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- First reviewOctober 21, 2009
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- First review commentFebruary 25, 2012
- Last review commentJuly 22, 2017
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GE JES0736SPSS Compact Microwave: Practical and simple to use, this compact microwave is a good fit for a small apartment kitchen, dorm room, snack area or anywhere else where space is limited.
Customer Rating
4
Good little Microwave
on September 10, 2012
Posted by: havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
I had an "accident" with my last microwave- specifically I was using my indoor electric grill too close to the power cables and my old microwave's cord melted to it and then shorted out. So, I bought this one. It works well, but I have noticed it takes more time to cook something than the old one did, and they were both 700W units. That being said, I've read that a longer and slower cook will actually heat the food more thoroughly, so maybe this is a blessing in disguise! This unit looks great- black and stainless matches with my other appliances and it fits right into the space where the old one was. Beep is loud but not unreasonable. Display is green, I'd prefer blue but that is a small detail. Overall I am happy and hope that I don't kill this one like I did my last one!
What's great about it: Looks good
What's not so great: Needs extra cooking time
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
4
Features
4
Performance
3
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This SanDisk Cruzer Fit SDCZ33-016G-A11 flash drive features a 16GB capacity to store your media and documents. SanDisk SecureAcces software uses password protection and encryption to safeguard your files.
Customer Rating
4
GREAT for card USB ports. A little slow, however.
on May 6, 2012
Posted by: havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
I just bought a 2012 Veloster and it has a USB/iPod music port. Initially I was using my SanDisk Cruiser 16GB drive, but then I read about some guy whose hand slipped off the shifter and hit his USB drive, snapping it off. So, I went to Best Buy to see if they had a smaller drive. This drive is GREAT for car stereos! It fits flush against the port and looks like an integrated part of your stereo versus awkwardly sticking out. I also like the orange LED light when it's in use, although it does not come on very often in my car. A lot of people seem to be complaining about this drive being too small, but I don't see that as a flaw at all- it's MEANT to be small, if it's easy to lose that is the fault of the owner, not the flash drive. I will say that the speed is slower than I had hoped. As a point of reference my music collection is about 7GB. To copy it to this drive took 25 minutes. To copy it to my Sony 16GB flash drive takes 18 minutes. To copy it to my SanDisk Cruiser 16GB drive takes 28 minutes, so this isn't the slowest drive out there but it's slow. I also didn't like the included software, it tried to install itself and force a reboot but I cancelled it and formatted it. I wish the software would ask if you want to use it before trying to install itself. Overall, great little drive, but be prepared for slow transfer times.
What's great about it: Small size, great value
What's not so great: Slow USB transfer time
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5
Performance
3
Capacity
5
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Amplify the sounds of your laptop or desktop with this subwoofer and satellite speakers that feature magnetically shielded protection. A cradle lets you attach your MP3 player.
Customer Rating
4
Very nice overall!
on February 25, 2012
Posted by: havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
I bought these speakers to replace a cheap CA 2.1 system that I've been using for the last few years. I like that the satellites each have separate mid-range and tweeters. The sub-woofer puts out a surprisingly good amount of low bass, but it does suffer from the same "boomy" sound that smaller subs suffer from. It took a bit of tweaking with the equalizer software on my computer to get the right sound, but once I found it I was happy with the results.
The aux in and headphone jacks on the front of the right satellite are a nice touch. In addition to computer speakers this set would be great for using as a small stand-alone system with an iPod or other MP3 player., or even patching your computer into a receiver if it's nearby and you have a long enough cord.
The piano-black finish on the front of the satellites is attractive and actually matches my awesome Insignia 6.5 inch bookshelf speakers that are part of my main sound system.
Complaints are few and minor- the blue power light on the front is VERY bright. I had to put a small black piece of tape over it to keep it out of my eyes. I don't like that the bass adjustment is on the back of the sub instead of on the front of the right satellite with the other adjustments, although once set I have not had to touch it again.
Will this system replace your main stereo system? Nope, but for it's intended use as a computer sound system or even as a small bedroom or secondary system it's more than adequate!
What's great about it: Great bass, looks good, aux in and out are handy
What's not so great: Bass dial on back of sub, power light too bright!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Sound Quality
5
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Shred unnecessary papers or old credit cards with this cross-cut shredder that can shred up to 5 sheets of paper at a time.
Customer Rating
4
Does the job!
on February 11, 2012
Posted by: havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
I needed a shredder because I had to reprint my state tax return and I ended up with 40 pages that had my SSN on each and I didn't want to rip them up manually. I've had good luck with Dynex products, so I picked this one up.
Shreds paper fine, I only do 3-4 sheets at a time and it doesn't jam. I have not used it for credit cards but some of the other reviews seem to indicate it has trouble with them.
Overall a nice shredder, good price, I have no complaints!
What's great about it: Basic, does the job on paper
What's not so great: Others have had reliability issues
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
4
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This helicopter features flashing multicolor LED lights for a realistic look and gyroscopic stabilizer technology for precise omnidirectional flight. The 3-channel IR remote allows for easy control and hours of fun.Fly Responsibly:The FAA requires operators of unmanned aircraft weighing more than 0.55 pounds (250 grams) on takeoff (including everything on board or attached), and operating outdoors, be registered at www.faa.gov/uas/registration. If you are under age 13, you must have a parent or someone age 13 or older register for you. Additional state or local requirements may apply. Check your local jurisdiction. The following websites may help you make informed decisions about how regulations impact you: www.knowbeforeyoufly.org and www.modelaircraft.org. Some manufacturers recommend minimum age requirements for operating certain models of unmanned aircrafts. See the Specifications tab on this page for the Recommended Minimum Age for this product.
Posted by: havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
I bought a more expensive copter for my dad for Christmas, but decided to buy this one for myself to play around with. I have a small apartment, so I was looking for something small yet accurate. This copter rocks! It did take me a few times to get good at flying it, but now I can take off, fly around, go over and under things and then land right back on the take off spot. Charging takes awhile but you can plug it right into the controller, into a USB port, or use a USB wall charger. Flight time is about 6-7 minutes. I did have one small issue- after about the 10th crash it wouldn't fly any more, it would just bank to the right and crash. I bought the repair kit from Protocol for about $7, and took the copter apart. I turns out that a piece that connects to the gyro and top blades had broken, but I was able to fix it in under 15 minutes. And hey, fixing it added even more fun since I like to tinker!
My suggestion? Buy two of these copters so you can have another charged and ready to go, and buy at least one repair kit from Protocol, and you have have a blast, I guarantee it!
My suggestion? Buy two of these copters so you can have another charged and ready to go, and buy at least one repair kit from Protocol, and you have have a blast, I guarantee it!
What's great about it: Easy to fly, accurate, easy to fix
What's not so great: Low battery life
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Features
5
Durability
4
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This cable sends audio signals through RCA jacks with 24K gold-plated connectors that ensure an ideal fit to keep your home theater system connected.
Posted by: havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
Using this wire to connect the Insignia 200W 2 channel amp to the Insignia 6 ½" bass reflex speakers. The wire certainly does its job, which is simply to carry the signal from my TV audio out to the receiver audio in. No complaints here, red and white colors were easy to distinguish, cable fit snugly into the RCA jacks, long enough wire to hide behind the equipment, and sound quality is great, meaning no failure in any of the equipment or this wire.
What's great about it: Tight grip, easy to use
What's not so great: nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
4
Performance
4
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Connect audio components across large spaces with this Dynex speaker cable. It comes with 50 feet of cable to handle large projects or multiple installations.
Posted by: havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
Using this wire to connect the Insignia 200W 2 channel amp to the Insignia 6 ½" bass reflex speakers. The wire certainly does its job, which is simply to carry the signal from the receiver to the speakers. Speakers sound just fine, even at high volume. However, I do need to agree with other posters that the "++++" markings on the wire jacket for the positive connection is very, very hard to see. Not only are they a small font, they are a charcoal-gray color which is hard to see. I had to check several times before each connection to make sure I had the right polarity. A simple dashed red line would have been better. Crossing the polarity won't damage anything, but will reduce your sound quality significantly, especially the bass response, and most people will blame the speaker, receiver, or source material rather than a crossed speaker wire.
What's great about it: Gets the job done
What's not so great: Positive markings VERY hard to see
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Quality
2
Performance
3
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This receiver creates layers of stunning sound for an improved audio experience when listening to music or enjoying a movie.
Customer Rating
4
Great for a small apartment
on November 29, 2010
Posted by: havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
I'm using this receiver with the Insignia 6 1/2" bass reflex speakers. Overall it's a nice unit, provided plenty of power in my studio apartment. It's a pretty basic receiver, but certainly meets my needs. It has several inputs, all analog RCA connections. I run my PS3 and HD cable through my TV, with the audio out fed into the receiver. My only real issue is with FM reception- the little antenna that comes with it only got me about 5 stations, and none of the ones I was trying to get. My boom-box type stereo gets many more. Controls are basic but easy to use. Basic bass and treble controls, some EQ settings would have been a nice touch. I'd also like a subwoofer output, as I do plan to run a sub in the future and will need to find a line level input one, which is not as crisp as a line-level one. The receiver runs a little hot, but I have not had any shut-down issues that some reviewers have mentioned. Overall, gets the job done, but just the basics.
What's great about it: Simple, clean controls, good power
What's not so great: Only the most basic features; poor tuner reception
I would recommend this to a friend!
Sound Quality
4
Ease of Use
4
Features
4
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Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G Standard Lens: Whether you're a beginner or professional, you'll love this compact, lightweight lens from Nikon. The normal angle of view captures approximately what the human eye sees, making it a great all-around lens. Plus, the f/1.8 maximum aperture is ideal for creating softly blurred backgrounds and shooting in low light.
Customer Rating
5
If you have a D40/D40X/D60 youwill want this lens!
on October 21, 2009
Posted by: havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
This is truly a great lens. Have you ever wondered why your pictures from your Nikon DLSR look good, but not great? This lens is the answer. Good glass makes such a difference! A 1.8 lens gathers 4 times as much light as a 5.3 lens, so this will blow away the 18mm-55mm kit lens as well as the 18mm-200mm all-purpose lens. What this means that in good light the pictures will be tack sharp and have great color. It also means this lens works great in poor light- in fact, I have dimmer switch on my room lights and I tested this lens by dimming the lights and taking pictures as it got darker and darker. I had to turn the lights completely OFF before I could get the lens to not focus. Most of the time you won’t need a flash with this lens, which makes it perfect for weddings and churches. It will work with any current Nikon DX, the AF-S means it works with the D40/D40X/D60 line perfectly. Set your auto ISO to 1600 and 1/30 trigger and you will get sharp pictures in almost any lighting. The 35mm on a DX camera is equivalent to 52.5mm on a full-frame camera, which is almost a 1:1 or “normal” lens. This means that what you see with your eye will be the same as what you see through this lens, as far as apparent distance. It’s neither a wide-angle nor a telephoto lens. The lens is a bit smaller than I thought, but this works well with the small size of the D40/D40X/D60 line. It’s lightweight due to use of plastic in its construction, although it does have metal ring where it connects to the camera. A nice touch is that to manually focus all you do is turn the focus ring; you don’t have to move a switch first. Price was right at $199.99, and my local Best Buy had several of them in stock and none on display, which makes sense since this is a very popular lens and those who know about it won’t need to see it on display. My only complaint with this lens is that VR would have been a nice feature, even if it added a few dollars to the price.
What's great about it: Great low light lens, awesome colors!
What's not so great: Mostly plastic, no VR
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5
Durability
4
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Amplify the sounds of your laptop or desktop with this subwoofer and satellite speakers that feature magnetically shielded protection. A cradle lets you attach your MP3 player.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Very nice overall!
By havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
I bought these speakers to replace a cheap CA 2.1 system that I've been using for the last few years. I like that the satellites each have separate mid-range and tweeters. The sub-woofer puts out a surprisingly good amount of low bass, but it does suffer from the same "boomy" sound that smaller subs suffer from. It took a bit of tweaking with the equalizer software on my computer to get the right sound, but once I found it I was happy with the results.
The aux in and headphone jacks on the front of the right satellite are a nice touch. In addition to computer speakers this set would be great for using as a small stand-alone system with an iPod or other MP3 player., or even patching your computer into a receiver if it's nearby and you have a long enough cord.
The piano-black finish on the front of the satellites is attractive and actually matches my awesome Insignia 6.5 inch bookshelf speakers that are part of my main sound system.
Complaints are few and minor- the blue power light on the front is VERY bright. I had to put a small black piece of tape over it to keep it out of my eyes. I don't like that the bass adjustment is on the back of the sub instead of on the front of the right satellite with the other adjustments, although once set I have not had to touch it again.
Will this system replace your main stereo system? Nope, but for it's intended use as a computer sound system or even as a small bedroom or secondary system it's more than adequate!
havanajoe8
Mansfield, MA
Whoops!
February 25, 2012
Upon reading several other reviews and looking more closely at the satellites, they do NOT have separate mid-ranges and tweeter. They have little plastic inserts that LOOK like separate tweeters. A little cheesy, but sound quality is still good!
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Add Bluetooth compatibility to your laptop with this convenient and compact micro USB adapter.
Overall
1 out of 5
1 out of 5Fails with Windows 8.1
By barrywertz
from Zionsville, IN
You're Bluetooth products with this product will fail. They have not come out with version 8.1 windows driver updates. I called the company and they said it will be a few months. I laughed and returned it. I attempted to run it in compatibility mode in other versions of windows and it couldn't verify the product. I called Microsoft as well with no avail.
havanajoe8
Mansfield, MA
December 7, 2013
I got it to work with the driver download from Broadcom. Windows 8.1, recent install...
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The T15 are those bookshelf speakers whose high versatility is built to impress. Engineered with Polk's proprietary Dynamic Balance technology, they're primed to improve your home theater experience and take on your entire arsenal of tunes without fail. Think brighter highs, a wide-open mid-range and surprising bass response - the perfect entry into high-performance audio. What’s more, it’s easy to setup, supports Dolby and DTS, and connects to most home theater receivers, stereos or home theater processors. The best part is that it won't drain your wallet! Go big on great sound made for everyone. Add the T15 bookshelf stereo speakers to your home audio setup today.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Excellent value!
By havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
My apartment is odd- it's basically two small apartments connected together separated by a door. In the larger room I have a home entertainment system with a real stereo system- receiver, sub-woofer, larger speakers, etc. However, the kitchen is in the smaller room and I like to listen to music while having coffee. About six months ago I bought the Insignia 50 watt mini bookshelf system and connected my iPod to it via an Apple iPod dock. It's on top of the refrigerator. I like the system, but the speakers were never quite right- I felt that the 4 inch drivers were a little small and with the bass ports on the back the bass would hit the wall and I felt like it sounded a bit weak and muffled. I decided to go to Best Buy to see what I could get as an upgrade. I had done a little research online and I wanted to compare three speakers- these Polks, the Pioneer SP-BS22-LRs and the Insignia NS-SP213s. The Pioneers are power-hungry, and since this system is only 25 watts per channel I eliminated them first- plus they still had a rear bass port. The Insignias sounded ok, but seemed a little muffled. These Polks sounded the clearest, but I could not really tell how they sounded in the store, so I took them home. I'm VERY happy with the results! They are a little bigger than the original Insignias but not too big. Binding posts connected easily too. At first the sound was just ok. It took about an hour of breaking them in for them to really shine. First thing I noticed is that they are efficient- comfortable listening level with the Insignias was 16 on the volume setting, with the Polks it's 12. Second thing I noticed is that the upper midrange is much more clear- voices really carry, especially higher pitched ones. Finally, although they don't have exceptionally deep bass the response is certainly better than the Insignias. Not sure if it's because of the bigger woofers or if it's the bass ports being on the front but there is no longer any muffled bass. I'm hearing details in my music that I generally only hear through my main stereo system. If you have limited space and reasonable expectations I think you can't go wrong with these speakers!
havanajoe8
Mansfield, MA
One thing to be aware of...
June 6, 2014
...and this is not a complaint, but something to be aware of- these speakers like to be played relatively loud- or, to be more precise, they do not excel at being played too softly... For example, if you have the volume low for background music sometimes the music cuts in and out- especially when a song is fading away at the end. They will often just cut off during the fade.... This does not happen with higher volumes. My review rating still stands, but this is something to be aware of!
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The T15 are those bookshelf speakers whose high versatility is built to impress. Engineered with Polk's proprietary Dynamic Balance technology, they're primed to improve your home theater experience and take on your entire arsenal of tunes without fail. Think brighter highs, a wide-open mid-range and surprising bass response - the perfect entry into high-performance audio. What’s more, it’s easy to setup, supports Dolby and DTS, and connects to most home theater receivers, stereos or home theater processors. The best part is that it won't drain your wallet! Go big on great sound made for everyone. Add the T15 bookshelf stereo speakers to your home audio setup today.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Excellent value!
By havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
My apartment is odd- it's basically two small apartments connected together separated by a door. In the larger room I have a home entertainment system with a real stereo system- receiver, sub-woofer, larger speakers, etc. However, the kitchen is in the smaller room and I like to listen to music while having coffee. About six months ago I bought the Insignia 50 watt mini bookshelf system and connected my iPod to it via an Apple iPod dock. It's on top of the refrigerator. I like the system, but the speakers were never quite right- I felt that the 4 inch drivers were a little small and with the bass ports on the back the bass would hit the wall and I felt like it sounded a bit weak and muffled. I decided to go to Best Buy to see what I could get as an upgrade. I had done a little research online and I wanted to compare three speakers- these Polks, the Pioneer SP-BS22-LRs and the Insignia NS-SP213s. The Pioneers are power-hungry, and since this system is only 25 watts per channel I eliminated them first- plus they still had a rear bass port. The Insignias sounded ok, but seemed a little muffled. These Polks sounded the clearest, but I could not really tell how they sounded in the store, so I took them home. I'm VERY happy with the results! They are a little bigger than the original Insignias but not too big. Binding posts connected easily too. At first the sound was just ok. It took about an hour of breaking them in for them to really shine. First thing I noticed is that they are efficient- comfortable listening level with the Insignias was 16 on the volume setting, with the Polks it's 12. Second thing I noticed is that the upper midrange is much more clear- voices really carry, especially higher pitched ones. Finally, although they don't have exceptionally deep bass the response is certainly better than the Insignias. Not sure if it's because of the bigger woofers or if it's the bass ports being on the front but there is no longer any muffled bass. I'm hearing details in my music that I generally only hear through my main stereo system. If you have limited space and reasonable expectations I think you can't go wrong with these speakers!
havanajoe8
Mansfield, MA
Ignore my last comment
July 9, 2014
I figured why they were cutting out. I had the volume on the receiver turned up high and would then control the volume on the iPod. It was the weaker iPod signal that was causing the speakers to cut out. By lowering the volume on the receiver and keeping the volume on the iPod output higher the speakers no longer cut out when adjusting the volume.
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This shoulder bag is compatible with most ultrazoom digital cameras and features an adjust-to-fit design with a padded divider that is removable for larger cameras. Pockets provide space for memory cards and other accessories.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Great bag!
By havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
I recently bought a Canon SX170 IS which came with a Lowepro Newport 30 case as part of a bundle. I didn't buy the bundle but I did buy the case separately. It's a good case, but did not have a strap nor enough room for the charger, spare battery, and extra memory card.
I gave that case to my girlfriend since she had a small camera and needed a case. I bought this case because it's a bit bigger and comes with a strap. The bag is big enough to hold my camera in the back section of the bag and the charger/extra battery in the front. There is also a small pocket inside- just the right size for an extra memory card. I did notice that in the back of the bag there are two slots to each hold a AA battery; these slots are of no use to me because my camera does not take AA batteries. I wish this had been another pocket instead, but that is only a minor issue. Great bag overall!
havanajoe8
Mansfield, MA
Whoops! My mistake!
July 11, 2014
The little slots in the back of the bag are for SD cards, there is even a little tag with a picture of an SD card on it... I thought it was for AA batteries! Bag is even better in my opinion now as it has slots specifically for backup memory cards! Great bag!
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Samsung NX300 Mirrorless Camera with 18–55mm Lens: You can capture the important moments in your life in rich detail with the Samsung NX300, which comes with a 18–55mm lens and features a Samsung NX mount that lets you switch out your lenses (additional lenses sold separately). Once you've captured the images and HD video footage you want to share with loved ones, just connect to your devices via the camera's built-in Wi-Fi.Memory card sold separately.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Very simple to do almost anything
By Photonoob
This camera makes taking decent pictures in almost any condition a breeze. Disappointed that for the money it didn't come with an SD card. The 60 fps video is amazing. Very smooth motion.
havanajoe8
Mansfield, MA
SD card
December 7, 2014
They recently had a deal with a free SD card but only if ordered online. I brought the printout to the store but they couldn't match it- the deal stated online only and the SD card was a model not stocked in the store. That's ok, it was not a great SD card by the specs, and was only priced at about $12. While I somewhat agree that a camera at this price level should have an SD card it really would take away from the overall satisfaction since you really need a high quality card with this camera- a basic card will slow down performance, and that is not the camera's fault. High quality cards cost money, too much to include with the camera.
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Only at Best Buy Enjoy your music with this Insignia™ boombox, which plays CDs and cassettes for flexible listening options. The 10 AM and 10 FM presets help you find your favorite radio programming with a simple touch.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Gift for my Girlfriend
By havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
My girlfriend has been using a boombox on her shelf for the last 10 years or so and one of the speakers finally stopped working. This Insignia unit made a nice little replacement for it! She likes the sound quality, it's small enough to sit on her shelf or she can take it outside when she sits on her patio. Only disappointment is that it only plays regular CDs, not CD-R/RWs with MP3s. Her old one didn't either but it would have been a nice option. However, the unit DOES have an aux-in port so she can hook her iPod to it with a small patch cable. Overall very pleased!
havanajoe8
Mansfield, MA
My mistake! It DOES play CD-R/RWs!
February 15, 2015
We re-tested this unit with a different CD-R with MP3s and it played just fine- first disk may have been the issue. 5 stars now, I wish I could edit the review! My bad, I hate making mistakes on reviews!
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Listen to music and more on the go with these Insignia™ speakers that deliver 1.5W RMS total system power to ensure quality sound. The magnetic design enables easy portability.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5Very low volume!!!
By nervedoc
from Grapevine, TX
I purchased these speakers to plug into my Samsung laptop to listen to some business audio presentations. The sound on my laptop was not loud enough, so I wanted an external pair of speakers to boost the audio capability. These speakers are not even as loud as my built in speakers! There is no additional volume control on the speakers either.
Nice design, but inadequate! Returning back to Best Buy!!!
havanajoe8
Mansfield, MA
Settings?
February 28, 2015
I'd suggest checking your various sound mixer settings on your computer as these speakers should be plenty loud; at 3/4 volume I can hear music clearly in the next room. Make sure your volume control is up and each slide bar on the mixer is up as well, and finally raise the volume on any music/video software you are using. Any of these being set low (or even worse, more than one being set low) will limit the maximum volume of the speakers.
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The T15 are those bookshelf speakers whose high versatility is built to impress. Engineered with Polk's proprietary Dynamic Balance technology, they're primed to improve your home theater experience and take on your entire arsenal of tunes without fail. Think brighter highs, a wide-open mid-range and surprising bass response - the perfect entry into high-performance audio. What’s more, it’s easy to setup, supports Dolby and DTS, and connects to most home theater receivers, stereos or home theater processors. The best part is that it won't drain your wallet! Go big on great sound made for everyone. Add the T15 bookshelf stereo speakers to your home audio setup today.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Excellent value!
By havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
My apartment is odd- it's basically two small apartments connected together separated by a door. In the larger room I have a home entertainment system with a real stereo system- receiver, sub-woofer, larger speakers, etc. However, the kitchen is in the smaller room and I like to listen to music while having coffee. About six months ago I bought the Insignia 50 watt mini bookshelf system and connected my iPod to it via an Apple iPod dock. It's on top of the refrigerator. I like the system, but the speakers were never quite right- I felt that the 4 inch drivers were a little small and with the bass ports on the back the bass would hit the wall and I felt like it sounded a bit weak and muffled. I decided to go to Best Buy to see what I could get as an upgrade. I had done a little research online and I wanted to compare three speakers- these Polks, the Pioneer SP-BS22-LRs and the Insignia NS-SP213s. The Pioneers are power-hungry, and since this system is only 25 watts per channel I eliminated them first- plus they still had a rear bass port. The Insignias sounded ok, but seemed a little muffled. These Polks sounded the clearest, but I could not really tell how they sounded in the store, so I took them home. I'm VERY happy with the results! They are a little bigger than the original Insignias but not too big. Binding posts connected easily too. At first the sound was just ok. It took about an hour of breaking them in for them to really shine. First thing I noticed is that they are efficient- comfortable listening level with the Insignias was 16 on the volume setting, with the Polks it's 12. Second thing I noticed is that the upper midrange is much more clear- voices really carry, especially higher pitched ones. Finally, although they don't have exceptionally deep bass the response is certainly better than the Insignias. Not sure if it's because of the bigger woofers or if it's the bass ports being on the front but there is no longer any muffled bass. I'm hearing details in my music that I generally only hear through my main stereo system. If you have limited space and reasonable expectations I think you can't go wrong with these speakers!
havanajoe8
Mansfield, MA
Paired with a small sub- MUCH better!
May 3, 2015
I ended up finding a small, flat subwoofer designed to slide under a couch. It had an 8 inch driver and fits behind the speakers on my refrigerator. SO much better now! The 5.25" drivers on these Polks handle mid-range fine but were lacking bass. With the sub connected and handling the bass these speakers really shine! Great little system!
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The T15 are those bookshelf speakers whose high versatility is built to impress. Engineered with Polk's proprietary Dynamic Balance technology, they're primed to improve your home theater experience and take on your entire arsenal of tunes without fail. Think brighter highs, a wide-open mid-range and surprising bass response - the perfect entry into high-performance audio. What’s more, it’s easy to setup, supports Dolby and DTS, and connects to most home theater receivers, stereos or home theater processors. The best part is that it won't drain your wallet! Go big on great sound made for everyone. Add the T15 bookshelf stereo speakers to your home audio setup today.
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By Perfectionist
Bought four of these little fellows to serve as front and surround satellite speakers, along with two other speakers and a Klipsch subwoofer in a 6.1 surround system (using a Sony STR-DH750 7.2 surround receiver). These little speakers produce a warm, balanced, and detailed sound, that is very pleasant on the ears and produces absolutely no listener fatigue. After taking off the grille of one of them when playing at a loud volume, I observed the woofer pumping away with quite a bit of excursion for such a small driver. This observation, along with the tight, punchy sound the Polks were emitting, makes me believe that even if used without a powered subwoofer, these little guys could produce very nice bass for bookshelf speakers. The soft dome tweeter is unbelievably pleasant on the ears, yet detailed, and the woofer is very tight and punchy.
havanajoe8
Mansfield, MA
With a sub...
June 7, 2015
...they are even better! I've been using these on my kitchen stereo system connected to a little 25x2 receiver/CD player unit with an iPod on a dock connected via the AUX in. They've always sounded good but were missing that lower octave. I finally bought a small 8 inch powered sub and routed the speaker output through the sub and then into the Polks with an 80hz cutoff- MUCH better. With the sub handling the bass the Polk drivers produce much better midrange now, they sound about 90% as good as my main system which has much larger speakers and a 10 inch sub, plus a 200 watt receiver.
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Bring the party wherever you go with the LG X-Boom speaker cube. Wirelessly stream music from a Bluetooth-enabled smartphone or tablet, or use dual USB ports for playback or recording when connected to a USB device. Download the free LG Remote app from the Google Playstore to control the LG X-Boom speaker cube from any Android device.
Are the Audio Outputs (R + L) fixed or variable (controlled by unit/remote)?
Bring the party wherever you go with the LG X-Boom speaker cube. Wirelessly stream music from a Bluetooth-enabled smartphone or tablet, or use dual USB ports for playback or recording when connected to a USB device. Download the free LG Remote app from the Google Playstore to control the LG X-Boom speaker cube from any Android device.
I don't seem to be able to turn off the lighting affect. The instructions say it's button 8 , I press this but nothing seems to change ? Am I doing something wrong ?
You can't change the lighting from the remote, only the big red button on the unit itself, on the right side of the unit
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havanajoe8
Carry your Nikon digital SLR camera in style with this bag. The rugged nylon construction and padded shoulder strap combine for comfortable portability.
Does this bag have more than 1 pocket to hold mutiple lenses?
Yes, inside the case there are some dividers that Velcro in place. I was able to fit my D3400 with the 35mm mounted in the main compartment, and the 18-15 and 70-300 in smaller compartments to the right. There is also a large outside zipper pocket which I'm using for my external flash but it's big enough to hold another lens the size of the 70-300 or a few smaller lenses. Hope this helps!
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Safeguard your Apple iPad mini with help from this OtterBox Defender Series 77-50972 case, which features durable construction and a built-in screen protector that work together to protect your device from wear and tear.
Will it fit a iPad mini 4
No, the iPad Mini 4 is a slightly different size and will need a different case
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havanajoe8
Safeguard your Apple iPad mini with help from this OtterBox Defender Series 77-50972 case, which features durable construction and a built-in screen protector that work together to protect your device from wear and tear.
Does it provide splash or dunk protection? If not, what does?
Safeguard your Apple iPad mini with help from this OtterBox Defender Series 77-50972 case, which features durable construction and a built-in screen protector that work together to protect your device from wear and tear.
Are you able to take pictures with the camera both forward and rear facing without taking off the case?
Yes, both cameras work fine with the case in place
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havanajoe8
The high-sensitivity CMOS sensor and DIGIC 4+ image processor of this Canon PowerShot SX530 HS digital camera combine to form the HS SYSTEM, which helps enhance quality in low-light conditions, so you can capture the shot you want, wherever you are. .
I do not want to use the wifi. I don't see a cord in the package to connect to my laptop. Will it use cord from older PowerShot ? I want to edit in Photos on my Mac Book Pro.
The WI-FI feature is quite handy, you should try it; it will use the cord from your older camera or you can take the card out and put it in a reader
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havanajoe8
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Does the camera take good quality zoom in pictures?
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havanajoe8
Play back audio from a wide range of sources with this Insignia™ NS-SH513 compact shelf system, which features Bluetooth technology, a USB port and a CD player for flexible use. The FM tuner features 30 presets for simple station recall.
how do you set or turn off timer unit shuts down consistently after 10:00 minutes in auxiliary mode when using tv as source.
It will turn off if there is no sound for 10 minutes, no way to bypass this.
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Easily reach a variety of locations with help from this TomTom VIA 1415M 1EN4.052.10 GPS, which features preloaded base maps of the U.S., Canada and Mexico and provides text-to-speech and turn-by-turn directions to simplify your travels.
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It comes with a 12v cigarette lighter type plug which the USB cable then plugs into.
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havanajoe8
Mansfield, MA