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Designed to meet the needs of small offices, the MAXIFY GX6021 delivers high-quality, low-cost printing, and outstanding wireless connectivity. Get serious print productivity with a high page yield of up to 6,000 Black / 14,000 Color pages per full ink bottle set7 and a combined 350 sheet plain paper capacity. Save up to 80% on the cost of ink compared to high-yield laser cartridges with a low cost per print of less than 2 cents per page.7 Each printer comes with a full set of ink, plus 2 bonus black ink bottles, and a 3-year or 80,000 pages* limited warranty so you can print with confidence. The MAXIFY GX6021 is easy to setup and maintain and delivers superior versatility thanks to an auto document feeder for scanning and copying — plus, print on a variety of media types and sizes, including labels, envelopes, and banners. Produce crisp, colorful documents quickly and cost-effectively thanks to fast print speeds and a 4-color pigment-based ink system. Easily connect and print through high-speed USB, Ethernet, or wirelessly5 from computers or mobile devices.
Customer Rating
5
Superior All-In-One Inkjet Printer!
on June 29, 2022
Posted by: Selva
The Canon - MAXIFY MegaTank GX6021 Wireless All-In-One Inkjet Printer is very compact and packed with powerful features for print, scan, and copy. It came with HP MAXIFY GX6020 Wireless MegaTank Small Office All-In-One Printer, a Set of Ink Bottles (GI-26: BK, C, M, Y), Documentation, and a Power Cord. This high-quality ink tank printer includes up to 3-Year or 80,000 Page Limited Warranty with InstantExchange Program.
Setup is very easy by following the steps on LCD. I have followed the instructions to configure the printer to print over the wireless. After the software installation and configuring the printer, I was able to see this printer on a home network to print from any device. It is very convenient to print from other devices and my kids are using this printer every day for their summer project work and printing from their laptops as well as from their phones. This printer has built-in dual-band WiFi. It can print up to 6,000 Black/ 14,000 color pages with just a single set of inks and prints up to 24.0 ISO ipm in black, up to 15.5 ISO ipm in color. It can handle large volumes quickly at a low cost per page. It has featured Apple Airprint enabled print from iPad and iPhone.
The Auto Document Feeder (ADF) can copy multi-page documents with ease with the 50-Sheet. It is easy to print from USB flash drive. The resolution of printing is superior quality and it can print up to 1200 x 600 dpi (dots per inch) color resolution. The paper tray can hold up to 350 sheets of plain paper and a 250-Sheet bottom cassette and a 100-Sheet rear tray. It is compatible with AirPrint, Mopria Print Service4, Canon PRINT app2, Easy-PhotoPrint Editor App19, Canon Print Service20 (Android), PIXMA Cloud Link2 and Creative Park App21.
The design is very good with stylus looking. I have been using Inkjet printers and cheap laser printers before and Canon - MAXIFY MegaTank GX6021 Wireless All-In-One Inkjet Printer is a huge upgrade. I am using this every day to copy, print, and scan for my personal and office work. It is one of the best printers in the market with excellent configuration. I highly recommend this printer for home and office use.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Dream Team of Clean. With Imprint Link Technology, the Roomba i3+ EVO robot vacuum and Braava jet m6 robot mop team up to vacuum then mop automatically in perfect sequence, giving your floors a comprehensive clean with just a command to your voice assistant or in the app. With breakthrough Imprint Technology, we’re building a world where robots intelligently communicate with each other and the rest of your connected home.
Customer Rating
5
Amazing Robot Vacuum and Robot Mop!
on June 21, 2022
Posted by: Selva
We have upgraded our floors from carpet to engineered hardwood recently. We were looking for Robot vacuum with Robot mop combo and got iRobot Roomba i3+ EVO (3550) Wi-Fi Connected Self Emptying Robot Vacuum - Neutral and Braava jet m6 Wi-Fi Connected Robot Mop. This is our first Robot vacuum and Robot mop. Setup is relatively easy. I have downloaded the iRobot app from iOS store and connected with Roomba in few mins. I charged Roomba fully before the first use. From the app, I have used Smart Map option and Roomba took almost 1 hour (with 2 charges) to map out the entire floor with living room, kitchen, hallway, dining room and one guest bedroom. Please note that only one map can be stored at a time. If a house has two floors and only one floor smart map can be stored. After creating smart map, I have started the Roomba with vacuum everywhere option and it took almost 1 hour to complete the cleaning and returned to the base to empty the bin as well as for charging.
With Smart map, there are option to label the floor with names like Kitchen, Living Room, Dinning etc. and it will allow the vacuum only those rooms if needed. There is option to add favorite rooms and with one click Roomba will start cleaning the floor immediately. I was impressed with Roomba I3+ and it has better suction and navigate with specific direction instead of going to random places. It is very quiet during operation and very loud while emptying the bin. It charges very fast on the dock and schedule can be created in the app to perform cleaning regularly. We had rug in living room and Roomba cleaned those areas without any issues. The Roomba i3+ EVO robot vacuum takes care of stubborn dirt and messes with a Premium 3-Stage Cleaning System and 10x the Power-Lifting Suction. The enclosed bag that captures 99% of particles as small as .7 microns and holds up to 60 days of cleanings. The Integrated sensors tell the robot where it can and can’t fit, so it doesn’t get stuck under furniture. Roomba can be integrated with Google Assistant and Alexa.
The Braava jet® m6 robot mop is excellent combo with Roomba I3+ to clean hardwood, tile & stone with wet and dry options. It came with 2 Single Use Dry Sweeping Pad, 2 Single Use Wet Mopping Pad, 4oz Cleaning Solution Sample Bottle, Braava jet m6 Robot Mop, Charging Dock, Dock Tray, and North American Line Cord. We have used M6 robot mop with bona and it cleaned the floor perfectly. With Imprint® Link Technology, the Braava jet® m6 robot mop & I3+ robot vacuum team up to vacuum then mop automatically in perfect sequence, giving the floors a comprehensive clean. The robot intelligently knows which mode to use based on pad type. Plus, iRobot new pad technology developed for the m6 uses electrostatic force to sweep & wicking fibers to mop.
The iRobot companion app is very easy to use, provides the history, allows to schedule cleanings, see a map of the cleaned space, assists with routine maintenance (ordering pads and reporting on issues) and can play a sound to locate m6 or I3+ Roomba if it gets lost. We were impressed with iRobot Roomba I3+ and Braava Jet M6 Robot mop results and floors are cleaner than ever and highly recommend this combo for hardwood, tile, and stone floors.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Samsung T7 Shield 2TB, Portable SSD, up to 1050 MB/S, USB 3.2 Gen2, Rugged, IP65 Water & Dust resistance for Photographers, Content Creators, and Gaming, External Solid State Drive, Black.
Customer Rating
5
Compact SSD and Outstanding Read / Write Speeds!
on June 1, 2022
Posted by: Selva
I have been using Samsung SSD in laptops and gaming desktops and got Samsung - T7 Shield 2TB for transferring photos / videos between systems. It came with Samsung - T7 Shield 2TB, USB-C to USB-C cable and USB-C to USB-A cables. Setup is very easy. My windows 11 laptop recognized the drive immediately. I have installed Samsung Portable SSD software which will allow to name the drive as well as to configure with password for added security while accessing the files.
I have tested the drive performance with Crsytal Disk Mark and impressed with read and write speeds. With USB 3.2 Gen2 and and PCIe® NVMe™, the sequential read / write speeds reached up to 1050/1000 as advertised. I have transferred large files from PC to T7 and all files transferred much faster than other SSD drives. The high-tech rubber exterior with dynamic thermal guard controls the heat to main steady performance for larger video editing projects. T7 Shield is IP65 rated, and data is protected again water and dust. The rugged design and advanced outer elastomer provide additional durability to endure a 9.8-foot drop.
I have tested this drive windows PC, MacBook Pro and Android Phone. It is compatible with all platforms including gaming consoles. It comes various colors with blue, beige, or black and the stylish rubberized grip prevents slipping from hand. It has 3 years manufacturer warranty. I was impressed with design, sequential read / write speeds, and large storage. I have been using this drive to edit large video files / photos and it is working flawlessly without any issues. Samsung make quality SSDs and Samsung T7 shield is another outstanding product from Samsung.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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JVC's True Wireless Earbuds offer a simple and comfortable design. Open type True Wireless design allows users to hear surrounding noise for safety. Easy operation with auto on/off connect. Stable Wireless connection allows users up to 22 hours of use with the built-in battery and charging case. High-quality sound reproduction with neodymium magnet using an 11mm driver. Easy operation touch controls for music and phone calls. Waterproof rated IPX4, resistant to sweat and rain. Single ear use with either left/right, or both. Quick 15 minute charge for 90 minutes of playback. Integrated microphone for teleworking and hands-free calling. Voice assistant compatible.
Customer Rating
5
Cost Effective, Quality Earbuds!
on May 21, 2022
Posted by: Selva
I was looking for cost-effective earbuds and got JVC True Wireless Earbuds (HA-A3T). The package came with a pair of earbuds, a charging case, and a USB cable. Setup is easy and configured with my iPhone 13 pro max via Bluetooth. I have tested the call quality and sound quality by playing music from YouTube. The music quality is great and call quality is excellent from these wireless earbuds. It fits perfectly on the ears.
Battery life is good, and it provides 22 hours of battery life with a charging case. With quick charging capability, 90 mins of playtime can be achieved by charging for 15 minutes. With 11mm dynamic drivers, it provides a high-quality listening experience for music and calls. I was wearing these earbuds for office calls and to listen to music for a long period of time. There is absolutely no issue wearing this for a long period of time. It is IPX4 waterproof rated and resistant to sweat and rain. Earbuds can be used as a single side as well and voice assistant functions can be done on the earphone itself. It is definitely cost-effective earbuds from JVC.
Battery life is good, and it provides 22 hours of battery life with a charging case. With quick charging capability, 90 mins of playtime can be achieved by charging for 15 minutes. With 11mm dynamic drivers, it provides a high-quality listening experience for music and calls. I was wearing these earbuds for office calls and to listen to music for a long period of time. There is absolutely no issue wearing this for a long period of time. It is IPX4 waterproof rated and resistant to sweat and rain. Earbuds can be used as a single side as well and voice assistant functions can be done on the earphone itself. It is definitely cost-effective earbuds from JVC.
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Perfection Redefined. The only choice when you demand the ultimate listening experience, Sennheiser’s MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 transforms every listen with our most premium sound audio and our most advanced Adaptive Noise Cancellation (ANC). Delivering high-fidelity sound thanks to Sennheiser’s TrueResponse transducer system and aptX Adaptive, the MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 also features Adaptive Noise Cancellation (ANC) that automatically adjusts to one’s environment for an immersive listening experience without distractions. Transparency Mode lets you hear your surroundings at a touch, while the personalized sound feature and Built-in EQ let you experience audio on your terms. For natural communication, the MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 features an advanced six-microphone system for noise free voice pick-up. The latest generation of Sennheiser’s true wireless earbuds takes ease-of-use to the next level with wireless charging and customizable touch controls. IPX4 splash resistance and improved ergonomic design ensure outstanding versatility and all-day wearing comfort.
Customer Rating
5
Outstanding In-Ear Headphones! Great Sound!
on May 18, 2022
Posted by: Selva
I was looking for high-end in-ear headphones and got Sennheiser - Momentum 3 True Wireless Noise Cancelling In-Ear Headphones. The package came with a Charging case & USB-C cable, a Pair of earbuds, a Quick guide & safety guide, Ear adapter sets (XS/S/M/L), and Ear fin sets (S/M/L). Setup is easy and configured with my iPhone 13 pro max via Bluetooth using the SmartControl app. There was a new firmware available, and it took 30 mins to update the firmware. I have tested the call quality and sound quality by playing music from Spotify. The music quality is outstanding and call quality is excellent from these wireless earbuds. It fits perfectly on ears and adjustments can be made to fit anyone's ear size with provided Ear Adapter sets and Ear Fin sets.
Battery life is good with 7 hours of playtime per charge. With a wireless charging case, it provides 28 hours of battery life. With quick charging capability, one hour of playtime can be achieved by charging for ten minutes. The wireless charging case support Qi Wireless charging and USB-C charging. With three microphones in each earbud, the call quality is outstanding. With 7mm dynamic drivers, it provides high-quality listening for music and calls. I was wearing these earbuds for office calls and to listen to music for a long period of time. There is absolutely no issue wearing this for a long period of time. It comes with 2-year manufacturer warranty.
It has an adaptive noise cancellation feature that monitors noise levels in the surroundings to optimize noise cancellation performance. Transparency mode allows hearing surrounding sounds at a touch for greater situational awareness. It comes with a Built-in equalizer to tailor the sound experience with audio presets and an intuitive equalizer. Earbuds can be used individually, and touch controls can be configured using the SmartControl app. I was impressed with the crystal clear sound quality while listening to music and calls. The sound quality is way better than other high-end in-ear headphones. It is a quality wireless earbud from Sennheiser and is highly recommended for listening to music and making calls.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Everything you need to start whitening hassle-free. The LED mouthpiece enhances our serum for lasting results, while also providing dual-light therapy settings (blue light for whitening and red for gum support) for an oral care routine from the future. We love confidence—and having a healthy, glowing smile is your one-way ticket there!
Customer Rating
4
Excellent Wireless Teeth Whitening System!
on May 7, 2022
Posted by: Selva
from Chandler,AZ
I have been looking for do it yourself Teeth whitening system instead of visiting dentist and got Snow Wireless Teeth Whitening System. Inside the box, it came with One Wireless LED Accelerating Mouthpiece, Two Whitening Wands, One Extra Strength Whitening Serum, USB-A to USB-C cable and Quick start guide. Packaging is excellent and impressed with stylish look. Instructions given in the quick start guide was very limited.
For first time use, I have followed the instructions provided in the quick guide. First, I brushed the teeth and applied lip balm and then applied whitening serum on each tooth by twisting bottom of the whitening wand. I have powered on the LED mouthpiece and inserted into the month for 30 mins. After 30 mins, rinsed the mouth, mouthpiece with water.
The results were great after first use. There are 3 type of LEDs Blue light, Red, Combination of Blue and Red. Blue LED is for Whitening, Red LED is for Gum Health and Blue and Red combo for Whitening / Gum Health. It is easy to charge with provided charging dock and kit has whitening serum for up to 75 treatments. There is no option to refill the serum after 75 treatments and need to buy new whitening bands.
The power button is very sensitive during usage, and I ended up changing the mode during the treatment. The position of power button could have been better along with option to show LED mode would be nice addition in future design.
I have used daily for a week about 15 mins and the results were exceeded my expectation and teeth are super white now. Other than sensitive button and limited quick start guide, it is worth a buy to keep the teeth white with DIY method at home.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
4
Performance
4
Durability
3
Value
3
Ease of Use
3
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Desk life getting you down? Lift yourself up with Lift Vertical Ergonomic Mouse – a comfy and intuitive wireless mouse with quiet clicks crafted specially for small-to-medium hands. Available in right and left. Lift’s unique 57-degree angle elevates your wrist to give a feeling of relief — and sends a wave of comfort through the forearm and upper body. Scrolling feels second nature with SmartWheel, which easily shifts from precision to speed-scroll. Customize Lift ergo mouse using intuitive Logi Options+ Software.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent ergonomic mouse! Whisper-quite Clicks!
on May 4, 2022
Posted by: Selva
from Chandler, AZ
Logitech - Lift Vertical Wireless Ergonomic Mouse is a huge upgrade from a basic mouse. It came with Lift Left Vertical Ergonomic Mouse, Logi Bolt USB Receiver, 1 AA Battery and Quick Start Guide.
Setup is quick and easy. There are two ways to connect this mouse to PC. It can be connected via included Logitech Unifying receiver or using Bluetooth. I have plugged in Logitech unifying receiver into PC and connected without any issues.
I was impressed with small factor design compared to Logitech MX Vertical mouse and comfort of using this mouse. I am big fan Logitech MX series and Lift exceeded my expectation. It is perfect for continuous use and thanks to the excellent ergonomic design. The layout of the buttons is good and perfectly placed. The optics of the mouse is so accurate and very easy to navigate. It can be configured up to 3 devices and easy to switch with a tap of Easy Switch button. Smartwheel has two scrolling modes speed and precision. It is easy to customize the buttons.
There are lot of key features in this mouse. Lift’s unique 57-degree angle with a softly textured grip and snug thumb rest elevates the wrist to give a feeling of relief compared to regular mouse and more ergonomic posture for the hand, wrist, and forearm. The unique vertical angle reduces wrist pressure while the thumb rest keeps your thumb and hand in a very comfortable position. It is shaped very well for hands featuring easy-to-reach customizable buttons, whisper-quiet clicks, and a Smart Wheel for smooth, seamless scrolling. There is no option to charge the mouse like MX series. However, battery life with one AA can last up to 2 years. It comes with 1 year manufacturer warranty.
I am using this mouse for few days at home for office work. It is day and night difference compared to standard mouse and much better ergonomics compared to MX series. I highly recommend this mouse to everyone due to advanced ergonomic design and whisper quite clicks.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Design
5
Ease of Use
5
Quality
5
Value
5
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Designed by Charli & Dixie D'Amelio, turn your bedroom into a creator's studio. This medium feel memory foam mattress has everything you need to sketch, plot, create and record - with a supportive base layer and a motion isolation layer to make sure NO ONE disturbs your dreams. Plus, a unique pattern co-designed by Charli & Dixie. So get creative. Why? Just for fun-ZZZ's of course!!
Customer Rating
5
Outstanding Memory Foam Mattress with Modern Look!
on February 13, 2022
Posted by: Selva
from Chandler, AZ
I was looking for quality memory foam mattress as our old mattress started wearing out after 10 years use. We got Simmons Charli & Dixie 10" MD Memory Foam Multi-Colored Mattress. It came with in a box with tightly wrapped up plastic cover. Setup is easy and I have removed all plastic wrapper and put the bed on the box. Within 4 hours entire bed fully straightened out.
I was blown away with look and feel of this mattress and it is impressive design by Charli & Dixie. It has very modern look and it is very comfortable to sleep. We have been sleeping on this mattress for more than a week and it feels great without any body pain. This mattress is very soft and provides smooth feeling for comfortable sleep. It has 2 inches of soothing gel memory and provide excellent results while sleeping.
This mattress exceeded my expectations offering very modern look, built by quality materials and provides outstanding results. If you are looking for quality memory foam mattress, get this one without any hesitation.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Ur Future Obsession * The world’s most sophisticated smart mask, UFO combines highly effective skincare technologies with exclusive mask formulas for a professional-level skincare experience in seconds. Featuring enhanced Hyper-Infusion Technology, UFO integrates Thermo-Therapy and Cryo-Therapy to push mask essence deep below skin’s surface and lock in moisture while reducing the appearance of pores. Full-spectrum LED light therapy completely rejuvenates skin, unmasking a refined, radiant complexion.
Customer Rating
5
Smart Face Mask Treatment! Innovative Product!
on February 6, 2022
Posted by: Selva
from Chandler, AZ
I was looking for smart face mask treatment and got Foreo UFO. In the box, it came with Foreo UFO, USB charging cord, instruction manual and a sheet mask. Setup is relatively easy. I have downloaded the Foreo app from app store and added the device easily. In the app, Device info, How to Use, Device Care, Treatments, Sheet Mask, settings, and smart control sections are available. UFO device shaped like a small, flat circle and fits in the palm of the hand. The device itself is made from soft, 100 percent waterproof silicone, with a flat side that houses the sheet mask and attachment ring.
It has three separate modes Cryo-Therapy Mode which cools the skin to reduce puffiness and irritation, Thermo Therapy Mode which heats the mask within the device, making the active ingredients more readily available to penetrate the skin while giving a soothing, relaxing treatment, T-Sonic Pulsation Mode which delivers gentle sonic vibrations and helps the mask ingredients absorb into the skin. Each mode will display red, blue, and green LED light.
I have installed the sheet mask and instructions were very clear on “How to Use” section in the app. Each treatment using the UFO lasts about 90 seconds, making it a great tool to use it in short time. There are 14 types of sheet masks available to use for UFO device which can be purchased from Foreo website. The Make My Day and Call it a Night Masks have pre-set options and all other masks can be configured via app for specific treatments. For first time use, I have tried with “The Make My Day” mask and results were impressive. I have purchased more sheet masks from the website and have been using this every day.
It comes with 2-year warranty and single charge provides up to 40 times use. It is 100% waterproof. Overall, the Foreo UFO is an amazing piece of technology and producing excellent results with 90 seconds treatment.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Hover-1 - Highlander Foldable Electric Scooter w/9 mi Max Operating Range & 15 mph Max Speed - Black
It’s time to take your scooter game to a whole new level with the Highlander. This powerful eScooter is built to hit speeds up to 15 mph and cruise along for 9 miles worth of ride time in a single charge. Not to mention, the Highlander looks as great as it rides. Featuring an electronic and foot brake and a bright LED display & headlight, you can ride hard and bright at any time of day. Highlander comes equipped with two 6.5” pneumatic tires and a 250W brushless electric motor for a neat and comfortable ride with maximum stability.
Customer Rating
5
Outstanding Electric Scooter!
on January 25, 2022
Posted by: Selva
from Chandler
Age:35-44
Gender:Female
I was looking for electric scooter for my son as he walks 15 mins from parking lot to classroom and at least 10 mins walk between classes. We got Hover-1 - Highlander Foldable Electric Scooter w/9 mi Max Operating Range & 15 mph Max Speed for him to carry it the car and use it in college between classes. The box came with Hover-1 Highlander Foldable Electric Scooter, Ac Adapter and User Manual. Setup is relatively easy, and it came as preassembled and just need to attach the handlebars. I charged 100% before first use and it took around 1 hour. It will take 3 hours to do full charge from 0 to 100%.
Build quality is solid and the item weighed around 40lbs. It is built to hit speeds up to 15 mph and to cover 9 miles worth of ride time in a single charge. It has electronic and foot brake and a bright LED display & headlight as well. I was able to configure my son iPhone without any issues using Bluetooth and it will allow to listen music while riding the bike. This feature may not be needed for everyone as most of us will be using Air pods or any compatible headsets with phone during ride. There is no option to adjust volume while riding. It is equipped with two 6.5” pneumatic tires and a 250W brushless electric motor for a neat and comfortable ride with maximum stability.
The right handlebar has a switch to push down for the throttle while the left handlebar has a switch for break. There is an emergency manual break, and it can be used by pressing down on the back of the wheel cover. It is very easy to fold to ensure simple storage and transportation. My son is using this electric scooter every day and he really enjoying it. It saves lot of his time and able to reach classes in few mins instead of 15 mins walk. It is perfect gift for teens to use it in college instead of bicycle.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Design
5
Durability
5
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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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.
Overall
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
Contact Netgear Support
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
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.
Regards
Selva
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Simplify your everyday life with the Google Home, a voice-activated speaker powered by the Google Assistant. Use voice commands to enjoy music, get answers from Google and manage everyday tasks. Google Home is compatible with Android and iOS operating systems, and can control compatible smart devices such as Chromecast or Nest."
How can I order this so it arrives just in time for Christmas as it only has a 15 day return policy right?
You can order online and choose two day shipping or you can go to any store to pick up immediately.
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Orbi Whole Home WiFi System delivers up to 3.0Gbps high-performance WiFi. Sleek, modern design with high-gain internal antennas for up to 5,000 square feet of coverage. FastLane3 Technology creates a dedicated Tri-Band WiFi for seamless 4K streaming and gaming everywhere in your home. Keep a single WiFi name for uninterrupted connections as you move from room-to-room. Circle Smart Parental Controls runs on Orbi Routers for a smart way for families to manage content and time online, on any connected device. Provide internet access to guests without sharing your personal network password. Orbi is ready right out of the box and compatible with your ISP. Just use the Orbi app to get started with better WiFi, everywhere in minutes.
I currently have the Netgear NightHawk router. Will this be better than that, and should I get rid of that one?
Yes. It is much better than X6 or X8. I am getting 300+ mbps in all over the places in my house.
7 years, 7 months ago
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Selva
Orbi Whole Home WiFi System delivers up to 3.0Gbps high-performance WiFi. Sleek, modern design with high-gain internal antennas for up to 5,000 square feet of coverage. FastLane3 Technology creates a dedicated Tri-Band WiFi for seamless 4K streaming and gaming everywhere in your home. Keep a single WiFi name for uninterrupted connections as you move from room-to-room. Circle Smart Parental Controls runs on Orbi Routers for a smart way for families to manage content and time online, on any connected device. Provide internet access to guests without sharing your personal network password. Orbi is ready right out of the box and compatible with your ISP. Just use the Orbi app to get started with better WiFi, everywhere in minutes.
Can you use with comcast.
Yes. It will work with any ISPs. You just need to connect router with your modem and during setup it will identify the satellite as well.
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