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Product review of JBL Clip 5
Sentiment: Somewhat positive
The JBL Clip 5 is a highly portable and rugged Bluetooth speaker with improved versatility, solid sound quality, and useful app connectivity, making it a compelling choice for those seeking an affordable and durable on-the-go audio solution.
...Big power and volume for its size.... Next quote
In-Depth Review of the JBL Clip 5: Is It the Best Portable Speaker Yet?
6:37
29 Nov 2024
๐ŸŽต Improved design adds value
...I love this design and the improvements JBL has made to this speaker add quite a bit of value in my opinion... Watch in video
๐Ÿ”— Wider opening for carabiner
...I think the slight improvement to the carabiner design with a slightly wider opening should help it attach to more places... Watch in video
๐Ÿ“ฑ App connectivity with extra options
...The addition of app connectivity gives you a few extra options for fine-tuning your sound preferences... Watch in video
๐Ÿ”‹ Precise battery life indicator
...The bigger news story is the app now lets you view precise battery life, which is a huge plus... Watch in video
๐ŸŽ›๏ธ Easy-to-use controls
...All the controls on the speaker are easy to find and use or just feel for... Watch in video
๐Ÿ“ Good size for portability
...It's a really good size speaker while still being highly portable... Watch in video
โณ Solid 12-hour battery life
...12 hours of battery life is solid... Watch in video
๐Ÿ”Š Decent sound quality for size
...Given its size, it sounds pretty good... Watch in video
๐Ÿค” ๐ŸŽต Sound quality may disappoint some users
...The speaker may lean a bit towards the high end with a titch of raspiness and maybe thinner bass... Watch quote in video
๐Ÿค” ๐Ÿšช Carabiner design still narrow
...With that said, it is still quite narrow and doesn't fit over things like doorknobs... Watch quote in video
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Product review of Sonos Roam 2
Sentiment: Mixed
The Sonos Roam 2 offers minor improvements in Bluetooth connectivity and design, making it a solid choice for Sonos loyalists seeking a portable speaker, but its limited battery life and unchanged audio features suggest current owners of the original Roam need not rush to upgrade.
...A tweak, not a transformation.... Next quote
Sonos Roam 2: A Modest Upgrade or Just a Facelift?
8:37
5 Jul 2024
๐Ÿ“ฆ Highly portable and lightweight
...The speaker is small, highly portable, and lightweight, and it's waterproof... Watch in video
๐ŸŒŠ Waterproof design
...It's waterproof. The design lets you use it laying flat or standing on its end, and it can really crank... Watch in video
๐Ÿ”Š Great sound quality
...The overall audio quality is really good and the speaker's well-tuned, and it's possible to get a lot of depth in the music... Watch in video
โž• Bluetooth button addition
...Sonos has made the addition of a Bluetooth button a good selling feature since it means you can now use it more easily away from home... Watch in video
๐Ÿ”„ Improved power-saving feature
...Glad to say that Sonos fixed this with a firmware update... the speaker will indeed power down on its own if it hasn't been used in about 30 minutes... Watch in video
๐ŸŽง Compatible with Sonos ecosystem
...If you're a Sonos loyalist... Sonos Roam 2 should be able to play very nicely in the sandbox, particularly since you don't need to use Wi-Fi to use it... Watch in video
๐Ÿค” ๐Ÿ’ฆ The speaker still doesn't float
...The speaker is not without its downsides, mainly that it still doesn't float... Watch quote in video
๐Ÿค” ๐Ÿ”‹ Battery life is on the lower side
...10 hours isn't a lot for a portable wireless speaker, particularly when other portable models can give you 20 hours or more... Watch quote in video
๐Ÿค” ๐Ÿ“ฑ Sonos app and ecosystem issues
...There is also the matter of the Sonos app and the larger ecosystem not functioning as seamlessly as it should... Watch quote in video
๐Ÿค” โšก Limited improvement over previous model
...Sonos Roam 2 isn't a big upgrade...making tweaks where necessary, and I consider that a big plus... Watch quote in video
๐Ÿค” ๐Ÿ’ฐ Can be overkill for basic needs
...if you're just looking for something for tailgating or to toss into the cup holder for camping, this may be overkill... Watch quote in video
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Product review of Sonos Move 2
The Sonos Move 2 impresses with its superior sound quality, notable improvements over its predecessor, and durable design, though its weight and setup challenges might not suit everyone.
...Sonos aims to bridge sound and portability gap... Next quote
Sonos Move 2 portable speaker review
8:26
6 Nov 2023
๐ŸŽต More than double the battery life for outdoor or on-the-go use.
...The Move 2 also comes with a larger battery along with some power efficiency improvements allowing the speaker to continuously play back audio all day (as in 24 hours). That is double the battery life of the older model (just 11 hours of battery on original Move)... Watch in video
๐ŸŒŸ Outstanding Sound Quality.
...Sonos Move 2 is easily the sweetest sounding portable speaker you'll ever find...every note that comes out of the Move 2 is a gift... Watch in video
๐Ÿ”Š Stereo Playback Support.
...For starters, Sonos Move 2 supports stereo playback and even with its tall profile, I noticed the stereo separation and extra audio detail when playing back music... Watch in video
๐Ÿ”‹ User-replaceable battery option.
...The Sonos Move 2 is one of the few portable speakers featuring a user-replaceable battery...it's a great feature to have if you plan on having your speaker for a long time... Watch in video
๐ŸŽค Optional Voice Control with Alexa.
...Yep, the built-in mic means you can enable Amazon Alexa...the built-in microphone also works with the Sonos Trueplay feature... Watch in video
๐Ÿค” ๐Ÿ”Š Extremely heavy for a portable speaker
...the speaker remains extremely heavy much heavier than your average portable speaker should be... Watch quote in video
๐Ÿค” ๐Ÿ”„ Setup and app issues
...I personally still experience massive troubles during setup with Sonos and I find the app can be buggy... Watch quote in video
๐Ÿค” โฐ Longer than average setup time
...if you can live with a longer than average setup time and the occasional glitch inside the app... Watch quote in video
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Product review of Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni
Sentiment: Very positive
The Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni impresses with its powerful suction, innovative design, and advanced self-cleaning features, making it a standout choice for anyone seeking a high-performance robot vacuum and mop.
...Truly a cleaning machine... Next quote
Comprehensive Hands-On Review: ECOVACS DEEBOT X2 OMNIโ€”The Ultimate Robot Vac-Mop with Self-Cleaning
10:07
6 Oct 2023
๐Ÿš€ Strongest suction ever
...The Ecovacs D-Bot X2 Omni now has an astounding 8,000 pascals of suction... Watch in video
๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Improved design and new shape
...Ecovacs D-Bot X2 Omni goes back to robot vacuum roots by squaring off the front of the bot... it allows it to handle corners and edges a lot better... Watch in video
๐ŸŒฌ๏ธ Faster auto-emptying
...The new Ecovacs D-Bot X2 Omni can empty a full dustbin in about 10 seconds... Watch in video
๐ŸŒŸ Excellent cleaning capability
...I can say the Ecovacs D-Bot X2 Omni is a cleaning machine. It was great as a day-to-day housekeeper, and on all my vacuuming tests, it worked like a dream... Watch in video
๐Ÿ’ง Superior mopping features
...With 15mm of mop lifting, that makes the X2 the best on the market for ensuring your carpets don't get wet... Watch in video
๐Ÿ“ Better for larger homes
...With a runtime that lasts up to about 140 minutes in vacuum and mopping mode... it is truly a talented robot floorkeeper... Watch in video
๐Ÿ” Advanced obstacle recognition
...Ecovacs bots have always been standouts in terms of being able to recognize and avoid obstacles, and the X2 Omni only improves on its record... Watch in video
๐Ÿ“น Multi-functional camera for security
...Like the X1, the X2 camera can be used as a roving security camera to check up on your pets, see if you left a door ajar, or just to identify something your vacuum may be caught on... Watch in video
๐ŸŽค Effective voice control
...In my previous experience with Yiko, it's been extremely effective at following commands without needing to repeat and without getting things wrong... Watch in video
๐Ÿ† Overall innovative
...In short, the all-new Ecovacs D-Bot X2 Omni is truly all-new and impressive, even for someone like me who has truly seen it all when it comes to robot vacuums... Watch in video
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Product review of JBL Charge 5
The JBL Charge 5 stands out as a well-balanced portable Bluetooth speaker that excels in sound quality, durability, and waterproof features, making it a worthy investment for those seeking a reliable outdoor or party speaker.
...Balances price, features, battery life, and portability.... Next quote
JBL Charge 5 Bluetooth Speaker Review
5:36
30 Jan 2023
๐ŸŽต Strong and well-balanced sound quality
...with the charge 5 the sound quality is strong and it gets good and Loud the overall soundscape is pretty well balanced with a small lean towards the high end but overall it is a good sounding speaker that's going to satisfy most listeners ears... Watch in video
๐Ÿ”‹ Impressive battery life
...the 7500 milliamp hour battery in the JBL Charge 5 here allows the speaker to play music for about 20 hours straight at lower volume... Watch in video
๐Ÿ’ง Waterproof and dustproof with IP67 rating
...JBL did decide to...net the JBL Charge 5 a waterproof dust proof IP67 rating... Watch in video
๐ŸŽ‰ PartyBoost feature for multi-speaker connection
...the JBL Charge 5 also has another button with an infinity symbol and this one is used for the party boost feature party boost mode allows up to 100 other JBL speakers with the party boost feature to share the same audio Source... Watch in video
๐Ÿค” ๐Ÿ•’ Recharge time for the speaker is a bit long.
...once you empty the JBL Charge 5's battery you should be able to recharge it back to full health in about four hours... Watch quote in video
๐Ÿค” ๐Ÿ“ Some shoppers might find the speaker either too small or too big for their purposes.
...some Shoppers might feel like the speaker is either too small or too big for their purposes... Watch quote in video
๐Ÿค” ๐Ÿšซ Removal of the auxiliary jack from the previous model.
...JBL did decide to remove the auxiliary Jack found in a previous model... Watch quote in video
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Product review of iRobot Roomba s9 Plus
Sentiment: Very positive
The iRobot Roomba s9+ is a high-performing, smart vacuum cleaner that excels in cleaning various surfaces, navigating tight spaces, and integrating seamlessly with iRobot's mopping system, making it a worthwhile investment for those who seek thorough, automated home cleaning.
...A game changer for homes with pets.... Next quote
Hands-On Review of the New iRobot Roomba s9+: Features, Performance, and More
9:32
5 Nov 2019
๐Ÿ˜Š Hugs edges and gets into corners better
...I can say this new feature works really well and is definitely noticeable... Watch in video
๐Ÿค– Advanced sensors and new corner brush
...This new corner brush more easily reaches into tight spaces... Watch in video
๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Voice control with Google Home & Amazon Alexa
...I found the Google Home connectivity worked really well, and I was able to command my robot mop and the robot vacuum here easily just by asking... Watch in video
๐Ÿก Effective on various surfaces
...It does a great job on all kinds of surfaces. It does get a bit of a power boost on carpets to pull dirt from deep down in those fibers... Watch in video
๐Ÿฆฎ Great for pet owners
...If you have pets, this vacuum is a game changer. It picks up pet hair easily and keeps it at bay. No more dog hair tumbleweeds running through your home... Watch in video
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Smart mapping and Keep Out Zones
...The new keep out zones are really handy, basically lets you draw a virtual barrier around things you don't want the robot to disturb... Watch in video
๐Ÿค Tandem cleaning with iRobot BravaJet M6 mop
...I think it does a better job of cleaning the house overall and getting those floors really spotless and shining... Watch in video
๐ŸŒŸ User-friendly app and scheduling
...The iRobot interface on the app is easy to use, scheduling is easy, and it works exactly how it's supposed to... Watch in video
๐Ÿงน Convenient dirt disposal
...This option actually feels a lot cleaner and more sanitary... Watch in video
๐Ÿ”‹ Self-recharging and resuming cleaning
...The vacuum will clean all over your house, recharge itself when necessary, and empty its onboard dustbin into a sealed bag inside that CleanBase when it's full, then go back out and clean some more... Watch in video
๐Ÿค” ๐ŸŒ€ Occasionally gets stuck
...it does still get stuck occasionally and if you're not home to help it, that might be the end of your clean for the day... Watch quote in video
๐Ÿค” ๐Ÿ’ธ Expensive
...This robot vacuum is also pretty pricey, selling for about $1,649 CAD for the S9 Plus with the clean base here... Watch quote in video
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