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Play your favorite PC games with this 15.6-inch Lenovo laptop. Its Intel Core i7 processor and 8GB of RAM let you run multiple programs without performance lag, and its 1TB hard drive provides plenty of file storage space. This Lenovo laptop has a powerful NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050Ti graphics card for fast rendering of images and videos.
Customer Rating
3
Excellent Redesign. This Model Could be Improved.
on July 31, 2018
Posted by: MarkusKong
from Torrance, CA
Lenovo Legion Y530 (81FV0001US)
Setup/Testing/Conclusion
The Lenovo Legion Y530 (81FV0001US). Packed with an Intel i7 8750H, 8GB DDR4 2666 memory, and an Nvidia 4GB GeForce GTX 1050 Ti. Let’s go ahead and dive right in and see how this budget Gaming Laptop performs.
Right off the bat, the Intel i7 8750H is an excellent CPU. You’re looking at the successor to the widely popular Intel i7 7700HQ which is what was used a lot in previous gaming laptops. With the Intel i7 8750H, you’re going to be getting about a 10% increase in single core performance and about a 15 ~ 25% increase in multi-core performance. The Nvidia 4GB GeForce GTX 1050 Ti isn’t the fastest or considered a “high end” GPU, but it’s definitely considered as one of the best (if not the best) budget GPU. This specific version of the Lenovo Legion Y530 only comes with 8GB of memory and a traditional mechanical hard drive. So before I even ran any games, my expectations weren’t going to be through the roof. I mean we’re looking at a budget gaming rig here, not a top of the line gaming beast. So now that we got that out the way, let’s go ahead and see what this combo brings to the table.
As expected, this specific Lenovo Legion Y530 performs decent. As mentioned previously, it’s not going to be the fastest out there; but it’s definitely not the slowest. So if you’re looking to play everything on ultra presets and expect incredible frames per second, I would probably invest in a pretty high end gaming rig. If you’re looking to play games on a combination of low ~ medium presets, you’ll be just fine with this Lenovo Legion Y530 model. I was able to run games like Counter-Strike Global Offensive (140 FPS), Battlefield 1 (60 FPS), Tom Clancy’s The Division (60 FPS), GTA V (55 FPS), and Diablo 3 (95 FPS) without any FPS drops. I did for a weird reason encounter micro stutters/skips while gaming though.
With the Legion Y530, I didn’t have a problem taking it around. Because of it’s subtle and sleek design, it doesn’t scream “GAMING”; yet it doesn’t look like an ordinary laptop. I personally enjoy the black design and look of the laptop. Although the Y530 is made majority of plastic, it's still quite durable and still looks good. Lenovo changed the backlit keyboard from red to white which looks a lot better. The bezels around the screen (left, top, and right) are also quite thin compared to the last years model. Because of the thin bezel change, the webcam was moved to below the screen. So if you plan on using the webcam, be prepared to show off your nose and in addition to the other party seeing your knuckles a lot if you're typing. But, I’ll definitely make that trade any day; smaller bezels vs having the camera at the top. If you currently own the last year’s model, you’ll also notice that a lot of the ports have been placed in the back of the laptop. You’ll still have access to a USB 3.1 port on either side of the laptop. The reason for this is so that it offers better cooling. Overall, the thermals on the Y530 is pretty decent. When gaming, the CPU did get pretty hot (95c ~ 97c) while the GPU didn’t really heat up that much. The fans do get quite loud under load so make sure you have some headphones on. When it comes to the picture/screen quality, I wasn’t as impressed. I wished it was a bit brighter and the color reproduction was better. So if you were to use the Y530 in a more lit environment, you may have some difficulty viewing the screen. The 52.5Wh 3-cell lithium ion battery lasted about 4 hours with my usage which is typically expected with these type of setups. If you’re gaming on it constantly, the battery probably won’t last as long as 4 hours. So be prepared to bring your charger with you!
Here are a couple breakdown of pros and cons that I would like to mention as my own opinion:
Pros:
Pros:
Very sleek at subtle design
No bloatware
Decent all around performance
No bloatware
Decent all around performance
Cons:
Display (not as bright as others and colors are a bit spongy)
Why GTX 1050 Ti? Would've liked to see at least a 1060. Lenovo also offers a 144Hz screen so it only makes sense to have a more powerful GPU…
Wished battery lasted longer
Display (not as bright as others and colors are a bit spongy)
Why GTX 1050 Ti? Would've liked to see at least a 1060. Lenovo also offers a 144Hz screen so it only makes sense to have a more powerful GPU…
Wished battery lasted longer
In conclusion, this Lenovo Legion Y530 has pretty decent all around performance. I didn’t experience any frame rate drops during gaming but did experience micro stutters. My settings on average were around low ~ medium (Nvidia Presets/Recommended). I would’ve liked to see Lenovo release all Legion Y530 with a GTX 1060 and a SSD by default (as this specific model comes with a traditional mechanical hard drive). I know they have other models but from what I could find; GTX 1050 Ti is all they have currently. Overall, I would give this specific model 3 out of 5 stars. Lenovo did do an excellent job by ditching the red and making the Legion Y530 very sleek (excellent redesign Lenovo!). Where it falls short on this specific model is with the traditional mechanical hard drive and the GTX 1050 Ti. Because of no SSD, the boot times and load times are pretty excruciating. I would say that if you’re on a really tight budget, this specific model may be for you. But if you’re able to dish out some more money for the version with an SSD, I would definitely recommend that.
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Specs
Windows 10
15.6” Full HD Display
Intel Core i7 8750H (2.2GHz / 4.1GHz Turbo)
8GB DDR4 2666MHz Memory
1TB Hard Drive 7200 rpm
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB
52.5 Wh 3-Cell Lithium Ion Battery
Built-in Harman/Kardon Speakers
Built-in HD Webcam
Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
USB 3.0
x2 USB 3.1
USB-C
HDMI Output
Mini Display Port
Wireless + Gigabit Ethernet LAN Port
Kensington Lock Slot
Weighs 5.07 lbs. and Measures 1” Thin
15.6” Full HD Display
Intel Core i7 8750H (2.2GHz / 4.1GHz Turbo)
8GB DDR4 2666MHz Memory
1TB Hard Drive 7200 rpm
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB
52.5 Wh 3-Cell Lithium Ion Battery
Built-in Harman/Kardon Speakers
Built-in HD Webcam
Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
USB 3.0
x2 USB 3.1
USB-C
HDMI Output
Mini Display Port
Wireless + Gigabit Ethernet LAN Port
Kensington Lock Slot
Weighs 5.07 lbs. and Measures 1” Thin
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What's in the box?
Lenovo Legion Y530-15ICH
Lenovo 135W Power Adapter
Various Manuals
Lenovo 135W Power Adapter
Various Manuals
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Keep your little one's essentials organized and ready for use with this Modal diaper backpack. Quick access pockets provide a convenient place to stash bottles and sippy cups, while the included changing pad provides a soft, clean place for diaper changes. Two side pockets offer ideal spots for baby wipes and toys. This Modal diaper backpack boasts a hidden back pocket for your wallet and keys along with adjustable padded shoulder straps for added comfort.
Customer Rating
5
Perfect Diaper Backpack. Stylish,Durable,Practical
on July 19, 2018
Posted by: MarkusKong
from Torrance, CA
Modal - Diaper Backpack - Gray
My Thoughts:
Before getting the Modal Diaper Backpack, I’ve never heard of the name/brand “Modal”. Looking at the tag, I noticed that Modal is an affiliate of Best Buy. So I assume it’s a new start up by Best Buy. Let me say… I am extremely impressed. Being a father of 2, I can reassure you that this diaper backpack is definitely a great purchase. My spouse is also pretty picky when it comes to the diaper bag that we use. She even really likes it!
Not only is the Modal Diaper Backpack stylish, it’s well made with great quality materials. The zippers are smooth and don’t get caught. The backpack is made of polyester so it has some moisture protection. The internal pockets and nets are well stitched as I didn’t find any issues in mine. Wearing it is comfortable and it doesn’t look like a diaper backpack either.
I liked that I could put a pack of baby wipes on the side and have easy access to it. I enjoy being able to have a “safety” zippered pocket on the back of the backpack so that I can store my phone, keys, or wallet. To be honest, I liked pretty much everything about this diaper backpack. The only thing I can make a comment about is the included changing pad. It’s not the greatest, but I mean you’re not spending your money on a changing pad; you’re spending it on a good quality diaper backpack. You’re able to organize everything from diapers, to baby wipes, to a change of clothes, to milk/water bottles, to toys, to snacks, to lotions/sunscreen/ointment; all in the Modal Diaper Backpack.
In conclusion, you’re getting a well made and stylish diaper backpack from Modal. I would definitely recommend it to co workers and friends. Actually, I already recommended it to my co worker as he has a newborn baby. If you don’t believe me, go to your local Best Buy and check it out!
Product Features & Info:
3 Internal Pockets
2 Side Zipper Pockets
Adjustable Padded Shoulder Straps
Top Carrying Handles
Made of Polyester for a Strong and Durable Design
Moisture Resistant for Additional Protection
Product Weight: 1.7 pounds
Product Length: 9.4 inches
Product Width: 13.4 inches
Product Height: 14.2 inches
2 Side Zipper Pockets
Adjustable Padded Shoulder Straps
Top Carrying Handles
Made of Polyester for a Strong and Durable Design
Moisture Resistant for Additional Protection
Product Weight: 1.7 pounds
Product Length: 9.4 inches
Product Width: 13.4 inches
Product Height: 14.2 inches
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Run programs on this 12.3-inch HP Chromebook convertible laptop. Its detachable touch-screen display lets you enjoy brilliant 2K content, and you can write and draw on it with the included Active Pen. This HP Chromebook convertible laptop has 32GB of storage, and its Intel Core m3 processor and 4GB of RAM provide smooth performance.
Customer Rating
4
HP Chromebook X2. Detachable Keyboard Makes a Diff
on June 20, 2018
Posted by: MarkusKong
from Torrance, CA
HP 2-in-1 12.3" Touch-Screen Chromebook (X2 12-F014DX)
Setup/Testing/Conclusion
The HP Chromebook X2 12-F014DX was designed to be an all in one solution for your everyday tasks and needs. With the ability to remove the keyboard completely instead of the traditional fold back design, you are able to use the HP Chromebook X2 as a tablet instead of just a laptop. The HP Chromebook X2 12-F014DX is the first of it’s kind to run Chrome OS. From personal experience, being able to remove the keyboard completely and not just fold it back makes a huge difference in the “feel” of the device itself. I own a Google Pixelbook and although I love the Pixelbook, when you fold back the keyboard to use it as a tablet, the feel is weird as you’ll push keys even though the keys are essentially non functioning.
Powered by an Intel Core M3-7Y30 Processor, you’ll be able to enjoy pretty powerful performance for everyday tasks while being power efficient and running minimal heat. The Intel Core M3-7Y30 is a dual core processor with a very low TDP which is 4.5W. The speed of the M3-7Y30 is clocked at 1.0GHz with a turbo frequency of 2.60GHz. The M3-7Y30 also has Hyper-Threading Technology and 4MB of level 3 cache. Some of you may be put off by the “Intel Core M3”. But let me reassure you, you’re getting a pretty powerful chip. This chip was used in the base 2017 Surface Pro. The Core M3 processor is almost identical to the i5 that is in the Pixelbook. The HP Chromebook X2 12-F014DX comes with 4GB of LPDDR3 memory clocked at 1600 along (NOT user accessible) with a very small storage of only 32GB, but it’s expandable to 256GB through the MicroSD card slot. So what this all means is that… You get a fanless, power efficient, and everyday performance tablet/laptop with the HP Chromebook X2 12-F014DX.
What attracts me the most with the HP Chromebook X2 is the design (build quality) and the high-resolution display. I love the exterior premium look where it’s a ceramic white finished by aluminum. The keyboard itself feels as good as it looks as it’s a leather like material finished by it’s stunning oxford blue color. Although the display is small with a diagonal size of 12.3”, it’s impressive 2K resolution (2400 x 1600) makes up for it. The glass is also Corning Gorilla Glass 4 so it’s durable and scratch resistant.
My only gripes/complaints here is that when I initially looked up the specs of the HP Chromebook X2, the keyboard was advertised as backlit. Unfortunately, the keyboard is not backlit which I feel like it should be standard nowadays. The other is the limited 32GB storage and no other higher spec’d models available for purchase.
In conclusion, I personally like the HP Chromebook X2. I can safely say I have officially made it my daily goto for all my personal needs. It covers everything from work to entertainment. The battery lasts me the day and the speakers project some pretty decent “loudness” when watching things on YouTube or Netflix. I really like being able to remove the keyboard and use it as a tablet. All my games that I played worked without any issues. In addition, HP also includes their Active Pen which is really nice. I got to personally mess with it and do some doodling and it was accurate (light/hard pressure). As mentioned above, the only things I wished that were different was the backlit keyboard and bigger storage. I guess the good thing is you can just get a MicroSD card and do that but I wished HP included a bit more storage from the beginning. As for the backlit keyboard, not much you can do there… In addition, if you’re planning to get “wowed” by the camera, I wouldn’t hold your breath. It’s nice that the HP Chromebook X2 comes with a camera, but it isn’t any spectacular. Anyways, go and check out the HP Chromebook X2 at your local BestBuy and see for yourself. Even with my gripe(s), I still would recommend the HP Chromebook X2.
Specs
Chrome O.S.
Intel Core M3-7Y30 Processor (Intel HD Graphics 615)
4GB LPDDR3 - 1600 SDRAM
32GB eMMC
12.3” Diagonal 2K IPS WLED-Backlit Touchscreen (2400 x 1600)
B&O PLAY with Dual Speakers
Intel 802.11 b/g/n/ac (2x2) Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2 Combo
HP Wide Vision 5MP Camera (Front Facing)
13MP HP Camera (Rear Facing)
Intel Core M3-7Y30 Processor (Intel HD Graphics 615)
4GB LPDDR3 - 1600 SDRAM
32GB eMMC
12.3” Diagonal 2K IPS WLED-Backlit Touchscreen (2400 x 1600)
B&O PLAY with Dual Speakers
Intel 802.11 b/g/n/ac (2x2) Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.2 Combo
HP Wide Vision 5MP Camera (Front Facing)
13MP HP Camera (Rear Facing)
What's in the box?
HP X2 12-F014DX
Full-size Island Style Keyboard
HP Active Pen
45W AC Adapter
User Manuals/Documents
Full-size Island Style Keyboard
HP Active Pen
45W AC Adapter
User Manuals/Documents
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Set up a Dolby Vision home cinema with this LG Ultra HD Blu-ray player. It supports 4K and HDR content, and its Wi-Fi connectivity lets you enjoy premium on-demand programs from your favorite streaming providers. Play media files from a portable device via the USB port of this LG Ultra HD Blu-ray player.
Customer Rating
5
The Upgrade to the LG UB970 (DOLBY VISION!!)
on May 30, 2018
Posted by: MarkusKong
from Torrance, CA
LG UBK90 (Streaming 4K Ultra HD Hi-Res Audio Wi-Fi Built-In Blu-Ray Player)
Setup/Testing/Conclusion
So the UBK90 is going to replace the UB970. There’s also a UBK80 which is a more affordable option. But keep in mind, UBK90 supports Dolby vision while the more affordable option UBK80 does not. Along with the support of Dolby Vision, with the UBK90 it has 2 HDMI ports while the UBK80 only has 1. Unlike the UB970, the UBK90 comes with Dolby Vision support right out of the box. Along with Dolby Vision support, the UBK90 of course supports HDR10.
With the UBK90, you’re going to need a 4K TV. I would definitely and highly recommend: LG - 65" Class - OLED - 2160p - Smart - 4K Ultra HD TV with HDR (OLED65C8PUA)
With the combo of the UBK90 paired with the OLED65C8PUA, you’re going to experience superb HDR quality, perfect images, beautiful colors, and extravagant blacks. Movies that I played are insane! I feel like one of those kids in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory when something new gets presented to me.
With the UBK90, you’ll also be able to use the built-in apps to stream your favorite content. With a built-in media player, it’ll support a range of different file formats. What this means is that you can pop in a USB and enjoy your content on the UBK90. If you’re a Dolby Atmos and DTS:X fan, you’ll be glad to know that the UBK90 and the UBK80 support them both (along with a range of other audio formats). Oh! By the way, if you have any of your favorite DVDs, CDs, or 3D Blu-Rays; go ahead and pop them into the UBK90 as well because it supports those.
In conclusion, I would not hesitate to purchase the UBK90. I would definitely recommend it to a friend/co-worker. Get the UBK90 and pair it with the OLED65C8PUA, you will not be disappointed.
Features & Specs
Video features include: 4k Ultra HD, 4k upscaling, HDR Formats (Dolby Vision & HDR10), BD profile 6.0
Audio formats include: LPCM Bitstream/Decoding, Dolby Digital Bitstream/Decoding, Dolby Atmos Bitstream, Dolby Digital Plus Bitstream/Decoding, Dolby TrueHD Bitstream/Decoding, mp3, WMA, AAC, and Flac Decoding
Connectivity options include: 2x HDMI 2.0a (w/ HDCP 2.2), Optical Audio Output, USB, Built-in WiFi, and Ethernet
Audio formats include: LPCM Bitstream/Decoding, Dolby Digital Bitstream/Decoding, Dolby Atmos Bitstream, Dolby Digital Plus Bitstream/Decoding, Dolby TrueHD Bitstream/Decoding, mp3, WMA, AAC, and Flac Decoding
Connectivity options include: 2x HDMI 2.0a (w/ HDCP 2.2), Optical Audio Output, USB, Built-in WiFi, and Ethernet
What's in the box?
LG UBK90
Remote Controller
Batteries
Documentation
Remote Controller
Batteries
Documentation
My Best Buy number: 2724175064
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Watch movies and your favorite shows on this 65-inch LG TV. Its OLED interface displays colors realistically for more vibrant, lifelike shades. This LG TV has support for Dolby Atmos to create an immersive surround sound environment.
Customer Rating
5
Beautiful Colors. Horror/Sci-Fi Movie?!?! NO PROB!
on May 14, 2018
Posted by: MarkusKong
from Torrance, CA
LG - 65" Class - OLED - 2160p - Smart - 4K Ultra HD TV with HDR (OLED65C8PUA)
Setup/Testing/Conclusion
The LG C8 in my opinion is an excellent 4k OLED TV with superb picture quality. Because the C8 is an OLED panel, it has an infinite contrast ratio since each individual pixel can be turned off (this is how OLED works). Due to the LG C8 being an OLED TV, you won’t experience any visible flickers (unlike some other company’s technology). The technology of the LG C8 allows it to create perfect blacks, which is great if you have your LG C8 in a dark room. If you’re one of those folks that enjoy the genre of either Sci-Fi or Horror, the C8 is a perfect addition/upgrade to your home entertainment setup. The picture also remains on point when viewed at an angle, this means that even if you have guests over and they are at a wide viewing angle; they won’t have an issue seeing the TV (even if you have the C8 in a large and bright room). The C8 performs great with HDR content, it creates really bright and saturated highlights. I went ahead and tested the LG C8 with my gaming PC and it handled input lag and motion handling without any issues. This is also due to the fact that the native refresh rate of the C8 is 120Hz (at 1080p) and 60Hz (at 4k). As mentioned, the C8 handles motion extremely well; which means it is great for watching sports or playing games. Because of the instantaneous response time, you won’t experience any ghosting or trailing during any fast motion.
The engineers at LG did an excellent job with the design of the C8. Although the base is wide, it’s extremely sturdy and it’s well constructed. The base was designed and constructed in the shape that it is so that it can help direct the built in sound to the whole room. But because of this particular construction, you’re not able to place a soundbar directly in front of the C8. The C8 has better sound quality than other built in sound systems I’ve heard. Although it’s “better sound”, I would still recommend a dedicated sound bar for the stronger “oomph”. The base and frame around the screen is made of aluminum. The bezel of the C8 is very thin and it looks great. As far as the controls of the C8, they are located on the back to the side; similar to the previous model C7. The C8’s top half of the screen is ridiculously thin if you were to compare it to the previous model C7. When mounting the C8 to a wall, be mindful that the 4 HDMI inputs on the side may be difficult to access due to the composite input being rear facing. As mentioned previously with wall mounting, please be very careful as the top portion of the C8 is extremely thin.
When it comes to LG webOS (LG’s smart platform), it has a good selection of pre-installed apps. If you’re adventurous, I think you’ll find a decent collection of apps in LG’s content store. The C8’s remote is compact and works exceptionally well and fast. I went ahead and tested the voice control feature and they also work exceptionally well on the C8.
In conclusion, I was literally blown away with my LG C8. Because of the excellent picture quality, perfect blacks, dark room friendly, great wide viewing angle; the LG C8 is definitely a TV you should check out and splurge on. I mean look, you’re getting infinite contrast ratio, a wide and complete scope of colors, low response time, Dolby Atmos Support, and LG’s ThinQ AI. If that hasn’t sold you, I don’t know what else would. The LG C8 is definitely worth it and I would highly recommend it to friends and family.
Features & Specs
Amazon Echo compatible along with built-in Google Assistant
LG’s most powerful and intelligent processor, a9. It provides true to life images with incredibly rich colors, sharpness and depth to deliver the ultimate picture quality
Uses smart power distribution technology to boost higher peak brightness
Supports major high dynamic range (HDR) formats including Dolby Vision HDR, HDR10, and HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma)
Built-in WiFi smart TV (AI ThinQ) provides access to popular streaming apps such as Netflix and gives you access to more than 70 free premium internet channels through the LG Channel Plus app
OLED technology can individually light, dim, or completely power off 8.3 million pixels; this achieves perfect black while displaying high level picture quality
Two 10W speakers, two 10W woofers, Dolby Atmos. Dolby Atmos creates a more detailed and realistic sound experience to immerse you into what you’re viewing
4 HDMI ports (HDMI cables not included)
3 USB 2.0 inputs
LG’s most powerful and intelligent processor, a9. It provides true to life images with incredibly rich colors, sharpness and depth to deliver the ultimate picture quality
Uses smart power distribution technology to boost higher peak brightness
Supports major high dynamic range (HDR) formats including Dolby Vision HDR, HDR10, and HLG (Hybrid Log-Gamma)
Built-in WiFi smart TV (AI ThinQ) provides access to popular streaming apps such as Netflix and gives you access to more than 70 free premium internet channels through the LG Channel Plus app
OLED technology can individually light, dim, or completely power off 8.3 million pixels; this achieves perfect black while displaying high level picture quality
Two 10W speakers, two 10W woofers, Dolby Atmos. Dolby Atmos creates a more detailed and realistic sound experience to immerse you into what you’re viewing
4 HDMI ports (HDMI cables not included)
3 USB 2.0 inputs
What's in the box?
LG OLED TV with AI ThinQ OLED65C8PUA
Stand
Remote Control
Batteries
Composite Adapter
Power Cable (59.5”)
Various Manuals/Guides
Stand
Remote Control
Batteries
Composite Adapter
Power Cable (59.5”)
Various Manuals/Guides
My Best Buy number: 272417506
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Enjoy high-quality graphics and fast performance with this Dell Alienware Aurora desktop. Its 16GB of Intel Optane memory is expandable to 64GB, providing plenty of room for future expansion, and the 1TB hard drive delivers ample file storage space. This Dell Alienware Aurora desktop has an NVIDIA GeForce 1070 graphics card for smooth rendering of 3D images.
Customer Rating
4
This Alien is a BEAST!
on April 17, 2018
Posted by: MarkusKong
from Torrance, CA
Alienware - Aurora R7 Desktop
Setup/Testing/Conclusion
Let me first start off by saying this… The Alienware Aurora R7 Desktop (with the specs listed below) is a beast! Every single game that I fed this gaming monster it ended up gobbling it up without any issues at all. You would be getting FPS in the range of 70 to 100+ depending on the game (tested on Ultra, 1080p). I tested games like Assassins Creed Origins, Battlefield 1, Crysis 3, Doom 3 (2016), GTA V, Star Wars Battlefront II, Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, Rise of the Tomb Raider, Middle Earth: Shadow of War, and Witcher 3. If you’re wondering how Intel Optane did, I personally feel like it did what it’s intended to do. What do I mean by that? Well, it definitely speeds up your traditional mechanical HDD. Is it faster than an SSD? Depends. You can technically buy a really cheap SSD but the Intel Optane with an HDD would outperform it. While if you spend a fair amount of money to invest in a really fast SSD, the Intel Optane with an HDD might not be able to outperform it. The reason for the Intel Optane with a Mechanical HDD is to save on the cost for some individuals.
Aesthetically in my opinion, the Alienware Aurora R7 Desktop is a thing of beauty. I personally like I size of the desktop itself and the simplicity of it. It’s not a full tower, more about a mid-sized tower. It’s pretty heavy though as it weighs in at about 33 lbs so don’t be fooled! Although it has a carrying handle on top, make sure you support it on the bottom when moving it around.
Now, a lot of folks inquire about upgradability (when purchasing a pre-built gaming PC). I would say that you can upgrade this to a certain extent. I would say people either purchase a pre-built gaming PC for 2 reasons. One, it's sometimes cheaper due to things like Crypto Mining. Two, you buy it pre-built so that you don’t have to build it yourself and have it customized from wherever you’re buying it. I would say this… If you’re looking to always upgrade parts in your PC, custom building one is the way to go. Prior to the Aurora R7, I had a 10+ year old gaming PC that I just kept upgrading. I purchased a full tower case so it’d always be easy to take things out and put things in. I always knew what went in and always did the cable management myself, which made it a lot easier to upgrade. When you have a pre-built gaming PC, it gets a little bit more difficult IMO. I’m not saying it’s not possible, it’s just more difficult to upgrade. I just simply got tired of keeping up with the trend and cost with upgrading. So I turned to the Alienware Aurora R7. Let’s just say, I’m not disappointed with my decision. Oh and might I add, I added a 500GB SSD into the Aurora R7 without any issues and it was super simple. Like I said, it’s doable.
Now for the con(s) of where I knock off a star. I would’ve given the Aurora R7 a 5 out of 5 but there’s somethings I wasn’t too fond of. One, I’m not sure if it’s with all Aurora R7s; but mine specifically has a weird noise coming from the front intake fan. I know it’s that fan because as soon as I gently stop it with my finger, that sound goes away. It’s either a coil whine or some sort of rattling. I may end up changing out that fan if I can’t take it in the near future. The second thing has to do with the sound the Aurora R7 makes. Now, coming from a Noctua DH14 CPU fan cooler to a water cooler, my expectations were that the Aurora R7 was going to be whisper quiet. During idle, it’s definitely not too bad. But as soon as you’re gaming, the PSU and the other fan(s) in the system get quite loud. Thankfully I have headphones with noise cancellation but my spouse next to me can hear it as well. This leads me to the last problem I have which relates to the fan noise, temperature(s). On idle, the i7 8700 sits around 30c which isn’t bad. On load, the i& 8700 got up to 75c. I guess that isn’t TOO bad, but I expected lower temps. I’m aware that Coffee Lake (i7 8700) runs quite hot but with an AIO (all-in-one) watercooler, I expected lower temps. Again this brings me back to my custom gaming rig. I ran an i5 3570k overclocked to a stable 4.4 on air and never really experienced high temps. The GTX 1070 FE (Founders Edition - Blower Style Fan) got quite hot too. On idle it sat around 30c but on load it got up to 80c. Again, this isn’t unsafe but it’s just higher than what I am used to. I came from a MSI GTX 1060 Gaming X 6G video card which never reached above 60c. So a 20 degree difference is a lot for me.
Overall, the Aurora R7 is a great gaming rig. It will handle any game you throw at it. To any gamer out there like me that doesn’t want to fully customize and build your PC yourself, pre-built custom gaming rigs are definitely the way to go. The Alienware Aurora R7 did not disappoint me and it played all the games I could possibly throw at it. Sure there were some gripes I had about it which is listed right above this paragraph, but overall; I would definitely recommend the Aurora R7 to friends, family, and co-workers.
Oh and one last thing… Dell/Alienware, let’s get some filters on this beast! This way when it comes time to clean it, it’s a lot easier and less dust gets into this beauty.
Specs
8th Gen Intel Core i7-8700 (3.2GHz up to 4.6 GHz Max Turbo Frequency. Intel Optane Memory Supported with Intel UHD Graphics 630) *Intel 300 Series Chipset*
16GB DDR4 2666 MHz Memory (2x8)
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 (8GB GDDR5)
16GB Intel Optane Memory Module PCIe M.2 80mm
1TB HDD 7200RPM
Killer Wireless AC 1535
DVD/CD Burner
Windows 10 Home Edition (64 Bit)
7 SuperSpeed 10Gbs USB 3.1 Ports
6 USB 2.0 Ports
Bluetooth 4.1
16GB DDR4 2666 MHz Memory (2x8)
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 (8GB GDDR5)
16GB Intel Optane Memory Module PCIe M.2 80mm
1TB HDD 7200RPM
Killer Wireless AC 1535
DVD/CD Burner
Windows 10 Home Edition (64 Bit)
7 SuperSpeed 10Gbs USB 3.1 Ports
6 USB 2.0 Ports
Bluetooth 4.1
What's in the box?
Alienware Aurora R7 Desktop
Alienware Keyboard & Mouse
Quick Start Guide
Warranty, Safety, and Regulatory Information
Alienware Keyboard & Mouse
Quick Start Guide
Warranty, Safety, and Regulatory Information
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The Xperia XZ2 Compact is designed to be the ultimate entertainment device. Whether you're recording breathtaking videos in 4K HDR, or watching films in HDR, the Xperia XZ2 Compact delivers big screen entertainment in the palm of your hand.
Customer Rating
4
The NOT so Little Brother of the Sony Xperia XZ2
on April 12, 2018
Posted by: MarkusKong
from Torrance, CA
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
Setup/Testing/Conclusion
The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact works on Verizon Wireless!!! That is right ladies and gentlemen. Just to clarify, you “may” run into some issues; because I did. On initial setup I was able to make calls but not able to receive any text messages. I ended up speaking with a Verizon Wireless rep and worked it out. The Verizon Wireless rep stated he had to remove the provisioned ID and reprovision it. Once he did that, I was able to receive text messages. But shortly after, I noticed I couldn’t make calls. I was getting an server error, please try again later (or something of that matter). Basically at that point, just log into your My Verizon Wireless account and make sure to enable HD Voice. After all that, the Xperia XZ2 Compact worked without any issues.
Now that I cleared that, I’m going to go into my review of the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact. Jumping right into it folks! I am going to give the device a 3.7 out of 5 stars. Although this is the “younger sibling” of the Sony Xperia XZ2, the internals are practically identical. Throughout my usage of the Xperia XZ2 Compact, I ran everything without any lag or hiccups. The phone works beautifully and extremely fluid in my opinion. I especially enjoyed watching movies, videos, and listening to the sound that the Xperia XZ2 Compact produced. I compared it to an iPhone 6 Plus that I had along with a Google Pixel and I noticed that the Xperia XZ2 Compact had sharper colors and picture quality when watching 4k videos on YouTube. The Xperia XZ2 Compact is definitely not a “compact” device. It’s quite chubby and has some weight to it. But by all means, this is not a negative part of the phone. I personally like the size and weight but that could be because of my hand size and whatnot. The build quality of the phone is also fantastic in my opinion. It doesn’t look “cheap” at all. I’ve owned several phones in the past that are “plastic” backs but with the Xperia XZ2 Compact I can’t even tell that it’s “plastic”.
So this is where my “docking the star” comes into play. I personally didn’t really like the camera, fingerprint sensor placement, and the 3 buttons on the side of the device. When I say I didn’t like the camera, the phone does well when taking pictures where there’s light, but as soon as low light comes into play; the Xperia XZ2 Compact picture quality takes a big hit. I could barely even see the pictures I took where there was low light. So if/when you compare it with other Android devices and iOS devices, the camera on the Xperia XZ2 Compact is not as great. As for the fingerprint sensor placement along with the 3 buttons on the side; it is just flat out “weird” for me. Even with 3 buttons, I wished the top button was the power button and the volume rocker be placed in the middle. That would’ve made it a bit more manageable for me. The only other thing I can say about the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact is the fact that there isn’t anything “revolutionary” or game changing. Compared to other devices out on the market right now, the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact sorta just fits in; there’s nothing that makes it really stand out from the rest. The battery is definitely good (it should last you the day), it lasts longer than the Google Pixel phone. But, I always feel like with battery optimization; iPhones seem to manage battery better.
Overall, the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact is a good phone. With the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, it handles everything beautifully. But, in my opinion it doesn’t get the perfect score. With so many different devices releasing on the regular basis, something about that phone HAS to stand out from the rest.
Specs
Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (Chipset)
Octa-core (4x2.7 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver) (CPU)
Adreno 630 (GPU)
4GB RAM
Internal Memory of 64GB (Expandable to 400GB w/ microSD)
Android 8.0 Oreo
IPS LCD Capacitive Touchscreen (16M colors)
5.0 Inches
Resolution 1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (483 ppi density)
19 MP Rear Camera
5 MP Front Camera
Bluetooth 5.0
Rear Fingerprint Sensor
Non removable Li-Ion 2870 mAh battery
Octa-core (4x2.7 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver) (CPU)
Adreno 630 (GPU)
4GB RAM
Internal Memory of 64GB (Expandable to 400GB w/ microSD)
Android 8.0 Oreo
IPS LCD Capacitive Touchscreen (16M colors)
5.0 Inches
Resolution 1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (483 ppi density)
19 MP Rear Camera
5 MP Front Camera
Bluetooth 5.0
Rear Fingerprint Sensor
Non removable Li-Ion 2870 mAh battery
What's in the box?
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
USB A to USB C Cable
AC Adapter
USB C to Audio Jack Cable
Wired Earbuds with Interchangeable Earpieces
Various Manuals (Hearing Aid Compatibility, US Safety Guidelines, Startup Guide, Important Information, FCC Statement, Declaration of Conformity)
USB A to USB C Cable
AC Adapter
USB C to Audio Jack Cable
Wired Earbuds with Interchangeable Earpieces
Various Manuals (Hearing Aid Compatibility, US Safety Guidelines, Startup Guide, Important Information, FCC Statement, Declaration of Conformity)
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Big machine suction power*. But with cord-free versatility. The Dyson Cyclone V10 Absolute cord-free vacuum has a 40% bigger bin than the previous V8 Absolute and up to 40 minutes of fade-free power with the Soft roller cleaner head (in Suction mode I). The new torque drive cleaner head removes more dust from carpets. The soft roller cleaner head removes fine dust and large debris from hard floors. The Dyson Cyclone V10 Absolute cord-free vacuum quickly transforms to a handheld for quick cleanups, spot cleaning and cleaning difficult places.*Suction tested to ASTM F558 at the flexible inlet.BR>
Customer Rating
4
The New and Improved Dyson
on March 4, 2018
Posted by: MarkusKong
from Torrance, CA
Dyson Cyclone v10
Setup/Testing/Conclusion
I’m going to first start off by saying Dyson did a great job with the materials and craftsmanship of the Dyson Cyclone v10. I enjoyed the packaging they used and it honestly hooked me and would hook other consumers as well. I personally feel like it's really important for a company to market their product by creating an attractive packaging to contain the beauty of whatever it is they’re selling. Dyson definitely nailed that here. Although majority of the parts are plastic (the exception is the extension tube), the build quality feels sturdy and the Dyson Cyclone v10 looks sleek.
Once you open up the box and take all the parts out, it’s honestly really easy to put together. I first plugged in the Dyson Cyclone v10 to give it a full charge. A full charge typically takes approximately 3.5 hours. I highly recommend going over the operating manual because it tells you how to do a lot of different things such as attaching the attachments, how to empty the bin, how to wash the parts that could be washed, the different modes/functions, and of course proper safety guidelines.
Now to the usage. I got about an hour of usage on a full charge. I tested the Cyclone v10 on carpet and hardwood floors. First, I will state that the Cyclone v10 definitely did an excellent job cleaning my carpet and hardwood floor. My wife sheds on the regular and her hair is basically everywhere throughout the house. The Cyclone v10 had 0 issues picking up her hair and not only that, it didn’t get tangled anywhere. Both the torque drive cleaner head (for carpets) and the soft roller cleaner head (for hard surfaces) glided with ease. I love the fact that the Cyclone v10 is cordless yet has the power and suction of a corded vacuum. Squeezing the trigger to activate the Cyclone v10 is honestly pretty fun and cool. It makes a sound when you let go of the trigger, to be honest it reminds me of a ray gun or something; long story short I like it. The Cyclone v10 is not loud at all. I’ve owned several different vacuum cleaners in my lifetime. The Cyclone v10 is not loud at all so if you need to use it for a quick clean when it’s late, you shouldn’t be too worried about bothering your neighbors. Cleaning the Cyclone v10 is also relatively easy and the filter along with the head(s) are washable (read the manual folks!).
Now to the personal problems I have with the Cyclone v10. The only three things I’m not too fond of on the Cyclone v10 is the bin capacity, charge/usage, and the manual. The bin doesn’t last too long, I found that I needed to empty it about 15 minutes in to cleaning one room. I mean my house isn’t THAT dirty but the max fill line gets filled pretty quickly. With the corded vacuum I have, you can vacuum the entire house before you have to empty it. Granted the vacuum I have prior to the Cyclone v10 is bigger, bulkier, and heavier. The other problem I mentioned was listed above. So with a 3.5 hour charge, the Cyclone v10 only lasts about an hour. If you have a two story house with several rooms, you will not be able to get your entire house cleaned with one full charge. I purchased the previous model for my mom to clean her house and that was her main complaint; not being able to clean the entire house with a full charge. Although the Cyclone v10 charges in 3.5 hours instead of 5 hours like the v8, 3.5 hour charge to give you 1 hour of cleaning isn’t really enough time to completely clean a house. The last problem I have is with the manual. In my personal opinion, there’s not enough explanation in there. There’s a lot of illustration with “clik” here and there but there’s literally not much written explanation/instructions. So for example the 2 brush heads that came with the Cyclone v10, what are you supposed to use them for? The manual doesn’t explain it anywhere. I mean I’m not asking for paragraphs and paragraphs. The illustrations are nice but I feel like some more written explanation/instructions would’ve been helpful to new users.
Overall, I thoroughly enjoy using the Cyclone v10. It honestly has a very strong motor and does an excellent job cleaning. I had 0 issues vacuuming long hair that my wife sheds and had 0 issues picking up anything and everything on my floor. No real complaints there. As mentioned above, the only personal problems I have with the Cyclone v10 is the bin capacity, the charge/usage, and the manual. Would I recommend this to a friend or relative? Definitely. Because the Cyclone v10 does indeed do a good job with cleaning. But, would I tell them of the personal problems I came across with it? Absolutely. This way the person purchasing the item would know the ins and outs of the product. In conclusion, I feel like Dyson has definitely made an improvement over their last model. But as always, there’s always room for even more improvement.
Product Information
The only vacuum you’ll need
Up to 60 minutes cord-free (suction power of a corded vacuum - suction tested to ASTM F558 at the flexible inlet, against the upright market), fade-free power (7-cell nickel, cobalt, and aluminum batteries)
Torque drive cleaner head (25% more carpet pickup - Brushless motor, twice the power, drives bristles deeper into carpet)
Soft roller cleaner head (picks up dust and debris from delicate floors - Carbon fiber filaments removes fine dust from hard floors)
Advanced filtration expels cleaner air than the air you breathe
40% larger bin capacity
Mini motorized tool
Mini soft dusting brush
Combination and crevice tool
Dyson digital motor V10 spins at up to 125,000rpm to create 20% more suction
Dyson V10 is 20% smaller and half the weight of the Dyson digital motor V8 - yet more powerful
14 concentric array cyclones (generate centrifugal forces to fling dust out of the air and into the bin)
2 year warranty parts and labor: phone and online support 6 days a week. Free shipping there and back. 5 Star service
Up to 60 minutes cord-free (suction power of a corded vacuum - suction tested to ASTM F558 at the flexible inlet, against the upright market), fade-free power (7-cell nickel, cobalt, and aluminum batteries)
Torque drive cleaner head (25% more carpet pickup - Brushless motor, twice the power, drives bristles deeper into carpet)
Soft roller cleaner head (picks up dust and debris from delicate floors - Carbon fiber filaments removes fine dust from hard floors)
Advanced filtration expels cleaner air than the air you breathe
40% larger bin capacity
Mini motorized tool
Mini soft dusting brush
Combination and crevice tool
Dyson digital motor V10 spins at up to 125,000rpm to create 20% more suction
Dyson V10 is 20% smaller and half the weight of the Dyson digital motor V8 - yet more powerful
14 concentric array cyclones (generate centrifugal forces to fling dust out of the air and into the bin)
2 year warranty parts and labor: phone and online support 6 days a week. Free shipping there and back. 5 Star service
What's in the box?
Dyson Cyclone v10
Extension Tube
Extension Head
Torque Drive Cleaner Head (Carpet)
Soft Roller Cleaner Head (Delicate Floors)
Mini Motorized Tool
2 Different Types of Brush Heads
Mounting Kit
AC Adapter
Warranty Guide
Operating Manual
Mounting Instructions
Extension Tube
Extension Head
Torque Drive Cleaner Head (Carpet)
Soft Roller Cleaner Head (Delicate Floors)
Mini Motorized Tool
2 Different Types of Brush Heads
Mounting Kit
AC Adapter
Warranty Guide
Operating Manual
Mounting Instructions
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Enjoy superior sound and voice quality with these Jabra Elite wireless headphones. Integrated controls let you answer calls, adjust the volume or pause music with the touch of a button, while the included carrying case doubles as a charging station. External ambient noise keeps you aware of your surroundings, while a background noise filter delivers crisp, clear voice calls. With Bluetooth connectivity, these Jabra Elite wireless headphones are easy to pair to a mobile device.
Customer Rating
5
Truly the ELITE Earbuds
on February 14, 2018
Posted by: MarkusKong
from Torrance, CA
Jabra Elite 65t
Setup/Testing/Conclusion
I have to first say… I am quite impressed with Jabra on creating the Elite 65t. When I first saw the box I really liked the packaging. Jabra made the box standout with the yellow color that you’ll typically see with other Jabra products. Some of the text on the box is silver so it gives it that “premium” look. Jabra didn’t overdo it because they only made the Elite and one side of the box text silver.
Once you break the seal on the bottom of the packaging and pull the yellow box out, you’re prompted with a little grey tab to pull out which discloses the “Welcome to Superior Sound” card. On that card you’ll be able to see the earbuds through a hole. Once you remove that card you’ll gain access to the Elite 65t, the charging box, need help contact sheet, get started booklet, usb charging cable, and of course extra ear gels. For those of you that require different size ear gels; Jabra provides you with a small, medium, and large (medium installed by default). I personally didn’t have any problems at all with the already installed medium ear gels.
Getting started was honestly pretty simple and straightforward. I took a look at the get started booklet for reference but found that I got a better understanding of how everything works after downloading the app. The app you want to download is the Jabra Sound+ app. After, you’ll be able to download the Jabra Service app. Please note that the Jabra Service app is not a standalone app! Make sure you download the Jabra Sound+ app. After downloading the two apps I paired the Elite 65t with my Google Pixel phone without any issues whatsoever. Within the app, you’ll be able to set the voice assistant which is on default or you could select Amazon Alexa. When clicking on Audio experience you’ll be able to change settings of HearThrough, Auto Pause, and Headset Prompts. HearThrough basically gives you the ability to have it off where no audio from your surroundings will be transmitted to your headset. Or you can set it to Mix or on and customize the way you want it. AutoPause works where if you remove one earbud from your ear, audio will pause. Headset Prompts basically gives you verbal headset prompts, pretty straightforward there. Other things you can customize is the call experience like call audio, caller ID or even the Sidetone. If you don’t know what Sidetone is, it’s basically where you can hear your own voice when on a call; I set mine to off. The last thing you can customize is the Equalizer. Don’t forget! If you need to change the language for guidance; Jabra gives you the ability to change it to either Deutsch, English, Francais, or Chinese. I must say, the Elite 65t is definitely customizable. I like the fact that the app can control so many things. But what helped me out the most personally is having the ability to reference the actual user manual within the app. So instead of looking at a paper instruction manual or downloading the PDF manual online, I was able to reference to it within the app at any given moment; which I did quite often.
Using the Jabra Elite 65t was fantastic. The earbuds fit into my ear snug and didn’t cause any discomfort at all. My coworker mentioned that it looked just a little bit bulky in his opinion. I personally felt like it wasn’t a problem at all. The sound quality when playing music was fantastic. The earbuds did a great job with blocking out people around me (when working in an office). I tested the Elite 65t by making a couple calls and the receiving end said that I was clear and could barely hear any noise around me. I tested this because I work near the airport runway along with having my window rolled down and driving while talking to someone. The button placement on the earbuds are also not a problem for me. Left earbud basically controls the volume along with being able to skip songs. Right earbud is the “master” earbud I guess you could say. It functions by pausing music, holding it down to access your voice assistant, hanging up phone calls, or even turning off the earbuds. I like the fact that the Elite 65t comes with the portable on-the-go charging case. So the earbuds alone can operate up to 5 hours of use, with the charging case; you’ll get a total of 15 hours. The portable charging case basically gives you 2 full charges, meaning 5 hours (earbuds) + 5 hours (case) + 5 hours (case) gives you a total of 15 hours. I didn’t have any problems loading the earbuds into the case and plugging it into my PC with the included charging cable.
In conclusion; the only thing I would’ve liked to see is instead of the USB charging cable, a USB C cable instead. Only reason why is because a lot of electronics are moving to USB C now. It’s just flat out better… Nonetheless, Jabra has truly done an excellent job on the Elite 65t. Everything from packaging, to sound quality (input and output), to materials used was really thought out by Jabra. The Elite 65t definitely reached and exceeded my expectations. I will continue to use the Elite 65t on the daily and tune everybody out at work while jamming to some music. Don’t forget ladies and gentlemen! Register your product after downloading the app to take benefit of the warranty!
Product Information
4 Microphone Enhanced Sound
Customize your Music
Proven Wireless Connection
Up to 15 Hours Battery
Voice Assistant Enabled
2 Year Warranty (Dust & Water). Registration required with the Jabra Sound+ app.
Customize your Music
Proven Wireless Connection
Up to 15 Hours Battery
Voice Assistant Enabled
2 Year Warranty (Dust & Water). Registration required with the Jabra Sound+ app.
What's in the box?
Elite 65t Earbuds (w/ Medium Ear Gels Installed)
On-The-Go Charging Case
USB to Micro USB Cable
Large and Small Ear Gels
Get Started Guide
Contact (Help) Sheet
On-The-Go Charging Case
USB to Micro USB Cable
Large and Small Ear Gels
Get Started Guide
Contact (Help) Sheet
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Prepare all your favorite dishes in this DeLonghi Livenza convection oven. Insulated construction helps maintain temperature, and the oven fan distributes hot air to facilitate fast and even cooking. This DeLonghi Livenza convection oven heats multiple dishes at one time in two specific heating areas with four adjustable rack positions that maximize space.
Customer Rating
5
Goodbye Traditional Oven! Hello DeLonghi Livenza!
on December 20, 2017
Posted by: MarkusKong
from Torrance, CA
DeLonghi Livenza EO241150M
Setup/Testing/Conclusion
Let me first say that the DeLonghi Livenza EO241150M is pretty massive. So before you go out and buy this beauty, make sure you have ample kitchen space.
The specific model that I received is a thing of beauty as I mentioned above. The build quality and finish on it is fantastic. I love the stainless steel look. The construction feels and looks extremely durable. The nobs to select temperature, while cycling through the 7 different options and whatnot is also made really well. The nobs have very nice feedback/clicks when you’re cycling through the different options and temperatures. When they marketed this thing as a smaller version of your actual home oven (the one attached to your stove), they weren’t kidding. I really enjoyed the double glass door and the seal that was constructed around it. It literally feels like the same door on your home oven except smaller. The internal construction is also excellent as its well insulated to retain heat. The included pizza pan, wire rack, crumb tray and bake pan are also great quality.
The thing I would like to highlight most is the fact that the DeLonghi Livenza EO241150M is extremely quiet. There were honestly times where I thought that it wasn’t even working… I literally touched the top (CAUTION HOT!) and sides to make sure that there was actually heat. I love the fact that this oven is a convectional oven, the built in fan circulates the heat so that all your food cooks evenly. The auto shut off feature is also nice and it beeps pretty loud when your food is ready so that you know when to pull your goodies out. Another thing I’d like to mention is the built in light. It’s so wonderful having the ability to watch your food cook instead of being left in the “dark”.
I was able to utilize the oven to make some chicken tenderloins, chicken nuggets, french fries, and fried shrimp. I looked through the manual to get familiar with how to operate it before I started and I highly recommend doing this. After you cycle through the different options and temperature, the oven will automatically start preheating. Once it has completed its preheating cycle, it will beep to notify you so that you can put in your goodies. I have to say, the convection feature is really really good. It made everything perfectly! All my food was nice and crispy on the outside yet tender on the inside. Everything was also cooked evenly. The only thing I didn’t like too much were the french fries. But I mean…. This is why you purchase an air fryer no? I’m sure if you were to broil the french fries and move the pan to the indicated position, it would’ve probably came out more crispy. That’s right! DeLonghi made it simple by indicating where to place your rack and pan so you don’t mess up (depending on how you’re using the oven).
Are you tired of having soggy pizza from the microwave? Are you tired of waiting forever for your traditional oven to preheat and cook things? Are you tired of heating up your entire kitchen with your traditional oven during summer? How about clean up? How about even cooking? Let me just say… The DeLonghi Livenza EO241150M is going to be your go to oven. If the above questions are questions you ask yourself, go ahead and make the leap to purchase this beauty. You will not be disappointed.
In conclusion, the DeLonghi Livenza EO241150M delivers what it promises. Talk about even cooking, fast cooking, easy clean up, very well insulated, fancy looking, excellent build quality, and best of all… Perfect results every single time for the food that you’re cooking, If you’re like me and you enjoy being in the kitchen, the DeLonghi Livenza EO241150M is going to be an excellent addition to your other kitchen gadgets. All I am saying is this… I’m going to use this oven every single day! The only time I will use my traditional oven is when I have to cook a huge turkey or ham for a big party. Besides that? The DeLonghi Livenza EO241150M is going to be my go to daily kitchen gadget. Great job Delonghi!!!
Product Information
Digital LCD control panel with preset cooking functions
7 cooking functions: Bake, Grill, DeFrost, Keep Warm, FAN Convection, Pizza and Cookies
SCS Double Pro (lateral fan with the power of 3 heating elements)
Double glass high visibility door with internal light
Internal cavity is thermal insulated (to maintain heat) and has non-stick coating (for easy clean up)
120 minutes digital timer (fully adjustable) with auto shut off
80 degrees celsius to 220 degrees celsius (176 degrees fahrenheit to 428 degrees fahrenheit)
24 Litres capacity
7 cooking functions: Bake, Grill, DeFrost, Keep Warm, FAN Convection, Pizza and Cookies
SCS Double Pro (lateral fan with the power of 3 heating elements)
Double glass high visibility door with internal light
Internal cavity is thermal insulated (to maintain heat) and has non-stick coating (for easy clean up)
120 minutes digital timer (fully adjustable) with auto shut off
80 degrees celsius to 220 degrees celsius (176 degrees fahrenheit to 428 degrees fahrenheit)
24 Litres capacity
What's in the box?
DeLonghi Livenza EO241150M
Crumb Tray
Pizza Pan
Bake Tray
Wire Rack
Quick User Guide
Instruction Booklet
Warranty Guide
Crumb Tray
Pizza Pan
Bake Tray
Wire Rack
Quick User Guide
Instruction Booklet
Warranty Guide
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Introducing G303 Shroud Edition—the remaster of our iconic mouse. Featuring LIGHTSPEED, it delivers ultra-low latency and reliable performance. Helping Shroud and you take aim. With HERO 25K Sensor, Shroud’s G303 is built for precision and speed, without sacrificing energy. G303 Shroud Edition weighs 75 grams, made for low-sensitivity DPI and faster aiming. Designed in collaboration with Shroud, the new G303 perfectly matches his specs and includes our latest pro-grade technology.
Does this mouse have a battery included? Is the battery replaceable?
Battery is built in. Rechargeable. Not sure if it’s replaceable
2 years, 5 months ago
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MarkusKong
Bake casseroles, reheat leftovers and prepare other foods with this BELLA Pro six-slice digital copper toaster oven. The 1800W power output heats fast to save time, while the digital display provides info that's easy to read. This BELLA Pro six-slice digital copper toaster oven has three rack positions for cooking up to two dishes at once.
What is the material of the interior of the toaster oven? Is it non-stick?
Not quite sure what the interior materials are but it is non-stick
3 years, 8 months ago
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MarkusKong
Remove hair without wax or razors using the Lumilisse by Conair hair removal device. Rapid pulses of intense light help prevent hair regrowth, delivering permanent results with consistent use. The FDA-cleared device uses sensors to safely activate. Choose between continuous mode for large areas or manual mode to target specific trouble spots. The Lumilisse by Conair hair removal device includes two attachments to ensure perfectly smooth results all over.
Can this be used on Facial and Neck hair?
Yes you definitely can. It comes with 2 different heads. Just use the one for sensitive areas
5 years, 3 months ago
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MarkusKong
Ninja Foodi's TenderCrisp pressure cooker allows you to achieve all the quick cooking and tenderizing wonders that you love about pressure cookers. The Foodi's Crisping Lid allows you to air fry, bake/roast, and broil. That means you can give your tender, juicy pressure-cooked meals a golden, crispy finish. The secret is TenderCrisp Technology, which produces the perfect combination of heat, fan velocity, and air circulation to give your food even crisping from top to bottom.
can you deep fry chicken with this unit?
You can only "air fry". If you're looking to deep fry with a pressure cooker, you would need a pressure fryer.
5 years, 7 months ago
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MarkusKong
Only at Best BuySupport your mobile computing needs with this 11.6-inch Lenovo Flex touch screen laptop. The Intel Celeron N3350 processor delivers speeds of up to 1.1 GHz for fast web browsing, and the 64GB hard drive stores files and programs securely. This Lenovo Flex touch screen laptop is Bluetooth compatible and connects easily to wireless devices.
Will it support Microsoft office?
You can download Microsoft Office Online in the Web Store. It's built for Chrome
"Built for Chrome – Use Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Sway Online without needing Office installed."
"Built for Chrome – Use Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Sway Online without needing Office installed."
6 years, 5 months ago
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MarkusKong
Everything you love about Google, for work and play. Google Pixelbook is the first laptop with the Google Assistant* built in. Its super thin, 4-in-1 design includes a long-lasting battery and 7th Gen Intel® Core™** processor. It also comes with all the apps you already know and love including Youtube, Infinite Painter, Google Play Movies, Evernote, Slack, Lightroom, Google Photos and many more***.*Google Assistant requires Internet connection.**Intel and Intel Core are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.***Availability and performance of certain apps and services may vary by region. Subscriptions(s) may be required, and additional terms, conditions and/or charges may apply. Pixelbook and Pixelbook Pen are optimized for selected apps and services only.
How much does is the display quality for the google pixelbook
Energize your workout routine with these Sony wireless sports headphones. Their built-in LDAC enhanced codec support and Bluetooth connectivity let you stream high-quality audio content for an enhanced listening experience while you’re on the move. The included cable adjuster and clip help ensure these Sony wireless sports headphones stay in place.
Do this earphones have bottom on it to adjust the volume and answering phone calls?
Hello Theguy. I'm not sure what you mean by "bottom". But, on the right ear piece you have the ability to adjust the volume and answer phone calls. Its located on the "loop" that goes behind your ear on the right.
7 years, 5 months ago
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MarkusKong
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."
Is this working off of voice recognition or can others in the home use it also?
Hello Elaine, others in your home can use it too. It does not work off of "your" voice recognition. I tested this.
7 years, 6 months ago
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MarkusKong
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."
Can google home speak or answer to foreign languages. Google now does speaks multi languages, but I don't know about google home can do this. I know Alexa can't speak foreign languages.
Hello johnnyK, I tried speaking to it with Mandarin just now but it didn't work. When you go into the Google Home app you can see/check the language but there's only English that I could see.
7 years, 6 months ago
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MarkusKong
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."
I have an android TracFone . Will I be able to use it with the Google home ? Or do I need a Google phone.
If your TracFone can download apps off of the play store (Google Home app) then you should be fine. You don't need a google phone because Google Home even works with an iOS device. If you want to see the system requirements, look here: https://support.google.com/googlehome/answer/7035987
7 years, 6 months ago
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MarkusKong