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- First reviewJuly 15, 2015
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Make hot, fast, delicious meals, snacks, and sides while barely lifting a finger! The Alexa-compatible NN-SV79MS uses smart technology to help you multitask your creations virtually hands-free. With a Built-in Genius sensor that automatically adjusts power and cooking times based on different foods, NN-SV79MS is your own personal sous chef, ensuring every meal is cooked to perfection. Enjoy features such as Turbo Defrost, 20 preset auto cook menu items, delay start and timer, quick 30-Sec, and popcorn button with 3 cooking levels, powered by 1200 watts for precise cooking, heating, and warming. With a super-quick setup that meets Amazon’s Certified for Humans criteria, this unit goes from out-of-the-box to prepping large holiday meals in no time at all. And it's packed with 100 voice commands, to make cooking and reheating easier than ever. With a premium stainless-steel face and dial control, NN-SV79MS is ready for center stage in your kitchen; and with a large 1.4 cu ft interior capacity, it not only handles large family meals, but helps you look great doing it.
Customer Rating
4
Premium Tech
on July 11, 2022
Posted by: Mrbell1970
This item is recommended for folks who use integrated Alexia technology for their household because controlling your microwave with voice commands are the draw here. Other than the fancy tech features, it is a good microwave overall with fast even cooking & premium options that you would expect from this price point. Note: the 1st microwave I received was defective & got it replaced with a fully working one.
Negative: Instructions could be better especially concerning the Sensor Cooking feature. There is slight learning curve when using manual cooking with the knob, but I did get used to it.
Setting up Alexa for 1st time is quite easy by scanning QR code with app then adding it to Alexa. I had no issues adding the microwave to 2 smart devices that use Alexa. Since I use Alexa with other products & feel using voice commands is way more convenient than manually hitting buttons.
I cooked a frozen burrito with command “Alexa cook frozen burrito” which came out perfectly along with many other frozen entrees from Trader Joes. You can traditionally cook by just hitting the microwave button & set time/weight. Cooking can also be done by selecting a preset or Sensor Cooking. (Still a little fuzzy on how to use this?) This microwave is must faster in the cooking dept than my prior one, with dishes coming out evenly cook “Inverter Tech” especially when you defrost meat.
I cooked a frozen burrito with command “Alexa cook frozen burrito” which came out perfectly along with many other frozen entrees from Trader Joes. You can traditionally cook by just hitting the microwave button & set time/weight. Cooking can also be done by selecting a preset or Sensor Cooking. (Still a little fuzzy on how to use this?) This microwave is must faster in the cooking dept than my prior one, with dishes coming out evenly cook “Inverter Tech” especially when you defrost meat.
So far, I am pleased with it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Designed to meet the needs of small offices, the MAXIFY GX6021 delivers high-quality, low-cost printing, and outstanding wireless connectivity. Get serious print productivity with a high page yield of up to 6,000 Black / 14,000 Color pages per full ink bottle set7 and a combined 350 sheet plain paper capacity. Save up to 80% on the cost of ink compared to high-yield laser cartridges with a low cost per print of less than 2 cents per page.7 Each printer comes with a full set of ink, plus 2 bonus black ink bottles, and a 3-year or 80,000 pages* limited warranty so you can print with confidence. The MAXIFY GX6021 is easy to setup and maintain and delivers superior versatility thanks to an auto document feeder for scanning and copying — plus, print on a variety of media types and sizes, including labels, envelopes, and banners. Produce crisp, colorful documents quickly and cost-effectively thanks to fast print speeds and a 4-color pigment-based ink system. Easily connect and print through high-speed USB, Ethernet, or wirelessly5 from computers or mobile devices.
Customer Rating
5
Premium Printing Experience
on June 21, 2022
Posted by: Mrbell1970
I do plenty of printing at my work from home office & need high quality legal document prints which the Maxify GX6021 printer provides. It is very easy to set up, comes with a large amount of ink: 6,000 Black / 14,000 Color pages per full ink bottle & offers outstanding print quality for photos and documents with fast print time. This printer is an excellent choice for the work at home/small business folks.
Negatives: No faxing capability (not a deal breaker for me since I rarely use this) The colored ink covers that you pull up to replace ink are on the flimsy side.
Setup was a better experience than my prior printers you have a choice to follow paper instructions or touch-screen display. Both are easy to follow & software automatically updates drivers & connect to your WIFI network, I ran into no issues.
The very capable & compact printer uses bottles of ink poured into tanks in the printer instead of cartridges, this approach gives you a cost per page of less than 2 cents for printing in either black or color. A far greater long-term savings than with cartridges.
Overall build quality of device is good except for the previous mentioned ink covers over the refill tanks. Bottomline this is great compact printer for a small office that reliably turns out nice-looking prints.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The low-profile Signa S4 certified with Dolby Atmos 3.1.2 sound bar comes with a 5.9" wireless subwoofer that delivers powerful, crystal-clear, cinematic 3D surround sound with any HD TV, even the latest 8K Ultra-HD TVs, with single-remote connectivity. At just over 2", the sound bar does not block your TV's sensor whether you wall mount it or place it on the shelf. Features Polk's patented Voice Adjust technology, which lets you customize voice levels without affecting the soundtrack, so you hear clear dialogues every time! The Bass Adjust Technology gives you the power to control the bass on both the sound bar and the subwoofer simultaneously and give you deeper bass impact. Experience True 3D surround sound, whether it is added warmth in your music or special effects like gunshots or realistic whirring of helicopters flying overhead, the Dolby Atmos Certified ensures you are virtual height effects elevated right to your listening area. What's more - stream your favorite music wirelessly through Amazon Music HD, Apple Music, Roon, Qobuz, Spotify, Tidal and more. The HDMI eARC output gives you uncompromised, flawless sound reproduction. A great sound bar that comes a value never imagined before!
Customer Rating
5
Easy to setup with great sound
on June 3, 2022
Posted by: Mrbell1970
The Polk Audio Signa S4 is perfect for folks who primary watch everyday TV and movies but want the latest 3D spatial sound experience (Dolby Atmos) at an entry level price point, in which this soundbar provides an excellent value. With it being easy to set-up, you start enjoying the higher end sound of Atmos on movies, shows, and music. The Signa S4 a satisfying and cost-effective solution that successfully brings spatial audio to a broader audience.
Negatives: No Wi-Fi connectivity or a built-in voice assistant.
I set up the soundbar via HDMI cable with eARC on a TCL TV, just turning on the soundbar, subwoofer instantly connected everything effortlessly. By default, the TCL used dynamite sound mode instead of standard mode which I ended up liking the most anyways after trying the other modes. First thing I tried was the Eternals movie that is Imax Enhance with Dolby Atmos and just wow it sounded incredible. It was significantly better than prior soundbar or internal speakers, you will hear some audio behind you and sound spread out farther to the sides. The dialogue spoken is clear and accurate & is adjustable with dialogue enhancement feature. Bass is punchy and defined with extra boom & brightness in the treble.
The remote has direct access buttons for the inputs, TV, Aux, or Bluetooth, mute button, volume, and a bass control. Dedicated buttons allow selection of the Movie, Night, or Music modes, along with three levels of Voice Adjust, which is Polk's dialogue feature.
The Signa S4 performs well and will be a massive upgrade for most who would like a higher sound experience without spending a lot of money for that level.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The 23.8-inch TUF Gaming VG247QR1A WLED gaming monitor featuring AMD FreeSync compatibility for blistering-fast 165 Hz gaming. Its clever combination of Display Stream Compression (DSC), ASUS Extreme Low Motion Blur Sync (ELMB Sync) and AMD FreeSync Premium technologies enables buttery-smooth gaming on PCs.
Customer Rating
5
Nice Display
on June 2, 2022
Posted by: Mrbell1970
The TUF Gaming VG247QR1A monitor offers HDR, high contrast & brightness with a wide gamut color coverage. Fast-paced gaming is blur/screen tearing free with an 165Hz refresh rate & IPS screen has a 1ms response time, it has ELMB SYNC with VRR & AMD Free Sync Premium technologies. This monitor is decently built for a budget display, and it does not feel cheap like some of its competitors in its segment with performance that rivals some higher-end LCD’s.
Negatives: Limited tilt positions on stand. No USB-C port.
Monitor has an aggressive gaming design with an easy to clean & maintain matte chassis, display is bezel-free. The size & weight makes it ideal to take to a LAN party and more portable in general. The Asus VG247QR1A has a user-friendly control layout with a OSD joystick for easy access along with some hotkeys features that you normally see in higher-end monitors. You will have a good gaming experience on this monitor with good color & contrast, all game I tried look vibrant, sharp with no motion blur during intense action.
Overall, a great monitor If you are in the market for a monitor that's 1080p, IPS, 1ms, 2 types of Sync & 165hz.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy the versatile headset for Hybrid work and beyond with the Voyager 4310 Wireless Noise Cancelling Single Ear Headset with mic. It's everything you need to stay productive and connected to all your devices whether at home or in the office. Long day of calls made easier with all-day comfort and dual-mic Acoustic Fence technology that eliminates background noise. Phenomenal flexibility, connectivity Poly (formerly Plantronics) - Voyager 4310 Wireless Noise Cancelling Single Ear Headset with mic – Black, and freedom.
Customer Rating
5
Blocks out background noise!
on May 31, 2022
Posted by: Mrbell1970
These wireless headphones are comfortable during long sessions and are the perfect headset for your needs especially since they work well at home, then take to the office which is a seamless operation. It also can be paired with optional Voyager Office Base to connect as a traditional desk phone. Also great for desk share and hot deskers at Call Centers.
Negatives: Power button is small and hard to find while wearing headset.
I used the included BT700 USB dongle to connect to my desktop at home, it instantly connected right away and was fully functional out the box. After downloading the Poly windows program, it prompts me to update the dongle and headset separately, everything installed without a hitch. I also connected to my phone (Goggle Pixel 6) via Bluetooth (Android Poly app was not available at the time but is coming) which also connect quickly with no issues. At the office I have the headset connected via Bluetooth, the devices switched between devices and performs well throughout the day. Another option is that headphones can be used as a wired Headset with USB cable mode and is Teams/Zoom certified. There is an on-call indicator to let others know when you are on a call.
Sound quality is good with the noise canceling dual mic that eliminates background noise. Callers stated that they could me clearly and hear nothing going on in the background, at home I use to have turn off my TV during Zoom calls now I no longer need to do that. This is the same at work in the office where many co-workers are on the phone with clients.
The Plantronics Voyager battery last 3 days with a whopping 164 feet of range if you use the dongle wireless.
To sum it up: This device performs well and highly recommended to connects to calls from: PC, smartphone. Includes USB-A or USB-C connectivity with BT700 Adapter. 47hr listening time, 1.6hrs for a full chars. Includes an on-call indicator to let others know when you are on a call. Crystal-Clear audio for a better voice communication.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The adidas FWD-02 SPORT gives you total freedom through road runs and track workouts. No wires. Stay focused. Don’t hold back. The sleek, ergonomic buds stay in place through warmups and hill sprints. The intuitive controls are easy to use and always responsive.
Customer Rating
3
Gets Loud & Good sound but a few issues
on May 22, 2022
Posted by: Mrbell1970
In general, these ear buds are perfect for the people with active lifestyles (joggers, bikers & workout heads) since they have a modern ergonomic design that make it easy to place in your ears that stay in your ears during intensive exercise. The Adidas FWD-02 SPORT are sweat-proof & water-resistant with an Awareness mode that lets you hear your outside surroundings while music is on by holding down on the ear bud touch control or enable via app. As a bike rider this is crucial regarding safety. There are however some better choices in this category.
The Bad: No -/+ volume control on device itself. Could get full 100% charge on both ear buds. (May be an issue with app not reporting batt percentage correctly) Touch controls options to skip track/play last track sometimes just does not work under certain conditions. Below average call quality with phone calls.
Setup was good but instructions should state that Bluetooth button is on the case & not on the device which you would quickly figure out anyways since there are no physical buttons on earbuds. Once ear buds were out of the case & Bluetooth button depressed, my Pixel automatically paired them with a prompt to download the Adidas App. The App seems finicky when connecting with ear buds at times & reporting information. (this is after updating App to latest the version) I suspect battery life readings not being correct majority of the time.
I actually prefer wingtip-style ear buds as they tend to stay in my ear better. Wingtips are removable, with 4 extra tips. They are comfortably in your ears for long durations. I get sweaty during workouts so having an IPX% water resistance is ideal. Buds feel light in the ears with a nice grippy finish on the outer surface and they look stylish.
As far as sound the 6mm drivers can produce powerful audio performance that out a strong bass, loud, and unmistakable sound The sound is nice and vibrate, but mid-range do suffer a bit at high volume speaking of wish, these things get plenty loud. Equalizer settings have preset profiles that you can customize also it has rock, pop, hip hop, electronic and vocal boost presets. Equalizer is fully adjustable to your taste in music & in my case A$ap Rocky, Red Hot Chili Peppers & Bruno Mars all sounded good while riding my bike or working out.
Battery Life closer to 4 hours than the advertised 6 but with a fully charged case, you will get an additional 19 hours.
A few fixes with App & touch controls would make this a 5 star product.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Everything you need to start whitening hassle-free. The LED mouthpiece enhances our serum for lasting results, while also providing dual-light therapy settings (blue light for whitening and red for gum support) for an oral care routine from the future. We love confidence—and having a healthy, glowing smile is your one-way ticket there!
Customer Rating
5
Acually Works!
on May 4, 2022
Posted by: Mrbell1970
from San Diego, Ca
Having your teeth whiten by the dentist is usually $800+ and finically not an option for most. The snow-white teeth wireless system, price tag here is higher than other types of toothpaste and kits on offer at most drugstores, but let us be frank though, any whitening system offered at a bargain-basement price might not work at all and be unsafe since they use harmful chemicals to whiten. Ultimately, you’ll want to be sure any product you put in your mouth is safe and the serum paste you use for this product is made from natural ingredients.
The Bad: The simple instructions included should have listed some important info such as the light unit on charging base needs to be facing a certain way to charge. (Power button flashing blue indicates that is it charging) In my case the power button must be facing away from me for it to charge. I feel that the Serum ingredient should have listed in instructions as well.
As a coffee/tea drinker for many years my teeth are yellow as a result I always wanted the pearly white teeth that you see on stars like Sterling K. Brown, but after trying other cheaper kits that did not work and not wanting the $$$ at a dentist kept my teeth yellow. After using the Snow Wireless System, it really works for one and two the paste you use ingredients are coconut oil, aloe vera, and peppermint with key ingredient of toothpaste is hydroxyapatite. Teeth are made naturally from hydroxyapatite which allows the ingredient to bind to enamel more easily, helping to protect the teeth. I used it for 7 days with the Maximum Serum paste for 30 minutes each time with really satisfactory results (picture) and a happy camper with the product.
Other Info: Can use it for 9-30 minutes each day for 21-30 days straight. If you have sensitivity, then take a break for 1-3 days, and continue. Wavelengths of your lights. Blue - 460 - 462 NM; Red - 620 - 625 NM. Red light option has been known to kill bacteria in the mouth, as well as reduce pain and inflammation. Toothpaste Serum has a self-life of 2 years. The Serum tube requires you to twist it for fluid to flow, it took a lot of twists for me to get Serum out at first.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Performance
5
Durability
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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Long beard, medium, or short, Panasonic GB96-K Mens Beard Trimmer makes it easy for everyone from beginners to the more experienced to achieve barber-quality hair, beard and mustache trimmer styling at home. An acute-edge, ultra-sharp stainless-steel blade uses wider-tipped and spaced blades to catch more hair in one stroke for more efficient trimming. And, the electric beard trimmer is powered by a High-Torque motor, calibrated for clean, comfortable trimming of even dense beards, with no snagging or pulling. Four included comb attachments work the quick-adjust dial to provide up to 58 trim length settings from 0.5MM (with no attachment) to 30MM, to create the style and length you want while the 5mm-wide detail attachment provides precise trimming and control. The Panasonic GB96-k beard clipper has an IPX7 rating and waterproof design so you can trim in the shower or dry anytime. A single 1-hour charge provides up to 50 minutes of cordless use, or plug in and use corded for longer use. Unplug unit from electrical outlet when washing or using for wet trimming. To maintain peak performance, rinse blades under water after each use and replace blade every 3 years or when dull with replacement blade WER9620Y.
Customer Rating
5
Was worth the upgrade
on May 1, 2022
Posted by: Mrbell1970
from CA
Age:45-54
Gender:Male
The Panasonic ER-GB96-K can easily cut all type of beards, its stainless-steel blade & heavy-duty motor can manage thick long hair. This trimmer is ideal for both professional and personal users.
The Bad: Attachments are a bit clunky to use.
Key features are rotating trimming wheel on the trimmer itself that adjusts trim length according to the comb attachment you are using (A, B, C) & with this easy-to-use system you have a choice of up to 58 trimming lengths. Trimmer is rechargeable & cordless with almost an hour of cordless operation; device can be used while plugged in A/C outlet. (a lot of other cordless trimmers do not have this feature for some reason?) Has power indicator & takes 1 hour to fully charge. The ER-GB96-K is waterproof along with its attachments which makes cleaning it a breeze. A slider switch on detail trim attachment allows you to select the direction where you want to make precision trimming for advanced detailing.
In the box you get the trimmer, four attachment combs, travel bag, cleaning brush, oil, A/C cord & instruction manual that is highly detailed but accessible.
Blades are exceptionally sharp and cut though my dense beard like butter with no snags. Also noticed that the trimmer while operating is much quieter than others I have owned.
Build quality of this product is good since it is constructed with sturdy premium plastic that has good grip in the hands.
Build quality of this product is good since it is constructed with sturdy premium plastic that has good grip in the hands.
This is the best trimmers I have ever encountered and a far cry from the long line of cheap trimmers I have purchased in the past. You can tell that this device was engineered by professionals who gave their input for features & design.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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Upgrade from the last generation with the new ROG Strix G10CE, a Windows 11 gaming desktop that delivers exhilarating gaming experiences powered by an 11th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-11400F processor and NVIDIA® GeForce GTX1660Ti graphics.
Customer Rating
4
Productive Value & Bang for $$$
on April 23, 2022
Posted by: Mrbell1970
from Ca
This gaming rig will be good for the budget conscious who plays at 1080p, many modern popular games will run at a steady 60 FPS on high (Ultra on some) with some games with the available FSR (AMD FidelityFX) option running even higher. Lighter multiplayer titles like PUBG, Warzone, Fornite & Apex legends will easily get over 100 FPS with this 1660ti card.
The Bad: Fan gets load under load, Bios has limited features regarding tweaking certain CPU & Ram functions, The MyAsus App will indicate Asus proprietary software being up to date when it is not. I had to download Bios upgrade & other various software manually one at a time.
All games evaluated in 1080p on HIGH with Geforce Game Ready Driver 512.15
Marvel Guardians of the Galaxy AVG FPS 76 FSR 1.0 enabled (balanced) *GamePass*
No Man Sky AVG FPS 72 FSR 1.0 enabled (balanced) *Steam*
Praey for the Gods AVG FPS 57 *Steam*
All games ran smooth with no tearing NOTE: I have a gaming monitor 165Mhz
Time Spy Score 6007
Cinebench R23 Single 1368 Multi 6527
Out of the box, case seems well built with a more conservative modern sleek design but does have some customizability, via Armoury Crate app, RGB lighting that is not overdone. Case also has plenty of room inside to upgrade, additionally you have the option to replace side with a transparent one to show off your internals & lights. Keyboard & mouse included are generic, so I used my Logitech keyboard & wired G403 mouse.
While playing Guardians of the Galaxy for 1-hour thermals on CPU stayed at 80C & GPU 60C so it seems this case featuring two isolated air chambers that isolated chambers provide cleaner airflow through the system and prevent heat from the CPU and GPU from warming up the power supply unit and storage drives, keeps heat at reasonable levels. With that said there is no way to add additional outside fan on front but you can add fans on the inside of case.
System is rather fast with 11th Gen CPU, 16GB DDR4 U-DIMM (upgradable to 64GB) & 512GB M.2 NVMe™ PCIe® 3.0 SSD it managed every I threw at it with ease. The Strix G10CE features DTS Headphone:X™ technology to deliver immersive high-fidelity 7.1-channel virtual surround-sound for home theater-quality audio through headphones with equalizer.
Overall, a great affordable system as a starter system or for casual gamers like myself. The 1660ti will tie you over gaming wise until the prices to upgrade to a 3060 normalizes.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Discover the power of X! The new Philips Sonicare Power Flosser creates an X-shaped stream of water that reaches deep between teeth for a gentle, thorough clean. This X-shaped water stream, known as Quad-Stream technology, covers more surface area for a faster, deeper clean versus manual floss. Because of Quad-Stream technology, Philips Sonicare Power Flosser enables you to improve your gum health by 50% in just 1 minute per day!
Customer Rating
4
Definity worth considering
on April 19, 2022
Posted by: Mrbell1970
from Califirnia
This Sonic toothbrush and power flosser offers the ultimate cleaning solution for teeth hygiene & plaque reduction. My prior Philips Sonicare toothbrush from 2 years ago (black one pictured) has greatly reduced cleanings at the dentist office, so definitely a fan of these products.
THE BAD: The switch system on power flosser must be pushed up to operate which makes it easier for water continue to flow if you it let go mistakenly. Would have preferred a button system were soon as you let it go it stops. The Phillips Sonic app needs access to your contacts & call history on phone for it to work. Really no reason an app that monitors progress on brushing your teeth should have access to your call history & contacts or maybe I am just paranoid? I hope the company would consider not making that mandatory in a future update.
The Philips Sonicare Power Flosser & Toothbrush System 7000 operates quieter than others & it’s Quad-Stream technology, covers more surface area for a faster, deeper clean versus manual floss. Has an app to monitor your progress. (Could not evaluate it out due to privacy issues) Toothbrush is rechargeable with over a month battery life on a single charge that can charged on Flosser’s base or additional travel charger. Toothbrush comes with travel case and reminds you when to replace brush head and cleans your teeth far better than any manual toothbrush. This unit has easy to follow instructions not that you really need it because quite simple to operate by just choosing a nozzle for floss system, connect brush head and plug in. Brush & floss on a 90-degree angle with cleaning the water reservoir on flosser weekly.
The Philips Sonicare Power Flosser & Toothbrush System 7000 operates quieter than others & it’s Quad-Stream technology, covers more surface area for a faster, deeper clean versus manual floss. Has an app to monitor your progress. (Could not evaluate it out due to privacy issues) Toothbrush is rechargeable with over a month battery life on a single charge that can charged on Flosser’s base or additional travel charger. Toothbrush comes with travel case and reminds you when to replace brush head and cleans your teeth far better than any manual toothbrush. This unit has easy to follow instructions not that you really need it because quite simple to operate by just choosing a nozzle for floss system, connect brush head and plug in. Brush & floss on a 90-degree angle with cleaning the water reservoir on flosser weekly.
Other than a few issues the product is exceptionally good and may save $$$ in the long run without having cleanings done by dentist and/or prevent major tooth problems, at least in my experience.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Performance
5
Durability
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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Clearly view your favorite movies or look at photos using this Lenovo G50 - 80E30181US laptop, which features a 15.6" display that offers visuals in high-definition. A 500GB hard drive provides serviceable storage for your files.
Overall
1 out of 5
1 out of 5locks up alot, slow
By pickle
mouse pad often doesn't respond slow to load webpages, no lighted keyboard
Mrbell1970
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touch pad freezing
July 26, 2015
The touch pad not responding is an issue with Windows 8 not the Lenovo laptop: http://wind8apps.com/fix-mouse-pointer-disappears-windows-8/
Web pages load quick on my laptop but that may be a network connection issue.
Can't expect an $300 laptop to have a lighted keyboard.
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Clearly view your favorite movies or look at photos using this Lenovo G50 - 80E30181US laptop, which features a 15.6" display that offers visuals in high-definition. A 500GB hard drive provides serviceable storage for your files.
Overall3 out of 5
3 out of 5Nice laptop for price
By Momof3
Main complaint is that the sales rep said this laptop, purchased as an open box item, would receive the Windows 10 upgrade. On turning it on & trying to upgrade, I found out that the laptop, in fact, cannot receive the Win10 upgrade. Always disappointing when a sales rep overpromises and under delivers!! Other than that, it seems to be a nice laptop but I won't keep it because Windows 8 drives me crazy!
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Upgrade
August 6, 2015
Why can't you upgrade? I have the Windows 10 icon in task bar to upgrade but going to wait awhile before I upgrade.
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Insignia™ 48" Class NS-48D420NA16 LED HDTV: This TV delivers Full HD picture quality in an uncomplicated, minimalist design. Easily connect a Blu-ray player, DVD player or gaming console.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Decent for the price
By Zoie
If you aren't all into sports and whatnot and need a television to watch on a moderate basis that is clear concise and serves that purpose... This is for you
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Motion in sports
October 8, 2015
I watch sports on my 43" Insignia and don't have any motion blur, pretty sure it would be the same on this one too.
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Amazon Fire Tablet: Catch up on your reading or browse the Web with this tablet, which offers access to Amazon Underground, so you can download apps and games and discover exciting new entertainment. Front and rear cameras let you capture memorable moments or chat with friends.
Overall
2 out of 5
2 out of 5A nice tablet for books. That's really it.
By MK555
Apps run okay but the real problem is streaming and internet browsing. I'm telling you, generic tablets are faster... I thought it was my internet at first but all my other devices work phenomenally fast. I first noticed this after I started using it but I thought I would give it a shot. I've decided to return this and exchange for another $50 tablet tomorrow. This is because I couldn't even watch a simple youtube video today.
Here's what I did like. It's name brand. The games are nice and mostly ad free. It uses Android 5.0 but uses their own app store. Reading books is great. Library app is kinda slow but still works.
Perfect cheap tablet for kids age 6 to 13 maybe...
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Streaming fine
October 9, 2015
I have not had a problem with streaming and run Netflix, Hbo Now, Youtube and videos on Facebook (mainly youtube) just fine. Generic tablets are not faster than this device, starting to think that some of the people who are doing these bad reviews did not even purchase the device or have some other agenda like say it's just for kids which is totally bogus..
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Amazon Fire Tablet: Catch up on your reading or browse the Web with this tablet, which offers access to Amazon Underground, so you can download apps and games and discover exciting new entertainment. Front and rear cameras let you capture memorable moments or chat with friends.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Great reader, okay tablet
By Judy
The Fire replaces my Kindle reader and serves this purpose well. When using as a tablet with WIFI on, battery runs down very quickly but oh well just need to charge often. Really like the camera. Not the greatest pics but again serves my purposes well.
Mrbell1970
Fresno
Brightness
October 16, 2015
Turn the brightness in settings down to halfway and it will last a lot longer.
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Lenovo Ideapad 500 Laptop: With an accelerated AMD processor and fast Wireless-AC speeds, this laptop helps you complete tasks and stay connected on the go. Chat with friends and colleagues using the built-in webcam, or use the HDMI output to connect to an external display.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Would be great if the screen didn't flex
By TheRaymo1234
from Franklin, Ma.
Tested this computer at the store and when you move the screen you can see the panel flex in the lower corner about an inch above the hinge on the edge of the screen on each side. This effect happens when just moving the screen back and forth even gently. Not sure how long the screen will last like that otherwise seemed pretty awesome for what it is. Too Bad I would love to have gotten two for my kids.
Mrbell1970
Fresno
Lenovo's cheaply made
December 14, 2015
I have a Lenono G50-45 and can confirm the build quality is flimsy at least on their entry level laptops, don't even take it anywhere for two reasons: 1st I think it will break easily, 2nd the battery life is not good, even bought a Asus Chromebook because of these issues. Other issues were the wifi taking 6-8 mins to reconnect after sleep mode, cursor freezing (seem to went away after updating to Win 10) but everything else was fine with it but would much rather have a similar spec Asus that been on sale a couple times this year for $399 (not at Best Buy unfortunately )
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LG 55LF5700 LED Smart Roku HDTV: Connect to over 2,000 streaming channels right from your living room with this Roku TV. The free Roku app lets you control the TV from your smartphone or tablet, or you can use the included Roku TV remote.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5Broke after a week
By Pissedoffcustomer
Bought this tv on black Friday and purchased the 5 year warranty. After a couple days it started to have a pink cloud affect on the screen. Tonight it just shut off and had no picture but sound. Sat on hold with geek squad 2 seperate times. First time I was hung up on second time I was told to take it back in. When I purchased the warranty I was told with the size of tv they would come out to my house to repair or replace it. So I called the store and sat on hold another 20 min. When I finally talked to someone they said it's not there problem after it leaves the store and I would have to do whatever the geek squad tells me to do. Disappointed in lg and even more disgusted with best buy. Great customer service until you walk out the door than who cares
Mrbell1970
Fresno
Fishy Story
January 3, 2016
Why didn't you just take it back?
I exchange stuff at BB without any issues and expecting someone to come to your house is a bit odd????
I exchange stuff at BB without any issues and expecting someone to come to your house is a bit odd????
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Stay connected with the BLU Studio One Plus smartphone. Carrier-unlocked and ready to use on any GSM network, this device features a speedy 1.3 GHz CPU and built-in 4G LTE compatibility for smooth, effortless connectivity and operation. The BLU Studio One Plus smartphone also comes with a built-in 13MP high-definition front camera and 5MP rear camera.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5So Far SO Good
By JohnB1970
I bought this phone to see if it would work on a free government plan (Safelink) and did not want to pay a lot for premium phone but did want some premium features. The phone works perfectly on Safelink (I am extremely happy about not paying a cell bill anymore) plus does everything a $400 phone does. This phone outperforms my Samsung Galaxy Core Prime in every way and for $130 (on sale plus I had Best Buy points) . Great build quality, fast processor, plenty of storage and ram. Picture quality is good to me, since I'm use to entry level phones but does not compare to other premium phones.
Mrbell1970
Fresno
Update 06/19/2016
June 19, 2016
There is an issue with the battery draining while phone is idle (screen off) the phone still last a long even with that but to fix I tried an app called Battery Doctor that seems to work.
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Acer Chromebook: Stay connected when on the go with this 14-inch Acer Chromebook. Dual-band MIMO technology provides ultrafast wireless speeds ideal for streaming or downloading, and an HDR webcam lets you video chat effortlessly. This Acer Chromebook has an antiglare screen and Full HD resolution for optimal viewing, and its 12-hour battery life increases productivity.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Solid Construction, Excellent Display
By LJG500
Solid, above average aluminum construction and a very good, 1080p IPS display. Performance is good, but not exceptional with the Braswel N3160 CPU, however, 4GB of ram and 32 gb of flash memory are above average for a consumer grade Chrome laptop. Lack of SD card reader is puzzling- but having two USB 3 ports is helpful, for example, when connecting to an external hard drive. Be advised that some Chrome extensions can hamper performance, and if ad blocking is use, I would recommend Ublock Origin versus Adblock, as the later significantly decreases performance (Chrome Web Store). Finally, this laptop should run Android apps sometime in 2016/2017.
Mrbell1970
Fresno
July 16, 2016
You are correct Adblock decreased performance so I installed Fair Adblock App which shows no slow down.
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Save space with this 8.7mm Blu Studio One Plus smartphone. The 5.5-inch screen provides HD entertainment options for viewing video, images and other media, while two cameras let you capture memories. Despite its size, a 1.3GHz octa core processor powers this gold Studio One Plus phone that features 2GB of RAM.
Overall2 out of 5
2 out of 5nice phone, but it crashed in 3 weeks
By Sparta
Was happy with the new purchase, until during week 3 the screen showed static and went blank. Had to reboot. Brand new phones should not crash. Bestbuy GeekSquad says as long as it rebooted, they won't do anything about it.
Mrbell1970
Fresno
July 23, 2016
It worked good for 2 months then started to crash just like yours.
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The unpleasant side effects of allergies shouldn’t follow you home. Improve your breathing and remove unpleasant odors with the Insignia NS-APLWH2 497 Sq. Ft. HEPA Air Purifier. It removes allergens, large irritants, mold, dust, pet dander, smoke and pollen with the included HEPA filter. The active carbon filter also removes odors, keeping your house smelling clean and fresh. An LED display makes it easy to check the air quality of your home and change the settings of the air purifier, such as the speed, timer or child lock. It’s ideal for a large-sized room up to 497 sq. ft. You shouldn’t have to struggle to breathe in the comfort of your own home. Help avoid allergy flare-ups by cleaning your air today.
How many filters does this have. Are they washable
1 filter and the user guide states that the pre-filter is washable.
2 years, 4 months ago
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Mrbell1970
Be dialed in—all the time, everywhere and anywhere—with the Acer Chromebook 512. Recognized as the perfect multi-media companion, this special machine is super thin, extra light and delivers unmatched value in today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world. It features an impressive HDR camera, fast wireless connectivity and a long-lasting battery life, so you can run your favorite Google apps or access your photos, videos, music and documents—all day long.
What are the backup options
You sync your info to the Google cloud:
At the bottom right, select the time.
Select Settings .
In the "Accounts" section, select Sync and Google services.
Select Manage what you sync.
Choose what you'd like to sync
At the bottom right, select the time.
Select Settings .
In the "Accounts" section, select Sync and Google services.
Select Manage what you sync.
Choose what you'd like to sync
2 years, 10 months ago
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Mrbell1970
Experience legendary performance and sound of ASTRO Audio V2, with the convenience and freedom that comes without wires. The A50 Wireless + Base Station for PS5 /PS4 / PC delivers top-of-the-line acoustics, ergonomics, comfort and durability that gamers demand. The all-new Base Station provides clear, low-latency voice communication, while making headset pairing and charging simple. The ASTRO Command Center software allows gamers and streamers to tune every input and output parameter of the A50 precisely for their specific setup. Experience absolute audio immersion with the A50 Wireless + Base Station.
From past reviews on the A50s there was a charging station to headset connection issue. In this new A50 headset has that been fixed? Does the mic take out background noise up to how many DBs? Does the RF automatically select the best frequency?
Safeguard your home with this Arlo security camera system. Its 4K resolution provides maximum clarity so you don't miss a single detail, and a siren is integrated so you can fend off intruders either remotely or while at home. This Arlo security camera system is weather-resistant, so it's functional rain or shine.
Do the Ultra cameras have improved motion detection compared to the Pro 2? I currently get false alerts when the Pro 2 detects shadows from tree limbs. I would like to upgrade only if the Ultra has improved motion detection.
Can't answer your question regarding comparison, but I had the same issue with the Ultra regarding shadows/tree and resolved it by lowering motion sensitivity to 65% and limit the motion detection area.
4 years, 10 months ago
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Mrbell1970
Amazon Fire Tablet: Catch up on your reading or browse the Web with this tablet, which offers access to Amazon Underground, so you can download apps and games and discover exciting new entertainment. Front and rear cameras let you capture memorable moments or chat with friends.
Will this Amazon Fire Tab got SIM Slot to support 3g
Amazon Fire Tablet: Catch up on your reading or browse the Web with this tablet, which offers access to Amazon Underground, so you can download apps and games and discover exciting new entertainment. Front and rear cameras let you capture memorable moments or chat with friends.
Micro sd slot
Is there a micro sd slot on this? the pictures aren't clear.
Yes, to my surprise because other higher price models do not have it.
8 years, 6 months ago
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Mrbell1970
Fresno
Amazon Fire Tablet: Catch up on your reading or browse the Web with this tablet, which offers access to Amazon Underground, so you can download apps and games and discover exciting new entertainment. Front and rear cameras let you capture memorable moments or chat with friends.
printing
can I print to a wireless printer?
I have a Cannon wireless printer and there was no app for it in the store but they do have a HP one and a print app that uses Google print server which mean you would have to log in to Google to print from your device.
8 years, 6 months ago
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Mrbell1970
Fresno
Amazon Fire Tablet: Catch up on your reading or browse the Web with this tablet, which offers access to Amazon Underground, so you can download apps and games and discover exciting new entertainment. Front and rear cameras let you capture memorable moments or chat with friends.
I need one is the screen good
is the screen solid I bought a tablet and the screen was like egg shell it brake easy
I already dropped mines and nothing broke plus the screen was fine.
8 years, 6 months ago
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Mrbell1970
Fresno
Amazon Fire Tablet: Catch up on your reading or browse the Web with this tablet, which offers access to Amazon Underground, so you can download apps and games and discover exciting new entertainment. Front and rear cameras let you capture memorable moments or chat with friends.
app download
can I download an app to read excel and ms word files?
Yes you can DL Officesuite for free to view those files.
8 years, 6 months ago
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Mrbell1970
Fresno
Amazon Fire Tablet: Catch up on your reading or browse the Web with this tablet, which offers access to Amazon Underground, so you can download apps and games and discover exciting new entertainment. Front and rear cameras let you capture memorable moments or chat with friends.
Do Amazon Fires purchased through Best Buy contain the loaded Amazon screensaver you have to PAY to remove?
Yes it has a ad on lock screen.
Does not bother me at all in fact barely notice it once I unlock the screen, I would not pay to get rid of it since its only in screensaver mode but that's me.
Does not bother me at all in fact barely notice it once I unlock the screen, I would not pay to get rid of it since its only in screensaver mode but that's me.
8 years, 6 months ago
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Mrbell1970
Fresno