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Keep your kids safe online with this Circle Home Plus monitoring setup. The included device uses your router to manage every device on your network, and Circle App makes it simple to limit screen time, filter content, and check browsing histories. This Circle Home Plus monitoring setup is easy to set up and lets you create custom settings for each family member.
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5
Outstanding Product for Parental Controls!
on April 28, 2019
Posted by: Selva
from Chander AZ
Circle Home Plus setup is quick and easy. It came with Circle Home Plus, Ethernet cable, USB cable and power adapter. I have downloaded the iOS app and completed the registration. I have followed step by step instructions in Cirlce app and configured everything. I have created profiles for myself and kids. Profiles can be configured as Adult, Teen and Child.
After linking with router, it was showing all devices connected in the network. I have downloaded the app and configured in kids phones as well. VPN will be used to control the kids phone when they are outside of home network. It came with 1 year membership included for all premium features.
It has option to connect with WiFi so that it can be controlled even if the network cable is disconnected. It has battery backup as well.
Circle Home Plus have lot of features like Location, Devices, Usage, Filter, Bed Time, Time Limits, Off Time and History. It has option to pause internet to all devices based on the devices linked to each profile. I have configured the Time Limits for each activity like Chat & Forums, Videos etc. and it worked flawlessly. My teen kid is very much disappointed now due to the fact that he can use only 1 hour every day on Instagram and Facebook instead of 3 hours per day. It automatically disconnected the internet and he was not able to access the apps in his phone even in 4G LTE. It is really cool feature.
Circle Home Plus have lot of features like Location, Devices, Usage, Filter, Bed Time, Time Limits, Off Time and History. It has option to pause internet to all devices based on the devices linked to each profile. I have configured the Time Limits for each activity like Chat & Forums, Videos etc. and it worked flawlessly. My teen kid is very much disappointed now due to the fact that he can use only 1 hour every day on Instagram and Facebook instead of 3 hours per day. It automatically disconnected the internet and he was not able to access the apps in his phone even in 4G LTE. It is really cool feature.
I have configured Bed Time for all profiles so that it will shut off the internet for all devices between 10 PM to 6 AM. We are really impressed with Circle Home Plus and it is greatly reducing the amount of time we are in electronic devices.
If you are looking for great product to control internet activities for your kids and yourself, Circle Home Plus is one of the best product available in the market.
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Enjoy over 20 hours of playtime on a single charge with this Marsha ll Tufton portable Bluetooth speaker. Bluetooth 5.0 technology connects to a variety of wireless devices with a range of up to 30 feet, while a three-way system produces clear and deep sound across all frequencies. This Marshall Tufton portable Bluetooth speaker features flush-mounted corner caps for added durability.
Customer Rating
4
Awesome Speaker with unique design!
on April 13, 2019
Posted by: Selva
from Chander AZ
Marshall Tufton design is very unique and well built. Setup is quick and easy. I was able to connect using Bluetooth without any issues. I played a song from phone and the sound quality is better. In the top of speaker, volume knob is used to turn on and adjust the volume. There are other two knobs for Bass and Treble. There is a LED indicator for battery level. I have charged the speaker fully and played the songs for more than 10 days at least 2 hours per day. It came close to 20+ hours of playtime.
BlueTooth 5.0 technology allows you to connect to a variety of wireless devices with a range of 30ft. Tufton is engineered as a 3-Way System, produced sound from three separate devices - a tweeter, mid-range driver, and subwoofer with class D amplifier. This configuration produces a clear and articulate sound across all frequencies. This speaker rated with IPX2 for water-resistant.
This speaker is huge and heavy. The heavy duty strap will allow to carry the speaker without any issues. I love the design of this speaker and sound quality and highly recommend to anyone who is looking for traditional look of bluetooth speaker.
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Create deep tones with this Sony EXTRA BASS high power audio system. The LIVE SOUND feature broadens audio range, making it ideal for large gatherings, and the built-in multicolored LED lights can be adjusted from your smartphone for convenience. This Sony EXTRA BASS high-power audio system can be set vertically or horizontally for added flexibility. You can even sing along with your favorite tunes with the built-in mic input.
Customer Rating
5
Outstanding Wireless speaker with extra Bass!
on April 13, 2019
Posted by: Selva
from Chander AZ
Setup is quick and easy for GTK-XB72 Wireless Speaker with EXTRA Bass Sound from SONY. It is latest addition to SONY's EXTRA BASS range of speakers. GTX-XB72 is bigger and more powerful speaker. I was able to connect my iPhone using Bluetooth. I was amazed with sound quality from this speaker and it is very clear and filled the entire room. This speaker can be used horizontal as well as vertical mode. The built-in sensor optimizes the sound.
LIVE SOUND button is superb feature and it cleverly angled speakers and DSP technology send your music to a wider area. It brings the party to life with a unique three-dimensional sound experience, creating festival vibes. The GTK-XB72 has built-in multi-colored LED line lights on the front, sides and top, pulsing speaker lights within the main body, and a flashing strobe light for added impact. The perfect way to create a club-like atmosphere.
I have downloaded the SONY Music center app from app store. There are lot of nice features to adjust audio settings, select your favorite playlists from your phone or a USB, and cue the next song without being tied to the sound system.
Anther awesome feature is Fiestable app puts you in charge of the light colors and lets you activate DJ and karaoke modes using your smartphone. After installing the app, just tap Party Light via Fiestable and your phone's display will even start to mirror the sound system's lighting effects, flashing and changing color in time with the music. I have connected 3 different phones and it worked flawlessly. There is no limit to the number of smartphones.
It is possible to connect multiple GTX-XB72 speakers to add extra power to your sound system with Wireless Party Chain via Bluetooth® technology. with one device to be the ‘Party Host’ and music can be synced in other speakers. GTX-XB72 has built-in FM radio tuner. USB port can be used to connect USB devices with audio files which can be played. It supports MP3 and WMA formats.
The built-in microphone is very useful for hands-free calls. It will automatically divert the call from the phone to speaker using Bluetooth. The built-in handle is very useful to take this speaker anywhere inside home or outdoor parties.
I have tried Karaoke on this speaker and quality is pretty good. The audio input allows you to connect portable MP3 players without Bluetooth connectivity. GTX-XB72 is definitely a great addition to any house and it will pump up the party mood with beautiful LED lights and outstanding sound.
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Polished, professional Full HD video calls. The C920S HD Webcam delivers remarkably crisp, clear and detailed images in vibrant colors. HD autofocus and light correction adjust to provide consistently high definition, and the dual mics on either side of the lens capture natural sound. The privacy shutter puts you in control of what you show.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent Desktop 1080p Webcam
on April 13, 2019
Posted by: Selva
from Chander AZ
The Logitech PRO HD 1080p webcam setup is quick and easy. It is plug and play with windows. I have downloaded Logitech Capture software to customize the settings. After the initial setup, i was impressed with video quality of this webcam. I have used for Skype, Google Duo and Skype for business video calls. It worked without any issues with great video and audio quality.
It comes with flexible mounting clip and it fitted perfectly on my 32" acer 4K monitor. The audio quality is great as well. It comes with Privacy shutter which is great addition to close the camera when not in use.
It supports up to 1080p High-definition video and color quality is outstanding with 2.07MP sensor. It has dual mics to capture natural sound on calls and recorded video. The field of view is 78° to allow more than one person join the conversation. I am using every day to do video calls with my friends and family.
I am really impressed with quality and features of Logitech PRO HD webcam and highly recommend this to desktop users for video and audio calls.
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Listen to music with improved quality using this Sony XB22 portable speaker. The LIVE SOUND feature provides a three-dimensional sound experience and broadcasts music to a large area for a concert-type feel, while the EXTRA BASS boost improves low-end tones. This Sony XB22 portable speaker is convenient to use with a variety of devices with Bluetooth capabilities.
Customer Rating
5
Outstanding Bluetooth Speaker with extra bass
on April 13, 2019
Posted by: Selva
from Chander AZ
Sony - SRS-XB22 Portable Bluetooth Speaker packaging is excellent. It came with speaker and charging cable. The design is very unique and well built. Setup is quick and easy. I was able to connect using Bluetooth and NFC options without any issues. It has micro USB port and Stereo mini jack.
I was amazed with sound quality and clarity after playing a song from my iPhone. The color changing LED lights are really cool while playing songs. The extra bass is really good as well from this speaker.
Battery life is really solid and came around 12 hours. It took around 5 hours to charge fully. I was playing a song with full sound and fill the entire living room with great sound quality. The ability to connect more than 100 speakers is a great feature and it will help to place speakers in each room. I already own SONY SRS-XB31, SRS-XB41 and able to pair with SRS-XB22.
The quality is much better and wide in SRS-XB22. Live Sound is an amazing feature to get 3D sound experience. This speaker is dustproof and can be used in beaches and outdoor. It is totally washable and waterproof and can be used in swimming pool. The design is great and speaker can be used horizontally and vertically.
I have installed the SONY Music control and it has tons of features to control music. The call quality is great with this Bluetooth speaker. SONY built a very solid Bluetooth speaker with better sound quality with bass. The price is reasonable as well. My kids are using this speaker very regularly due to the color lights and party mode.
SONY always make better products in TVs, Cameras and they have entered in audio space with quality products like SRS Series Bluetooth speakers.
Well done SONY and it is another outstanding speaker!
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Hear lifelike sound details in your Xbox One games with this Turtle Beach Elite gaming combo. The Elite Pro 2 headset has 50mm custom-tuned Nanoclear drivers for an immersive experience and Aerofit ear cushions for ergonomic comfort. Customize your headset’s sonic performance via the SuperAmp controller of this Turtle Beach Elite gaming combo.
Customer Rating
5
Outstanding Headset for Xbox One X
on March 31, 2019
Posted by: Selva
from Chander AZ
The Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 connected to Elite SuperAmp is an excellent gaming headset for Xbox One console platform. I have been using other brand headsets for my gaming. It came with Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 gaming headset, a 3.5mm headset audio cable, Mini-USB power cable, Turtle Beach sticker and quick start guide. I have configured everything to work with Xbox one x less than 10 mins with quick guide.
I have downloaded the companion app from iOS store. I have paired up with iPhone XS Max. In the app, there are many special functions to use and ability to control the mix for games and audio chat. It will allow to create profiles to control from the phone. It is very convenient option. This headset is very lightweight with excellent padding for the earpieces either to listen music or play games for a long time. I have used this headset for more than 3 hours continuously for gaming as well as listening music and it is very comfortable for whole time.
The sound quality is outstanding as well for games, music and chat. I am using this headset for watching movies from Netflix and amazon prime. I am thrilled with sound quality produced from this headset.
Elite Pro 2 gaming headset connected to Elite SuperAmp, a Bluetooth-enabled, app-controlled, audio-enhancing, amplified Windows Sonic surround sound-supporting gaming controller, offers a competitive advantage to dominate your games. It has sleek metal headband with a suspended pad and swappable memory foam ear cushions ensure unmatched comfort. Turtle Beach's unique ProSpecs™ comfort-driven design removes pressure on your glasses while you play.
Aerofit™ ear cushion's material technologies combine to keep your ears comfortable and cool while also blocking out external noise and improving bass response. Large, powerful 50mm over-the-ear Nanoclear™ speakers deliver Turtle Beach's signature e-sports audio tuning. The TruSpeak™ technology ensures your voice is always heard loud and clear with Turtle Beach's professional-quality microphone
Connect to the Turtle Beach Audio Hub app from your mobile device to unleash the full power of Elite SuperAmp™, and additionally stream music or take calls while gaming. It will allow to customize the way your game sounds with four audio presets, including Bass Boost. Dynamic Chat Boost™ automatically boosts incoming chat volume over game audio so you hear your teammates clearly
The Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 is a great choice for Xbox one. I can highly recommend this headset due to design, features and sound quality.
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Hear more detail with large 50 mm PRO-G drivers, made of woven hybrid mesh designed to reduce distortion. LIGHTSYNC RGB lighting is fully customizable and reacts to in-game action on supported games. For maximum immersion, DTS Headphone:X 2.0 surround sound creates precise in-game positional awareness. Hear enemies sneaking up behind you, sense air attacks or special-ability cues, and enjoy the full cinematic experience of your favorite games. Additional gaming features include a large 6 mm flip-to-mute mic, programmable G-Keys on the headset, and the ability to tune EQ settings and more with Logitech G HUB software.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent 7.1 Surround Sound Gaming Headset!
on March 19, 2019
Posted by: Selva
from Chander AZ
Logitech G935 Wireless 7.1 Surround Sound Gaming Headset PC with LIGHTSYNC RGB Lighting is an excellent option for PC, Mac, Microsoft Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 gaming consoles. It is slightly bigger size than expected. I have configured this headset using USB dongle wirelessly. Please note that you cannot use Bluetooth option to connect with devices. It connected with all devices wirelessly without any issues. For XBOX one X, i was able to connect with included audio cable.
Sound quality is amazing as you expect from 7.1 gaming headsets. I am amazed with the Dolby Surround Sound and it works really great in many games. In PC, colors and G keys can be configured using Logitech G Hub Software. It can be customized 16.8 million colors to match team colors, environment or sync with other Logitech G gear. Lightsync automatically react to in-game actions, audio or screen color to pump up the intensity of the games.
This is one of the most advanced head set with 12 hours of battery power per charge and clean setup without wires getting in the way. It has 50mm Pro-G drivers and woven hybrid mesh design deliver an incredible sonic experience with more depth and detail without distortion. The 6mm microphone works perfectly. It flips up to mute and features a red indicator light to highlight it is muted. The large ear cups works great and it fit really well on ears.
I have used this headset for PC games, Xbox One X and it delivered outstanding sound quality.
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Get fast, interruption-free Wi-Fi capabilities with this ASUS dual-band router. Speeds of up to 6000 Mbps mean less waiting for games and videos to load, and the Trend Micro security technology shields your devices from potential breaches. This ASUS dual-band router is compatible with Amazon Alexa, making it easy to integrate your network connection into your smart home setup.
Customer Rating
5
Outstanding & Future Proof AX Wi-Fi 6 Router!
on February 20, 2019
Posted by: Selva
from Chander AZ
The ASUS AX6000 is next generation dual-band, MU-MIMO router capable of delivering throughput of 4804 Mbps on the 5.0GHz band. It has one gigabit WAN port and a eight-port Gigabit Ethernet switches onboard. It has two USB 3.1 generation one ports for sharing storage over the network.
It comes with unique design ensures that any wireless device can receive a strong signal and software contains several features that make it especially best for gaming. Setup is really quick and simple. It delivers amazing speeds and video streaming and gaming are lightning fast with zero lag. All devices connected without any issues and ping was much faster than previous router setup (32ms to 6ms). The box contains the router along with its four antennas, an Ethernet cable, a quick start guide and a power adapter. The design of the router is really good.
I have done speed test and compare the results with my previous mesh router. I got 260 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload with a ping of 33 ms. With ASUS AX6000, i got 305 Mbps and 30 Mbps with best ping of 5 ms. The wireless range is amazing and it is exceeded my expectation. I was able to get good connection and Wi-Fi speed throughout the house.
The phone app is really good and tons of features can be done using phone app instead of using computer browser page. Parent controls are really good and QOS is one of the best.
Wireless-AX technology delivers faster performance and speed with AX Wi-Fi (up to 4804 Mbps on the 5.0GHz band) and this router is ideal for smart home devices and large homes. It provides up to 6000 Mbps data transfer rates which offers fast, efficient operation. With Orthogonal frequency-division multiple access it is boosting speed, reliability, and range for both implicit and explicit 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz Wi-Fi devices for faster, stronger, and more reliable Wi-Fi connection.
i have configured Adaptive QoS to enable prioritization of gaming packages for smoother online gaming and minimizes gaming ping. This router is capable of revolutionary combination of OFDMA and MU-MIMO technologies for simultaneous streaming of data to multiple devices.
With the powerful 1.8Ghz Quad-Core processer, it provides smooth streaming and better video streaming, lag-free gaming, surfing. With Two USB 3.1 gen 1 ports, it offers faster streaming, backup, and easy access to your stored media. This router has Eight Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports which allows me to connect devices with wired option and no need of extra switches.
There are lot of great features like SPI firewall, VPN pass-through, and MAC or IP address filtering for advanced security ensures that your personal information stays private. AiProtection Pro network security protects your devices and personal data from Internet threats. It also offers advanced parental controls, including the ability to block specific websites and mobile app types.
I like the Parental control features in this router and it lets you automatically block specific content on connected devices. There are lot of options to protect Wi-Fi with WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK, WPA-Enterprise, and WPA2-Enterprise encryption to keep your information secure.
ASUS always make best routers in the market and AX6000 is no exception to this. Overall, the router performs exceptionally well.
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Monitor your rest patterns with this iFit Sleep HR tracker. It captures light, deep and REM stages for accurate quality analysis, and the heart and respiratory rate readouts provide added health information. The smart alarm of this iFit Sleep HR tracker offers customizable settings to suit your habits, and Bluetooth connectivity lets you access data via mobile devices.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent Sleep HR activity tracker with more data
on February 2, 2019
Posted by: Selva
from Chander AZ
Setup is very easy for iFit - Sleep HR Activity Tracker. It came with iFit - Sleep HR activity tracker, USB cable and charger along with manuals. I have downloaded iFit Sleep App in my iPhone and it identified the senor automatically using Bluetooth. I have placed the activity tracker under the mattress and ran the cables very carefully under the bed.
I have opened the app on my iPhone before going to bed and it recognized within few mins and was showing the status as "In Bed". I was using the phone for few mins in bed and next day morning checked the results. I was amazed with the level of data provided in the summary. It captured heart rate, body muscle activity and breathing. It also provided sleep score for the day.
It shows the data either in text or graph view and accessible from a calendar view as well. This activity tracked provided lot of valuable data like Average Heart Rate, Average Respiratory Rate, Awake Time, Light Sleep, Deep Sleep, REM Sleep, Sleep Time, Times Work Up, Time to Fall Asleep, Exits out of bed, Sleep Efficiency and Time in bed.
FreshWake™ smart alarm is another great feature where you can set the time frame when you'd like to rise, and the sleep sensor will wake you during the lightest part of your sleep cycle. The built-in smart alarm has two settings to choose from. iFit - Sleep HR Activity Tracker is an excellent option to monitor the sleep activity and highly recommend to everyone.
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Take this pocket-sized DarioHealth LC WK kit on the go easily. Made to automatically record blood glucose measurements, this kit makes it simple to track important metrics for diabetes, such as carb counting, medication intake and physical activity. This DarioHealth LC WK kit only requires a tiny drop of blood and offers accurate, speedy measurements.
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5
Excellent Digital Glucose Meter for iPhones
on January 11, 2019
Posted by: Selva
from Chander AZ
Dario Blood Glucose Meter kit came with Glucose Meter with Built-in lancing device, 100 sterile Lancets, 100 Blood Glucose Test strips along with Quick guide and user guide. After reading quick side and user guide, i was able to configure my profile in iPhone app. It is very small size smart glucose monitor. I was able to measure the blood glucose very easily and it display the results less than 6 secs. The results are very accurate after a week of usage. The amount of blood drawn is very less as well. All the readings are captured in the profile which can be seen at any time. I love the fact that it does not require any batteries and all power coming from the phone.
The Dario system is simple to use and has a compact design which changes the landscape of what a typical blood glucose meter looks like. The Dario’s all-in-one device along with free application lets you test blood glucose levels in seconds, quickly and accurately, directly on your smartphone.
The Dario system is simple to use and has a compact design which changes the landscape of what a typical blood glucose meter looks like. The Dario’s all-in-one device along with free application lets you test blood glucose levels in seconds, quickly and accurately, directly on your smartphone.
It connects directly with lightning port and there is no extra cable is needed. The results are rapid speed and very accurate as well. It has a feature to trigger emergency hypo alerts with GPS location. Hypo alert is an excellent feature. Once enabled on your smartphone, this feature will send a text message to up to four people with not only your blood glucose level, but also with a link to where you are (using google maps). Another great digital feature is the automatic record of your entire diabetes history. You will never have to download your meter again. You can simply send your logbook, time-line and charts as well as statistics via email in excel or PDF format directly from the application to your healthcare team.
Dario includes a database with activities ranging from walking, biking, and golfing, to skiing and running. It also has features which allow you to easily tag your meals and moods, whether you are tired, stressed, or traveling, just to name a few. It is super feature as both physical activity and your stress levels and emotions affect your blood sugar levels. Dario automatically keeps a record of your entire diabetes history. It is easy to monitor your progress by easily accessing your logbook, timeline and charts at the tap of a button. You will never have to download your meter again.
It will work most of the iPhone models from iPhone 4S, 5, 5S, SE, 6, 6 Plus, 6 S, 6 S Plus 7 8 X all versions. I highly recommend Dario Blood Glucose meter to anyone to keep track of glucose readings digitally.
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The NETGEAR Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Router, with breakthrough Tri-Band WiFi 5 delivers multiple bands for homes with many WiFi devices. WiFi speed up to 3.2Gbps and 6 high performance antennas provide maximum speed and range. Smart Connect allows you to game, stream, and download mega-sized files without lags.
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2 out of 5
2 out of 5Not worth for the price
By Jacobs
from CA
I bought this router to replace my perfectly working Asus RT-66R model. I wanted to change my router just to get bit more range in my new 2200sqft home. Prior to getting this router I have tried one of the best range extender Ampedwireless AE-20. It’s range was excellent, but connection was very much degraded and struggled to get connected at times though it was set up to clone settings from original router.
So, after reading few positive reviews on BBY and mixed reviews on amazon, I decided to give new Nighthawk R8000 a try. I am happy with its slightly improved range than Asus and very much disappointed with its 2.4Ghz performance. I have more than 15 years of network experience and I really don’t bother tech support unless until it is really out of my hand and hardware specific.
Here I am trying to do a fair comparison with two routers I have (Asus & Netgear) + sign means “better” and – signs means “poor”
Wired Connection:
+ RT-66R has excellent wired connection which works at par with Motorola SB6141’s consistency
+ RT-66R has excellent wired connection which works at par with Motorola SB6141’s consistency
- R8000 has fair wired connection with slight consistency issues.
Wireless 5.0 Ghz:
+ RT-66R has excellent consistent connection
+ R8000 has excellent consistent connection as well at full speed by ISP
+ RT-66R has excellent consistent connection
+ R8000 has excellent consistent connection as well at full speed by ISP
Wireless 5.0 Ghz Second Connection:
- RT-66R Not applicable (does not come with this feature)
+ R8000 excellent connection with full speed by ISP’s
- RT-66R Not applicable (does not come with this feature)
+ R8000 excellent connection with full speed by ISP’s
Wireless 2.4 Ghz:
+RT-66R has excellent connection with 80~Mbps out of my actual 120~Mbps ISP feed at channel 6 with 450 Mbps capability.
+RT-66R has excellent connection with 80~Mbps out of my actual 120~Mbps ISP feed at channel 6 with 450 Mbps capability.
- R8000 is a complete failure in terms of 2.4Gh network
I have tried all available channels and found it degrade my 120~Mbps connection 1-14 ~ Mbps
I have tried all available channels and found it degrade my 120~Mbps connection 1-14 ~ Mbps
At this point I called customer service and it sounded like they kind of aware of the issue. With minimal trouble shooting and changing the channels to their recommended channels (01, 06, 09 & 11), there was no improvement. So they asked me to degrade from 600Mpbs to 289Mbps and it started working.
So technically now their claim of 3200Mbps became 2911Mbps.
Access Control:
+ RT-66R has fairly good access control capabilities. You can schedule what time of the day each device can access the internet. This feature is important for me as I found it is very useful with kids on top of parental control settings.
+ RT-66R has fairly good access control capabilities. You can schedule what time of the day each device can access the internet. This feature is important for me as I found it is very useful with kids on top of parental control settings.
- R8000 access control only let you allow or deny connecting a particular device. You cannot decide what time it should be able to connect. – Major drawback for me.
Parental Control:
- RT-66R has poor parental control settings, but with an option to point DNS to OpenDNS we can achieve better parental control settings with their FREE offerings.
+R8000 – also use OpenDNS but with dedicated service assigned to netgear so that you can add bypass account also which can’t be done with OpenDNS free account. This is the only additional benefit I found with this router so far compared to RT-66R.
VPN:
+ RT-66R is also able to use OpenVPN with mobile access with their free App. I was abe to access local network using iOS and Android devices with no issues.
+ RT-66R is also able to use OpenVPN with mobile access with their free App. I was abe to access local network using iOS and Android devices with no issues.
-R8000 – did not bother to check as soon as I read that it does not support mobile devices using same OpenVPN platform.
LED Control:
- RT-66R – Not applicable (missing feature)
- RT-66R – Not applicable (missing feature)
+R8000 – very useful feature if you have your router in bedroom or other place you don’t like lot of flashing lights. Can be accessed via web GUI and with a dedicated hard button at the rear of the router.
USB Storage and Cloud access:
+RT-66R allow you to create a personal cloud with your router with AiCloud application. I am able to enjoy my music and movies over AiCloud on the move.
+RT-66R allow you to create a personal cloud with your router with AiCloud application. I am able to enjoy my music and movies over AiCloud on the move.
- R8000 – could not find any documentation about cloud access. Only information I found is about ReadyCloud and it is dedicated to Netgear NAS only. Another major setback for an expensive router.
Web GUI:
Though Netgear has a simple interface and easy to follow GUI, it lack modern look and feeling. I like Asus GUI better.
Though Netgear has a simple interface and easy to follow GUI, it lack modern look and feeling. I like Asus GUI better.
Customer service:
+ Asus- Never had to call them. No subscription fee, 24/7 free support (as far as you are within product warranty).
+ Asus- Never had to call them. No subscription fee, 24/7 free support (as far as you are within product warranty).
- Netgear – Though I received prompt customer service when I called, it was shocking to learn that the phone support is only available for 90 days of purchase, then you have to pay PREMIUM subscription to get phone support.
CONCLUSION:
I have thoroughly tested all important feature that I need. Rest of the features are generic to me and I am not bothered much about them.
I am sure this router with Dual 5.0Ghz network will be very useful for those who have new wireless devices. For me I have a lot of devices that depends on 2.4Ghz frequency such as smoke detectors, thermostat, laptop that connects to NAS for backup etc. and degraded and unreliable 2.4Ghz network make it absolutely worthless considering the amount I spent on this router.
I am seriously thinking to take this back to the store. I don’t see any point in spending almost double amount of money to get a couple of benefits and a lot of drawbacks and pay for a premium to get their phone support if needed to an overpriced product.
I would not recommend this router at its current price and it is unable to meet its original claims and comes with a premium phone support after 90 days.
Selva
Chander AZ
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September 1, 2014
Hi Jacobs,
Please reach out to Netgear Support. I had similar issue in my home (2800 square feet) during the setup and Support asked me to change settings in Router page and now i am getting superior coverage in 2.4 and 5 Ghz for all 17 connected devices.
Regards
Selva
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Work, play and communicate with this Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 featuring a 2.15 GHz + 1.6 GHz quad core processor. This versatile tablet has an ultra-clear Super AMOLED display, so you can watch HD movies on the go. Capture and share your world with the 13MP camera in this Samsung Galaxy Tab S3’s, which features an integrated flash for great results in low light.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Outstanding 2-in-One Tablet from Samsung
By Selva
from Chander AZ
There are not much Android tablets with premium specs in the market compare to Apple iPad, but Samsung is not ready to give up the fight with the release of high-end Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 with significantly updated specs, HDR screen and improved S Pen support. It is equally positioned with iPad Pro.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 screen has a 9.7-inch 1536 x 2048 Super AMOLED display with support of HDR content and it matches the iPad Pro 9.7 in size and resolution. Samsung Tab S3's screen size and resolution have not changed with pixel density of 264 pixels per inch. It has Super AMOLED display, for brighter, richer colors. The main upgrade over the Tab S2 is HDR content support. There is not a huge amount of HDR content yet, but once there is this it will be really helpful with Samsung Galaxy Tab S3. Another big change for this model is that there's no 8.0-inch option, Tab S3 only coming in a 9.7-inch size.
Tab S3 has metal and glass build with similar size to Tab S2. Samsung upgraded the design for the Galaxy Tab S3, replacing the soft plastic back of the Tab S2 with a glass one, but retaining the metal frame. The overall appearance like an oversized Samsung Galaxy S7.
While cameras are never the highlight of a tablet, Samsung Tab S3 came with 13MP back side camera and 5MP front facing camera with LED flash. It does include an autofocus and can record 4K video at 30fps.Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 came with 6,000mAh one and it can last up to 12 hours of video playback. I have used more than 10 hours without any issues. It supports fast charging via USB Type-C, so you shouldn't be waiting too long.
Tab S3 runs the latest major version of Android 7.0 overlaid with Samsung's own interface. It came with quad-core Snapdragon 820 chipset and 4GB of RAM. The Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 only comes in one size - 32GB, but it also has a microSD card slot with support for cards of up to 256GB if you need more storage for apps and games.
Beyond the core specifications, Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 is packed full of features, including support for Samsung's S Pen stylus. This is the latest and greatest version of the stylus, with a smaller 0.7mm tip and increased pressure sensitivity. It also works with S Pen features like Screen Off Memo, which lets you take down notes without turning the screen on or launching an app. The Tab S3 also supports keyboards using a pogo connection, so all that along with the screen specification make this remarkably similar to the iPad Pro 9.7.
It has 4 stereo speakers tuned by AKG promises distortion free sounds. It came with fingerprint scanner and it supports Samsung Flow, which can sync notifications between your tablet and Galaxy handset.
I have listed the key specifications below
• 9.7-inch 1536 x 2048 Super AMOLED display
• Supports HDR content
• Matches the iPad Pro 9.7 in size and resolution
• A metal and glass build
• Similar size to Tab S2 but thicker and heavier
• 13MP rear camera with autofocus
• 5MP front-facing camera with LED flash
• 6,000mAh battery with fast charging
• Supposedly lasts through 12 hours of video on one charge
• Snapdragon 820 chipset and 4GB of RAM
• Android 7.0 out of the box
• Just 32GB of storage, but microSD support of 256GB
• Supports S Pen stylus and keyboards
• Four stereo speakers tuned by AKG
• Fingerprint scanner
• Supports HDR content
• Matches the iPad Pro 9.7 in size and resolution
• A metal and glass build
• Similar size to Tab S2 but thicker and heavier
• 13MP rear camera with autofocus
• 5MP front-facing camera with LED flash
• 6,000mAh battery with fast charging
• Supposedly lasts through 12 hours of video on one charge
• Snapdragon 820 chipset and 4GB of RAM
• Android 7.0 out of the box
• Just 32GB of storage, but microSD support of 256GB
• Supports S Pen stylus and keyboards
• Four stereo speakers tuned by AKG
• Fingerprint scanner
It is one of the best android tablet with premium features and equally matching iPad Pro. It worked really well with Samsung Book Cover Keyboard for accurate and comfort typing.
Selva
Chander AZ
April 18, 2017
Hi Malack,
Apps can be downloaded from Google Play or Samsung Store. If you are looking for side loading apps from 3rd party, you can do that as well. It is similar like S2 with upgraded features.
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Selva
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