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Brew more than just espresso with the Ninja Espresso & Coffee Barista System. Brew more than just a standard espresso shot with 4 distinct styles. Brew a standard espresso shot (40ml), a Lungo for a larger, less concentrated shot (110ml), an espresso shot over ice (30ml), or the exclusive Ristretto for a smaller, more concentrated shot (25ml). Choose one of three drip coffee styles: Classic, Rich, and Over Ice to tackle any coffee craving. With 9 coffee brew sizes ranging from single cup, to travel mug, and even 12-cup carafe, brew any size coffee you desire. With Barista Plus Technology, this 19-bar pressure system delivers an ultra-flavorful espresso with a silky-smooth crema by brewing at the optimal temperature and pressure. Create cappuccinos, lattes, and other coffeehouse drinks with the built-in, fold-away frother.
Customer Rating
4
Good drip but that's it.
on October 4, 2022
Posted by: JorgeST
The initial impression I had when opening the box for the Ninja Coffee/Espresso maker was it appeared to have a lot of attachments such as the pod ejection box (for the espresso side), water tanks etc.. But as I began to use the device to brew both Coffee and Espresso there were some things I liked and some things I did not, listed below:
Pros
Clean looking device, is not an eye sore appliance that sits on the counter like some of its competitors in this area.
Many brew options, you can choose to brew small cups up to a full pot of coffee which was a neat feature compared to the standard "full pot or none" approach.
Its straightforward use was refreshing to see as it appeared complicated at first blush, once you've figured out the capabilities of the device (which are minimal) it was pretty straight forward.
The options on the front of the unit are pretty clear and direct, does not leave a lot of room for confusion, such as brewing a cup or a full pot of coffee etc.
Brewing does not take an eternity like some others, pretty speedy for the most part.
Clean looking device, is not an eye sore appliance that sits on the counter like some of its competitors in this area.
Many brew options, you can choose to brew small cups up to a full pot of coffee which was a neat feature compared to the standard "full pot or none" approach.
Its straightforward use was refreshing to see as it appeared complicated at first blush, once you've figured out the capabilities of the device (which are minimal) it was pretty straight forward.
The options on the front of the unit are pretty clear and direct, does not leave a lot of room for confusion, such as brewing a cup or a full pot of coffee etc.
Brewing does not take an eternity like some others, pretty speedy for the most part.
Negatives
Instructions are fairly unclear, they do not provide feedback on if there is a grinder for the beans or list of the full features of the unit. There was assumptions made based on the name and picture of the unit.
The espresso component only takes a specific Nespresso style pod. I was hoping to move away from pods to save some money, but buying brand specific pods does not achieve this goal. Not a huge deal breaker but more of a nuisance.
This does not come with a re-usable filter for the Coffee side of the unit.
Instructions are fairly unclear, they do not provide feedback on if there is a grinder for the beans or list of the full features of the unit. There was assumptions made based on the name and picture of the unit.
The espresso component only takes a specific Nespresso style pod. I was hoping to move away from pods to save some money, but buying brand specific pods does not achieve this goal. Not a huge deal breaker but more of a nuisance.
This does not come with a re-usable filter for the Coffee side of the unit.
Overall the coffee maker's quality is good, it does brew faster than some traditional drip-style coffee makers, however, this is the best feature, it's a really good drip style coffee maker but nothing more. The espresso side of the unit is disappointing due to the requirement that I must use a specific branded pod and cannot take beans for that side of the process.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Your front door is an incredibly magical place. It’s where opportunity knocks and excitement arrives in cardboard boxes. It welcomes friendly faces and new acquaintances. And it’s a mighty protector against all that’s unwelcome. That’s why we built you a device that allows you to be at your front door no matter where you are. That’s why we packed advanced camera hardware and smart features into a mighty small frame. That’s why we lab tested it under extreme conditions so it always performs when you need it to. We engineered a video doorbell so magical, it makes you the magician. Infrared LEDs illuminates up to 29.6 ft.
Customer Rating
5
Pleasantly surprised, compact
on September 29, 2022
Posted by: JorgeST
Video doorbells are a common technology needs for homes nowadays, both from a convenience and safety standpoint. This unit really did surprise me for a few key reasons, compactness as its features within the doorbell itself. Firstly, the doorbell is tiny, like super tiny. I wasnt expecting it to be so compact, yet it was, and still was able to capture 1080p video, conduct 2-way voice comms as well as withstand the elements with its IP65 weatherproof rating. Set up was was easy too, this unit comes with all screws, mounts, caps etc that are needed in order to get this properly fastened to your home. Remember, this is a hard-wired unit, not wireless so existing doorbell wires are required for this doorbell to function. It pairs nicely with the companion app along side my other other same-branded tech which made it a once stop shop for all things home A/V related. The only small hesitancy I had was making sure the power to the doorbell was off, I had to double check it twice to assure I didnt receive an unneeded jolt.
All in all, this video doorbell provides great sound and video, even though it is not 4k, it still delivers. The in-app functions of this are also great with motion detection options as well as auto storage of clips for a t week period. If you are looking for an affordable player in the videodoorbell space I would high recommend this model.
All in all, this video doorbell provides great sound and video, even though it is not 4k, it still delivers. The in-app functions of this are also great with motion detection options as well as auto storage of clips for a t week period. If you are looking for an affordable player in the videodoorbell space I would high recommend this model.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Wyze Cam Outdoor v2 takes everything you loved about the original wire-free, battery-powered Wyze Cam Outdoor to a whole new level. Now with our Starlight Sensor, you can see at night just as clear as day with Color Night Vision 1080p HD resolution. Get alerted when motion is detected, now up to 28% further away and set custom motion detection zones to only get alerts that matter to you. See even more than before with a wider, 130 degree field of view, so you can see more of what’s out there. Take advantage of the built-in security features like a motion-activated siren, two-way audio, and motion-detection alerts for even more peace of mind. Best of all, it’s easy to mount, has a 6-month battery life with easy recharging via microUSB, and you can even connect it to Wyze Solar Panel to eliminate the need to recharge ever again, depending upon your location.
Customer Rating
4
No bells and whistles, sound set up.
on September 28, 2022
Posted by: JorgeST
This 3 pack of cameras didnt quite hit the mark for me in some areas, yet still holds it own amongst other competitors in this space. First and foremost, please do not let the 4 star review hold you back from picking these up, these are solid as a choice in the majority of all reasons you'd want to utilize exterior home cameras. However, with that being said there ware a couple of (small) areas that I think could be improved.
Firstly, the install of these are a piece of cake, the supplied mounting tool and screws are more than capable to support these cameras. The cameras are built well and do not require much maintenance if any at all either. Although they are built well they are visually clunky with a ridged boxy exterior, not a deal breaker, just not my preference.
These are 1080p, not 4k, which is one area that I had hoped would be standard in this day of age, but that being said, the picture is smooth and streams seamlessly. There is an 8x digital zoom with a 130 degree field of view too, I understand this is not a moving camera and that these zoom and FOV are more than generous too for this type of camara set up. The night vision is very impressive, however. The color night visions is something I've never seen as I've always been accustomed to the "green" tint night vision. Those days seem to be gone, or close to gone.
Firstly, the install of these are a piece of cake, the supplied mounting tool and screws are more than capable to support these cameras. The cameras are built well and do not require much maintenance if any at all either. Although they are built well they are visually clunky with a ridged boxy exterior, not a deal breaker, just not my preference.
These are 1080p, not 4k, which is one area that I had hoped would be standard in this day of age, but that being said, the picture is smooth and streams seamlessly. There is an 8x digital zoom with a 130 degree field of view too, I understand this is not a moving camera and that these zoom and FOV are more than generous too for this type of camara set up. The night vision is very impressive, however. The color night visions is something I've never seen as I've always been accustomed to the "green" tint night vision. Those days seem to be gone, or close to gone.
All in all, this outdoor camera bundle proves to be a sound set up with some minor quirks and areas that can be improved in future designs. A few "nice to haves" are missing but all of the "must haves" are present. I recommend!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy the versatile headset for Hybrid work and beyond with the Voyager 4320 Wireless Noise Cancelling Stereo Headset with mic. It's everything you need to stay productive and connected to all your devices whether at home or in the office. Long day of calls made easier with all-day comfort and dual-mic Acoustic Fence technology that eliminates background noise. Phenomenal flexibility, connectivity, and freedom.
Posted by: JorgeST
This bluetooth headset is a must have for all home offices. This headset checks all boxes most specifically in 3 areas. Portability, range and sound. The portability of this was a key aspect when using this item, a few questions I was looking at were: Can I easily grab and go with this headset? Does it come with an adequate traveling case? The answer to both of these questions is yes. The headset is not flimsy and gives me no second guessing whether or not its able to stand an occasional bump. It also comes with a travel case, with a built in mini pocket for the USB adapter. Next, the range is said to span up to 160+ feet, I was able to keep signal anywhere in my home which was very important to me. I did not want to be locked in one or two rooms when listening in on calls, but rather able to roam free.. The last category that I valued was the sound, and with built in noise canceling capability and crisp audio flowing through the comfy earphones I was as happy as could be. Some of the previous headphones I have used seemed muffled or too high pitched, not these.
All in all, due to its portability, range and sound quality I recommend this headset as a home office must to all of those who work from home... or even in the office!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Powered by an Intel® Evo™ design, the 2-in-1 high-performance Acer Chromebook Spin 714 empowers users to stay productive anywhere with its 14” WUXGA IPS CineCrystal™ touch display, 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i5 processor and military-grade durability. At just over 3 lbs., this sleek machine is not only faster and more efficient than ever, but features a bevy of functional features and a quick-chargeable 10-hour battery2 that gives you up to a four hour charge in under 30 minutes. The 360° durable hinge provides four different modes for you to enjoy.
Posted by: JorgeST
This laptop is exactly what I wanted as a portable, yet functional, option for school workload. I wanted something I could take notes on and was not too heavy or bulky. At first I was a bit hesitant to use the OS, as most of my laptop experience has been with windows. I found the software easy to use and exceptionally smooth. The interface is very intuitive too. I really enjoy the built in stylus and touch screen capabilities for note taking in class. The majority of my school classes have a requirement for me to be able to upload assignments etc. and this laptop has no issues doing so. The screen is also a great size and looks nice without much glare. It fits into my backpack easily & I really like the camera shutter feature too. Gone are the days of needing an ever present post-it note or tape and your grasp. Having access to the play store is also a plus for all of the useful apps that can make my schooling easier. I was able to easily download an ECG app to use in my anatomy class, very slick. Battery life has been great so far, but verdict long term is still out.
All in all, this is a great little machine and has solid build quality. Scratches both the laptop & tablet itches, and I do recommend the purchase especially if you are looking for a great schooling companion.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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It’s easy to transform your home into a safe haven with SimpliSafe’s award-winning security system. Everything is simple to set up, effortless to use, and designed to do one thing only: keep your home and family safe. Indoor and outdoor security cameras let you see everything happening in full HD. So you can spot trouble and capture the evidence. If someone tries to break in, advanced sensors will sound the alarm. And it's powered with optional 24/7 professional monitoring. Agents keep watch even when you can't, ready to instantly alert emergency responders - and they stay on the line with you until they arrive. So no matter where you are or what you're doing, your home is protected 24/7. There's no safe like SimpliSafe.
Customer Rating
5
Robust Starter Kit, Easy Set Up!
on September 2, 2022
Posted by: JorgeST
This home security system has been a blessing since day one. In the past I had used the 100% hard wired solutions that have been the go-to until the recent wireless times. This kit involves little to no screws too and can nearly completely be set up without a screwdriver. As most pieces of this bundle have adhesive backing, it really makes the process smooth. The companion app that manages all of these pieces is very intuitive too and really walks through the management process of this system. As mentioned above, this system comes with every piece a medium sized house needs to cover all access points, both internal and external. It comes with several indoor and outdoor cameras, 6 door entry access points, a motion sensor as well as the deterring yard signs to let everyone know your home is covered. The keypad is also very easy to use, while arming and disarming the home. The base station needs a clean line of sight to the sky as it acts as your mobile access point too, which, out of the entire process has the potential to be the most annoying part, depending on the design of your home. The only addition to this set that i would add would be an additional external camera, it feels that 2 is adequate but 3 would give much better coverage.
All in all, if you are looking for a home security system that is mobile friendly, has a great intuitive companion app and can easily be expanded in an ala cart fashion, then I would highly recommend this as a solution to your needs as set up is easy and it delivers on what is promised!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Shark Stratos Corded stick has the most powerful suction and best hair pick up of any Shark. It features Shark’s most advanced cleaning technology. The DuoClean PowerFins Hair Pro nozzle grips and captures more dirt, debris and hair, and Odor Neutralizer Technology guards against bad odors inside your vacuum. Plus, Anti-Allergen Complete Seal with HEPA filtration traps fine particles as you clean.
Customer Rating
5
Bagless Dust Cartridge, Easy to assemble
on August 29, 2022
Posted by: JorgeST
This corded vacuum has impressed my thus far. I opened the box, assembled in minutes and was off vacuuming my home in less than 5 minutes. The quality of this item is next to none, it is light weight, yet very sturdy and build strong. The main reasons on why I enjoy this vacuum is that it is filterless and bagless. Which means there is less maintenance for me to deal with when cleaning my home. There is also an oder eliminator cartridge that, when used keeps my home smelling nice and clean, this may be something that is needed to replace periodically too. Previous bagless vacuums I have used were quite clunky to empty, this one is different. The dust container is built like a cartridge, rather than a part of the vacuum which easily clicks in and out to empty with ease. The handle is build strong too with the cord being positioned in a way to reduce tension when winding up after cleaning. There is also plenty of cord for this unit too, which compared to other vacuums can easily come up short.
When comparing this against other corded vacuums I think it is very comparable to one of the top players in this space. Which is why I would recommend it to anyone looking for a new vacuum that can easily pick up hair or dust with ease.
When comparing this against other corded vacuums I think it is very comparable to one of the top players in this space. Which is why I would recommend it to anyone looking for a new vacuum that can easily pick up hair or dust with ease.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Amazing taste, crispy texture, and 75% less fat than traditional fried foods, the Bella Pro Series 8-qt. Digital Air Fryer with Divided Basket is the perfect addition to your kitchen. Featuring an extra-large capacity to feed up to 8 people and a divided basket that cooks two foods at once, you (and your family…and your friends…) will love it. Beautiful design with a professional stainless steel handle takes it to the next level.
Customer Rating
5
Does the job, buttons need a tune up
on August 29, 2022
Posted by: JorgeST
This air fryer has, for the most part been a very positive add to the arsenal of cooking equipment in my home. The size, functionality and performance is better than I had expected too. The digital read out on the screen front is very bright and easy to use for those who have never used air fryers before. The ease of being able to throw the entire "cook tray" into the dishwasher is a huge boast of convenience too which expedites the entire cooking process. The metal exterior does, however seem a touch tiny and had me double guessing if it was, in fact, dishwasher safe. After a quick skimming of the directions my doubts were put to rest. The unit comes with a divider that is placed in the tray, which is also dishwasher safe. This divider works as a separation when cooking different foods so they do not mix unintentionally. If I were to change one thing on this unit I would need to change the button sensitivity as it was not very responsive and quickly became a slight annoyance. Also, powering down the unit is not as intuitive as I had hoped.
Those quirks aside, this unit has a slight learning curve yet still expedites the cooking process quick heat-up time and a dishwasher safe cooking tray.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Show off your family photos with this Nixplay 10.1 inch Touch Screen smart picture frame. Wi-Fi connectivity and the included app let you synchronize and display pictures from social media, and the included remote lets you switch photos easily.
Customer Rating
5
Standard, reliable with companion app.
on July 21, 2022
Posted by: JorgeST
This smart photo frame has checked all of the "must have" boxes for me in terms of quality. Only picture frames required a thumb drive to upload picture and treated the frame it self as a storage device. New frames, like this one simply act as a passthrough to the cloud or companion app which is where all of the pictures are stored and added for future viewing. This frame is by far the lightest frame I have ever seen or owned. It is very thin too which adds to its elegant look. A neat feature that this frame has too is a wall mount on the back for hanging, my old frame did not come with this option. The frame itself it widescreen opposed to most which test to be more square like, the ratio is a true wide screen layout. The companion app is pretty standard as to what is expected in the adding pics process and works with every major smart device management software. It also is wifi enabled so no more needing to align with plug-ins throughout your home, this was expected by me but I was unsure if hardwired options even exist anymore.
All in all, if you are looking for a neat way to stay up to date with your photo viewing options then I would recommend this smart frame as an option as it is very simple to manage, upload and maneuver.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Wyze Lock Keypad makes Wyze Lock even better. Get Wyze Lock Keypad to unlock your door with a code. Wyze Lock Keypad allows you to share time-based codes with guests that only work on specific days and over specific times. It works great in the dark with a crisp LED and locks your Wyze Lock at a single touch of a button.
Customer Rating
5
Nice back up, easy to mount.
on June 22, 2022
Posted by: JorgeST
Previous smart locks that I have used have only offered a key pad on the exterior side of the smart lock. I have never seen a stand alone key pad that can be used as an unlock mechanism. With that said, its pretty straight forward - it syncs with the existing smart (same brand) lock that I have and can be used for permanent and temporary unlock code assigning. The numeric keys are firm and there is no question on if I am pressing the button hard enough. Inside the box you will receive and mounting bracket and 2 AA batteries. Install is a piece of cake too as it really only requires a couple of screws. The weather of the state I live in is currently hot and there was no issue with functionality, Id assume it will hold up in the winter months too. I usually rely on the smart phone to unlock the door but this is acting as a great back up solution in case I have guests or family coming over that needs access to entry.
All in all I am very satisfied with the back up approach of this key pad. I would have hoped this specific device was built into the lock it self, but it actually isn't that bad of an option after I have been using it now for a week plus. I would recommend this to anyone who would like a nice back up to the standard lock and key we been accustomed to in the past.
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