Question: What is the importance of that feature to you?

Pros:Voice recognition that actually works!  Very impressive VR works well.Very simple, easy to use interface.Great value at current pricing.Sleek, compact design.Screen is bright and easy to read.Free map updates (within 60 days of first use)Software updated to fix issues recently. (v4.70)FM transmitter -- though depends on your car.  Also has audio out/headphone jack.Can download lots of freebies like new voices, new vehicles, games, and so on.  (Some of the games aren't too bad.)Useful Pedestrian mode and "last location" feature (where did I park my car?), off road (find your way back to car after hunting/hiking in woods) and so on.Can optimize multi-stop routes for speed and efficiency (would be great for deliveries, for example).On board HELP.Cons:No printed manual.  Garmin can't include a proper printed manual?  Shame. They included plenty of color advertising brochures, cards, and such.No A/C adapter (optional extra) -- but you can use most any A/C to USB adapter.Even with latest map update, some new businesses in my area and a large development site not listed.Remarks:I just got my 855 and am quite happy with it.  I've only used it for trips around town, so far, so I need more time to give it a thorough test, but I thought I would go ahead and post some information which may be helpful to some of you. My initial impressions are good.  The user interface is probably the easiest to use of any of my GPS devices.  Screen is bright and clear.  Everything works as expected.In local trips, the tracking seems very accurate, no issues there.  The volume is adequate, but could be better.  Using the FM transmitter worked well for me and had enough volume.  Background static was only objectionable when the volume was turned up loud.  Even better, I tried using a cassette adapter which worked very well and gave great sound.  However, most of the time I just used the internal voice and speakers and they were acceptable.The Voice Recognition (VR) is the hot feature for this unit and I found it to work very well.  Quite impressive, actually.  It required no "training" and had a high degree of accuracy.  It is the best VR I've seen yet on any portable device.  Good enough to actually be useful.  One prime example, I can use VR to "Zoom In" and "Zoom Out" (merely by saying those phrases) of the map while driving.  I also found it worked very well to find locations on the fly.  For example, you can say "Find Nearest Mexican Restaurant" and it will show a list, then you just pick (by saying the number) and "Go!" -- very handy!  For the current price, this feature alone is worth the price of admission.So far, the navigation and routing has been fine, but I need to do more testing.  Battery power is good (3-4 hours) and the ability to pop the unit out of the cradle and take with you to use on foot (think hiking, hunting, parks, large malls, etc.) and the  "find my car" feature are nice pluses.  The "Where am I?" is also a very easy and useful way to add locations to your favorites list.I'll come back and add more after I've had more time using the unit.  Some more comments and tips below.  [If you find this review useful, please click on the "Was this review helpful to you?" Yes (or No) below and feel free to leave a comment or ask a question.  I'll do my best to answer those that I can. Thanks!]Comments:Found satellites and had good location within five minutes right out of the box in my family room.  Good receiver.Replaceable battery!  Can buy additional spares if needed (hiking, for example).VR works right off the bat - no "training" required.  Very accurate in my experience so far. (No VR system is perfect.)Free Voice Studio software allows you to record your own voice prompts!  I can see mischievous minds at work already. ;)Fast route calculations -- overall pretty snappy and accurateGood "MyGarmin" web site with lots of extras, FAQs and support info.Has jack for an external GPS antenna/receiver, though I doubt you'll ever need it.  Might be helpful in some trucks.On screen touch keyboard works well and is easy to use.Lets you easily create and save routes at home before your trip!  Some units I've had made this very difficult.  Very nice feature that is simple and easy to use.  Can save up to 10 Routes, each route can have multiple destinations and via points.  Shows you distance and time of travel for each route saved.  Very flexible.  The 855 will optimize routes so you visit destinations in the most efficient order.  Kudos, Garmin!Has on board HELPTips:-- Audio out/headphone jack provide an alternate way to get audio.  Can use external powered speakers, for example.  Many new cars have an audio in jack which will give better sound than via FM transmitter.  I tried using a cassette adapter (such as used to play mp3's via car radio) plugged into headphone/audio out jack and it worked very well.-- I tried various A/C USB chargers and all worked fine.  At first unit will go into "PC connected" mode, but if you wait 30 seconds or so, it will then switch to "normal" mode and you can use it as you normally would.  Will charge battery fine.  These chargers can be found for as little as $5 sometimes.-- You can press and hold battery icon to see more detailed information, such as per cent charged and even core temps. (Diagnostic display)-- I saw a tip somewhere online on how to adjust the internal mike gain to improve VR by decreasing the sensitivity to background noise.  Will update later on this,-- While at home, you can easily set/save the location in favorites as "Home" (Overcomes common problem of house number locations being a bit off, which affects all GPS units, by the way.)-- Amazon camera case (item No. ??? , insert link) fits this unit perfectly and has belt loop for easy carry. (Will update this info later.)-- Cancel VR button on remote works as "back" button on menus, too.-- Use 128 CBR mp3's (constant bit rate) for best results.-- Minimize background noises when using VR for best results.  (True with most VR gear.)-- After you do the map update, you still need to go to myGramin dashboard and check for the new software update.  Follow the instructions very carefully.  Takes awhile, but it works and will verify the update once done.-- You can fold a paper plate to make a bonnet to shield unit from sun (heat) ad make the display easier to read in bright sunlight (though I had no problems with this).  Heat may be causing some of the lockups others here have experienced.  (Punch holes and use rubber band to secure.)-  In cases where a city or street name can not be understood, use the 'spell' option in VR mode and spell the name.8/5/2010 Update:  Used this on a road trip this past weekend (200 miles) and it performed very well.  So I can verify a few more things:1)  Extremely fast recalculations if you deviate from the planned route.  So fast, you might not even notice it.  Fastest of any unit I have used.2)  Very fast satellite lock when you stop (i.e. turn off the car and GPS) and restart.  It will be ready before you are!3)  I used the VR extensively and it worked very, very well.  I had no problems even with the radio on (low) and some noise in the car.  Yes, a sharp or loud background noise might cause you to have to repeat a command now and then, but this actually happened only rarely.  Most of the time, it simply worked.  I have not seen any other GPS with VR this good and this complete (in terms of supported functions).  This was the most important feature for me and I am very pleased with it.  You can truly use this GPS hands free nearly all of the time.  And most importantly, *all* the functions you need while driving are supported. (Like zooming, accessing turn info, searching for POI's and so on.)4)  This trip was one I have taken many times, so I know the various routes pretty well.  I like to drive down one way and come back a different way.  On the way back, it found a new, faster route on a tricky section.  At first, I thought it was misdirecting me, but when I checked and then followed the new route, it was indeed a bit shorter/faster than the way I normally go and on as good or better roads.5)  The estimated arrival times were right on the money.6)  I used the built-in speakers most of the time and they were loud enough for me.7)  Very easy to use, no problems or issues.  The only other GPS I've used this good cost twice as much. Excellent at the main job of getting you where you want to go.

Answer: Very impressive VR works well

Pros:Voice recognition that actually works! <hl> Very impressive VR works well .Very simple, easy to use interface. <hl> Great value at current pricing. Sleek, compact design. Screen is bright and easy to read. Free map updates (within 60 days of first use)Software updated to fix issues recently. (v4.70)FM transmitter -- though depends on your car. Also has audio out/headphone jack. Can download lots of freebies like new voices, new vehicles, games, and so on. (Some of the games aren't too bad.)Useful Pedestrian mode and "last location" feature (where did I park my car?), off road (find your way back to car after hunting/hiking in woods) and so on. Can optimize multi-stop routes for speed and efficiency (would be great for deliveries, for example).On board HELP.Cons:No printed manual. Garmin can't include a proper printed manual? Shame. They included plenty of color advertising brochures, cards, and such. No A/C adapter (optional extra) -- but you can use most any A/C to USB adapter. Even with latest map update, some new businesses in my area and a large development site not listed. Remarks:I just got my 855 and am quite happy with it. I've only used it for trips around town, so far, so I need more time to give it a thorough test, but I thought I would go ahead and post some information which may be helpful to some of you. My initial impressions are good. The user interface is probably the easiest to use of any of my GPS devices. Screen is bright and clear. Everything works as expected. In local trips, the tracking seems very accurate, no issues there. The volume is adequate, but could be better. Using the FM transmitter worked well for me and had enough volume. Background static was only objectionable when the volume was turned up loud. Even better, I tried using a cassette adapter which worked very well and gave great sound. However, most of the time I just used the internal voice and speakers and they were acceptable. The Voice Recognition (VR) is the hot feature for this unit and I found it to work very well. Quite impressive, actually. It required no "training" and had a high degree of accuracy. It is the best VR I've seen yet on any portable device. Good enough to actually be useful. One prime example, I can use VR to "Zoom In" and "Zoom Out" (merely by saying those phrases) of the map while driving. I also found it worked very well to find locations on the fly. For example, you can say "Find Nearest Mexican Restaurant" and it will show a list, then you just pick (by saying the number) and "Go!" -- very handy! For the current price, this feature alone is worth the price of admission. So far, the navigation and routing has been fine, but I need to do more testing. Battery power is good (3-4 hours) and the ability to pop the unit out of the cradle and take with you to use on foot (think hiking, hunting, parks, large malls, etc.) and the "find my car" feature are nice pluses. The "Where am I?" is also a very easy and useful way to add locations to your favorites list. I'll come back and add more after I've had more time using the unit. Some more comments and tips below. [If you find this review useful, please click on the "Was this review helpful to you?" Yes (or No) below and feel free to leave a comment or ask a question. I'll do my best to answer those that I can. Thanks!]Comments:Found satellites and had good location within five minutes right out of the box in my family room. Good receiver. Replaceable battery! Can buy additional spares if needed (hiking, for example).VR works right off the bat - no "training" required. Very accurate in my experience so far. (No VR system is perfect.)Free Voice Studio software allows you to record your own voice prompts! I can see mischievous minds at work already. ;)Fast route calculations -- overall pretty snappy and accurateGood "MyGarmin" web site with lots of extras, FAQs and support info. Has jack for an external GPS antenna/receiver, though I doubt you'll ever need it. Might be helpful in some trucks. On screen touch keyboard works well and is easy to use. Lets you easily create and save routes at home before your trip! Some units I've had made this very difficult. Very nice feature that is simple and easy to use. Can save up to 10 Routes, each route can have multiple destinations and via points. Shows you distance and time of travel for each route saved. Very flexible. The 855 will optimize routes so you visit destinations in the most efficient order. Kudos, Garmin!Has on board HELPTips:-- Audio out/headphone jack provide an alternate way to get audio. Can use external powered speakers, for example. Many new cars have an audio in jack which will give better sound than via FM transmitter. I tried using a cassette adapter (such as used to play mp3's via car radio) plugged into headphone/audio out jack and it worked very well.-- I tried various A/C USB chargers and all worked fine. At first unit will go into "PC connected" mode, but if you wait 30 seconds or so, it will then switch to "normal" mode and you can use it as you normally would. Will charge battery fine. These chargers can be found for as little as $5 sometimes.-- You can press and hold battery icon to see more detailed information, such as per cent charged and even core temps. (Diagnostic display)-- I saw a tip somewhere online on how to adjust the internal mike gain to improve VR by decreasing the sensitivity to background noise. Will update later on this,-- While at home, you can easily set/save the location in favorites as "Home" (Overcomes common problem of house number locations being a bit off, which affects all GPS units, by the way.)-- Amazon camera case (item No. ??? , insert link) fits this unit perfectly and has belt loop for easy carry. (Will update this info later.)-- Cancel VR button on remote works as "back" button on menus, too.-- Use 128 CBR mp3's (constant bit rate) for best results.-- Minimize background noises when using VR for best results. (True with most VR gear.)-- After you do the map update, you still need to go to myGramin dashboard and check for the new software update. Follow the instructions very carefully. Takes awhile, but it works and will verify the update once done.-- You can fold a paper plate to make a bonnet to shield unit from sun (heat) ad make the display easier to read in bright sunlight (though I had no problems with this). Heat may be causing some of the lockups others here have experienced. (Punch holes and use rubber band to secure.)- In cases where a city or street name can not be understood, use the 'spell' option in VR mode and spell the name.8/5/2010 Update: Used this on a road trip this past weekend (200 miles) and it performed very well. So I can verify a few more things:1) Extremely fast recalculations if you deviate from the planned route. So fast, you might not even notice it. Fastest of any unit I have used.2) Very fast satellite lock when you stop (i.e. turn off the car and GPS) and restart. It will be ready before you are!3) I used the VR extensively and it worked very, very well. I had no problems even with the radio on (low) and some noise in the car. Yes, a sharp or loud background noise might cause you to have to repeat a command now and then, but this actually happened only rarely. Most of the time, it simply worked. I have not seen any other GPS with VR this good and this complete (in terms of supported functions). This was the most important feature for me and I am very pleased with it. You can truly use this GPS hands free nearly all of the time. And most importantly, *all* the functions you need while driving are supported. (Like zooming, accessing turn info, searching for POI's and so on.)4) This trip was one I have taken many times, so I know the various routes pretty well. I like to drive down one way and come back a different way. On the way back, it found a new, faster route on a tricky section. At first, I thought it was misdirecting me, but when I checked and then followed the new route, it was indeed a bit shorter/faster than the way I normally go and on as good or better roads.5) The estimated arrival times were right on the money.6) I used the built-in speakers most of the time and they were loud enough for me.7) Very easy to use, no problems or issues. The only other GPS I've used this good cost twice as much. Excellent at the main job of getting you where you want to go.

Pros:Voice recognition that actually works! <hl> Very impressive VR works well <hl>.Very simple, easy to use interface.Great value at current pricing.Sleek, compact design.Screen is bright and easy to read.Free map updates (within 60 days of first use)Software updated to fix issues recently. (v4.70)FM transmitter -- though depends on your car. Also has audio out/headphone jack.Can download lots of freebies like new voices, new vehicles, games, and so on. (Some of the games aren't too bad.)Useful Pedestrian mode and "last location" feature (where did I park my car?), off road (find your way back to car after hunting/hiking in woods) and so on.Can optimize multi-stop routes for speed and efficiency (would be great for deliveries, for example).On board HELP.Cons:No printed manual. Garmin can't include a proper printed manual? Shame. They included plenty of color advertising brochures, cards, and such.No A/C adapter (optional extra) -- but you can use most any A/C to USB adapter.Even with latest map update, some new businesses in my area and a large development site not listed.Remarks:I just got my 855 and am quite happy with it. I've only used it for trips around town, so far, so I need more time to give it a thorough test, but I thought I would go ahead and post some information which may be helpful to some of you. My initial impressions are good. The user interface is probably the easiest to use of any of my GPS devices. Screen is bright and clear. Everything works as expected.In local trips, the tracking seems very accurate, no issues there. The volume is adequate, but could be better. Using the FM transmitter worked well for me and had enough volume. Background static was only objectionable when the volume was turned up loud. Even better, I tried using a cassette adapter which worked very well and gave great sound. However, most of the time I just used the internal voice and speakers and they were acceptable.The Voice Recognition (VR) is the hot feature for this unit and I found it to work very well. Quite impressive, actually. It required no "training" and had a high degree of accuracy. It is the best VR I've seen yet on any portable device. Good enough to actually be useful. One prime example, I can use VR to "Zoom In" and "Zoom Out" (merely by saying those phrases) of the map while driving. I also found it worked very well to find locations on the fly. For example, you can say "Find Nearest Mexican Restaurant" and it will show a list, then you just pick (by saying the number) and "Go!" -- very handy! For the current price, this feature alone is worth the price of admission.So far, the navigation and routing has been fine, but I need to do more testing. Battery power is good (3-4 hours) and the ability to pop the unit out of the cradle and take with you to use on foot (think hiking, hunting, parks, large malls, etc.) and the "find my car" feature are nice pluses. The "Where am I?" is also a very easy and useful way to add locations to your favorites list.I'll come back and add more after I've had more time using the unit. Some more comments and tips below. [If you find this review useful, please click on the "Was this review helpful to you?" Yes (or No) below and feel free to leave a comment or ask a question. I'll do my best to answer those that I can. Thanks!]Comments:Found satellites and had good location within five minutes right out of the box in my family room. Good receiver.Replaceable battery! Can buy additional spares if needed (hiking, for example).VR works right off the bat - no "training" required. Very accurate in my experience so far. (No VR system is perfect.)Free Voice Studio software allows you to record your own voice prompts! I can see mischievous minds at work already. ;)Fast route calculations -- overall pretty snappy and accurateGood "MyGarmin" web site with lots of extras, FAQs and support info.Has jack for an external GPS antenna/receiver, though I doubt you'll ever need it. Might be helpful in some trucks.On screen touch keyboard works well and is easy to use.Lets you easily create and save routes at home before your trip! Some units I've had made this very difficult. Very nice feature that is simple and easy to use. Can save up to 10 Routes, each route can have multiple destinations and via points. Shows you distance and time of travel for each route saved. Very flexible. The 855 will optimize routes so you visit destinations in the most efficient order. Kudos, Garmin!Has on board HELPTips:-- Audio out/headphone jack provide an alternate way to get audio. Can use external powered speakers, for example. Many new cars have an audio in jack which will give better sound than via FM transmitter. I tried using a cassette adapter (such as used to play mp3's via car radio) plugged into headphone/audio out jack and it worked very well.-- I tried various A/C USB chargers and all worked fine. At first unit will go into "PC connected" mode, but if you wait 30 seconds or so, it will then switch to "normal" mode and you can use it as you normally would. Will charge battery fine. These chargers can be found for as little as $5 sometimes.-- You can press and hold battery icon to see more detailed information, such as per cent charged and even core temps. (Diagnostic display)-- I saw a tip somewhere online on how to adjust the internal mike gain to improve VR by decreasing the sensitivity to background noise. Will update later on this,-- While at home, you can easily set/save the location in favorites as "Home" (Overcomes common problem of house number locations being a bit off, which affects all GPS units, by the way.)-- Amazon camera case (item No. ??? , insert link) fits this unit perfectly and has belt loop for easy carry. (Will update this info later.)-- Cancel VR button on remote works as "back" button on menus, too.-- Use 128 CBR mp3's (constant bit rate) for best results.-- Minimize background noises when using VR for best results. (True with most VR gear.)-- After you do the map update, you still need to go to myGramin dashboard and check for the new software update. Follow the instructions very carefully. Takes awhile, but it works and will verify the update once done.-- You can fold a paper plate to make a bonnet to shield unit from sun (heat) ad make the display easier to read in bright sunlight (though I had no problems with this). Heat may be causing some of the lockups others here have experienced. (Punch holes and use rubber band to secure.)- In cases where a city or street name can not be understood, use the 'spell' option in VR mode and spell the name.8/5/2010 Update: Used this on a road trip this past weekend (200 miles) and it performed very well. So I can verify a few more things:1) Extremely fast recalculations if you deviate from the planned route. So fast, you might not even notice it. Fastest of any unit I have used.2) Very fast satellite lock when you stop (i.e. turn off the car and GPS) and restart. It will be ready before you are!3) I used the VR extensively and it worked very, very well. I had no problems even with the radio on (low) and some noise in the car. Yes, a sharp or loud background noise might cause you to have to repeat a command now and then, but this actually happened only rarely. Most of the time, it simply worked. I have not seen any other GPS with VR this good and this complete (in terms of supported functions). This was the most important feature for me and I am very pleased with it. You can truly use this GPS hands free nearly all of the time. And most importantly, *all* the functions you need while driving are supported. (Like zooming, accessing turn info, searching for POI's and so on.)4) This trip was one I have taken many times, so I know the various routes pretty well. I like to drive down one way and come back a different way. On the way back, it found a new, faster route on a tricky section. At first, I thought it was misdirecting me, but when I checked and then followed the new route, it was indeed a bit shorter/faster than the way I normally go and on as good or better roads.5) The estimated arrival times were right on the money.6) I used the built-in speakers most of the time and they were loud enough for me.7) Very easy to use, no problems or issues. The only other GPS I've used this good cost twice as much. Excellent at the main job of getting you where you want to go.

<hl> Very impressive VR works well <hl> .Very simple, easy to use interface.


Question: How good is the resolution of the screen?

I am a Kindle Fire HD fan. (so some of you should stop reading now) The new Nexus 7 really gives the Kindle Fire a run for its money as an entertainment device. I only have one Amazon movie, but use Hulu Plus and NetFlix. Both of those work great on both devices. Come to think of it, I didn't try viewing my Amazon Prime movie on the Nexus. My main use is web browsing, books, music and video files. The new Nexus has speakers that sound pretty much just as nice (and loud) as the KFHD. There might be a difference in screen resolution, but my eyes can't tell - both screens look bright and sharp.Books - Text to speech on Amazon Kindle books only works on the KFHD. Since many, if not most of my books are Amazon, that is a bummer - I like text to speech for when I am driving and listening at bedtime. Audible's audiobooks works fine on both.Web Browsing. Believe it or not, I side-loaded Chrome on my KFHD some time ago, but I really just use Silk. Silk is fine for my needs.So both are fine devices, so what are the attractions to one over the other?- Nexus 7 has my favorite Google apps - like Google Maps.- Nexus 7 has GPS, which sounds useful, haven't played much with it yet.- Nexus 7 allows multiple user accounts. That will really be handy.- Nexus 7's back facing camera lets you take pictures even it you look funny doing it.- Google Play store has a bajillion apps, 99.9997% of which I don't care about. But there are a half dozen I would like that aren't on Amazon's store.- Kindle Fire's built-in ebook reader will display both Amazon and non-Amazon books and will do text to speech on them all.I own both, but if I had pick just one today, I'd pick the Nexus 7. BUT, I noticed today that only the 16 gig version of the KFHD is for sale at Amazon. Perhaps Amazon is about to release a new version? Next month could be a different story.There are minor details, like the Nexus needs a special adapter cable for HDMI out where the KFHD uses a separate, "normal" socket. And the Nexus buttons are tiny and I find myself fumbling to find them.If you have an older model and are thinking of upgrading, perhaps waiting to see what Amazon responds to the Nexus 2013 with would be good. To be totally honest, I am now a fan of both tablets. And married to an iPod Touch fangirl who demands a unit she can slip into her pocket.

Answer: both screens look bright and sharp

I am a Kindle Fire HD fan. (so some of you should stop reading now) The new Nexus 7 really gives the Kindle Fire a run for its money as an entertainment device. I only have one Amazon movie, but use Hulu Plus and NetFlix. Both of those work great on both devices. Come to think of it, I didn't try viewing my Amazon Prime movie on the Nexus. My main use is web browsing, books, music and video files. The new Nexus has speakers that sound pretty much just as nice (and loud) as the KFHD. <hl> There might be a difference in screen resolution, but my eyes can't tell - both screens look bright and sharp .Books - Text to speech on Amazon Kindle books only works on the KFHD. <hl> Since many, if not most of my books are Amazon, that is a bummer - I like text to speech for when I am driving and listening at bedtime. Audible's audiobooks works fine on both. Web Browsing. Believe it or not, I side-loaded Chrome on my KFHD some time ago, but I really just use Silk. Silk is fine for my needs. So both are fine devices, so what are the attractions to one over the other?- Nexus 7 has my favorite Google apps - like Google Maps.- Nexus 7 has GPS, which sounds useful, haven't played much with it yet.- Nexus 7 allows multiple user accounts. That will really be handy.- Nexus 7's back facing camera lets you take pictures even it you look funny doing it.- Google Play store has a bajillion apps, 99.9997% of which I don't care about. But there are a half dozen I would like that aren't on Amazon's store.- Kindle Fire's built-in ebook reader will display both Amazon and non-Amazon books and will do text to speech on them all. I own both, but if I had pick just one today, I'd pick the Nexus 7. BUT, I noticed today that only the 16 gig version of the KFHD is for sale at Amazon. Perhaps Amazon is about to release a new version? Next month could be a different story. There are minor details, like the Nexus needs a special adapter cable for HDMI out where the KFHD uses a separate, "normal" socket. And the Nexus buttons are tiny and I find myself fumbling to find them. If you have an older model and are thinking of upgrading, perhaps waiting to see what Amazon responds to the Nexus 2013 with would be good. To be totally honest, I am now a fan of both tablets. And married to an iPod Touch fangirl who demands a unit she can slip into her pocket.

I am a Kindle Fire HD fan. (so some of you should stop reading now) The new Nexus 7 really gives the Kindle Fire a run for its money as an entertainment device. I only have one Amazon movie, but use Hulu Plus and NetFlix. Both of those work great on both devices. Come to think of it, I didn't try viewing my Amazon Prime movie on the Nexus. My main use is web browsing, books, music and video files. The new Nexus has speakers that sound pretty much just as nice (and loud) as the KFHD. There might be a difference in screen resolution, but my eyes can't tell - <hl> both screens look bright and sharp <hl>.Books - Text to speech on Amazon Kindle books only works on the KFHD. Since many, if not most of my books are Amazon, that is a bummer - I like text to speech for when I am driving and listening at bedtime. Audible's audiobooks works fine on both.Web Browsing. Believe it or not, I side-loaded Chrome on my KFHD some time ago, but I really just use Silk. Silk is fine for my needs.So both are fine devices, so what are the attractions to one over the other?- Nexus 7 has my favorite Google apps - like Google Maps.- Nexus 7 has GPS, which sounds useful, haven't played much with it yet.- Nexus 7 allows multiple user accounts. That will really be handy.- Nexus 7's back facing camera lets you take pictures even it you look funny doing it.- Google Play store has a bajillion apps, 99.9997% of which I don't care about. But there are a half dozen I would like that aren't on Amazon's store.- Kindle Fire's built-in ebook reader will display both Amazon and non-Amazon books and will do text to speech on them all.I own both, but if I had pick just one today, I'd pick the Nexus 7. BUT, I noticed today that only the 16 gig version of the KFHD is for sale at Amazon. Perhaps Amazon is about to release a new version? Next month could be a different story.There are minor details, like the Nexus needs a special adapter cable for HDMI out where the KFHD uses a separate, "normal" socket. And the Nexus buttons are tiny and I find myself fumbling to find them.If you have an older model and are thinking of upgrading, perhaps waiting to see what Amazon responds to the Nexus 2013 with would be good. To be totally honest, I am now a fan of both tablets. And married to an iPod Touch fangirl who demands a unit she can slip into her pocket.

There might be a difference in screen resolution, but my eyes can't tell - <hl> both screens look bright and sharp <hl> .Books - Text to speech on Amazon Kindle books only works on the KFHD.


Question: How is the price?

AWESOME, INCREDIBLE, Any other positive you can think of.  I have been thinking about getting a tablet for each of my daughters and have been reading reviews and checking out every device I can get my hands on.  I know I didn't want the el-cheepo tablets you can get for $99.  I've seen those and checked them out and they are tablets, but generally have older operating system, lack support, and don't support all the apps.  I didn't want a limited device.  I also didn't want to spend $350 per device either.  I have heard of people that got the Kindles and were very happy with them so I decided to take a chance and get 2 of them.  For the price of the refurb devices, with a percentage off e-coupon that I had, plus using my amazon points from my Amazon credit card, I was able to basically get 2 of these for the price of one.  I set my expectations a bit low because I didn't think of them as full tablets, but I'm happy to report I was rather wrong in that area.  I was very, very impressed with the Kindle Fire HD 7 inch tablet.  I have a full 10 inch Acer Iconia tablet that I like and my kids like but it's a bit large for them.  This is the perfect size and feels so good in the hands.  The screen is very clear, and the sound these things produce is just amazing.  I couldn't believe how amazing the sound on these is, and how loud!  My kids are getting them for Christmas and I can't wait to see their jaws hit the ground!  Amazon uses a custom interface for the Android OS, but it doesn't make it any less functional. It is a bit different getting used to compared with the standard Android interface, but it works fine.  It was able to do pretty much whatever I wanted to do with it.  Once you get used to the different interface, it's just as easy to get around in it as anything else, and if it's your first exposure to the world of tablet devices, I think it would be much easier to learn and get comfortable with.  I can't be happier with these things and actually, even though I have a 10 inch tablet, I'm very much considering getting one of these for me too.  I like it that much.Now, as for the refurbished part, don't be afraid of that word.  I get refurb stuff all the time and so far, here's what my experience is... they are great!  It seems like the refurb items have had all the bugs worked out and have had more rigorous testing than the new devices.  I've had plenty of new things stop working on me and had to get them replaced or repaired, but I've never had one single refurb device have any issue at all... ever (knock on wood!!).  These had no signs of ever having been used.  Not one single scratch or blemish, and Amazon's support is growing to be legend.  They want people to be happy with their purchases and will go the extra mile to ensure you are, so the support they offer is very good.I guess the bottom line is, if you are looking to get a tablet to start into the tablet world, or want something for the kids, then you have to consider this.  The price is excellent and it's a great tablet.  You won't be dissapointed.

Answer: cheepo tablets you can get for $99

AWESOME, INCREDIBLE, Any other positive you can think of. I have been thinking about getting a tablet for each of my daughters and have been reading reviews and checking out every device I can get my hands on. <hl> I know I didn't want the el- cheepo tablets you can get for $99 . <hl> I've seen those and checked them out and they are tablets, but generally have older operating system, lack support, and don't support all the apps. I didn't want a limited device. I also didn't want to spend $350 per device either. I have heard of people that got the Kindles and were very happy with them so I decided to take a chance and get 2 of them. For the price of the refurb devices, with a percentage off e-coupon that I had, plus using my amazon points from my Amazon credit card, I was able to basically get 2 of these for the price of one. I set my expectations a bit low because I didn't think of them as full tablets, but I'm happy to report I was rather wrong in that area. I was very, very impressed with the Kindle Fire HD 7 inch tablet. I have a full 10 inch Acer Iconia tablet that I like and my kids like but it's a bit large for them. This is the perfect size and feels so good in the hands. The screen is very clear, and the sound these things produce is just amazing. I couldn't believe how amazing the sound on these is, and how loud! My kids are getting them for Christmas and I can't wait to see their jaws hit the ground! Amazon uses a custom interface for the Android OS, but it doesn't make it any less functional. It is a bit different getting used to compared with the standard Android interface, but it works fine. It was able to do pretty much whatever I wanted to do with it. Once you get used to the different interface, it's just as easy to get around in it as anything else, and if it's your first exposure to the world of tablet devices, I think it would be much easier to learn and get comfortable with. I can't be happier with these things and actually, even though I have a 10 inch tablet, I'm very much considering getting one of these for me too. I like it that much. Now, as for the refurbished part, don't be afraid of that word. I get refurb stuff all the time and so far, here's what my experience is... they are great! It seems like the refurb items have had all the bugs worked out and have had more rigorous testing than the new devices. I've had plenty of new things stop working on me and had to get them replaced or repaired, but I've never had one single refurb device have any issue at all... ever (knock on wood!!). These had no signs of ever having been used. Not one single scratch or blemish, and Amazon's support is growing to be legend. They want people to be happy with their purchases and will go the extra mile to ensure you are, so the support they offer is very good. I guess the bottom line is, if you are looking to get a tablet to start into the tablet world, or want something for the kids, then you have to consider this. The price is excellent and it's a great tablet. You won't be dissapointed.

AWESOME, INCREDIBLE, Any other positive you can think of. I have been thinking about getting a tablet for each of my daughters and have been reading reviews and checking out every device I can get my hands on. I know I didn't want the el-<hl> cheepo tablets you can get for $99 <hl>. I've seen those and checked them out and they are tablets, but generally have older operating system, lack support, and don't support all the apps. I didn't want a limited device. I also didn't want to spend $350 per device either. I have heard of people that got the Kindles and were very happy with them so I decided to take a chance and get 2 of them. For the price of the refurb devices, with a percentage off e-coupon that I had, plus using my amazon points from my Amazon credit card, I was able to basically get 2 of these for the price of one. I set my expectations a bit low because I didn't think of them as full tablets, but I'm happy to report I was rather wrong in that area. I was very, very impressed with the Kindle Fire HD 7 inch tablet. I have a full 10 inch Acer Iconia tablet that I like and my kids like but it's a bit large for them. This is the perfect size and feels so good in the hands. The screen is very clear, and the sound these things produce is just amazing. I couldn't believe how amazing the sound on these is, and how loud! My kids are getting them for Christmas and I can't wait to see their jaws hit the ground! Amazon uses a custom interface for the Android OS, but it doesn't make it any less functional. It is a bit different getting used to compared with the standard Android interface, but it works fine. It was able to do pretty much whatever I wanted to do with it. Once you get used to the different interface, it's just as easy to get around in it as anything else, and if it's your first exposure to the world of tablet devices, I think it would be much easier to learn and get comfortable with. I can't be happier with these things and actually, even though I have a 10 inch tablet, I'm very much considering getting one of these for me too. I like it that much.Now, as for the refurbished part, don't be afraid of that word. I get refurb stuff all the time and so far, here's what my experience is... they are great! It seems like the refurb items have had all the bugs worked out and have had more rigorous testing than the new devices. I've had plenty of new things stop working on me and had to get them replaced or repaired, but I've never had one single refurb device have any issue at all... ever (knock on wood!!). These had no signs of ever having been used. Not one single scratch or blemish, and Amazon's support is growing to be legend. They want people to be happy with their purchases and will go the extra mile to ensure you are, so the support they offer is very good.I guess the bottom line is, if you are looking to get a tablet to start into the tablet world, or want something for the kids, then you have to consider this. The price is excellent and it's a great tablet. You won't be dissapointed.

I know I didn't want the el- <hl> cheepo tablets you can get for $99 <hl> .


Question: How good is the camera of the nook?

For anyone who, like me is new to using an iPod, you will be glad you have this one.  The camera works well and luckily, many coffee shops have free WiFi, so you can stay connected just about any time you go out.The only real drawbacks is that you have to have WiFi to place calls.  On the plus side, the camera is excellent and the sound quality is also quite good.A good product and it is even better if you have pre-paid telephone service.

Answer: the camera is excellent

For anyone who, like me is new to using an iPod, you will be glad you have this one. The camera works well and luckily, many coffee shops have free WiFi, so you can stay connected just about any time you go out. The only real drawbacks is that you have to have WiFi to place calls. <hl> On the plus side, the camera is excellent and the sound quality is also quite good. <hl> A good product and it is even better if you have pre-paid telephone service.

For anyone who, like me is new to using an iPod, you will be glad you have this one. The camera works well and luckily, many coffee shops have free WiFi, so you can stay connected just about any time you go out.The only real drawbacks is that you have to have WiFi to place calls. On the plus side, <hl> the camera is excellent <hl> and the sound quality is also quite good.A good product and it is even better if you have pre-paid telephone service.


Question: Is the signal good?

I'm using this as a range extender only so I can't comment about it's use as a routerWhen I updated to a new router with Time Warner, it was a combo router/modem and the signal was weaker than my previous router. My setup is in the basement. I'd never had a problem before but now our phones couldn't get a wifi signal upstairs. Our laptops could pick up a signal but it was weak and intermittent. So I bought the Securifi Almond to boost our signal. It works like a charm and was extremely easy to setup. I put it in a room directly above the router. The laptops now get full bars and the phones also get a good strong signal from anywhere in the house. I haven't tried using any devices outside yet, but I'm confident it will work there too. Love it!

Answer: our phones couldn't get a wifi signal

I'm using this as a range extender only so I can't comment about it's use as a routerWhen I updated to a new router with Time Warner, it was a combo router/modem and the signal was weaker than my previous router. My setup is in the basement. <hl> I'd never had a problem before but now our phones couldn't get a wifi signal upstairs. <hl> Our laptops could pick up a signal but it was weak and intermittent. So I bought the Securifi Almond to boost our signal. It works like a charm and was extremely easy to setup. I put it in a room directly above the router. The laptops now get full bars and the phones also get a good strong signal from anywhere in the house. I haven't tried using any devices outside yet, but I'm confident it will work there too. Love it!

I'm using this as a range extender only so I can't comment about it's use as a routerWhen I updated to a new router with Time Warner, it was a combo router/modem and the signal was weaker than my previous router. My setup is in the basement. I'd never had a problem before but now <hl> our phones couldn't get a wifi signal <hl> upstairs. Our laptops could pick up a signal but it was weak and intermittent. So I bought the Securifi Almond to boost our signal. It works like a charm and was extremely easy to setup. I put it in a room directly above the router. The laptops now get full bars and the phones also get a good strong signal from anywhere in the house. I haven't tried using any devices outside yet, but I'm confident it will work there too. Love it!


Question: Does the company has available driver?

I don't yet have a Wireless N router (probably later this year), so I cannot test the Wireless N speeds obtained this adapter, so you will need to check other reviews for that one detail.In my bedroom, the wifi coverage from my router is weak and patchy - as received by the built-in wireless on my laptop - so I thought I would try using this adapter instead.The adapter comes with a USB extension, which I think is very helpful for troublesome locations, as you can experiment with different placements and escape "dead zones".It also includes a small CD with complete drivers.  For any other device, the drivers could be on the web... but... if you bought this adapter because your internal wireless adapter is dead, then you can't download the drivers, because you need this device to get on the Internet !  So, it is good that TP-LINK has considered that possibility.  Of course, it's also simpler to just insert the CD.  The only flaw in this system is that some devices have no CD drive - then you will need to use another laptop or PC to either transfer the CD's contents to a USB flashdrive, or else download them from tp-link.us web site and transfer to a USB flashdrive.Anyway, the install was very easy, and all I had to do was click on my router's ID, enter my password, and it was up and running.The wireless G performance is excellent, and the USB extension allowed me to find a point in my bedroom to position the adapter, that always has good wireless coverage from my router, so everything is cool now for using my laptop in bed. :)So far, I've had good experiences with TP-LINK products.  If I change my mind, I'll come back and update the relevant reviews.  When I get an N router, I'll update with the N performance too.

Answer: can't download the drivers

I don't yet have a Wireless N router (probably later this year), so I cannot test the Wireless N speeds obtained this adapter, so you will need to check other reviews for that one detail. In my bedroom, the wifi coverage from my router is weak and patchy - as received by the built-in wireless on my laptop - so I thought I would try using this adapter instead. The adapter comes with a USB extension, which I think is very helpful for troublesome locations, as you can experiment with different placements and escape "dead zones". It also includes a small CD with complete drivers. For any other device, the drivers could be on the web... but... <hl> if you bought this adapter because your internal wireless adapter is dead, then you can't download the drivers , because you need this device to get on the Internet ! <hl> So, it is good that TP-LINK has considered that possibility. Of course, it's also simpler to just insert the CD. The only flaw in this system is that some devices have no CD drive - then you will need to use another laptop or PC to either transfer the CD's contents to a USB flashdrive, or else download them from tp-link.us web site and transfer to a USB flashdrive. Anyway, the install was very easy, and all I had to do was click on my router's ID, enter my password, and it was up and running. The wireless G performance is excellent, and the USB extension allowed me to find a point in my bedroom to position the adapter, that always has good wireless coverage from my router, so everything is cool now for using my laptop in bed. :) So far, I've had good experiences with TP-LINK products. If I change my mind, I'll come back and update the relevant reviews. When I get an N router, I'll update with the N performance too.

I don't yet have a Wireless N router (probably later this year), so I cannot test the Wireless N speeds obtained this adapter, so you will need to check other reviews for that one detail.In my bedroom, the wifi coverage from my router is weak and patchy - as received by the built-in wireless on my laptop - so I thought I would try using this adapter instead.The adapter comes with a USB extension, which I think is very helpful for troublesome locations, as you can experiment with different placements and escape "dead zones".It also includes a small CD with complete drivers. For any other device, the drivers could be on the web... but... if you bought this adapter because your internal wireless adapter is dead, then you <hl> can't download the drivers <hl>, because you need this device to get on the Internet ! So, it is good that TP-LINK has considered that possibility. Of course, it's also simpler to just insert the CD. The only flaw in this system is that some devices have no CD drive - then you will need to use another laptop or PC to either transfer the CD's contents to a USB flashdrive, or else download them from tp-link.us web site and transfer to a USB flashdrive.Anyway, the install was very easy, and all I had to do was click on my router's ID, enter my password, and it was up and running.The wireless G performance is excellent, and the USB extension allowed me to find a point in my bedroom to position the adapter, that always has good wireless coverage from my router, so everything is cool now for using my laptop in bed. :)So far, I've had good experiences with TP-LINK products. If I change my mind, I'll come back and update the relevant reviews. When I get an N router, I'll update with the N performance too.

if you bought this adapter because your internal wireless adapter is dead, then you <hl> can't download the drivers <hl> , because you need this device to get on the Internet !


Question: How is the quality of review?

I want to start this review and let everyone know, Foscam has great customer service.I worked  with Ralph Mendez, and I have to say he was an expert when it comes  to setting up the camera.My advice , do not try to set up the camera  unless you really know how to configure your router and know about computers.I took the easy way, and just called Foscam as soon as I received my camera. Ralph took control of my computer and when he was done my camera was working perfectly.Just  a note, sound does not work on an Apple Mac.  Foscam advised me they are having some problems and they will be correcting it.  Don't spend hours like I did installing the plugin only to find it does not work.I purchased the Foscam pro app for my iPad and iPhone and it works perfectly.  Now I can check my home security from a remote location.  This app allows you to take clear pictures and video.For an inexpensive camera, it works extremely well.

Answer: start this review and let everyone know

<hl> I want to start this review and let everyone know , Foscam has great customer service. <hl> I worked with Ralph Mendez, and I have to say he was an expert when it comes to setting up the camera. My advice , do not try to set up the camera unless you really know how to configure your router and know about computers. I took the easy way, and just called Foscam as soon as I received my camera. Ralph took control of my computer and when he was done my camera was working perfectly. Just a note, sound does not work on an Apple Mac. Foscam advised me they are having some problems and they will be correcting it. Don't spend hours like I did installing the plugin only to find it does not work. I purchased the Foscam pro app for my iPad and iPhone and it works perfectly. Now I can check my home security from a remote location. This app allows you to take clear pictures and video. For an inexpensive camera, it works extremely well.

I want to <hl> start this review and let everyone know <hl>, Foscam has great customer service.I worked with Ralph Mendez, and I have to say he was an expert when it comes to setting up the camera.My advice , do not try to set up the camera unless you really know how to configure your router and know about computers.I took the easy way, and just called Foscam as soon as I received my camera. Ralph took control of my computer and when he was done my camera was working perfectly.Just a note, sound does not work on an Apple Mac. Foscam advised me they are having some problems and they will be correcting it. Don't spend hours like I did installing the plugin only to find it does not work.I purchased the Foscam pro app for my iPad and iPhone and it works perfectly. Now I can check my home security from a remote location. This app allows you to take clear pictures and video.For an inexpensive camera, it works extremely well.

I want to <hl> start this review and let everyone know <hl> , Foscam has great customer service.


Question: How is the speaker clear?

Let me preface my review by saying that I am no "audiophile."  While I do have electrical engineering knowledge and understand many of the specs that can be compared amongst speaker sets, I cannot discern some of the subtle differences that true audio technicians can.  On the other hand, I am also picky about sound quality and am able to immediately notice many aspects of speaker design based on how they affect the sound of a song.With that said, my appraisal of the Klipsch Promedia 2.1 system is a 5-star rating.  These high-quality speakers are excellently designed, admirably built, and deliver outstanding sound quality whether they are used with music, movies, or video games.First off, the speakers themselves are wonderful.  Featuring strong midrange drivers and bright "horn style" tweeters (a Klipsch tradition), they deliver the full range of frequencies contained in a typical audio track.  In this regard they surpass competition such as Logitech, which lacks good midrange abilities.  The Klipsch speakers are good enough to draw out flaws in lower quality audio tracks, which can be mildly annoying, but is a great testimony to the quality of the drivers and filters.Now, the subwoofer.  I demand GOOD bass from my music.  I hate deafeningly loud, boomy bass units that obscure the higher frequencies and irritate everyone within a half mile radius.  On the other hand, weak bass drivers that rattle and vibrate or distort when the music is turned up are also an abomination.  The Klipsch subwoofer, which runs at 50 watts continuously and can peak at 130 watts, is perfect for in-home audio use.  While it probably would not be sufficient to overcome road noise in a car (I have a 150 watt subwoofer there), it is more than ample for a home theater system.  I absolutely love the sound of the bass from this thing; while it is ported, which generally makes for boomier bass, the Klipsch unit does deliver very tight, clean bass.  A former roommate who was arguably much more of an "audiophile" than myself even commented with approving surprise about the great resonance the sub has at low frequencies.  Again, this sub might appear to be weak at only 50 watts RMS, but it is MORE than sufficient.  If you turn up the volume loud enough to start distorting or rattling the subwoofer, you will be completely deafened by the satellites.Features are where the Klipsch speakers lose a few points from the overall rating...but not very many.  Like most computer speakers, they feature a decently lengthy input cord (1/8" [3.5mm] stereo mini-jack), headphone port, and volume adjustment on the primary satellite.In addition, three features stand out as especially nice.  First, there is an additional input port (female 1/8" [3.5mm] stereo mini-jack) which means you can play music and video games at the same time, for example.Next, the speakers are connected to the amplifier/subwoofer unit via detachable 2-wire speaker cords, NOT hardwired cords.  This means you have a lot of flexibility in the placement of the units; additionally, the included wires are very long.  If they aren't long enough, you could also solder an extra length of ordinary speaker wire to the amplifier end because they simply clip into place.  The satellite ends have 1/8" jacks on them which plug firmly into the back of the satellites.Lastly, the subwoofer can be fully adjusted via a knob on the primary satellite, meaning you can turn it down or even off without affecting the volume of the music.  This is great in apartments and dorms where the bass is OK during the day but must be toned down at night to avoid disturbing people.The one feature of the set that is NOT a plus would be the placement of the power switch.  In order to prevent that awful popping noise that occurs when you power up a speaker set remotely (such as by flipping the switch on a power strip), you'll want to use the unit's built-in power switch.  Unfortunately, this is located on the back lower part of the amplifier/subwoofer, under the wiring connections and generally in a place where you will have trouble reaching.  Usually, the sub gets tucked away under a desk or in a corner, and thus the switch location is rather terrible.  Logitech systems, for example, often have a remote or hardwired control pod which includes power and volume controls.Build quality on the speakers is also a plus.  The subwoofer is sturdy and rugged MDF, with a quality black coating and a firmly attached rear amplifier panel.  The satellites are injection molded plastic, but it is thick and strong, and the bases (which can be removed for optional wall mounting) are coated metal.  I have had the speakers for several years now and they have never once acted up on me or required repair.All in all, the Klipsch Promedia 2.1 set is a phenomenal, spectacular set of speakers for a relatively cheap, 2.1 style unit that was designed with computer audio in mind.  With a few adapters, you can easily use this with your TV, XBox, and many other devices, as I currently do.  Again, larger home audio units will provide better and louder sound, but these will also cost a great deal more.  I would highly recommend these speakers to anyone who needs a compact setup but demands good quality sound.

Answer: quality speakers are excellently designed

Let me preface my review by saying that I am no "audiophile." While I do have electrical engineering knowledge and understand many of the specs that can be compared amongst speaker sets, I cannot discern some of the subtle differences that true audio technicians can. On the other hand, I am also picky about sound quality and am able to immediately notice many aspects of speaker design based on how they affect the sound of a song. With that said, my appraisal of the Klipsch Promedia 2.1 system is a 5-star rating. <hl> These high- quality speakers are excellently designed , admirably built, and deliver outstanding sound quality whether they are used with music, movies, or video games. <hl> First off, the speakers themselves are wonderful. Featuring strong midrange drivers and bright "horn style" tweeters (a Klipsch tradition), they deliver the full range of frequencies contained in a typical audio track. In this regard they surpass competition such as Logitech, which lacks good midrange abilities. The Klipsch speakers are good enough to draw out flaws in lower quality audio tracks, which can be mildly annoying, but is a great testimony to the quality of the drivers and filters. Now, the subwoofer. I demand GOOD bass from my music. I hate deafeningly loud, boomy bass units that obscure the higher frequencies and irritate everyone within a half mile radius. On the other hand, weak bass drivers that rattle and vibrate or distort when the music is turned up are also an abomination. The Klipsch subwoofer, which runs at 50 watts continuously and can peak at 130 watts, is perfect for in-home audio use. While it probably would not be sufficient to overcome road noise in a car (I have a 150 watt subwoofer there), it is more than ample for a home theater system. I absolutely love the sound of the bass from this thing; while it is ported, which generally makes for boomier bass, the Klipsch unit does deliver very tight, clean bass. A former roommate who was arguably much more of an "audiophile" than myself even commented with approving surprise about the great resonance the sub has at low frequencies. Again, this sub might appear to be weak at only 50 watts RMS, but it is MORE than sufficient. If you turn up the volume loud enough to start distorting or rattling the subwoofer, you will be completely deafened by the satellites. Features are where the Klipsch speakers lose a few points from the overall rating...but not very many. Like most computer speakers, they feature a decently lengthy input cord (1/8" [3.5mm] stereo mini-jack), headphone port, and volume adjustment on the primary satellite. In addition, three features stand out as especially nice. First, there is an additional input port (female 1/8" [3.5mm] stereo mini-jack) which means you can play music and video games at the same time, for example. Next, the speakers are connected to the amplifier/subwoofer unit via detachable 2-wire speaker cords, NOT hardwired cords. This means you have a lot of flexibility in the placement of the units; additionally, the included wires are very long. If they aren't long enough, you could also solder an extra length of ordinary speaker wire to the amplifier end because they simply clip into place. The satellite ends have 1/8" jacks on them which plug firmly into the back of the satellites. Lastly, the subwoofer can be fully adjusted via a knob on the primary satellite, meaning you can turn it down or even off without affecting the volume of the music. This is great in apartments and dorms where the bass is OK during the day but must be toned down at night to avoid disturbing people. The one feature of the set that is NOT a plus would be the placement of the power switch. In order to prevent that awful popping noise that occurs when you power up a speaker set remotely (such as by flipping the switch on a power strip), you'll want to use the unit's built-in power switch. Unfortunately, this is located on the back lower part of the amplifier/subwoofer, under the wiring connections and generally in a place where you will have trouble reaching. Usually, the sub gets tucked away under a desk or in a corner, and thus the switch location is rather terrible. Logitech systems, for example, often have a remote or hardwired control pod which includes power and volume controls. Build quality on the speakers is also a plus. The subwoofer is sturdy and rugged MDF, with a quality black coating and a firmly attached rear amplifier panel. The satellites are injection molded plastic, but it is thick and strong, and the bases (which can be removed for optional wall mounting) are coated metal. I have had the speakers for several years now and they have never once acted up on me or required repair. All in all, the Klipsch Promedia 2.1 set is a phenomenal, spectacular set of speakers for a relatively cheap, 2.1 style unit that was designed with computer audio in mind. With a few adapters, you can easily use this with your TV, XBox, and many other devices, as I currently do. Again, larger home audio units will provide better and louder sound, but these will also cost a great deal more. I would highly recommend these speakers to anyone who needs a compact setup but demands good quality sound.

Let me preface my review by saying that I am no "audiophile." While I do have electrical engineering knowledge and understand many of the specs that can be compared amongst speaker sets, I cannot discern some of the subtle differences that true audio technicians can. On the other hand, I am also picky about sound quality and am able to immediately notice many aspects of speaker design based on how they affect the sound of a song.With that said, my appraisal of the Klipsch Promedia 2.1 system is a 5-star rating. These high-<hl> quality speakers are excellently designed <hl>, admirably built, and deliver outstanding sound quality whether they are used with music, movies, or video games.First off, the speakers themselves are wonderful. Featuring strong midrange drivers and bright "horn style" tweeters (a Klipsch tradition), they deliver the full range of frequencies contained in a typical audio track. In this regard they surpass competition such as Logitech, which lacks good midrange abilities. The Klipsch speakers are good enough to draw out flaws in lower quality audio tracks, which can be mildly annoying, but is a great testimony to the quality of the drivers and filters.Now, the subwoofer. I demand GOOD bass from my music. I hate deafeningly loud, boomy bass units that obscure the higher frequencies and irritate everyone within a half mile radius. On the other hand, weak bass drivers that rattle and vibrate or distort when the music is turned up are also an abomination. The Klipsch subwoofer, which runs at 50 watts continuously and can peak at 130 watts, is perfect for in-home audio use. While it probably would not be sufficient to overcome road noise in a car (I have a 150 watt subwoofer there), it is more than ample for a home theater system. I absolutely love the sound of the bass from this thing; while it is ported, which generally makes for boomier bass, the Klipsch unit does deliver very tight, clean bass. A former roommate who was arguably much more of an "audiophile" than myself even commented with approving surprise about the great resonance the sub has at low frequencies. Again, this sub might appear to be weak at only 50 watts RMS, but it is MORE than sufficient. If you turn up the volume loud enough to start distorting or rattling the subwoofer, you will be completely deafened by the satellites.Features are where the Klipsch speakers lose a few points from the overall rating...but not very many. Like most computer speakers, they feature a decently lengthy input cord (1/8" [3.5mm] stereo mini-jack), headphone port, and volume adjustment on the primary satellite.In addition, three features stand out as especially nice. First, there is an additional input port (female 1/8" [3.5mm] stereo mini-jack) which means you can play music and video games at the same time, for example.Next, the speakers are connected to the amplifier/subwoofer unit via detachable 2-wire speaker cords, NOT hardwired cords. This means you have a lot of flexibility in the placement of the units; additionally, the included wires are very long. If they aren't long enough, you could also solder an extra length of ordinary speaker wire to the amplifier end because they simply clip into place. The satellite ends have 1/8" jacks on them which plug firmly into the back of the satellites.Lastly, the subwoofer can be fully adjusted via a knob on the primary satellite, meaning you can turn it down or even off without affecting the volume of the music. This is great in apartments and dorms where the bass is OK during the day but must be toned down at night to avoid disturbing people.The one feature of the set that is NOT a plus would be the placement of the power switch. In order to prevent that awful popping noise that occurs when you power up a speaker set remotely (such as by flipping the switch on a power strip), you'll want to use the unit's built-in power switch. Unfortunately, this is located on the back lower part of the amplifier/subwoofer, under the wiring connections and generally in a place where you will have trouble reaching. Usually, the sub gets tucked away under a desk or in a corner, and thus the switch location is rather terrible. Logitech systems, for example, often have a remote or hardwired control pod which includes power and volume controls.Build quality on the speakers is also a plus. The subwoofer is sturdy and rugged MDF, with a quality black coating and a firmly attached rear amplifier panel. The satellites are injection molded plastic, but it is thick and strong, and the bases (which can be removed for optional wall mounting) are coated metal. I have had the speakers for several years now and they have never once acted up on me or required repair.All in all, the Klipsch Promedia 2.1 set is a phenomenal, spectacular set of speakers for a relatively cheap, 2.1 style unit that was designed with computer audio in mind. With a few adapters, you can easily use this with your TV, XBox, and many other devices, as I currently do. Again, larger home audio units will provide better and louder sound, but these will also cost a great deal more. I would highly recommend these speakers to anyone who needs a compact setup but demands good quality sound.

These high- <hl> quality speakers are excellently designed <hl> , admirably built, and deliver outstanding sound quality whether they are used with music, movies, or video games.


Question: What do you think about each button?

I'm a huge fan of gaming in general. Doesn't matter if it's PC or console, it's something I enjoy. The one thing I never really felt at home with, however, were mice. Unfortunately, I could never find a mouse that really felt 'right', or didn't hurt my hand after prolonged use. The mousing 'motion' is just not something that, well, meshes with me. I've been through dozens of Logitech and Razer mice, and eventually gave up. I knew what I wanted - Thumb control, like playing with a controller. I eventually found myself looking into a trackball, and settled on the old "red ball" trackman wheel.The Trackman Wheel, unfortunately, had a few issues. I didn't mind that it was wired. I did, however, find myself frustrated with the lack of forward and back buttons. Second of all, the optical DPI was just way too low for precise aiming in FPS games. If I remember correctly someone rated it at 400dpi, which is just unacceptable. A solid trackball, but these two little errors sent me slinking back to my trusty Razer Lachesis.I actually wrote Logitech an email describing a "gaming trackball" with laser tracking. I highly doubt they ever read my email, but they actually released the exact product I wished for, so I jumped right on it!Unfortunately, I have yet to get an invite to the Vine program, so I actually had to dish out the 49.99 myself. I don't regret it!First of all, the wireless technology in this trackball is certainly up to date. Latency is not an issue at all, and having the option to be wireless is certainly a plus. I do wish it came with a detachable cable in case you didn't want to deal with the battery, but then again, the single AA battery this unit requires promises to last up to 18 months. If this is true then I cannot mark this product down. I've had it for two weeks now, and so far, so good. I am running Windows 7.The addition of back and forward buttons answers the plea that many people have been crying for ever since the old Microsoft Trackball Optical was discontinued: A fully featured thumb-controlled trackball that doesn't cost 400 dollars due to becoming a collectors item.To make things better, most people always agreed that the Trackman series had better ergonomics than the MS Trackball, however the lack of buttons was the big deal breaker. It seems that most companies focus on their palm/prominent fingered trackballs and totally ignore the thumb-based ones.The M570 is the answer to all these problems, well, and more.I was quite shocked and excited when I heard that it was using a laser sensor. I am unsure of the DPI since Logitech doesn't seem to release that information, but it's certainly much higher than the Trackman Wheel, which makes it a godsend. The accuracy is top notch, the glide of the ball is just right, and the buttons feel solid. Nevermind the comfort of the ball in general. There are no problems there. I really cannot find anything wrong with this ball.If I was going to add anything it would be the following: Actual published DPI rating, Additional buttons for on-the-fly DPI adjustment, and finally one of those awesome Hyperscroll wheels that Logitech has released on their gaming mice.It seems that Logitech is even downplaying the fact that this ball is laser-tracked. The question is: Why? I know I am not the only person who games with a trackball, and while many people have settled with Kensington's balls for the task, I have been waiting out for an appropriate thumb-controlled trackball. Perhaps the M570 is just a test before they release the true "gaming grade" trackball? Or will this be the final hurrah in the trackball world?As of writing this, the M570 is undoubtedly the best Trackball on the market, not only for gaming but also casual use. Despite the few features that could have been included, the addition of laser tracking and two control buttons make it tough to beat and fills a huge void in the market. One can only hope this device's success convinces Logitech to continue further with their trackball efforts. Until then, the M570 will be my ball of choice for headshots.

Answer: The Trackman Wheel, unfortunately, had a few issues. I didn't mind that it was wired. I did, however, find myself frustrated with the lack of forward and back buttons.

I'm a huge fan of gaming in general. Doesn't matter if it's PC or console, it's something I enjoy. The one thing I never really felt at home with, however, were mice. Unfortunately, I could never find a mouse that really felt 'right', or didn't hurt my hand after prolonged use. The mousing 'motion' is just not something that, well, meshes with me. I've been through dozens of Logitech and Razer mice, and eventually gave up. I knew what I wanted - Thumb control, like playing with a controller. I eventually found myself looking into a trackball, and settled on the old "red ball" trackman wheel. <hl> The Trackman Wheel, unfortunately, had a few issues. I didn't mind that it was wired. I did, however, find myself frustrated with the lack of forward and back buttons. Second of all, the optical DPI was just way too low for precise aiming in FPS games. <hl> If I remember correctly someone rated it at 400dpi, which is just unacceptable. A solid trackball, but these two little errors sent me slinking back to my trusty Razer Lachesis. I actually wrote Logitech an email describing a "gaming trackball" with laser tracking. I highly doubt they ever read my email, but they actually released the exact product I wished for, so I jumped right on it!Unfortunately, I have yet to get an invite to the Vine program, so I actually had to dish out the 49.99 myself. I don't regret it!First of all, the wireless technology in this trackball is certainly up to date. Latency is not an issue at all, and having the option to be wireless is certainly a plus. I do wish it came with a detachable cable in case you didn't want to deal with the battery, but then again, the single AA battery this unit requires promises to last up to 18 months. If this is true then I cannot mark this product down. I've had it for two weeks now, and so far, so good. I am running Windows 7.The addition of back and forward buttons answers the plea that many people have been crying for ever since the old Microsoft Trackball Optical was discontinued: A fully featured thumb-controlled trackball that doesn't cost 400 dollars due to becoming a collectors item. To make things better, most people always agreed that the Trackman series had better ergonomics than the MS Trackball, however the lack of buttons was the big deal breaker. It seems that most companies focus on their palm/prominent fingered trackballs and totally ignore the thumb-based ones. The M570 is the answer to all these problems, well, and more. I was quite shocked and excited when I heard that it was using a laser sensor. I am unsure of the DPI since Logitech doesn't seem to release that information, but it's certainly much higher than the Trackman Wheel, which makes it a godsend. The accuracy is top notch, the glide of the ball is just right, and the buttons feel solid. Nevermind the comfort of the ball in general. There are no problems there. I really cannot find anything wrong with this ball. If I was going to add anything it would be the following: Actual published DPI rating, Additional buttons for on-the-fly DPI adjustment, and finally one of those awesome Hyperscroll wheels that Logitech has released on their gaming mice. It seems that Logitech is even downplaying the fact that this ball is laser-tracked. The question is: Why? I know I am not the only person who games with a trackball, and while many people have settled with Kensington's balls for the task, I have been waiting out for an appropriate thumb-controlled trackball. Perhaps the M570 is just a test before they release the true "gaming grade" trackball? Or will this be the final hurrah in the trackball world?As of writing this, the M570 is undoubtedly the best Trackball on the market, not only for gaming but also casual use. Despite the few features that could have been included, the addition of laser tracking and two control buttons make it tough to beat and fills a huge void in the market. One can only hope this device's success convinces Logitech to continue further with their trackball efforts. Until then, the M570 will be my ball of choice for headshots.

I'm a huge fan of gaming in general. Doesn't matter if it's PC or console, it's something I enjoy. The one thing I never really felt at home with, however, were mice. Unfortunately, I could never find a mouse that really felt 'right', or didn't hurt my hand after prolonged use. The mousing 'motion' is just not something that, well, meshes with me. I've been through dozens of Logitech and Razer mice, and eventually gave up. I knew what I wanted - Thumb control, like playing with a controller. I eventually found myself looking into a trackball, and settled on the old "red ball" trackman wheel.<hl> The Trackman Wheel, unfortunately, had a few issues. I didn't mind that it was wired. I did, however, find myself frustrated with the lack of forward and back buttons. <hl> Second of all, the optical DPI was just way too low for precise aiming in FPS games. If I remember correctly someone rated it at 400dpi, which is just unacceptable. A solid trackball, but these two little errors sent me slinking back to my trusty Razer Lachesis.I actually wrote Logitech an email describing a "gaming trackball" with laser tracking. I highly doubt they ever read my email, but they actually released the exact product I wished for, so I jumped right on it!Unfortunately, I have yet to get an invite to the Vine program, so I actually had to dish out the 49.99 myself. I don't regret it!First of all, the wireless technology in this trackball is certainly up to date. Latency is not an issue at all, and having the option to be wireless is certainly a plus. I do wish it came with a detachable cable in case you didn't want to deal with the battery, but then again, the single AA battery this unit requires promises to last up to 18 months. If this is true then I cannot mark this product down. I've had it for two weeks now, and so far, so good. I am running Windows 7.The addition of back and forward buttons answers the plea that many people have been crying for ever since the old Microsoft Trackball Optical was discontinued: A fully featured thumb-controlled trackball that doesn't cost 400 dollars due to becoming a collectors item.To make things better, most people always agreed that the Trackman series had better ergonomics than the MS Trackball, however the lack of buttons was the big deal breaker. It seems that most companies focus on their palm/prominent fingered trackballs and totally ignore the thumb-based ones.The M570 is the answer to all these problems, well, and more.I was quite shocked and excited when I heard that it was using a laser sensor. I am unsure of the DPI since Logitech doesn't seem to release that information, but it's certainly much higher than the Trackman Wheel, which makes it a godsend. The accuracy is top notch, the glide of the ball is just right, and the buttons feel solid. Nevermind the comfort of the ball in general. There are no problems there. I really cannot find anything wrong with this ball.If I was going to add anything it would be the following: Actual published DPI rating, Additional buttons for on-the-fly DPI adjustment, and finally one of those awesome Hyperscroll wheels that Logitech has released on their gaming mice.It seems that Logitech is even downplaying the fact that this ball is laser-tracked. The question is: Why? I know I am not the only person who games with a trackball, and while many people have settled with Kensington's balls for the task, I have been waiting out for an appropriate thumb-controlled trackball. Perhaps the M570 is just a test before they release the true "gaming grade" trackball? Or will this be the final hurrah in the trackball world?As of writing this, the M570 is undoubtedly the best Trackball on the market, not only for gaming but also casual use. Despite the few features that could have been included, the addition of laser tracking and two control buttons make it tough to beat and fills a huge void in the market. One can only hope this device's success convinces Logitech to continue further with their trackball efforts. Until then, the M570 will be my ball of choice for headshots.


Question: How is setting?

It looks like this model is phasing out anyway, but this is just a word to the obsessive shoppers who are spending countless hours examining reviews and painstakingly weighing the differences between this and the FZ40 (as I did)...Many people have said that the FZ35 images have less noise than the FZ40. That may be true, but the FZ35 is still pretty noisy, even at low ISO's, so the difference is probably minimal. They are sharp, detailed and well-exposed, but the grain is noticeable at larger sizes...doesn't even compete with a first generation Canon Rebel on that front. So don't think the choice is between a camera with minimal noise and another with a lot of noise; neither of them is stellar. If I were to make the decision again, I would go with the FZ40 because of the improved features and increased zoom.Other than that, it's still a great camera and I use it all the time. The zoom, compactness, and fantastic video implementation are wonderful. Just don't pixel-peep at 100% or you'll be disappointed.

Answer: The zoom, compactness, and fantastic video implementation are wonderful

It looks like this model is phasing out anyway, but this is just a word to the obsessive shoppers who are spending countless hours examining reviews and painstakingly weighing the differences between this and the FZ40 (as I did)... Many people have said that the FZ35 images have less noise than the FZ40. That may be true, but the FZ35 is still pretty noisy, even at low ISO's, so the difference is probably minimal. They are sharp, detailed and well-exposed, but the grain is noticeable at larger sizes...doesn't even compete with a first generation Canon Rebel on that front. So don't think the choice is between a camera with minimal noise and another with a lot of noise; neither of them is stellar. If I were to make the decision again, I would go with the FZ40 because of the improved features and increased zoom. Other than that, it's still a great camera and I use it all the time. <hl> The zoom, compactness, and fantastic video implementation are wonderful . <hl> Just don't pixel-peep at 100% or you'll be disappointed.

It looks like this model is phasing out anyway, but this is just a word to the obsessive shoppers who are spending countless hours examining reviews and painstakingly weighing the differences between this and the FZ40 (as I did)...Many people have said that the FZ35 images have less noise than the FZ40. That may be true, but the FZ35 is still pretty noisy, even at low ISO's, so the difference is probably minimal. They are sharp, detailed and well-exposed, but the grain is noticeable at larger sizes...doesn't even compete with a first generation Canon Rebel on that front. So don't think the choice is between a camera with minimal noise and another with a lot of noise; neither of them is stellar. If I were to make the decision again, I would go with the FZ40 because of the improved features and increased zoom.Other than that, it's still a great camera and I use it all the time. <hl> The zoom, compactness, and fantastic video implementation are wonderful <hl>. Just don't pixel-peep at 100% or you'll be disappointed.

<hl> The zoom, compactness, and fantastic video implementation are wonderful <hl> .


Question: How describe the camera?

Like many people I spent nearly three months trying to determine which camera to purchase. I looked at the Nikon D90 and D7000; as well as, the Canon T2i. In the end I felt the best value was the Canon 60D. I could go on and on about the camera but most importantly I can say I'm very happy with my decision. This camera is stacked with features and takes fantastic pictures. I honestly don't think you can go wrong with any of the cameras but for me it came down to pixels, pentaprism, autofocus, LCD, and price. I have always been a Canon guy (A1, two Rebels) but this was my first digital and I was open to either company. In the end my view was that Canon is a better value at the lower end and Nikon is a better product at the high end.In terms of my decision to go with the 60D over the T2i I just felt that the extra features were going to get me better pictures and ultimately make me happier in the long term. These cameras are big so while the Rebel is smaller it is still a substantial camera with the lens on it. You have to be committed to carrying around a camera of this size. From a price perspective, the 60D was an additional $200. That gets you a better view finder and better focusing. These two things can make a huge difference between getting the best possible picture.Having used a high end film camera since I was 15 I find the controls to be very intuitive. There is a lot there so it will still take me some time to learn all the features but I'm able to get off and running very quickly. When you look at the reviews most of the issues are overstated. The majority of pictures with this camera will be taken in one of the standard shooting modes. The rest of the settings are nice to have but are hard to fiddle with when you are just concentrating on getting pictures taken of a brithday or a sporting event. There's one rule that seems to stand the test of time - the 80-20 rule. 80% of the people will use 20% of the functionality of this camera. The other 20% may use 80% but it will be less than 20% of the time.Lastly, I wouldn't get too caught up with the lenses either. This is a good all around lens if you can have only one lens. Again, 80% of the people will rarely change a lens. There are better lenses but most of us just won't notice the difference. I do believe that image stabilization is a must. In my mind it is the single biggest benefit to the average user. Sure some lenses focus faster or are better in low light but most of us can just hold down the shutter and use a flash.Get the camera and have some fun. There will be plenty of time to upgrade lenses, flashes, etc. You'll never be able to get back the pictures you miss.

Answer: This camera is stacked with features and takes fantastic pictures

Like many people I spent nearly three months trying to determine which camera to purchase. I looked at the Nikon D90 and D7000; as well as, the Canon T2i. In the end I felt the best value was the Canon 60D. I could go on and on about the camera but most importantly I can say I'm very happy with my decision. <hl> This camera is stacked with features and takes fantastic pictures . <hl> I honestly don't think you can go wrong with any of the cameras but for me it came down to pixels, pentaprism, autofocus, LCD, and price. I have always been a Canon guy (A1, two Rebels) but this was my first digital and I was open to either company. In the end my view was that Canon is a better value at the lower end and Nikon is a better product at the high end. In terms of my decision to go with the 60D over the T2i I just felt that the extra features were going to get me better pictures and ultimately make me happier in the long term. These cameras are big so while the Rebel is smaller it is still a substantial camera with the lens on it. You have to be committed to carrying around a camera of this size. From a price perspective, the 60D was an additional $200. That gets you a better view finder and better focusing. These two things can make a huge difference between getting the best possible picture. Having used a high end film camera since I was 15 I find the controls to be very intuitive. There is a lot there so it will still take me some time to learn all the features but I'm able to get off and running very quickly. When you look at the reviews most of the issues are overstated. The majority of pictures with this camera will be taken in one of the standard shooting modes. The rest of the settings are nice to have but are hard to fiddle with when you are just concentrating on getting pictures taken of a brithday or a sporting event. There's one rule that seems to stand the test of time - the 80-20 rule. 80% of the people will use 20% of the functionality of this camera. The other 20% may use 80% but it will be less than 20% of the time. Lastly, I wouldn't get too caught up with the lenses either. This is a good all around lens if you can have only one lens. Again, 80% of the people will rarely change a lens. There are better lenses but most of us just won't notice the difference. I do believe that image stabilization is a must. In my mind it is the single biggest benefit to the average user. Sure some lenses focus faster or are better in low light but most of us can just hold down the shutter and use a flash. Get the camera and have some fun. There will be plenty of time to upgrade lenses, flashes, etc. You'll never be able to get back the pictures you miss.

Like many people I spent nearly three months trying to determine which camera to purchase. I looked at the Nikon D90 and D7000; as well as, the Canon T2i. In the end I felt the best value was the Canon 60D. I could go on and on about the camera but most importantly I can say I'm very happy with my decision. <hl> This camera is stacked with features and takes fantastic pictures <hl>. I honestly don't think you can go wrong with any of the cameras but for me it came down to pixels, pentaprism, autofocus, LCD, and price. I have always been a Canon guy (A1, two Rebels) but this was my first digital and I was open to either company. In the end my view was that Canon is a better value at the lower end and Nikon is a better product at the high end.In terms of my decision to go with the 60D over the T2i I just felt that the extra features were going to get me better pictures and ultimately make me happier in the long term. These cameras are big so while the Rebel is smaller it is still a substantial camera with the lens on it. You have to be committed to carrying around a camera of this size. From a price perspective, the 60D was an additional $200. That gets you a better view finder and better focusing. These two things can make a huge difference between getting the best possible picture.Having used a high end film camera since I was 15 I find the controls to be very intuitive. There is a lot there so it will still take me some time to learn all the features but I'm able to get off and running very quickly. When you look at the reviews most of the issues are overstated. The majority of pictures with this camera will be taken in one of the standard shooting modes. The rest of the settings are nice to have but are hard to fiddle with when you are just concentrating on getting pictures taken of a brithday or a sporting event. There's one rule that seems to stand the test of time - the 80-20 rule. 80% of the people will use 20% of the functionality of this camera. The other 20% may use 80% but it will be less than 20% of the time.Lastly, I wouldn't get too caught up with the lenses either. This is a good all around lens if you can have only one lens. Again, 80% of the people will rarely change a lens. There are better lenses but most of us just won't notice the difference. I do believe that image stabilization is a must. In my mind it is the single biggest benefit to the average user. Sure some lenses focus faster or are better in low light but most of us can just hold down the shutter and use a flash.Get the camera and have some fun. There will be plenty of time to upgrade lenses, flashes, etc. You'll never be able to get back the pictures you miss.

<hl> This camera is stacked with features and takes fantastic pictures <hl> .


Question: How was the connection?

I am using it for my wife's desktop that reside next door about 20 feet away.  The signal has always been excellent and almost never a drop signal (knock on wood)just use the standard connecting software from Windows 7/8/8.1 and ignore the TP-LINK software all together.  Overall this is an excellent piece of hardware especially factoring the price.

Answer: The signal has always been excellent and almost never a drop signal

I am using it for my wife's desktop that reside next door about 20 feet away. <hl> The signal has always been excellent and almost never a drop signal (knock on wood)just use the standard connecting software from Windows 7/8/8.1 and ignore the TP-LINK software all together. <hl> Overall this is an excellent piece of hardware especially factoring the price.

I am using it for my wife's desktop that reside next door about 20 feet away. <hl> The signal has always been excellent and almost never a drop signal <hl> (knock on wood)just use the standard connecting software from Windows 7/8/8.1 and ignore the TP-LINK software all together. Overall this is an excellent piece of hardware especially factoring the price.


Question: How is the design?

This cooling pad is great. I have a lg. 18" HP that is prone to getting real hot. Not a problem anymore! Love it! The plug does have some sharp edges on it as it is made to be plugged into if needing the extra port. This is a standard plug and I would not miss out on this pad because of it. Just works too damn good!

Answer: Just works too damn good

Just works too damn good !

This cooling pad is great. I have a lg. 18" HP that is prone to getting real hot. Not a problem anymore! Love it! The plug does have some sharp edges on it as it is made to be plugged into if needing the extra port. This is a standard plug and I would not miss out on this pad because of it. <hl> Just works too damn good ! <hl>

This cooling pad is great. I have a lg. 18" HP that is prone to getting real hot. Not a problem anymore! Love it! The plug does have some sharp edges on it as it is made to be plugged into if needing the extra port. This is a standard plug and I would not miss out on this pad because of it. <hl> Just works too damn good <hl>!


Question: How do you rate the quality?

Their cord is too large to pick it on the go, the desing its not the best but ok!And for my head they are a it small.Altough all this issues the sound is perfect, they sound as good as a Beats HD, they are pretty affordable and cheap, so this is a pretty good option if you re looking for some oon ear headphones to listen your music on your mp3, ipod, cell phone!They are reccomended a hundred percent!

Answer: phone!They are reccomended a hundred percent

Their cord is too large to pick it on the go, the desing its not the best but ok!And for my head they are a it small. <hl> Altough all this issues the sound is perfect, they sound as good as a Beats HD, they are pretty affordable and cheap, so this is a pretty good option if you re looking for some oon ear headphones to listen your music on your mp3, ipod, cell phone!They are reccomended a hundred percent ! <hl>

Their cord is too large to pick it on the go, the desing its not the best but ok!And for my head they are a it small.Altough all this issues the sound is perfect, they sound as good as a Beats HD, they are pretty affordable and cheap, so this is a pretty good option if you re looking for some oon ear headphones to listen your music on your mp3, ipod, cell <hl> phone!They are reccomended a hundred percent <hl>!

Altough all this issues the sound is perfect, they sound as good as a Beats HD, they are pretty affordable and cheap, so this is a pretty good option if you re looking for some oon ear headphones to listen your music on your mp3, ipod, cell <hl> phone!They are reccomended a hundred percent <hl> !


Question: How is the output from the from the z-680?

Roku 2 maker needs to be more specific with instructions when error occurs. Using composite cables my picture was black & white which was never mentioned in instructions. HDMI cable presented good color. Great little unit.

Answer: HDMI cable

HDMI cable presented good color.

Roku 2 maker needs to be more specific with instructions when error occurs. Using composite cables my picture was black & white which was never mentioned in instructions. <hl> HDMI cable presented good color. <hl> Great little unit.

Roku 2 maker needs to be more specific with instructions when error occurs. Using composite cables my picture was black & white which was never mentioned in instructions. <hl> HDMI cable <hl> presented good color. Great little unit.