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The Hisense QD6 Series gets you in on all the action. QLED Color displays over a billion brilliant shades of color on your screen, making your favorite games, shows and movies feel even more real. Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos immerse you in a world of dynamic images and all-encompassing sound, so you can see every blade of grass and hear every call of the ref.
Customer Rating
5
Vivid Colors and Price/Performance Leader
on May 8, 2025
Posted by: RalphHenry
I am very pleased with this QLED TV. First of all, the packaging was excellent and it did protect this unit on its journey to my door. Unpacking was made easier since once you took off the straps and cut the sealing tape, the whole box lifted off leaving only the base box-foot and the TV. A large sheet of thick cardboard inside the box covered the front of the TV in addition to the foam pieces that completely encircled the TV. You don’t want to receive a TV with a cracked screen so a tip of the cap to the Hisense package engineers. – well done.
It comes with feet but also has the VESA screw holes to mount to a wall bracket if desired. The remote is solid and does have the microphone button which is a must for me. A manual is included but is not really needed to set up this Fire TV. A Fire TV will require you to have an Amazon ID which is free. I did notice that upon initial power on, you need to wait about a minute before the TV completes the initial power-on. However subsequent power-on loads were immediate.
The color is super. The QLED technology was apparent with vibrant colors. The price performance of this TV is very nice. It's QLED technology will not have vivid OLED technology colors, however those TV’s are much more expensive.
The sound was fine, not the most robust, but you can add a soundbar if top end audio is something you require with no compromises. However, the Dolby Atmos audio does provide a fairly rich audio surround sound experience.
You can add apps during your first IPL or you can add new apps anytime. I did run the TV from an ethernet cable and also from a wireless connection. I noticed the TV can handle a 5.0 GHz connection which will allow higher WiFi speeds. For both types of connections, the TV functions operated quickly and the loading of apps and buffering of downloads was speedy. I do have a 300 Mbs internet. Note that the eherrnet port is in a separate recesssed inset area, not with the row of connectors for USB and HDMI. I almost missed spotting this port. But it does provide a better space for more easily connecting the ethernet cable connection; another tip of the cap to the engineers at Hisense.
I am enjoying this excellent TV which at 65” provides a large crystal clear screen with great colors. It has a 1-year parts and labor warranty. It does have very smooth motion for sports and also has a Game Mode. I very highly recommend this 4K Ultra HD device. I have two other Hisense TV’s so I can confidently say the reliability is top rate.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Experience the perfect fusion of bestinclass sound and fearless design. Our latest earbud doesn~t just keep up ~ it leads. Introducing Method 360 ANC with Sound by Bose: engineered for incredible audio and nonstop action.
Customer Rating
5
Great Sound and Extra Nice Charging Case
on May 5, 2025
Posted by: RalphHenry
These earbuds have been very comfortable after several hours of use, which is a very important test for me, as I'm prone to ear aches. There are half a dozen extra gel pads so you can get the right fit for your ears. The pairing was flawless. The power on design is simple, just remove them from the case. The first pairing takes just a few seconds press/hold and the buds appeared ‘ready to pair’ every time, whether I was using my laptop or my cell phone. Note you need to pair them with your phone first. Later you can connect them in the SkullCandy app. Be sure to use the newer Skull IQ app, not the old SkullCandy app.
I really appreciated the very special charging case that has been designed for these buds. They snap into place magnetically. The case is a cut above in that it is not only sturdy but it has a very functional sliding design including a keyring to hook to either my backpack; or some folks may use as a keychain. A tiip of the cap to the Skullcandy design engineers.
The sound is robust with plenty of bass and is crisp and clear both for music and cell phone calls. I have used many earbuds, these have the most vibrant sound and they also have a very good noise cancelling function. The Skull IQ app is where you can alter equalizer settings and other useful features like Hearing Modes which includes a very important 'Stay Aware' function.
The app is well thought out, it also provides you a lot of useful product information. The charge time was as advertised and I am pleased with these buds as to functionality and sound. I would highly recommend them.
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High-speed Gen4 performance for gamers is here. Introducing the Crucial~ P310 2280 Gen4 NVMe~ SSD, a leader in the Gen4 space with sequential reads/writes up to 7,100/6,000MB/s. Engineered with the latest Micron~ 3D NAND technology, the Crucial P310 comes in generous capacities and offers flexible backward compatibility, performing 2x faster than Gen3 SSDs and offering 20% faster performance in real-world tasks compared to other Gen4 SSDs when booting Windows, starting applications such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, and working with popular applications such as Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. The P310 is the NVMe storage solution that gives gamers the edge they crave.
Customer Rating
5
Very Fast Read/Write, Easy Install, Has Heatsink
on May 1, 2025
Posted by: RalphHenry
These new superfast storage modules are getting better and better and the Crucial - P310 2TB Internal SSD PCIe Gen 4 x4 NVMe M.2 is a great example. In addition it has the very necessary heatsink (for PS5) already attached (permanently). It is ideal for expanding the storage of the PS5 Playstation from Sony.
I did not know that adding this module to the PS5 was so simple, my bad. It is basically plug and play. Since the newest games require lots of storage, who wants to remove games to make space for a new game? Now you won't need to do that.
That's really part 1. Part 2 is that this device is faster than many earlier versions of NVMe. Not 1000 megabytes per second but on the order of 7000 megabytes per second for a sequential or even a random read, and around 6000 megabytes per second for write speed.
I wanted to test this unit inside a laptop so I could measure its speed. Note that if you use an NVME to USB docking station so you can attach this device as an external drive, you will be limited by the USB port speed; so you would need to test it inside the laptop in my case to the PCIe port where the OS storage is inserted.
However to clone your operating system you would still need a USB NVMe docking station for your USB connected 'destination disk' anyway (make sure it will support a form factor of M.2 2280). I already had some cloning software that also contained a speed test utility. After I cloned the Windows 11 OS to the new NVMe storage. I simply replaced it inside the laptop. Yes indeed the speed test showed the read speed over 6600 megabytes per second and just a bit slower for the write speeds. This device can operate more than 12 times faster than an external SSD drive attached to a USB port per what I measured, so it will certainly help when inserted into your PS5 both for game storage and speed. Now I verified it. Tip of the cap to the Crucial design engineers for attaching the heat sink. I May get another Crucial unit without the heat sink and permanently make my laptop faster and with more storage.
Suffice to say this Crucial product is very useful for your PS5. I highly recommend it based on its great read/write specifications, the attached heatsink and the ease of install into the PS5.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Tri-mode wireless gaming headset with ROG SpeedNova, 50 mm titanium-plated diaphragm drivers, and refined wireless sound signature, 10 mm super-wideband boom microphone, DualFlow Audio, up to 110-hour battery life, lightweight 318-g design, plus ASUS Aura Sync RGB lighting
Customer Rating
5
Well Designed to Deliver Great Sound Effects
on April 3, 2025
Posted by: RalphHenry
This headset is incredibly comfortable. My first use was with a motorsports game and it was a delight. You do get two sets of earpads which is unusual, but this is a higher-end headset. The already installed earpads were perfect for me. The earpads completely enclosed my ears and after 4 hours of gaming, I did not get the ear ache that I sometimes get. I will say they did fit loosely even at the lowest size adjustment, however they did stay put on my head. I often wear a hat so this ensured an ideal fit for my head. I also wear glasses and I did not notice any pressure on the sides of my head or nose while gaming with this super headset. The sound was crisp and I like to say it punched through with clarity of explosions as well as voice – tip of the cap to the design engineers. I do not think this would be a headset to jog with but that is not what it is designed for. I tried anyway and it was too loose.
The sound is beautiful with the 7.1 Dolby. I did see that there is no noise cancellation. However, when I adjusted the sound, I didn’t need noise cancelling, so all was well on that front. I also used this headset for music and it sounded fine with deep bass and the high-end treble reproduction was excellent.
The microphone can be removed if needed and it sits in a convenient spot on its little boom. The flexible boom has very functional adjustments to ensure it is near the side of my face, but does not interfere with vision at any angle.
It comes with a 5 foot charging cable versus those tiny cables – great. I can charge and easily play at the same time. It also comes with a 7 foot 3.5mm jack cable which can be a lifesaver if you have a long gaming session as it gives you that might-be-needed wired capability. You also get the 2.4 GHz dongle which is really better than Bluetooth for lower latency and thus gaming.
I highly recommend this well designed and very capable headset.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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On the Go Keyboard and Mouse. The GO Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard is small and mighty. Complete your minimalist work setup or pair up with a range of devices wherever you are. With up to three saved device connections and a sleek, low-profile design, this keyboard gives you style, functionality, and ultimate convenience on the GO. The GO Wireless Bluetooth Mouse is small, comfortable in your hand, and dare we say~kind of cute? Your everything go-to, it goes with you from desk to caf~ to coworking space and beyond. We see you digital nomads. Three saved device connections means you can seamlessly switch connections as easily as you switch filters.
Customer Rating
5
Dandy Keyboard for Travel and Smaller Desk
on April 1, 2025
Posted by: RalphHenry
This keyboard/mouse combo turned out to be just what I needed for my smaller desk in the bedroom (under the TV). This combo is great if you need a small footprint (mouse is 2.51 x 1.52 x 3.89 in and the keyboard is 11.24 x 0.96 x 5.13 in), as it fits a small space really nice. It is battery operated but if you keep a few AAA batteries on hand, you should be fine since both the keyboard and mouse feature an easy to open battery compartment – 1 battery for the mouse and two batteries for the keyboard.
The unit is very solid and does have several useful features that many keyboards at this price point do not have. The size makes it easy to take on a plane and since it can connect wirelessly to your cell phone, it was much easier for me to write longer memos or create documents by using my cellphone stand and this keyboard versus using the cell phone keyboard. It also allows you to use built in ‘Shortcut Keys’ to control music play commands. Since it also has a volume control knob on the keyboard this proved to be a simple way to listen to music on the plane. There are also 'Shortcut Keys' for Search, Mute, Brightness and more.
I mostly use this keyboard on my smallish desk now and have been very impressed with its functionality. The mouse is smaller too and has performed perfectly.
I would very much recommend this keyboard/mouse combo.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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System hub for Blink devices, broader smart security coverage for Blink Outdoor 4 cameras with new extended range functionality, local storage
Customer Rating
5
Very Capable Module to Connect Blink Products
on March 21, 2025
Posted by: RalphHenry
I already had a small Blink security system for my backyard consisting of an earlier Sync Module and the battery powered Outdoor-4 Floodlight with a battery powered camera attached. This system was installed via the Blink app on my Android phone. I wanted to add a second Sync module with the Blink wired-power floodlight/camera into my existing system to be positioned on the front of my garage.
It turned out that the installation of the second Sync module which was the more powerful XR model into my existing system was as simple as my first installation; just use the Blink app and follow the steps. I wanted the second system to be separated from the first so that the first backyard system could use the onboard Sync module storage and my new system could monitor the front of the house and utilize Blink’s ‘Cloud Storage’ option; the app permitted me to keep the two systems separate although under the same app. I could have used the SD card slot to maintain local storage, however I wanted a more independent record of deliveries and other motion detected in front of the house.
Blink does offer additional cameras to be purchased separately that I expect to add to my front yard system; which can be configured to my second Sync Module.
My newer Sync XR module has many enhancements including a longer range than the prior module and the new module can control up to 10 devices. The Sync XR also has an SD card slot instead of the previous version's USB port; which is a nice upgrade if you opt for local storage so you have no monthly cost. I did like that the Sync XR was packaged very well and the power adapter to plug in, plus the USB power cable were included – nice job Blink people.
My experience is that the Blink products connect very easily to your home WiFi. Also let’s say if you have a power outage, when power is restored the Blink devices all come up ‘automagically’ and reconnect on their own. This is a situation I tested, and Blink products worked great.
I would highly recommend this well-made and very functional Blink Sync XR Module.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Introducing the performance V700 Neo: where innovation meets entertainment in the palm of your hand. Experience cinema-quality visuals with native 1080P resolution and 400 lumens brightness, bringing your favorite movies to life with breathtaking clarity. Say goodbye to extra devices~streaming content is seamlessly integrated, offering instant access to a plethora of entertainment options. With auto focus and auto keystone correction, enjoy hassle-free setup and consistently sharp, distortion-free images in any environment. Whether it's movie marathons, gaming nights, or professional presentations, the V700Neo redefines versatility and convenience, making every viewing experience an unforgettable journey.
Customer Rating
5
Great Sound/Picture and Has Google TV Built-in
on February 25, 2025
Posted by: RalphHenry
This is a very capable projector with an extended capability which is that it has Google TV incorporated into the projector - wow. Tip of the cap to the engineers for adding this functionality. There is a quick start guide and a well-done user manual supplied with the projector along with an HDMI cable. Several long q-tips are also provided for cleaning as needed – look on the bottom of the projector for cleaning instructions – this is a nice and very easy cleaning feature.
The screen size can be varied and the max projection size is recommended at 90 inches, this makes a very good movie-theater-size of TV. The unit does have an extendable foot, so no need to prop it up with a book which otherwise may have been needed. A ¼ inch threaded hole is available to hang the projector from the ceiling as well – very handy and I used the ceiling hanging option.
There are amazing features for autofocus and auto keystone correction that work really well. The unit will magically level a projection. The technology is first rate for this unit. The projector also has the functions to work with Google Home and the ability to 'cast' from a laptop or cell phone. I tested these functions and they are great. The software allows you to use any app to project via your cell phone apps. I tried a few like Gmail and the unit displayed the app contents with my inbox items right on the big screen – great. Casting was also very simple. I would recommend running through the projector’s menus to see all the great capabilities.
I did encounter a problem trying to first use this projector with Google Home. It seemed the Quick Start guide wanted me to connect the WiFi via adding a device to Google Home but this did not work for me. I was not able to utilize a WiFi connection even though the app said it was connected. I then selected the prompt to use 'Basic TV' instead of Google Home and was able to connect and display the normal app menu that included streaming apps like Prime, YouTube, HULU etc. This approach was successful. Later when I opened Google Home the projector was also there. This point might help other users avoid my misfire; and possibly the Vankyo folks can make the quick start process more clear.
The projected display was excellent; bright and colorful. The sound may actually be the most powerful and superior asset for this projector. I was very impressed with the bass, the higher volume ability and no audio distortion. Relative to price versus performance this projector is an outstanding value and I highly recommend this wonderful unit.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Take your creations to new heights with HMD Skyline. Its cameras are packing tricks to help your shots really take off. Most of us know the feeling of dropping a phone and cracking the screen. With HMD Skyline, it~s not that big of a deal. Its Gen2 repairability basically means that you can just pop off the back cover and you~re in. Then removing the screws and replacing the screen in a breeze after that. Best of all, the phone looks like it comes from a catwalk and not a factory floor. We can~t turn off all the background noise in your life. But help us help you with some of it. Activate the digital Detox Mode to disable the visibility to your social apps. Don~t worry, they~ll be there when you turn the mode off. Until then, enjoy some time in the real world. We~ve also added a touch more zen to the rest of your Android . The Balance Interface, has a few things moved around to make finding them easier. It even sounds more chill with alarms, notification sounds and ringtones that won~t have you jumping out of your skin. Make your phone more ~you~ with the Custom Button. You can set it up so that it does one thing when you hold it, and another thing when you double-press it. It~s your shortcut to your favorite game, navigating home, asking the AI-powered assistant of your choice weird questions, and more.
Customer Rating
5
Well Designed Phone with Great Features
on January 23, 2025
Posted by: RalphHenry
The Skyline HMD TA-1600 is a very solid phone that has a large clear 6.55 inch screen. I really loved the balanced feel of the phone and the smooth edges. At its price-point, it is a very competitive value and has some features that do certainly make it standout.
My first testing was to make phone calls and receive calls and messages. I did use a sim card from a major carrier this phone is unlocked so there were no compatibility problems. Everything worked great. Android 14 was running, I also noticed photos had outstanding color and clarity (I’m not too good at photos so the cameras really helped me). It has 4 cameras with one of the three rear facing ones at 108 meg pixels – wow. It has broad capilities for photos as it is nicely engineered for all types of photos including telephoto and ultrawide. Tip of the cap to the designers.
This phone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3. Corning Gorilla Glass 3 is much more scratch resistant than Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for example, and is cheaper than Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, so that helps the price point as well. The screen is p-OLED which has advantages since the substrate is not glass (like OLED) but is polymer based. The plastic substrate allows p-OLED displays to be more shock-resistant and more flexible. I need the scratch resistance since sometimes I get butter-fingered.
A very unique design point is the user-capable screen replacement. This feature is nothing short of amazing. Basically, the back cover which is aluminum, can easily be removed. There is a small Torx headed screw to turn that will lift/push an edge of the back cover away from the phone so that you can use a tool (I use a guitar pick) to get the back off a phone. Follow the procedure and voila, you have replaced the screen yourself; for clumsy folks like me this is a great feature if needed.
The system chip is the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 which has a smaller semiconductor size than most chips; this will reduce power needs. So that is another advantage from the design of the HMD Skyline phone. Battery capacity is fine at 4600 mAh which is very nice. It does have wireless charging; which I tested and that works very well. There is a fingerprint detector on the back of the phone, it is nicely positioned to make it intuitive to place your finger, another tip of the cap to the designers. RAM is smaller at 8GB; I would prefer 12 GB or larger (larger RAM is available as options for this phone). The phone has a 256GB GB internal storage and is expandable. A MicroSD card is included which is housed with the SIM card - tip of the cap for the engineers using this dual design point.
The Skyline has a higher refresh rate than even more expensive phones that I considered. The high refresh rate will make the screen visuals smoother. I played around with some color generators and the phone colors and images really popped, images were very crisp and clear. This screen would be great for games and other animations.
I would highly recommend this excellent cell phone. It works with all major carriers and I successfully tested all functions with one of the major carriers. It is a great value at its price point.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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2.4X higher speed with lower signal delays and interference ~ 4096-QAM enables fluent 4K/8K streaming, online AR/VR, and unbelievable gaming experience
Customer Rating
5
Powerful Mesh Router, App Needs Some updates
on January 5, 2025
Posted by: RalphHenry
The ASUS ZenWiFi BE5000 router turned out to be quite powerful with solid WiFi, but there are a few things the manufacturer needs to clean up to make the install better. Let me talk about the great stuff first.
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This mesh system out performed my other two home networks. It was 30 to 40 Mbps faster than my ISP provided WiFi router. It was also 15-25 Mbps faster than my other mesh network provided by another brand. I spread the nodes out to the farthest corners of my house and all the nodes synced up nicely; but I did the initial setup with the nodes only a couple inches apart, then you move them. I checked the longest distance apart to be about 50 feet which was no problem for the ASUS BE5000 - great.
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This mesh system out performed my other two home networks. It was 30 to 40 Mbps faster than my ISP provided WiFi router. It was also 15-25 Mbps faster than my other mesh network provided by another brand. I spread the nodes out to the farthest corners of my house and all the nodes synced up nicely; but I did the initial setup with the nodes only a couple inches apart, then you move them. I checked the longest distance apart to be about 50 feet which was no problem for the ASUS BE5000 - great.
The technology is the latest in speed and features. The MLO technology makes things visibly faster and I verified this via actual measurements several times. This mesh system also has the fastest WiFi 7 (802.11be) which ensures you will be able to take advantage of new devices that can support these speeds. Another really great feature is ASUS Protection Pro which this router provides with lifetime free support. This helps ensure the safety and security of your network; an example might be shutting you off from dangerous websites that your antivirus and other software might miss.
It is very much plug and play and I do tip my cap to the engineers for taking a leap forward to simplify the install process. There is no documentation in the box, but it is not a problem since the ASUS Router App will take you through everything from power up to configuration. Some things in the app are not optimal yet. First of all there are two ethernet ports on each node. Neither is marked WAN, but you can assume that you can plug your base unit into either port to do the install, the app needs to be updated to tell you that you can use either port (instead it said the opposite). Also the BE5000 is not listed with other Zen routers, so again you have to assume that you make the selection of the Zen routers anyway.
You connect an ethernet cable to one of the nodes and then power them all on. I like that there is an on/off switch on each node. You wait till all nodes show a solid blue LED; then follow the app instructions. A couple more missing things in the app: you scan the QR code on the ethernet-connected node but not the others. The app should show a note on this. Since many times things can go wrong during a setup, if the documentation is unclear it makes the process more tedious.
After my initial setup, the system was totally unstable. The base node showed a white LED which is good, but the other two nodes alternated between green or blue flashing LED’s. Also two access points appeared. The one I named and another with the same name but “_IoT” added. I figured out this was a Guest access point, but it didn’t tell me that. I could connect to the “IoT” SSD but not to the one I named; it kept saying check your password, which was never wrong. I checked on some troubleshooting and was presented with some FAQ’s from ASUS that were pretty muddy and didn’t seem to apply specifically to this Zen WiFi unit. I turned off all the nodes, waited 30 seconds and turned them all back on. Now all the LEDs were white and everything was okay. I should note I had moved the nodes from 2 feet apart to 2 inches apart. Later I could move them anywhere and they worked fine. So the app should say two things more I think: the initial setup should have the nodes within a couple inches of each other, and a first troubleshooting step is to power off then power on all the boxes.
Ultimately I would highly recommend this Zen WiFi mesh router. It has many advantages and speed is the most important feature and it clearly outperformed my other networks.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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27" Dual-Resolution IPS gaming monitor with dynamic switching between 4K at 180Hz and FHD at 360Hz. Featuring NVIDIA G-SYNC compatibility and DCI-P3 95% color coverage.
Customer Rating
5
Super Capable for Speedy Games and 4K Movies
on December 30, 2024
Posted by: RalphHenry
The Alienware AW2725QF 27" IPS monitor is a superior product. No concerns with shipping this product to yourself, as the packaging is extremely well done and mine arrived in mint condition. This powerhouse is a bit heavy because of the solid design. The stand is terrific. It can move up/down to your desired height and will stay put where you leave it. The stand base is perfectly designed to ensure the unit is very stable on your table or desk. So along with great specs it has a well thought out physical design. I tried to make it unstable but it was always solid; very nice design work and a tip of the cap to the engineers who did this stand design (stand performance is a particular emphasis for me since I get a bit animated at times, and am clumsy sometimes).
This is a 4K monitor so it will be 4 times the pixels of a normal full high-definition screen and it does display small letters/numbers as well as animated graphics the best I’ve seen.
I did notice when I first installed it that the demo screen came up. All you need to do to dismiss this, is touch the joystick under the middle bottom of the screen. It took me a few minutes to figure that out.
The specifications are very strong so it is wonderful for fast-paced high-graphic video games. Response time is .5 ms for this beautiful IPS LED screen. It is great for 4K movies as well as games; the movies really popped. It is not an OLED display, however the price tradeoff was better for me as OLED is much more expensive. You do have the 180 Hz Refresh Rate and Freesync which ensured crisp animation for every game I tried. You also have 2 HDMI Ports if you like split screen gaming. Other ports included a Display Port and 3 USB ports.
I do recommend this fine monitor, it was a step up for me at a reasonable price.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Only at Best Buy Dell Inspiron Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Enjoy the convenience of a tablet or the functionality of a computer with this Dell Inspiron Starlord laptop. The 15-inch touch screen makes viewing the small details on websites simple, and the Intel Core processor keeps the computer running commands quickly. This Dell Inspiron Starlord laptop has a backlit keyboard so you can type in the dark.
Overall
4 out of 5
4 out of 5physically shake the laptop? Warning
By Kevin
After looking for a powerful engineering laptop to meet my need, this Dell product is a great one. Design is great, sleek, and powerful. Has windows hello, hd screen and a 2 in 1. However it only has 2 USB ports. I wish dell would added more ports. Fast boot up with ssd, and a good backlight keyboard. However after a week of use, when I would hold the laptop and walk you could here a sound. Now this is when it is off. It seems that something is moving inside or it could be from the manufacture. So I returned it and sought to get the replacement. They opened the replacement and when they shaked it the same sound came from it. The best buy rep seemed to say its nothing and it does not matter where I presented this laptop to a computer engineer at my school, who told be its should not be doing that. Now the one on display did not have the defect. But it is amazing that a laptop of this power has this defect. So to wrap up, if you want to buy this laptop make sure to shake it. Seems weird but you don't want to end up loosing your money
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
Can Expand Number of USB Ports
February 10, 2017
As you say it has only one 2.0 and only one 3.0 USB port, but this is easily mitigated. For about $20 you can purchase a 4 port USB hub for when you may need added ports. You won't notice any speed difference. Here's one at BBuy: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/insignia-4-port-usb-3-0-hub-black/4333600.p?skuId=4333600 PS: My unit does not make any noise when you shake it, and unless it needs to turn on the fan it has zero noise in operation. I did the fan and it is noticeable but that's good since it is being turned on to ensure cooling.
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Passport~ mini offers convenient amplification for any instrument or microphone. It's perfect for performances by street musicians and students, as well as a basic public address system for events and presentations. It goes anywhere thanks to its dual AC- or Battery-powered capabilities. It can even be used as a music media playback system or computer recording interface.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Great Little Amp & PC Software
By RalphHenry
from Raleigh, NC
This amp is tremendous. No hum and lots of adjustments that at first seem over whelming, but then you catch on and it is reasonably simply to operate. The Fender Fuse software is great. I played around and could hear the difference easily as I changed presets and effects. It is not powerful, but it does have 7 watts RMS, fine for in the house. The software is cool, anything you change on the computer changes the adjustments in the little amp flawlessly. First thing I did was follow the instructions to upgrade the firmware to pick up any fixes or enhancements. Then you just have a ball playing around. It does have a vocal and instrument channel as well as an IPOD or other input. I ran it on batteries as well as AC with the included adapter. It also includes your USB cable to connect to the computer. I'm not an expert so this helps me learn about a lot of effects and styles by letting you hear the differences. GREAT. If you are an experienced guitar player, you will probably have other amps but this one may be nice to practice and learn with.
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
Got Another One
February 16, 2017
I gave the first one to my Uncle. I got another one used from a friend that did not work. However it appears that only a loose wire was the cause so it is now fixed. Also did not work on battery power, but I found that the spring contacts for the batteries were smashed down and didn't actually make contact. Once I pulled the contacts out the unit began to work on battery power as well as AC. So if you find a unit not working on battery power check the contacts.
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We know pets makes messes. Whether it's tracked-in mud or bathroom accidents, BISSELL~ ProHeat 2X~ Revolution~ Pet Pro Plus carpet cleaner handles those though pet messes with its exclusive Pet Pro Cleanup System. This system includes a CleanShot~ pretreater to remove spots and stains; the 2-in-1 Pet Upholstery Tool to remove pet hair, stains and odors from upholstery, a trial-size of BISSELL~ PET PRO OXY Urine Eliminator formula, and an EZ Clean Brush Roll Cover to make maintaining the machine easy. When used in MAX Clean Mode, you get powerful cleaning that outcleans the leading rental*** and leaves carpet dry in about 30 minutes with Express Clean Mode.** All of this cleaning power comes in a lightweight and maneuverable machine with a low-profile foot that gets under furniture. But this machine doesn't just pick up after pets, it helps save them, too. BISSELL~ proudly supports BISSELL Pet Foundation~ and its mission to help save homeless pets. When you buy a BISSELL product, you help save pets, too. We~re proud to design products that help make pet messes, odors and pet homelessness disappear.***Cleaning results based on ASTM F2828 using BISSELL PET PRO OXY Urine Eliminator formula in MAX clean mode against the Rug Doctor Mighty Pro X3 carpet cleaner using their top selling formula.**Express Clean Mode (reference instruction in user guide). Tested on new carpet with protectant. Results may vary.
Overall
2 out of 5
2 out of 5Sadly, Very disappointed with this cleaner
By Laddie
Pros - Light weight and easy to maneuver - intuitive design makes it easy to use and nice design.
Cons - very low suction and seems to clog up after one use. No horsepower listed on the box and was told it was very powerful by a sales person.
The story - I went to Best Buy to purchase the Hoover SteamVac F7452-900 All Terrain Steam Cleaner with SpinScrub which is advertised being at the store. I have had the Hoover model for over 5 years and it has been an incredible workhorse typically using it twice a week. Strong suction and allowed for quick drying over large areas. We moved from a 6-bedroom home of 3,300 square feet to a 1,000 foot two bedroom two bath apartment. Didn't think I would need all the power of the Hoover but with two small dogs, well, they sometimes miss the puppy pads. I'm hoping I will be able to return the new Bissell for a Hoover.
BEST BUY - this is not a fault of Best Buy - they are a great store that carries quality items - unfortunately I didn't do the homework needed to evaluate this product adequately - I should have waited for the Hoover that I wanted...
Cons - very low suction and seems to clog up after one use. No horsepower listed on the box and was told it was very powerful by a sales person.
The story - I went to Best Buy to purchase the Hoover SteamVac F7452-900 All Terrain Steam Cleaner with SpinScrub which is advertised being at the store. I have had the Hoover model for over 5 years and it has been an incredible workhorse typically using it twice a week. Strong suction and allowed for quick drying over large areas. We moved from a 6-bedroom home of 3,300 square feet to a 1,000 foot two bedroom two bath apartment. Didn't think I would need all the power of the Hoover but with two small dogs, well, they sometimes miss the puppy pads. I'm hoping I will be able to return the new Bissell for a Hoover.
BEST BUY - this is not a fault of Best Buy - they are a great store that carries quality items - unfortunately I didn't do the homework needed to evaluate this product adequately - I should have waited for the Hoover that I wanted...
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
Must Vacuum First
May 10, 2017
I think I know why you might have less suction or clogging. I learned this the hard way. It is best to vacuum the carpet prior to using this machine - actually every carpet shampooer requires this step. You may have skipped doing this, but if not you may need to use the tool they include and slide it into the nozzle and remove any hair and other clogs. Anyway it worked great for me. The other area to check is the 'red filter' below the dirty tank, I noticed this gets pretty much completely covered and although you clean the tank you need to also clean this filter (see page 16 of the manual Step 5). Hope this helps.
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Kick your listening experience up to a whole new level with wireless JLab Audio Epic Bluetooth earbuds. The 10-hour battery life lets you enjoy your music all day, and crystal clear radical sound creates a smooth, precise and memorable listening experience. Get the most out of your music, phone calls and audio books with JLab Audio Epic Bluetooth earbuds.
Overall
1 out of 5
1 out of 5Cheap Materials, Bad Sound, Poor Quality Control
By ryanmcv
I wanted to like these, but JLab really dropped the ball with my set of Epic2 headphones. I'd normally list the pros first, but I'm so disappointed that I'm starting with the cons.
CONS:
- The Epic2s are supposed to come with 6 pairs of silicone ear tips. Well, I got 6 ear tips, but not 6 PAIRS of ear tips. My box only had 1 of each type of ear tip. Yes, I looked everywhere - inside the carrying case, in every plastic bag -- they're not there.
- After I removed the headphones from the box, I noticed that the black coating on the cord was starting to peel. This is probably because JLab forcefully bends the cord to fit it into the awkward box. Not a good first impression, and I'm sure it's only going to get worse.
- It's too bad that JLab didn't provide all of the ear tips, because the ones that come installed by default do not fit me well at all. They are way too small for my ears and slide out while I'm running. It would have been nice to try another set of ear tips, but I obviously can't do that.
- These things just aren't comfortable on my ears. The over-ear loops just feel awkward and don't allow much room for adjustment.
- The cord is just ridiculously long. The headphones come with 2 cable clips (which I actually got - yay!), but they are awkward to use and you're warned that using them might kill your Bluetooth connection. No thanks.
- The volume and track control buttons are horribly placed. I feel like I have to reach around and grab the back of my neck if I want to adjust the volume.
- Speaking of sound and volume, these headphones just don't sound good. They are way too bass-heavy and voices/dialogue sound extremely muted.
- The Epic2s are supposed to come with 6 pairs of silicone ear tips. Well, I got 6 ear tips, but not 6 PAIRS of ear tips. My box only had 1 of each type of ear tip. Yes, I looked everywhere - inside the carrying case, in every plastic bag -- they're not there.
- After I removed the headphones from the box, I noticed that the black coating on the cord was starting to peel. This is probably because JLab forcefully bends the cord to fit it into the awkward box. Not a good first impression, and I'm sure it's only going to get worse.
- It's too bad that JLab didn't provide all of the ear tips, because the ones that come installed by default do not fit me well at all. They are way too small for my ears and slide out while I'm running. It would have been nice to try another set of ear tips, but I obviously can't do that.
- These things just aren't comfortable on my ears. The over-ear loops just feel awkward and don't allow much room for adjustment.
- The cord is just ridiculously long. The headphones come with 2 cable clips (which I actually got - yay!), but they are awkward to use and you're warned that using them might kill your Bluetooth connection. No thanks.
- The volume and track control buttons are horribly placed. I feel like I have to reach around and grab the back of my neck if I want to adjust the volume.
- Speaking of sound and volume, these headphones just don't sound good. They are way too bass-heavy and voices/dialogue sound extremely muted.
PROS:
- They turn on and connect to Bluetooth as expected.
- Comes with a nice carrying case.
- Battery life estimate of 12 hours seems to be accurate.
- They turn on and connect to Bluetooth as expected.
- Comes with a nice carrying case.
- Battery life estimate of 12 hours seems to be accurate.
OVERALL:
I've emailed JLab to see about getting replacement ear tips, but even with those, I think I'll still avoid these headphones. I wouldn't want the cord to start peeling apart mid-workout. The title of this review says it all: these headphones are made from cheap materials, have bad sound quality, and apparently go through minimal quality control processes. Avoid at all costs.
I've emailed JLab to see about getting replacement ear tips, but even with those, I think I'll still avoid these headphones. I wouldn't want the cord to start peeling apart mid-workout. The title of this review says it all: these headphones are made from cheap materials, have bad sound quality, and apparently go through minimal quality control processes. Avoid at all costs.
RalphHenry
Raleigh, NC
Just on the ear tips
June 30, 2017
I know you said they were not included and you looked hard, but I found the small bag with one half of the ear tips and on the placard the other half of each size were connected in the cardboard. I would agree it was odd packaging. But I have a feeling that you might (just maybe) have easily tossed them, baby-with-bath-water style.
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