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Meet the unrivaled, everyday noise canceling headphone for people who want to keep it simple. Hesh ANC is engineered with just the right amount of added features to make your life a little easier without a lot of additional technology that you might not need.
 
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Nice comfortable and easy to wear headphones
on February 7, 2021
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
These headphones are great. They are comfy so all day wear is possible even with glasses. Battery is long lasting and the best part they including a headphone wire, which makes it easy to connect to older devices, or PC's if you don't want to use bluetooth.
Setup and use is easy. Music sounded good to me via the phone and I had no issues with videos either. The Active Noise Cancelling worked, but I think a lot of that could be from the thicker foam the use on the ear cups to surround your ears.
Overall they sound great, come with a nice pouch to making carrying in your backpack viable. Have a great battery life and sound good with options between wired listening and wireless which is awesome. Love the cans.
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Boost cell signal where you need it most — at home. The weBoost Home Studio Cell Signal Booster is an excellent value for instantly improving talk, text, and data at home. The multi-user cell signal booster is designed to increase cellular connectivity and signal strength in one large room, like a home office, living room, or studio apartment (up to 1,500 sq. ft. depending on outside signal strength). The integrated booster antenna works on all U.S. carrier networks and is compatible with all phones and cellular devices. You’ll enjoy fewer dropped calls, uninterrupted texts, better voice quality, improved hotspot capability, faster internet speeds, better streaming, and more. The booster meets all FCC guidelines and won’t interrupt or harm any cell carriers' signals to and from the cell tower. The booster kit is backed by our 2-year manufacturer’s warranty and a 30-day money-back guarantee with U.S.-based customer service. Stay connected, where it matters most, with the weBoost Home Studio Cellular Signal Booster Kit.
 
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Easy way to boost a signal for a wonky room
on February 7, 2021
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
Setup is fairly easy and they recommend a pole, which I agree to make sure you can more easily adjust it to point at a cell tower. Once you find that good signal and are able to point towards it you can go to the races. Just need to run the cable into the house and plug the inside box into it. I got this to address cell drops when I'm in my home office in the basement, since I'm home more, I hate having to go upstairs to take calls. This really has boosted the signa, esp. since I had a strong signal everywhere else but there. If you are a home user with a dead spot in the house, but good to great outside like me this will definitely help boost you and improve the signal. I can now sit in my home office and not have to run around to take calls which makes things easier. Only hard part is looking up on your cell provider where to go register the booster for FCC reasons. Don't skip that step.
The device is simple to setup, and routing the cable from outside to indoors wasn't bad for me and really improved the signal. Definitely the way to go.
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The Live Streamer CAM 513 captures astonishing 4Kp30 video that elevates content to a professional level. With Sony®️ Exmor™️ technology and AVerMedia’s precision adjustments, this plug-and-play webcam is all about the details, featuring 4K Ultra HD crystal-clear video for recording, streaming, and more. For work conferences, school lessons, live streaming, and more.
 
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4
Decent Camera
on January 26, 2021
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
This is a decent Web camera for streaming if you on the more casual side. I've been using it to stream to my twitch stream and setup on Windows 10 was easy. Recognized and captured by my setup with no problems. Installed a Virtual Green Screen program to clear out the background and was off to the races. While it worked ok in my office with the lights on, they were positioned to show off the camera, so I recommend some lights to help the camera, but honestly I can't fault the camera for my poor lighting, but once I added the lights it elevated the setup and the picture was much better. An example of it below https://www.twitch.tv/oelshami/clip/TardyTenaciousYogurtYee
Overall I did like the fact it has an effective cover for the lens in build and it has some limited title and swivel so if you mount on your monitor makes it easier to get the right position. You can also do some camera adjustment with software too to help and it all seemed to work. I didn't test the mic on this as I have my own and muted it as a source, but it does have a Mic if you need something like that, I just didn't test so I can't vouch if it is a decent chance. Overall I've been happy with the picture and helped elevate my stream to slightly less casual. If you needed to also do Zoom/Teams meeting for work this is an easy to setup and use WebCam that will work well for that as I did Skype with the family and it worked great for that. Overall it is a webcam and does what you expect with minimal fuss.
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The Blue Pure 311 Auto air purifier is a top pick in Wirecutter's 'The Best Air Purifier 2020' for "Delivering exceptional performance in an attractive form".¹ The Blue Pure 311 Auto take a simple approach to air quality management with an integrated particle sensor, Auto mode setting, and LED air quality display. The ENERGY STAR® certified air purifier delivers high performance with one-button control and customizable pre-filter colors in a lightweight, compact package. Independently evaluated and third-party tested for performance as part of the AHAM Verifide® Program for room air cleaners, this air purifier has a Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) of 250 cfm for fine smoke particles, 250 cfm for pollen particles, and 244 cfm for dust particles. Recommended for medium rooms like a master bedroom, living room, or playroom with a 360° air intake to completely filter room air about every 12.5 minutes² (approx. 4.8x an hour at 388 ft²) on the highest speed.³ The 3-step combination particle + carbon filter works with Blueair's HEPASilent™ filtration technology to remove 99.97% of airborne particles down to 0.1 microns, like pollen, dust, pet dander, mold, bacteria, viruses⁴ and more. An additional layer of activated carbon traps light household odors.⁵ Blue Pure 311 Auto quietly cleans the air with less noise than a soft whisper⁶ on low (23 dB) and up to a normal conversation on high (53 dB) – while using less energy than a light bulb (3-35 W) on all speeds.⁷ The one-touch enabled Auto mode is designed to help you maintain a comfortable environment. When enabled, the setting automatically adjusts to real-time conditions reported by the integrated particle sensor. Stay up to date on your air quality with the LED display; it changes color to indicate good, moderate, or poor. Change color in seconds with five fabric pre-filter options inspired by Scandinavian nature. The fabric material of the pre-filter catches larger particles and extends the life of the primary filter. Plus, a hidden compartment in the fabric pre-filter keeps the power cord hidden out of sight. Vacuum the fabric or toss it in the washing machine whenever it needs cleaning. Pre-filter in Arctic Trail (gray) included; Additional colors available for purchase. At Blueair, our Swedish heritage inspires sustainability and quality at the heart of everything we do. All Blueair purifiers are AHAM Verifide for Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) and given a recommended room size, certified by ENERGY STAR for energy efficiency and the California EPA Air Resources Board (CARB) for safe ozone emissions. ¹From Wirecutter. ©2020 Wirecutter, Inc. All rights reserved. Used under license. ²Air Changes per Hour (ACH) calculation is a product of recommended room size & average ceiling height over pCADR ³According to ANSI/AHAM AC-1 recommended room size ⁴This air purifier not been tested against & Blueair does not claim to capture, remove, or kill SARS-COV-2 (COVID19) ⁵Based on GB/T18801-2015 test standards for the removal of formaldehyde & VOC ⁶Sound pressure according to GB/T18801 & GB4214.1 ⁷Tested according to GB/T18801-2015 standard. "Light bulb" defined as an LED light bulb with 40 W energy consumption.
 
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Nice Filter
on January 14, 2021
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
This is a simple easy to use and setup. Nothing complex and push a button to go into Automatic mode. I setup in our bedroom to test the noise and it is whisper quite on auto when nothing is in the air, and ramps up slowly where particles get it. Seems to work well and is great and keeping the particles down. Doesn't seem hard to maintain and easy enough to move around. Even with the fan going, it isn't horrible loud and works well.
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Smaller size, same great features - The Anova Precision® Cooker Container 12L was designed specifically with sous vide in mind and is a great space saving alternative to our other containers. It’s patented Hemiflow design features smooth, curved edges to help the water circulate more efficiently and heat your water with the quickness.
 
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Just Right for my Sous Vide Needs
on November 26, 2020
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
If you have a Sous Vide device this is a good container for your sous vide needs. I found it to be about right for my cooking. Not too large not too small. Able to handle what I need. The fact it has a metal rack to help keep things submerged is handy, esp. if you don't get all the air out, helps keep your food submerged. It has a nice top to help keep in moisture and fitted my older immersion heater with no issues. It cleans easy and fairly compact making it easy to store with all my sous vide equipment. Also I've used it to brine chickens and other things, so overall it has a great purpose in my kitchen. Am very happy with it.
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The AU-Flex ANC is the first of Ausounds' High-Fidelity earphone. Delivering the performance of a wired in-ear, the soundstage of a thousand-dollar over-ear, and designed with sustained metals and lightweight aluminium, the AU-Flex is a herald of mobile hi-res future. Engineeered with a unique Hybrid Planar Magnetic driver that delivers a wide and accurate soundstage only found in planar technology.
 
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Comfortable Sounding Earphones
on November 10, 2020
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
Setup
Easy, standard Bluetooth, single button setup to pair. Pairs easily. Has another button for the different Active Noise Cancellation Buttons and a USB-C cable for charging. Fully charged you'll get a full day out of the headphones. I found mine lasted around 15 hours with the ANC in different modes.
Usage
Using these headphones is nice, unlike the earbuds people are going to this had around the neck and back of the ear supports which make it much easier for me to leave them in and use all day, which is nice, unlike earbuds which at least one of my ears get get sore from. So comfort is top notch on these and I don't have any issues with them and my glasses. The sound is good, but I do think having an equalizer on your device is handy to make sure you tune it to take advantage of the different abilities from the bass to the planar drivers. At first I wasn't impressed but once I tuned the sound using an equalizer I realized these had a great amount of tone and I enjoyed the sound and found it had a nice richness to it. The ANC though, it does work, but not as good as some of the other brands and the different between monitor mode and ANC/ON I could not tell. I felt that most of the ANC came from the fact these sit very securely in my ear and create a seal. With it on I did notice a lessening in the fan noise from my computer, but it didn't seem to deaden voices which was interesting. If you are looking for ANC I'd consider looking at other brands to get a better experience that tunes out all the noise, if you just want something that will remove a constant hum from a computer fan, then it works and works well. In any of the modes though I didn't notice any change in the sound quality or music. It was clear. The Mic seemed to work find and give sound, I got no complaints and people could hear me fine.
Overall these are a good set of wonderful sounding headphones that are comfortable wear and if you don't need the best ANC then these I find to be a great choice that will give you some wonderful sound.
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Pure One S11 is a high-performance cordless vacuum. It features iLoop™ Smart Sensor Technology which senses hidden dirt, dust, hair, pollen, and dander, and automatically adjusts suction power in real-time for an effortless cleaning experience. Pure One S11’s full-size multi-tasker power brush ensures you get a deep, thorough clean of carpets, bare floors, fabric, and more. Get up to 130W of suction power in Max mode.
 
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Great Vaccuum, not sure the value of Smart Portion
on November 7, 2020
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
Setup:
Very easy, take out, mount charger on the wall to hang the vacuum. Does include some drywall studs and screws which is nice. Let the vacuum charge and done. The charger will hold all the attachments except the filter cleaner. Yes this comes with a filter cleaner. Basically it sucks the dust off the filter. They are supposed to last 6 months and it comes with 2, so at least a year of use is there.
Setting up the "Smart" features and details is one of the easier things I've tried. Download the app and follow the directions. Make it very simple, just need to know your WiFi password for the network your attaching it to. Process worked well. Didn't have to do anything crazy. I will definitely give Tineco Props for that and other companies could learn from how easy they make. That was great. Overall, not sure the value of the smart features behind helping you set reminders to clean and change filters etc. Its not a bad app, I just don't get the total extra add, that said.
***Usage
If you need a vacuum to clean that you can hang on the wall and just grab, this is definitely the one. I use this now in my upstairs to do all the bedrooms. Its light and easy enough to power through without worrying about cords. It does pickup quite a bit from the carpet and does what I want from a vacuum in a compact package with easy to maintain parts/filters to keep it going for years. I've been very pleased with the cleaning its given and its light enough to use, though I find on longer cleaning sessions, when I did everything the first time, it did pinch a bit between my thumb and finger and turn it a bit red, since it is kind of top heavy. However it you take a break or switch hands I find it tolerable. Again it could be me and my hands so your experience could vary.
***Overall
This is a great vacuum. Not sure having WiFi on it add a lot to me and honestly you don't need it, it cleans fine without the app or the wifi.If you need a portable vacuum that stores easily and doesn't have cords that you can trip over, I would highly recommend this one.
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The ROCCAT® Vulcan series of gaming keyboards have won an array of awards on the back of their design innovation and functional aesthetics. The ROCCAT® Vulcan 121 AIMO Mechanical RGB Gaming Keyboard is a full-size keyboard variant and features the renowned Linear Titan Switch Mechanical. A marvel of German engineering, this switch delivers the industry’s best in speed and responsiveness. It adds to a comprehensive feature set that gamers know and love about the Vulcan keyboard series. The low-profile design is engineered for comfort and to reduce typing fatigue, impressive durability and build quality thanks to its reinforcing black anodized aluminum top plate, and switch housings designed to resist the dust build-up that typically affects mechanical keyboards. Dedicated mixer-style audio controls, a detachable palm rest and per-key AIMO RGB lighting, round out a gaming powerhouse.
 
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Nice solid keyboard
on October 29, 2020
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
This is an awesome solid constructed keyboard with linear switches. If you like the feels of linear smooth switches. It works for gaming and works well. It has a great solid unibody and it was a nice touch to have a magnetic wrist rest included. Comes in handy. This keyboard lighting is also awesome I think due to the choice of keycaps that have a nice feel and easy to touch type with. It is also easy to customize the keyboard lightning and profiles with the software from Roccat. I do like they choose a half height keycap, so my air blower can easily clean the dust and hair out. The only thing I'm not a fan of is a non-removal keyboard cord. While it is a nice braided cable, it would be nice if it could be removed for easy storage when moving between locations with the board. It is a minor complaint though and overall I like this keyboard very much. If you are a fan of Linear switches and gaming this is definitely a keyboard you can check out.
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The ROCCAT® Elo 7.1 USB Wired Surround Sound PC Gaming Headset with AIMO RGB Lighting lets you pinpoint enemy locations with ease thanks to 360° visual audio powered by precision-tuned 50mm Neodymium drivers. Exceptional surround sound accuracy is matched by next-level ergonomics with a dynamic fit unique to you. Superior memory foam and a self-adjusting headband mean you can wear it for hours on end and it'll stay as invisible and weightless as when you first put it on. Equipped with a detachable noise-cancelling mic with TruSpeak™ technology, no voice communication is missed while AIMO RGB Intelligent Lighting vividly lights up your setup with 16.8 million colors.
 
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Nice cans for gaming
on October 28, 2020
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
Setup - Plug in, switch your sound over to them and your at the races. Of course the included software improves the experience. To get the most out of the surround you should use the software. Its easy to setup and offers a lot of customization for the Mic and surround. Giving you EQ values and the some presets based on the game FPS/MOBA etc. Since you can drop profiles you can setup sounds for events like movies/games etc giving you the soundstage you want and easy enough to switch between depending on what you are doing.
Once you get setup the headphones are comfortable to wear. Don't brother me a bit with my glasses and I can get a whole day of use. Mic is easy to use, there is a button on the headset to mute the mic. Not the most convenient place to get quickly sometimes. Not awkward just fiddly sometimes when you need to be quick. However when using the Mic the audio is clear and people can hear without issues and doesn't pick up outside noise as clearly as some other mics so that is nice when playing in a semi peanut gallery of a room.
The sound/surround is nice and clear and seems on par with other headsets I've owned. My only problem with it is the braided cable. Its a nice thick cable, but tends wrap around itself and since it isn't removal its a pain to untwist and also being thick, since its on the left and my Desktop is on the right means the cable rubs against things when I play with it and it can be annoying. But don't let that stop you from getting these. They sound good, have great customization and are comfortable.
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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.
 
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Good Daily Driver
on October 28, 2020
Posted by: OmieOne
from East Stroudsburg, PA
TLDR - This is a great mouse for work or gaming.
Setup - Easy. Plug it in it works no drivers are needed and you can go to town, however installing the software allows you to adjust the mouse to your liking. They have a lot of options to customize the buttons and the ability to have a shift button allows for double the buttons that you can customize for your games. You can store up to 5 profiles.
Use - Once setup and you got everything to your liking this is a great mouse. It feels good, slides great, slides fast actually on my mouse matt. Its nice and accurate and can easily adjust the DPI to what works for you. Cable is nice and braided and doesn't seem to get tangled up on itself. If you like lighting for that RGB looks you can customize it and make it yours. Lights are nice and strong and being wired you don't need to worry about losing battery to pretty lights.
Overall this mouse feels great, just the right weight at least for me, and have a good hand feel, though it doesn't offer any way to change the weight, for me its all good. I didn't have any problems in games like Div 2 or Doom Eternal or CKIII. The switches for the buttons give a nice click feel, esp. in shooters. This replaced my old gaming mouse, for the better feel and the fact I can customize the buttons with profiles easier then the last. This is a great gaming mouse and does wonders in Excel too.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
 

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.
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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.
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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."
 

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.
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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?

It is a replacement to your current router.
7 years, 8 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.
 

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.
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