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Adding Ambient Accent Mood Lighting – RGB LED Strip Tape Light -50 ft ( iVAOOZE ) $38 – UNBOX | REVIEW

After adding more car ambient lighting, I wanted to add some ambient lighting in my home so I bought RGB LED Light Strip -50 ft ( iVAOOZE ) $38 ( https://amzn.to/36YA9CI ) to test out, unbox and review.

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The 50 feet 12volt RGB led lighting strip is powered by large AC adapter. There are 3 rolls of 16 feet led lighting which can be chained together. It is controlled by a small controller and power splitter that has microphone for lighting effects that changes with music beats.

The controller also saves the last programmed function and settings. You can program it with the IR remote or with the app on a smart phone via Bluetooth. I programmed mine to be scheduled to run during night hours with an amber white light glow for my couch. I experimented with adding it to my stairway handles and closet.

After programming, I no longer needed the application on my phone and removed it. The controller still can get signals from the IR remote when its ON. For my controller, when its set to be scheduled to a certain time, it SOMETIMES locks out the IR remote.

This can be good and bad. The good is that no one can change it later and mess up your settings. The bad I will need to use the smartphone app to change the program. and it was not consistent with the IR remote control override lock out.

PROS:

  • Easy setup with 3 rolls of 16 ft RGB LED lighting.
  • Can be daisy chained
  • Good mood ambient lighting
  • AC powered
  • IR remote control has many control options ( timed on/off, lighting color and fade effects, light levels, and music beat effects.
  • Advanced programming can be done via Bluetooth with their smart phone App: Scheduled on / off time, RGB light levels and settings, music beat control from phone, via APP. Once programmed the controller keeps the setting.

CONS:

  • Only one programable controller in package ( You will need to buy another kit if you want light in a different room grouping).
  • No IR remote reset button for advanced programming – you need to use their app to update.
  • Inconsistent override with IR remote.

Overall this kit is fun and simple to experiment with and has potential for future DIY projects by cutting up and soldering the cable later. If you are planning to make a whole room or area one lighting setting this will work. If you want to add different colors and lighting scenes, you will need multiple kits or more advanced kits with different scenes. There are also other LED RGB strip lights that work off of Wifi and smart assistants ( https://amzn.to/2H5WYcD ).

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Costco Run (OCT 10, 2020) – iRobot Roomba i8+ | DURACELL CR2032 Batteries | Poker Set | Saucer Chair

I was at Costco today to get some batteries and stuff for my home and saw the following interesting items on sale: iRobot Roomba i8+ with dirt disposal unit ( https://amzn.to/3106ipw ) , an updated DURACELL batteries to include CR2032 button size ( https://amzn.to/34QR87l ) , Ultimate Poker Set 400 chips ( https://amzn.to/3jOQ7D0 ) for $44, and Oversized Saucer Chair ( https://amzn.to/30Z64zh ) for $39. The SkullCandy Indy Fuel ( https://amzn.to/3jUt5uy ) wireless ear buds were SOLD OUT at $49. So I was not able to buy and test like I planned. I will review other ear buds in the future.

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The iRobot Roomba i8+ ( 8550 ) WIFI vacuum looks like a Costco only product with a value bundle of extra vacuum disposal bags and filters. Its a great value compared to the other iRobot Roomba ( https://amzn.to/30YbVEI ) models i7 and i9 which both retails for more than the Costco bundle of the i8.

Costco now carries DURACELL CR2032 batteries ( https://amzn.to/34QR87l ) along with the AA, AAA, C, D, and 9V sized Duracell batteries at my Costco location. Of course you can always just get other Duracell battery sizes online ( https://amzn.to/34UA6VZ ), however the Costco bulk pricing is really good. Duracell CR2032 batteries typically cost about $2 to $4 dollars for one, Costco sells it for about $1 a piece. These are great for all the car remotes, ir remotes, clocks, led mini lights, and all the other small device needs that uses the popular CR2032 size battery.

For the holiday gatherings they have the Ultimate Poker Set with 400 chips on sale for $44. There are many other poker sets sold online ( https://amzn.to/3jOQ7D0 ) however not at this price. Good for the get togethers and gaming nights with friends.

Oversized Saucer Chair ( https://amzn.to/30Z64zh ) was on sale for $39. it was available in only gray and black. It folds for storage. Its a good size for kids, pets and adults. If your expecting a larger size or smaller size there are other saucer chairs sold online in different colors: https://amzn.to/3jX080U

The SkullCandy Indy Fuel ( https://amzn.to/3jUt5uy ) wireless ear buds were SOLD OUT at $49. So I was not able to buy and test like I planned. I will review other ear buds in the future. I did buy the ANKER Soundcore Life P2 True Wireless Earbuds ( https://amzn.to/3lFOUi2 ) as they are similar priced and available online. I will do a unboxing and review later.

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UNBOXING: Costco JETSON BOLT PRO Folding Electric Bike $299 – Quick Assembly

Costco has the Jetson BOLT PRO Folding Electric Bike for $299! There are similar mini pedal\folding bikes online: ( https://amzn.to/3fHq66L), as well as compact other styles of mini folding bikes: https://amzn.to/3fIForM . These bikes are good for last mile transport, such as remote parking and commuting. Just keep it in your trunk of your car.
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I wanted to buy this unique e-bike due to it’s small size and weight. It was a good Costco Find for $299. It was cheaper than importing one from China. I had bought other bicycles from Costco such as the NorthRock XC00 and some fast e-bikes from Amazon like the Vilano Atom folding e-bike and created reviews and mod for them on my channel.

I initially bought this bike at Costco be was not able to fit it in my car so i had to return it 15 minutes after i bought it. I came back today to find it was sold out, but they one that just appeared on their inventory. My guess was that it was my 15 minute unopened return.

Unboxing and assembling took less than 10 minutes as 90% of the folded e-bike was assembled. Just add the seat and peddles and tighten all the quick releases and bolts and you can ride. Tuning the brakes may be needed as the disc are not true and need adjustment. Wheels are one piece so no work is needed for them. I plan to make a tuning video to show viewers how to make adjustments before the first ride this weekend.

This bike is a 36 volt 6 amp hour battery running a 350 watt hub motor with 14 inch tires. The battery power with a range of about 15 miles and a max speed of 15.5 miles per hour. Charge time is about 4 hours for the 36v 6 AH battery. It has pedal assist mode unlike the previous Jetson Bolt without pedals. It comes with front and rear LED lights and reflectors.

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