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- First reviewMarch 24, 2014
- Last reviewJune 28, 2024
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- First review commentJanuary 29, 2013
- Last review commentJune 12, 2017
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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.
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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.
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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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Get organized fast with the WorkForce ES-500W II wireless duplex desktop document scanner. This reliable, easy-to-use performer speeds through scans up to 35 ppm/70 ipm1, capturing both sides of each sheet in one pass. Its 50-sheet Auto Document Feeder allows you to breeze through stacks of documents of varying sizes. Intuitive Epson ScanSmart Software2 means you can easily preview, email and upload your scans. The included TWAIN driver ensures compatibility with most document management software. Wirelessly scan to cloud storage accounts2 and create searchable PDFs. You can also scan directly from your mobile device using the Epson Smart Panel app3. Color and image adjustment features such as auto crop, staple protection, dirt detection and paper-skew correction help ensure remarkable image quality.
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from Florida
This machine is a workhorse--perfect for jobs small and large. It can scan piles of documents with ease and speed! The scanning settings give you tremendous control over the image scanned -- including the level of background removal, text enhancement, color enhancement, edge fill, descreening, removal of punch holes, brightness, contrast, gamma, threshold, skew correction, etc. (Some of these nifty features require the 600dpi resolution or lower, but it scans up to 1200dpi). I tinkered with it for a few minutes until my document scans were perfectly to my liking. (I'd tinker again if scanning photographs.) This scanner has some convenient/thoughtful options I haven't seen before, including a slow mode button to slow down scanning speed for papers that tend to jam up (for example, thin receipts) and a button to skip double feed detection for when you are scanning a business card or thicker document. You can set it to scan duplex and remove blank pages as a default setting and, once scanned, it has an easy button to let you toggle for one-sided scanning if you don't need the back pages (useful with some bills). You can scan to a number of formats (pdf, jpeg, tiff, etc.), and can choose to have the documents OCR'ed by choosing the "searchable pdf" as the file format upon saving (took me a while to figure that out!). It offers a number of options for saving the filing, including saving it locally, attaching it to an email, uploading it to Google Drive, Dropbox, etc. It offers both wired and wireless connections, which is nice for a multi-computer home. This will definitely be my go-to scanner going forward (and I had been loyal to a competitor's scanners). Once you wrap your head around all the options (took me about a half hour), the ability to customize the options is incredible! Purchase one you'll love it!
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Now that quality you've come to love from GE Appliances is available right on your countertop thanks to an array of toaster options to suit your family's busy lifestyle. Whether it's a two-slice toaster or four-slice toaster, you'll appreciate the reliable, efficient performance and timeless stainless steel finish that make every GE Appliances toaster the perfect complement to your kitchen. Toasters come equipped with handy features including 7 Shade settings for your perfect toast, an Frozen, Bagel and Cancel settings to make managing your toasting experience simpler. Get more done in the kitchen with toasters and toaster ovens from a brand you trust.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent 4 Slice Toaster
on January 19, 2021
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
This is a very modern looking toaster appliance which I love. Since it is a 4 slice toaster it does command a wider counter-top space footprint. It has very easy to use controls and you can set your browning adjustments from 1 to 7. The appliance did a nice job toasting both bread and bagels. If you use the bagel setting, the toaster only operates the inside elements therefore you need to place the cut side facing inwards. If you like your bagel toasted on both sides, just use the regular setting of the toaster.
Before using the appliance for the first time, you should operate the unit empty once or twice in order to burn off the smell on the new elements using the darkness control set to 7. I found that after the second cycle of the empty burn, the appliance no longer produced any smell.
Overall this is a wonderful product with a 4 slice capability which has separate controls. Its stainless steel look is modern and fits well in any kitchen. Registering your product is made easy as you can scan the QR code that automatically populates your products name and serial number. Super easy, awesome. Great product.
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The Filtrete™ Standard Under Sink Quick Change Water Filtration System 3US-AS01 is easy to install and maintain. It's an under sink water filtration system that connects to the kitchen or bath faucet.
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
This 3M filtrete filter is an overall good product. Installation was pretty straight forward and I found that all the necessary items were included for its installation. If you are familiar with a wrench and screw driver, you'll probably have an easy go of it with the installation. If not, you might need to employ the service of a handyman or plumber.
The product is advertised as being good either for 2,000 gallons of usage or a 6 month period of time. At the time of installation my cities municipality was heavy chlorinating our water and this filter did a pretty good job of removing the smell. I was quite happy with the taste and smell of my drinking water.
As far as the water flow was concerned, after installation flow remained at a decent level. The filter is advertised as being a 1/4 turn when replaced, which definitely makes it an easy task when it comes to its replacement. I had no problems with water leaks for which I was very happy about.
Overall, very happy with this product. Ease of installation, all supplied parts are included and no trips to the local hardware store. Definitely a winner in my opinion.
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The HTM6 S2 Anniversary Edition delivers clear dialog and power in a compact form for Home Theater. Continuum mid-bass drive units provide make it easy to hear actors and robust bass lines for action films while Decoupled Double Dome Tweeters create an enveloping sense of space and clarity. Featuring upgraded crossovers for even more transparency and a unique trim-ring to celebrate this milestone, the HTM6 S2 Anniversary Edition is the most sophisticated, affordable center channel Bowers & Wilkins has ever made. The HTM6 S2 Anniversary Edition is the matching center channel for the 600 Series Anniversary Edition range of products. Over the last 25 years, the 600 Series has been our most affordable performance range of loudspeakers, and we’re celebrating our love of sound with acoustic improvements to the crossover network for overall greater levels of clarity and smoother high frequencies so you can enjoy a compelling listening experience across the range of products.
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5
Awesome Center Channel Speakers!
on December 22, 2020
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
I am an audiophile who takes great pleasure from my stereo equipment. These center channel speakers produce really nice robust sounds. Clear, crisp and sharp sounds. My center speakers were coupled with the B&W 603 S2 Anniversary edition speakers and they complement each other with amazing results. Very nice match for these products.
I listened to a wide variety of music through these speakers and all genres sounded awesome. These center channel speakers are an absolute must for floor standing speakers.
B&W has a hit on its hand with its great design and superb output.
Truly an outstanding product which I believe that you will love as much as I do.
B&W has a hit on its hand with its great design and superb output.
Truly an outstanding product which I believe that you will love as much as I do.
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The 603 S2 Anniversary Edition combines outstanding power and clarity that makes them perfect for larger rooms and ideal for home theater. Continuum mid-range cones provide clarity for singers, Decoupled Double Dome Tweeters create an enveloping sense of space and twin bass drivers deliver scale and authority. Featuring upgraded crossovers for even more transparency and a unique trim-ring to celebrate this milestone, the 603 S2 Anniversary Edition is the most sophisticated affordable floor-standing loudspeaker Bowers & Wilkins has ever made. The 603 S2 Anniversary Edition sits atop the 600 Series Anniversary Edition range of products. Over the last 25 years, the 600 Series has been our most affordable performance range of loudspeakers, and we’re celebrating our love of sound with acoustic improvements to the crossover network for overall greater levels of clarity and smoother high frequencies so you can enjoy a compelling listening experience across the range of products.
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from Florida
Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) knocks the ball out of the park with these superb speakers. B&W is a quality product that gave me an awesome listening experience. I am an audiophile who takes great pleasure from my stereo equipment. These speakers have superb highs, deep lows, clear crisp mid-range sounds and delivered a room full of robust sounds. My speakers were coupled with the B&W 600 Series Anniversary Edition Center Channel Speaker and a Yamaha TSR-700 7.1 Channel Network AV Receiver. For informational purposes, I have a turntable which is 44 years old (a Marantz model 6320) and its coupled with a Shure V15 Type 3 cartridge and stylus.
The manufacturer recommends that the user allow these speakers to stabilize over a weeks period with regards to temperature and 15 hours of usage so that the mechanical parts attain their intended design characteristics. From my initial unpacking, hookup and actual playing of these speakers I was totally blown away. I highly enjoy quality sounding music and I definitely got my monies worth with this set-up. Pure listening pleasure.
The only assembly required is its speakers base, which fastens onto the bottom of the speakers via the 4 supplied screws.
Power handling requirement of these speakers range from 30 to 200 Watts and they come with a 5 year warranty which is a very generous amount of time. My Yamaha TSR-700 power output is 100 RMS and its more than enough power to adequately drive these speakers with plenty to spare.
I listened to a wide variety of music through these speakers and all genres sounded awesome. I have to admit that the B&W Center Channel speaker mentioned above (in paragraph 1) is a must for these floor standing speakers. They complement each other, are an absolutely great match and produce amazing sound.
B&W has a hit on its hand. Great design, superb output and concert hall acoustics is what you get! Truly an outstanding product which I believe that you will love too.
B&W has a hit on its hand. Great design, superb output and concert hall acoustics is what you get! Truly an outstanding product which I believe that you will love too.
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Elvie Pump (Double) is a smart, slimline wearable electric breast pump with 10 oz / 300 ml capacity. Tucking discreetly in-bra, Elvie Pump can be controlled from the Pump with Elvie app for a seamless hands-free experience—leaving you free to roam where other pumpers dare not go. Elvie Pump is the smallest1, quietest2, and smartest3 electric breast pump. With the new SmartRhythmTM pumping feature, it’s customisable for your changing needs. Choose between four pumping rhythms to optimise your milk output and manage hurdles like sensitive nipples or heavier let-down. That way, you can pump smarter, not harder. Product depth vs. the top 5 best-selling electric breast pumps in the US, UK, Germany and France (Sales data from Q2 2021 to Q2 2022). Acoustic testing in maximum expression mode vs. 2022). Number of app features available to control, monitor and track usage vs. Product depth vs.
Customer Rating
5
The BEST on the market!
on November 7, 2020
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
My favorite pump!
The Elvie is the best pump I’ve tried! I own two other pumps: a Medela wired pump and a Freemie handsfree pump. I like the Elvie significantly more than the other two, and I am always reaching for this one over the other ones!
This pump is portable with no wires or tubes so you’re not forced to be attached to a wall outlet or getting tangled up in wires. I multitask as I pump - I work from home, care for my baby, clean the house, wash dishes, and cook dinner.
The pump is very comfortable to wear. It is easy to put together and easy to clean. It also has a really nice battery life - I pump for 15 minutes for 5 sessions on one charge. The volume output is phenomenal for me! I was able to pump out the same amount as my other two pumps (I can pump about 3 ounces in 10 minutes the Elvie). The pump is very quiet as well. It sounds a little bit like a printer. This makes pumping in public with the Elvie very discreet.
The Elvie app is amazing - you can control the pump from it (e.g., letdown mode to stimulation mode). It also estimates how much volume you’ve pumped from each breast.
If you have any troubleshooting issues, the customer service for Elvie is at your service. Nice touch.
Overall, I love this pump!I It makes being a working mom less stressful!
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The ROCCAT Elo 7.1 Air Wireless Surround Sound PC Gaming Headset with 24hr Battery Life and AIMO RGB Lighting boasts ROCCAT’s Stellar Wireless technology for data transmission as reliable as wired and a battery life that lasts the typical gamer over a week thanks to a 24-hour rechargeable battery. Gone are the days of compromising when going wireless, as the Elo 7.1 Air marks a new dawn for cable-free gameplay with its impressive feature set. Its 7.1 surround sound is powered by precision-tuned 50mm Neodymium drivers and features Turtle Beach’s Superhuman Hearing technology - proven to improve your gameplay by 40%. Superior memory foam and a self-adjusting metal headband give you a unique, weightless fit that’s full of style thanks to RGB AIMO lighting. The removable TruSpeak mic completes the package of a high-end wireless gaming headset. ROCCAT takes unique advantage of exclusive technologies as a proud member of the Turtle Beach family including Superhuman Hearing, ProSpecs Glasses Friendly Design and a TruSpeak microphone.
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5
Wow! I LOVE these headphones.
on October 22, 2020
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
The sound is fantastic. It is clearly the standout feature of these headphones. I listen to a lot of music in various genres. I also used the headphones to watch movies and videoconference. While I didn't use these strictly for gaming, the sound was amazing for everything I tried! The sound is also fully customizable using Roccat’s SWARM software. The software only makes the sound better.
The mic is also very handy. I used these to videoconference and everyone commented that my sound was so clear compared to all the other videoconferences. The mic is detachable for when you are just listening and not speaking. The noise canceling is fantastic also. There was a baby in the same room as I and I couldn't hear when she cried - a good and a bad thing!
These headphones are very comfortable to wear for me; I wore then for 5 hours without even remembering they were there. They are very lightweight. The volume/sound controls are easy to access when you are wearing the headphones as well. The battery is touted to last for 24 hours. When I was finished with them they were still almost nearly fully charged after many hours of use.
Overall, a great pair of headphones!
Overall, a great pair of headphones!
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Take on the enemy in comfort with this ergonomic ROCCAT Kone AIMO gaming mouse. The onboard memory saves macros and button assignments, while the Owl-Eye sensor with a 100-12,000 dpi range lets you adjust pointer sensitivity. This black ROCCAT Kone AIMO gaming mouse has a tri-button thumb zone and 4-D Titan wheel for vast control, and the 1ms response time enables fast action during FPS sessions.
Posted by: WesternSky
from Florida
This is one awesome mouse which I love! It is beautifully crafted, balanced, fits well in my hand and has a very smooth feel while in operation. This mouse has AIMO LED lighting and if you've never seen it, it's very cool looking. Light and color patterns change when actively using the mouse. The same is true for Roccat keyboards which I am the proud owner of. Way cool!
Downloaded software from "Swarm" enables you to customize this mouse in awesome and different ways. For example, the software allows the user to customize button assignment. I was amazed that you can browser forward or backwards with button numbers 8 and 9. This was extremely helpful especially if you wished to go back or forward during searches.
This is a great gaming mouse that's highly responsive. I had no issues tracking on different surfaces types such as wood, glass or formica. I tested this mouse on my Mac and Windows PC computers alike and it worked perfectly on each computer. It has a smooth silky feeling, and I didn't experience and problems such as mouse stutter or jumpy behavior. Total smooth operation was the norm. I found it very comfortable and easy to use. Definitely a great product you'll be happy with.
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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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Refurbished HP EliteBook Laptop: Get online, play games and work on this refurbished HP EliteBook notebook. It has a 14-inch screen with LED lighting and HD visuals for a better picture. With the Intel Core i5 processor and 8GB of RAM, this notebook runs smoothly without glitches or system-wide slowdowns. The long-lasting battery ensures you can power up this HP EliteBook notebook anywhere.
Will this computer come with Windows 10
Refurbished HP EliteBook Laptop: Get online, play games and work on this refurbished HP EliteBook notebook. It has a 14-inch screen with LED lighting and HD visuals for a better picture. With the Intel Core i5 processor and 8GB of RAM, this notebook runs smoothly without glitches or system-wide slowdowns. The long-lasting battery ensures you can power up this HP EliteBook notebook anywhere.
Does this have anti-glare screen and LED backlighting?
The Nitro 5 has a matted screen surface, which does cut down on glare. The unit has backlit keys
6 years, 1 month ago
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WesternSky
Refurbished HP EliteBook Laptop: Get online, play games and work on this refurbished HP EliteBook notebook. It has a 14-inch screen with LED lighting and HD visuals for a better picture. With the Intel Core i5 processor and 8GB of RAM, this notebook runs smoothly without glitches or system-wide slowdowns. The long-lasting battery ensures you can power up this HP EliteBook notebook anywhere.
Does this have a backlit keyboard?
Only at Best BuyEnjoy television and movies in stunning clarity with this 60-inch Sharp Smart TV. Its 4K panel resolution delivers a clear, crisp picture, and its three HDMI inputs and one USB input let you connect accessories and stereo receivers. This Sharp Smart TV is Netflix certified for simple, fast streaming of digital content.
Does this tv have Bluetooth
Brighten your day and night with this Philips Being Hue ceiling light. The dimming function lets you set an ambience for different moods, and it works with the Philips Hue dimmer switch and mobile app for versatile control. The ZigBee technology of this 32W Philips Being Hue ceiling lamp provides smooth, efficient interoperability with multiple Hue lighting units.
how bright is this?
The light fixture is pretty bright. I don't believe that you will have any problem lighting up an average sized room.
6 years, 5 months ago
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WesternSky
Prep meals quickly with this Ninja Intelli-Sense system. A 1200W motor pulverizes ice cubes and vegetables and makes it easier to create everything from frozen drinks and fresh salsa to soups and sauces. Use the Auto-Spiralizer function on this Ninja Intelli-Sense system to turn zucchinis and other vegetables into healthy noodles.
It works for slice food? as zucchinis and carrots?
Hi There. This particular Ninja comes with an attachment called an auto-spiralizer. It will cut veggies as you mentioned into spiral shapes. Almost like spiral French fries, but not as thick. The Ninja is one amazing unit. Hope this helps you.
6 years, 8 months ago
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WesternSky
Stay in touch with family and friends with this Logitech C310 960-000585 webcam that features up to 720p video resolution and Fluid Crystal technology for lush, detailed images. The built-in microphone with noise reduction ensures clear conversations.
will this work with windows 10
Logitech c310 web cam
I just recently purchased this Webcam, and I am running windows 10. I just booted up my computer, and plugged the camera in. Windows 10 did the rest. I did not have to download any drivers which worked out just great. Hope this helps you.
8 years, 10 months ago
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WesternSky
Florida
What webcam with adjustable focus do you have that would be compatible with windows 2000?
I know that this Webcam will run on Vista, Windows 7, Windows, 8 and Windows 10. I am not positive but if the Windows 2000 is somewhere between the range of the above operating systems it should work. You might also be able to contact Logitech.com for a more definitive answer. I do hope that this helps you.
8 years, 10 months ago
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WesternSky
Florida
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 80–400mm f/4.58211;5.6G ED VR Telephoto Zoom Lens: Shoot any subject, any distance with an all-in-one telephoto zoom lens that captures beautiful portraits just as easily as it captures breathtaking wildlife and action photos. The 400mm focal length delivers an impressive level of detail over long distances, with images enhanced by vibration reduction for blur-free handheld shooting.
is this lens compatible with nikon dslr5200?
Check out Kenrockwell.com. He has a great web site and you can reference a Nikon Lens compatibility chart on his site. It is really a great web site and he has a wealth of knowledge posted. Hope this helps you.
10 years, 3 months ago
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WesternSky
Florida