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- First reviewJanuary 19, 2013
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Say hello to the professional color inkjet printer for your home office from America’s most trusted printer brand, paired with the easiest-to-use print app. Enjoy easy printing designed to make you succeed at work. Fax included.
Customer Rating
5
Continued solid printers from a long line!
on February 20, 2024
Posted by: PhilGA
This HP LaserJet printer continues HP’s long line of quality printers with this its latest iteration. And HP has continued to up the ante in the printer world by offering both a compelling ink and printer replacement service as well, giving everyone a reason to seriously consider one of these printers.
The build quality and engineering is definitely there, from packaging to set up. Getting started is fairly straightforward, even though I did have to double-back and manually set the printer up on our network. Honestly, though, this wasn’t a major problem, and the wizard that HP takes you through should be sufficient for most situations.
Even better, Windows and Apple setups are a breeze, with no additional software needed in either case. Both printer setups then allow you to create whatever printer setup you need.
Of course, printing is fast and in color, when needed — perfectly fine for personal or home office use.
Final note. While HP’s ink replacement service is fairly well-known (I’ve subscribed to it with another older HP printer), what I found really nice is their $5.99/month (I think it is) paper replacement service. I got my first box of paper, and it’s pretty good, and that’s a fair price to me.
You can’t lose with HP.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Glass XTR3, made with Hexiom impact technology, is our most technologically advanced screen protector. It has an enhanced Eyesafe blue light filter and anti-reflective technology that enhances color depth and vibrancy on your screen. Glass XTR3 also has an ultra-touch sensitive surface and a smooth nano-coating that reduces friction as you move your finger across the screen of your Apple iPhone 15 Pro. Glass XTR3 has an anti-dust adhesive that installs smoothly over most dust, so it disappears on your screen. Our EZ Apply installation system includes an installation try that makes the process easy and accurate.
Customer Rating
5
A great way to keep your phone's screen safe
on November 16, 2023
Posted by: PhilGA
The ZAGG InvisibleShield Glass XTR3 screen cover will be exactly what you need to make sure that the iPhone's already impressive scratch-resistant screen has what would arguably be the only other protection you would need for your phone.
In fact, having a screen cover along with a phone case -- assuming that case would fit the phone along with the additional thickness of a screen cover -- is going to be your best bet, in my view, to fully protect your phone. It might even be as good of an insurance policy as what typical phone carriers would otherwise charge you monthly for, which is something to think about as you will have to pay for your remaining balance out of pocket if your phone gets destroyed and you are on a payment plan.
The screen protector is pretty straightforward to lay on your phone, as it has complete instructions, wipes and a plastic guide to help make sure that the protector is laid correctly across your phone's face.
Once again, do not expect to place your phone in extreme situations; this screen cover is meant to deal with most situations that anyone would come across in regular life. However, if you have teenagers that really rought up the front of their phone, or lead a life that does the equivalent, this is definitely an additional piece of protection for your phone.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Your Apple iPhone 15 Pro is a work of art, so your case should be too. The Milan Snap does more than just protect; it enhances the beauty of your device. This MagSafe compatible case is strengthened with graphene, one of the strongest materials in the world. Milan Snap provides up to 13 feet of drop protection.* Its iridescent sheen complements the sleek lines of your phone, so your phone is always runway-ready.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent case that allows charging
on November 16, 2023
Posted by: PhilGA
The ZAGG Milan Snap Magsafe compatible case is an excellent and tough case that will definitely work for the latest generation of iPhone 15 phones.
The quality of the case puts it in line with other top-notch cases on the market. I would seriously consider this case in the event that you have teenagers, and even if you do not have teenagers, part of the point of the quality and reliability of this case is to say that pretty much anything that a teenager might do with a phone, this case will withstand.
Of course, do not expect the case to survive anything extreme, such as in terms of either temperature or having something excruciatingly heavy on top of the phone while in the case. If it is not abundantly obvious, the case is designed for general life actions, it is not meant to be taken into extreme situations.
Aside from all of the above, the case provides a good grip, so it feels great in the hand. Plus, the area that allows the cameras to protrude has a lip so that if the phone were to drop to the ground, the cameras are reasonably protected from such a drop.
Overall, this is a great case and I would highly recommend it.
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The 800 cfm – 12-amp Electric Turbine Blower is, quite simply, the most powerful electric blower in the marketplace. Other 800 cfm (Cubic Feet per Minute) blowers don’t put out wind power at 135 mph. Physics shouldn’t allow it, but our engineers found a workaround. And even though you’re going to want to blow at that speed all the time, you can use the variable speed control to dial it down. When you need even more power than the 800 cfm/135 mph can provide, there’s the Hyper-Stream nozzle that focuses all the airflow right where you need it. Believe it or not, all that power can be controlled with one hand. The whole unit is only 6.6 lbs., and that amazing Turbine tech creates a wind tunnel that is easy to point. The cord retainer keeps extension cords from pulling apart, even on snags. And you don’t need any tools to put it together. Time to go clear that lawn.
Customer Rating
3
Powerful electric blower
on November 7, 2023
Posted by: PhilGA
The Worx WG521 corded blower is exactly what you need for any sort of prosumer-level blowing, with the added bonus that, with a cord, you never run out of power for the device. Sometimes it is worth considering a tool that is not beholden to a battery, and this device is definitely one of those types.
This is a solid blower and comes in two parts. You basically attach the solid plastic nose to the blower engine, then attach an extension cord to the blower housing, and you are good to go.
There appeared to be three speeds used by way of a relatively stiff rocker switch, where you will really have to hold onto the device at full force. With the power that this will afford you, you will have no problems either clearing several hundred square feet in minutes or even simply drying off the same amount of area.
As mentioned, this is a very solid device and should be expected to last for many years to come. The blower even happens to look pretty good, too — the engine compartment looks like something off of a jet airplane!
I definitely recommend buying this blower.
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Organize your financial documents quickly and efficiently with the RapidReceipt RR-400W. Designed for fast, simple receipt and invoice management, this high-performance, innovative scanner offers the features you need to keep business moving, such as 2-sided scanning, wireless connectivity and cloud scanning capability. The remarkably compact and lightweight RR-400W saves 60% of desk space, and you can easily put it virtually anywhere in your home or office so you can stay productive, even when space is limited. Ideal for transforming paperwork into useful digital assets, this scanner automatically extracts and categorizes the data from your receipts and invoices. Your important information can then be exported to popular financial software like TurboTax and QuickBooks. In addition, documents can be converted into searchable and editable PDFs. Upgrade your productivity with the powerful, versatile RR-400W.
Customer Rating
5
Good prosumer-level scanner
on October 17, 2023
Posted by: PhilGA
While the RapidReceipt RR-400W desktop scanner will certainly not be replacing a full-on professional-level document scanner anytime soon (and it was not created for such a thing), it is still a great device for most consumer-level needs.
I like the fact that it will scan in receipts and other such documents while using OCR (Optical Character Recognition) to save important info. What's more, you can save either as a full-on image or have the paper-based data sent into a variety of third-party vendors or software so that you can then take that data and combine it with small business numbers, such as with QuickBooks.
This is a one-way scanning device, so if you are thinking that you could take a document and scan via your smartphone and feed it into the scanner, you're really missing the point of what the device is capable of. It will, however, scan a document and you can send it to your phone or other cloud-based accounts.
A great use case for the scanner is for mail, and all sorts of it. This is one way to get rid of counter clutter, trash what's junk, and save off to electronic documents that data that matters.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Leave your worries at the door with cutting-edge clarity and powerful protection with the Arlo Pro 5S 2K. Installation is easier than ever with a wire-free setup. Plus, the camera's smart Wi-Fi with dual-band connection automatically connects to either the 2.4 or 5 GHz network, whichever is stronger, for faster video loading and less buffering. See details that matter with 2K HDR video that’s twice the resolution of HD cameras, 12x zoom to make out details like faces or license plates, and a wide 160° field of view to see the bigger picture. Never miss a detail with clearer video, even at night, with color night vision and enhanced low light video with an advanced image sensor. You can also spend less time charging and more time protecting with additional rechargeable batteries and a dual battery charging station.³ Your cameras will also always stay secured with the included anti-theft mounts, and you can send a message that you’re protected with the included yard sign. The Pro 5S 2K is also built to work with the Arlo Home Security System, providing enhanced battery life, a more robust connection with Arlo SecureLink, and image verification when power or Wi-Fi is down.¹ Get smarter notifications on your phone when the Pro 5S 2K spots people, vehicles, animals, or packages, and view live or recorded video clips directly from your phone with a free trial of Arlo Secure service included.² Personalize your notifications and create custom activity zones to ensure you only get alerts for what matters most, reducing less important notifications.
Customer Rating
5
One of the best cameras on the market
on October 17, 2023
Posted by: PhilGA
I have previously had Arlo cameras from a few years back, so I had already had some expectations as to the performance of the Pro 5S 2K camera.
For testing, this camera was put outside in order to track the comings and goings of my particular street. When paired with a trial plan (I'm intending to go after the $5/month individual camera plan), Arlo's AI is in full swing. The camera quite successfully is able to tell the difference between a car and a person, which makes the snapshot of video clips a lot easier to manage through.
And it is true -- you don't get the AI aspects of object recognition unless you're a part of one of Arlo's camera plans.
Regarding the hardware itself, it certainly appears comfortably weather-resistant, and while you could install the device where it'll directly be impacted by rain, I've chosen to keep it under the relative protection of a roof.
Also, if you don't enable color-based night vision, you'll save a lot more battery life, because color-based night vision invokes a pretty bright light (visible in the marketing materials for the camera), which will drain the battery rather significantly. The good news is that a recharge only takes a couple of hours, and a secondary battery is available for purchase.
Overall, I'd go with this camera if I had a choice in security systems.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Logitech G Litra Beam LX is a dual-sided streaming light — one illuminates you with an LED key light for natural, radiant skin tones, while the other accents the room with an RGB light. With TrueSoft technology, LIGHTSYNC, Bluetooth pairing and advanced G HUB control, it’s two premium gaming lights in one slim, flexible design.
Posted by: PhilGA
The Logitech Litra Beam LX LED light is the perfect companion for anyone's desk, be that for a professional, gamer, or any other situation that needs a solid, steady light.
The materials of the device are solid and relatively heavy, though the base of the light is more than sufficient to handle standing it up.
I do like the ability to make extremely granular changes to the color and brightness of the light, on top of the fact that I can have my webcam essentially have the light automatically turn on or off. This is really critical during those times when you are having back-to-back meetings and you do not really have time to make sure that your light either stays on (if it was off).
Beyond the above, it is also helpful that the light is portable, in spite of the fact that it is somewhat weighty, which means that you are not tied down to a light that might have to be installed in a semi-permanent fashion -- helpful if you ever have the need to set up shop in aother room of the house.
I would definitely recommend this light for anyone on the market for it.
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Say hello to better video meetings. Place Brio 300 at your best angle for an eye-to-eye connection. Look natural thanks to 1080p resolution and auto light correction for low-light situations. A noise-reducing mic suppresses background noise so others can hear you clearly. Spin the easy-to-use privacy shutter to cover the lens between calls. Brio 300 is certified for Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, and Zoom, so you can enjoy hassle-free meetings.
Customer Rating
5
Simple webcam that does its job
on August 24, 2023
Posted by: PhilGA
The Logitech Brio 300 is a solid, basic web cam that can be used across a variety of applications on both Windows and MacOS machines. In fact, they boast a number of such apps on the box in which the camera is housed in, so you'll know that this camera will work with pretty much everything.
I tested this camera on a MacOS device. As a testament to the ease of setup, the only thing I had to do was download a Logitech app that directly ties into the Brio in order for any settings to be changed and for me to otherwise control the camera.
While there are a handful of video resolution settings to choose from, I typically allow the application I'm using -- whether Google Meet or Zoom, for example -- to set those for me.
In all honesty, whether it comes to smartphones or web cams, they appear to me to be using essentially the same camera systems, so the quality is actually going to be more than what you need --clear graphics with no stutter on frame rate.
The only knock I give is that the lens cover, while otherwise easy to swirl to open or close, does require you to keep the camera steady, else the supporting clamps (which aren't spring-loaded) tend to give way, and you have to re-position the camera. However, once you get used to how the lens flap works, it's not a huge deal.
Overall, if you're in need of a USB-C-terminated web cam, this would be the one to get!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Meet Level Lock+ with Apple Home Keys. Unlock with a simple tap of your compatible iPhone or Apple Watch, similar to how you would tap to pay for your groceries or buy a cup of coffee. Customize your settings for additional ways to lock and unlock your door, using a key card, your iOS or Android smartphone with the Level App, voice commands using Siri, or even a regular key. Level Lock+ looks just like a regular door lock, so you don't have to compromise on design. Share access using the Level App, where you can assign time-sensitive digital door keys to guests, family members, and even the dog walker so they can enter your home at your discretion. View the use of these keys from the app, change codes, cancel access, set up auto-lock and more. With a sleek matte black or satin nickel finish and a thoughtfully crafted design, Level Lock+ features all technology hidden within the lock itself—meaning nobody but you can tell that it's smart. AAA security rating means you can trust this smart door lock to hold up to the wear and tear that comes with everyday use without compromising your security. Easy installation with just a screwdriver. Simply confirm your door measurements and swap out the existing deadbolt on your door. Enjoy easy access to your home without sacrificing security and peace of mind.
Customer Rating
5
Great minimalist deadbolt
on August 17, 2023
Posted by: PhilGA
Let's get the basics out of the way. The Level Lock+ Smart Lock is definitely a deadbolt lock, so make sure that if you decide to purchase this device, you already have a matching doorknob. Also, keep in mind that the electronics in this deadbolt do not extend to control anything on your doorknob, so if your doorknob also locks, it will continue to be a manual process to lock and unlock it (something maybe folks don't think about when considering these kinds of things, but are crucial for the process of securing your house!).
Overall, this is a great deadbolt made of top-quality materials, so if cost is an issue for you, you won't be dismayed by less-than-stellar materials. Plus, I personally like the design that the included battery actually sits within the bolt itself; not only do you have to get to the end of the bolt to unscrew it, but if a perpetrator actually cut the bolt, they'd kill the battery to the electronics, making it impossible to electronically open the lock (you'd need one of the two included keys). I haven't tested that out, but the way the battery is situated in the bolt, that's what, in fact, would happen.
The hardest thing for most folks to deal with will be following directions. If you can follow directions to get your current deadbolt uninstalled and this one installed, you'll be golden. Honestly, the directions are very straightforward, but if you miss key aspects -- such as making sure the "TOP" side of the bolt assembly is, in fact, "up," or that you do not want to use a drill when screwing in the multiple screws (seriously, you'll damage the threads and/or heads) -- you'll definitely have issues.
Pairing on the Level app was also straightforward -- the device uses Bluetooth for such setup. There is an extra step for setting things up with the Apple Home collection. Not sure if they support anything for Google, so keep that in mind if you have such devices.
Overall, this is a great deadbolt.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Zero in on a perfect aim with our first-ever glass gaming mouse mat—built to last with premium tempered glass. Optimized for optical sensors and specially treated for quieter swipes, stay in the zone with an ultra-smooth surface that makes your mouse feel like there is zero resistance.
Posted by: PhilGA
If you want an approximately two foot by two foot-sized square glass mouse pad, this is going to be the device for you.
To be honest, there is not a whole lot to really say about this particular mouse pad except that it is definitely big for a mouse pad, it is made of what appears to be tempered glass at about a half inch thick (so it definitely has some weight to it, perhaps around five pounds or so -- I have not precisely weighed the device, so do not take that for an exact measurement).
Regarding performance, if you have enough space on your desk or work area, you will definitely have the square footage for a great pad, and if you are using something like a laser-based mouse, you should have no problems with the mouse gliding over the surface.
You could definitely break this pad, so I would certainly not recommend getting this pad if you are in a household that has small kids who happen to be active enough to be able to pull the pad off a desk.
All in all, this is a great glass pad that is both stylish and functional.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Connect favorite peripherals to this Acer Aspire laptop. Four USB ports let you connect accessories, transfer files or charge a cellphone while you work, and HDMI outputs make dual-screen functionality possible. Access nearby wireless networks with this Acer Aspire laptop and stream videos or upload your own images captured with the built-in HD webcam.
Why does the display model in the store state that this laptop has an AMD processor, while this ad states that the processor is an Intel i5?
While I don't know what's going on in-store. I can say that as a Tech Insider Program laptop recipient, the laptop has an Intel i5 processor.
7 years, 9 months ago
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Connect favorite peripherals to this Acer Aspire laptop. Four USB ports let you connect accessories, transfer files or charge a cellphone while you work, and HDMI outputs make dual-screen functionality possible. Access nearby wireless networks with this Acer Aspire laptop and stream videos or upload your own images captured with the built-in HD webcam.
i need it to be plugged all day every day as my primary work laptop. is it OK? what is the recommendation to prolong battery life?
There should never be an issue with keeping a laptop plugged in every day, all day.
I've found that the best way to exercise the battery is to unplug the laptop and take it to a different location from time to time and let the battery drain a bit.
I've found that the best way to exercise the battery is to unplug the laptop and take it to a different location from time to time and let the battery drain a bit.
7 years, 9 months ago
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PhilGA
Connect favorite peripherals to this Acer Aspire laptop. Four USB ports let you connect accessories, transfer files or charge a cellphone while you work, and HDMI outputs make dual-screen functionality possible. Access nearby wireless networks with this Acer Aspire laptop and stream videos or upload your own images captured with the built-in HD webcam.
How long does the battery life last???
I would suggest somewhere around 6 - 8 hours, which (of course) is going to be completely dependent on how you use the device.
7 years, 9 months ago
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PhilGA
The NETGEAR Dual-Band AC1750 Router with 16 x 4 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem provides very fast cable speeds with an AC1750 WiFi router and integrated DOCSIS 3.0 cable modem, up to 680 Mbps. Compatible with cable Internet providers such as XFINITY from Comcast, Spectrum, Cox, Cablevision, and more.
Does this work with Comcast internet and VOIP?
For VoIP, my understanding is that you'd still have to use a separate, Comcast-leased modem for this functionality. However, for Comcast/Xfinity Internet, this device was able to be activated via Comcast's Internet site within 10-15 minutes.
9 years, 4 months ago
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PhilGA
Atlanta, GA