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- First reviewNovember 17, 2012
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The new Alienware x17 is super thin, extremely light laptop . Now’s your chance to game with gear that knows no boundaries. The Alienware x17 gaming laptops with advanced Alienware Cryo-Tech™ cooling defy boundaries. Introducing Element 31 thermal interface material and a Quad-Fan Design. We are incorporating more fan blades, more copper materials, and vapor chambers to deliver ample power while dissipating the heat more efficiently and allowing the fans to run less resulting in reduced noise. The x17 features five tailored power states, and grants access to thousands of games with Windows. Alienware laptops will bring your favorite games into hyper-reality with Windows DirectX 12 Ultimate. Constructed with magnesium alloy and aluminum parts gamers can experience the evolved Legend Industrial Design that reimagines the way you game. The Alienware x17 is equipped with 11th Gen Intel processors, has more storage options with dual drives featuring SSD and includes powerful NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 30-series discrete graphics.
Customer Rating
5
Good, well rounded Laptop
on October 19, 2021
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
Setup:
It is your typical Windows 10 setup. Answer the questions and enter. Alienware at least didn't overload the PC with a ton of Dell Bloat either. Out of the gate there was a bunch of updates for the BIOS and other drivers and it is recommended you go ahead and let those install and reboot. Make sure everything gets setup and patched from Dell and reboot a few times to ensure a healthy system and you should be ready to go.
Alienware does allow for an overclock on the GPU and while conservative it does help boost the performance of the Laptop version of the 3070 to boost it beyond that of normal laptop GPU's.
Additionally they seem to have the cooling system well designed that keeps the GPU/CPU under 85C, at least when I stressed it with 3D Mark.
Overall the system is fairly well balanced and out of the box the performance seemed great.
Also the camera supports Windows Hello, which allows for fast face logins which is wonderful and handy and works well in most lighting conditions. So that is a nice bonus you don't see on most gaming laptops a good camera, but also one that supports Windows hello.
The IPS 360hz 1080p display that is 17" is awesome and looks fantastic when doing anything from playing games to consuming media.
The sound on the laptop is good too and fairly loud for a laptop which is a nice change. Though I do recommend headphones since during intense gaming the fans can get loud to keep the device cool.
Dell also gets bonus points for publishing on their website a guide to opening the case and adding/swapping RAM since 16GB is fine for gaming but since the CPU is 8 Core and 16 thread monster it allows me to use it for work and support Virtual Machines too so I will be upgrading the RAM to something a lot more to support VM's. However if your gaming you should be fine.
Also the 11800H is a great CPU. Able to power through any task well and providing not only a lot of threads for Gaming and Streaming if you wanted, but also a large L3 cache which really helps keeping the cores fed.
The only weird thing is the the USB/Ethernet and most other connectors are in the back. Which for a large laptop is a pain to reach and plug in if you need to add something, but no more then if you were working with a desktop.
My largest annoyance is the Power adapter. Dell provides one with a VERY bright LED that shows it has power. In a dark room this is really annoying and while I can tune all the other RGB this I can't turn off and had to mask off with tape. That really is my only major issue.
Overall this is a fantastic laptop. If I was to change 2 things I'd increase the RAM (which would make it perfect for streaming or other work since the display is awesome and the chip can support light content creation I'm sure) and another NVME SSD. But to dell's credit's they made it easy and provide a clear guide on how to remove the laptop's case bottom and swap ram/add another NVME drive. So if you need a desktop replacement to play games/content creation/VM's on the go this is a great laptop to start with and use.
It is your typical Windows 10 setup. Answer the questions and enter. Alienware at least didn't overload the PC with a ton of Dell Bloat either. Out of the gate there was a bunch of updates for the BIOS and other drivers and it is recommended you go ahead and let those install and reboot. Make sure everything gets setup and patched from Dell and reboot a few times to ensure a healthy system and you should be ready to go.
Alienware does allow for an overclock on the GPU and while conservative it does help boost the performance of the Laptop version of the 3070 to boost it beyond that of normal laptop GPU's.
Additionally they seem to have the cooling system well designed that keeps the GPU/CPU under 85C, at least when I stressed it with 3D Mark.
Overall the system is fairly well balanced and out of the box the performance seemed great.
Also the camera supports Windows Hello, which allows for fast face logins which is wonderful and handy and works well in most lighting conditions. So that is a nice bonus you don't see on most gaming laptops a good camera, but also one that supports Windows hello.
The IPS 360hz 1080p display that is 17" is awesome and looks fantastic when doing anything from playing games to consuming media.
The sound on the laptop is good too and fairly loud for a laptop which is a nice change. Though I do recommend headphones since during intense gaming the fans can get loud to keep the device cool.
Dell also gets bonus points for publishing on their website a guide to opening the case and adding/swapping RAM since 16GB is fine for gaming but since the CPU is 8 Core and 16 thread monster it allows me to use it for work and support Virtual Machines too so I will be upgrading the RAM to something a lot more to support VM's. However if your gaming you should be fine.
Also the 11800H is a great CPU. Able to power through any task well and providing not only a lot of threads for Gaming and Streaming if you wanted, but also a large L3 cache which really helps keeping the cores fed.
The only weird thing is the the USB/Ethernet and most other connectors are in the back. Which for a large laptop is a pain to reach and plug in if you need to add something, but no more then if you were working with a desktop.
My largest annoyance is the Power adapter. Dell provides one with a VERY bright LED that shows it has power. In a dark room this is really annoying and while I can tune all the other RGB this I can't turn off and had to mask off with tape. That really is my only major issue.
Overall this is a fantastic laptop. If I was to change 2 things I'd increase the RAM (which would make it perfect for streaming or other work since the display is awesome and the chip can support light content creation I'm sure) and another NVME SSD. But to dell's credit's they made it easy and provide a clear guide on how to remove the laptop's case bottom and swap ram/add another NVME drive. So if you need a desktop replacement to play games/content creation/VM's on the go this is a great laptop to start with and use.
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The JLab GO Air POP True Wireless Earbuds have changed the game for accessible audio products. With a massive 32+ hour total playtime, you can expect 8+ hours in each earbud off a single charge and 3 more charges from the case. Ready for business calls to workouts and everything in between, the GO Air POP earbuds feature 3 custom EQ sound settings to choose from, touch sensors, universal mics in both earbuds, and IPX4 water resistance.
Customer Rating
5
Comfortable Earbuds finally
on October 5, 2021
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
Setup/Charging
The case is nice and small and the earbuds sit in fine. JLab has the charging cord as part of the case. That is a plus and minus. Plus you always have a charging cable ready to go to top off the case. Downside is cable is part of the case.so if it get damaged won't be an easy fix. So take care of the cable.
The case is nice and small and the earbuds sit in fine. JLab has the charging cord as part of the case. That is a plus and minus. Plus you always have a charging cable ready to go to top off the case. Downside is cable is part of the case.so if it get damaged won't be an easy fix. So take care of the cable.
Fit
The fit in the ear are some of the most comfortable I've had. Most ear bugs I can only keep in for about 30-40 minutes in my left ear. These I could keep and not feel like my ear was hurting. So that was a wonderful win
The fit in the ear are some of the most comfortable I've had. Most ear bugs I can only keep in for about 30-40 minutes in my left ear. These I could keep and not feel like my ear was hurting. So that was a wonderful win
Sound:
Sound is good. Bluetooth works fine and I had no issue. They sounded good and block out enough noise that while I miss ANC it didn't stop me from using them and listening to my music/audio books without issue.
Sound is good. Bluetooth works fine and I had no issue. They sounded good and block out enough noise that while I miss ANC it didn't stop me from using them and listening to my music/audio books without issue.
Overall these are a great pair of ear buds that are comfortable to wear sound great and come in a small and easy to carry package.
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Enjoy the ease of the all-new Dinamica Plus Connected, a fully-automatic espresso machine that precisely prepares 16 barista-style beverages at the touch of a button. Experience the simplistic elegance of a colorful touch-display that intelligently controls a built-in conical grinder, delivering maximum freshness and flavor with every use. The new Coffee Link App levels up personalization like never before by letting you save up to 3 custom profiles complete with recipe favorites. You’re just a touch away from expertly tailored coffee, tips and tricks, and even machine maintenance updates. From recipe selection to first sip, this masterful machine is built to deliver authentic espresso in the comfort of your home.
Customer Rating
5
Best way to stay over Caffeinated All Day
on September 23, 2021
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
Overall if you want to make coffee that fits you, this is the machine.
I am really impressed with the coffee from this machine. My consumption of coffee and coffee drinks has skyrocketed because overall it is just so easy to use and customize to your liking. The fact that it froths automatically and I don't have to worry about temps or anything and it just goes in is great and the coffee itself is great. Its also handy. The fact I can just heat water up for tea is a bonus and its quick. The app works well if you want to customize and setup profiles. but since I'm the only coffee person in the house its all mine. Honestly the options are great and getting the coffee adjusted, grind/flavor to you isn't hard. Once you dial it you get the same cup of coffee/espresso or whatever every time. Its great.
Honestly if you want that cup of coffee dialed in to your liking and not have to go out and pray the person making it gets it right, then this is definitely the machine for you. Honestly I never had a machine make such prefect smooth well ground coffee every time. If you love coffee and want the cup the way you want from your beans this is definitely the device. I can't recommend it enough
I am really impressed with the coffee from this machine. My consumption of coffee and coffee drinks has skyrocketed because overall it is just so easy to use and customize to your liking. The fact that it froths automatically and I don't have to worry about temps or anything and it just goes in is great and the coffee itself is great. Its also handy. The fact I can just heat water up for tea is a bonus and its quick. The app works well if you want to customize and setup profiles. but since I'm the only coffee person in the house its all mine. Honestly the options are great and getting the coffee adjusted, grind/flavor to you isn't hard. Once you dial it you get the same cup of coffee/espresso or whatever every time. Its great.
Honestly if you want that cup of coffee dialed in to your liking and not have to go out and pray the person making it gets it right, then this is definitely the machine for you. Honestly I never had a machine make such prefect smooth well ground coffee every time. If you love coffee and want the cup the way you want from your beans this is definitely the device. I can't recommend it enough
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Instant’s Air Purifier uses sophisticated technology to deliver cleaner air, giving you peace of mind. It also removes 99.9% of other viruses and bacteria from treated air. And the built-in sensors monitor the air quality and adjust the fan speed automatically, to work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The advanced filtration system includes a HEPA-13 filter with carbon layer that captures 99.97% of dust, dander, smoke, and other ultrafine impurities in the air and helps reduce smells. Plasma ion technology projects positive and negative ions for cleaner air. Instant Air Purifier starts delivering cleaner air in minutes and completely recycles the room’s air 5 times per hour. With Instant Air Purifier, you’ll inhale cleaner air, and exhale peace of mind. And it comes from the makers of Instant Pot, with all the quality, convenience, and versatility you’ve come to expect from Instant.
Customer Rating
5
Perfect for the Kitchen for me
on September 23, 2021
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
Set this up in the kitchen to help out keep the air clear as we cook and I have been very happy. It isn't too loud and does a great job in helping keeping the air clear. Not much more to say then it just works and is really nice.
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Cook meals on your schedule, and take them on the go! The Crockpot 7-Quart Cook & Carry Slow Cooker makes it easy. It has a travel-proof locking lid that seals tightly to prevent leaks and spills. Its sturdy handles make lifting and carrying it a breeze, whether on the go or at home. With its matte Mushroom color and Scandinavian design sensibility, this slow cooker fits seamlessly into minimalist, uncluttered spaces. Its Auto-Warm setting keeps food at the ideal temperature until you are ready to serve it. It also includes a 16-oz. Little Dipper warmer, which is perfect for sauces, sides, dips, and more. With a 7-quart capacity, it cooks meals for 9+ people, perfect for feeding a crowd. The stoneware bowl is removable and oven-safe. Cleaning this Crockpot slow cooker is easy: the stoneware and the glass lid are dishwasher-safe. For busy people who want nutritious home-cooked meals, this slow cooker makes mealtime easier—and looks great on your countertop, too!
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
This is a very simple Crockpot which is a plus and minus. If you used a crockpot there is nothing fancy, low and high with set times. So if you wanted to set something for 5 and half hours you can't. The times are set, so if you need to go over/under you will have to manage. Not horrible, just would be nice to set and forget. Otherwise its great. The lid is great and secure and locks down to make transport easy as well keep as much vapor/liquid in during long cooks Overall the crockpot worked perfect. The small warmer is ok, but nothing special and not sure how much I'd use, but the main crockpot with the secure lid is awesome, esp. during tailgate season. Means you can make your chilli store it and transport without worrying about a messy spill.
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MEET INNER SOUND: Sound is music we love, noise we wish to avoid, and voices we do not want to miss.Introducing Devialet Gemini True Wireless earbuds: giving you the best of sound, in all its dimensions. Transforming 15 years of acoustics R&D and engineering into a portable design you can enjoy on the move.
Customer Rating
5
Wonderful Soundstage
on September 12, 2021
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
Overall the setup of these earbuds, esp. with the app was easy enough to get paired with the app and then my phone. Placing them in the ear is comfortable once you adjust the ear tips to your ear and it is the first ear bud manufacture to say hey try different sizes based on ears. Never though of that and it helped finding a comfortable tip for each ear. The app is nice as you can adjust the not only the ANC and the transparency to the environment and your needs but the overall the EQ to get the soundstage you require that sounds great for you. Didn't have issues with the app and liked that it provided information around the battery charge of each ear bud. The app helps make these much more useful ear buds.
Sound was great I was able to dial in a sound that suited me and adjust the ANC to get it to work based on if I needed to hear the surroundings or not and change it easily on the fly with the app.
Overall these are a nice sounding set of ear bugs in a a great case with good battery life that sound great with options to make the ANC useful and allow you to dial in the ambient sounds so you can talk to people.
Sound was great I was able to dial in a sound that suited me and adjust the ANC to get it to work based on if I needed to hear the surroundings or not and change it easily on the fly with the app.
Overall these are a nice sounding set of ear bugs in a a great case with good battery life that sound great with options to make the ANC useful and allow you to dial in the ambient sounds so you can talk to people.
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The Arozzi Favo is a featherweight Mouse with the powerful Pixart 3389 sensor and Omron 20M switches. The honeycomb pattern provides ventilation to keep your palms cool and fresh during use. The Arozzi Favo Ultra Light Gaming Mouse will raise your game to a new level!
Customer Rating
5
Finally a Mouse that I didn't need to Configure
on August 16, 2021
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
Finally a mouse that I just had to plug into my PC and start gaming without having to install software. It felt good with the default settings. It was awesome to go. Was very impressed. It was smooth, and light. Felt great in the hand and was easy to use and get beat as I usually. But at least I couldn't blame my mouse settings. This is just a perfect mouse for me. Feels good, and they have software if you need profiles/adjust RGB and all that, but finally a mouse that just worked. This is a great mouse and I can't say enough for my new Daily Driver.
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Get additional storage space for your gaming console with this Western Digital WD_BLACK D30 game drive SSD for Xbox Series X/S. Optimized read speeds of up to 900MB/sec. ensure fast load times, while the 1TB capacity provides plenty of space for large titles. Featuring a 10 Gbps. USB Type-C interface, this Western Digital WD_BLACK D30 game drive SSD lets you quickly transfer large files.
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
This is a great "little" NVME Drive. WD case for this drive seems a bit larger then necessary, but considering this is for the XBOX portability isn't something you'd normally require.
Installation of the Drive is easy enough and it allows you to expand the total storage of your XBOX quickly and easily.
Had no issues and playing games off the drive seemed about what I'd get from the internal via direct storage. Overall not really noticing a difference.
Before adding to my XBOX I did quickly test on my PC CrystalDiskMark. Drive via my USB 3 got excellent speeds and seemed as responsive as I'd expect for SSD via USB. I'm assuming on the XBOX which has direct storage API To call NVME storage more efficiently can maximize the speed.
Overall if you want to add some extra space to your XBOX to try out all those fun GamePass games this is a great drive and easy to use.
Installation of the Drive is easy enough and it allows you to expand the total storage of your XBOX quickly and easily.
Had no issues and playing games off the drive seemed about what I'd get from the internal via direct storage. Overall not really noticing a difference.
Before adding to my XBOX I did quickly test on my PC CrystalDiskMark. Drive via my USB 3 got excellent speeds and seemed as responsive as I'd expect for SSD via USB. I'm assuming on the XBOX which has direct storage API To call NVME storage more efficiently can maximize the speed.
Overall if you want to add some extra space to your XBOX to try out all those fun GamePass games this is a great drive and easy to use.
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Philips Norelco Series 3000 gives you a comfortable, refreshing shave with wet or dry use. 5D Pivot & Flex heads, ComfortCut blade system, and full washability help ensure a smooth, skin-friendly result.
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
This is a great shaver overall I love it. Its a nice wet/dry shaver that works, but the part that I love the most is the fact that is have a large catch for the shavings, so for me I'm not emptying it out twice a shave. Just once at the end. Also means more room to keep the hair getting stuck in the blades making maintenance easier. Holds a nice charge. Overall its a comfortable electric shaver that gives a good shave, but finally has plenty of space to store the shaved hair meaning you can finish shaving faster and I absolutely love it.
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The AVerMedia AS311 is an easy-to-use conference speakerphone that transmits clear, easily audible sound for working from home. Its AI-powered technology allows for uninterrupted calls by reducing common background noise so no one will hear any dogs barking, babies crying, construction and traffic noise, and other distracting sound. Set up with simple USB plug and play.
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
Been looking for a hands free conference device for when either I travel and have to have meetings with clients and the team back in the office or just at home and don't want to use a headset. This actually works and works well. Plugged into the PC with no issues and detected by Skype and WebEx without issue The buttons work quickly and the AI voice noise thing works well. Been checking with office mates and even with fans pointed at me they didn't get the wind and said I sounded fine. They sound good. Only downside is I wish I could boost the speaker a bit louder at time but it is more then awesome and what I needed. Overall if you need a small simple package to work as a speaker phone in the office/travels this is great. No issues in setting up on PC and using. It works. Which is great.
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The reliable Brother HL-L3210CW compact digital color printer is a great choice for the busy home or small office. Quick print speeds of up to 19 pages per minute¹ plus manual feed slot accommodates varied printing needs and can handle a variety of paper types and sizes including card stock, envelopes and more. Connect with versatile options including built-in wireless or USB interfaces and print wirelessly from mobile devices. The 250-sheet capacity adjustable paper tray helps improve efficiency with fewer refills and handles letter or legal sized paper. Brother Genuine high-yield replacement toner cartridges help lower printing costs. Comes with a 1-year limited warranty and free online, call or live chat support for the life of your product. Prints up to 19 ppm¹ in black and up to 19 ppm¹ in color.
Does this printer have two trays, one letter and one legal?
Just has the one that can be setup for Legal or Letter.
4 years, 8 months ago
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Experience powerful graphics and virtual reality with this HP Pavilion gaming desktop. It has an AMD Ryzen processor to handle intense gaming, and the 16GB of DDR4 RAM provides fast processing speeds. This HP Pavilion gaming desktop has a 1TB hard drive and 128GB solid-state drive for a large game collection and quick boot times.
Does the OS come installed on the HDD? If so do we get a product key so that we can switch it to the SSD? And last, but not least, can I system reset the computer and reinstall the OS from scratch??? Thank you.
OS is installed on the SSD not the HDD. But you could change it I guess. However if you are planning on swapping the SSD to something larger, not this the SSD in this PC is M.2 SATA SSD and not the 2.5" Inch form factor.
As long you use the same Microsoft Account the OS Key will transfer based on the Microsoft account, no need to renter a key.
As long you use the same Microsoft Account the OS Key will transfer based on the Microsoft account, no need to renter a key.
5 years, 6 months ago
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OmieOne
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?
It won't create slices, but it will create noodle of them or chop them like a normal Cuisinart like device.
6 years, 8 months ago
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Create professional-looking documents with this Brother compact laser printer. Wireless capabilities let you connect the printer to multiple computers in your network, and the 250-page-capacity feed tray and 32 ppm print speed help you stay productive. This Brother compact laser printer generates two-sided black and white pages to save money.
Brother - Hl-l2360dw Wireless Mono Laser Printer - Can it run under Windows 10?
Yes, I had no problem setting it up using a Windows 10 Laptop and my other Laptops and desktops found the printer on the Wireless network right away and added the right driver without any issues, all are Windows 10 devices.
7 years, 4 months ago
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OmieOne
Listen to music on the go with these Sony wireless headphones. Their Bluetooth connectivity lets you stream music and take calls from compatible devices, and the built-in battery provides up to 9 hours of playback time on a single charge. Jam to your favorite tunes in comfort with the foldable, around-the-neck design of these Sony wireless headphones.
It mentions 9hr of battery life. Ignorant about wireless...is there a required charger? Does it come with headphones?
It comes with an USB Micro Cable. This can be plugged into a computer to charge (about 2 1/2 hours for full charge from 0%) or if you have a spare AC to USB connector (Comes with a lot of last Generation Android/Windows Phones) you can connect to the wall to charge.
7 years, 6 months ago
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Listen to music on the go with these Sony wireless headphones. Their Bluetooth connectivity lets you stream music and take calls from compatible devices, and the built-in battery provides up to 9 hours of playback time on a single charge. Jam to your favorite tunes in comfort with the foldable, around-the-neck design of these Sony wireless headphones.
Will these work with television or a sound bar?
These headphones will work with anything that can send an Audio signal OUT via bluetooth. Not aware of any TV's or Sound bars with this feature.
7 years, 6 months ago
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Simplify your everyday life with the Google Home, a voice-activated speaker powered by the Google Assistant. Use voice commands to enjoy music, get answers from Google and manage everyday tasks. Google Home is compatible with Android and iOS operating systems, and can control compatible smart devices such as Chromecast or Nest."
If I wake this device up and my wife happens to rattle off our bank name and account number, is that information sent to Google to help improve their device's voice recognition? I am major worried about things like this with these devices
Once you say Hey Google, it will record and it gets stored on the Google Account associated with the device. Google does allow you to not only see what it has but delete it. They also added a H/W mute to prevent the device from recording. But yes they do store this information and use it.
7 years, 7 months ago
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OmieOne
Simplify your everyday life with the Google Home, a voice-activated speaker powered by the Google Assistant. Use voice commands to enjoy music, get answers from Google and manage everyday tasks. Google Home is compatible with Android and iOS operating systems, and can control compatible smart devices such as Chromecast or Nest."
Do I have to have a tablet or smart phone to activate this? Or, can I activate this from a laptop?
You need an Android (Phone or Tablet) or Apple (iPad/iPhone) device. Google unfortunately doesn't provide for use by Computer at this time and playing with the Android App I'd say you'd be better off with an Android device to get the most out this thing.
7 years, 7 months ago
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Orbi Whole Home WiFi System delivers up to 3.0Gbps high-performance WiFi. Sleek, modern design with high-gain internal antennas for up to 5,000 square feet of coverage. FastLane3 Technology creates a dedicated Tri-Band WiFi for seamless 4K streaming and gaming everywhere in your home. Keep a single WiFi name for uninterrupted connections as you move from room-to-room. Circle Smart Parental Controls runs on Orbi Routers for a smart way for families to manage content and time online, on any connected device. Provide internet access to guests without sharing your personal network password. Orbi is ready right out of the box and compatible with your ISP. Just use the Orbi app to get started with better WiFi, everywhere in minutes.
does this replace my current router or work with it?
Orbi Whole Home WiFi System delivers up to 3.0Gbps high-performance WiFi. Sleek, modern design with high-gain internal antennas for up to 5,000 square feet of coverage. FastLane3 Technology creates a dedicated Tri-Band WiFi for seamless 4K streaming and gaming everywhere in your home. Keep a single WiFi name for uninterrupted connections as you move from room-to-room. Circle Smart Parental Controls runs on Orbi Routers for a smart way for families to manage content and time online, on any connected device. Provide internet access to guests without sharing your personal network password. Orbi is ready right out of the box and compatible with your ISP. Just use the Orbi app to get started with better WiFi, everywhere in minutes.
Will it help to stop buffering?
This depends on why you are having buffering issues. If your buffering issues are because your internet is slow/ISP not able to deliver no. That is outside the house. However if you have a good ISP/bandwidth coming into the house then this can help, as it improves coverage and since MU-MIMO devices are better able to share wireless with multiple devices. You may still need/wish to upgrade the wireless cards to the newer AC ones that support MU-MIMO to get additional throughput but this may help.
7 years, 9 months ago
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OmieOne