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Meet the ultra-powerful, wet & dry MessMaster vacuum and mini Shop Vac. Powered by No Loss of Suction Technology, it handles life’s un-vacuumable messes, from DIY disasters to kid chaos. When you’re done, MessMaster can rinse itself, cleaning the dust bin with just a cup of water. You even have the option to line the dust bin with a plastic bag to keep the mess contained for easy disposal.
Customer Rating
5
Intelligently designed, powerful little Do-it-All.
on October 12, 2023
Posted by: Orion
Shark really keeps innovating every space they enter with every new product they release. This new MessMaster, a small, portable wet/dry vac that’s capable of cleaning itself, is the latest example of that innovation. You can add this to the quickly growing list of amazing Shark products to own around your home, office or business.
The MessMaster came very well packaged in easy to recycle cardboard and a few large plastic bags to keep dust off of the unit and parts. Unpacking everything was a breeze. To help you, Shark added an easy to follow, 6-step, Quick Start guide, printed onto the inner lid flap of the box. Getting started is just a matter of clicking some parts together. Attach the hose to the main unit, connect the accessory holder, decide if you want to use a bag or not, depending on the mess, and plug it in.
I’ve only had it a few weeks now, but I’ve been able to use it quite a bit and am really impressed with the job it performs. The suction is super strong and there is a range of tools included, each one designed for a different task, and they all work great. All of the included tools are dishwasher safe. The Squeegee tool really does a great job of gripping the surface while vacuuming up the fluid without pushing it around. The Crevice tool is the perfect size to reach tight nooks and crannies around the house that tend to gather dust and hairballs. The Carpet tool does a good job of grabbing the carpet, while allowing air to flow in and around the tool which makes it easier to push and pull over the carpet while you’re using it. As a tall person, I’m glad they included three extension wand sections so that I don’t have to bend over when cleaning up a mess on the floor. The instruction manual mentions two other tools that are not included, the Bare Floor tool and the Pet Multi-Tool. Both of those tools are for dry debris only and neither of them are dishwasher safe like the others. The vacuum is very lightweight and easily held while cleaning. The cord is more than long enough to reach from one outlet to the next and is the perfect length for moving around the garage and car while cleaning.
I love all of the innovative features Shark included with this new wet/dry vac. I really like being able to choose if I want to use a bag or not, depending on the mess. I also love that if I do want to use a bag, it can be any bag that fits, including the standard grocery sack, as long as it doesn’t have holes. Actually, I’d probably only use the grocery sack for dry debris, since they usually have small holes and aren't made for transporting liquid. However there are many other low cost options that can be used for wet vac messes. Another cool feature is being able to vacuum up water to flush the system and rinse the vacuum out, even after a dry mess. All you have to do is empty the dry debris from the Dust Cup, return the Dust Cup and vacuum up approximately 10 oz. of water to flush the system. From there you dump the water and repeat if needed. The innovation doesn’t stop there. Shark was sure to include a Hose Storage Hook, that allows you to wrap the hose around the lid and hook it into place for easy storage. Same thing with the power cord, just wrap it around the handle and clip into place using the head of the cord. The Accessory Holder gives you room to attach two of the cleaning tools and one tool can fit inside the dustbin. That leaves you with the three piece Extension Wand that can be stored near the main unit.
If you haven’t tried a Shark product yet, this is a great place to start. And if you have, you’re already familiar with the quality of this brand. I love everything about this new wet/dry vac from Shark and I highly recommend it to anyone needing a vacuum that can clean both wet and dry messes, is easily cleaned itself, is extremely versatile and portable.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Acer unveils an ultralight 16-inch OLED Laptop. Designed for mobile professionals with active and fast-paced lifestyles. The Swift Edge 16 is a perfect blend of performance, security and durability. Powered by the latest AMD Ryzen 7040 Series Processor with Radeon 780M graphics this PC showcases a brilliant 3.2K OLED display supporting 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut and 400 nits peak brightness for cinema-grade visuals. It also incorporates Microsoft Pluton security processor, helping defend against increasingly sophisticated attacks - keeping you at ease.
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5
Great laptop and you get a nice sleeve. Love this!
on October 2, 2023
Posted by: Orion
I’ve been using the new Acer Swift Edge 16 laptop for just about a week now and because of its ultra slim and lightweight build, beautiful OLED screen and impressive performance, this laptop is quickly becoming my top choice for entertainment and a variety of everyday tasks.
Acer did a great job packaging the Swift Edge in lightly printed, recyclable packaging that is perfectly packed to take up less space. Little things like this aren’t only good for the environment, they help the company spend less on packaging which hopefully helps to lower the product cost for all of us.
The laptop has a lightweight build that likely weighs less than many smaller laptops. While this is a great benefit for added portability, it does make the laptop feel just a little less durable. I say “feel” because while it may feel that way, it seems to hold up when handled with one hand, open/closed quickly or typed upon with heavy fingers. All the things you probably shouldn’t do with a laptop, but probably will.
To accommodate the lightweight slim design with some added protection, Acer has included a padded sleeve for traveling with and storing your laptop. The sleeve is lined with a soft material that also helps to keep the lid and base of your laptop clean. The sleeve is kept closed with a zipper which works well. It has an outer zipper pocket to store the charging cable or anything else that fits. I love that Acer included this sleeve and I hope more laptops start coming with custom sleeves.
The keyboard feels like a full size keyboard to me and the keys are comfortable with a nice response when being pressed. I appreciate the backlit keys which can get bright and should be standard nowadays, IMO. While the number pad is condensed in size a bit, I do love that it was included and as somebody trained in 10-key, it works great when entering data into a spreadsheet. The track-pad makes a bit of a clicky noise on the bottom left side, that sounds like it might be loose, or it might just be part of the build, I honestly can’t tell. Other than that, it’s a great size, is very smooth and is perfectly positioned.
In my opinion, the OLED display is absolutely the winning feature of this laptop. The contrast is stunning when viewing colorful HDR content with pitch black backgrounds. The content pops off your screen and comes to life with the 10-bit 120Hz OLED display. The speakers sound pretty good too, but aren’t quite on par with the screen quality.
Using this laptop for the past few days has been great in terms of performance. I’ve worked on spreadsheets, edited photos and created 2D visual art. I’ve watched 4K movies and videos and have tried a couple online games. Overall the Ryzen 7 chip, Radeon integrated graphics and 16GB of memory make everything work great! I’m very pleased with the performance of this laptop no matter what my task has been.
Another great feature of this laptop is that the power button is also a fingerprint sensor that can be used to unlock Windows along with other security features. The sensor is easy to set up and works great, while adding another layer of security to your personal information.
I think battery life was sacrificed in the build of this laptop to achieve the low weight and ultra thin 12.95 mm design. While the battery life isn’t bad, it certainly doesn’t offer as much usage as other laptops in this size range. With the brightness turned down, and battery saver turned on I think you can get about 8-10 hours of mixed usage. Something good to note is that the power block on the charging cable is much smaller than the block on many other laptops and it actually fits into the pocket of the sleeve that comes with this laptop.
I’m really happy that I got the Acer Swift Edge 16. I’m sure I’ll give it a workout over the coming years as it entertains me and helps me to stay productive. I recommend this laptop to anyone looking for a dependable device that offers a range of features, reliable performance and portability.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The SC-C70MK2 Ottava Premium-Class All-in-One Compact Stereo System has evolved, in this second generation, to bring several key improvements to its renowned sound resolution and graceful design. A newly-adjusted woofer and tweeter and a new acoustic lens render audio with incredible richness, scale, and detail. Spacetune Auto optimizes sound according to the position of the unit, analyzing the distance relative to walls and corners and the effect of sound reflections, and auto-adjusts the sound field for the utmost brilliance in resolution, with 3 one-touch presets available. SC-C70MK2 interfaces easily over Bluetooth and Wifi for internet radio, streaming platforms such as TISAL, Spotify, Amazon Music and Deezer, Google Assistant, built-in Google chromecast, and can be set up for multi-room use by pairing with Chromecast speakers (sold separately). Even when streaming, enjoy highest-resolution listening through Re-master high-precision signal processing circuitry, which expands the frequency band of compressed audio sources to match CD-master quality. The elegant, timeless design of the SC-C70MK2 comes in silver, and is made from premium materials with an elegant CD mechanism, aluminum touch keys, and a louver front grille, that bring a high-end, minimalist look to your living space
Customer Rating
5
My 200+ CD collection just came back to life!
on September 24, 2023
Posted by: Orion
The Panasonic Technics Ottava all-in-one music system is hands-down, the absolute best compact stereo system I’ve ever experienced. This high-end compact stereo really does deliver the ultimate musical experience by combining a CD player with radio tuning and Bluetooth connectivity, while boasting smart functionality, connecting to Google Home and a Technics app for advanced features. With this I’m able to open that massive CD album that I’ve had in the closet for far too long and take a walk down memory lane by listening to my favorite songs and bands from years ago.
Getting everything set up was easy with the aid of a quick start guide, included in the box. Also included is a full size Basic Owner’s Manual that helps you to understand the basic operation of the stereo including network settings, getting the radio set up and the AM and FM antennas connected, working the remote control, navigating the various menu options for the stereo, and more. During set up the unit displayed a message saying that it was not made for my country and may not work properly. I don’t know if this is because I receive an early release model or not, but I haven’t noticed any issues at all.
Once you’ve had a chance to review the Owner’s Manual and get set up, operating the stereo is pretty straightforward. Just select your input and then use the remote, stereo buttons or your smart device to control the stereo. The remote control works really well from a distance and doesn’t need to be perfectly pointed at the stereo to work. The buttons on the unit are touch sensitive for most functions with the power and volume operated by tactile buttons that need to be pressed. This is a great idea, to keep the power button tactile, so that you or a pet doesn’t turn it on by mistake. The app works really well and only took a few minutes to get set up and connected to the stereo. Within the app are options to play content from a large variety of sources including streaming apps such as Spotify and Amazon Music, device connections like Bluetooth, USB, CD or Radio and Home Network files from a music service or your device.
The Ottava produces a rich full sound that fills the room and immerses you into the music or content that you are enjoying. The app offers some limited sound control options and some other advanced features and options. Not only does this all-in-one music system produce high-end, clear and immersive sound, it can do so at a volume level that you will never need to use. In other words, this stereo can get loud, very loud, without sacrificing sound clarity and quality. Listening to my old CD collection again not only brings back great memories, but also gives me a selection of 100’s of CD’s that I hadn't had access to in many years.
The build quality is obvious at every angle, indicating that this stereo is built to last for many years and will likely be turning CD’s for decades. I recommend this to anyone who wants to enjoy the sound quality of a high-end stereo system without needing to take up the space that a full system requires. Anyone who likes to listen to the radio in the morning and spin CD’s in the evening. Anyone with a big family who owns a range of devices to connect and play music from a variety of sources. Pretty much anyone who enjoys rich, clear, immersive sound!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Introducing the Lucyd Eclipse, the ultimate Bluetooth audio sunglasses for both men and women. These smart sunglasses feature a sleek and stylish design, with high-gloss acetate or titanium frames and featherlight internal components for optimal optical quality. The four speakers embedded in the temples provide lush, hi-fi open-ear music and calls, with a Quadrasonic sound that guarantees crisp and enjoyable sound. The touch controls on each temple of the glasses enable a selection of high-utility controls, including call answering, play/pause, track skip, volume adjustment, and voice assistant activation. Compatible with Alexa and Siri, you can make your voice command easily and make your life more convenient. These Bluetooth audio sunglasses also provide all-day battery life with up to 12 hours of playback per charge and over 160 hours of standby connection time. The typical user who listens to 1-2 hours of music daily will only need to charge the glasses once a week. Our sunglasses with Bluetooth come standard with high-quality, TAC-polarized UV400 sunglass lenses with a fashionable gradient finish, which can protect your eyes from harmful UV rays. Additionally, these smart audio glasses are rated IP-56 water resistant, so you can take them poolside or to other outdoor activities without any worries. The dual noise-canceling microphones improve call quality with enhanced clarity and ergonomics for longer-duration calls, and Bluetooth 5.2 technology allows for quick pairing and a 100-foot connectivity range. Upgrade your listening experience with the Lucyd Eclipse Bluetooth audio sunglasses today.
Customer Rating
4
You almost can't tell they are smart sunglasses!
on September 17, 2023
Posted by: Orion
The new Lucyd Lyte sunglasses are a really cool step in the right direction of having technology seamlessly integrated into the objects and items we use daily. With every innovation working to make life a little easier and more comfortable than before for all of us. These glasses bring music, entertainment and connectivity to you in a new way, allowing you to enjoy audio content while still being alert of what’s going on around you.
Out of the box, the glasses come with a cleaning cloth, cloth carry case, a USB adapter and the Lucyd custom charging cable. They come with a cleverly designed hard case to protect your glasses while traveling or when in storage. Also included is a couple quick start guide inserts with all the information you need to get set up and use your new glasses. I need to mention that both inserts include a QR code that mentions a “tutorial video” but they just take you to the Lucyd website homepage.
Speaking of set up, it’s super easy. After unboxing you need to charge your glasses for about 2 hours before you get them set up. Once charged you turn the glasses on by holding both buttons on the underside of the arms until you hear the “Power On” voice prompt. Then you just open the Bluetooth menu on your phone and connect. The glasses automatically enter pairing mode when turned on for the first time.
Using the glasses is easy with the use of two small buttons on the lower side of each arm, towards the hinges of the glasses. The buttons are used as the sole method of control for the glasses. The buttons allow you to use a smart assistant, answer calls, as well as pause/play and volume controls. When raising or lowering the volume you do have to wait about a half second between each time you press the button, which can be a little frustrating if you are trying to quickly lower or raise the volume. If you hold it for 2 seconds your smart assistant will pop up and holding either button for 7 seconds will power each arm down separately.
The sound quality of these is better than I was expecting. While it is a little flat here and there, without the base or treble that you get with buds or headphones, you do still get a clarity that is impressive for how lightweight they are. The volume overall is sufficient for while driving in your car, walking in a local park or running on the trail however it’s when you are in a noisy environment that you start to wish it could get louder. If you are walking a bustling city street, on a noisy train or some other loud area you will struggle to hear your notifications, voice prompts and any quiet songs or podcasts. I do understand that one of the benefits of owning these glasses is the ability to stay alert to your environment around you, while listening to music and being able to take calls. So perhaps the low volume is by design, but giving us the option to increase the volume a little more would be nice.
Bluetooth connectivity works well, is easy to connect and doesn’t lose connection at all.
The glasses can be used with Chat GPT, which seems really cool, until I found out that you need to use an iOS app on your Apple phone, while I have an Android phone and I can’t figure out how to get it to work.
The glasses are comfortable and lightweight. They don’t slip down at all when I’m working out or are sweating and they fit firmly against my face. They feel like they are built from quality materials that will last a long time, which is great for people who opt to use these with prescription lenses.
I’m really happy that I got these new Lucyd Lyte sunglasses and I know I’ll be wearing them a lot. They are stylish, feel great and keep me connected. Plus, they’re just really cool tech!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Meet the Ninja Thirsti Drink System. Personalize flavor and fizz to create thousands of still and sparkling drinks at the touch of a button. Customize your drink by 4 different functions, 20+ flavors, 2 flavor strengths, 3 fizz levels, and 4 drink sizes. Dispense directly into your favorite cup. Includes CO2 Canister and a variety of Flavored Water Drops. Enjoy a single flavor or combine two flavors to create your signature drink.
Customer Rating
4
So many Drink options and Fun to watch them pour!
on September 4, 2023
Posted by: Orion
I've been a long-time fan of Shark and Ninja products, so I was thrilled to discover that they've launched a new carbonated drink system. As someone who enjoys both carbonated beverages and mixed drinks, I was eager to try this soda machine upon its release. This is my first experience with an at-home, on-demand soda machine, and I must say that I'm quite pleased with the variety of drink options it adds to my kitchen, whether for personal use or for entertaining guests.
The Ninja thirsti drink system arrives well-packaged, with the machine and its components neatly wrapped in plastic bags and placed in the product box. The box also contains a separate package for the CO2 canister and a variety box of flavored water drops. Unpacking the system is straightforward; simply remove the parts from their bags and detach any tape that secures movable components. After removing all the cardboard, plastic, and tape, you'll need to install the CO2 canister and plug in the machine. The instruction manual advises running a quick rinse cycle to remove any dust that may have accumulated during storage. To do this, partially fill the water reservoir, dock it onto the unit, and select the option to create a 12-ounce still water drink. Once you've completed this step, you're ready to start making beverages.
Operating the thirsti drink system is incredibly easy and intuitive. Just place a full, cold water reservoir on the unit, choose your desired carbonation level and beverage size, and select a flavor combination from the two options available in the flavor carriage. After making your selections, press the start button to initiate the drink-making process. The machine dispenses your beverage in 6-ounce increments; for example, a 24-ounce drink would be filled, carbonated, and poured four times before it's ready. A full 24-ounce drink, or multiple drink, may take a couple of minutes to prepare, but a single 6-ounce serving is ready in about 30 seconds. The machine operates quietly, although you can hear buzzing and hissing it as it fills and carbonates the water. I find the process entertaining to watch and hear, especially when the flavoring is squirted into the carriage and mixes with the carbonated water.
The unit features two different trays to accommodate various cup sizes, and the bottom tray doubles as a drip tray that should be emptied and cleaned periodically. The tray has an indicator that rises when it becomes full, although I would recommend cleaning it before it reaches that point.
What I particularly like about this machine is its slim design, which occupies minimal counter space and is light enough to be easily stored in a cabinet when not in use. The option to choose the carbonation level is a great feature; I prefer fully carbonated drinks, while my husband likes his a bit less fizzy. We've experimented with all the flavors in the starter 8-pack I received, and we both find the "Splash" flavors most appealing, primarily because they don't contain artificial sweeteners. Given recent concerns about the potential health risks of sucralose, I was initially hesitant but decided to try the other flavors as well. The "Energy" flavor was effective, and the "Vitamins" flavors were decent, though they did leave an aftertaste of artificial sweetener and vitamins. I would recommend that Ninja consider introducing naturally sweetened options, as well as a cola flavor. If natural sweeteners would take up too much space in the pods, an additional pump of liquid natural sweetener could be a viable alternative.
According to the instructions, one CO2 canister can produce up to 100 twelve-ounce carbonated drinks. There's also a canister refill club, which appears to be an excellent way to reduce waste and lower CO2 replacement costs for consumers.
Overall, I'm very pleased with this new addition to my kitchen. As someone who enjoys soda in moderation, I look forward to seeing an expanded flavor selection that includes naturally sweetened options. I'm excited to use it for entertaining, offering a range of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic mixed drinks to friends.
If you're a fan of carbonated beverages, especially seltzer and unsweetened options, you'll likely enjoy the Ninja thirsti drink system. Whether you live alone or in a bustling household, this machine will undoubtedly see frequent use, adding to your kitchen an array of flavorful drink options.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Game like a pro on Windows 11 with this ROG Zephyrus G14. Double up on AMD firepower with Ryzen 9 7940HS CPU and RTX 4060 GPU featuring exclusive AMD SmartShift and Smart Access Memory technology that dynamically boosts performance for any task. Be confident in screen quality with an ROG Nebula 165Hz Display. Leap into the next generation of memory and storage with 8GB of DDR5 RAM, and 512GB of PCIe 4.0 SSD storage.
Customer Rating
5
A smooth blend of Style and Performance!
on August 24, 2023
Posted by: Orion
Unboxing the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 gaming laptop was as simple as cutting the shipping box open, pulling out the laptop box and slicing through the security tape to lift the lid. The packaging as always was top-notch, as you open the box, the laptop is lifted up and out of the box, almost like magic. It’s just a little thing but touches like that really make a product feel special, right out of the box. I've been using this high performance laptop for a few weeks now as my primary Windows machine and it's almost perfect for anything I need to do on a PC, including running Steam games, watching movies on my external monitor, and editing media to share online.
The laptop itself is a healthy balance of brain and brawn. With a moonlight white exterior and unimatrix dot design with a holographic effect in the right light. The design has a modern and sleek look and feel. Complete with thin bezels around the 14-inch display. The weight of this laptop is just right to give you a good balance of durability and portability. It doesn't feel like an economy laptop despite its lightweight build.
Setting it up was a breeze, with Windows 11 and ASUS' Armoury Crate software, which offers various performance settings, giving you the option to customize the power usage depending on your usage. This gaming laptop has an AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 graphics card. These specs mean that you are going to experience amazing performance whether you're editing videos for social media, watching a movie in 4k or playing a game. Even multiple activities on multiple monitors at the same time! The laptop can handle any task or activity that I throw at it! The fan pops on when gaming or performing resource intensive tasks, but given these high-performance specs, that’s to be expected
The display is another great thing about this monitor, with a 120Hz refresh rate and 100% sRGB color gamut, offering stunningly crisp and vibrant visuals that really pop on the screen. I appreciate that there is a webcam in the top bezel of the lid so that I can use this laptop for web meetings and calls with business associates. The touchpad on this laptop is huge and oh so smooth! Probably one of the best touchpads I’ve ever used on a laptop. The keyboard works really great, feels great when typing and it features customizable RGB backlighting, adding just a little more of the product magic that I mentioned earlier in the review. This gaming laptop has just the right amount of extra features to make you say, wow!
Even though the list of pros for this laptop is many, and far greater than I’ve mentioned, I do need to mention just a couple drawbacks. This laptop only has 512GB SSD, which is, IMO, a little below par for a high performance laptop of this caliber. It also tends to get hot under heavy use, which is felt through the keyboard. The battery life is sufficient for my needs, I keep it plugged in and docked mostly. But it may not last long enough to take on a trip and watch more than 1, maybe 2 movies, or perhaps a few hours of offline gaming
I need to mention that I was sent a replacement laptop to review. The first laptop I received had an issue where the laptop wouldn’t wake up and the screen wouldn’t come on, while the keyboard and base of the laptop became extremely hot to the touch. While working with ASUS support we were unable to determine the cause of the overheating issue so they shipped me a replacement laptop, just to be safe. I appreciate the great customer service and fast support offered by ASUS. The replacement arrived quickly after it was shipped and the new laptop has not experienced the issue I had with the original unit.
Overall, I highly recommend the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 gaming laptop to anyone looking for a top tier laptop at a less than top tier price. It checks mostly all the right boxes; performance, features, spec, build quality, display quality and price, making it a great choice for anyone in need of a powerful, portable laptop.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Shark NeverChange Air Purifier MAX is designed for 10x longer filter life, saving you $300 or more in filter replacement costs over 5 years*. It captures 99.98% of airborne particles like allergens*, dust, and dander (based on IEST-RP-CC007.3, 0.1-0.2 microns). It covers up to 1400 sq. ft. for powerful, multi-room purification. Odor Neutralizer Technology guards against odors throughout your home, releasing a fresh scent into your air for 2x better odor reduction vs. filtration alone, Based on ASTM E544 vs. HP300 with filter and carbon only, after 30 minutes. *Allergen refers to non-living matter. *Vs. cost of replacing filters on a competitor unit over 5-year period in 300 square foot space.
Customer Rating
5
Works Great! Cleans and Freshens the air!
on August 15, 2023
Posted by: Orion
Shark certainly is raising the bar with the new NeverChange Air Purifier Max. This purifier can cover up to 1,400 square feet of living space, while capturing 99.98% of airborne particles like allergens, dust, and dander. It includes an innovative Odor Neutralizer Technology that uses a replaceable pod to release a fresh scent into the air to help guard against odors. And, best of all, the filter is advertised to last up to 5 years before needing to be replaced! A longer filter life helps consumers save money and reduces waste in the environment. This is a game changer for air purifiers.
I’ve been using the Shark NeverChange Air Purifier Max for almost a week now and I have only good things to say about its design, features and performance.
The unit arrived in perfect condition. It was nicely packaged in a large poly bag and cardboard inside a cardboard retail box which was inside another cardboard shipping box. Setup was a breeze and it only took a couple minutes to remove the tape and plastic from a few spots, remove the plastic bag from the air filter, insert the odor neutralizer pod and plug in the unit. The air purifier does come with a one page quick start guide to help you get setup and familiarize you with the Clean Sense IQ display and what the different color rings indicate. The guide includes a QR code to scan for more information, however it takes you to the main shark website and not to the full instructions for this model air purifier, as it indicates. Hopefully that will be corrected by Shark for future owners.
I really like the design and functionality of this air purifier. It has a clean, modern look that allows it to be placed in any room with any décor, without disrupting the design aesthetic of the room. The operation of the unit is simple and very user friendly with touch-screen controls on top that work well and are easy to read. The Clean Sense IQ display is bright and easy to read with color rings to indicate the air quality. The air purifier can sense changes in air quality and when set on auto mode it will automatically react to changes in air quality to improve and clean the air around it. The Clean Sense IQ displays live updates so you can watch the Clean Air percentage improve as the air is cleaned by the air purifier. The air quality sensor on this unit works remarkably well, and truly does work in a multi-room environment. I placed the air purifier in my living room and noticed that it responded to changes in air quality in the furthest room away, within a minute or two and cleaned the air within another minute or two. Another great feature of this air purifier is the Debris Defense screens on both sides of the unit. These work as a pre-filter to catch hair, dust and lint and if you clean them regularly they help to extend the life of the air filter and improve the overall performance and efficiency of the unit. The absolute best feature of the Shark NeverChange Air Purifier Max is the air filter that is advertised to last for up to 5 years! While a washable forever HEPA filter should be the ultimate goal for air purifier manufacturers, giving us a filter that can last for up to 5 years is a great step in the right direction! They do say that the statistic is based on a 300 square foot space, versus a competitor unit, which leads me to ask why not test it running on a 1,400 square foot space, or at least something closer to the advertised usage. But I’ll just have to wait and see how long the filter actually lasts for my home. I’m sure it varies depending on usage. I have 2 dogs that produce dander as well as a husband who likes to smoke from time to time so I’m guessing I’ll only get closer to 3 years, but only time will tell.
I’m really happy that I got this new air purifier by Shark. It’s yet another great Shark product that is well-designed, built to last, has innovative features and is user friendly. The air in my home is cleaner than ever before and with the Odor Neutralizer my house has never smelled more fresh!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Feel and hear the beat with bumped-up bass thanks to 250 Watts and an 8" full range woofer. Express yourself with custom text and personalized lighting¹ ²effects while enjoying music on the go. A telescopic handle and smooth gliding wheels make it convenient to enjoy music anywhere and everywhere. Keep the party pumping even by the poolside thanks to its IPX4 water resistant rating³.
Customer Rating
5
The life of the party on wheels!
on July 19, 2023
Posted by: Orion
Right out of the box you know this speaker is going to be impressive. It weighs just enough to feel like a beast while also being light enough to maintain portability with the innovative built in wheels and surprise pull out handle. The speaker came securely packaged in a sturdy cardboard box and arrived in perfect condition. Setting the speaker up was a breeze, I just plugged it in, let it charge for about half an hour, then started it up with the power button. The speaker comes with a very simple fold-out manual that is basically a one page diagram with a QR code to scan and get the LG XBoom app on your smartphone.
After installing the LG XBoom app and connecting to the speaker you can use the app to see the speaker battery level, adjust sound, dot animation and woofer light settings as well as many other useful features like the Karaoke settings, DJ sound tools and wireless party link settings and more.
The LG XBoom XL7 was designed for a party and is ready to show off with its colorful lighting and booming sound. I love all the dancing lights and the customizable settings available in the app. The dot animation panel is fun to watch and even better, you can create customer text to scroll or flash for a party or special event. There are only 10 premade dot animations to choose from at the moment but hopefully LG will create more to add to the library with future updates. It would also be cool if they created an app feature to allow users to create their own dot animations, beyond just the scrolling text. Speaking of parties, the Karaoke feature on the speaker works great and can be really fun when using it with the XBoom app. I highly recommend using it at your next party for some great memories with friends and family. There is also a guitar jack for anyone who plays or has friends who play. I didn’t get a chance to try hooking it up to a guitar yet but I’m sure it sounds great.
The speaker sounds great and can get really loud, much louder than I’ll ever need. You can adjust the sound with the app using the preset sound boost setting or by adjusting the levels yourself for a more customized sound. You do have the option to connect this to another LG speaker with the Party Link function to get a left/right stereo sound experience, which would be really cool and I hope to be able to try out at some point in the future if I ever get another LG speaker with the Party Link function.
I love that this speaker has a battery that can last for up to 20 hours when used with the lights off. I also appreciate that it is IPX4 rated so that I can take it to an outdoor party and not have to be too concerned with spills or a light sprinkle of rain. The portability of the speaker is awesome and it’s actually pretty cool to show up rolling this thing, while playing music behind you. The Karaoke feature can really help to bring a party to life and the dancing colorful lights are mesmerizing to watch while being entertained by the person performing. You can even change the name being shown on the dot animation to show the name of each singer for a karaoke party.
I really like everything about this speaker, it’s incredibly fun and I want to show it off to all of my friends, which means more parties! I highly recommend this to anyone who wants a loud impressive speaker that likes to show off and is something you can take with you when going on a trip.
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With up to 3,000 PSI at 2.0 max GPM, the Greenworks GPW3001 pressure washer is the most powerful residential electric pressure washer available. With a powerful 14-amp TRUBRUSHLESS motor, axial cam pump, and hassle-free, push-button starts, you’ll get to work fast; just plug the 35-foot power cord into any typical exterior household outlet for quick starts with no priming, no choke, and no pull cord. This quiet-running, lightweight, compact, easy-to-store pressure washer features a rugged steel frame and wheel barrow design, thermal relief valve that purges hot water from the pump to cool it down during constant use, and intelligent PCBA technology that automatically senses which pressure washer nozzle is being used, and adjusts motor speeds to auto-adapt for more pressure and water flow for maximum cleaning power. With a 25-foot, non-marring, high-pressure hose, oversized one-gallon soap tank with built-in detergent system, and on-board accessory storage with 15-, 25- and 40-degree nozzles, turbo nozzle, and soap nozzle tips, it’s versatile, portable, and powerful.
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The Greenworks Pro is this happy homeowner's dream come true! Sometimes homeownership can be a little overwhelming and oftentimes more than a little costly. That’s why being able to do some chores on your own, rather than hiring somebody, can be quite helpful when pinching pennies. Our house has needed some outside cleaning to the siding, patios, driveway and sidewalks for quite a while now but I didn’t want to spend the money on a one time clean up when I knew it would just need to be done again in a couple years. I would rather spend a little more up-front, do the job myself, and know that I can continue to do the job myself for many years to come. In comes the Greenworks Pro 3000 PSI professional electric pressure washer. This power washer sets up quickly, is easy to use and works well. Everything this homeowner could ever want from a pressure washer.
The pressure washer came securely packaged in a heavy duty box and arrived in perfect condition. Assembly was a breeze and only required the aid of a Phillips head screwdriver. To assemble the unit you must attach the upper panel and gun holder to the upper handle. Then you install the power cord storage arms, and finally you attach the upper handle onto the frame. Altogether assembly took me about 10 minutes by myself.
This is the first pressure washer I’ve owned and this is also the first time I’ve used one outside of the carwash. That being said, I had no problem learning how to use it and I felt like a pro by the end of cleaning up my back sidewalk and patio area. It’s quite easy to use and doesn’t require a strong arm to get the job done, just a little persistence is all you need. I did find myself getting the power cord, garden hose and washer hose tangled up a bit, but it didn’t impede on my ability to get the job done, and I imagine that is something I will learn to manage as I become more acquainted with using a pressure washer.
The washer comes with five different spray tips, each having its own purpose and suggested usage. Although I did try them all, for my concrete cleanup job I stuck with the turbo spray tip. This nozzle rotates in a zero to fifteen degree spray pattern in a circular motion to break down tough dirt and grime. The spray pattern covers an area of 4 to 8 inches wide, depending on the distance between the tip and the surface being cleaned. The sprayer blasts away the crud that’s built up on my patio over the years with just one pass, with a second pass to clean up any tough spots that were left behind.
Overall I’m extremely happy with the Greenworks Pro 3000 PSI pressure washer and I’m so glad to have waited to get my own versus paying somebody else to do the job for me. As a homeowner I know I’ll get a lot of usage out of this over the years to come. From cleaning the siding on my home, which is my next job, to washing the cars, this thing is going to quickly become one of my most used and favorite outdoor power tools. I highly recommend this to any homeowner who likes getting the job done themself.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Designed for small and medium-size businesses, the imageCLASS MF753Cdw model balances speedy performance and minimal maintenance. The MF753Cdw is easy to set up and offers media versatility to print on a variety of media types and sizes, including envelopes, banners and more. The customizable, 5" color touchscreen delivers an intuitive user experience. Produce crisp, colorful documents with fast print speeds of up to 35 pages per minute1, using high quality Canon Genuine Toner 069 / 069 H. Use Poster Artist Online to create professional-posters, banners and signage. The MF753Cdw offers and expandable paper capacity of up to 850 sheets, with a plain paper capacity of up to 250 sheets, 50-sheet multipurpose tray, and optional cassette PF-K1 which holds up to 550 sheets. The MF753Cdw has a 50-sheet automatic document feeder, which scans double-sided documents in one pass. Easily connect and print through high-speed USB, Ethernet, or wirelessly from computers or mobile devices. Print using a variety of mobile apps, including the Canon PRINT Business app2 using your compatible mobile device. The MF753Cdw comes with a 3-year limited warranty3 and is backed by Canon's Service and Support network.
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on March 21, 2023
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I’ve wanted a laser printer for quite a while now but have always settled for inkjet printers because they typically cost less. But while they do typically cost less, you get what you pay for and I’ve never been fully satisfied with the print quality or print times from the inkjet printers I’ve owned. Working in an office for most of my life I’ve used plenty of laser printers but I’ve never owned one until now! And I can happily report that the Canon MF753Cdw has been everything I’ve ever wanted in a home office printer and even more!
This printer far exceeds my expectations in both print quality, speed, functionality, durability and overall product performance. The printer arrived in a heavy duty box and was well packaged and easy to unpack, though the box does weigh approximately 70lbs, so keep that in mind. The printer is 48.5lbs, so once you have it unpacked it’s a bit easier to manage. I’ve spent the past week or so getting to know my new printer and let me tell you, there is a lot to learn. Setup with wifi from the printer control panel is quick and easy. But once you get the basics set up, network connection, passwords, and an update to all the drivers on the computer you’ll be using, there is a bit of a learning curve when it comes to managing the printer and taking full advantage of all it has to offer. To give you an idea, the full user guide download is 801 pages long. There is also an online version of the user guide that is mobile friendly and searchable to make it a bit more user friendly.
Working from home I often print contracts, and other reports to review while I’m away from my desk. I appreciate a hard copy, especially if I’m going to be reading it close to bedtime. I also have a side-job selling merchandise on various online marketplaces so I use this printer for printing shipping labels and customer invoices as well as any other print jobs that come up during my day. Everything I’ve printed so far has come out perfectly and faster than I thought was possible. No more smudging ink or waiting for the paper to dry. No more curled pages or ripples in the paper from the wet ink. I’m so happy with the laser printer quality. It looks great and it is incredibly fast. I ran a side-by-side print test comparison with my inkjet printer, printing a 25 page color document with lots of photos. The Canon MF753Cdw finished the entire print job before my inkjet was finished with the first page, no kidding. It really took me by surprise at just how fast it is. The inkjet print was a little darker, but other than that the Canon wins on quality and speed hands down.
I love everything about the design of this printer. Accessing the toner, paper tray, any potential paper jams and everything is super easy and very well thought out. Speaking of paper jams, I’ve printed a few hundred pages so-far, on a variety of paper types and have not had one jam yet. Nothing, no jams! I really like that I can scan photographs from the scan tray without needing to lift the top and place them directly on the glass. I’ve already started scanning a few old family photo albums. It works great and is easy, they scan directly to your computer once you get it set up.
Another great feature is the touchscreen LCD control panel, which, by the way, is fully customizable (another one of those many features to learn). The touch screen works great and the display is bright and easy to read.
As somebody who works from home, and as a small business owner, I am extremely happy with my new Canon imageCLASS printer. This is not only the best printer I’ve ever owned, it’s one of the nicest printers I’ve had the pleasure of using. It fulfills all of my home office and small business needs quickly and with great quality. If you're tired of waiting for your slow printer to produce wet pages, then switch to this Canon MF753Cdw, you will love it more and more every time you use it!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Add high-end performance to your everyday life with the Google Pixel XL. A quad-core processor, a 5.5-inch LED screen and 32GB of memory ensure this phone is able to handle daily life, and Corning Gorilla Glass 4 protects the screen. Easy cloud storage ensures you never run out of space on the Google Pixel XL.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Amazing Phone
By bzm3j81
from Detroit, MI
First and foremost, this phone is amazing. Performance and quality exceed my expectations from Google.
Pro’s:
- Build Quality
- Phone Performance
- Google Assist
- Unlimited photo storage
- Battery life
- Camera!
- Build Quality
- Phone Performance
- Google Assist
- Unlimited photo storage
- Battery life
- Camera!
Con’s:
- Cost
- Lack of some “flagship” features (i.e. IP67 rating, wireless charging, removable storage)
- Cost
- Lack of some “flagship” features (i.e. IP67 rating, wireless charging, removable storage)
Build quality: This phone is solid in your hand from the moment you pick it up. The aluminum body feels solid and the phone has enough weight behind it to sit comfortably in your hand. I was concerned about the glass portion of the back panel, as I cringed every time I put the phone down on a solid surface, but it has endured very well so far and beyond adding a little flair it helps to quickly identify the top from bottom of the phone as I bring it out of my pocket. The front screen is probably the best screen I have ever used on a smart phone, colors are vibrant, the blacks are deep, and I would put it up against any screen that Apple or Samsung produce. It would really be nice if this was IP 67 rated for water resistance and dust resistance.
Performance: The new Qualcomm 821 processor doesn’t seem leaps and bounds above the older 820 model, but there are times where it is noticeable. Transitions are smooth, scrolling is faster and more responsive, and the phone overall just seems more fluid. The finger print reader is very quick. The camera does load faster than my old phone, but isn’t instant.
Software: The new launcher is very smooth. Took a little bit of time to get used to the “pull up” for the app drawer, but it seems much more natural than the old app drawer button. The Google assistant is nice, but seems to be a slightly more powerful Google now… I expect this will get better over time, but right now seems to be a little basic. Verizon did a great job with the phone’s “bloatware”. I haven’t “noticed” the applications and it seems that they can be uninstalled if I want to. (good job guys). Everything seems to work really well, and the 3D touch is really nice for the applications it works with right now (mostly google apps) but as with most of the software, it will just get better with time.
Camera: This is hands down the best camera I have ever used on a phone. I was worried about the lack of OIS (optical image stabilization) but after seeing how well the EIS performs, it really isn’t a concern anymore. Photos look amazing, the stabilization is awesome, and the HDR+ mode is so fast, I do not even know it’s on. Combined with the unlimited Google photos storage, I really don’t mind the 32GB storage size. Low light photos are amazing and the autofocus is fast. Colors look amazing. I really can’t say enough about this thing. I do wish it had OIS to cover those situations where EIS struggles (lose some details in low light with HDR+ and shaky hands) but I do not think it’s needed overall.
Battery: bottom line, rock solid. I run my phones hard, and normally have to charge them in the car to and from work. (sometimes even at work). But no issues with this Pixel XL. The Qualcomm 821 processor combined with the OLED screen seem to have really helped battery life out. I am looking at 18 hours of life today alone and that’s with about 7 hours of screen time on.)
If you are in the market for a phone, and you have the money, this phone will not disappoint.
Orion
Columbia, MO
3D Touch?
October 23, 2016
I've read that it does not have a pressure sensitive screen, so no 3D touch. Not sure what your referring to, haptic touch?
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Grill and brown food to tasty perfection all-year-round with virtually no smoke thanks to the Philips Smoke-less Indoor BBQ Grill. Advanced infrared technology and special reflectors guide heat to the grid for delicious, evenly grilled food. The drip tray underneath remains cool so there is up to 80% less smoke and minimal splattering when cooking.
did it char like an outdoor grill? Thinking about getting this since we can no longer have outdoor grills in our complex.
No, it does not. The chicken I cooked took about 22 minutes and had no burned/chared areas at all. It's still a great grill, you just have to get used to the non open flame taste for some things.
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Showcase video adventures in Full HD with this 24.5-inch HP Omen gaming display. Its 144Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response time let you play fast-action games seamlessly, and it has HDMI, DisplayPort and USB 3.0 ports for versatile connectivity. This HP Omen gaming display has a built-in headphone hook for easy organization.
Is this a Freesync monitor? I keep getting conflicting information.
Yes, I have this monitor and can confirm it does have "Gaming - FreeSync" Viewing Mode.
6 years, 10 months ago
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Orion
Samsung UBD-K8500 4K Ultra HD Smart Blu-ray Player: This HDR-compatible, 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player offers 4x the resolution of a standard Blu-ray player. The built-in UHD upscaling technology enhances the picture quality from standard Blu-ray discs and DVDs, and built-in Wi-Fi allows you to stream 4K movies and shows from your favorite services.Learn more about 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray ›
When is this going to be available to order? Keeps on saying sold out online
I was able to snag one Open-Box online, and it was delivered the next day. I tried like 20 times and finally was able to get one. I just kept checking the site like every hour and adding it to my cart and trying to check out, lol. Persistence pays. :) The unit I received still had all the plastic wrap and my guess is that whoever owned it before me only had it to review it. Keep tyring!!
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