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Keep files and passwords safe with Bitdefender Total Security 2018 software. It offers increased privacy with web browsing, so your information is protected from potential hackers, and it delivers multilayered ransomware defense for sensitive documents. Bitdefender Total Security 2018 software has game, movie and work modes, so it won’t interrupt you during an entertainment session.
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2
Not worth it for a Mac
on December 19, 2017
Posted by: TechnicallyCorrect
from Farmingdale, NY
So I downloaded what I thought Bitdefender Total Internet Security for 5 devices and installed it on my Mac. The devices it is supposed to cover are Windows, Mac, iOS and Android. Bitdefender Total Security has a slew of interesting features ransomeware protection, password manager, wifi safety monitor, web cam protection ( I really liked that idea,) password manager and more. Here is the problem, all of that is true if you install it on a Windows device. When installed on a Mac, you get Bitdefender Antivirus and that is it. The antivirus software does offer your typical antivirus and anti-malware protection that you would expect to find in any decent security software. That includes quick scan features, plug in’s for browsers etc. It does give you an option on “Safe Files” to protect certain files from alteration and abuse. I understand the program is cross platform and I would expect reduced features on mobile platforms but not the OS platform. It was very dissappointing and not clear to me in the software advertisments that you cannot use all the features, functions and benefits unless it is installed on a Windows based system. Got to Bitdefender’s website and take a look for yourself, it clearly states "Complete protection for Windows, Mac OS, iOS and Android.” It is only clear when you scroll down and click on each operating system . There you will see a significantly reduced feature set on Mac. For a 1 year subscritption and the limitations for the Mac, I cannot recommend this for any Mac user.
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Polished and professional. That’s the impression you’ll make when you use Adobe Acrobat Pro DC. With a one-year subscription, you get the latest Acrobat software that always stays up to date plus Adobe Document Cloud services to prepare and share your company’s business documents. Get the complete solution for working with PDF documents at your desk, and use Document Cloud services to accomplish more when you’re on the go.
Customer Rating
5
The best of the best, but not for the casual user
on December 10, 2017
Posted by: TechnicallyCorrect
from Farmingdale, NY
To give a succint review of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC , or any Adobe product , is next to impossible. The reality is Adobe products are the standard in which all others are measured, no other company is on the level of Adobe and this hold true for the Adobe Acrobat Pro DC . Let me start that I have been using Adobe Acrobat ( as well as the whole Adobe Creative Cloud Suite) for my job before I added this to my home computer for review. For those who are not aware of what Adobe Acrobat DC is and what it does. It is a full featured complete subscription based pdf editor that is comprised of 3 main parts Acrobat Pro, Acrobat Reader and Adobe Document cloud.
It does not make sense to go over all the features so I will go over some of the things I like , some changes from prior versions, the installation/first time use and some of the basics that new users make like. So let’s talk about the installation and first time use. The program does take a few minutes to download and install, nothing major but it is a large amount of data. You have to register with Adobe to gain access to all the cloud functions. After that the program starts off with a checklist of getting started with Adobe Acrobat. I think that is important because there are so many features that a new user may be a bit overwhelmed by the sheer number of options. The program starts off with tutorial includes an introduction, an interative tour through some of the basic features, a section on exporting to other formats and a video on how to edit ( only 60 seconds.) Adobe did a great job in this tutorial. I’ve been using the program for a while and , once you get used to it, you start to realize how useful and advanced it is . I remember years ago the frustration in editing a document when Adobe Acrobat did not support the font or there was something that was just off with the font that Acrobat used. Not anymore, Acrobat DC automatically matches everything – font, style, color. You can even scan and it will match the font through OCR. It is simply amazing. Speaking of scanning and OCR, Adobe has a free app that scans through your phone ( or Ipad) and imports it into the program to be edited. Once document is loaded you will find the tabbed interface is easy to use, easy to manipulate and just well thought out. As I said I won’t go over all the features, you can find that anywhere. What I can say if you are in need of a powerful pdf editor that is integrated across multiple platforms, there is nothing better. However, the slight downside for the product is price. Adobe has never been known for inexpensive products and this holds true for Acrobat Pro DC. This is a subscription service that costs $180 a year. That is too much for the casual user so if you are not going to be a frequent user, look for an alternative product. If you want to buy the product outright, there is the Acrobat Pro 2017 for $450 but you are limited to the desktop version and you may lose some of the features of the subscription based version.
It does not make sense to go over all the features so I will go over some of the things I like , some changes from prior versions, the installation/first time use and some of the basics that new users make like. So let’s talk about the installation and first time use. The program does take a few minutes to download and install, nothing major but it is a large amount of data. You have to register with Adobe to gain access to all the cloud functions. After that the program starts off with a checklist of getting started with Adobe Acrobat. I think that is important because there are so many features that a new user may be a bit overwhelmed by the sheer number of options. The program starts off with tutorial includes an introduction, an interative tour through some of the basic features, a section on exporting to other formats and a video on how to edit ( only 60 seconds.) Adobe did a great job in this tutorial. I’ve been using the program for a while and , once you get used to it, you start to realize how useful and advanced it is . I remember years ago the frustration in editing a document when Adobe Acrobat did not support the font or there was something that was just off with the font that Acrobat used. Not anymore, Acrobat DC automatically matches everything – font, style, color. You can even scan and it will match the font through OCR. It is simply amazing. Speaking of scanning and OCR, Adobe has a free app that scans through your phone ( or Ipad) and imports it into the program to be edited. Once document is loaded you will find the tabbed interface is easy to use, easy to manipulate and just well thought out. As I said I won’t go over all the features, you can find that anywhere. What I can say if you are in need of a powerful pdf editor that is integrated across multiple platforms, there is nothing better. However, the slight downside for the product is price. Adobe has never been known for inexpensive products and this holds true for Acrobat Pro DC. This is a subscription service that costs $180 a year. That is too much for the casual user so if you are not going to be a frequent user, look for an alternative product. If you want to buy the product outright, there is the Acrobat Pro 2017 for $450 but you are limited to the desktop version and you may lose some of the features of the subscription based version.
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Request songs and initiate searches from Alexa with this Ultimate Ears BLAST wireless speaker. Its Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity let you access the internet, make voice commands and take calls without stopping the music you’re streaming. The 360-degree profile and full-range drivers of this Ultimate Ears BLAST wireless speaker produce big, dynamic sound for your music.
Customer Rating
4
UE Blast is a blast, but at an explosive price
on November 24, 2017
Posted by: TechnicallyCorrect
from Massapequa Park
The Ultimate Ears (UE) BLAST Smart Portable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Speaker with Amazon Alexa is UE’s first attempt at a wifi speaker with Alexa integration. Wi-Fi is a key point, this is not just a bluetooth speaker ( while an excellent bluetooth speak you should not buy it for that.) This seems to be nearly identical ( on the outside) to the UE Boom so if you want only a bluetooth speaker, you should be looking to that model since it much less expensive.
Build -
The speaker is a relatively small at about 7 inches by 3 inches. It is surprisingly heavy for its size, not too heavy but just an indictation of how solid it is. It is waterproof and dust proof so the entire speaker is covered in a rubberized plastic. The charging port and contact charging point ( more on that later) are covered by a cap made of the same rubberized plastic . It is screwed on to provide a tight seal. I like that aspect of the design but I can see the cap and screw being easily lost. I do not see those pieces as available for purchase on the UE site. As with most UE products, they are built like tanks. UE gets high marks for quality of design.
Form -
The speaker is cylindrical and designed to stand on one end but can easily be laid down if you choose ( not that you would want to.) When charging you cannot stand on the end in an upright position and have to lay it down. There is a charge base available called the Power Up charging dock but it will cost you $40 . This is a negative part of the design. In my opinion, you would want to have this always on a charging port in your home to take the place of Amazon Alexa. At the $230 list price, now you need to spend another $40 to use it the same way. Either they should have included it in the price or designed the plug in port so that you can stand up the speaker in the correct upright position.
The speaker is cylindrical and designed to stand on one end but can easily be laid down if you choose ( not that you would want to.) When charging you cannot stand on the end in an upright position and have to lay it down. There is a charge base available called the Power Up charging dock but it will cost you $40 . This is a negative part of the design. In my opinion, you would want to have this always on a charging port in your home to take the place of Amazon Alexa. At the $230 list price, now you need to spend another $40 to use it the same way. Either they should have included it in the price or designed the plug in port so that you can stand up the speaker in the correct upright position.
Function -
As a speaker alone , it is great. The sound level is simply amazing for a a speaker of this size. It can easily fill up a room , very powerful. But power is not everything, I found the sound to clear with little or no distorition at high levels. Throughout the whole volume range the bass and treble were spot on . As a speaker alone, it is top notch. I would have like to see some controls for bass and treble in the app but there is none.
As a speaker alone , it is great. The sound level is simply amazing for a a speaker of this size. It can easily fill up a room , very powerful. But power is not everything, I found the sound to clear with little or no distorition at high levels. Throughout the whole volume range the bass and treble were spot on . As a speaker alone, it is top notch. I would have like to see some controls for bass and treble in the app but there is none.
So let’s talk about the app. Don’t get your expectations up, there is not much to it. It seems the app is there only to provide set up and does not do much more. You can see the battery level, turn on and off the microphone in the speaker and see some basic settings but that is about it. There is no equalizer, sound modes etc.
When connected to Wi-Fi, you get the access to Alexa and can stream music from Amazon, iHeart and Tunein. You cannot ( yet) access Pandora, Spotify etc but can access most music services when streaming from bluettooth device to a speaker. I say this may change because I did not get a chance to test that aspect of it but I question what Amazon will allow to access since other music services are competitors. Beyond streaming you have access to the full Alexa suite – home automation, the Alexa app ( it worked great with the speaker) and much more.
The microphones in the UE Blast were excellect. Not quite as sensitive as the Google home but did the job well. The speaker could mostly pick up my voice even with the speaker at full volume.
in summary, this is a great speaker first and an Alexa enabled device second. It would be vice versa if the charging dock was included and the price was lower. The regular price on the speaker is about $230, plus the Power up charging dock is $40 plus tax; you are nearly at $300. At that price point, I do not think the value is there. UE needs to decide this is an Alexa device first, include the dock and have the overall price point at about $200. If they did that, this would be a 5 star product. Even so, I will still recommend it because of the stellar sound and quality and prices do come down over time.
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Enjoy clear audio without distraction while wearing these Plantronics BackBeat FIT wireless earbuds. They have a sweat-resistant coating and lightweight design that's comfortable to wear and stays in place as you exercise or lounge. These Plantronics BackBeat FIT wireless earbuds come with interchangeable tips in different sizes, providing a secure, noise-blocking fit.
Customer Rating
4
Great fitting, comfortable headset.
on November 21, 2017
Posted by: TechnicallyCorrect
from Massapequa Park
The Plantronics -Backbeat FIT 305 Wireless In-Ear Headphones are a reasonably priced headset that is well designed and have decent sound. Features include sweat resistance, easy connectivity and phone integration. In review :
Pros :
Lightweight – Plantronics claims the Backbeat Fit 305’s are one of the lightest on the market. They are correct, a lot of sound for such a low weight design.
Fit – this what I liked best about the headset. The in ear design sits nicely and seals off the ear canal . This blocks outside sound and lets you hear the richness of the sound.
Sound – the Backbeat FIT 305 has good clarity, bass and treble. Volume was decently high when playing music but , for some reason, a bit muted on when using Siri.
Construction – as with most Plantronics devices, it is built well and thought out. The cable is covered with a cloth material so it does not stick to you if you sweat.
Cons
Inline remote - I found the inline remote a little awkward to use with the long and short presses of the buttons to access the different functions – skip songs, voice ( I.e Siri,) skip songs etc.. I also found the positioning of the remote on one side a bit awkward, it tends to make feel a bit unbalanced. The negatives about the remote are minor, there are not too many alternative design options ; particular a this price point and weight.
Inline remote - I found the inline remote a little awkward to use with the long and short presses of the buttons to access the different functions – skip songs, voice ( I.e Siri,) skip songs etc.. I also found the positioning of the remote on one side a bit awkward, it tends to make feel a bit unbalanced. The negatives about the remote are minor, there are not too many alternative design options ; particular a this price point and weight.
Overall , I like the Backbeat FIT 305. In thinking about Plantronics in general, they just make great products. Every device I have ever tried from Plantronics does what it should and is made well. I recommend this headset and give it 4 out of 5 stars.
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Arlo Pro 2 keeps an eye on your home while you're away, in brilliant 1080p HD quality. Put the 100% wire-free, weather-resistant camera anywhere, indoors or out. Then, power it with the included rechargeable battery or plugged it in (when indoors) to access activity zones and 24/7 Continuous Video Recording upgrades. Use 2-way audio or remotely sound a 100+ device siren while catching every moment with night vision and advanced motion detection. You'll even get motion and sound-activated alerts and 7 days of free cloud video recordings. Arlo Pro 2 works with Amazon Alexa to make your smart home security even more simple and effective.
Customer Rating
2
Oh no, Netgear – what did you do to Arlo?
on November 13, 2017
Posted by: TechnicallyCorrect
from Massapequa Park
Ugh, this is not good. Let me start off by saying that I own several home security camera systems - D–Link, Samsung and the prior version of this product – the Arlo Pro. The prior version is easy to install, the software is mostly good and the battery life is excellent. Arlo cameras are weather resistant, wireless and have magnet built in for easy mounting. The Arlo 2 is of the same build and uses the same software, the same base station and the battery life is at ,minimum, equal to the prior version of the product. That is good thing and I was excited to see that the Arlo 2 has video that is 1080P and it now has activity zones. However, the excitement ended there. When it came video quality, there are vast differences between the prior version and the updated Arlo Pro 2. The newest Arlo Pro 2 has terrible nightvision. Just awful. It is grey, hazy and grainy. I cannot tell whether it is not illuminating as well as the original Arlo Pro or it is something with the sensor but there is definitely a problem. Take a look at the attached pictures of my living room, one with the Arlo Pro 2 and one with the Arlo Pro. You can immediately tell the quality difference. The Arlo Pro 2 is washed out in a sea grey. Blah. When trying it outdoors, it was even worse. In my opinion , almost unusable ( for outdoors.) I did some research online and one user said Netgear suggested removing the battery and reinserting. It did seem to make a difference but it still was not good . To make matters worse, the colors in the picture were way off when not in nightvision mode. Blues appeared green and lighting appeared very yellow. The color reproduction was just much worse than the Arlo Pro. To pour salt on the wound, something is wrong with the audio. It is muddied and less powerful. The mic just seems to pick up less sound.
This turned out to be one big dissappointment. I loved the Arlo Pro and this seemed to be a nice upgrade. I am so hoping that this is one of those issues that can be corrected with a firmware update. Sadly, I am not so confident that will be the case. Color issues usually can be resolved with software calibrations. So can sound issues if the hardware is proper. The tough one is if the cameras do not illuminate enough in nightvision mode and if the sensor is not good . It is very concerning that some users are experiencing these issues and others are not, I hope that is not an indication that it is a hardware issue. At this point, I cannot recommend this product until Netgear resolves these issues. I am giving Arlo Pro 2 stars because the foundation is there for a great product and I will keep my fingers crossed for quick firmware update.
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Clean every corner of your home with this Hoover Fusion Pet cordless vacuum. The One Pwr lithium battery delivers fade-free power for larger jobs, and fast charging speeds eliminate wait times between cleaning sessions. This Hoover Fusion Pet cordless vacuum includes several attachments for cleaning upholstery, crevices and other hard-to-reach areas.
Customer Rating
4
Hoover does it again
on November 11, 2017
Posted by: TechnicallyCorrect
from Massapequa Park
This is my first handheld rechargeable vacuum I have owned since the days of the the Black and Decker Dustbuster( well over 25 years ago.)I have used other handheld rechargeable vacuums but always found they did not have the enough power. The Hoover FUSION Cordless Pet Stick Vacuum is a mixed bag when it comes to that ( more on that below.) The vacuum comes with all the expected features of a modern vaccum – bagless with a decent size canister, built well and multiple accessories. In review :
Assembly-
The Hoover was easy to put together and you can , mostly , figure out how to put it together without looking at the the instructions. I was a bit confused on he mounting pieces until I realized there was duplicate parts. Yes, I know that is rare and usually not the case but there is definitely two accessory tool mounts when it looks like there should be one. No big deal and the main unit assembles in a minute or two.
Construction
Like everything these days, it is nearly all plastic. That does not mean there is anything wrong with that, the main unit is solid. The brush head does tend to rattle a bit during use and at one point I thought something was broke. However, after examination, I found it was just the roller design in the power head and there was nothing wrong.
Weight and balance
The unit was a bit heavier than I would like but there is not much you can do if you want power and durability. It did get tiresome after using it in handheld mode with no power head on it. For quick clean ups, it is no problem. For prolonged handheld use with accessories, most women would find it too heavy. It tended to be a bit unnbalanced but not too much. This all changed when you install the extension wand and multifloor brush head and used in upright mode It was easy to use and manuvered well . Keep in mind, this is not a true upright vacuum so it does not stand up by itself.
Battery life -
The battery life was just perfect. In full rug mode, it cleaned 670 sq ft of floor space with a 26 minute run time. I used it in rug mode knowing that would use the most amount of power. I felt 26 minutes was very good for the battery size and weight. Next I used it in handheld mode with a brush head tool and I cleaned all surface areas in apartment and it lasted 37 minutes. Again , very impressive. It was easy handle most small jobs , Don’t get too hung up when you see run times in the 30 minute – that is par for course when considering balancing, weight, design etc of a battery powered vacuum. One nice feature is the main unit has a battery meter built into the control panel , no guessing when the battery is going to die.
Sound
I would put this as average for a handheld. Not quiet by any means by acceptable.
Cleaning
As indicated, the Hoover - FUSION Cordless Pet Stick Vacuum was a mixed bag in terms of power. In handheld mode, I expected suction to be stronger. It cleaned well with the accessories but I could not test it to limits. I just felt it could have had more suction power. When I attached the powerhead brush and used the vacuum as an upright, that is where the unit really shined. The powerhead brush was exceptional – deep cleaning that was comparable to a traditional upright. It really did a great job.
Accessories and storage
It comes with a wall mount that is just okay. The design of the vacuum is a bit akward for the wall mount and you have to find another place for the the charger and battery. Hoover should come up with a better design that integrates the charger, battery, accessories and the vacuum.
Overall , I like the vacuum. There are some minor design changes that would make this a winner. I have seen comparisons to the competition, mainly that the big name out there is better. Of course it is , but that big name is also 2 to 3 times the price of this Hoover. That is where Hoover has the advantage – they offer a nearly comparable unit in terms of cleaning for $200. That makes this vacuum a far better value.
Recommend.
Recommend.
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Only at Best Buy Protect your house with this SimpliSafe Defend home security system. Its wireless capabilities let you remotely monitor your property from a smartphone and receive text alerts when someone enters or exits. This SimpliSafe Defend home security system only detects human heat signatures, so you can keep it armed with pets in the house.
Customer Rating
3
Simply too simple.
on November 7, 2017
Posted by: TechnicallyCorrect
from Massapequa Park
SimpliSafe is a wireless monitoring and security system that is promoted to be very easy to set up , affordable and has all the modern “ bells and whistles.” On surface, it appears to be a great idea but there are many caveats and the bells and whistles are not so extensive. First, if you are tech person and into home automation, this is not the system for you. All the sensors , parts and pieces communicate through some unknown RF protocol . That’s right – essentially a proprietary protocol for the Simplisafe product. So what does that mean? No Z-Wave, no Zigbee, no wi-fi, no bluetooth . That means no integration into switches, dimmers, lights , sensors cameras ( except Nest) nor any other home automation devices. So no Google Home, Apple Homekit nor Alexa. Obviously, this is by design and you have to set the proper expectations if you buy this system. It is designed to be an easy to install system with virtually no mobile app integration and a gateway to offer low cost home monitoring. In review -
Installation -
First you plug in the key chain remote to your computer and run through the program. I had some trouble getting it to work on Mac but eventually did get it to run .I kept getting an error of “ cannot detect keychain Check firewall…..” After unplugging it and putting it back in , it worked partially. The screen that came up got stuck on “ Please wait while settings load.” I started the process over again and everything worked fine. The installation was very straight forward, basically follow the prompts and install each component. Activating the component is just pulling the tab on the battery and it is ready. Very simple. After everything is installed, you take the keychain remote and plug it into the top of the base so it can transfer the settings. It terms of installation, Simplisafe did a great job.
One note, during the set up instructions , there is a page that is for setting up a siren ( which does not come with the basic package) but the top of the page states “Setting up keypad.” This is an obvious typo.
Pros -
Cellular connectivity.
Rechargeable battery backup in base so the functions will still work if power is lost.
Set up is very simple .
Base has a loud clear voice.
Can handle a lot of sensors.
Rechargeable battery backup in base so the functions will still work if power is lost.
Set up is very simple .
Base has a loud clear voice.
Can handle a lot of sensors.
Cons -
You have to carry a keychain remote for handheld, mobile operation. It is not water resistant. Bulky. Cheap and appears that it will not hold up. There is a cap covering the USB that can easily fall off and be lost.
Entry Sensors – very large and bulky.
Key Pad – standard back lit LCD screen that is 1/8 the size of the key pad. The pad is enormous.
Dated ,archaic look and feel of pad and sensors. Everything has the look and feel that it was made 15 years ago.
App seems useless other than setting up a Simplicam, activate monitoring or shop simple safe.
Base package has plenty of entry sensors but no glass break nor siren.
This is tough review. The product does what it says but left me wanting so much more. I installed a few sensors but did not enable the live home monitoring. I rated this on the merit of hardware side because live home monitoring is going to be pretty consistent amoung these types of companies ( most are very good and Simplisafe does have good ratings.) But today is a day of apps , integration and home automation. I can understand if they are trying to keep the security side tight by not leaving openings in their protocol but I think this product will fall by the wayside if they want to run with the big boys. The competition is simply ahead of Simplisafe in so many areas except ease of install, low cost monitoring and the built in cellular connection. If you are a techie person, you will be very dissappointed in this product. If you are not and want something simple and affordable, maybe this is the way to go. Overall, I would have to pass on the product.
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Provide ample battery power for your Apple Watch with this Belkin MIXIT DuraTek charge cable. Its inner fiber liner adds strength and durability, and the 4-foot length offers plenty of leeway between the wall and your nightstand. This Belkin MIXIT DuraTek charge cable has protective insulation to shield the wires from damage as it bends and flexes.
Customer Rating
3
Built well but overpriced.
on October 18, 2017
Posted by: TechnicallyCorrect
from Massapequa Park
The Belkin Apple Watch with Duratek Cable charger is one of the latest of Apple Watch chargers. Will it will really hold up better than the standard Apple Watch charger ? Under normal use, no it will not. Think about it, how much wear and tear does the Apple Watch charger really experience? Not much. Under more extreme conditions, yes it appears it will hold up better. So what about the functionality? It does what it is supposed, it charges. Let’s review the pros and cons :
Pros
Built well and appears durable.
At 4 feet, the cord is longer than the standard 1 meter Apple Watch charger.
Built well and appears durable.
At 4 feet, the cord is longer than the standard 1 meter Apple Watch charger.
Cons
The Belkin Apple Watch charger is larger in diameter and thickness than the original charger. I am not sure it will not fit in some accessories like stands but I did not test it.
It is nearly twice the price as the 1 meter Apple Watch charger. The 2 meter Apple Watch charger is still less expensive.
It is nearly twice the price as the 1 meter Apple Watch charger. The 2 meter Apple Watch charger is still less expensive.
So , would I recommend the Belkin Apple Watch with Duratek Cable charger? No. Not because it does not do what it is supposed. It is just too expensive compared to the competition , including Apple. Belkin needs to drop the price at least 25% in order for it to be competitive.
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Get more work done on your 10.5-inch iPad Pro or iPad Air (2019) when you connect this Brydge Bluetooth keyboard. The backlit keys let you type easily in any lighting, and the battery lasts up to one year between charges for reliable performance. This Brydge Bluetooth keyboard snaps easily in place and closes over the tablet screen on a 180-degree hinge.
Customer Rating
4
Great, solid keyboard for the iPad Pro 10.5
on October 12, 2017
Posted by: TechnicallyCorrect
from Massapequa Park
This is the second Brydge Keyboard that I own ( the first one was for a Surface Pro 4) and this one does not dissappoint. I liked the keyboard for the Surface but did not see the advantage over the Type keyboard. Not the case here, this is a great keyboard for the Ipad Pro 10.5. The keyboard is specifically designed for iOS on the Ipad and has some well thought features that I really like. Like my first Brydge keyboard, this feels like an Apple product. Sleek all aluminum, well machined and solid.
Let’s start with the pros , features and benefits -
The keyboard has the CMD ( command) function key. You hold it down to bring up a menu of available commands that is app dependent. I found it particulary useful when using Safari. One note, if you press the CMD key and it does not do anything, there is nothing wrong. Remember it is app dependent - the commands will vary according to the app and some have no available commands.
The top row of keys is for the backlight controls, brightness, bluetooth, volume , battery level key and lock. All nice features. I partculary liked the brightness control right at your finger tips rather than going to the settings.
One problem, most of the keys stopped working mid use of the keyboard. I am not sure if something I did caused this ( I did hold the option/alt key prior) but I had to shut off the keyboard and turn it back on and everything worked again. I was not able to replicate the issue.
One problem, most of the keys stopped working mid use of the keyboard. I am not sure if something I did caused this ( I did hold the option/alt key prior) but I had to shut off the keyboard and turn it back on and everything worked again. I was not able to replicate the issue.
Dedicated Siri key. Hit it and Siri comes up. Sweet.
Close the keyboard and the Ipad goes to sleep. Open it and wakes.
As I indicated, this is a very solid product with a good weight to it ( it feels a little over a pound.) Do not be dissuaded by the weight, you need some heft to it for it to be stable.
Only adds about 1/2 inch to the Ipad.
Key board has good tactile feedback. Keys are small, the keyboard does have a about 3/8 space on each side and enough space above and below for Brydge to enlarge the key size if they want to redesign. It is not too small and you are limited to the size of Ipad Pro 10.5 so I can understand the size for the most part. .
Good snug fit of Ipad Pro. Brydge has nailed this design on their products. Just slid the iPad right onto the keyboard. Just top notch.
Hinge mechanism is tight and very well built. Opens up flat if you want.
Cons and what could make it better
Cons -
Why does Brydge not put a battery in the keyboard to add capacity?It is easily feasible with the charge port on the side of the Ipad Pro.
Why does Brydge not put a battery in the keyboard to add capacity?It is easily feasible with the charge port on the side of the Ipad Pro.
Also, you could add a bluetooth SSD hd or even a SD card slot to expand memory. Perhaps in the next version.
The price point is high for what you are getting ( approximately $130.) Brydge should have one of the two features I mention above at that price.
Overall, I recommend this product and give it 4 out 5 stars. If they reduced the price 20% or offered the extended battery life and storage expansion, Brydge would truly have an unbeatabe product. But if you want the highest quality keyboard that is rock solid, look no further than Brydge.
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Fuse physical and digital worlds with this Merge cube. It's a toy hologram that you can hold in the palm of your hand, and it works with free apps downloaded onto your iOS or Android smart device at the Merge Miniverse site. This Merge cube lets you play your favorite games with virtual reality goggles.
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5
Wow, impressive fun from a simple device
on October 11, 2017
Posted by: TechnicallyCorrect
from Massapequa Park
At first glance the Merge cube looks like some child’s toy. It is completley made of foam, has raised symbols on it and no functional parts or power required.So what does it do? This is not a VR device per se, this is an augmented reality device. Essentially it maps images onto the cubed surface in which you can interact with. Think of the blue or green screen you have hopefully heard of that is in movies. Now think of a cube covered in that that has images projected onto it. You do have to view it through a tablet or through the Merge VR goggles but this really works well. Once set up , you can do all types of cools things. You can pick up the cube and move it around to look at all sides of the image ( such as looking at every angle of a skull or organ – the app is Mr. Body) or interact with something that appears to be in your room ( there is a box of cartoon fireworks that you can pick up and make it shoot fireworks.) There a decent amount of apps and games ( Tilt ball is good.) I recently reviewd the Merge VR goggles and was not overly impressed with the experience. The cube changes that, it makes the Merge VR goggles much more fun. With that said, I see something more here. This is the beginning of a game changer, there are a myriad of applications in the real world – remote teaching or medical assistance. Imagine taking a high detailed scan of a heart, transmitting the data remotely to a more advances cube like item , mapping the data to it so a remote surgeon can explore the heart. Obviously , there is more to it but there is really something here with this $15 “toy.”
If I had used the cube earlier with Merge VR goggles, I would have rated it higher. Merge, if you are reading this, start packaging the cube with the goggles immediately. It will help sell them . Overall , this Merge cube was fun and interesting. I would recommend it to anyone who gets the Merge VR goggles.
If I had used the cube earlier with Merge VR goggles, I would have rated it higher. Merge, if you are reading this, start packaging the cube with the goggles immediately. It will help sell them . Overall , this Merge cube was fun and interesting. I would recommend it to anyone who gets the Merge VR goggles.
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See more of the action with this Full HD ASUS gaming monitor. Quick 1 ms video response time lets you play action games in real time without lag. This ASUS gaming monitor comes with a stand for use on any flat surface.
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Does this specific purifier release ozone?
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Does this support 3D videos for viewing using 3D glasses
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My TV is not a smart TV, will I be able to use this without a smart TV?
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Do u need o e on both ends? Meaning I have to have one and the person I call has to have one.
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Is this keyboard backlit at all?
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