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Achieve the deep-fried flavor you love, without all the oil and added calories. The Chefman TurboFry™ Air Fryer allows you to bake, fry and roast like a pro. This airfryer requires little to no oil, so there’s less of that fried oil smell lingering in the house and less fat that you’re consuming. It’s large 3.5-liter capacity and flat basket gives you the ability to cook enough for a hungry crowd all at once. Skip the microwave! Reheat soggy leftovers in the air fryer to return them to their original texture. Make better-for-you fries that are just as crispy and tasty, roast chicken thighs, or heat up leftovers for a quick and easy meal. The temperature control with 60-minute timer automatically shuts off once food is done, so you never have to worry about burning or drying out your food. Its space saving basket is removable and dishwasher safe for easy clean-up, so you’ll have more time to dream up your next air-fried meal!
Customer Rating
4
Decent sized with analog timer
on August 8, 2019
Posted by: DavidJr
from Roanoke, VA
Air fryers are pretty awesome, providing the crispy frying capability without all of the oil and mess. However, the ones that still use a basket like this one have a slight disadvantage since items tend to float around in oil and fry on all sides. When in the air fryer, if layered, you will have to stir, flip or shake them occasionally to ensure an even fry, such as a decent amount of fries. Even though this has a large 3.7qt/3.5L, it is still recommended to keep the layering of items down for best consistency. Even the recommended sizes and cooking times are on average for 2-3 servings.
Overall though, the Chefman Turbofry Air Fryer has fried everything I have thrown in it with a clean crispness and consistency. I do find this model a little dated with the simple 2 dial system that uses a basic analog timer. However, I know there are some that prefer that style. I personally like to know that the timer is exactly 18 minutes and not just roughly past the dot between 10 and 20, same goes for remaining time. But, this one is bigger, longer timer and cheaper than an older model Chefman Analog air fryer.
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Experience legendary performance and sound of ASTRO Audio V2, with the convenience and freedom that comes without wires. The A50 Wireless + Base Station for Xbox One/PC delivers premium 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 Pros and Live 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.
Posted by: DavidJr
from Roanoke, VA
The new Astro A50 isn’t much different from the 3rd generation, but there are some changes. The audio is clear and refined, they work with Dolby Atmos, I haven’t had any of the disconnect issues I had with Gen 3 and the base station is slightly changed for a marginally better charging stand.
Upon first use, I was concerned on how low the volume was, even with all the volume settings maxed out. You will find there is a mixer control on the right ear panel that changes volume level between voice and game that makes a difference. However, the real game changer for me was when I used ASTRO Command Center settings. Though the Command Center requires a PC to use it, I feel it is essential to get the best out of these headphones.
Through the ASTRO Command Center you can select from the pre-installed equalizer presets, slightly tune them yourself or go into the advanced settings and really fine tune the sound. However, through advanced settings I found that you can really mess up the sound if you don’t know what you’re doing. The best option was when I went to Reddit r/AstroGaming and found the user made presets. Through the subreddit there were a good selection of other presets that put the sound where I was looking for. Once these presets are synced to the device, you can move it back over to the Xbox and enjoy the same sound. You can also use three different presets for your gaming preference which can easily be switched by the press of a button. The selected preset is noted by an audible beep and by a number on the base station. Some other settings in the Command Center include EQ settings, noise gate level and sidetone level for the microphone as well as level settings for the stream port of the base station.
The large foam earpads are comfortable for long term use and avoid touching my huge ears. A separate mod kit is available for the synthetic leather and the previous generation is not compatible. The battery lasts about 15 hours for straight play time, but they also have an auto-power off when they are set down to help extend their life during any down time, which isn’t adjustable. There is also a micro-USB port that you can use to directly charge them if you must keep going.
The other button on the headset cycles between straight audio and Dolby Audio, however, this is not the same as the Dolby Atmos audio that can be enabled on Xbox and PC. The Dolby button uses Pro-logic that simulates a surround sound where there is not sound. So, in game having this feature enabled can really mess things up because when you are listening for directional sound it might simulate it around you. The best option is to enable Dolby Atmos with the included code and leave the headset in the straight mode, which is noted by a star on the base station.
Some minor annoyances I have is the fact that you really must connect this to a computer to make the most of it. Even changing the side tone of the mic could have been built in instead of the app. Also, if you want the latest version of the application, your best bet is to go through the Windows Store and not their own support site. Another thing is the volume knob is continuous, there is no indication of max or min as it just keeps spinning. The Voice/Game setting gives a tone when it reaches one extreme or the other, but not volume. I’m also a little upset that the 3rd generation mod kit won’t fit this generation. The only thing different is the slight variation in shape so they won’t work. Though slightly better, the same issue I had with the 3rd generation was the base station charging, it is still a pain to get right every time. The headphones feel like they lock in from the magnets, but then the base station starts flashing like it is in panic mode. It requires a little shake of the headset to try and get the exact contact so that they properly charge. After a few tries the lights will blink individually showing it’s level and that it is charging.
I also feel they should offer more for their asking price. The fact it is cloth earpads and they up charge even more for the leather like material when other cheaper sets come with them by default. There are other wireless headsets that also offer different connectivity, such as Bluetooth and have longer battery life. Even cheap headsets offer an easier switch between Xbox and PC than this one does. Besides the changes mentioned above, I really don’t see a true generation change here. It is more like Generation 3.5 which adds Dolby Atmos support.
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The PRO headset from Logitech G is designed with and for esports pros. Aluminum forks, steel headband, and memory foam and premium leatherette head and ear pads keep you comfortable through marathon training and competition sessions. Pro-G 50mm drivers deliver incredibly accurate audio with improved bass response. The advanced USB DAC has a five-band onboard EQ that can be programmed via G HUB software with settings from your favorite esports pros. Pro-tuned, detachable boom mic with wind screen and pop filter ensures your comms are crystal clear. Designed for PC.
Customer Rating
5
Quality headphones for USB and 3.5mm
on August 1, 2019
Posted by: DavidJr
from Roanoke, VA
Just to get this out front, the only reason these are “For Windows” is because of the Pro feature that requires the USB digital audio converter (DAC). This is what gives the special equalizer and acoustic settings through the Logitech G Hub. The settings once saved only apply to the USB DAC, not the headset and will work with any headphones. This USB device can then be moved from system to system retaining the EQ settings you saved to it. However, these have a standard 4 pin 3.5mm wire that makes it so it can be used in anything that has a standard headphone jack. So it works just fine in Xbox and Playstation controllers as well as a cell phone. The only thing is, the EQ settings remain on the USB DAC.
As for the headphones themselves, they have a really nice microsuede memory foam padding and large earcups that provide a decent amount of passive noise isolation without touching your ears. The frequency range on these is nice, with ear tickling lows and crisp highs. I found the sound to be a little more refined using the Logitech G Hub to get the sound I prefered on the PC, but had to use other means on other devices.
The 2m (6.5ft) long braided cord gives you plenty of room for PCs that might be under a desk, but a bit excessive when using something like a controller. It has inline volume and mic mute controls which can be clipped to your shirt for easy access. It also comes with a split cable for computers that have a seperate mic and headphone output, which is also the same braided material. The microphone is flexible and removable, so you don’t have to have it on all the time.
Comparing these directly with another pair of gaming headphones, by only switching out the 3.5mm connection on the headset so everything else was the same, I found the Logitech G Pro had a broader sound range. With features like Dolby Atmos for headphones on PC and Xbox, having that clarity is what really helps the spatial audio.
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Winning in business means working smarter. This HP LaserJet Pro M404n printer is designed to let you focus your time where it's most effective, helping you grow your business and staying ahead of the competition.Prints up to 38 ISO ppm* in black
Customer Rating
5
Quick, sharp, black/grayscale prints
on July 15, 2019
Posted by: DavidJr
from Roanoke, VA
This is a simple ethernet or USB connected monochrome laserjet printer. Super fast printing which claims up to 40ppm. It is a matter of seconds from the time the computer spools it to the time in hand. Multiple page documents completed before most inkjet printers even get the first page out. However, it is single sided only with manual double sided requiring the user to place the documents back in tray 1.
Setup can be simple or complex, depending on how you want to manage the printer. If it is self managed it will use DHCP IP and basic default settings. If it is IT Managed you can get down to the fine details of how you want to use this printer and ensure it meets your security demands. All of the settings can be changed later through its IP web page. The web interface allows for most of the advanced configuration. This includes access lists, firewall rules, security certificates, syslog connection and enabling/disabling certain web features such as AirPrint and Google Cloud Print. It also provides usage details, ink levels and tools in case of print quality issues.
Once it was identified on my network I used the default Windows 10 drivers and the HP Smart app and have experienced a fair bit of delay in getting documents to spool to the printer. However, on a different computer I used the HP m404-m405 installation software first and had no delay. I ended up going back and removing the installed drivers under printer server properties and doing the HP install again and all works perfectly. The installation software requires diagnostic information to be collected, but that can later be disabled in the printer assistant software. During setup it also mentions that Wi-Fi Direct is enabled, even though the M404n does not include wireless.
Besides printing quickly, the black levels are sharp and detailed. Even sending full colored photos to it to print came out in a wide range or gray scale detail. If you are looking for a small quick black only quality printer, that you can customize to meet your security demands, then this is certainly a worthwhile contender.
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Acer Nitro 5 Laptop: Experience immersive multimedia with this Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop. The 8GB of RAM and Intel Core i5 processor support multitasking, and the 512GB solid-state drive offers quick data access and ample storage. This Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop features an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 graphics card that renders crystal-clear images on the 17.3-inch Full HD display.
Customer Rating
5
Big screen gaming laptop, fairly small profile
on July 10, 2019
Posted by: DavidJr
from Roanoke, VA
I’ve had several laptops over the years, from business to top of the line gaming and usually what I find is the higher the capability, the thicker and heavier they become. Tha Acer Nitro 5 is surprisingly light and thin for its capabilities. This has a 9th gen i5 quad core processor, 8GB RAM, 512GB WD PC SN520 NVMe SSD, Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 with 4GB GDDR5 memory and a 17.3 inch IPS display. The available space on the M2 drive can get filled up quickly with modern games coming in at 60GB or more. However, this does have space for an additional M2 drive as well as a 2.5” drive and it comes with the screws and ribbon cable needed to install one. The only issue I had is that you have to take the entire plastic bottom off to access them and if you aren’t careful, it is easy to break the huge plastic piece.
I’ve played several newer games on this laptop and most of them defaulted with high or near high custom graphics settings and smoothly played around 60 frames per second at 1080. Out of curiosity I used the HDMI out to test 4K gaming capabilities and this is clearly not meant for that at about 20fps or less.
Running some benchmark tests, 3D Mark Time Spy and PC Mark 10, this laptop comes in just below their typical results of a gaming laptop but slightly above a VR minimum spec gaming PC, screenshots attached. So, with that, I had to give VR a try and hooked up my Samsung Odyssey+ Windows Mixed Reality headset and played VR for several hours. Besides some loading lag between games and the mixed reality home screen, everything played just as it would with my desktop PC. However, since this laptop is not listed as VR Ready and only has an HDMI port connected to the video card, that means the new VR systems that require Display Port won’t work and the USB-C appears to be connected to the motherboard’s Intel UHD 630. There are also only two USB 3.0 Type A ports.
There are some minor issues I have with the design. For example, the speakers, though fairly capable for a laptop, point downwards. On a desk this works nice and gives a full sound, but on your lap or any other non-hard surface the sound gets dampened. Another thing, the power plugs in the middle right side, making it awkward for all sorts of reasons. Since it is so far in, it makes the already short power cord feel shorter. The other thing to get used to is how they shifted the keyboard around to incorporate the power and NitroSense buttons into the layout. Also the keyboard back light by default times out every 30 seconds and if you don’t tap a key, you get this constant on/off of the back light. So check that setting under the gear icon in NitroSense.
As with any computer, be sure to get all of the latest drivers and updates before you start judging it. The Nvidia GeForce drivers were old but the Acer Care Center says it was all up to date. There is also a new BIOS version that everyone should check into as there is a vulnerability in the Intel Management Engine that the firmware addresses. After two weeks of use, my keyboard started acting up, part of the reason I discovered the firmware update. However, a quick turn around with Acer support and everything is back to normal. The report was that the keyboard needed reseating. Hopefully just a random occurrence.
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Delight in immersive entertainment with this Hisense 4K ULED Android smart TV. A Hi-View chip drives PQ enhancing algorithms to boost color, contrast, brightness and motion, while built-in Wi-Fi technology gives access to online content and lets you pair compatible devices. This Hisense 4K ULED Android smart TV complies with VESA mounting standards for easy placement.
Posted by: DavidJr
from Roanoke, VA
This is by far one of the cheapest “high end” TVs I have ever had. Some of the features and settings in this TV I don’t even have in a TV that cost 10x as much. Some settings include individual color tuner under Picture > Calibration settings and an Audio only option if you want to listen to music without using the power for the screen. Also with this running Android TV, it easily connected with my Android phone and imported my account and network settings. Once connected it did need to run some updates, but had several of the typical media apps already installed. It even has its own buttons for Netflix, YouTube, Google PLay and VUDU on the remote.
This is my first Android TV, but I enjoyed the familiarity of Google, to include voice activated Google Assistant through the remote. There is a decent variety of apps available in the Google Play store, from video or music streaming to straight up video game playing. Some games will work with the remote, however several of them require a gamepad. I use the Steelseries Stratus XL and it easily connected via Bluetooth with the TV, which you can also connect a mouse, keyboard and headphones. The Play store is kind of limited though as you might look for your favorite phone game. However, being that this is running Android 8.0, you can find ways to install anything you want to. Although, the processing power of this TV is that of a mid to low end Android phone, so, even if you do get that one game installed, don’t expect it to run at it’s best. Also, there is only 4GB of storage available.
As for standard TV capabilities it has Four HDMI 2.0 ports all labeled as 4K @60HZ and one with ARC. It also has two USB ports, one with .5 amp max, the other at 1amp. It has standard Ant/Cable, Ethernet, Optical Digital Out, Red/White/Yellow Component input and a 3.5mm headphone jack. If you intend to use an HDR capable device, it will work on any HDMI port so long as you go into the TV Menu > Picture and change HDMI 2.0 Format from Standard to Enhanced.
Quality of the picture, with the right picture settings, looks colorful and detailed. However, I felt that it was a little dull, as in it could use more backlight brightness. However, it was still good enough for a well lit room, provided you sit directly in front of it. If you sit at any angle from this screen, everything appears washed out and even more dull. The full array backlighting works decently for low lit scenes, but the refresh of the screen appears slow with a bit of smearing in fast images. Also noticeable in a full bright screen is dimming in the corners.
Audio is loud and clear, but sounds tiny, as many low budget TVs sound. There are settings to help give a fuller sound depending on your preference, but all sounded tiny.
I have used this TV as a PC monitor and a gaming TV both in 4K HDR as well as streaming movies on Netflix in Dolby Vision and Youtube in HDR. With the Picture setting in HDR Game I didn’t notice any input lag. However, in high contrasting motion there is a blur effect that is noticeable, but not game breaking. If you don’t have it already, Netflix requires the upgraded 4K account to take advantage of Dolby Vision. The built in Youtube app had some dropped frames when watching 4K HDR content, but I think that is more of processing power of the Android system than the display as playing Youtube through my PC on the same video had no issues.
Overall, for the price, this is a feature rich TV that can be the center of entertainment while letting you take advantage of 4K HDR and Dolby Vision content. It has the likeness of a high end TV with the signs of budget TV.
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Vacuum and wash surfaces at the same time with this Hoover ONEPWR FloorMate JET hard floor cleaner kit. The cordless design lets you easily reach distant areas. This Hoover ONEPWR FloorMate JET hard floor cleaner kit is rechargeable for repeated use, and the SprayClean nozzle and trigger system provides solution as needed.
Customer Rating
5
Quick easy cordless mop vac.
on June 28, 2019
Posted by: DavidJr
from Roanoke, VA
You ever just need to mop, but don’t want to get the bucket out?
Maybe you just have a small mess, but one of those disposable pads won’t get it all up.
Maybe you just have a small mess, but one of those disposable pads won’t get it all up.
Well, Hoover ONEPWR Floormate Jet Cordless will clean the floor, vacuum it all up and make it easy to dump away without having to even unravel a cord and find an outlet. It’s as easy as filling a sports bottle with hot water, a little multi purpose cleaner and putting in the ONEPWR lithium ion battery. Simply like vacuuming the floor, but with a trigger to spray as you push forward and pull back to finish pulling the water and mess back up. I even manufactured a mess, see picture, and the only thing it didn’t pick up on it’s own was the large egg shell that wouldn’t fit under it.
Using this Hoover FloorMate Jet is simple, but takes a little getting used to so that you get the most efficiency out of it. Such as knowing when to let go of the trigger so you're not spraying the baseboard or how to keep a good overlapping pattern to catch all the liquid. The first couple of times I used it, I was leaving little puddles around because I wasn’t completely pulling back over the full path. You also need to watch your battery unless you happen to have a spare. On high the warning light tends to come on at about 10 minutes of use. Five minutes later it just shuts off and if you weren’t done, it is. The good thing though, for the majority of my hard floor area, 15 minutes is more than enough time to clean it all up while even taking my time.
Unlike a normal mop and bucket, you are spraying clean liquid on the floor the whole time while it picks it up instead of a dirty bucket to dip the mop back into. It comes with a small 8 oz bottle of multi-surface solution. This will fill the tank up to the large area 8 times, which it classifies large area as about 600 sq feet. That is also about the time the battery dies on me as well.
Provided you still have battery remaining, clean-up involves putting it in its tray, which keeps it from drip drying on your floor, adding a little water and tipping it back while its on. Then the dirty water tray can be dumped out and rinsed out. The front of the vacuum can also be easily lifted off for more cleaning and to take the brush roll out to dry. It also comes with a different style brush roll, one is listed for multi-purpose and the other for gentle. I personally can’t imagine the already soft multi-purpose roll being too harsh for any floor.
Exchanging the ONEPWR battery and charging it is simple. I do kind of wish there was a way to just charge it directly in the vacuum since I only have a single ONEPWR device right now. I also found it kind of annoying that when it is done charging, there is no status light on the charger. It is just off, like it was unplugged. Then you can only check the charge status directly on the battery when it is off the charger.
However, this is certainly my go-to for keeping my hard floor areas clean and for cleaning up any messes that may come upon these floors.
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Print anything you want in color with this Epson SuperTank wireless multifunction printer. Built-in wireless capability allows easy printing from compatible devices, while the high-capacity 100-sheet paper tray keeps documents flowing. This Epson SuperTank wireless multifunction printer includes supersized ink tanks capable of printing up to 6,000 color pages, ideal for demanding print jobs.Prints up to 10.5 ISO ppm* in black, up to 5 ISO ppm* in color.
Customer Rating
4
Lots of printing on a long term budget
on June 26, 2019
Posted by: DavidJr
from Roanoke, VA
If you are the type of person that prints thousands of pages of paper at home, you know how it is to go through ink. With the standard inkjet printer you are talking on average less than 1000 pages to replace. With the Epson EcoTank they claim about 7,500 for one bottle of black which costs about the same as single black cartridge for the standard inkjet printer. So, the ink per page is far cheaper than other options out there. However, a “normal” inkjet printer with similar features, without the refillable tanks, is far cheaper up front. So, when it comes to this EcoTank series, it is all about comparing your usage. If you will be printing 7,000+ pages within 2 years time frame, you would easily make up for what you would have spent on replacement cartridges. If you are under 1,000 in 2 years, you might consider a different model.
The Epson EcoTank 2760 took a bit longer to set up than the typical printer because you have to fill the tanks and let it load the ink. However, the process was fairly simple following the calibration and I was printing from multiple devices on my network in less than 30 minutes. With Epson connect and cloud print options you can print beyond your network, even allowing people to print simply by sending to a customizable email address. Network connection is 2.4Ghz b/g/n only and you can also connect it by USB cable, not included, or Wi-Fi direct. There is also a standard SD card slot if you want to print from a card directly.
As for the quality of the printing, it is decent for general use. When using the default settings while printing photos, the pictures looked washed out and lacking detail. However, changing the printer options through the computer software to best gave it better clarity and detail, the colors still looked a little faded though. Printing black text is good and the tone difference is only noticeable when placed against a different printers text.
Paper is back fed, up to 100 sheets. This is convenient if you swap out paper type often, or like to easily see the paper you have remaining without having to pull out a tray. This printer also does automatic double sided printing, but I found it to be a bit slow as it paused between printing the other side. The flatbed scanner allows for nice quality scans or photo copy, but it is single page scan, while their higher models have the automatic document feeder.
Overall, if you are looking to print a lot and want to save from buying multiple cartridges over the years, this will get the job done.
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Enjoy the versatile headset for Hybrid work and beyond with the Poly Voyager Legend Wireless Noise Cancelling Bluetooth Headset. Featuring a multi-mic design with noise cancellation technology, this Bluetooth headset improves call quality by filtering out distracting background noise. This Plantronics Voyager Legend Bluetooth headset has built-in controls that let you change volume, mute calls and activate voice-controlled functionality with a single touch.
Customer Rating
5
Good earpiece for noisy backgrounds
on June 17, 2019
Posted by: DavidJr
from Roanoke, VA
Fairly light, simple and effective. This Plantronics Voyager headset looks bulky, but balances decently on the ear. It might not be suited for all ear types, because the loop is not adjustable. However, it does come with three different sized ear tips, which pre-installed medium worked best for me.
There are some smart features built in, with limited voice commands or the ability to use your phones voice assistant. It will announce the incoming callers name and allow you to answer or ignore by simply saying it. If you aren’t already wearing it, the motion of putting it on your ear will automatically answer the call as well. However, I did find the built in voice commands limited and at times putting it back in pair mode when that is not what I was saying. I also forgot about the auto answer when placing it on the ear and found myself hanging up on people a couple times by thinking I had to push the button to answer. This is one feature you can change if you download the Plantronics Hub app.
With the earpiece already connected, the app instantly recognized the model I was using and displays that it is connected, the talk time remaining and what the sensor is reading. For some reason it listed as “On Ear” even when not. Through the app you can “Find MyHeadset” by playing one of three sound effects at extreme loudness or backtrack using Google maps showing the location of where you were last connected. Seeing the sound level that it could put out from the location sound makes me wonder why I can’t get that level in normal volume as well. The app also provides a better instruction manual with several “How do I?” choices as well as a button and light description. The settings is where the app becomes kind of essential as I found no other way to make these changes. This is where you can enable/disable features like what the headset sensors can do, the prompt to answer/ignore calls and the one that changed my perspective is the HD Voice. At first, everyone I called stated I sounded like I was on speaker phone, kind of hollow and distant. However, once I enabled the HD Voice, it was like any other phone call I made. The down side to this is that it will consume more battery power, reducing talk time.
As for sound quality, once I enabled the HD voice, I was coming in clear and I could hear them well. I purposely put myself in some noisy situations and in environments like fans, power equipment and engines, noise cancellation worked perfectly. To the point that the caller even questioned if it was still running. However, it became harder for me to hear them as the volume level could not go any higher through the phone or button on the device. Which it seems from the finding option that it is possible to be louder. Other more random noises still made it through though, like music, but I could still be heard.
Though I didn’t make any calls that were 7 hours long, I did stream music to the device for a bit over 7 hours straight. The charging cable is short and magnetic, but unique. So, should it get damaged or lost, you aren’t just using a phone charger to keep it up. There is a separate charging case that can be purchased as well.
Overall, still a good earpiece for someone that is in constant noise.
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Take control of your gaming experience with this Logitech Astro USB controller. The highly durable construction is great for extended sessions, and the fully customizable layout lets you remap each button to mimic any console configuration. This Logitech Astro USB controller has extra-sensitive triggers that respond seamlessly without having to depress them fully.
Posted by: DavidJr
from Roanoke, VA
One of the main differences between a typical PlayStation controller and an Xbox controller is the thumbstick layout. Some people prefer them one way or another. With the Astro C40 Tournament Ready (TR), you can swap them out to whatever position you prefer. Now you can have the Xbox layout on a PS4 or the PlayStation layout on a PC. They are easy to swap with the included hex tool and four screws that can’t get lost, as they remain attached to the faceplate.
Similar to some other high end gaming controllers, you can swap out the thumbstick for concave or convex, short or tall. It comes with two of each short style, but only one of each tall concave or domed. More can be purchased on their site as well as the D-Pad replacement. All of the included parts are easily stored in the included hardshell case as well.
Along with the customization there are paddles under the controller that can be mapped to any other button, except R2/L2. They can be remapped on the controller with the press of a button, or through the PC software. There are also physical trigger stops that stop R2/L2 at about 50% trigger pull, which can affect some games if you need 100% and don’t adjust it in the software.
The software offers the majority of the customization features. This includes remapping all of the buttons on the controller, which can really mess with someone if you save it as the switchable second profile on the controller. You can also adjust the sensitivity of the thumbsticks and triggers. This is necessary if you want to use the trigger stops and still attain 100% effectiveness. It also has some audio settings for the 3.5mm connection that allows for 2 way audio that is saved to the controller so you don’t have to tweak every game. It even allows for you to reduce the rumble which can in turn help save battery life if playing wireless. You can create multiple profiles through the application, but only two of them can be synced to the controller to be switched to.
The Astro C40 TR can be used wired with the included 3 meter USB cable or wirelessly with the included 2.4 Ghz USB adapter. The controller has a deep well to it for the micro USB connection, which will help prevent wear on the connection. However, it means you can’t use just any other random USB cable. It also feels pretty thick and sturdy, so it should endure the constant moving of playing video games. For PC I understood the need for the dongle, but felt it was kind of odd not to connect to the PS4 like the DualShock controllers. However, for the PS4, it was simple plug and play. This also allowed me to keep it wired to my PC and wireless to the PS4 and switch between them with the switch on the controller.
As for playing with the controller, the first thing I noticed is that it is noticeably heavier than my Xbox and PS4 controller. However, only by a couple ounces and most of the time my arms are resting when I play anyway, so it's not like it made a difference. The grip style on the controller felt more like an Xbox controller. However, you have the button layout, speaker, internal positions sensors and touchpad of a PS4 controller. There is no light for the PS Move camera to notice though.
While playing on my Windows 10 computer, most games recognize the controller as a standard Microsoft controller, with the A/X/B/Y buttons. Although, a true gamer doesn’t look at the button, they just know the button. I did have a problem with one game that did not recognize the controller. With a little Google research I found that by putting the games loader in Steam as a non-Steam game, then launching it from Steam, it worked like a normal controller. Apparently a common issue with other non-Microsoft controllers.
I really do like the customization on this controller. However, for the price point I feel they left a few things out just so they can get more with the purchase of the accessories, like the interchangeable D-Pad. It also comes with a 6 month warranty and if you play a lot of games, you know how controllers can get worn. The good thing is, most of the time it is thumbstick that goes out first and for $20 you can get a new thumbstick module to easily replace it. Just hope that in 9 months it’s not the trigger that becomes the issue. I also found it a bit odd with the very sharp edges on the triggers and buttons. The trigger edges can really catch you off guard and give it a bit of cheap feel.
Overall, solid controller with plenty of customization for the serious gamer.
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Samsung Gear VR for Select Samsung Cell Phones: Mobile virtual reality is finally here. Watch movies in your own private cinema, be at the center of your favorite games, and socialize with friends in a virtual world all your own. The lightweight design and intuitive touchpad drop you right in the action and allow for hours of immersive entertainment.
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1 out of 5Very unhappy about not getting the GearVR programs
By Sunshower
I tried many different ways to find out how to download the Gear VR programs by going to Samsung and Oculus online. All unsuccessful!!
DavidJr
June 3, 2016
Once you connect the Gear VR to the phone it starts a download for the software. There appears to be no other way to initiate the install. Once the Oculus software is installed, games and applications can be purchased through the application or from inside the store while wearing the device.
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Samsung Gear VR for Select Samsung Cell Phones: Mobile virtual reality is finally here. Watch movies in your own private cinema, be at the center of your favorite games, and socialize with friends in a virtual world all your own. The lightweight design and intuitive touchpad drop you right in the action and allow for hours of immersive entertainment.
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1 out of 5Need certain phones to use this.
By Donna
Wasn't told at time of purchase that certain phones were required to use this device. After purchase was when this was discovered. During this time we purchased a new home and was moving. After the move, tried to return the item because I didn't want to purchase a new phone. The only way the store would accept this return was to give me a gift card. I didn't want a gift card that I would most likely not use. Not happy with this policy at all. Also have made posts to FB in regards to your policy. I will not EVER enter your store again or make another purchase from you online. This is NOT how you treat a customer and expect more business from them.
DavidJr
It is labeled on the box and the site details
June 3, 2016
It says on the front and back of the box, "Compatible with Note5/S6 edge+/S6/S6 edge" and anywhere you look online it says it as well.
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Samsung Gear VR for Select Samsung Cell Phones: Mobile virtual reality is finally here. Watch movies in your own private cinema, be at the center of your favorite games, and socialize with friends in a virtual world all your own. The lightweight design and intuitive touchpad drop you right in the action and allow for hours of immersive entertainment.
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2 out of 5I have problems getting my phone to sync with this
By Drestyle
When I put my phone in the unit it doesn't seem it. I keep having to pull it out and try again.
DavidJr
June 3, 2016
What phone are you using and is it up to date? The Samsung Gear VR is only compatible with Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 edge, Galaxy Note5, Galaxy S6 edge+, Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 edge and a software update from your carrier is required for S6 edge+ and Note 5.
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Samsung Gear VR for Select Samsung Cell Phones: Mobile virtual reality is finally here. Watch movies in your own private cinema, be at the center of your favorite games, and socialize with friends in a virtual world all your own. The lightweight design and intuitive touchpad drop you right in the action and allow for hours of immersive entertainment.
Where can I demo this in stores, I live in Newport News VA.
It is typically next to the Samsung phone and tablet display.
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DavidJr
Samsung Gear VR for Select Samsung Cell Phones: Mobile virtual reality is finally here. Watch movies in your own private cinema, be at the center of your favorite games, and socialize with friends in a virtual world all your own. The lightweight design and intuitive touchpad drop you right in the action and allow for hours of immersive entertainment.
Will this work on a galaxy s6 ?
Yes, compatible with Galaxy S7 | S7 edge, Note5, S6, and S6 edge.
9 years ago
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DavidJr
Samsung Gear VR for Select Samsung Cell Phones: Mobile virtual reality is finally here. Watch movies in your own private cinema, be at the center of your favorite games, and socialize with friends in a virtual world all your own. The lightweight design and intuitive touchpad drop you right in the action and allow for hours of immersive entertainment.
Can i use this with my ipad?
No, this is only compatible with Galaxy S7 | S7 edge, Note5, S6, and S6 edge.
9 years ago
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DavidJr
Samsung Gear VR for Select Samsung Cell Phones: Mobile virtual reality is finally here. Watch movies in your own private cinema, be at the center of your favorite games, and socialize with friends in a virtual world all your own. The lightweight design and intuitive touchpad drop you right in the action and allow for hours of immersive entertainment.
This can be used without phone but with laptop through USB cable?
No, this only works with Galaxy S7 | S7 edge, Note5, S6, and S6 edge. The phone is the screen for the Gear VR. The USB port on the device is to power the attached phone.
9 years ago
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DavidJr
Samsung Gear VR for Select Samsung Cell Phones: Mobile virtual reality is finally here. Watch movies in your own private cinema, be at the center of your favorite games, and socialize with friends in a virtual world all your own. The lightweight design and intuitive touchpad drop you right in the action and allow for hours of immersive entertainment.
Can you view your photos with the VR viewer?
Yes, you can view pictures using VR Gallery app in the Samsung store.
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DavidJr
Samsung Gear VR for Select Samsung Cell Phones: Mobile virtual reality is finally here. Watch movies in your own private cinema, be at the center of your favorite games, and socialize with friends in a virtual world all your own. The lightweight design and intuitive touchpad drop you right in the action and allow for hours of immersive entertainment.
Which phones can be used
Compatible with Galaxy S7 | S7 edge, Note5, S6, and S6 edge.
9 years ago
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DavidJr
Samsung Gear VR for Select Samsung Cell Phones: Mobile virtual reality is finally here. Watch movies in your own private cinema, be at the center of your favorite games, and socialize with friends in a virtual world all your own. The lightweight design and intuitive touchpad drop you right in the action and allow for hours of immersive entertainment.
Are there any plans in the future to allow a second viewer to connect to the primary to see what the first viewer is seeing? It would be nice for husband and wife to be able to experience it at the same time.
You can essentially see what the VR user is viewing using screen mirror through Chromecast on a TV, screen share, or a separate app called MirrorOP onto a PC.
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DavidJr
Samsung Gear VR for Select Samsung Cell Phones: Mobile virtual reality is finally here. Watch movies in your own private cinema, be at the center of your favorite games, and socialize with friends in a virtual world all your own. The lightweight design and intuitive touchpad drop you right in the action and allow for hours of immersive entertainment.
Is there any headset out there on the market or in stores for VR. Compatible with Samsung Grand Prime SmartPhone???Please advise.Thanks & best Regards
Samsung Gear VR for Select Samsung Cell Phones: Mobile virtual reality is finally here. Watch movies in your own private cinema, be at the center of your favorite games, and socialize with friends in a virtual world all your own. The lightweight design and intuitive touchpad drop you right in the action and allow for hours of immersive entertainment.
Is Samsung - gear vr I can use with note 5 ?
Samsung Gear VR for Select Samsung Cell Phones: Mobile virtual reality is finally here. Watch movies in your own private cinema, be at the center of your favorite games, and socialize with friends in a virtual world all your own. The lightweight design and intuitive touchpad drop you right in the action and allow for hours of immersive entertainment.
Can I use my LG phone instead of the Samsung on the virtual reality ?
No, the device is specifically built to work with Samsung Galaxy S6, S7, and Note 5. Although, you could technically use it as fancy Google cardboard headset if you can keep your phone attached to it with velcro or tape.
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