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Type and click across computers effortlessly with the Logitech MK955 Signature Slim Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo made out of recycled plastic. Make work-life magic with customization and shortcuts that keep you in control of your wireless mouse and keyboard. Enjoy fast, precise scrolling and a familiar laptop-style keyboard feel that allows you to work even smarter with the Logi Options+ App’s custom shortcuts. Quiet keyboard typing and mouse clicking give you more focus and less disturbance to others. Connect wirelessly with Bluetooth or the included Logi Bolt USB receiver, and stay concentrated for longer with up to 36 months of battery life for the wireless keyboard and 24 months for the wireless mouse for larger hands.
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This new set from logitech is clearly designed with a particular user in mind. That is the person who works from home on a work device and wants to also with their personal home device. Setup Logi+ options software on both devices, sync the mouse and keyboard and voila. You can seamlessly move between work and home pc's with the same mouse and keyboard and also copy and paste between machines.
I found syncing the keyboard to the logi+ software a little buggy but it did eventually work. With a single keypress you can fully switch between saved PCs/Laptops, same with the mouse on the bottom. Mouse can hold two dpi settings, no free scrolling though which is a shame.
Keyboard is a very lowkey slim model which is obvious from the name of it, but I found hitting the keys for work credentials. Maybe I'm just a slim keyboard guy but I found I missed my keystrokes more often than not.
If you want the slim keyboard and the ability to work seamlessly between multiple systems than this is your setup. At the price point it feels worthwhile for the options you get along with it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Get lost in any passion project with the HP Series 5 31.5-inch FHD Monitor. Its sleek, thin-and-light design gives you the flexibility to enjoy entertainment while vibrant color and deep contrast ratio lets you see everything as it was meant to be seen. Enhance your screen time and your pastime with a higher refreshrate for a screen-tear-free experience.
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If you are a gamer this is not the monitor you have been looking for keep going. This is a 32" VA panel with 1080p resolution. The PPI is less than desirable at this resolution and screen size.
No Vesa Mount so you have no options for arm or wall mount. The stand is fine nothing fantastic or terrible about it. On the back you've got 3 connection's 1xVGA and 2xHDMI. Don't see many VGA monitors now a days but here is one if you are small demographic this is targeted at.
This will take a console over hdmi but remember its only 1920x1080 and its a low refresh rate at 60 hz as well. The colors are what you would expect on a VA panel, no surprises awaiting you here. You can make the usual color corrections in the menu along with brightness, contrast etc.
I don't like the HP proprietary power supply plug, its one more thing if you lose the power brick you are going to have a bad day trying to find another one to replace it.
The cable management on the stand is decent so that's a plus. Overall it's an average looking monitor with an average amount of features. Biggest determining factors for 3 stars is no vesa mount and terrible proprietary connections.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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To the music lovers with a playlist for every mood and moment, meet your new obsession. Bose designed earbuds with OpenAudio technology that combines complete openness to your surroundings with rich, private sound only you can hear. Get your run on, take a call, go all day. Do whatever your thing is and pause for nothing. Compromise? A word you don’t believe in. With Bose Immersive Audio, the open-ear headphones don’t just feel good and look good, they bring you closer to your music. Bose Immersive Audio spatializes music so you’re not only listening to the music. You’re in it. Are you ready to change the way you listen?
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The latest and greatest from Bose in earbuds. They sit on the outside of your ear rather than inside allowing you to listen to music, podcasts etc. and never have to stop having conversation with those around you.
I work in IT in a corporate environment and these are great for staying connected and being available to provide support all day. Battery life is fantastic 8 hours on standard play mode, 4 hrs on immersive and the charging case gets you another 19 hrs of play time.
You might be concerned about comfort but despite clipping on your outer ear these are so comfortable you will forget you are wearing them throughout the day.
These are custom made for a particular user who wants to listen to music but be available to chat or listen to their surroundings all day. If you are looking for the best in ANC these are not the earbuds for you.
Couple things the case is not wireless charging enabled and a since they don't go in the ear there is no real adjusting the earbuds they just clip on and sit.
With the app you can do the usual amount of customization, firmware updates, edit what the buttons do. The buttons are mechanical push buttons not touch sensors which feels satisfying to push.
If you are the user these were intended for you won't find any more comfortable earbuds to get through your day and listen to music while staying engaged in water cooler talk.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Fuel your system performance with the Crucial® T500 Gen4 NVMe® SSD. Experience faster gaming and amp up your creative potential with an SSD that moves as fast as you need it to. Heavy tasks are no problem with better performance to power efficiency, and the T500 works with your laptop or desktop.
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The T500 is a next great SSD at the peak of it's game. You can put this in your gaming computer or it's also compatible as a PS5 drive. My review will look at the PC side.
Installation was a breeze as with any m2 style SSD plug into the slot and screw it down. I decided to clone my old SSD to this and it worked perfect and I was up and running in no time. Cold boot times to windows login are mere seconds.
Transfer speeds are lightning fast I ran some benchmarks and had read speeds at the advertised 7000mb/s. Whether you plan on making this a main drive or a secondary gaming drive you will not be disappointed.
Just a reminder if you are new to the world of data storage this is marketed as 2tb, Windows will find about 1.81 TB of usable space one you format it properly, this is intended.
Love the fact that Crucial is backing this with an extended warranty of 5 years, you know that they stand behind the product. There's is literally no downside for the performance of this NVME drive at the price point, this is it chief.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Ridge is a minimalist, RFID blocking wallet. The main cardholder uses elastic to expand to hold up to 12 IDs and credit cards. The typical leather bifold gets packed with faded receipts and unnecessary cards, resembling something more like a suitcase than a wallet. The Ridge is minimalist without being limiting. It’s about carrying less but always having what you need.
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5
Great alternative to a traditional wallet
on November 25, 2023
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The Ridge wallet is a great alternative to a traditional wallet. It comes in a small box and is already assembled and ready to use. It does come with some extra screws should you ever need to replace any of the ones that come pre installed.
I've used a similiar type of clip/money holder from amazon that is meant to be a cheaper version of this and it was in fact cheaply made. You can tell this is the real deal.
Using it is as simple as figuring out the order you want to put your cards/ID's in and then putting your cash into the back strap. I will admit that if this is your first time owning this kind of clip there is a small learning curve with pushing out the cards you want. After a few days it'll feel natural but the lightweight footprint it carries in your pocket will quickly make you glad you made the switch.
The only thing I worry about is the elastic bands on the outside that keep everything in place fraying or wearing down but only time will tell. This was a problem on cheaper brands.
Overall would recommend I love this style of clip and would not go back to a traditional wallet.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Defined in ambition. Built through rigor. M75 AIR was made for a single purpose – to help you win. The symmetrical mouse shape has been expertly crafted to let nothing come between you and top-tier play. The speed and control you gain from M75 AIR is simply unrivaled, and at just 60g, M75 AIR is unbelievably light, enabling you to make the most agile movements, sweeps, and recenters. The 26K DPI CORSAIR MARKSMAN optical sensor detects those moves with pro grade precision, and your shots register instantly on optical switches guaranteed for 100 million clicks. When you grasp M75 AIR, you’re holding a mouse that’s sculpted by victory.
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The Corsair M75 Air Wireless Ultra Lightweight Gaming Mouse is a simple mouse if you are looking for something lightweight and without a ton of buttons to fumble with.
Packaging is simple and frustration free with the option to connect via dongle or bluetooth. You also get a long usb cable to charge it as needed.
You will need to grab the iCue software from Corsair to really get into the details of the mouse. You can do a lot of customization from lighting effects to making custom macros and assigning them to the buttons.
Where this mouse really shines is in the weight and feel of it. I've been gaming for a few decades and I don't think I've ever had a gaming mouse feel this light in my hands. It helps for precision and glides so smoothly along my desk when needed. The DPI settings feel appropriate for what you are getting and fully customizable in the software with a custom "sniper" mode as well.
Overall I found the mouse to be very usable and easy to figure out and with the lightweight perfect option when playing FPS games to get a tight shot off. Would recommend.
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Experience exceptional gaming desktop performance in an optimized chassis with an exclusive Alienware design that focuses on minimalism, thermal efficiency and quieter acoustics for all gamers.
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Good Prebuilt but be sure it's what you want
on October 22, 2023
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Alienware has been a household name in pc gaming for a long time and the r16 is more of the same. 16gb ram, 1tb ssd, 4060ti and 13th gen i7 will help get you going on whatever games you enjoy most. I was able to enjoy all my favorites including Baldur's Gate 3 with it on medium settings. The 4060ti is mostly suited to a 1080p build, it will leave you desiring more if you have a high end 4k system.
Everything is well put together with a liquid cooler that keeps my system idling in the 30's and maybe 60-70 range gaming on max settings.
I'm an upgrade enthusiast so a couple things to be aware on the internals of this build. Only two ram slots, most common boards nowadays have at least 4. There are two m2 nvme slots, while one is used for the drive that comes with the system, so you can add one more nvme slot and one sata HDD/SSD. Cable management is well done. 4060TI is powered by one 1-8pin power connector and there is only one spare 6 pin power connector. If you have a high end gpu you want to swap in that takes 2 -8 pin power connectors or more you are out of luck.
All the parts on the inside are proprietary to Alienware so swapping in a custom PSU or motherboard/cpu is out of the question as well.
I feel like the rgb is a little lackluster for an Alienware only the rear fan and the front of the case have RGB, I feel like the cooler was the perfect spot for some more but it leaves it feeling a little dark inside.
If you are 100% happy with the specs that come with it, then this thing is solid and will serve you well as you would expect from the Alienware name. If you are looking for something to build off of I would not recommend this you will just run into frustration with limited ports and proprietary parts.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The CORSAIR K70 CORE gaming keyboard empowers your best play and makes gaming and typing amazing. With silky smooth CORSAIR Red linear mechanical switches and two layers of sound dampening foam for a superior typing sound and feel, this is premier CORSAIR performance at its core. Take control effortlessly with a multi-function rotary dial and programmable media button, configurable in iCUE. Use iCUE to also customize the K70 CORE’s dazzling per-key RGB lighting and make your desktop your own dynamic work of art, and then save your RGB settings and macros on up to five onboard profiles to always have at the ready. Your ambition starts with the K70 CORE.
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4
Corsair with another Gaming Option Keyboard
on October 21, 2023
Posted by: mibeal
I've owned my fair share of gaming keyboards through the years from all the big names. Corsair has another entry with the K70 Core. First off you need to grab the iCue software and get firmware updated which is pretty status quo in this day and age.
I personally had a lot of issues with the software and the keyboard operating together. At one point I had to do some PC reboots, plugging/unplugging for the keyboard and software to talk nicely.
The keys themselves all sit a bit high and they are very "clicky" these are not quiet keys in my opinion so keep in mind if you have family/co workers close by who might not appreciate that.
I also had some issues with keyboard not being recognized Pre-OS load to get into the bios, backlight not engaging until OS loads making it hard to see what I need to type etc.
The keyboard seems to be a bit too reliant on the iCue software in my opinion. I'm all for customization, RGB options, etc but to cripple the keyboard without is not acceptable in my opinion. I also was not a fan of the volume knob in the upper right corner it looks odd and feels odd to use rather than including a traditional scroll wheel, instead of this knob that feels like it belongs on a DJ Turntable rather than a gaming keyboard.
It's not the worst keyboard I've come across but it didn't click for me, might be right for you.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Game on a retro-inspired Dell G15 5535 gaming laptop with all the modern essentials for everyday gaming. Equipped with 15.6" FHD 120 Hz Display for immersive gameplay. Experience powerful gaming experience with the latest AMD Ryzen 5 CPU.
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Dell has another competing laptop for the gamer in the G15. Packaging is pretty basic but easy, power cord, laptop. Charger is beefy at 240w.
Laptop has a nice red backlight to the keys which gives a decent aesthetic. You get a fast 120hz screen, windows 11 home, 16gb ram 1tb ssd, everything you need to game comfortably. Battery life is solid found myself for gaming for multiple hours without need to look for my charger.
Keys are low height but feel good and didn't feel like I was missing many keystrokes. GPU is perfect suited to the screen so you can run most games on medium to high comfortably. Thermals seem good, there is an optional performance mode you can toggle on to send the fan into overdrive but it's very loud, seems to do just fine without it.
Just watch out for backlight bleed on the screen the particular unit I received had it bad in the lower right corner. Expect a bit more QA from a company like Dell on something like this, hence my 4 star rating.
All in all its a solid gaming machine and everything comes together nicely, won't break your budget and get you into your game of choice.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SCUF Envision was designed to deliver the best controller experience for PC gamers. Equipped with 11 additional remappable inputs, ultra-fast wired/wireless connectivity, and advanced software for macros and endless customization options. Our new OMRON mechanical ABXY and D-Pad buttons offer crisp and responsive clicks. Adjustable Instant Triggers allow you to switch between mouse-like clicks and full trigger range. Unlock the full power of Envision by .mapping the fully configurable inputs to any PC shortcut, customizing your RGB Lighting Strip, and tailoring your thumbstick and trigger response curves. More control, more finesse, and more performance to once again, change your game
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Scuf is known for their exceptional quality in the products they release and this controller is no exception. Packaging is frustration free and everything comes out really simple and clean.
You get your usual swappable thumbsticks and tools to make modifications to the controller for your liking.
You do need the iCue software from Corsair to program the controller and also update the firmware (which you will want to do first thing.) It comes with a usb a receiver and also a cable to plug in the controller for the updates.
Buttons mostly feel good but I was not too happy with the buttons they added to the side below the shoulder buttons. I kept hitting them in advertently no matter what I tried, so I ended up disabling them in the software and not assigning any keybinds to them.
Overall the buttons feel responsive, the controller doesn't feel too big or too small in my hands. You've got some programmable buttons along the bottom to control volume, mic mute, etc. they can be customized in the software.
If you are looking for an alternative to the xbox elite controller to use on your PC, this is what you should be looking at.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The WD_Black P50 Game Drive SSD provides the tools you need to drive your game. With read speeds of up to 2000MB/s and up to 1TB of storage, you’ll spend less time waiting to get back in the game and more time actually playing. Designed from the ground up with the gamer in mind, the WD_Black P50 Game Drive SSD is future-ready with a SuperSpeed USB 20Gb/s interface to provide full compatibility to your PC or console.
Overview says console but does it really work with a ps4 pro
Yes it would work fine with a ps4 pro, its a usb drive it would be limited by the usb 3 port on your ps4 pro but you would gain some loading time over the drive that ships with the ps4 pro.
3 years, 11 months ago
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Get peace and quiet anywhere with these Sony truly wireless noise-cancelling earbuds. An advanced HD noise-cancelling processor blocks distracting background noise so you can focus in noisy environments, and Bluetooth connectivity ensures easy use with smartphones and other devices. These Sony truly wireless noise-cancelling earbuds include a convenient charging case that offers up to 24 hours of use per charge.
How comfortable are they? Do they feel like they're going to fall out with rigorous exercise (running) or do they have a secure fit a majority of the time?
They do not feel secure to me and I tried several of the ear tip sizes. One of the major complaints in my review was that when walking/running they don't feel secure.
4 years, 8 months ago
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Enjoy hours of reliability and speed with this HP Pavilion desktop. Its AMD Ryzen 5 processor and 12GB of RAM let you accomplish multiple tasks at the same time, and its 1TB hard drive provides plenty of space for file storage. This HP Pavilion desktop comes with a wired keyboard and mouse for interacting with Windows 10 Home.
how long has this been on the market I cant find any reviews any where I bought it because it sounds good on the inside and the last HP Pavillion I bought in 2011 is still running mostly good but I am preparing for needing a new 1
New to the market maybe a month or so. Short version of my review is if you just want to use this for checking email typing up documents and browsing web you will be ok. Don't expect any kind of gaming or 4k movie watching on this. Even just using it as a workstation feels somewhat slow with the 1tb mechanical drive. Add a SSD and it will be a speedy machine for you.
5 years, 8 months ago
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Enjoy hours of reliability and speed with this HP Pavilion desktop. Its AMD Ryzen 5 processor and 12GB of RAM let you accomplish multiple tasks at the same time, and its 1TB hard drive provides plenty of space for file storage. This HP Pavilion desktop comes with a wired keyboard and mouse for interacting with Windows 10 Home.
Will I be able to add a GTX 1050 graphics card to this build without replacing the power supply?
No you def will not it only comes with a 180w power supply most of those cards require 400w minimum.
5 years, 8 months ago
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Enjoy hours of reliability and speed with this HP Pavilion desktop. Its AMD Ryzen 5 processor and 12GB of RAM let you accomplish multiple tasks at the same time, and its 1TB hard drive provides plenty of space for file storage. This HP Pavilion desktop comes with a wired keyboard and mouse for interacting with Windows 10 Home.
Graphics card? Dedicated or integrated? Does it have it's own Vram? Or shares the 12GB system ram?
Integrated graphics not usable on anything but the likes of esport/minecraft games. 1gb vram.
5 years, 8 months ago
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Power your custom-built computer with this CORSAIR power supply. It's built for efficient operation, so it saves energy and doesn’t produce much heat, and it operates quietly at slow and medium speeds for a better work environment. The modular cable system of this CORSAIR power supply provides easy, clutter-free installation in compatible ATX desktop cases.
Simplify tasks with this 15.6-inch HP ENVY convertible laptop. Its Full HD touch screen lets you navigate the intuitive Windows 10 interface, and its Intel Core i7 processor and 16GB of RAM ensure demanding programs run smoothly. This HP ENVY convertible laptop has a 1TB hard drive for storing photos, videos and documents.Learn more.
Is this loptop is good for gaming?
I would not get this laptop for gaming in my opinion.
6 years, 4 months ago
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