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Space Q45 noise canceling headphones balance refined design and ergonomic, comfort-enhancing details, with incredible immersive audio performance. Hi-resolution audio takes center stage - these are performance tested to block up to 98% of unwanted noise - but a huge 50 hour playtime makes the Space Q45 a perfect pair of headphones.
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5
Best bang for the buck pair of NC headphones!
on October 18, 2022
Posted by: VangTfz
The Soundcore by Anker Space Q45!
TLDR - great pair of wireless noise canceling headphones that comes in at half or less than half the price of other competitors.
TLDR - great pair of wireless noise canceling headphones that comes in at half or less than half the price of other competitors.
Pros:
> Great battery life: i got ~60 hours of use without NC & ~45 hours with NC; in both scenarios, i typically listen to music/podcasts ~60% volume.
> Sound quality: sound signature for me personally was great, i’m not necessarily an audiophile, but liked the out of the box settings & found the EQ from the app to be pretty good.
> Noise Cancellation & Transparency: these do a very good job of canceling noise, given that they are coming in at half the price of ones that completely cancel noise! The transparency mode is also great and voices can be brought to the forefront to have conversations easier w/o taking off the headphones.
> Build quality: the headphones are mostly plastic with a bit of aluminum alloy around the head band, however it doesn’t feel too cheap, and is pretty lightweight so as to not create much fatigue when wearing
> Comfort: as mentioned previously, these are pretty lightweight and are comfy to wear. The clamping force is also fine as it isn’t too tight, but just enough so that the ear cups seal enough to create a noise canceling atmosphere.The articulation of the motion in the ear cups allow for these to fit on various positions while maintaining a high level of comfort!
> Controls: physical buttons are provided for power, play/pause toggle, & volume. Additionally, you get an NC button that cycles through NC mode, transparency mode, or off for both NC & transparency (this particular button can be customized via the app to perform other actions). I think the placement/layout of these buttons are very intuitive and took me very little time to build my muscle memory for where they were.
> Portability: the Q45s can fold pretty easily and also come with a hard shell case. When folded, it’s pretty small and can easily fit in a bag OR hooked onto a bag.
> Great battery life: i got ~60 hours of use without NC & ~45 hours with NC; in both scenarios, i typically listen to music/podcasts ~60% volume.
> Sound quality: sound signature for me personally was great, i’m not necessarily an audiophile, but liked the out of the box settings & found the EQ from the app to be pretty good.
> Noise Cancellation & Transparency: these do a very good job of canceling noise, given that they are coming in at half the price of ones that completely cancel noise! The transparency mode is also great and voices can be brought to the forefront to have conversations easier w/o taking off the headphones.
> Build quality: the headphones are mostly plastic with a bit of aluminum alloy around the head band, however it doesn’t feel too cheap, and is pretty lightweight so as to not create much fatigue when wearing
> Comfort: as mentioned previously, these are pretty lightweight and are comfy to wear. The clamping force is also fine as it isn’t too tight, but just enough so that the ear cups seal enough to create a noise canceling atmosphere.The articulation of the motion in the ear cups allow for these to fit on various positions while maintaining a high level of comfort!
> Controls: physical buttons are provided for power, play/pause toggle, & volume. Additionally, you get an NC button that cycles through NC mode, transparency mode, or off for both NC & transparency (this particular button can be customized via the app to perform other actions). I think the placement/layout of these buttons are very intuitive and took me very little time to build my muscle memory for where they were.
> Portability: the Q45s can fold pretty easily and also come with a hard shell case. When folded, it’s pretty small and can easily fit in a bag OR hooked onto a bag.
Cons:
> Call quality: the microphone on these are decent but don’t do a great job of blocking any ambient noise (at least i’m told from my wife when i call her with these paired). I myself did not find the Q45’s mics to be up to par compared to some of my other NC headphones but then again, it is coming in at half of the price of those :P
> Fingerprint magnet, so be prepared to wipe these down a bit if you are a super conscious about it
When used for gaming, there is noticeable lag especially if you are playing FPS games (i would say ~ a quarter to half of a second delay). Would recommend against these if they’ll be used specifically for gaming.
> Since these are noise canceling, the ear pads are a leather-ish type material to create a better seal, and because of this they don’t really make for good workout headphones. Moisture is easily created where the headphones sit, and you may experience heat buildup there as well.
> Call quality: the microphone on these are decent but don’t do a great job of blocking any ambient noise (at least i’m told from my wife when i call her with these paired). I myself did not find the Q45’s mics to be up to par compared to some of my other NC headphones but then again, it is coming in at half of the price of those :P
> Fingerprint magnet, so be prepared to wipe these down a bit if you are a super conscious about it
When used for gaming, there is noticeable lag especially if you are playing FPS games (i would say ~ a quarter to half of a second delay). Would recommend against these if they’ll be used specifically for gaming.
> Since these are noise canceling, the ear pads are a leather-ish type material to create a better seal, and because of this they don’t really make for good workout headphones. Moisture is easily created where the headphones sit, and you may experience heat buildup there as well.
For what these are marketed as, they nailed everything! At this price point, this is probably the best bang for the buck you can get for a wireless NC pair of cans. Would highly recommend the Space Q45s to anyone that is in looking to get a pair of NC headphones. Don’t let the price fool you!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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With Shark FlexStyle, you can easily transform between a powerful, fast, hair dryer, and an ultra-versatile multi-styler with no-heat-damage. One twist is all it takes to flex from one to the other. Attach different stylers and unlock the ability to curl, volumize, smooth, and dry—the choice is yours. Lightweight & powerful, FlexStyle is the answer to fast, easy styling.
Customer Rating
5
Best hair styling & drying system!!!
on October 11, 2022
Posted by: VangTfz
The FlexStyle Air Styling & Drying System!!! Out of the box you get:
FlexStyle system (main component which all the following components attach to)
2x 1.25” curlers (left and right)
Oval brush (with bristles that go all the way around - harder for me to use as i have thicker hair, but i can use it after going through the paddle brush to add more volume)
Paddle brush (with bristles that go halfway around - easier for me to use especially with the air flow set to the lowest level)
Styling concentrator
FlexStyle system (main component which all the following components attach to)
2x 1.25” curlers (left and right)
Oval brush (with bristles that go all the way around - harder for me to use as i have thicker hair, but i can use it after going through the paddle brush to add more volume)
Paddle brush (with bristles that go halfway around - easier for me to use especially with the air flow set to the lowest level)
Styling concentrator
The ease of switching between styling and dryer functions makes the FlexStyle a jack of all tools… The feature sets of the FlexStyle allow for 3 various levels of air and heat. Though there are 3 different levels of air/heat, i found that the lowest settings of each were enough for me to easily dry my hair as i comb it. Another great thing about the FlexStyle is that it is very lightweight & easy to maneuver. The comfort and ability to easily maneuver the FlexStyle helped to efficiently style/dry my hair, unlike some other bulkier tools that are available. Lastly, the different attachments that come with the FlexStyle has helped me to minimize the sheer amount of devices/tools i would need in order to get the look & feel i want in my hair. I’ve gone from 4 separate tools now (e.g., blow-dryer, curler, multipurpose brushes, etc.) to just the FlexStyle.
For the cost of the FlexStyle and the versatility that is built in, i cannot recommend this product from Shark enough, especially if you have limited space!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Convenient handling, high performance and easy to clean – these are features of the HYBRID H300. It takes care of providing the ideal humidity within your four walls. At the same time, the innovative, integrated filter cleans the room air and alleviates discomfort for people with allergies. Thanks to an integrated sensor, this appliance measures the relative humidity level in real time and automatically adjusts its evaporator output. The HYBRID H300 provides for real well-being in your house!
Customer Rating
5
Best humidifier and purifier combo!
on October 10, 2022
Posted by: VangTfz
The Boneco H300! Out of the box you get the H300, filter (pre-filter & pollen filter), and charger. The H300 is super easy to set up via the Boneco app and took ~4 mins to get up and running. The app also provides videos on first time use and cleaning to help you keep your H300 in good working order. Unlike many of my current humidifiers, the H300 is very easy to clean and is also dishwasher safe for the humidifier mesh wheel. Because of the accessibility of cleaning, i can already tell the H300 will be easier to maintain and will be longer lived compared to my other hard to clean humidifiers. I have the H300 setup in my kids’ room because they have a slew of allergies and always wake up with stuffy noses. After a couple of days of use, my boys are already noticeably waking up less congested and have better starts to their days. Some other very useful features of the H300 are the temperature and humidity comparisons of where the unit is and the outside.
Overall, this is a great 3-in-1 humidifier & purifier for large spaces, and i highly recommend it to anyone that is in need of either type of device!
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The Shark Air Purifier 3-in-1 uses Pure Air MicroForce to deliver fast, powerful, and quiet purification with added purified heat and purified fan modes. Clean Sense IQ senses air quality & auto-adjusts to improve and report results in real time. A HEPA filter captures 99.98% of airborne particles like allergens*, dust, and dander (based on IEST-RP-CC007.3, 0.1-0.2 microns). Cleans up to 500 square feet. *“Allergens” refers to non-living matter.
Customer Rating
5
Great large room purifier!
on October 10, 2022
Posted by: VangTfz
The Shark Air Purifier 3-in-1. The 3-in-1 functions are to provide air purification, purified heat, and Purified Fan. In the box, you receive the purifier with a filter that you’ll need to unbag upon first use. Unlike many of the purifiers i have around my house, the Shark comes with an air quality percentage display. At first glance, it may appear as a gimmick, however upon the first couple hours of use you can actually feel the air quality in correlation to the percentage displayed. It took roughly 1.5 hours to go from 80% to 100% in my 600sq/ft living room. The difference was very noticeable, unlike many of the other purifiers i have, which only showed marginal differences in air quality when running.
The Shark also comes with a magnetically detachable remote which sits on top of the purifier. This particular feature is quite useful as you can easily remove the remote for use or dock it after setting up the purifier to your liking. I have not much use for the other features outside of the air purification, so i can’t speak to the purified heat or purified fan.
If there is anything that is certain, though, it’s that Shark’s quality has been very good and reliable. I have various products from them ranging from vacuums to purifiers, and hair care tech. So far, Shark has blown everything else out of the park in terms of quality and feature sets. This Shark Air Purifier adds on to a list of many other Shark products that i’ll continue to buy and keep recommending to friends and family.
Overall, this is a high quality and large room air purifier, and i would highly recommend it for anyone that is need of one.
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ROCCAT’s Syn Max Air is for PC gamers who want it all wireless freedom, ultimate comfort, and incredible performance, in a brilliant RGB-infused package. The Syn Max Air features a rapid charge docking station, while Stellar Wireless technology optimizes signal strength and battery life, and Bluetooth lets gamers connect with other devices. Designed using a lightweight aluminum structure, the Syn Max Air is optimized for long gaming sessions. ProSpecs glasses-friendly cushions with cooling gel-infused memory foam provide all-day comfort. Go beyond traditional surround sound and push the boundaries of audio performance with immersive 3D audio driven by large and powerful 50mm Nanoclear speakers
Customer Rating
4
Great looking and comfortable gaming headset!
on October 5, 2022
Posted by: VangTfz
The Turtle Beach Roccat Syn Max Air, a wireless gaming headset with a charging dock. In terms of build quality, this headset is very sleek and extremely well made. The ear pads are mostly faux leather with a soft fabric where it rests on your head. The material choice makes for a comfortable headset to use for long periods of time. I found myself playing games & listening to music for 5+ hour sessions without having any sweat form on or around where the headphones sit. The ear pad’s thickness is also around 1” making this a true around ear headset and affords enough room for your ears to be enveloped without touching OR brushing up against the drivers; this is important because ear fatigue/discomfort can be caused due to contact with the drivers/driver shielding. In terms of quality of listening from a comfort standpoint, the Max Air headset gets a 9/10 from me as it is very comfy. The only con preventing me from giving it a 10/10 for comfort is that the tension of the headset seems quite tight at first, and so i had to place it on a yoga block to loosen up the tension a bit before it felt truly comfortable. Lastly, the headband has a faux leather wrapped cushion that aids in creating a more comfortable listening experience.
Aside from the build quality of the ear pads, the headset’s drivers are built around partially smoky transparent plastic. This material screams fingerprint magnet. I myself don’t mind it too much, but it is worth noting for others that are more self-conscious about keeping their headsets clean! There is RGB that emanates from the drivers (which is why the casing is partially transparent) and makes for great eye candy (especially young gamers). The base docking station also has an RGB ring at the bottom which illuminates when the headset is on. If you are looking for eye candy galore, this headset is it :P
In terms of sound quality, this headset is pretty accurate. I noticed that the highs and mids are a tad bright and distinguishing directional audio very easy. I mainly play FPS games with my Astro A40s but now i can play with the Syn Max Air without losing any of that great audio quality or the hassle of dealing with cables! The mic is also quite decent and my friends could hear me pretty clearly. The muting function is more convenient compared to my A40s, as i only have to flip up the mic to mute as opposed to pressing a toggle button and then checking the MixAmp to visually verify it's muted as intended.
The only real big gripe i have against this headset is that the volume wheel is very loose and makes for a very sensitive wheel. There isn’t much tactile feedback to indicate when you’ve gone up/down a level in volume. Some users may like this, but i personally don’t as sometimes when i’m just sitting in my chair and my headset brushes against it, the volume may change due to the looseness in the wheel.
Overall, i would highly recommend this headset for anyone that is in need of a great looking, comfortable gaming headset.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Shark® Wandvac® Self-Empty System is the powerful, lightweight cordless vacuum that empties itself so you can ditch the dirty work. It features HyperVelocity® suction power and a PowerFins® brushroll to tackle floors & carpets with no hair wrap. And when you’re done cleaning, Wandvac® automatically empties into a HEPA-sealed base for up to 100x less dust in your home vs. Wandvac® traditional emptying.
Customer Rating
5
Ultra lightweight vacuum!!!
on September 28, 2022
Posted by: VangTfz
The Shark Wandvac Self-Empty System, Bagless Cordless 3-in-1 Cordless Stick Vacuum! A super portable ~2lb vacuum that is great for quick cleanups. The vacuum is ultra lightweight and does not disappoint when it comes to suction power as it can easily pick up most debris on the first pass. Because it is so lightweight, it’s very easy to maneuver with one hand for quicker cleaning with less effort. The self-cleaning brush does indeed work as intended, and I have yet to find any hair or strands stuck in it after using it multiple times. The self-empty feature is also quite convenient and I can already see maintenance for this vacuum will be very effortless as the machine does most of the work for you already to ensure it stays in tip top shape. The Wandvac comes with a crevice head, small brush head, and bigger squared brush head. These additional heads make for versatile cleaning for stairs, sofas, cars, etc.
The only cons that I can think of are related to battery life and the noise level of the self-emptying feature. The battery life is not that great, so don’t expect this to be your go to vacuum if you need to vacuum your entire house in one go; it’s more fit/suited for quick cleanups and from my experience, it lasted ~20 minutes per charge. The self-emptying base station noise is super loud and takes ~10 seconds to fully empty the Wandvac; it isn’t any louder than an actual corded upright vacuum, but gets near that level of noise.
Overall, the Shark Wandvac is a great little vacuum that will always have you reaching for it instead of other vacuums for quick cleanups! I have a Dyson V11 and this Wandvac does very well to keep up in terms of cleaning quality and takes it to a whole new level when it comes to maintaining the vacuum itself. I would highly recommend this vacuum to anyone, but especially those who may have mobility impairments, as it’s super lightweight and easy to use!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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A minimalist keyboard mastered for Mac with extraordinary feel, precision, and performance. Low-profile mechanical switches deliver a satisfying and quiet typing experience. Dual colored keycaps with a key layout for Mac computers help improve precision through your peripheral vision. Plus, get a complimentary 1-month Creative Cloud subscription with your purchase of MX Mechanical Mini For Mac and create, make, and do like never before.
Customer Rating
5
Most versatile Mac/iOS mechanical keyboard!
on September 26, 2022
Posted by: VangTfz
The Logitech MX Mechanical Mini Wireless Keyboard… for Mac/iOS devices!!!
TLDR: Though there are only a handful of mechanical keyboards out there for Mac/iOS devices, this one does not disappoint and would easily be top 3 in that exclusive list.
The keyboard itself comes with brown switches which provides tactile feedback when typing. I myself prefer brown switches, so i was not disappointed at all with the ones that come with the Logitech MX Mini here. The typing experience was quite good, and all the keys were pretty uniform in their feedback and actuation between keystrokes. The only thing about the keyboard that i did not really like was that the layout did not follow the same layout of the Macbook Pro’s or my Apple Magic Keyboard. Due to this, i had to retrain my muscle memory to adjust accordingly to the Windows-esque layout (e.g., TKL 75% keyboards). Since i am a software engineer that works primarily on Mac machines, i make use of keyboard shortcuts quite a bit when coding, so this particular layout caused me some issues at first because my fingers would think i was on a Windows machine (and i would activate the wrong keyboard shortcuts OR no shortcuts at all because of this). Your experience with the layout may fare better, depending on your personal preference/ability to adjust.
Outside of the typing experience, this keyboard has quite a nifty feature where you can pair up to 3 separate devices and switch between them seamlessly. This is quite useful as i can pair my MacBook Pro (when it’s docked), iPhone, and iPad Pro. At the press of one button, i’m able to go from typing on one device to the others and makes for a must-have peripheral for minimalists. I’ve seen this feature float around other Logitech non-mechanical keyboards and have always wanted a mechanical keyboard with it! Very much appreciate Logitech making it happen with this MX Mini.
Overall, i would highly recommend this keyboard for anyone that wants a great typing experience across multiple devices.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Record your memorable adventures with this GoPro HERO11 Black camera. The rear LCD screen lets you conveniently frame your shots to optimize picture quality, and the image sensor features a wide field of view to capture more content. This GoPro HERO11 Black camera boasts HyperSmooth 5.0 stabilization and Horizon Lock for crisp footage even if the camera moves and captures 5.3K videos and 27MP photos for detailed visuals.
Customer Rating
5
GoPro does it again with another great action cam!
on September 26, 2022
Posted by: VangTfz
The GoPro Hero11 Black! In the box you get the GoPro Hero11 camera, a mounting screw, a mount, a USB Type A to Type C charging cable, and an Enduro battery!
Coming from the GoPro Hero10 Black and looking at the specs of the Hero11, i was not too impressed until i actually starting using it. I love playing tennis and occasionally will bring out the GoPro Hero10 with me to record myself so i can work on my form, technique, and footwork. With the Hero10 and Enduro battery, i notice that the hot weather usually causes it to overheat around the ~30 minute mark, more or less due to the temps outside. With the Hero11 and the Enduro battery, i encountered overheating issues around the ~45 minute mark when shooting side by side with the Hero10 in ~95° weather… At first glance, it appears that the Hero10 & Hero11 are identical in terms of the body, so there may be something else that is affording better heat management (perhaps a more efficient CPU).
When reviewing the footage, i did notice that the color reproduction of the Hero11 was much more rich, and this is due to the 10bit color recording feature! Just wow! The banding is just so much more smooth and very evident, especially if you are recording backdrops with gradients. Another great feature that i appreciated was that the Hero11 has full horizon lock, meaning regardless of the tilt of your camera, the video would be locked per the horizon. On the Hero10, i bought the Max Lens to achieve this same effect as the tilt limit was ~45°, but no more need for that on the Hero11! This was a very much appreciated feature because when the balls come flying into the fence where my GoPro is mounted, it may tilt due to the sheer force but because of the full horizon lock, video footage still appears as intended! Hypersmooth 5.0 on the Hero11 also faired very well on this particular shot as well, as there was much less noticeable camera wobble/shake when the tennis balls made contact near the fence where the GoPros were mounted compared to the Hero10.
Because the Hero10 & Hero11 are practically identical, i was able to use all my mods from my Hero10 on the Hero11. Technically, if you have any mods/accessories for the Hero9, it’ll work with the Hero11 as well :P
As i mentioned before, from a specs to specs comparison with the Hero10, the Hero11 seems a tad bit underwhelming as it’s appears to be small spec bumps here and there. However once you try it out for yourself, there is no doubt the Hero11 is indeed the best and you can’t help but just marvel at how GoPro manages to keep bringing great improvements to what it always seems an already awesome action cam!
I would highly recommend the Hero11 for hardcore active users! If you’re on a budget though, the Hero10 is still a great option for $50 less :)
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Engineered for better performance and responsiveness, SCUF Instinct Pro for Xbox Series X|S provides a competitive edge taking precious milliseconds off your reaction times. Four rear Remappable Paddles are embedded within the controller placing them at your fingertips for faster play and increased durability. Instant Triggers allow you to switch from a regular trigger to mouse-click action for ultra-fast shots. Three paddle remapping configurations can be selected with the press of a button. Interchangeable thumbsticks improve your accuracy while the non-slip Performance Grip make this wireless and wired controller deliver hours of comfort no matter how long you play. Endless customization options available.
Customer Rating
5
SCUF is the only controller worth buying...
on September 4, 2022
Posted by: VangTfz
The SCUF Instict Pro... 2nd to none when it comes to fully customizable Xbox controllers. The Instinct Pro comes with 4 back buttons which are fully remappable, so you don't ever have to take your thumbs off the sticks. I personally love the positioning of the back buttons as they are close, and the actuation method is very flexible where your back fingers can bump into them or depress inwards to activate the button press. Additionally, there are trigger motion limiter toggles in the back for both LT & RT that provide instant triggers for FPS games to help with more efficient game mechanics.
The thumb sticks are also replaceable like most other SCUF controllers and this one comes with 2 domed sticks (1 of which is taller height for more accurate precision movements & 1 which is standard height) & 2 concave sticks which are standard height. The fact that the sticks are replaceable means this is truly a pro gamer's dream when it comes to making the necessary small adjustments to get to the next level of your gaming journey, whether you are a pro or casual player.
The faceplate is magnetic & removable and this helps out tremendously when it comes to maintenance & durability of the controller. Many times in the past, i've noticed stick drift on my older controllers and in order to fix it, I would need to dismantle the controllers in order to spray some WD40 or garage door grease on the stick joint to agitate micro particles/debris that may be causing the drift. With SCUF controllers, because the faceplate is removable AND/OR the sticks are removable, it makes for correcting stick drift a true breeze unlike the OEM controllers.
Overall, the performance of this controller is bar none, and I wouldn't recommend any other controller when it comes to PC or Xbox gaming. No others in the gaming industry does it better than SCUF!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Strap in for breakneck gaming speeds with the WD_BLACK SN850X NVMe internal SSD. Crush load times and slash throttling, lagging, and model pop-ins for a smooth, fast experience that lets you compete at your absolute peak. This purpose-built gaming drive comes in the capacity of 1TB. With the advanced features of Game Mode 2.0 (Windows only) plus speeds that approach the limits of the PCIe Gen43 interface, the WD_BLACK SN850X NVMe SSD delivers top-tier performance to keep you playing, streaming, recording, and dominating the game.
Customer Rating
5
Blazing PCIe 4.0 drive
on September 4, 2022
Posted by: VangTfz
The WD SN850x... This variant is a 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe drive and my oh my... is it fast... Using it as the OS drive in my Windows 11 desktop, it literally breezed through the Windows 11 image install within minutes (very impressive as it usually takes 5+ minutes on PCIe 3.0 NVMe drives & a bit longer or other SATA 3 SSDs). Using CrystalDiskMark to benchmark, the numbers were 6000+ MB/s for Q8T1 & 5000+ for Q1T1 for reads/writes. If these numbers don't make any sense to you, just know that it means blazing fast...
I also tested this in my PS5 and got very similar results. This drive does not disappoint. Was getting 6000+ MB/s reads after installing it and performing a read test. Gaming from this drive rendered no issues and I usually play 3-4 hour sessions. No overheating issues, no visual issues when it came to the games (I play Fortnite, COD Vanguard, Apex Legends, Warzone, etc.).
Performance here is top-notch, but just note that it does not come with a heat sink, so you'll have to buy one if you want it to maintain that performance and drive longevity! I currently have a pretty beefy aluminum heat sink mounted on it to help dissipate the heat and thus far, it's delivered the goods in terms of lightning speeds.
I would highly recommend this drive as it is very good and more than capable for next gen gaming. If you happen to catch it on sale, it's definitely a bargain and worth the monies!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Edit photographs and videos with this Dell laptop. Its 15.6-inch Ultra HD screen and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 graphics card let you see the finest details, and its 512GB solid-state drive holds plenty of your files and documents. This Dell laptop includes 16GB of DDR4 RAM and a quad-core Intel Core i7 chip for smooth program operations.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Great laptop for a great price!
By VangTfz
Long story short, the Dell XPS 15 9560 is a beast of a machine!
Pros:
- Thin bezels, makes the footprint of the laptop considerably smaller
- Port selection is good (2 usb 3.0 type a ports, audio headphone/microphone combo jack, HDMI 1.4 out, sd card reader and a thunderbolt 3 port)
- Dazzling 4k display with 100% Adobe RGB color space
- Upgradeable ram (2 slots up to 32gb ddr4) and m.2 ssd
- Fingerprint scanner (quick and easy way to login via Windows hello)
- Latest i7 processor (brings a marginal increase in performance over the previous 6th generation i7 along with better power management which equals longer battery life, I usually get a little over 7 hours of use before needing to plug in)
- GTX 1050 (allows for gaming with playable frame rates for demanding games and great frame rates for most games)
- Thin bezels, makes the footprint of the laptop considerably smaller
- Port selection is good (2 usb 3.0 type a ports, audio headphone/microphone combo jack, HDMI 1.4 out, sd card reader and a thunderbolt 3 port)
- Dazzling 4k display with 100% Adobe RGB color space
- Upgradeable ram (2 slots up to 32gb ddr4) and m.2 ssd
- Fingerprint scanner (quick and easy way to login via Windows hello)
- Latest i7 processor (brings a marginal increase in performance over the previous 6th generation i7 along with better power management which equals longer battery life, I usually get a little over 7 hours of use before needing to plug in)
- GTX 1050 (allows for gaming with playable frame rates for demanding games and great frame rates for most games)
Cons:
- Thunderbolt 3 port when connected to either my 4k monitor or 4k tv both shows signs of lag even though I have set both displays to be 60hz in the Intel HD options (the lag is most noticeable on the external 4k displays when playing 4k 60fps content from YouTube) - not sure if it has to do with the fact that it only has 2 lanes vs 4
- HDMI port is not 2.0 (basically means it can't output 4k at 60fps unless you use the thunderbolt 3 port which is buggy)
- Last but not least, the darn placement of the webcam (be prepared for a lot of up the nostrils and chin cam angles
- Thunderbolt 3 port when connected to either my 4k monitor or 4k tv both shows signs of lag even though I have set both displays to be 60hz in the Intel HD options (the lag is most noticeable on the external 4k displays when playing 4k 60fps content from YouTube) - not sure if it has to do with the fact that it only has 2 lanes vs 4
- HDMI port is not 2.0 (basically means it can't output 4k at 60fps unless you use the thunderbolt 3 port which is buggy)
- Last but not least, the darn placement of the webcam (be prepared for a lot of up the nostrils and chin cam angles
Only real issue so far that I have encountered with this machine is the Wi-Fi dropping every few minutes but I updated the drivers from Dell's website and have yet to see the Wi-Fi drop since.
Would definitely recommend this laptop to anyone who needs a portable quad-core CPU laptop that has great battery life and can do some light to medium gaming!
VangTfz
Comes with fingerprint scanner
April 1, 2017
Yes, this unit comes with a fingerprint scanner.
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Boost performance in online combat with this CybertronPC gaming computer. It comes with 8GB of RAM to support multitasking and an AMD Ryzen 7 1700 processor that can handle your favorite gaming applications. This CybertronPC gaming computer has NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 graphics with 2GB of video RAM for immersive imagery, and its 1TB hard drive holds all your files.
Overall
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1 out of 5Not recommended
By Chuck
Took the computer 2 weeks longer than expected to get delivered, then the PC arrives and doesn't even boot up. Sent back to cybertron to repair and they were in no hurry to get it back to me. Told them to just keep it after about another 2 weeks and to refund money. Terrible experience for a PC purchase and will never go through it again.
VangTfz
Horrible Customer Service
June 7, 2017
"In regards to the RMA time, we apologize that you needed it in the first place, but typical turnaround time is currently 7-10 business days, not including transit time."
Wow, they apologize that we as consumers needed their product in the first place... Seems like their quality of customer service is on the same level as their products which is garbage. Stay away from CybertronPC...
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Venture into vast VR realms with this iBUYPOWER gaming desktop. Its octa-core AMD Ryzen 7 processor with up to 3.7GHz of boost performance handles intense multitasking, and its AMD RX580 graphics are ready for the latest VR game titles. iBUYPOWER gaming desktop has 8GB of RAM and provides ample storage with its 1TB HDD and 120GB SSD.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5So happy
By binkza
I am a gamer/graphic designer and I have to say this turned out to be a pretty good deal. It's so fast and performs so smoothly, but given some of the stuff in this is so new, I had to do some serious software and bios updating in order to achieve stability (it was mysteriously turning on and off, for no reason) If you're tech savvy or have like me, a brother who is, or have the geeksquad protection for this (which I also highly recommend) you should be fine. For a mere mortal like me, things might get a little scary at times, but it's really not hard to do if you have proper guidance. LONG STORY SHORT, I'm LOVING THIS PC :3
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PC Specs?
July 26, 2017
Mind sharing which motherboard and power supply unit your desktop came with?
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Ensure ample storage for your high-resolution photos and videos with this 1TB WD SanDisk Extreme portable SSD. Up to 3 meter drop protection, with IP65 water and dust resistant, and a five year limited warranty give you the peace of mind to take it with you on travels near and far.Rread speeds of up to 1,050MB/s allow for fast file transfer. This WD SanDisk Extreme portable SSD features a compact design for easy handling and enhanced portability, and includes a USB Type-C to USB Type-A adapter for compatibility with most PCs and Macs.
Will it work with an Apple MacBook Pro that is five years old and can It achieve the same fast speed?
It works with my 2015 MacBook Pro 15" and gets 940mpbs+ for both read and write!
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Ensure ample storage for your high-resolution photos and videos with this 1TB WD SanDisk Extreme portable SSD. Up to 3 meter drop protection, with IP65 water and dust resistant, and a five year limited warranty give you the peace of mind to take it with you on travels near and far.Rread speeds of up to 1,050MB/s allow for fast file transfer. This WD SanDisk Extreme portable SSD features a compact design for easy handling and enhanced portability, and includes a USB Type-C to USB Type-A adapter for compatibility with most PCs and Macs.
Is this a new item ? Or is this a refurbished item ? There is no indication in the product description about this
The Logitech K380 Multi-Device Bluetooth keyboard for Mac makes any space minimalist, modern, and multi-device by letting you type on your iPhone, iPad, MacBook, iMac more.* Connect with three devices simultaneously and switch instantly between them. The K380 Multi-Device for Mac is compact and lightweight. You can type on the device of your choice, so you can own your space—anywhere.
Does this model have a Capital letter indicator?i
Protect your 12.9-inch iPad Pro against damage with this graphite Logitech Slim Folio Pro keyboard case. The backlit keys have three adjustable levels of brightness for seamless typing in dark environments, while the magnetic latch ensures secure closure, shielding against daily bumps and knocks. This Logitech Slim Folio Pro keyboard case has a lightweight design for comfortable handling.
Does this fit a 2020 4th Gen Pro
To be exact, this product is for both the 3rd and 4th generation iPad Pro 12.9”.
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Protect your 12.9-inch iPad Pro against damage with this graphite Logitech Slim Folio Pro keyboard case. The backlit keys have three adjustable levels of brightness for seamless typing in dark environments, while the magnetic latch ensures secure closure, shielding against daily bumps and knocks. This Logitech Slim Folio Pro keyboard case has a lightweight design for comfortable handling.
It says that it is for the third gen and the 4th gen iPad, but the camera for the iPad Pro 4th gen (2020) is different as the third gen (2018) iPad so for which ipad is this case?
This case is compatible for both 3rd and 4th gen iPad Pro 12.9”. The reason it is compatible with both is because the 3rd gen camera fits in the cutout that is dedicated for the 4th gen LIDR camera. Though it is truly made for 4th gen, the 3rd gen iPad will fit in as well.
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Protect your 12.9-inch iPad Pro against damage with this graphite Logitech Slim Folio Pro keyboard case. The backlit keys have three adjustable levels of brightness for seamless typing in dark environments, while the magnetic latch ensures secure closure, shielding against daily bumps and knocks. This Logitech Slim Folio Pro keyboard case has a lightweight design for comfortable handling.
Is the keyboard connected via smart connectors or is it Bluetooth?
The keyboard is connected via bluetooth. I keep it in the docked position and have not had any issues with the keyboard waking from sleep to begin typing (even after periods of time when idle).
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With a 250GB capacity, this Samsung 850 EVO MZ-75E250B internal Serial ATA hard drive provides plenty of space for your digital media. TurboWrite technology delivers rapid read and write speeds for efficient performance.
Does Best Buy install these in desktops, how much?
Geeksquad should be able to help you out with the install, but to be honest, you would probably be able to do so yourself as well - it is pretty much plug and play (while the system is off of course). There are a lot of youtube videos out there which can be referenced when installing the SSD!
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Action-packed adventures against the living — and the undead — await with this PlayStation 4 Bundle, which comes with Call of Duty: Black Ops III, a DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller and HDMI, USB and power cables. Plunge yourself into thrilling virtual worlds in arresting clarity, while a host of streaming media waits at your fingertips. Lose yourself in epic battles with Call of Duty: Black Ops III. Navigate hot spots of a new Cold War to find your missing brothers in the campaign mode, and then utilize the all-new momentum-based chained-movement system to move fluidly through your environments. Then lock and load for the fan-favorite Zombies mode, which returns with a vengeance. Get ready for an all-new action-packed gameplay experience with PlayStation 4.
suport games ps3
The PS4 does not have backwards compatibility with PS3 games unfortunately.
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Action-packed adventures against the living — and the undead — await with this PlayStation 4 Bundle, which comes with Call of Duty: Black Ops III, a DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller and HDMI, USB and power cables. Plunge yourself into thrilling virtual worlds in arresting clarity, while a host of streaming media waits at your fingertips. Lose yourself in epic battles with Call of Duty: Black Ops III. Navigate hot spots of a new Cold War to find your missing brothers in the campaign mode, and then utilize the all-new momentum-based chained-movement system to move fluidly through your environments. Then lock and load for the fan-favorite Zombies mode, which returns with a vengeance. Get ready for an all-new action-packed gameplay experience with PlayStation 4.
does it have a charger
The console comes with a power supply which needs to be plugged in at all times during play/operation of the PS4!
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Lenovo Yoga 3 Pro Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Enjoy a laptop that's as flexible as you are. You can easily convert this laptop for use in tablet, stand and tent modes. The 13.3" multitouch display lets you navigate features using all 10 fingers.
Battery Life
How long does the battery usually last
With screen brightness @ 80% (anything lower than that in well lit settings is too dim) i got around ~4 hours of usage, ie web browsing, youtubing, emails, music...
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