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Safeguard your online identity with AVG Ultimate security software. It protects your computer from harmful viruses and spyware, and it offers automatic updates, so you'll always be protected from the newest threats. AVG Ultimate security software includes email shield technology and web protection that scans attachments and nearby Wi-Fi hotspots for safety.
 
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just your average security pkg...
on November 6, 2019
Posted by: wase4711
from Phoenix,Az
The install is a little weird; doesnt look like you get all the features as advertised until you do some updates; after that, it appears to work as advertised..
Not sure I needed this for my Imac, but we'll see how it affects performance...so far, so good
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Bring high-speed network access to any laptop with a USB port with the Platinum USB 3.0-to-Ethernet Adapter. With speeds up to 1 Gigabit, you can surf or stream with ease. The anodized aluminum housing ensures durability while providing a sophisticated appearance.
 
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so much faster than 10/100
on October 10, 2019
Posted by: wase4711
from phoenix,az
I've used these adapters before, and until this model came out, there weren't many gigabyte options out there; this one does the job, and is built nicely, comes in an attractive package, and if you need to bring gig speeds to a device without an ethernet port, this is the device to do it!
Wish it came with another cable, to allow you to connect it to a Fire TV device, but, aside from that, its just what you are looking for, to get gig speeds to devices with a USB port, but no ethernet!
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Charge a MacBook, Chromebook or laptop with a USB-C port with the Platinum 65W 8’ USB-C 3-Port Wall Charger with 47W USB-C Power Delivery for MacBook, iPad, iPhone, Chromebook or USB-C Laptops . Equipped with fast-charging Power Delivery, the charger provides 65 total watts, comes with an 8-foot USB-C cable and has two standard USB ports to charge smartphones, tablets and more.
 
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works perfectly!
on October 2, 2019
Posted by: wase4711
from phoenix,az
Its nice when a simple product like this works exactly the way it is supposed to; the power block is heavy duty and well made, and you get a super nice cable with it, probably the best cable I have ever seen included in a charging product, and the high power outlets charge my iPad and Mac book quickly.
This is the one to buy, if you are looking for a high power, fast charging block for your Mac products!
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Boost your confidence with this Upright Go 2 posture trainer. Integrated sensors detect when you're slouching to help train your body for better posture in under 14 days. Use the device by itself or sync with the Upright app on Android or iOS. With a portable design, 30-hour battery life and easy-touch adhesive to keep it safely in place, this Upright Go 2 posture trainer is ideal for all-day wear.
 
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interesting Device
on September 21, 2019
Posted by: wase4711
from phoenix,az
I wanted the UPRIGHT GO 2 to help me improve my posture, since I do a lot of sitting in front of computers. I once tried a yoga strap for that purpose, but it tends to slip out of positioning throughout the day, and looks funny if you wear it over your clothes. The GO is easy to put on, and is very inobtrusive under your clothes. I’ve only been using it for a few days, but I think it does help improve posture. I put the app on my android phone. It has a “training” mode and a “tracking” mode. The first step is to calibrate it to your correct posture. In training mode (which is a very short period of only 5 minutes in the beginning), you will get slight buzzes when you move out of correct posture. In tracking mode, you can see a little avatar on your phone screen, which shows your posture (but it does NOT buzz) in tracking mode. The app will show you how long you are “slouched” during your tracking period. If you’re up and around doing things around the house, of course, you may be “slouching” a lot as you move around. But if you’re working at your desk looking at a computer screen, you can check the app on your phone. Overall, I think this will help me improve, but I wish there were a way to turn on buzzing during tracking mode, as a reminder to keep good posture without having to look at my phone.
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The IQAir new edition HealthPro Plus is the best choice for asthma and allergy sufferers. IQAir HyperHEPA filtration is proven to trap the smallest, most harmful particles in the air, down to 0.003 microns – 100 times smaller than 0.3 microns. That includes viruses, pet dander, dust mites, air pollution, even cigarette smoke. IQAir nanofiber technology and innovative design stop particles 100x smaller than 0.3 microns. IQAir uses only safe, proven technology to clean the air. IQAir systems produce no unhealthy ozone, ions, UV or chemicals. IQAir tests every HealthPro Plus system at the factory to ensure its performance meets our strict specifications. We test total system efficiency – the actual air coming from the outlet. Results are detailed in a hand-signed Certificate of Performance that is shipped in the box with every HealthPro Plus system. V5-Cell filtration provides the best solution for gas & odor control. The V5-Cell combines 2 types of media: one adsorbs odors & gases, the other changes pollutants to oxidized form. The new edition HealthPro Plus delivers up to 25% more clean air, up to 38% longer filter life, and 32% less sound.
 
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Expensive, but worth it
on September 16, 2019
Posted by: wase4711
from phoenix,az
My wife and son suffer from a variety of airborne allergies, and, since moving to Arizona, some have gone away, and others have become more acute. The amount of dust out here is legendary, and, as great as it is living here, one of the worst things is the airborne pollution that comes through here, especially during the monsoon season. We don't usually open the windows because of that, but we do spend most of our time outdoors, so the doors open and close numerous times a day, allowing dust and other pollutants into our house. We've had a couple of good air cleaners since moving here, but, I knew that this one would be the most effective for helping out with airborne pollutants, and after a few days of use, I can confirm that!
Very quiet at low speeds, and not too bad at max speeds, within an hour of hooking it up, my wife and I both noticed a BIG difference in the air quality in our house. Considering all the stages of filtration this unit offers, its no surprise in how effective it is.
Its hard to put a price on good health/air quality, but, if you want the best, look no farther than this unit..Highly recommended!
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Watch over areas remotely with this Defender 2K Wireless IP security camera. The IP67-certified metal housing offers protection against inclement weather conditions, while the integrated app lets you watch footage live from a smartphone. This Defender 2K Wireless IP security camera uses 128-bit encryption to help secure the video feed.
 
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good quality video, awful software and setup
on June 27, 2019
Posted by: wase4711
from PHOENIX,AZ
as a few others have noted, this camera has high quality video, but the software is horrible, and the initial setup to the internet is flaky.
fortunately, I have had several other security/web cams, so I wasnt surprised at how flaky the initial setup was.
Once setup, it was obvious the software, which, has several variants that you have to choose from, was very poor.
So, keep that in mind before buying this camera; the quality of the unit is good, but everything else isnt.
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Recover from a strenuous workout faster with this Hyperice Hypersphere Mini therapy ball. The unique shape and three-speed vibration setting help relieve soreness by directly targeting pain points after exercise, or when used to start your warm up. This Hyperice Hypersphere Mini therapy ball comes with rechargeable LiIon batteries giving you up to two hours of uninterrupted therapy.
 
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interesting concept, weird implementation
on June 21, 2019
Posted by: wase4711
from phoenix,az
this device was interesting to us, since we regularly have sore muscles and we have a few devices that help ease muscle pain. This ball, has a weird control "panel" on it, but once you figure out how to turn it on and off, and to regulate the intensity, it turned out to be kind of interesting.
However, it is very intense, you need to use it on a mat or rug or in bed, NOT an wood/tile floors, and it may be to intense for older/in experienced users.
This wouldn't be my first choice, if looking for a massager....
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Listen to up to 12 hours of music on a single charge with these SkullCandy Push True wireless earbuds. Bluetooth connectivity offers freedom from wires, while single-button volume, track and call control provides convenience. The Secure FitFin gel ear tips help these SkullCandy Push True wireless earbuds fit comfortably, and the water-resistant design withstands exercise and outdoor use.
 
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Decent Unit, nice sound, ok value
on June 1, 2019
Posted by: wase4711
from phoenix
After owning most totally wireless earbuds since the category became popular, I was interested to see how these buds would compare to some of the top end units out there..
They are bigger than the other premium models, and, you either love or hate that "green": color, which is the only color they come in..
The charge case is pretty flimsy, and only holds one 6 hour re-charge, but the buds themselves last 6 hours, so a total of 12 hours is pretty good.
Sound is real nice, of course not equal to the Sennheisers, but more like the Bose..No App with them, and for phone calls, you only get sound out of one ear, so be aware of that..
If you dont want to spend over 100 bucks, these are definitely worth looking at..
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Enjoy major networks without paying a monthly fee with this Mohu Arc Pro indoor HDTV antenna. An integrated signal indicator helps you to find the optimal signal location, while the LED lights let you adjust antenna placement in real time for a more stable connection. This Mohu Arc Pro indoor HDTV antenna uses FirstStage amplifier technology which results in less distortion and stunning picture quality.
 
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Works well; a bit awkward to keep standing up
on May 8, 2019
Posted by: wase4711
from phoenix
I was surprised to see how well the reception was on my tv with this indoor antenna; its rated for 60 miles, and I live about 40 miles away from the tv towers in Phoenix, but I was able to get 35 channels connected, almost all perfectly, setting this up on my bedroom dresser.
There are about 60 OTA channels out here, so I was impressed to get that many with an indoor antenna!
If you are looking for a good indoor antenna, and are less than 60 miles or less from your towers, this should work well for you!
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Upgrade your connectivity and entertainment with this Sony Xperia 10 plus smartphone. A Qualcomm Snapdragon 1.8GHz octa-core processor combines with the 4GB RAM to power the device for seamless running of programs and applications, while the 6.5-inch Full HD display provides crystal-clear images. This Sony Xperia 10 plus smartphone features dual 12MP and 8MP cameras for capturing high-quality pictures and videos.
 
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Nice Mid Range Phone
on March 17, 2019
Posted by: wase4711
from phoenix
I actually like Sony phones, although their software sometimes leaves something to be desired, but, it is much less resource heavy than any Samsung stuff, and their designs are definitely different from most run of the mill android phones.
Surprisingly quick, nice to hold in your hand, and has android Pie as the OS..
Would have liked to see wireless charging, and, stereo speakers, but, it does have a headphone jack, and a nice display, and a very nice camera package, so, if you are looking for an alternative to another Samsung phone, you should take a look at this one...Nicer than I thought it would be!
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Accelerate your WiFi 5 with NETGEAR Nighthawk! Enjoy fast WiFi speeds up to 1900 Mbps and a powerful dual core 1GHz processor for extreme performance. High-powered amplifiers, external antennas and Beamforming improve range and reliability for up to 100% more wireless coverage. Features like downstream and upstream QoS prioritize streaming and gaming, creating a blazing-fast, lag-free WiFi experience
 
Overall2 out of 52 out of 5
Expensive and not for the faint of heart
By chuckok from Winchester, VA
Connect the router, and was unable to connect to the Internet. After a few tries, it did connect.
The next day, the connection was down. So, I replaced the router.
The second router would not connect. After substantial trial and error, I finally changed the MTU setting to 1300 from the default 1500. After doing some searching on the Internet, I did find that changing to 1400 would be adequate. The Internet connection is now up and running.
Oddly, the configuration on the "Basic" tab of the of the router's configuration is saying that the Internet is down.
Sheesh ... I hate being a beta tester for a released product!!! Particularly at the price point for this one.
That being said, the router's performance on the wired segment and the wireless segment does seem to be stable and performing as expected; and my expectations are high after doing some substantial research prior to purchasing this router..
Netgear support is abysmal. I attempted to call their support number, and after a number of rings the line went blank with no message #3 attempts#, The chat service took over a half an hour waiting in queue, and when finally supposedly connecting to a representative, the chat was dropped saying that there was no representative available #three attempts#. Opened a case via e-mail support, and received a stupid response with a link to a support web page and related links that I had already researched.
I've decided to keep the router for the time being as the performance, particularly on the wireless segment, it the best I've seen. I'm hoping Negear fixes the bugs in the firmware.
I also suspect, at least for the short term, a lot of users are going to return this product to the point of purchase because they won't be able to connect to the internet. I also suspect that Netgear is going to get a lot of support calls on this one, and people are going to be upset with the poor support received.
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todays firmware update fixes all problems
November 12, 2013
there is a firmware update today, nov 12th, that fixes all the nagging issues that many of us had; grab it now, and see what you think!
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Make your home an internet haven with this versatile Linksys Velop wireless Wi-Fi system. Three identical tri-band dual-stream AC2200 routers, each equipped with a quad-core ARM Cortex-A7 processor, deliver lightning-fast internet. Equipped with Bluetooth 4.0/LE, this Linksys Velop wireless Wi-Fi system is simple to set up and pairs easily with computers, tablets and smart devices.
 
Overall4 out of 54 out of 5
annoying setup, but once it works, its really nice
By wase4711 from burr ridge, il
I've set up dozens of new routers in my life, so I thought this system would be a breeze to setup, but it was a long, drawn out process.
It seemed easy enough, using your cell phone, after downloading the linksys app, but, it took me numerous attempts with my Nexus 6 to get the modem and the first unit to sync; eventually, I used my pixel xl phone, and it finally made the connection. Be aware you may have to use the back button on your phone to go backwards in the setup menu, which i had to do to get the initial setup to complete.
After the first unit was setup, it was a breeze to get the other 2 units to connect to the network.
I've tested it running 2- 4kUHD streams and a 1080p movie wirelessly, with out a hitch, and at the same time got top speeds while running speed tests at the same time, so, having enough bandwidth was no issue; I have a total of 15 devices connected to my network, and they all connect as fast as they ever did with my previous top of the line router.
I have the units on 3 different floors in my house, and the speeds are the same on all 3 levels, so this system can easily handle a large house with multi floors.
This will definitely solve any wifi coverage issues you may have had in the past; just make sure you have at least an hour to work on setting up the 3 stations!
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edit to my original review
January 17, 2017
So, after dealing with issues with this setup for 7 days now, I must modify my review to say I do NOT recommend this product.
I have gone through 7 days or it working fine, then not working right, then speeds work as they should, then dropping off to almost zero, so there is something not quite right yet with this system.
Linksys support has been great, helping me with phone calls, emails, and follow up, but I just don't think the firmware for this product is worth of release status at this point.
My netgear A7200 nighthawk router, which is setup on the second floor office in my house, gives me consistent maximum speeds everywhere in my house, all the time, never wavering, but, the linksys velop system did not provide the consistency that the Netgear router gives me. I am on a fast Comcast connection, getting downloads of 180 megs and uploads of 25 megs everywhere in my house with the Netgear router, yet, the linksys velop would vary anywhere from 180 megs down, to 20 megs down, and, it didn't matter what time of day, or how many devices I had connected at the same time.
I really wanted to like the Linksys Velop, and, I assume, in the future, these issues will get ironed out. But, at this time, the lack of consistent, high speed download speed was not what I want/need in my home network routing setup.
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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."
 

Will this work with Android TV devices like the Nvidia Shield TV?

yes, it does!
very cool
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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."
 

Will you be able to take a phone call on this? I.e., do the mics function as a phone mic?

not yet, but hopefully soon
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This GE washer features a PerfectTemp wash system with a HydroHeater that increases the wash temperature to reduce bacteria for a thorough clean. HydroMotion technology gently removes soils from garments to limit wear and tear on your clothes.
 

Delivery and installation of washer and dryer

Does Best Buy contract with separate delivery/installation company or have their own inhouse delivery people - who can actually fix and solve onsite problems? My delivery people at Sears and Home Depot have been horrible and not helpful so far. (They were contractors).
they store folks say they are employees, but when you ask the delivery guys directly, they say they aren't. As far as solving oin site issues, I guess it depends on how major the "issue" is..
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Samsung 5.6 Cu. Ft. 15-Cycle High-Efficiency Steam Front-Loading Washer: With 5.6 cubic feet and SuperSpeed technology, this front-loading washer can power through your family's bedding, piles of towels and baskets of dirty clothes. Take care of large loads quickly, and then let the washer take care of itself with self-cleaning technology and the Smart Care app from Samsung.Measure Twice, Deliver Once Learn how to measure your space and check connections for a new washer and dryer. Watch the video ›How to Prepare for Delivery and InstallationLearn how to get ready for the delivery and installation of your new washing machine. Walk the path, check your hookups, order new parts, and empty your old washing machine.Watch the video ›
 

Is the Samsung 5.6 Cu Washer Model: WF56H9100AW stackable

yes, but needs some sort of bracket to do it, and they are very heavy, so that might be an issue.
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Samsung 5.6 Cu. Ft. 15-Cycle High-Efficiency Steam Front-Loading Washer: With 5.6 cubic feet and SuperSpeed technology, this front-loading washer can power through your family's bedding, piles of towels and baskets of dirty clothes. Take care of large loads quickly, and then let the washer take care of itself with self-cleaning technology and the Smart Care app from Samsung.Measure Twice, Deliver Once Learn how to measure your space and check connections for a new washer and dryer. Watch the video ›How to Prepare for Delivery and InstallationLearn how to get ready for the delivery and installation of your new washing machine. Walk the path, check your hookups, order new parts, and empty your old washing machine.Watch the video ›
 

small loads

how does it do with smaller and normal loads? Not all my washing loads are enormous.
it senses the load size and adjusts the washing process accordingly..
works great on all loads, small or large
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Samsung 5.6 Cu. Ft. 15-Cycle High-Efficiency Steam Front-Loading Washer: With 5.6 cubic feet and SuperSpeed technology, this front-loading washer can power through your family's bedding, piles of towels and baskets of dirty clothes. Take care of large loads quickly, and then let the washer take care of itself with self-cleaning technology and the Smart Care app from Samsung.Measure Twice, Deliver Once Learn how to measure your space and check connections for a new washer and dryer. Watch the video ›How to Prepare for Delivery and InstallationLearn how to get ready for the delivery and installation of your new washing machine. Walk the path, check your hookups, order new parts, and empty your old washing machine.Watch the video ›
 

Does it heat the water itself?

when you put it on sanitize or allergen it does, but these washers are made to run great on COLD water, so save the energy and use cold as much as possible
8 years, 10 months ago
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   Hinsdale, Il
 
Samsung 5.6 Cu. Ft. 15-Cycle High-Efficiency Steam Front-Loading Washer: With 5.6 cubic feet and SuperSpeed technology, this front-loading washer can power through your family's bedding, piles of towels and baskets of dirty clothes. Take care of large loads quickly, and then let the washer take care of itself with self-cleaning technology and the Smart Care app from Samsung.Measure Twice, Deliver Once Learn how to measure your space and check connections for a new washer and dryer. Watch the video ›How to Prepare for Delivery and InstallationLearn how to get ready for the delivery and installation of your new washing machine. Walk the path, check your hookups, order new parts, and empty your old washing machine.Watch the video ›
 

How many amps does this washer draw ?

its needs to be connected to a 15 amp circuit, but doesnt draw that all the time
8 years, 10 months ago
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   Hinsdale, Il
 
Receive notifications and make calls wirelessly with your device using this Motorola Moto Hint 89765N Bluetooth earbud that features wind and noise cancelling technology to help ensure your call will be heard.Learn more ›
 

Is it clearly audible to the person on the receiving end and does it fit snuggly in the ear of a physically active person?

Is it clearly audible to the person on the receiving end and does it fit snuggly in the ear of a physically active person?
it fits ok, and the other person can hear you ok, but the sound is nothing special for either you or them..buy something else!
9 years, 5 months ago
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   Hinsdale, Il