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		<title>The Best Waterproof Tablets</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2020 13:42:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>I recommend tablets that are waterproof and ruggedized:</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Here are tablets that are waterproof and ruggedized:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list"><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Galaxy-Active-UNLOCKED-Water-Resistant/dp/B07YNHJ85Y/?tag=reactual-20">Samsung Galaxy Active Pro</a>: <span class="a-list-item">Certified and tested to be military standard (</span><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MIL-STD-810">MIL-STD-810G</a>)<span class="a-list-item"> for drops, shocks, vibration, rain, dirt, mud, sand, water, altitude, freeze &amp; thaw, temperature range, temperature shock, and humidity </span></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-SM-T390NZKAXAR-Galaxy-Active2-Ruggedized/dp/B07856DNSX/?tag=reactual-20">Samsung Galaxy Tab Active2</a>: Similar to the Pro, less expensive</li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/WinBridge-Quad-core-Resistant-Dustproof-Shockproof/dp/B07W93MY8Q/?tag=reactual-20">WinBridge S933L</a> which runs Android and its rated at <span class="a-list-item">IP68 (this guarantees protection in water up to 1.5 meter deep for 30 minutes. It also ensures dust and shock resistance)</span></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Vanquisher-Windows-Gorilla-Waterproof-Enterprise/dp/B01HD5EXTS?tag=reactual-20">Vanquisher 8&#8243; tablet</a>, which runs Windows and is IP67 rated (protection in water up to 1 meter deep for 30 minutes. It also ensures dust and shock resistance)</li></ul>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Details: The Best Waterproof Tablet</h3>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Samsung&#8217;s <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Galaxy-Active-UNLOCKED-Water-Resistant/dp/B07YNHJ85Y/?tag=reactual-20">Galaxy Active Pro</a> is a ruggedized version the flagship Galaxy tablet. It is protected by protective silicone edging and a sturdy internal frame. It has an impressive <a href="https://www.dsmt.com/resources/ip-rating-chart/">IP67</a> rating, which means it has complete protection against contact from dust and is safe in up to 1m of water immersion.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">I has some other ruggedized features: </p>



<ul class="wp-block-list"><li>Water-resistant touch screen </li><li>Glove mode for winter use</li><li>Includes IP68-Certified Samsung S Pen</li><li>Facial recognition for unlocking while wearing gloves</li></ul>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Galaxy-Active-UNLOCKED-Water-Resistant/dp/B07YNHJ85Y/?tag=reactual-20">Galaxy Active Pro</a> is available on Amazon for around $745.</p>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 14 Jan 2017 16:32:55 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The world’s thinnest tablet in the “mini” category, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2, runs Android 5.0 (Lollipop) OS and has a 2048 x 1536 screen resolution. Its Quad 1.9GHz Intel processor and 32 GB Flash Memory makes it a capable machine for browsing the internet and for running apps from the Google Play Store.</p>
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<li>The thinnest tablet under 9&#8243; is the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DXVKQEW/?tag=reactual-20">Samsung Galaxy Tab S2</a>. It is just .22 inches (5.6mm) thick and weighs .58 pounds. It costs $349.</li>
<li>The thinnest 12” tablet running Windows is the <a href="https://us.toshiba.com/computers/laptops/dynapad/WT10E/WT12PE-A64K?src=MAKX&amp;cm_mmc=Affiliates-_-Linkshare&amp;siteID=JAF5WzpxbKM-kXZk9NzUCHHGhulkdT6.1A">Toshiba dynaPad</a>. It is .27 inches thick and weighs only 1.28 pounds. The dynaPad is available for pre-order starting at $569.</li>
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<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DXVKQEW/?tag=reactual-20"><img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-9294" src="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/galaxys_2-655x90.jpg" alt="galaxys_2" width="655" height="90" srcset="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/galaxys_2-655x90.jpg 655w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/galaxys_2-768x106.jpg 768w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/galaxys_2-1024x141.jpg 1024w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/galaxys_2-100x14.jpg 100w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/galaxys_2-944x130.jpg 944w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/galaxys_2.jpg 1500w" sizes="(max-width: 655px) 100vw, 655px" /></a></p>
<p>The world’s thinnest tablet in the “mini” category, the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DXVKQEW/?tag=reactual-20">Samsung Galaxy Tab S2</a>, runs Android 5.0 (Lollipop) OS and has a 2048 x 1536 screen resolution. Its Quad 1.9GHz Intel processor and 32 GB Flash Memory makes it a capable machine for browsing the internet and for running apps from the Google Play Store.</p>
<p>The AMOLED display delivers the vibrant, lifelike colors with deep contrast and rich display that consumers have come to expect from Samsung’s flagship line of portable electronics. The Galaxy S2’s rear-facing 8-megapixel camera takes reasonably good pictures, although your phone likely has a better camera. Its battery life also leaves something to be desired. The battery lasts six hours on average.</p>
<p>The Galaxy&#8217;s most attractive feature is, of course, its svelte figure. At .22,” it is even thinner than the iPad Air 2. Other perks such as Samsung&#8217;s exclusive Smart Switch software and fingerprint scanning round out the tablet.</p>
<p><img decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-9295" src="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Samsung-Galaxy-Tab-S-10.5-19-655x373.jpg" alt="Samsung-Galaxy-Tab-S-10.5-19" width="655" height="373" srcset="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Samsung-Galaxy-Tab-S-10.5-19-655x373.jpg 655w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Samsung-Galaxy-Tab-S-10.5-19-100x57.jpg 100w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Samsung-Galaxy-Tab-S-10.5-19.jpg 680w" sizes="(max-width: 655px) 100vw, 655px" /></p>
<p>Samsung also offers a 9.7” edition of the Galaxy Tab S2.</p>
<p><strong>The Thinnest Tablet Running Windows: Toshiba dynaPad</strong></p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-9296" src="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/dynapad-670x375-655x367.jpg" alt="dynapad-670x375" width="655" height="367" srcset="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/dynapad-670x375-655x367.jpg 655w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/dynapad-670x375-100x56.jpg 100w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/dynapad-670x375.jpg 670w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 655px) 100vw, 655px" /></p>
<p>While the Android OS is fine for entertainment purposes, you will want a tablet with Windows OS if you intend to do serious work on your tablet. Think of the Galaxy Tab as an over-sized smartphone and of the dynaPad as an undersized laptop.</p>
<p>The dynaPad packs much more impressive hardware in its extra .05” of thickness. It runs the powerful Intel Atom CPU and has 4GB of RAM and 65GB of internal storage. Engadget writes:</p>
<blockquote><p>“The 1.28-pound tablet feels at once luxuriously light and reassuringly well-built. The secret ingredient is a carbon fiber frame that&#8217;s coated in a soft, rubbery paint that makes the device easier to grip than a big-screen tablet ought to be. It also helps that the device has a mix of rounded corners and flat, slightly chamfered edges.”</p></blockquote>
<p>It has Gorilla glass screen, which is resistant to scratches and cracks, and a sturdy carbon-fiber frame. The dynaPad’s durability is a great asset for an ultrathin tablet, because it doesn’t require a bulky case for protection.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-9297" src="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/dynapad-4-655x393.jpg" alt="dynapad-4" width="655" height="393" srcset="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/dynapad-4-655x393.jpg 655w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/dynapad-4-768x461.jpg 768w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/dynapad-4-100x60.jpg 100w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/dynapad-4-944x566.jpg 944w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/dynapad-4.jpg 1000w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 655px) 100vw, 655px" /></p>
<p>The dynaPad is now available for pre-order and will be sold online and in Windows stores later this month.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Projectors are replacing traditional televisions in more and more houses across the country. Why? A few factors account for this trend. The days of wire clusters and ultra bulky projectors is fading into distant memory. The newest projectors are equipped with a slew of wireless connectivity options, making them viable competitors of smart TVs.</p>
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<li>The Best 1080p Projector For Bright Rooms: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Epson-Cinema-Brightness-Theater-Projector/dp/B014D7XHR8/?tag=reactual-20">Epson Home Cinema 1440</a></li>
<li>The Best Short Throw 1080p Projector: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Optoma-EH200ST-1080p-Lumen-Projector/dp/B00MPWNHI8/?tag=reactual-20">Optoma EH200ST</a></li>
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<h3>The Details</h3>
<p>Projectors are replacing traditional televisions in more and more houses across the country. Why? A few factors account for this trend. The days of wire clusters and ultra bulky projectors is fading into distant memory. The newest projectors are equipped with a slew of wireless connectivity options, making them viable competitors of smart TVs.</p>
<p>But the real reason is that projectors provide an equally vivid and high definition image as TVs on a larger screen at a&nbsp;fraction of the price. You can get a 100 inch image on a 1080p full HD projector for less than a $1000. If you can even find a TV that size it will cost well into the thousands.</p>
<p>But not all 1080p projectors are made the same. Contrast ratio, lumen count (measure of brightness), and refresh rate all factor in to viewing experience. Finally, consider the size of your projection screen and the amount of space in your room. Ultra short throw projectors can cast a full HD image from inches away from the wall, but sacrifice brightness and contrast ratio.</p>
<p>Finally, rest assured that 1080p (1920 x 1080 native resolution) doesn&#8217;t suffer any signficant loss in picture quality over the much pricier 4k resolution projectors if your screen is going to be 100 inches or less. If you plan on going larger and have deep pockets, then 4k models might be worth a look.</p>
<h4>Best 1080p Projector For Bright Rooms: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Epson-Cinema-Brightness-Theater-Projector/dp/B014D7XHR8/?tag=reactual-20">Epson Home Cinema 1440</a></h4>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Epson-Cinema-Brightness-Theater-Projector/dp/B014D7XHR8/?tag=reactual-20"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-10183" src="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/homecinema1440-655x399.jpg" alt="homecinema1440" width="655" height="399" srcset="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/homecinema1440-655x399.jpg 655w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/homecinema1440-768x468.jpg 768w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/homecinema1440-1024x624.jpg 1024w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/homecinema1440-100x61.jpg 100w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/homecinema1440.jpg 1268w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 655px) 100vw, 655px" /></a></p>
<p>The<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Epson-Cinema-Brightness-Theater-Projector/dp/B014D7XHR8/?tag=reactual-20"> Epson Home Cinema 1440 1080p</a> definitively&nbsp;lays the misconception that projectors need cave-like darkness to&nbsp;rival LCDTV contrast to rest. That&#8217;s not the case with this &nbsp;thing. Far from it. It has a staggering 4400 lumens and uses 3LCD projectors to create vibrantly colored Full HD 1080p with rich contrast. Want to watch a 2pm NFL game on a 100 inch screen? Done. Want to watch Netflix while your spouse prepares dinner in the next room? They can leave the lights on, it&#8217;s won&#8217;t interrupt your viewing.</p>
<p>But the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Epson-Cinema-Brightness-Theater-Projector/dp/B014D7XHR8/?tag=reactual-20">Home Cinema 1440</a> can cast in True HD up to 300 inches, making it a great option for both home theaters and outdoor movie nights for a larger audience.&nbsp;Sure, if you want to get up to the full 300&#8243; potential of this beast you will need the darkness, but&nbsp;it works even if there is ambient light from the odd streetlight or neon sign flickering nearby.</p>
<p>Besides its blinding brightness, the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Epson-Cinema-Brightness-Theater-Projector/dp/B014D7XHR8/?tag=reactual-20">Epson 1440 </a>really excels in&nbsp;image quality. It offers 3x Higher Color Brightness than other projectors in its class, casting vivid images worthy of the movie theater. Convenient color mode optimizes color, turning animated movies into a feast of bright hues and dramas into sharp shades of dark.</p>
<p>The <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Epson-Cinema-Brightness-Theater-Projector/dp/B014D7XHR8/?tag=reactual-20">1440</a>&nbsp;is&nbsp;an MHL device, allowing easy connectivity for Roku and Chromecast streaming. It lacks Bluetooth functionality, which is a major knock against it if you rely on it. The other major downside is that it lacks lens shift, which means you have to place the projector dead center from where you want the image cast. It does include keystone correction, although it is not the most intuitive keystone alignment out there.</p>
<h4>The Best Short Throw 1080p Projector: Optoma EH200ST</h4>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Optoma-EH200ST-1080p-Lumen-Projector/dp/B00MPWNHI8/?tag=reactual-20"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-25461" src="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/optoma200-655x427.jpg" alt="optoma200" width="655" height="427" srcset="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/optoma200-655x427.jpg 655w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/optoma200-1024x667.jpg 1024w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/optoma200-100x65.jpg 100w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/optoma200-911x593.jpg 911w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/optoma200.jpg 1500w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 655px) 100vw, 655px" /></a></p>
<p>The <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Optoma-EH200ST-1080p-Lumen-Projector/dp/B00MPWNHI8/?tag=reactual-20">Optoma EH200ST</a> shines even in rooms that are both cramped and well-lit. This short throw projector calls on 3000 lumens to cast a 100 inch image from just 3.5 feet, making it ideal for big city apartments that just never seem to get as dark as you want.</p>
<p>For less than $1000 you get a powerful true-to-life colors and crystal clear full HD graphics. Unlike other 1080p projectors that falter on dark blacks, the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Optoma-EH200ST-1080p-Lumen-Projector/dp/B00MPWNHI8/?tag=reactual-20">EH200ST </a>has a 20,000:1 contrast ratio, bringing low-light images and text onto your screen in crisp resolution. And&nbsp;with all digital connectivity, the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Optoma-EH200ST-1080p-Lumen-Projector/dp/B00MPWNHI8/?tag=reactual-20">EH300ST</a> has a low latency and fast response time, making it ideal projector for gaming.</p>
<p>The projector can cast a 100 inch image from just 3.5 feet away, 200 inch image from 7.3 feet away, and 300 inch from 20 feet away. Get 3D image at any distance and connect your wireless devices via MHL.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>USB Thumb Drives use flash memory to store and transfer data. These little guys have been around for awhile, and are a quick and effective means of transferring data. There are a couple factors to keep in mind when purchasing a USB thumb drive. </p>
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<li>The Best Overall Thumb Drive: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KT7DOSE/?tag=reactual-20">SanDisk Extreme CZ80 64GB</a></li>
<li>The Fastest USB Thumb Drive: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00S6DBGKG/?tag=reactual-20">Lexar 128GB JumpDrive P20</a></li>
<li>The Most Secure USB Thumb Drive: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Apricorn-Validated-256-bit-Encrypted-ASK-256-4GB/dp/B00741U31E/?tag=reactual-20">Apricorn Aegis Secure </a></li>
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<h3>The Details</h3>
<p>USB Thumb Drives use flash memory to store and transfer data. These little guys have been around for awhile, and are a quick and effective means of transferring data. There are a couple factors to keep in mind when purchasing a USB thumb drive. The first is speed. The era of slow-as-molasses thumb drives is gone but not forgotten, and many of today&#8217;s USB 3.0 drives still leave something to be desired.</p>
<p>You also want a drive with encryption. The sad truth is that USB drives are easy to lose, especially if you use shared computers. Get a device that can encrypt your files so strangers can&#8217;t access them if they find your drive.</p>
<p>Finally, you want a durable device. While the exact level of ruggedness you want may vary, make sure to get a well constructed product that doesn&#8217;t overheat or jam up in a slide.</p>
<h4>The Best Overall Thumb Drive: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KT7DOSE/?tag=reactual-20"><span id="productTitle" class="a-size-large">SanDisk Extreme CZ80 64GB</span></a></h4>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KT7DOSE/?tag=reactual-20"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-24599" src="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sandisk-extreme-655x524.jpg" alt="sandisk-extreme" width="655" height="524" srcset="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sandisk-extreme-655x524.jpg 655w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sandisk-extreme-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sandisk-extreme-100x80.jpg 100w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sandisk-extreme-911x729.jpg 911w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sandisk-extreme-1200x960.jpg 1200w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/sandisk-extreme.jpg 1500w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 655px) 100vw, 655px" /></a></p>
<p>For the pasts few years, California-based SanDisk has produced the best USB 3.0 thumb drive. Their 64GB <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KT7DOSE/?tag=reactual-20">Extreme CZ80</a> is fast, affordable, and secure.</p>
<p>This drive delivers read and write speeds at a significantly faster clip than most competitors. SanDisk advertises read speeds up to 245MBs and write speeds of 190MBs, and user benchmarks confirm that these speeds are mostly accurate. This means you can transfer a full-length SD movie in about 10 seconds. That&#8217;s 50x faster than old USB 2.0 drives (and double the speed of many 3.0 drives). This drive is ideal for transferring large files, both due to its capacity and speed relative to other options on the market.</p>
<p>The drive also protects your files with AES 128-bit encryption and a secure access vault that works on both Macs and USB. It also includes RescuePRO data recovery software. The Extreme is made with durable plastic, not the <a href="https://reactual.com/computer-equipment/the-most-durable-thumb-drive.html">most rugged USB drive</a> on the market, but it is solidly constructed and comes with a limited lifetime warranty. It&#8217;s also not the most discrete, coming in at 2.8 inches long. But the speed and value of this device cannot be beat for most users.</p>
<h4>The Fastest USB Thumb Drive: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00S6DBGKG/?tag=reactual-20">Lexar 128GB JumpDrive P20</a></h4>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00S6DBGKG/?tag=reactual-20"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-24579 size-medium" src="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/lexarp20-655x655.jpg" alt="lexarp20" width="655" height="655" srcset="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/lexarp20-655x655.jpg 655w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/lexarp20-150x150.jpg 150w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/lexarp20-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/lexarp20-100x100.jpg 100w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/lexarp20-911x911.jpg 911w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/lexarp20-60x60.jpg 60w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/lexarp20.jpg 1500w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 655px) 100vw, 655px" /></a></p>
<p>USB drives get a bum rap for their slow speeds. Earlier models had read and write speeds in the low teens, while even many of today&#8217;s USB 3.0 drives take twice as long as an external hard drive. But the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00S6DBGKG/?tag=reactual-20">Lexar 128GB Jump Drive P20</a> delivers an impressive read/write speed of 400/270MBs. That speed is fast enough to transfer an HD movie in less than the time it takes a Netflix video to load and buffer.</p>
<p>The<a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00S6DBGKG/?tag=reactual-20"> JumpDrive P20</a> is housed in a sturdy metal alloy case with a glossy black mirror finish. It&#8217;s a retractable drive, which made me suspicious at first, as retractable drives are prone to jamming or otherwise breaking. But the P20 slides along solidly (if not a little stiff) and is protected by a lock mechanism that keeps it safe when extended. At 25 grams, it has a nice heft to it. Lexar includes a limited lifetime warranty. I also like the 256-bit AES encryption via EncryptStickTM Lite software.</p>
<p>The main draw is the drive&#8217;s USB 3.0 capacity. This drive runs faster than many external HDDs. While it doesn&#8217;t touch SSD speeds, it gets the job done fast enough to be a viable option for large data transfers. Transfer 1000 photos in 1 minute 15 seconds or a full-length HD movie in 36 seconds.</p>
<h4>The Most Secure USB Thumb Drive: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Apricorn-Validated-256-bit-Encrypted-ASK-256-4GB/dp/B00741U31E/?tag=reactual-20">Apricorn Aegis Secure </a></h4>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Apricorn-Validated-256-bit-Encrypted-ASK-256-4GB/dp/B00741U31E/?tag=reactual-20"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-24594" src="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/securekey.jpg" alt="securekey" width="500" height="500" srcset="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/securekey.jpg 500w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/securekey-150x150.jpg 150w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/securekey-100x100.jpg 100w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/securekey-60x60.jpg 60w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></a></p>
<p>The <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Apricorn-Validated-256-bit-Encrypted-ASK-256-4GB/dp/B00741U31E/?tag=reactual-20">Apricorn Aegis Secure Key</a> is the perfect storage device for a small amount of data. There are two steps to protect your data. First, it requires you to enter a 7-15 digit code on an alphanumeric keyboard.</p>
<p>The second layer of security comes from 256-bit AES Military Grade Hardware Encryption. The Secure Key is tested by the National Institute of Standards and Technology and receives a FIPS 140-2 Level 3 cryptography specification. It doesn&#8217;t need any software or firmware to run. That means there&#8217;s no risk of a firmware hack. Finally, it protects against brute force attacks with a mechanism that deletes the encryption key if an incorrect PIN is entered too many times.</p>
<p>You can set up an Admin PIN as well as individual user PINs, so companies can recycle the keys if they are granted to new users. The keypad is powered by a battery and is convenient to use. It also resits dust and water ingress. The rest of the device is also solidly constructed in water-resistant aluminum casing. This version uses USB 2.0. A <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AJNIEVY/?tag=reactual-20">USB 3.0 version</a> exists, but has a few issues (like overheating) that this version doesn&#8217;t have.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The Fastest SSD Overall: Samsung 850 PRO The Details Unlike a mechanical hard drive, an SSD doesn’t have any moving parts. With more components and exposed circuitry, a HDD is vulnerable to mechanical failure. The SSD can access and write data much faster and is resistant to physical shock. But advertised SSD benchmarks are hard [&#8230;]</p>
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<li>The Fastest SSD Overall: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LMXBOP4/?tag=reactual-20">Samsung 850 PRO</a></li>
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<h3>The Details</h3>
<p>Unlike a mechanical hard drive, an SSD doesn’t have any moving parts. With more components and exposed circuitry, a HDD is vulnerable to mechanical failure. The SSD can access and write data much faster and is resistant to physical shock. But advertised SSD benchmarks are hard to pin down, as they depend on the type of data transfer and a drive&#8217;s age.</p>
<p>Although data shows that SDDs have a much lower fail rate than HDDs, lower end models have a lifespan of only a few years and decline with age. So while the spinning platter on a HDD can theoretically store infinite writes, data is rewritten on the chip in a SSD. Luckily, recent innovations in the way flash data is transferred maximize the speed of SSDs while extending their active life.</p>
<h4>Fastest SSD Overall: Samsung 850 Pro SSD</h4>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LMXBOP4/?tag=reactual-20"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-24404 alignleft" src="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/850pro.jpg" alt="850pro" width="500" height="500" srcset="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/850pro.jpg 500w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/850pro-150x150.jpg 150w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/850pro-100x100.jpg 100w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/850pro-60x60.jpg 60w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px" /></a></p>
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<p>I weighed a few factors to decide the fastest SSD. First, I wanted a close balance between read and write performance. Sequential read and write performance are based on how fast a hard drive can read and write data onto the drive. The read and write speeds are important if you are moving around large chunks of data as quickly as possible, as a web developer might. I also wanted strong IOPs (Input/output operations) performance based on real-world workloads.  The 4KB speed determines performance and speed during small transfers of data, like your quotidian browsing and gaming. Finally, I factored in reliability and lifespan, which vary wildly in the SSD market. By these metrics, I determined that the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LMXBOP4/?tag=reactual-20">Samsung 850 PRO</a> is the fastest SSD drive available.</p>
<p>The drive’s performance rests on the laurels of its V-NAND chip. The <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LMXBOP4/?tag=reactual-20">850 PRO</a> is the first commercial drive to use 3D NAND. NAND is the type of solid-state flash memory cell to which your data is transferred and stored. It is also endures a limited number of writes, which is why SSDs deteriorate over the years. Samsung stacked 32 cell layers vertically, allowing them to achieve higher density and the capacity to deliver higher performance and reliability over time. Instead of a 3 or 5 year lifespan, Samsung designed the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LMXBOP4/?tag=reactual-20">850 PRO </a> to handle a minimum of 150 Terabytes Written, or a 40 GB daily read/write workload over 10 years. It comes with a 10 year warranty, a true feat in the SSD world.</p>
<p>The innovative vertical flash is paired with a 3-core MEX controller and 1 GB DDR2 cache. As a result, the Samsung delivers the fastest speeds of any consumer SSD. It has a sequential read/write speed of 550/520 MB/s, and 4KB random read/write speeds of 100,000/90,000 IOPS. Wary of manufacturer provided benchmarks? I don’t blame you, as they vary wildly for SSDs and rarely translate to a typical consumer performance. But the Samsung 850 Pro dominates the effective speed category on <a href="https://ssd.userbenchmark.com/">userbenchmark.com</a>, where PC owners can upload benchmark performance. So gamers, media professionals, and other PC users find the fastest bet in the Samsung Pro.</p>
<p>Other perks include rapid RAM cache acceleration, full drive encryption, and free data migration. The 850 PRO’s security complies with TCG Opal v.20 and gives you the option to instantly erase data and sanitize your drive with a crypto erase feature. It works with Windows 10/8/7/Vista SP1 and above (32/64 bit), Widows Server 2008 (32/64 bit), and is Linux Compatible.</p>
<p>The main downside is the price. A <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LF10KTE/?tag=reactual-20">1TB drive</a> costs over $400, while <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LMXBOP4/?tag=reactual-20&amp;th=1">256GB</a> costs over $100.</p>
<h4>Another Option: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Mushkin-MKNSSDRE1TB-Reactor-SATA-2-5inch/dp/B00PAFJJRA/?tag=reactual-20">Mushkin Reactor</a></h4>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Mushkin-MKNSSDRE1TB-Reactor-SATA-2-5inch/dp/B00PAFJJRA/?tag=reactual-20"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-24419" src="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/REACTOR-_01.jpg" alt="reactor-_01" width="640" height="480" srcset="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/REACTOR-_01.jpg 640w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/REACTOR-_01-100x75.jpg 100w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px" /></a></p>
<p>Mushkin&#8217;s <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Mushkin-MKNSSDRE1TB-Reactor-SATA-2-5inch/dp/B00PAFJJRA/?tag=reactual-20">Reactor SSD</a> drives deliver impressive performance and storage capacity at a discounted price. Every component in the Reactor is designed to deliver high benchmarks while lowering the cost of production. Its quad channel Silicon Motion controller delivers sequential read/write speed of 560/460MBs and 4K random read/write speeds of 74,000/76,000. At <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Mushkin-MKNSSDRE1TB-Reactor-SATA-2-5inch/dp/B00PAFJJRA/?tag=reactual-20">1TB</a> for just over $200, those speeds are an incredible value for gamers.</p>
<p>So what are the sacrifices, besides a 9% drop in effective speed? The <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Mushkin-MKNSSDRE1TB-Reactor-SATA-2-5inch/dp/B00PAFJJRA/?tag=reactual-20">Reactor</a> does not come with any data transfer software, so you&#8217;ll need to use a cloning program like <a href="https://www.easeus.com/">EaseUS</a>. It uses MLC NAND flash memory, so it will not last as long as the 850 PRO. It comes with a 3 year warranty.</p>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2016 16:28:52 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>In our mobile world it is more important than ever to be able to move large amounts of data at quick speeds. Right now there are three popular methods of moving and storing files: flash drives, cloud storage, and external hard drives. Of these options, external hard drives are your best bet.</p>
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<li>The Fastest External Hard Drive: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVF6UHK/?tag=reactual-20">Samsung T3</a></li>
<li>The Fastest Mechanical External Hard Drive:<a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVF6UHK/?tag=reactual-20"> Seagate Backup Plus Fast</a></li>
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<p>In our mobile world it is more important than ever to be able to move large amounts of data at quick speeds. Right now there are three popular methods of moving and storing files: flash drives, cloud storage, and external hard drives. Of these options, external hard drives are your best bet.</p>
<p>While affordable, USB Flashdrives are just way too slow for all but the simplest of file transfers. And while cloud storage is an increasingly viable option, it does require an internet connection and opens you up to security threats. The Dropbox hack proves that sensitive data should be stored on physical hard drives. Finally, it takes a long time to transfer data over the cloud. External hard drives have the advantage of both speed and security. I looked at the recent generation to determine the fastest external hard drive.</p>
<h4>The Fastest External Hard Drive: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVF6UHK/?tag=reactual-20">Samsung T3</a></h4>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVF6UHK/?tag=reactual-20"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-24444" src="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/samsung-t3-9-499x333.jpg" alt="samsung-t3-9-499x333" width="499" height="333" srcset="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/samsung-t3-9-499x333.jpg 499w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/samsung-t3-9-499x333-100x67.jpg 100w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 499px) 100vw, 499px" /></a></p>
<p>The <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVF6UHK/?tag=reactual-20">Samsung T3</a> combines solid state drive technology with a USB-C connection to provide the fastest read-write speeds of any external storage unit. It achieves 450MBs read/write speeds, which puts it on par with many internal SSDs. But it really shines when compared to even the fastest mechanical external hard drives, which sustain speeds around 230MBs. The T3 isn&#8217;t just the fastest external hard drive, it delivers the best overall experience, albeit at a very high price tag.</p>
<p>So why is this drive so fast? First, it benefits from Samsung’s experience as the industry leader in the internal SSD market. Samsung’s 850 PRO and EVO SSDs use V-NAND flash memory to store data, 32 vertical NAND cell layers that have a higher density and better efficiency than regular flash memory. The<a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVF6UHK/?tag=reactual-20"> T3</a> uses this technology as well, allowing for a capacity of up 2TB in a small case.</p>
<p>It also incorporates a USB-C connector that supports USB 3.1 gen 1, which offers a transfer rate of 5GBps. USB 3.1 gen 2 reaches 10GBps, but is not yet supported by any external SSDs. The <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVF6UHK/?tag=reactual-20">T3</a> also supports UASP, a USB protocol that speeds up data transfer. Reviewer benchmarks found that the T3 excelled at transferring incompressible data such as HD video files.</p>
<p>In addition to speed, the T3 outperforms external HDDs in both portability and durability. The palm-sized device is truly portable, letting you carry 2 TBs in your pocket without a second thought. It’s a lightweight 1.8 ounces, and has a dimension of 2.9 x 2.3 x 0.4 inches, making other SSDs seem bulky. And unlike a mechanical hard drive, a SSD has no moving parts. That makes it shock resistant and protects your data against accidental drops or magnetic fields. The <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVF6UHK/?tag=reactual-20">T3</a> has rugged aluminum casing and an internal frame that is shock resistant up to 1500G force. You can accidentally knock it off your desk without having a heart attack.</p>
<p>In addition to safeguarding against clumsiness, the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AVF6UHK/?tag=reactual-20">T3</a> protects your files against digital threats. It includes AES 256-bit encryption algorithm. It is compatible with Windows, Mac &amp; Android OS.</p>
<p>The downside is that you need to pay for speed. The T3 costs about $0.4 per gigabyte, which is 10x more expensive than the fastest HDDs.</p>
<h4>The Fastest Mechanical External Hard Drive: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Seagate-Portable-External-Storage-STDA4000100/dp/B00HXAV0X6/?tag=reactual-20">Seagate Backup Plus Fast</a></h4>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Seagate-Portable-External-Storage-STDA4000100/dp/B00HXAV0X6/?tag=reactual-20"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-24474" src="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/seagate-655x492.jpg" alt="fastest external hdd" width="655" height="492" srcset="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/seagate-655x492.jpg 655w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/seagate-1024x769.jpg 1024w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/seagate-100x75.jpg 100w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/seagate-911x684.jpg 911w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/seagate.jpg 1500w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 655px) 100vw, 655px" /></a></p>
<p>The major advantage mechanical hard drives hold over SSDs remains their price. The truth is that they deliver way more storage for a fraction of an SSD&#8217;s cost. So if you want both value and speed, go with the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Seagate-Portable-External-Storage-STDA4000100/dp/B00HXAV0X6/?tag=reactual-20">4TB Seagate Backup Plus Fast</a>. It is the fastest external HDD on the market and costs the same as a 500GB T3.</p>
<p>The <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Seagate-Portable-External-Storage-STDA4000100/dp/B00HXAV0X6/?tag=reactual-20">Backup Plus Fast</a> delivers transfer speeds that top off at 230MBs. That&#8217;s about half the peak performance of the T3, but 2x faster than most external HDDs. Inside the black plastic casing you&#8217;ll find two hard drives stacked on top of each other. This design accounts for the fast speed and immense memory, but makes the drive very bulky. In fact, it weighs nearly a pound and is almost an inch thick. You definitely won&#8217;t be carrying it around in your pocket.</p>
<p>It hooks up to your Mac or PC via a USB 3.0 cable and comes with backup software. Unfortunately, you might need that backup software because the drive is susceptible to RAID0, a type of data loss that occurs if one of the two drives should fail.  The <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Seagate-Portable-External-Storage-STDA4000100/dp/B00HXAV0X6/?tag=reactual-20">Backup Plus Fast</a> comes with a 3-year warranty, but its best to use the drive as a backup for important files.</p>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 31 May 2016 22:03:27 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Even die-hard traditional book readers have to admit that an e-reader has advantages over analog books in certain situations. Nothing quite replicates the feel and smell of an old paper book while curled up at home on a rainy autumn day. </p>
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<h3 style="text-align: left;">The Details</h3>
<p>Even die-hard traditional book readers have to admit that an e-reader has advantages over analog books in certain situations. Nothing quite replicates the feel and smell of an old paper book while curled up at home on a rainy autumn day. But try reading a cumbersome door-stopper like <em>Infinite Jest </em>while sitting poolside without your arms withering and the pages flapping in the wind. Or if you are going on a backpacking trip for a few months you can bring thousands of books with you instead of just two or three.</p>
<p>The latest iteration of e-readers replicate the look of a book. Unlike backlit tablets they are easy on the eyes and perfect for reading outdoors. Online marketplaces have gotten much better over the years, giving you access to millions of choices anywhere there is wifi. They are also lightweight and comfortable to hold, easy to keep in hand on long plane rides or days at the beach.</p>
<p>There are a few important factors to weigh when choosing which E-Reader is right for you. Backpackers and travelers want to opt for options with the longest battery life, as they will last the longest in between charges. Beach bums want a model that is waterproof and can stand up to the brightest sun. Read below to find out the best e-readers you should go for.</p>
<h3>Best Overall E-Reader: Kindle Voyage</h3>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Kindle-Voyage-6-Inch-4GB-eReader/dp/B00IOY8XWQ/?tag=reactual-20"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-14620" src="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/voyage.jpg" alt="voyage" width="1000" height="1000" srcset="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/voyage.jpg 1000w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/voyage-150x150.jpg 150w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/voyage-655x655.jpg 655w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/voyage-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<p>The<a href="https://www.amazon.com/High-Resolution-Display-Adaptive-PagePress-Sensors/dp/B00IOY8XWQ/?tag=reactual-20"> Kindle Voyage</a> tops the list in all of the categories that make up a great E-Reader. First, there&#8217;s the lightweight design, weighing in at a breezy .4lbs. Then there is the screen, a 6&#8243; display using E-Ink Carta to replicate the look of a printed book page in an impressive 300-ppi display. It doesn&#8217;t strain the eyes in the way an LED or LCD tablet will, which means that you can stay up late in to the night trying to power through the final chapters in your <em>A Song Of Ice And Fire </em>marathon.</p>
<p>What sets the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/High-Resolution-Display-Adaptive-PagePress-Sensors/dp/B00IOY8XWQ/?tag=reactual-20">Voyage</a> apart from other high-end competitors is an adaptive brightness that automatically adjusts to ambient light. So whether you are reading in a dim coffee shop or out by the pool, your Kindle&#8217;s screen will adapt to make the experience as easy on the eyes as possible. This is thanks to a built-in lighting system that uses 6 bulbs as opposed to the 4 used in many other e-readers.</p>
<p>The design is also lightweight and thin. It features a thin bezel and sleek look, with a feature called Page Press that lets you change pages without even lifting your finger. You really can&#8217;t ask for much more than that.</p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Finally, the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/High-Resolution-Display-Adaptive-PagePress-Sensors/dp/B00IOY8XWQ/?tag=reactual-20">Kindle Voyage</a> comes with 4GB memory which is perfect to store you entire digital collection of books and more. Amazon&#8217;s reading collection is the broadest and subscription services give you access to more books than anything else on the market. </span></p>
<h3>Best Water Proof E-Reader: Kobo Aura H20</h3>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-14619 size-full" src="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/AuraH2O_lifestyle.jpg" alt="best e-readers" width="800" height="800" srcset="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/AuraH2O_lifestyle.jpg 800w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/AuraH2O_lifestyle-150x150.jpg 150w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/AuraH2O_lifestyle-655x655.jpg 655w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/AuraH2O_lifestyle-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p>For a durable Reactual-approved e-reader that can survive the elements, go for the <a href="https://us.kobobooks.com/products/kobo-aura-h2o">Kobo Aura H20</a>. As the name suggests, this is a waterproof and dustproof device that can be taken with whether you are heading out on a cruise or to the desert. It even has an <a href="https://reactual.com/portable-electronics/understanding-ip-code.html">IP67 certified rating</a>, meaning it is resistant to splashes and small-particle ingress.</p>
<p>It has a large 6.8&#8243; screen, one of the largest of any e-reader, and it reads just like the printed page of a book, thanks to ClarityScreen+ technology. The screen is a beautiful high-definition that presents your books in wonderful quality. At 265dpi, the resolution is a bit worse than that of competitors like Nook and Kindle, but most readers would not even be able to notice the difference.</p>
<p>There is a great deal of customization and fun features in the interface. The ComfortLight feature redirects light away from your eyes and on to the screen, reducing glare and giving you enough light to read. Other nice features include 24 font sizes and the ability to highlight and save, as well an integrated dictionary.</p>
<p>The device has 4GB of storage and can offers a great deal of variety in terms of formatting. It plays files including Epub, PDF, Mobi, and CBZ, which is an advantage over Kindle and its proprietary restrictions.</p>
<p>One more huge advantage of the <a href="https://us.kobobooks.com/products/kobo-aura-h2o">H20</a> is a 2 month battery life that far exceeds its competition. One great weakness is a lackluster online store with a clunky UI that causes headaches when looking for appropriate titles.</p>
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<h3>Best Value E-Reader: Kindle Paperwhite</h3>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Kindle-Paperwhite-6-Inch-4GB-eReader/dp/B00OQVZDJM/?tag=reactual-20"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-14618" src="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/paperwhite.jpg" alt="best e-reader" width="1000" height="1000" srcset="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/paperwhite.jpg 1000w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/paperwhite-150x150.jpg 150w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/paperwhite-655x655.jpg 655w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/paperwhite-100x100.jpg 100w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></a></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Get an 8 hour battery life and a HD resolution screen for an affordable price with the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Kindle-Paperwhite-6-Inch-4GB-eReader/dp/B00OQVZDJM/?tag=reactual-20">Kindle Paperwhite</a>. </span></p>
<p>Previous iterations of the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Kindle-Paperwhite-6-Inch-4GB-eReader/dp/B00OQVZDJM/?tag=reactual-20">Kindle Paperwhite</a> were a bit lacking in resolution and crispness, but the latest one sports an impressive 300ppi, which matches the flagship model the Voyage. It also has a vibrant and pronounced differences between black and white which leads to a satisfying reading experience. The screen is bright enough to to eliminate glare in direct sunlight and there are 4 LED lights for night reading.</p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are less features than on the Voyage like microSD slots, and the device is heavier than others on the market. At the lowest price point it does show you advertising, which is a major turn-off for some readers. An upgrade can take the ads off entirely, which lets you enjoy the Amazon bookstore through WiFi.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The relatively plain <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Kindle-Paperwhite-6-Inch-4GB-eReader/dp/B00OQVZDJM/?tag=reactual-20">Kindle Paperwhite </a>can’t compete with the more expensive Kindle Voyage’s design. At nearly half a pound, it is a little on the heavy side, and like other Kindles there’s no microSD slot. However, with 4GB of internal storage there’s enough space to store thousands of books, making this one of the best e-readers around.</span>[/cs_text][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][/cs_content]</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The best electric kettle is the Cuisinart CPK-17 PerfectTemp Stainless Steel Cordless Electric Kettle. The Cuisinart kettle includes a durable and heavy stainless steel carafe and base, non-slip handle, and concealed heating element.</p>
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<li>The best electric kettle is the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Cuisinart-CPK-17-PerfecTemp-1-7-Liter-Stainless/dp/B003KYSLNQ/?tag=reactual-20">Cuisinart CPK-17 PerfectTemp Stainless Steel Cordless Electric Kett</a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Cuisinart-CPK-17-PerfecTemp-1-7-Liter-Stainless/dp/B003KYSLNQ/?tag=reactual-20">le</a>. The Cuisinart kettle includes a durable and heavy stainless steel carafe and base, non-slip handle, and concealed heating element. It features six preset variable temperatures, a removable scale filter, and easy-to-use back-lit control buttons, as well as a host of other features, including boil-dry protection, internal memory, and sleep mode.</li>
<li>Another top contender is the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Breville-BKE820XL-Variable-Temperature-1-8-Liter-Kettle/dp/B001DYERBK/?tag=reactual-20">Breville BKE820XL Variable Temperature Kettle</a>. This also features a cordless stainless steel carafe and variable temperature controls, but didn’t quite match up to the Cuisinart in terms of value.</li>
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<h3>The Details</h3>
<p>Already staples of European homes, electric kettles are slowly gaining popularity in the U.S. Although mostly sought after by tea and coffee aficionados concerned with the achieving the optimal water temperature when brewing their beverage of choice, electric kettles are also prized by office workers and college students for efficiently boiling water for oatmeal and other packaged food.</p>
<p>The Cuisinart electric kettle is one of the most well-reviewed and popular kettles on the market due to its high-quality and durable construction, myriad of features, and reasonable price. The entire unit is four pounds, including the base and 1.7-liter carafe. The stylish carafe is mostly made of durable brushed stainless steel; only a few pieces, such as the spout, water-level window, and parts of the handle, are made of BPA-free plastic. The corded base is equipped with 1,500 watts of power for quick and efficient heating, and is designed to allow the carafe to swivel 360˚. The carafe itself features a drip-less pour spout with splash guard, removable scale filter, a comfortable, easy-grip handle, and a water-level window, and LED back-lit control buttons located on the handle.</p>
<p>The unit has six preset temperature control buttons ranging in temperature from 160˚F for delicate green and herbal teas to 200˚F for French-press coffee. Special features include an internal “memory” that allows the user to remove the carafe from the base for up to two minutes without shutting off or stopping the brew process, a 30-minute “keep warm” option, and a sleep mode. In addition, the unit maintains boil-dry protection, with the heater automatically shutting off to prevent damage if water is not detected in the carafe. Cuisinart offers a three-year limited warranty on this unit, and will either repair or replace it if defects not consistent with normal wear and tear are discovered.</p>
<p>The <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Cuisinart-CPK-17-PerfecTemp-1-7-Liter-Stainless/dp/B003KYSLNQ/?tag=reactual-20">Cuisinart CPK-17 Electric Kett</a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Cuisinart-CPK-17-PerfecTemp-1-7-Liter-Stainless/dp/B003KYSLNQ/?tag=reactual-20">le</a> is available from Amazon for around $90.</p>
<h3>A Close Contender</h3>
<p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Breville-BKE820XL-Variable-Temperature-1-8-Liter-Kettle/dp/B001DYERBK/?tag=reactual-20"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone wp-image-10136 size-medium" src="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/816FyHgFWL._SL1500_-517x655.jpg" alt="The Best Electric Kettle: Breville BKE820XL" width="517" height="655" srcset="https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/816FyHgFWL._SL1500_-517x655.jpg 517w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/816FyHgFWL._SL1500_-768x973.jpg 768w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/816FyHgFWL._SL1500_-808x1024.jpg 808w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/816FyHgFWL._SL1500_-100x127.jpg 100w, https://reactual.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/816FyHgFWL._SL1500_.jpg 1184w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 517px) 100vw, 517px" /></a></p>
<p>While the Cuisinart is our pick for overall durability, features, and price, the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Breville-BKE820XL-Variable-Temperature-1-8-Liter-Kettle/dp/B001DYERBK/?tag=reactual-20">Breville BKE280XL</a> is also a very good buy. While more expensive, the Breville is similar in design and construction to the Cuisinart with one significant exception – all control buttons are located on the base, rather than the carafe. Although the Breville holds slightly more water than the Cuisinart, it doesn’t have back-lit buttons, only offers five preset temperatures ranging from 175˚F to 212˚F, and only keeps the water warm for 20 minutes. Furthermore, Breville only offers a one-year limited warranty. However, the Breville offers two water-level windows, a heavier base, and a metal spout.</p>
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