless audio experience.
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from Florida
The Vista 2 Jaybird earbuds are awesome. The are super comfortable when I workout or just plain lounge around listening to music. I paired them with my IPhone 12 Pro with ease. Customization is possible with the Jaybird app which is available for android phones as well. The active noise cancellation works great and cuts down on background noises.
The earbuds boast an 8 hour charge and a total of 24 hours of charge if you factor in the carrying case which comes standard with the product. I used the earbuds for many hours without running out of battery.
My IPhone recorded music sounded pretty decent as well as streaming from YouTube. Phone conversations were very decent and did not sound tinny.
The controls were simple to operate. Right hand and left hand tap/s of the earbud answered calls, as well as increased or decreased the listening volume. Simplistic ease of operation.
Carrycase is simple and has a smart design. Earbuds are magnetically held in place. The product does not come with a charger, but does have a charging cable.
Overall, I am very pleased with this purchase. Earbuds sound great, are very comfortable and waterproof with an IP68 rating. I have no complaints at all. Nice product.
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The MFC-J4535DW features fast print and scan speeds, expanded paper capacity and duplex printing along with enough ink for up to one-year of printing with just the ink included in-box(1). Get full print, copy, scan and fax functionality, wireless printing and scanning(2) plus two adjustable paper trays for up to a 400-page total capacity for your home, home office, schoolwork or small business. There’s also an up to 20-sheet automatic document feeder for fast copying and scanning and a bypass tray to handle a variety of media. The 2.7” touchscreen enables easy navigation and easy access to powerful features plus print-from and scan-to popular cloud services including Google Drive, Dropbox, Box, OneDrive and more(3), directly from the printer. The MFCJ4335DW INKvestment Tank all-in-one color inkjet printer includes versatile connection options with NFC touch to print(4), built in wireless(2), Wi-Fi Direct, Ethernet or connect locally to a single computer via USB interface. This feature-filled INKvestment Tank printer is supported by the free Brother Mobile Connect(5) App providing a convenient user interface that enables printing, scanning, copying and device management from your smartphone or tablet. Enhanced color graphics and reengineered ink provide vivid colors making it great for printing photos and color documents. The MFC-J4535DW uses reengineered INKvestment Tank ink cartridges that automatically and continually supply ink to the internal tank to deliver uninterrupted printing and convenience with no need to stop and refill the ink tank. Replacing cartridges is super easy - just pop out the empty cartridge and snap in a front-loading, plug-in replacement and get back to printing. The MFC-J4535DW features the unique Brother Page Gauge(6) which estimates remaining page levels, so you always know how much ink you have left. Keep pace with the growing need for color printing with the Brother MFC-J4535DW INKvestment Tank color inkjet all-in-one printer.
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
This is my first leap into the world of a Brother printer and to be quite honest I'm impressed. If you're in the market for a really decent all in one printer look no further. Fast mobile printing, large paper capacity (400 sheets) and high yield color and back cartridges. Lots and lots of copies. It can be used in both home and in a small office setting.
The printer is stylish, sleek, modern looking, wireless and compact, capable of scanning, faxing, copying and printing in both color and black and white. Printer installation was easy and I encountered no problems. Setup was flawless with my Microsoft Surface Windows based computer as well as use with my IPhone 12 Pro. I had to download the printer drivers before I could utilize the product. I printed wirelessly and output results and quality were awesome. Clean prints and color charts were magnificent with true to life color. The printer is relatively quiet and is aesthetically pleasing to the eye and very easy to use.
Generally I prefer printers that have a toner cartridge, as the toner does not dry out. For example, if I print 10 pages and wait 14 months to print another job, there is no problem. My concern is for printers that have ink cartridges. It's a fact that ink dries out and if you wait many months between print jobs you might be unpleasantly surprised. I mention this only to bring to light to those consumers who don't print very much during the year. Will your printer work after waiting for an extended amount of time?
My second concern with ink cartridge printers is whether or not the printer will operate if you are low on one of the color cartridges? Some printers don't operate unless all cartridges have sufficient ink levels even if you wish to print a document in black and white. I have encountered printers that fail to print a black and white document even is the black cartridge is full but one color cartridge is empty.
Lastly, can the consumer use a generic brand of ink? Will the printer accept the off brand and will it print? All of the things should be taken into account with the purchase of a printer.
Pros:
****All-in one printer which copies, scans, prints and can fax.
****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 12 Pro.
Cons:
**** None encountered but the following are unknown:
****Will your ink dry out after long periods of printer inactivity?
****Will you be able to print a black document if one of the color cartridges is is out of ink?
****Can the consumer install a generic cartridge and will the printer recognize it?
****Will you be able to print a black document if one of the color cartridges is is out of ink?
****Can the consumer install a generic cartridge and will the printer recognize it?
Overall, I'm very happy with the printer. It's pretty quiet and handled all of my personal 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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TUF Gaming VG289Q is a 28-inch, 4K UHD, IPS display with superior images, 90 % DCI-P3 color space designed for professional gamers. It also features FreeSync/Adaptive-Sync technology, for extremely fluid gameplay without tearing and stuttering. VG289Q supports HDR technology across a range of luminance to deliver a wider color range and higher contrast than traditional monitors. The brightest whites and the darkest blacks bring out details like never before. It also delivers DCI-P3 90% color gamut and contrast performance.
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
I'm enjoying this ASUS gaming monitor ever since I had the pleasure of unpacking and hooking it up. This is a quality built monitor which exhibits outstanding and robust true to life colors. This monitor is great for web surfing, checking emails, playing music videos, streaming and gaming.
The monitor has an awesome very sturdy adjustable stand. You are able to adjust the monitor to just about any viewing angle you need. The tilt and height adjustment are great. The monitor has an extremely solid feel to it once seated firmly on furniture or a desk.
The monitor has an awesome very sturdy adjustable stand. You are able to adjust the monitor to just about any viewing angle you need. The tilt and height adjustment are great. The monitor has an extremely solid feel to it once seated firmly on furniture or a desk.
If you are an average gamer, even though refresh rates are on the lower scales end, you should come away pretty happy with this monitor. I didn't experience any tearing although I personally refrain from extreme play settings If you tend to play less demanding games on this monitor without "pushing the loop" you'll probably be ok.
A word about the built-in speakers.. To put it bluntly, the two watt built in speakers are timid. They are about as meek as a kitten meowing! When streaming music videos or movies, the speakers didn't do the trick, so I had to wear headphones or hook up external speakers.
Headphone and HDMI ports are situated at the bottom of the monitor. At first I thought it would be cumbersome process to attach the cables, but the monitor is capable of rotation so bending down to seek out the cable placement has been made easy. This capability in my opine was well thought out in the design process.
Final words. This is a great monitor for general use and the average gamer. This monitor performs beautifully and exactly as advertised. It comes with a three year warranty for peace of mind. It is certainly not a top of the line gaming monitor, but it does do a very decent job. So far I'm very happy with this monitor.
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eufy Security Floodlight Cam provides 2K HD resolution so you can see and record exactly what's happening in crisp clarity. Wide-angle view covers every corner and ensures you get the whole picture while streaming in 2K HD. It boasts smart lighting, real time communication via 2-way audio, all with zero monthly fees. You don't even need a eufy Security HomeBase. (Existing outdoor wiring and weatherproof junction box required)
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
I currently have a spotlight security system which will go unnamed. It is a major brand, which was plagued with quirky application bugs, as well as tons of false alerts. Needless to say, I was definitely in the market for a new spotlight security system.
Hook-up to the power supply is like any other system. You have three wires to contend with one of which is ground a hot and cold wire. If you have ever changed a light fixture in your own home, you will have no problem with this installation. All of your needed mounting hardware is supplied with the Eufy spotlight.
I currently own other Eufy products, so I already had the Eufy application downloaded to my IPhone 12 Pro. It was really easy to add the new product to the application. A couple of clicks and I was done. Super Easy. No brainer!
The Eufy app is really easy to use. Thank goodness it's highly responsive and bug free.
I reviewed lots of videos that were saved in 2K resolution. Crystal clear footage in both day and night time situations. I'm so very happy with the recorded results. When your spotlight starts to record an event, it will automatically send you an instant alert to your phone. Response time was really quick. Your video events are recorded and stored in the 4GB eMMC card (included with the product). Bonus: No storage fees and no surprises.
What I found troublesome was the amount of false alarms when the sensitivity was set higher than the minimum level. I have video after video which were all false alarms with no humans in camera range. What was being captured on video were cars going down the street some 45 feet away, but no human detections. When sensitivity was minimal, the Eufy worked flawlessly.
Spotlights boast 2000 lumens and is also weatherproof with a rating of IP65. Spotlights incorporate artificial intelligence (AI), which lessens false alarms and is by no means perfect. You are able to view live action, and also has two way audio whereby allowing you to communicate with someone in front of your device.
Overall I am very happy with this product. It produced plenty of light at night and video recording footage was brilliantly clear. The only downside to this product was the numerous false alarms when detection settings were other than minimal. It is for this reason, my product rating is a solid four star.
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Stand out on HD video calls backed by Studio Mics. Capture ideas on the vibrant PixelSense touchscreen. Surround yourself with immersive, theater-like Dolby Atmos audio⁶. Do it all with a perfect balance of sleek, ultra-thin design, and more speed, now up to 70% faster – with significantly longer battery life than before¹. Two sizes. Two keyboard finishes. Plus, choice of 11th Gen Intel Core or exclusive AMD Ryzen Microsoft Surface Edition processors².
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
Awesome laptop. I repeat, awesome laptop. I'm not going to get into the laptops internal specifics, rather I'm going to focus on its functionality.
The Microsoft Surface is a beautiful laptop. I have the sandstone color (more like a gold color) and it's gorgeous. It is compact, stylish, and ultra thin. It weighs next to nothing! The keyboard is highly responsive and the keys are not spongy. It had a nice sized trackpad which is highly responsive and allows for precise tracking. The computer has a silky feel to it and to be quite honest is very pleasing to the touch. The laptop has a solid feel and in fact feels sturdy given its slim stature. Very impressive to say the least.
During the few days that I have had this product, it has performed well. Running several programs at one time failed to bog it down. It runs quick, is highly responsive and runs pretty cool on your lap. Battery life is great, as I ran the computer during some of my browsing and it retained plenty of life after I finished. Battery life is definitely a winner.
With a 1/2 terabyte (512 GIG) storage, you should have plenty of storage on your new solid state computer. Solid state is the only way to go as there are no moving parts to break and your data is more secure and prone to less failure. The launching of programs was quick with no hiccups. The screen colors are vivid and the Dolby Atmos sound is awesome. When I played some of my favorite music, I heard sounds that I never heard before.
The Microsoft Surface computer is a winner. It performed perfectly when put through the paces and multi-tasking jobs. I experienced smooth sailing and I'm a very happy camper. This is a superb laptop and will fit nicely into any household. Nice job Microsoft!
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The HP ENVY 6455e makes it easy to print, scan and copy creative projects, borderless photos and homework with automatic 2-sided printing and the automatic document feeder. It includes the optional HP+ Smart Printing System that keeps itself up to date and ready to print from virtually anywhere at any time—at no additional cost.
Customer Rating
4
Decent Entry Level Printer.
on April 23, 2021
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
Upon first glance, this printer is sleek, slim, and modern compared to other printers I’ve owned in the past. I always appreciate nice product aesthetics as this is a piece of equipment that will likely be displayed on your bookcase or desk. This fits the bill!
This printer was really easy for me to set up to use on my Mac and PC. It prints wirelessly and it is fast! I printed a 50-page report for work, and it was pretty fast! The document contained many color figures and graphs, and they all printed flawlessly and sharp. The 6 months of free ink is very welcomed since ink is always so expensive to buy, and I print a lot!
While this printer does not have a screen to control functions, everything is controlled via the app which works very nicely on my iPhone. I used the scanner to scan a few old photos of my grandparents and it rendered flawlessly. So far, I’m loving this printer. It is a huge upgrade from my old HP and works flawlessly.
One thing that I was not happy with is Tri-Color Ink cartridges. What this translates into is, that if one color runs out, your out of luck. Entire cartridge needs replacing and in essence you are not getting the fullest use of remaining ink color which are left over in the cartridge. My other observation was the small size of the ink cartridges.
This is a good budget, entry level printer. It lacks some of the bells and whistles of other printers that I've used in the past, but for home use it fits the bill.
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The first handheld allergen vacuum to use Steamless Heat Technology.
Customer Rating
5
Dynamite. 5 Stars, all the way!
on April 23, 2021
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
The utility of this handheld vacuum/sanitizer is endless. My favorite use so far is due to the baby in our household. We have carpeting in her room, which she spends a lot of time on - whether it be crawling, sitting, standing, or trying to lick it. I was worried about the cleanliness of the carpet since previous owners owned a cat. In comes this sanitizing vacuum and problem is solved! An added bonus is allergen removal. I couldn’t be happier knowing that all of these issues are taken care of. I expect to use this in her room about once a week.
With the Covid pandemic, I see so much utility in this vacuum for sanitizing couches and chairs which are not easily cleaned. That being said, I used this vacuum on my living room couches and chairs which are made of leather. (This would also work really well on those made of cloth too!) It was super fast; I used this vacuum on a fairly large surface area in about 5 minutes. This gives me peace of mind due to the baby since some family members will come home and sit on the furniture without changing their clothes from being in places like the supermarket or doctor’s offices. I have also used this vacuum to sanitize my down pillows since they are not easily washable.
The vacuum itself vibrates unlike a traditional vacuum, making it a little loud when you operate it. However, for the job it’s doing and the power of the vacuum, I cannot fault it.
Overall, I love this vacuum/sanitizer and find it very useful during the pandemic and having a young baby in our household.
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SmoothSkin Bare Plus is ultrafast, simple to use and effective in achieving permanent hair reduction, with visible results in as little as four weeks. A full body treatment takes just 10 minutes, and integrated safety sensors to ensure SmoothSkin Bare Plus never activates unless it's safe for your skin. 98% of women who tried SmoothSkin Bare Plus would recommend to their friends. SmoothSkin are the original pioneers and the world's #1 best-selling IPL hair removal brand. FDA cleared for safe and effective, permanent hair removal on your body and face. With over 30 years' IPL expertise and almost 4,000 clinical treatments performed, SmoothSkin promises to deliver real results.
Customer Rating
5
Promising Results So Far!
on April 15, 2021
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
I have been using this IPL for about 6 weeks. I have never used an IPL, but I have had laser done before on my legs. I decided to try this out on my armpits first which I have never treated before. It’s simple to use and feels similar to how a laser felt on my legs. I would describe the sensation as a warmth. However, I would not describe it as painful.
So far, I have noticed reduced hair growth. I see there is a reduced density in the hair growing back. Additionally, the hair that does grow back seems to be growing slower than it did before using the IPL. Very promising results so far!
This machine is super easy to use. I do it to myself in front of a mirror. I also pass over each area 3 times as recommended in the instructions since this area has more stubborn hair. It takes me about 2 minutes to do both of my armpits with 3 passes.
I am very pleased with the progress so far, and I will continue to use this product for the recommended 12 weeks and for touch ups as needed. I also plan on using this IPL to touch up my laser treated legs.
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Dyson's slimmest, most maneuverable vacuum for in-between cleaning on hard floors. The Dyson Omni-glide extends the time between deep cleans with quick pickups. Ultra-compact and under 5 lbs, it's engineered to require less effort in use and is United States Ergonomics certified. An articulating neck and 360-degree castors make it easy to maneuver around obstacles and into tight spaces, so there's less need to move furniture as you clean. Whole-machine advanced filtration traps particles and expels cleaner air. Its versatile cordless format transforms into a handheld vacuum with one click so you can clean up high, down low, and everywhere in between. It has two cleaning modes for the right power where you need it. Comes with a 2-year warranty and lifetime Dyson support.
Customer Rating
5
Dyson Rules! Dyson does it again!
on March 23, 2021
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
I love all my Dyson products, and this one is no exception. This vacuum is so light and tiny! I especially love it for cleaning my hardwood stairs due to to its portability and the fact that it is cordless. Despite the slim profile, this vacuum packs a punch! The suction is incredible. You do not have to sweep dirt from the corners and edges of your walls to get the vacuum to pick it up; it picks up dirt from your floor edge to edge.
It can vacuum under furniture flawlessly. The head and arm can go completely flat due to its in-line format. This allowed me to reach untouched spaces in my house that other vacuums cannot even touch. I was able to clean all the way under my king size bed and sofa because of this. And the dust that came out OOF!
Its omni-directional format allows you to easily maneuver into tight spaces and corners. The head goes forward, backwards, and sideways. The head of this vacuum is very slim as well. I have a robot vacuum that is too thick to fit under my low profile bed and sofa. But this vacuum worked perfectly.
This vacuum has two motorized rollers and picks up fine dust as well as large debris. It doesn’t kick dirt around; it sucks it up the first time. Speaking of fine dust, this vacuum will leave your home’s air cleaner than the air that it sucked in due to its incredible filter.
Emptying the vacuum is a breeze as well. It is completely touch-less which is amazing because I hate having to handle dirt and grime. The vacuum charge is rated at 20 minutes which is way more than enough time for me to vacuum about 1200 square feet. I’m sure I could vacuum at least double or triple that square footage since I charge my vacuum maybe every 2-3 times I use it. The push button start is also one of my favorite features; no more fumbling with foot pedals to start your vacuum.
I have one criticism about this vacuum. It is designed specifically for hard floors. I have tried it on some of the carpeted areas in my house, and the rollers just stop turning after a few seconds. The only way to get them on again is to cycle the vacuum on and off. I do have lots of carpeted areas in my house, so this is rather disappointing. However, I cannot take any stars off because this vacuum is intended only for hard floors and it does as advertised flawlessly.
Overall, super vacuum for all kinds of hard floors - wood, marble, tile!
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The smallest and lightest mobile single-sheet-fed document scanner in its class1, the Epson® RapidReceipt RR-60 was specifically designed to quickly scan invoices and receipts of varying sizes, then automatically and accurately process the information into digital assets. With the included Epson ScanSmart® financial software, you can turn unorganized receipts and invoices into categorized digital data that easily integrates into applications such as QuickBooks®, TurboTax® and more2. Plus, you can create searchable/editable PDFs with the included bonus software. Do it all with zero subscription fees. Featuring smart technology, this scanner learns from each receipt scanned ̶ recognizing more data and logos over time, ensuring receipts and invoices are accurately converted and categorized. And, it’s all done on your own device, giving you complete control over your data, where it’s stored and how it is used. It’s the easy, cost effective way to organize and manage your finances.
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
This is easily my most useful and utilized household appliance. I’ve scanned all my shopping receipts. You know it’s always the important ones that fade so fast and become unreadable! I’ve scanned important documents like bank statements and health records. I’ve even scanned my daughter’s social security card just in case it is ever misplaced. Because of this little device, I hardly need to keep any hard copies of anything anymore! I’ve been able to eliminate multiple filing cabinets.
The small size of this product makes it very portable. It weighs under a pound making it very convenient to bring around the house when I have a new thing to scan. The scanner is also lightning fast - it scans 10 pages per minute. It works flawlessly with my Mac and my PC. I used the included software - Kofax Power PDF for my PC and PDF Converter for Mac - to make my documents editable and searchable. This is a huge plus! I can now search all of my documents on my computer instead of thumbing through thousands of pages of documents in my filing cabinets.
Overall, I love this scanner! Epson is my trusted brand and go to scanner.
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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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