Monthly Archives: October 2023

Ninja Professional Blender 1000 Review

Tested using
Methodology v1.0

Reviewed Feb 02, 2022 at 10:25 am

Latest change: Writing modified Dec 02, 2022 at 11:01 am

By Adam Scartozzi, Theresa Ketterling, and John Peroramas

6.5

Multi-Purpose

7.4

Smoothies (Single Serving)

7.6

Smoothies (Multiple Servings)

9.7

Ice Crushing

7.2

Professional Use

overview
test results
deals
discussions

Blender Type

Full Size Blender

Power

1,000 W

Hot Blending

No

The Ninja Professional Blender 1000 is a sturdy full-size blender with a 72-ounce pitcher. It has a simple design, with three speed presets and a pulse mode. The lid for the jar has a pouring spout, but it doesn’t come with a tamper or 2-part lid. The jar, lid, and removable blade assembly are all dishwasher-safe.

Our Verdict

6.5

Multi-Purpose

The Ninja Professional Blender 1000 is okay for multi-purpose use. It’s well-built and comes with a large-capacity main pitcher. It’s fantastic for crushing ice and can produce smooth, spreadable nut butter. It makes a good single-serve smoothie in its main jar but struggles to make a smooth puree with big batches of fibrous ingredients like kale. It also can’t be used for hot blending and doesn’t offer very many speed settings or preset modes, which some may find limiting. Fortunately, it’s very easy to clean by hand, and all of its parts are dishwasher-safe.

Pros

• Makes snow-like crushed ice.

• Dishwasher-safe and easy to clean by hand.

• Good build quality.

Cons

• Can’t hot blend.

• Limited controls.

7.4

Smoothies (Single Serving)

The Ninja Professional Blender 1000 is decent for making single-serve smoothies. It can make a good-textured single-serve drink with fibrous ingredients like kale, but you need to blend for a long time to get the best results. The jar isn’t the easiest to clean by hand, but on the plus side, it’s dishwasher-safe.

7.6

Smoothies (Multiple Servings)

The Ninja Professional Βlender 1000 is good for making multiple servings of smoothies. It struggles to fully blend big batches of fibrous ingredients, so your smoothie will have a grainy texture if you add something like kale. However, it’s well-built and has a big capacity. The sharp blades make it hard to clean by hand, but it’s dishwasher-safe.

9.7

Ice Crushing

The Ninja Professional Blender 1000 is outstanding for crushing ice. It has a good build quality, with a sturdy-feeling motor base. Using ‘Pulse’ mode, it takes about 30 seconds to make snow-like crushed ice.

Pros

• Makes snow-like crushed ice.

• Dishwasher-safe and easy to clean by hand.

• Good build quality.

4.7

Soups

The Ninja Professional Blender 1000 isn’t safe for hot blending, so you have to let your ingredients cool before using it for recipes like soup. Its 72-ounce main pitcher fits most recipes in one batch, but it struggles to make a smooth blend with fibrous ingredients like leafy greens.

7.2

Professional Use

The Ninja Professional Blender 1000 is decent for professional use. It has a sturdy build quality and a big 72-ounce (or 64-ounce liquid) capacity. It’s not too loud when it’s running and does a fantastic job of crushing ice. It can handle tough jobs like making nut butter. However, it makes a grainy puree with fibrous ingredients like kale, so it’s not ideal for making smooth soups or multiple servings of smoothies. Unfortunately, you can’t use it to blend hot ingredients. The jar doesn’t have a two-part lid, so there’s no way to add ingredients mid-blend, and it doesn’t offer a very wide range of speed settings, which is a bit limiting.

Pros

• Dishwasher-safe and easy to clean by hand.

• 64-ounce liquid capacity.

• Makes very smooth, spreadable nut butter.

• Good build quality.

Cons

• Can’t hot blend.

• 6.5

  Multi-Purpose

• 7. 4

  Smoothies (Single Serving)

• 7.6

  Smoothies (Multiple Servings)

• 9.7

  Ice Crushing

• 4.7

  Soups

• 7. 2

  Professional Use

+ Create your own

1. Updated Dec 02, 2022:
   Compared its controls to the Ninja Professional Plus Blender DUO with Auto-iQ’s.

2. Updated Sep 23, 2022:
   Revised text to match results updated to Test Bench 1.0.

3. Updated Aug 24, 2022:
   The score for ‘Fibrous Ingredients (Small Βatches)’ changed from 6.1 to 7.2 because a longer blending time results in a better texture. The ‘Texture’ score changed from 6.5 to 7.5 and the ‘Processing’ score from 8.5 to 6 because of the extra time required. The ‘Fibrous Ingredients (Full Capacity)’ score also changed, from 4.8 to 6.4. The ‘Texture’ score changed from 4 to 6 and the ‘Processing’ score from 8 to 6.

4. Updated Jul 28, 2022:
   Converted to Test Bench 1.0.

5. Updated Feb 02, 2022:
   Review published.

6. Updated Jan 28, 2022:
   Early access published.

Check Price

Black
Professional Blender 1000

Searching

Finding Store

Black
Professional Blender 1000

Searching

Finding Store

Black
Professional Blender 1000

Searching

Finding Store

Black
Professional Blender 1000

Searching

Finding Store

SEE CURRENT DEALS AND PRICE TREND  

Differences Between Sizes And Variants

The Ninja Professional Blender 1000 comes in one variant with a black and silver color scheme. You can see the label for the unit we tested here. If you come across another variant, please let us know in the discussions, and we’ll update our review.

Compared To Other Blenders

The Ninja Professional Blender 1000 is a budget-friendly full-size blender. It comes with the same 72-ounce jar as Ninja Blender Duo with Auto-iQ BL642 and Ninja Professional Plus Blender with Auto-iQ, but it’s much quieter when running and is much better for making nut butter. It also has simpler controls, with no preset modes or extra accessories like personal jars. It does a fantastic job crushing ice, but unlike the Oster Pro 1200 or KitchenAid K150, you can’t use it for hot blending.

Check out our picks for the best blenders for smoothies, the best blenders, and the best Ninja blenders.

Searching

Finding Store

The NutriBullet Blender Combo and the Ninja Professional Blender 1000 have different strengths, and you may prefer either, depending on what you’re looking for. The NutriBullet comes with a pair of personal jars with to-go lids for single-serve drinks and makes better blends with fibrous ingredients. You can also use its main jar to blend hot ingredients for recipes like soup. On the other hand, the Ninja is much more suitable for tough tasks like ice crushing and making nut butter.

Searching

Finding Store

The Oster Pro 1200 is a more versatile blender than the Ninja Professional Blender 1000. The Oster comes with a 48-ounce glass jar and an additional personal jar for single-serve smoothies with a matching to-go lid. It makes a much smoother blend with fibrous ingredients, so it’s better for smoothies and soups. On the other hand, the Ninja is better for crushing ice. It has a much better build quality, and its main jar has a bigger capacity.

Searching

Finding Store

The Vitamix Explorian E310 is better than the Ninja Professional Blender 1000. The Vitamix has a significantly better build quality and a more versatile performance since it can hot blend. It’s better at processing small and big batches of fibrous ingredients and easier to use to make nut butter. It’s also much easier to clean by hand. However, the Ninja is quieter and does a slightly better job of crushing ice in its main pitcher. 

Searching

Finding Store

The Ninja Professional Blender NJ601AMZ is the next generation of the Ninja Professional Blender 1000. The two have similar overall performances, but the 1000 has a slight edge because it’s better-built and quieter. The NJ601AMZ processes big batches of fibrous ingredients a little faster, but it’s a marginal difference.

Searching

Finding Store

The Ninja Professional Βlender 1000 is slightly better than the Ninja Professional Plus Βlender with Auto-iQ, mainly because it makes a smoother blend with fibrous ingredients like kale. The blenders perform similarly otherwise. Ηowever, some people may prefer the Auto-iQ because it’s sturdier and has a few automatic blending programs.

Searching

Finding Store

The Ninja Foodi Power Blender & Processor System is better than the Ninja Professional Blender 1000. The Foodi does a better job of processing fibrous ingredients in its main jar. It also comes with a personal jar you can use to make silky single-serve smoothies. On the downside, it’s a lot louder than the Professional.

Searching

Finding Store

The Vitamix A3500 is better than the Ninja Professional Blender 1000. The Vitamix has a much better build quality, comes with a 2-part lid and tamper, and offers a wider range of speed settings. It makes a much smoother blend of fibrous ingredients and can hot blend. Both blenders can make snow-like crushed ice quickly, and the Ninja’s main jar has a bigger capacity.

Searching

Finding Store

The Ninja Professional Plus Kitchen System with Auto-iQ and the Ninja Professional Blender 1000 have different strengths. The Auto-iQ has more extra features, including personal jars and a food processing bowl. You can use the smaller jars to make significantly better single-serve smoothies. It has a few preset modes and a timer that shows you how much time is left during the blending cycle. The 1000 has a simpler design, but both blenders make snow-like crushed ice. The 1000 is also a bit quieter when it’s running.

Searching

Finding Store

For most purposes, the Ninja Professional Blender 1000 is better than the Ninja Foodi Power Pitcher SS201. The Professional has a better build quality and makes a smoother blend with fibrous ingredients. It’s also quieter when it’s running. The Foodi comes with a blade for forming dough, so you may prefer it for that reason.

Searching

Finding Store

The Ninja Foodi Power Pitcher System is better than the Ninja Professional Blender 1000 for most purposes. The Foodi comes with additional jars that make it better for nut butter and single-serve smoothies. It also makes a much smoother blend with fibrous ingredients in its main jar. It also comes with a few different blade assemblies for different purposes, including a dough blade. Βoth models are superb for ice crushing. 

+ Show more

Test Results

Sort Category───────────RATINGSMulti-PurposeSmoothies (Single Serving)Smoothies (Multiple Servings)Ice CrushingSoupsProfessional Use

Category AllDesignPerformanceEase Of Use

Design

Blender Type

Full Size Blender

Height

17. 1″ (43.5 cm)

Width

6.4″ (16.3 cm)

Depth

9.8″ (24.8 cm)

Weight

7.7 lbs (3.5 kg)

Shaft Length (Immersion Blenders)

N/A

The Ninja Professional Blender 1000 is a bulky full-size blender that needs to be stored on a kitchen counter or in a spacious cupboard. You can also remove the jar for easier storage.

The Ninja Professional Blender 1000 has good build quality. The motor base is made of plastic that feels sturdy and has rubber feet to help keep it from moving around on your counter. The black plastic platform that the jar sits on feels robust and holds the jar steady. The jar needs to twist into place and the lid locked on before the blender can operate.

Unfortunately, the control panel feels cheap, and the buttons, when pressed, lack proper clicky feedback. The ‘Medium’ button feels less clicky than the others. The jar lid feels flimsy, which isn’t ideal since it contains the safety mechanism that prevents the blender from starting without the lid on. The plastic base of the jar feels fragile and seems prone to shattering if it knocks against something. While it’s not something we experienced with our unit, some users have reported that bottom of the jar cracks easily or begins to leak over time.

Main Jar Capacity

72.0 oz (2,129 ml)

Additional Jar Capacity

N/A

The main jar has a big 72-ounce capacity, so it’s suitable for making big recipes and multiple servings.

Jar/Beaker Material

BPA-Free Plastic

Dishwasher Safe

Yes

The jar is made of plastic and needs to be oriented correctly on the motor base to clip into place. The jar and lid are dishwasher-safe.

Blade Type

Sharp

Blade Count

6

Removable

Yes

Dishwasher Safe

Yes

The Ninja Professional Blender 1000 has Ninja’s typical blade design, with six very sharp blades that spiral around a center column. The blade stack is easy to remove from the jar and is top-rack dishwasher-safe.

Two-Part Lid

No

Lid Closing Type

Lock Mechanism

The Ninja Professional Blender 1000’s lid is made of plastic with a rubber gasket on its underside. There’s a spout-like opening on one corner with a clear plastic cover that flips open. It can help with pouring, but it’s not considered a 2-part lid because the opening is too small for adding ingredients. You also can’t fit a tool like a tamper through it to stir your recipe, although the stacked blades would get in the way and make it difficult to use a tamper anyway. The lid has to be locked onto the jar before the blender will operate. To lock it, you need to align the triangle symbol on the lid with the triangle symbol on the jar’s handle, then push it down on the lid’s handle until it locks into place.

Stow-Away Compartment

Yes

Cord Length

2. 6 ft (0.8 m)

The Ninja Professional Blender 1000’s power cord is long enough to reach an outlet near your counter. There’s a ridge around the exhaust vents on the back of the motor base that you can wrap the cord around to keep it out of the way when the blender’s not in use.

• Ninja Professional Blender 1000 motor base
• 72 oz pitcher
• Lid with locking handle
• Blade stack assembly
• Manual

Performance

Jar Used

Main Jar

Fibrous Ingredients Processing

Fibrous Ingredients Texture

The Ninja Professional Blender 1000 is decent for small batches of fibrous ingredients. It makes a grainy puree with ingredients like kale, but the grains are small, and the texture is good overall. However, you have to blend for a long time to get this result.

Jar Used

Main Jar

Fibrous Ingredients Processing

Fibrous Ingredients Texture

The Ninja Professional Blender 1000 is okay for large batches of fibrous ingredients. However, even if you run the blender for a long time, it makes a grainy puree with ingredients like kale. There are more, bigger unprocessed bits than in the small batch.

Crushed Ice Preparation

Crushed Ice Texture

The Ninja Professional Blender 1000 easily crushes ice cubes into snow-like crushed ice. Like most full-size Ninja blenders we’ve tested, it takes about 30 seconds to crush 12 ice cubes with ‘Pulse’ mode.

Nut Butter Preparation

Nut Butter Texture

The Ninja Professional Blender 1000 does a great job of making nut butter. If you use the ‘Pulse’ button to break up the almonds and then blend at ‘Ηigh’ speed, it makes a very smooth, very spreadable butter. Unlike with some blenders, like the Vitamix Explorian E310, there may be some unprocessed bits or powder caught around or under the blades. It’s not the easiest blender to use for tough tasks like making nut butter since it takes a while, and you need to stop the blender a few times to scrape the sides of the jar with a spoon or spatula.

Noise @ Max Speed

90.7 dB

It’s not very loud for a full-size blender. It still makes a lot of noise, like all blenders, but it doesn’t become irritating as quickly as blenders like the Ninja Smart Screen or the NutriBullet Blender Combo.

Min Speed

3,600 RPM

Max Speed

4,600 RPM

Power

1,000 W

Speed Adjustment Based On Jar Type

No

Similar to other full-size blenders from Ninja, there isn’t a huge difference between the low and high-speed settings. The maximum speed isn’t very fast compared to blenders like the Oster Pro 1200, so it may be less well-suited for making smooth purees with fibrous ingredients.

Ease Of Use

On/Off Switch

Yes

Speed Presets

3

Speed Dial

No

Hot Blending

No

Pulse/Turbo Mode

Yes

Programs

0

Blending Time Indicator

No

Programmable Timer

No

The Ninja BL610 has simple controls, with buttons for three speed presets and a pulse mode. There’s also a power button that acts as an on/off toggle. If you’re looking for a blender with automatic blending programs, you might prefer the Ninja Professional Plus Blender DUO with Auto-iQ.

The Ninja Professional Blender 1000’s extremely sharp blades make it hard to clean. The blade assembly is removable, but you need to be very careful not to cut yourself when you’re cleaning it. Running the blender with soap and water can take care of a good amount of residue in the jar and on the blades. However, there’s a small hole on one end of the blade assembly that connects to the lid’s locking mechanism. Debris can accumulate there and is difficult to reach unless you have something long and thin like a pipe cleaner. You may also need to wipe the lid’s gasket with a sponge and open the lid’s spout cover to take care of any remaining residue.

Ninja Pro Blender 1000 at Costco Review

Costco

ByAmber
Updated onMay 14, 2023Costco

I was in need of a new blender recently and was happy that I found the Ninja Pro blender at Costco.  I quickly read the reviews online and figured that if it didn’t end up working out, at least I could return it to Costco since the Costco return policy is one of the best. 

I wasn’t sure what to expect, but after trying out this blender, I can honestly say that I am very happy with my purchase. 

Details

• $69.99 at my local Costco.
• Item number 3883930
• Located in the kitchen section.
• Total crushing technology. 
• Frozen blending.
• Dishwasher safe.
• BPA free. 
• 1000 watt motor.
• 50 page recipe book included. 
• 72 oz pitcher.
• Lid with Pour Spout.

Everything in the box

When you first open the box you will see the included cookbook and owners manual. The cookbook features over 50 different recipes that you can make using the blender.

Also included is the 72 oz clear plastic pitcher, locking lid with pour spout, and blender base. The blender has low, medium, high, and pulse blending options.  

Features

The Ninja blender is known for its total crushing technology. Which crushes through ice and frozen ingredients in just seconds. This is made up of a stacked blade assembly. I was surprised to see how big and sharp the blades were. 

The blades are also stacked so that they blend from the bottom, middle and top of the blender instead of just blending from the bottom like some other blenders. 

These sharp blades are what makes the blender able to crush and blend through ice and other frozen ingredients. This makes it perfect for blending creamy fruit smoothies. 

These stacked blades are also removable, so you easily take them out for cleaning. Just be really careful when handling them, they are very sharp. 

The blender lid locks when in use, and then you can release the locking lid to lift the handle. 

There is also a small pouring lid on the top which is very convenient. 

How Did it Work? 

When I purchased the blender I had no idea what to expect, but there were almost 4,000 4. 7 out of 5 star reviews on the Costco website, so I figured that it must be pretty good. 

I also never worry too much about not liking something that I purchase at Costco. I know that I can return almost anything that doesn’t work out, because the Costco return policy is one of the best! 

After using the blender I can definitely say that I am 100% happy with my purchase, and I don’t think I will be having to return it. 

We make a ton of smoothies in our house, and our old blender just didn’t blend and crush the ice very well.

The Ninja Pro Blender 1000 has no problem crushing large ice cubes, and even whole frozen strawberries and other fruit. 

It’s easy to use and the 1000 watt motor combined with the stacked blade assembly blends the ingredients fast. At the time of writing this review, we have used it daily since purchasing it about 2 months ago. It is still going strong, and we have been enjoying perfectly blended smoothies. 

Just be careful that you don’t cut yourself when handling the sharp blades. My daughter and I both ended up getting a little cut. Make sure that when you are handing the blades you always grab them from the top black plastic section. 

Cleaning the Blender

I have found that cleaning the Ninja Pro Blender 1000 from Costo is actually really easy. Since all the pieces are removable, I just put the pitcher, stacked blades, and the lid in the dishwasher. 

At first I was worried that the blade assembly might be hard to remove, but it just lifts out very easily. You don’t even have to twist it, you just have to make sure you only handle it from the top of the assembly. 

Final Thoughts

This is definitely the best blender that we have owned. It works great, is easy to clean and blends fully frozen ingredients in just seconds. Since good blenders can sometimes cost over $500 I thought that the $69.99 cost of the Ninja Pro Blender 1000 at Costco was a great deal. 

Watch for it to go on sale, as Costc will sometimes have a $15 off sale at certain times of the year.  Overall we are very happy with our purchase and have been enjoying some of the best perfectly blended smoothies.If you are looking at purchasing a blender, I would definitely recommend this one!

Amber

Hi, I’m Amber. I love finding new things at Costco! Here you will find all my favorite products, Costco food reviews, and shopping tips.

Similar Posts

How to use a blender correctly – rules for 2 types of appliances

A blender is a useful thing. But in order for it to work properly and solve the task assigned to it as it should, it is important not only to choose the appropriate option, but also to be able to use the device correctly. This article tells you what blenders are and convinces you that there is nothing difficult in using such a technique. The subtleties of working with devices will help not only achieve the desired result during cooking, but also make sure that the blender will last much longer than the warranty period.

What are blenders?

Before proceeding to the nuances of the correct use of the blender, it is necessary to understand their types. There are only two main types of such grinding kitchen appliances – these are submersible and stationary models.

See also: Which blender is better to buy – submersible or stationary: choose from 2 options

How to work with a submersible or hand blender?

How can I use an immersion blender? Basically, whatever. It is able to grind meat and poultry, cheese, fish, hard vegetables and fruits. Suitable for making minced meat (meat and vegetables), smoothies, purees.

It should be noted that not every appliance is capable of grinding coffee beans. Firstly, this requires a certain power (at least 600 W), and secondly, a special nozzle. If the blender is not very powerful, it is better not to throw raw carrots and potatoes there: alternatively, vegetables can be boiled or a little liquid can be added to the bowl.

Interesting: The 800-watt SHB4362GR can even break ice.

When using a hand blender, you must use a container with a capacity reserve. This will keep the ingredients from flying apart. The complete bowl also does not need to be filled to the end. The volume indicated by manufacturers is total. Useful, usually 15% less.

If you need to use the device to grind a small amount of ingredients, you still need to fill the bowl with them to the minimum division on the measuring scale. If there is no such scale on the container, then it is important that the leg is completely immersed in its contents with knives.

Incorrect :

1. Whisk, chop products with temperatures above 70 degrees;
2. Grind vegetables/fruit/meat with bones. Bones must first be removed.

Topic: TOP 10 best immersion blenders

The subtleties of working with a stationary blender

This technique is ideal for making cocktails, sauces and pureed soups. It is not difficult to use the stationary version:

1. Before placing the products in the bowl, they must be crushed to make the task of the blender easier.
2. Replace bowl.
3. Cover with lid.
4. Press the button and wait.

Advice : If you need to make a soup for a couple of days or a few cocktails for a party, the powerful Russell Hobbs 22990-56 Easyprep with an almost two-liter bowl will do.

Terms of use are also available:

• As with hand-held devices, it is not recommended to load hot food into the bowl of a stationary blender. At a minimum, it will quickly lose its original transparent appearance and may turn yellow.
• Do not try to load the bowl to the limit. This will not give the desired result: the technique simply cannot cope with such a volume. If the mistake is repeated regularly, the device can be broken.

• The optimal minimum, which is usually marked on the bowl, should also be observed. When idling, the device wears out and deteriorates no less than when overloaded.

Advice : Regardless of blender type or manufacturer, it’s a good idea to read the instructions before use.

In addition: TOP-10 stationary blenders

Nozzles for blenders

Basic nozzle – chopper knife – is always there. With its help, the blender performs standard actions: prepares sauces and purees, cuts. Complete with many models, in addition to the basic accessory, a whisk for beating eggs is supplied. With it, you can cook meringue, knead a sparse dough.

A small mill knife is also quite common. The MX-GX1011WTQ also has it. With this additional tool, you can grind nuts, spices, coffee beans. There are screw attachments that will help make minced meat.

Interchangeable multi-functional accessories are also included or available at an additional cost. They will help cut food into slices of a certain shape (slices, straws or cubes), which can be changed for different dishes. With the help of such nozzles, you can turn a blender into a food processor.

Selection: TOP 10 blenders with a grinder

How to clean the blender after work

The part in which the motor and speed controller are located cannot be immersed in water: just wipe it with a damp sponge. Putting this blender element in the dishwasher is also unacceptable.

Dirt from all removable parts can be easily removed by a simple tap wash, and in some cases you can send the removable parts to the dishwasher. Whether they are dishwasher safe, the manufacturer always writes on the box, in the instructions or in the data sheet.

When grinding greasy foods, you can safely use normal dish detergent. The main thing is to rinse them well, wipe with a dry cloth and dry.

Some models such as BL300138 are equipped with Pulse mode. Not only does it help blend thick ingredients, it also makes cleaning easier. Everything is quite simple here. You need to fill the bowl with water, select the desired function, then pour out the dirty liquid and dry the container.

Useful: TOP 12 best blender manufacturers

Ninja desktop blenders – a huge selection at the best prices

6,945 results.

Ninja Countertop Blenders

Ninja countertop blenders come in several different styles. Some models are full-size, professional appliances while others are primarily for smaller blending jobs, like smoothies. They have black or dark gray bases and tops that make them tasteful additions to any kitchen.

Are Ninja blender pitchers plastic or glass?

The primary containers as well as the single-serve cups of Ninja blenders are made of BPA-free plastic. The containers and lids may all be safely washed in your kitchen dishwasher.

How powerful are Ninja countertop blenders?

The wattage of the Ninja motors varies from 900 to 1500, depending on the model. They are all designed to have the power to pulverize fruits and vegetables, including skins, and crush ice. You can make things like soups, nut butters, ice cream, frozen cocktails, and baby food in these appliances.

What are the power levels on a Ninja countertop blender?

This varies by model. Some models have full manual control while others feature an Auto-IQ function. To use the automatic setting, you simply push the button that corresponds to what you are making, like “smoothie.” The blender then automatically pulses and pauses in the right pattern and for the right time to produce the ideal mix for a smoothie.

What other features are there to choose from?

The blenders may have from two to 12 Auto-IQ settings, depending on the model. Most also have a manual option in case you want to control the blending cycle yourself. You can choose a model with a wide manual range that gives you precise control of the blending process.

Ninja blenders have a number of handy features that vary by model.

• Many models come with single-serving cups included. You may get one or two 24-ounce containers or two of different sizes. They have spout tops that make it easy to drink right from the cup.
• The pitchers hold up to 72 ounces, depending on the model.
  

How to Connect an iPad to a TV in Two Different Ways

• You can connect an iPad to a TV set with an AV (HDMI or VGA) cable. You’ll need the appropriate adapter cable from Apple.
• To connect the iPad, just connect the adapter to your iPad, connect the adapter to your television with the appropriate cable, and switch the TV to the correct input.
• You can also connect your iPad to a TV wirelessly if you have an Apple TV. To do that, use the Screen Mirroring feature in the iPad’s Control Center.
• On the TV, your iPad might look somewhat low-res because its display is being upscaled to a much larger display, but your iPad will send video and photos to the TV at the best possible resolution.
• Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories.

It’s surprisingly easy to connect an iPad to a television. Once connected, you can project the Home Screen and any app, turning the TV into a giant iPad display.

But you can also use the iPad to deliver high resolution video, effectively turning any TV into a “smart TV.” You can play Netflix, Hulu, or any streaming service from the iPad, or send video and photos stored on the iPad itself to the screen.

There are two common ways to connect your iPad to a TV: via an AV cable, and using an Apple TV device.

How to connect an iPad to your TV with an AV cable

To connect your iPad directly to a TV, you will need an adapter cable that’s compatible with the input you have on your TV or monitor. In most cases, that will be an HDMI cable, so you should get a Lightning to Digital AV Adapter from Apple (for older displays, Apple also sells a Lightning to VGA Adapter).

1. Connect the adapter to an HDMI (or VGA) cable.

2. Connect the cable to an input on your television.

3. Plug the adapter to the iPad’s Lightning port and turn on the iPad

Apple’s Digital AV Adapter connects your iPad’s Lightning port to an HDMI cable, which you then plug into a TV.

Dave Johnson/Business Insider

4. Use the TV’s control panel or remote control to switch to the input you just attached the cable to.

That’s pretty much it — you should see the iPad’s display duplicated on the TV. The Home Screen and most apps will probably look somewhat low resolution (the iPad’s resolution is being upscaled to the much larger TV screen) but when you play video, the full resolution of the video will be passed to the TV.

You can mirror anything on your iPad on a television or monitor using an AV adapter.

Dave Johnson/Business Insider

If you’ll be using the iPad for a long time, you might want to plug the AV adapter into an AC adapter. This will provide power to the iPad while it’s running. You’ll need an extra AC adapter and Lightning cable for this, since Apple doesn’t include one with the adapter.  

How to connect an iPad to your TV with an Apple TV

If you have an Apple TV, the process is actually even easier because there are no cables — it’s all wireless, using your Wi-Fi network.

1. Ensure that the iPad is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Apple TV.

2. Be sure your TV is on and displaying your Apple TV.

3. Open the iPad’s Control Center by swiping down from the right side of the screen.

4. Tap Screen Mirroring, and then tap Apple TV.

Connect an iPad to a nearby Apple TV using the Screen Mirroring button in the Control Center.

Dave Johnson/Business Insider

You should now see the iPad’s Home screen mirrored on the TV.

• How to factory reset your iPad

• How to sync your iPhone and iPad with your email, photos, text messages, and more

• How to restart and force-restart any iPad model

• How to backup your iPad to iCloud or a computer

Dave Johnson

Freelance Writer

Dave Johnson is a technology journalist who writes about consumer tech and how the industry is transforming the speculative world of science fiction into modern-day real life. Dave grew up in New Jersey before entering the Air Force to operate satellites, teach space operations, and do space launch planning. He then spent eight years as a content lead on the Windows team at Microsoft. As a photographer, Dave has photographed wolves in their natural environment; he’s also a scuba instructor and co-host of several podcasts. Dave is the author of more than two dozen books and has contributed to many sites and publications including CNET, Forbes, PC World, How To Geek, and Insider.

Read moreRead less

Insider Inc. receives a commission when you buy through our links.

How to connect your iPad to your TV

October 4th, 2022

Ready to share photos or videos from your iPad®? Or maybe you want to watch the game you’re streaming on your tablet on a bigger screen? It’s easy. We’ll show you how.

At Asurion, we help millions of people get the most out of their tech. Whether you want to fix an iPad that won’t sync with your computer or find a lost or stolen iPhone®, our experts can help. Here are a few simple ways to connect your iPad to your TV.

Connect your iPad to your TV via HDMI

One of the most reliable (and easiest) ways to connect your TV and iPad is with an HDMI cable, which transmits audio and video between the two devices. A wired connection between your iPad and TV ensures better picture quality. HDMI cables are the same on both ends, so it doesn’t matter which one goes into the TV or the iPad.

You’ll also need a Lightning® digital audio-visual adapter from Apple®. (Cheaper adapters are available, but some won’t reliably stream, say, movies on Netflix®). Here’s what to do:

1. Connect your iPad to the adapter, then connect the adapter to the cable.
2. Plug the cable into one of the HDMI inputs on your TV.
3. Using the remote control, select the input that corresponds to where you plugged in the cable (HDMI 1, HDMI 2, etc.).

The devices we love aren’t cheap. Protect them with Asurion Home+.

We’ll cover your favorite home tech plus provide 24/7 live support, all for less than $1 per day.

Learn more

Connect your iPad to your TV with Airplay

You can easily connect your iPad to your TV with an Apple TV® or an AirPlay® 2–compatible smart TV. Here’s how:

1. Make sure your iPad is on the same Wi-Fi network as your Apple® TV or AirPlay 2– compatible smart TV.
2. Swipe down from the top-right corner of your iPad screen to open the Control Center.
3. Tap the Screen Mirroring icon (it looks like overlapping rectangular boxes), then choose your TV from the list.
4. Follow the directions on both screens (TV and tablet). You might have to enter an AirPlay passcode that pops up on your TV.

To disconnect these devices, open Control Center on your iPad, tap Screen Mirroring icon, then tap Stop Mirroring.

Connect your iPad to your TV with Chromecast

Another way to connect your iPad to your TV wirelessly is with your Google® account and a Google Chromecast®. Here’s how:

1. Connect your Chromecast to the HDMI port on your TV.
2. Using your remote control, select the HDMI input that corresponds to where you plugged the Chromecast in.
3. On your iPad, turn on Bluetooth® and Wi-Fi.
4. Download, install, and open the Google Home app on your iPad. When prompted, allow your iPad to connect to devices on your local network. (If there is no prompt, make sure Bluetooth is on, then go to your iPad settings and tap Privacy > Local Network and turn on Google Home.)
5. The Google Home app should walk you through setup. If it does not, tap the + sign in the top-left corner of the Google Home app, then tap Set up device > New device and follow the steps.
6. When setup is complete, open a compatible app, tap the Cast button (it looks like a screen with broadcast lines on it), and then tap the device you want to cast to. You may need to tap Play on your iPad.
7. To stop casting, tap the Cast button and then tap Disconnect.

Looking to do more with your tablet? Check out our guide for how to sync your iPhone® with your iPad.

Protection beyond a tablet warranty

With the Asurion Home+ protection plan, we’ll cover all your favorite home tech—including your tablet, TV, laptop, smart devices and more—and provide 24/7 live expert support, all in one simple plan. To learn more about tablet protection, visit asurion.com/homeplus.

*The Asurion® trademarks and logos are the property of Asurion, LLC. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Asurion is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any of the respective owners of the other trademarks appearing herein.*

• SHARE THIS ARTICLE

How to connect iPhone/iPad to TV

Most of us consume most of our content from iPhone and iPad. Mobile gadgets are convenient to carry with you all the time, but some types of content are more convenient to view on a large TV screen.

It’s hard to surprise with smart TVs, but it’s rather problematic to betray something on them from an iPhone or iPad. This “something” will have to be searched again on the TV. It is easy to learn how to broadcast content from gadgets directly to a TV. Read on, how to make Apple smartphones and Black Mirror friends!

Possible methods of signal transmission from iPhone/iPad to TV

Despite the closed Apple ecosystem, Cupertinians make it possible to broadcast the signal wirelessly and by wire. More convenient is chosen by the user.

Wired connection to TV

This method is considered to be a budget one. We start by buying a Lightning to HDMI, Lightning adapter for iPhone. Such an adapter will allow you to transmit a signal not only to a TV, but also to ordinary monitors and projectors. By the way, on the iPad Pro you will need an adapter from USB-C to HDMI.

The advantages of the adapter are the ability to simultaneously transfer and charge a smartphone or tablet, as well as the minimum signal delay.

Now it remains to connect the HDMI cable to the TV and phone through the adapter. Next, a few settings on the TV, and the picture will be on the big screen.

iPhone/iPad to TV Wireless Streaming

Apple has long gone wire-free. To maintain a high level of security, they had to develop their own standard for connecting iPhone / iPad to third-party devices.

This standard is called AirPlay. It is not only a guarantee of security, but also ensures uninterrupted communication. To start wireless transmission, open the bottom curtain and click on the Screen Mirroring button. A list of possible broadcast devices will open.

Now let’s deal with the signal receiver. Many TV models support Apple’s wireless standard, making their products more attractive to customers. Before reading further, it is worth checking your TV.

If, nevertheless, AirPlay is not provided, this can be compensated in several ways. The easiest and most convenient is to buy an Apple TV set-top box. It will not only make any TV “smart”, but can also receive a signal via AirPlay with image transmission to the big screen.

Like all Apple equipment, a branded set-top box will be expensive. You can try to find a prefix from third-party manufacturers that supports the standard. There are some, but it’s hard to say anything about their quality of work. If Apple TV is as trouble-free as a Kalashnikov assault rifle, then problems often arise with others.

What if a set-top box without AirPlay is already connected?

We invite Cap to buy a new one with support. For the sake of completeness, I should have said this. Now seriously, there is a way if you don’t want to pay a second time for a prefix.

As a rule, both the iPhone/iPad and the set-top box are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. You can try to simulate an AirPlay connection. To do this, you need to install a special application.

Most set-top boxes support the ability to install applications. Find and install an AirPlay emulator on your iPhone or iPad, and put the same one on your console. Try the free iMediaShare. It already has English-language channels and the YouTube app built in, but you can also broadcast something of your own. The interface is intuitive, you need to select the video and output device. Get the picture on a wide screen. There are many similar applications in the AppStore, both paid and free.

Unfortunately, everything works only in the environment of this application and only with a Wi-Fi connection. If this does not bother you, you get an excellent opportunity to save several thousand hryvnias.

A tip from iLounge

Transferring movies, pictures, text from iPhone or iPad is not difficult. In the case of an initially large set of functions on the TV, the user does not even have to buy additional accessories.

If unlucky, the problem can be solved by a set-top box, and this is not necessarily an Apple TV. Yes, it will significantly upgrade any TV, and the user receives all the services of Cupertino for the big screen, but no one has canceled the price issue.

The adapter option would be less convenient. It’s great if you don’t have wireless connectivity, but it can get tiresome to use it all the time. Also, do not forget that you can always ask for help from a specialized iLab service center.

How to connect your iPad to your TV in different ways

If you are a proud owner of an iPad, then you probably like to spend time watching photos and movies on the screen of your tablet. But sometimes you want to view content on a big TV screen. Here the main drawback of Apple technology becomes obvious – the inability to connect the device to an external player. To connect your iPad to your TV, you will need to purchase additional accessories. We’ll show you how to do this with cables and adapters, as well as wirelessly.

Popular Ways to Connect iPad to TV

Table of Contents

• 1 Apple TV and AirPlay
• 2 Chromecast
• 3 HDMI or VGA Cable
• 4 Summary

Apple TV and AirPlay

Apple TV is a mini interactive TV set-top box connected to the HDMI connector. Thanks to this technology, the TV becomes the center of family leisure. With the help of the tvOS operating system, any content becomes available for viewing on the TV, just like on the iPad. You can download and watch movies, play games, and use AirPlay to connect any iOS device. In the official Apple store, the cost of the fourth generation set-top box is 13990 r. for the 32 GB version. For the 64 gigabyte version, you will have to pay 4000 more. You can also buy a branded HDMI cable there for 1590 rubles. Management takes place through the remote control with a touch panel.

1. Connect your Apple TV to the power socket and to your TV with an HDMI cable. When using cable Internet, plug the power cord into the appropriate socket.
2. When the setup screen appears, press the surface of the remote control to activate it, then select the language and region.
3. Set-top box can be configured automatically using iPad or manually.
4. In the first case, turn on Bluetooth on your tablet, confirm the setup request, and follow the instructions that appear on the screen.
5. For manual setup, enter your Apple ID account information, Wi-Fi password, select a device for the verification code, then enter the code itself.
6. Follow the instructions on the TV screen to complete the setup.
7. On an iPad, swipe up from the bottom of the screen and tap the AirPlay icon.
8. Select the TV icon from the list of compatible devices. Your audio and video files will now play on your Apple TV.
9. If you activate the Video mirroring function, the iPad screen will be mirrored on the TV.

Chromecast

This is a small device developed by Google that also plugs into HDMI on your TV and allows you to stream images and music from your tablet, surf the web, and even create playlists. The prefix costs a little more than 2000 rubles. But since it was primarily created for Android devices, using it on the iPad is quite problematic. In addition, the function is supported by a limited number of applications.

1. Connect your Chromecast to your TV’s HDMI port. Use the USB port for power.
2. Launch an application that supports this function, select the broadcast from the menu, and enjoy watching on the big screen. The list of supported applications can be found on the page. Management is done on the tablet through the application menu.

HDMI or VGA cable

If the Apple TV is quite expensive, and Chromecast has limited functionality, then you can connect any TV using a cable. If the TV is modern and has an HDMI interface, we recommend using it. Older TVs will have to use VGA. You will need to buy a special Lightning digital AV adapter or Lightning to VGA adapter (they cost 409 in the official store0 rub.).

1. Plug one end of the adapter into your iPad and the other end into your TV.
2. Use the remote control to select the input (HDMI or VGA) and scroll through the menu of the tablet. The image should repeat on the TV screen.

Please note that when connected via VGA, only picture can be output to the TV, while HDMI also provides sound. Signal transmission is set automatically, control is performed through the iPad menu.

Conclusion

Now you know how to connect your iPad and display it on your TV screen.

Dyson | UP 20 Animal Ball 2 Upright Vacuum Cleaner ⋆ Carolina Forest Vac & Sew

Sale!

$499.00 $449.00

MSRP: $499.00 (You Save: $50.00)

Dyson UP 20 Animal Ball 2 Upright Vacuum No Tax outside SC Free Shipping Strongest suction at the cleaner head. Even more power for tough tasks. Self-adjusting cleaner head seals in suction. Cleans up high and under furniture. Removes pet hair without tangling. 5 year warranty labor and shipping . The Ball Animal 2 has an advanced self-adjusting cleaner head that automatically adjusts between carpets and hard floors – sealing in suction across all floors to tackle your toughest tasks. Its wand and hose release in one smooth action to make it easier to clean up high and under furniture.

In stock

Dyson | UP 20 Animal Ball 2 Upright Vacuum Cleaner quantity

SKU: CF05076 Category: Dyson Vacuums Tags: Authorized Dealer, Vacuum Cleaners GTIN: 760122568726

• Description
• Additional information
• Reviews (0)

Description

Dyson UP 20 Animal Ball 2 Upright Vacuum No Tax outside SC Free Shipping

• Strongest suction at the cleaner head.
• Even more power for tough tasks.
• Self-adjusting cleaner head seals in suction.
• Cleans up high and under furniture.
• Removes pet hair without tangling.
• 5 year warranty. Free parts, labor and shipping.

The strongest suction. No other vacuum has stronger suction at the cleaner head.(1) Even more power for tough tasks. Engineered to give more power for tough tasks across all floors. Self-adjusting cleaner head. Active base plate automatically raises and lowers to seal in suction across all floors. Instant-release wand. Wand and long-reach hose release in one smooth action, so it’s easy to clean up high and under furniture. Designed for homes with pets. Tangle-free Turbine Tool removes pet hair from carpets and upholstery without tangling. 5 year warranty. Dyson’s free 5 year warranty covers parts and labor, plus free shipping there and back.

The Dyson Ball Animal 2 has the strongest suction of any vacuum.1 With even more power for tough tasks. No other vacuum has stronger suction at the cleaner head than the Ball Animal 2. It handles tough tasks easily, making it ideal for parents and pet-owners. The Ball Animal 2 has an advanced self-adjusting cleaner head that automatically adjusts between carpets and hard floors – sealing in suction across all floors to tackle your toughest tasks. Its wand and hose release in one smooth action to make it easier to clean up high and under furniture. With hygienic bin emptying, there’s no need to get your hands dirty – just push the button to release the dirt. Whole-machine HEPA filtration ensures that allergens and bacteria are trapped inside the machine, not expelled back into the home. The Dyson Ball Animal 2 vacuum comes with the Tangle-free Turbine tool, which removes hair from carpets and upholstery without tangling.

Additional information

dyson ball animal 2%2b upright

Maui Jim Starfish Polarized RS744-22B

Cat Eye, Blue Frames, Speckled Frames, Pink Lenses, Target Group: Adult, Polarized, UV Protection

$189.00$279.00

Tarte Shape Tape Ultra Creamy Concealer 22B Light Beige

Concealer, Nourishing, Matte, Moisturizing, Waterproof, Gluten-Free, Sulfate-Free, Dermatologically Tested, Paraben-Free

$21.98

Boytone BT-22B, Record

$124.99

Ives 22B Low Profile

Maui Jim Honi HS758-22B

$214.99

Solido Subaru Impreza 22B 1:18

$69. 80

Ives 22B Low Profile Wrought Oblong Flush

Tarte Face Tape Foundation 22B Light Beige

Foundation, Matte, Moisturizing, Dermatologically Tested, Paraben-Free, Waterproof, Gluten-Free, Sulfate-Free, Nourishing

$39.00

Yamaha YRN-22B Sopranino Recorder with Baroque Fingering

Recorder

Speedball Hunt Artist Nibs 2/Pack #22B/#56

Tarte Shape Tape Pressed Powder 22B Light Beige

Powder, Dermatologically Tested, Paraben-Free, Sulfate-Free, Gluten-Free, Matte

$35.00

Schlage Ives 22B Low Profile Wrought Oblong Flush

Tarte Shape Tape Contour Concealer 22B Light Beige

$16. 43

Tarte Shape Tape Concealer Travel-Size 22B Light Beige

Concealer, Gluten-Free, Dermatologically Tested, Paraben-Free, Waterproof, Moisturizing, Matte

$14.00

Speedball Standard Point Dip Pen Nibs #22B, Pack of 2

Speedball Standard Point Dip Pen Nibs #22B, Extra Fine, Individual Nib

Marker, Color: Multicolor

Tarte Shape Tape Ultra Creamy Concealer Travel-Size 22B Light Beige

Concealer, Nourishing, Matte, Moisturizing, Waterproof, Gluten-Free, Sulfate-Free, Dermatologically Tested, Paraben-Free

$14.00

Tarte Babassu Foundcealer Skincare Foundation Broad Spectrum SPF20 22B Light Beige

Foundation, Moisturizing, Luster, Vitamins, Gluten-Free, Dermatologically Tested, Paraben-Free, Nourishing, SPF

$40.

How to Connect an iPad to a TV in Two Different Ways

• You can connect an iPad to a TV set with an AV (HDMI or VGA) cable. You’ll need the appropriate adapter cable from Apple.
• To connect the iPad, just connect the adapter to your iPad, connect the adapter to your television with the appropriate cable, and switch the TV to the correct input.
• You can also connect your iPad to a TV wirelessly if you have an Apple TV. To do that, use the Screen Mirroring feature in the iPad’s Control Center.
• On the TV, your iPad might look somewhat low-res because its display is being upscaled to a much larger display, but your iPad will send video and photos to the TV at the best possible resolution.
• Visit Business Insider’s homepage for more stories.

It’s surprisingly easy to connect an iPad to a television. Once connected, you can project the Home Screen and any app, turning the TV into a giant iPad display.

But you can also use the iPad to deliver high resolution video, effectively turning any TV into a “smart TV.” You can play Netflix, Hulu, or any streaming service from the iPad, or send video and photos stored on the iPad itself to the screen.

There are two common ways to connect your iPad to a TV: via an AV cable, and using an Apple TV device.

How to connect an iPad to your TV with an AV cable

To connect your iPad directly to a TV, you will need an adapter cable that’s compatible with the input you have on your TV or monitor. In most cases, that will be an HDMI cable, so you should get a Lightning to Digital AV Adapter from Apple (for older displays, Apple also sells a Lightning to VGA Adapter).

1. Connect the adapter to an HDMI (or VGA) cable.

2. Connect the cable to an input on your television.

3. Plug the adapter to the iPad’s Lightning port and turn on the iPad

Apple’s Digital AV Adapter connects your iPad’s Lightning port to an HDMI cable, which you then plug into a TV.

Dave Johnson/Business Insider

4. Use the TV’s control panel or remote control to switch to the input you just attached the cable to.

That’s pretty much it — you should see the iPad’s display duplicated on the TV. The Home Screen and most apps will probably look somewhat low resolution (the iPad’s resolution is being upscaled to the much larger TV screen) but when you play video, the full resolution of the video will be passed to the TV.

You can mirror anything on your iPad on a television or monitor using an AV adapter.

Dave Johnson/Business Insider

If you’ll be using the iPad for a long time, you might want to plug the AV adapter into an AC adapter. This will provide power to the iPad while it’s running. You’ll need an extra AC adapter and Lightning cable for this, since Apple doesn’t include one with the adapter.  

How to connect an iPad to your TV with an Apple TV

If you have an Apple TV, the process is actually even easier because there are no cables — it’s all wireless, using your Wi-Fi network.

1. Ensure that the iPad is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your Apple TV.

2. Be sure your TV is on and displaying your Apple TV.

3. Open the iPad’s Control Center by swiping down from the right side of the screen.

4. Tap Screen Mirroring, and then tap Apple TV.

Connect an iPad to a nearby Apple TV using the Screen Mirroring button in the Control Center.

Dave Johnson/Business Insider

You should now see the iPad’s Home screen mirrored on the TV.

• How to factory reset your iPad

• How to sync your iPhone and iPad with your email, photos, text messages, and more

• How to restart and force-restart any iPad model

• How to backup your iPad to iCloud or a computer

Dave Johnson

Freelance Writer

Dave Johnson is a technology journalist who writes about consumer tech and how the industry is transforming the speculative world of science fiction into modern-day real life. Dave grew up in New Jersey before entering the Air Force to operate satellites, teach space operations, and do space launch planning. He then spent eight years as a content lead on the Windows team at Microsoft. As a photographer, Dave has photographed wolves in their natural environment; he’s also a scuba instructor and co-host of several podcasts. Dave is the author of more than two dozen books and has contributed to many sites and publications including CNET, Forbes, PC World, How To Geek, and Insider.

Read moreRead less

Insider Inc. receives a commission when you buy through our links.

How to connect your iPad to your TV

October 4th, 2022

Ready to share photos or videos from your iPad®? Or maybe you want to watch the game you’re streaming on your tablet on a bigger screen? It’s easy. We’ll show you how.

At Asurion, we help millions of people get the most out of their tech. Whether you want to fix an iPad that won’t sync with your computer or find a lost or stolen iPhone®, our experts can help. Here are a few simple ways to connect your iPad to your TV.

Connect your iPad to your TV via HDMI

One of the most reliable (and easiest) ways to connect your TV and iPad is with an HDMI cable, which transmits audio and video between the two devices. A wired connection between your iPad and TV ensures better picture quality. HDMI cables are the same on both ends, so it doesn’t matter which one goes into the TV or the iPad.

You’ll also need a Lightning® digital audio-visual adapter from Apple®. (Cheaper adapters are available, but some won’t reliably stream, say, movies on Netflix®). Here’s what to do:

1. Connect your iPad to the adapter, then connect the adapter to the cable.
2. Plug the cable into one of the HDMI inputs on your TV.
3. Using the remote control, select the input that corresponds to where you plugged in the cable (HDMI 1, HDMI 2, etc.).

The devices we love aren’t cheap. Protect them with Asurion Home+.

We’ll cover your favorite home tech plus provide 24/7 live support, all for less than $1 per day.

Learn more

Connect your iPad to your TV with Airplay

You can easily connect your iPad to your TV with an Apple TV® or an AirPlay® 2–compatible smart TV. Here’s how:

1. Make sure your iPad is on the same Wi-Fi network as your Apple® TV or AirPlay 2– compatible smart TV.
2. Swipe down from the top-right corner of your iPad screen to open the Control Center.
3. Tap the Screen Mirroring icon (it looks like overlapping rectangular boxes), then choose your TV from the list.
4. Follow the directions on both screens (TV and tablet). You might have to enter an AirPlay passcode that pops up on your TV.

To disconnect these devices, open Control Center on your iPad, tap Screen Mirroring icon, then tap Stop Mirroring.

Connect your iPad to your TV with Chromecast

Another way to connect your iPad to your TV wirelessly is with your Google® account and a Google Chromecast®. Here’s how:

1. Connect your Chromecast to the HDMI port on your TV.
2. Using your remote control, select the HDMI input that corresponds to where you plugged the Chromecast in.
3. On your iPad, turn on Bluetooth® and Wi-Fi.
4. Download, install, and open the Google Home app on your iPad. When prompted, allow your iPad to connect to devices on your local network. (If there is no prompt, make sure Bluetooth is on, then go to your iPad settings and tap Privacy > Local Network and turn on Google Home.)
5. The Google Home app should walk you through setup. If it does not, tap the + sign in the top-left corner of the Google Home app, then tap Set up device > New device and follow the steps.
6. When setup is complete, open a compatible app, tap the Cast button (it looks like a screen with broadcast lines on it), and then tap the device you want to cast to. You may need to tap Play on your iPad.
7. To stop casting, tap the Cast button and then tap Disconnect.

Looking to do more with your tablet? Check out our guide for how to sync your iPhone® with your iPad.

Protection beyond a tablet warranty

With the Asurion Home+ protection plan, we’ll cover all your favorite home tech—including your tablet, TV, laptop, smart devices and more—and provide 24/7 live expert support, all in one simple plan. To learn more about tablet protection, visit asurion.com/homeplus.

*The Asurion® trademarks and logos are the property of Asurion, LLC. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Asurion is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any of the respective owners of the other trademarks appearing herein.*

• SHARE THIS ARTICLE

How to connect iPhone/iPad to TV

Most of us consume most of our content from iPhone and iPad. Mobile gadgets are convenient to carry with you all the time, but some types of content are more convenient to view on a large TV screen.

It’s hard to surprise with smart TVs, but it’s rather problematic to betray something on them from an iPhone or iPad. This “something” will have to be searched again on the TV. It is easy to learn how to broadcast content from gadgets directly to a TV. Read on, how to make Apple smartphones and Black Mirror friends!

Possible methods of signal transmission from iPhone/iPad to TV

Despite the closed Apple ecosystem, Cupertinians make it possible to broadcast the signal wirelessly and by wire. More convenient is chosen by the user.

Wired connection to TV

This method is considered to be a budget one. We start by buying a Lightning to HDMI, Lightning adapter for iPhone. Such an adapter will allow you to transmit a signal not only to a TV, but also to ordinary monitors and projectors. By the way, on the iPad Pro you will need an adapter from USB-C to HDMI.

The advantages of the adapter are the ability to simultaneously transfer and charge a smartphone or tablet, as well as the minimum signal delay.

Now it remains to connect the HDMI cable to the TV and phone through the adapter. Next, a few settings on the TV, and the picture will be on the big screen.

iPhone/iPad to TV Wireless Streaming

Apple has long gone wire-free. To maintain a high level of security, they had to develop their own standard for connecting iPhone / iPad to third-party devices.

This standard is called AirPlay. It is not only a guarantee of security, but also ensures uninterrupted communication. To start wireless transmission, open the bottom curtain and click on the Screen Mirroring button. A list of possible broadcast devices will open.

Now let’s deal with the signal receiver. Many TV models support Apple’s wireless standard, making their products more attractive to customers. Before reading further, it is worth checking your TV.

If, nevertheless, AirPlay is not provided, this can be compensated in several ways. The easiest and most convenient is to buy an Apple TV set-top box. It will not only make any TV “smart”, but can also receive a signal via AirPlay with image transmission to the big screen.

Like all Apple equipment, a branded set-top box will be expensive. You can try to find a prefix from third-party manufacturers that supports the standard. There are some, but it’s hard to say anything about their quality of work. If Apple TV is as trouble-free as a Kalashnikov assault rifle, then problems often arise with others.

What if a set-top box without AirPlay is already connected?

We invite Cap to buy a new one with support. For the sake of completeness, I should have said this. Now seriously, there is a way if you don’t want to pay a second time for a prefix.

As a rule, both the iPhone/iPad and the set-top box are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. You can try to simulate an AirPlay connection. To do this, you need to install a special application.

Most set-top boxes support the ability to install applications. Find and install an AirPlay emulator on your iPhone or iPad, and put the same one on your console. Try the free iMediaShare. It already has English-language channels and the YouTube app built in, but you can also broadcast something of your own. The interface is intuitive, you need to select the video and output device. Get the picture on a wide screen. There are many similar applications in the AppStore, both paid and free.

Unfortunately, everything works only in the environment of this application and only with a Wi-Fi connection. If this does not bother you, you get an excellent opportunity to save several thousand hryvnias.

A tip from iLounge

Transferring movies, pictures, text from iPhone or iPad is not difficult. In the case of an initially large set of functions on the TV, the user does not even have to buy additional accessories.

If unlucky, the problem can be solved by a set-top box, and this is not necessarily an Apple TV. Yes, it will significantly upgrade any TV, and the user receives all the services of Cupertino for the big screen, but no one has canceled the price issue.

The adapter option would be less convenient. It’s great if you don’t have wireless connectivity, but it can get tiresome to use it all the time. Also, do not forget that you can always ask for help from a specialized iLab service center.

How to connect your iPad to your TV in different ways

If you are a proud owner of an iPad, then you probably like to spend time watching photos and movies on the screen of your tablet. But sometimes you want to view content on a big TV screen. Here the main drawback of Apple technology becomes obvious – the inability to connect the device to an external player. To connect your iPad to your TV, you will need to purchase additional accessories. We’ll show you how to do this with cables and adapters, as well as wirelessly.

Popular Ways to Connect iPad to TV

Table of Contents

• 1 Apple TV and AirPlay
• 2 Chromecast
• 3 HDMI or VGA Cable
• 4 Summary

Apple TV and AirPlay

Apple TV is a mini interactive TV set-top box connected to the HDMI connector. Thanks to this technology, the TV becomes the center of family leisure. With the help of the tvOS operating system, any content becomes available for viewing on the TV, just like on the iPad. You can download and watch movies, play games, and use AirPlay to connect any iOS device. In the official Apple store, the cost of the fourth generation set-top box is 13990 r. for the 32 GB version. For the 64 gigabyte version, you will have to pay 4000 more. You can also buy a branded HDMI cable there for 1590 rubles. Management takes place through the remote control with a touch panel.

1. Connect your Apple TV to the power socket and to your TV with an HDMI cable. When using cable Internet, plug the power cord into the appropriate socket.
2. When the setup screen appears, press the surface of the remote control to activate it, then select the language and region.
3. Set-top box can be configured automatically using iPad or manually.
4. In the first case, turn on Bluetooth on your tablet, confirm the setup request, and follow the instructions that appear on the screen.
5. For manual setup, enter your Apple ID account information, Wi-Fi password, select a device for the verification code, then enter the code itself.
6. Follow the instructions on the TV screen to complete the setup.
7. On an iPad, swipe up from the bottom of the screen and tap the AirPlay icon.
8. Select the TV icon from the list of compatible devices. Your audio and video files will now play on your Apple TV.
9. If you activate the Video mirroring function, the iPad screen will be mirrored on the TV.

Chromecast

This is a small device developed by Google that also plugs into HDMI on your TV and allows you to stream images and music from your tablet, surf the web, and even create playlists. The prefix costs a little more than 2000 rubles. But since it was primarily created for Android devices, using it on the iPad is quite problematic. In addition, the function is supported by a limited number of applications.

1. Connect your Chromecast to your TV’s HDMI port. Use the USB port for power.
2. Launch an application that supports this function, select the broadcast from the menu, and enjoy watching on the big screen. The list of supported applications can be found on the page. Management is done on the tablet through the application menu.

HDMI or VGA cable

If the Apple TV is quite expensive, and Chromecast has limited functionality, then you can connect any TV using a cable. If the TV is modern and has an HDMI interface, we recommend using it. Older TVs will have to use VGA. You will need to buy a special Lightning digital AV adapter or Lightning to VGA adapter (they cost 409 in the official store0 rub.).

1. Plug one end of the adapter into your iPad and the other end into your TV.
2. Use the remote control to select the input (HDMI or VGA) and scroll through the menu of the tablet. The image should repeat on the TV screen.

Please note that when connected via VGA, only picture can be output to the TV, while HDMI also provides sound. Signal transmission is set automatically, control is performed through the iPad menu.

Conclusion

Now you know how to connect your iPad and display it on your TV screen.

Refurbished Apple Watch SE (2nd Generation) GPS, 40mm Midnight Aluminum Case with M/L Midnight Sport Band

$209.00

Was $249.00

Save $40.00

Band fits 130-180mm wrists.Band fits 150-200mm wrists.

Size

Need some help?

Contact us.
(Opens in a new window)

• Product Information

  Overview

  Originally released September 2022

  S8 SiP with 64-bit dual-core processor

  Water resistant to 50 meters¹

  Retina LTPO OLED display (Up to 1000 nits brightness)

  802. 11b/g/n 2.4GHz

  Bluetooth 5.3

  Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery (Up to 18 hours²)

  Second-generation optical heart sensor

  High-g accelerometer

  High dynamic range gyroscope

  Ambient light sensor

  Capacity 32GB

  Nylon composite and sapphire crystal back

  Apple Certified Refurbished Products

  Quality products at great prices

  Rigorous prior to sale

  Covered by Apple’s 14-day returns policy This will open a new window.

  Engraving and gift wrap not available for refurbished products

  Supplies are limited

  What’s in the Box

  Refurbished Apple Watch Series SE

  Apple Watch Magnetic Charger to USB-C Cable (1 m)

  System Requirements

  Apple Watch Series SE require an iPhone 8 or later with iOS 16 or later.

  Features are subject to change. Some features, applications, and services may not be available in all regions or all languages.

• Features

  Features

  A great deal to love.
  

  Three stylish case colors. Powerful sensors for insights about your health and fitness. Innovative safety features. Convenient ways to stay connected. A faster dual-core processor for added performance. Apple Watch SE is feature packed, and now it’s a better value than ever.

  Fast is fashionable.
  

  Apple Watch SE is available in three case colors: Midnight, Starlight, and Silver. And the new S8 SiP makes it up to 20% faster,³ giving it the power to do more.

  Swim-suitable.
  

  Apple Watch SE is water resistant 50 meters.¹ Track your splits and sets in the pool. Map your route in open water. See accurate metrics even when using a kickboard. Whether you’re splashing, swimming, or surfing, the water’s fine.

  More metrics. More motivation.
  

  Stay active and motivated with Activity rings. And train like never before with the enhanced Workout app. Now you can try custom workouts and get advanced fitness metrics like Heart Rate Zones, Stride Length, Ground Contact Time, and Vertical Oscillation.

  Crash Detection. A safety feature we hope you’ll never need.
  

  For the first time, Apple Watch SE is able to detect if you’re in a severe car crash. When a crash is detected, Crash Detection can automatically connect you with emergency services, provide dispatchers with your location, and notify your emergency contacts. ⁴ Crash Detection uses the combined power of an improved 3-axis gyroscope and a new g-force accelerometer that has the highest dynamic range in any smartwatch. It also uses a barometer, GPS, and an advanced sensor-fusion algorithm trained on over 1 million hours of real-world crash data to detect if you’re in a severe crash.

  Watches out for your heart health.
  

  Check your heart rate at any time with the Heart Rate app. And get notifications for high or low heart rate or an irregular rhythm.⁵

  Stay centered with Mindfulness.
  

  The Mindfulness app is here to help you reduce everyday stress, be more present, and mentally prepare to take on new challenges. It can lead you through a series of calming breaths. And remind you to center yourself by reflecting on a short, thought-provoking theme. If you’re an Apple Fitness+ subscriber, you can practice mindfulness with audio-guided meditations anywhere you go.

  Get a closer look at your shut-eye.
  

  The Sleep app tracks your sleep, working with your iPhone to help you create a schedule and bedtime routine to meet your sleep goals. See how much time you spent in different sleep stages like REM, Core, or Deep sleep, as well as when you might have woken up. View your sleep trends to see how consistently you’re meeting your goals. The only thing it won’t do is count sheep.

  Apps to make it yours.
  

  Expand what your watch can do with tens of thousands of apps from the App Store. Discover apps for just about everything, from working on your tennis serve to tracking your bike rides to navigating the subway. You’ll also find Apple Watch apps for many of your favorite iPhone apps.

  Put your best face forward.
  

  Choose from dozens of Apple-designed watch faces, and new faces from Nike. And customize your own faces with complications, colors, and styles tailored to whatever you’re into. You can even share faces with friends and family by email or text.

  Redesigned with the planet in mind.
  

  The redesigned back case is made with a new production process that reduces its carbon emissions over 80%. It’s perfectly color-matched to the watch case, which is made with 100% recycled aluminum.

• Tech Specs

  Tech Specs

  Dimensions
  

  40mm

  Height: 40mm

  Width: 34mm

  Depth: 10.7mm

  Case Weight: 26.4g

   

  44mm

  Height: 44mm

  Width: 38mm

  Depth: 10. 7mm

  Case Weight: 32.9g

  Chip
  

  S8 SiP with 64-bit dual-core processor

  W3 Apple wireless chip

  Features
  

  L1 GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and QZS

  Compass

  Always-on altimeter

  Water-resistant to 50 meters¹

  Second-generation optical heart sensor

  Emergency SOS⁴

  High-g accelerometer: Up to 256 g-forces with Fall Detection and Crash Detection

  High dynamic range gyroscope

  Ambient light sensor

  Speaker

  Microphone

  Apple Pay

  GymKit

  Capacity 32GB

  Nylon composite and sapphire crystal back

  Display
  

  Retina LTPO OLED display (up to 1000 nits brightness)

  324 by 394 pixels (40mm)

  759 sq mm display area (40mm)

  368 by 448 pixels (44mm)

  977 sq mm display area (44mm)

  Connectivity
  

  Wi-Fi (802. 11b/g/n 2.4GHz)

  Bluetooth 5.3

  Power and Battery
  

  Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery

  Up to 18 hours²

  USB-C magnetic charging cable

\n

\n

Need some help?

\n\n\n\tContact us.\n\t(Opens in a new window)\n\n

Buy Apple Watch SE GPS, 40mm Midnight Aluminum Case with Midnight Sport Band – S/M

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Apple Watch is right for you?

Apple Watch Series 8

From $399

45mm or 41mm case size

50m water resistant¹

Swimproof¹

–

–

Certified IP6X dust resistant

–

–

Always-On Retina display

Up to 1000 nits brightness

Blood Oxygen app⁵

ECG app⁶

High and low heart rate notifications

Irregular rhythm notification⁷

Cardio fitness notifications

Temperature sensing⁸

Cycle Tracking with retrospective ovulation estimates⁹

Emergency SOS¹⁰

International emergency calling¹¹

Fall Detection

Crash Detection¹⁰

High-g accelerometer

–

Cellular available¹²

Supports Family Setup¹³

Connect family members who don’t have an iPhone

Apple Watch SE

From $249

44mm or 40mm case size

50m water resistant¹

Swimproof¹

–

–

–

–

–

SVG Layer

Retina display

Up to 1000 nits brightness

–

–

High and low heart rate notifications

Irregular rhythm notification⁷

Cardio fitness notifications

–

Cycle Tracking⁹

Emergency SOS¹⁰

International emergency calling¹¹

Fall Detection

Crash Detection¹⁰

High-g accelerometer

–

Cellular available¹²

Supports Family Setup¹³

Connect family members who don’t have an iPhone

Apple Watch Ultra

From $799

49mm case size

100m water resistant²

Swimproof and recreational diving to 40m²

EN13319 certification³

Depth gauge with water temperature sensor

Certified IP6X dust resistant

Tested to MIL-STD 810H⁴

Customizable Action button

quicklook_retina_display_ultra_large-02-ff

Always-On Retina display

Up to 2000 nits brightness

Blood Oxygen app⁵

ECG app⁶

High and low heart rate notifications

Irregular rhythm notification⁷

Cardio fitness notifications

Temperature sensing⁸

Cycle Tracking with retrospective ovulation estimates⁹

Emergency SOS¹⁰

International emergency calling¹¹

Fall Detection

Crash Detection¹⁰

High-g accelerometer

86-decibel Siren to attract attention

Cellular connectivity¹²

Supports Family Setup¹³

Connect family members who don’t have an iPhone

\n

Apple Watch SE – Apple (UK)

Few

will not be shown.

Powerful features that make staying active, healthy, connected and safe even easier. Advanced sensors that track all types of physical activity and your favorite workouts. Apple Watch SE is a watch with which you appreciate every second.

A powerful partner for any activity and fitness. More.

Powerful partner for every activity and fitness.

Mobility, Exercise, With Warm Up – Three Activity rings show how physically active you were during the day. And in the Workout app, you can track the performance of various workouts, such as Pilates, cycling or dancing.

Monitor the condition of the heart. More.

Monitor your heart condition.

Check your heart rate whenever you want with the Pulse app. Get notifications about irregular heart rate and too high or low heart rate. ⁴

Find balance
with Mindfulness app. More.

Find balance

with Mindfulness app.

This application will help you reduce your everyday stress, focus on the present moment and gather strength for new challenges. It will tell you how to restore calmness with a series of deep breaths. And he will offer to reflect on a particular topic to train concentration. Apple Fitness+ members can also develop these skills by listening to guided meditations anytime, anywhere.

Call for help,
, when needed. More.

Call for help,

when needed.

If you fall, Apple Watch SE will notice and, if you remain still, help you quickly contact emergency services. ⁵ Fall detection is now optimized for the Workout app. ⁶ You can also call for help in an emergency by pressing and holding the side button.

Benefit you day and night. More.

Benefit you day and night.

The Sleep app tracks your sleep. And when paired with an iPhone, it lets you customize your day and night routines and add a set of actions to help improve your sleep quality. You can see how your performance has changed and assess your progress.

You are one tap away from thousands of apps in the App Store. More.

You are one tap away from thousands of apps in the App Store.

Enhance your watch with new apps from the App Store. Here you can find applications for anything – for example, to practice serving in tennis or to draw up a subway trip itinerary. In addition, many of the apps you use on your iPhone are available on the Apple Watch. This means you can add even more features right on your wrist.

Music, podcasts and audiobooks. You just listen. More.

Music, podcasts and audiobooks. You just listen.

Apple Music has millions of tracks to choose from for your workouts. ⁷ Or listen to an exciting new podcast or audiobook. It’s so easy to create the right mindset for your next workout. And for everyone else.

More than 30% larger display than Series 3. Learn more.

More than 30% larger display than Series 3

Up to 2x faster than Series 3

The Retina display on the Apple Watch SE is over 30% larger than the display on the Series 3 model. The 64-bit processor is up to two times faster than the S3 system on the Series 3. These improvements open up even more possibilities for you.

Choose the watch face you like. More.

Choose your favorite watch face.

Dozens of ready-made watch faces from Apple are waiting for you, and you can also create your own with extensions for any hobby. For example, if you are a surfer, you can display tide, wind, and water temperature information on the screen. Any watch face can be shared via email or text message.

There are countless straps

. More.

Straps

countless.

An important design feature of Apple Watch bands is that they are very easy to change. With such a rich selection of colors and styles, you can change your look almost instantly.

Two sizes,
three colors
and many, many abilities. More.

Two sizes,

three colors
and many, many abilities.

The Apple Watch SE case is available in two sizes: 44mm and 40mm. Choose a color: silver, gold or space grey. All models are made from recycled aluminium.

Even more interesting things.

Siri.

You can perform almost everything on your Apple Watch by giving Siri voice commands: get directions, check the weather, or play music.

Search for devices, people and objects.

Locate your devices and get notified when you leave your iPhone somewhere. Find out where your loved ones are. Track your AirTag. And all this right on Apple Watch.

Noise.

This app will send you a notification

if the ambient noise becomes
harmful to your hearing.

Cycle tracking.

Enter your periods, indicate symptoms such as lower abdominal discomfort, and get predictions of when you’ll be fertile. ⁸

House.

Control lighting and heating. Open and close the garage. A CCTV camera will help you find out who is behind the door.

Remote Camera.

Use your Apple Watch as a viewfinder for your iPhone camera. Check to see if everyone fits in the frame, then set a timer or take a picture right away.

Cards.

Get directions in Maps and get turn-by-turn directions right on your wrist. A slight vibration of the clock will tell you when to turn.

Environment

We are responsible for the environmental impact of our products throughout their entire life cycle. In the future, we will move to the use of 100% recycled and renewable materials in the production of all our devices and their packaging. Apple Watch is designed to have minimal environmental impact
.

Learn more about Apple and the environment

Which Apple Watch

is right for you?

45mm or 41mm body

Water resistant for swimming ¹

Heavy duty anti-crack front glass

Dust resistant: IP6X rated ^{1 9001 9}

Always-on Retina display
Compared to Apple Watch SE
increased by about 20%

Compared to Series 3
increased by more than 50%

Blood oxygen application 9001 8 9

ECG application ¹⁰

Notifications
for
too low and
high heart rate

Irregular heart rate notifications
⁴

Emergency
call – SOS ⁵

Fall detection function

44 mm or 40 mm case

Swimming water protection ¹

900 05

Display

Retina
More than 30% larger than Series 3

too low and too high heart rate alerts

Irregular heart rate alerts
⁴ 9000 6

Emergency
call – SOS ⁵

Fall detection function

42 mm or 38 mm case

Swimming water protection ¹

Retina Display

Too 9 Notifications0003 low
and high heart rate

Irregular heart rate alerts
⁴

Emergency
SOS call ⁵

9000 6

Compare all models

Review of the Apple Watch SE 2 (2022) affordable smartwatch with the essentials – Reviews and specifications TehnObzor

Author Pavlina Pandora Reading 13 min0260

Abstract

1. Apple Watch SE 2 (2022) specifications
2. Design and construction
3. Watch screen
4. Body health monitoring
5. Workout monitoring 9026 Manufacturer8
7. Apple Watch SE 2 autonomy
8. Total
9. Should I Buy
10. Apple Watch SE 2 (2022) Review – Video

The Apple Watch SE 2 (2022) doesn’t have advanced SpO2 and ECG sensors, but it does have most of the health and workout monitoring features you need. The operating system is watchOS 9, you will also have safety features and quality sleep monitoring.

In 2022, Apple released three new smartwatch models at once: the standard Watch Series 8, the shock-resistant premium Watch Ultra and the budget Watch SE 2. The new SE 2 differs little from the first SE: the case has become lighter, additional colors have appeared and performance has increased thanks to the S8 processor.

As with the Apple Watch, the main problem is incompatibility with Android smartphones.

1.78 in. (44 mm)/1 .57-inch (40 mm) Retina LTPO OLED, 448×368/394×324 resolution, 326 ppi pixel density, 1000 nits (peak)

Processor

Apple S 8 (2 cores)

Graphics

PowerVR

RAM

1GB

903 13

Internal memory

32 GB

System and software

watchOS 9. 0

Sensors

Accelerometer, gyroscope, heart rate (2nd generation), barometer, altimeter, compass

Connectivity

Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE, A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, NFC

903 08

Nets

GSM/HSPA/LTE

2G GSM 850/900/1800/1900

3G HSDPA 850/900/1700(AWS)/1900/2100 4, 5, 6, 7 , 8, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 39, 40, 41, 66

Sound

Speaker, without 3.5 mm

Ruggedness

Waterproof up to 50 m depth

Battery

Li-Ion 296 mAh (44 mm) / 245 mAh (40 mm), non-removable, wireless charging

Materials

Ion-X glass front, composite molded nylon back, aluminum body

Colors

Shining Star, Dark Night, Silver

Dimensions and weight

90 005 44mm: 44×38×10. 7mm, 33g (with SIM), 32, 9 g (without SIM)

40 mm: 40 × 34 × 10.7 mm, 27.8 g (with SIM), 26.4 g (without SIM)

from 20 from 20 thousand rubles

Design and construction

The look and feel of the Apple Watch SE 2 will be familiar to anyone who has ever used an Apple Watch.

Available in 40mm and 44mm versions, this is the smallest Apple watch to come out in 2022. The case is made of aluminum, and there are only three colors: silver, black and “shining star”. On the right side is the familiar combination of the Digital Crown and the physical power/launch application button.

The screen is covered with rounded reinforced glass on the sides, and the back panel is made of composite molded nylon in the same color as the body. The 44mm version weighs 33 grams, 13% lighter than the previous model, while the 40mm weighs about 27 grams, which is 18% lighter.

Apple has added water resistance up to 50 meters (5 ATM), so you can swim with them in the pool or the sea. But diving with a watch is not worth doing – only the Apple Watch Ultra is suitable for this.

The bezels around the display are slightly larger here than on the Apple Watch Series 7 or Series 8, but when using a watch face with a black background, this is not noticeable. Moreover, the design of watchOS 9 is designed with this feature in mind, so most sections of the interface are dark.

Watch screen

The screen of the Apple Watch SE 2 (2022) is almost unchanged from the previous model.

This is a Retina LTPO OLED panel with an incredible 1000 nits of brightness. The 44mm version has a 1.78-inch display with a resolution of 448×368 pixels, while the 40mm version has a 1.57-inch display with a resolution of 394×324. The pixel density is 326 ppi.

Due to the high brightness, it is convenient to use the watch in any weather – the sun’s rays can be slightly reflected from the screen, but this does not interfere with reading the information. But there is no always-on mode here, which is why the display is almost always active.

A slight turn of the hand may not activate the display, so you can’t discreetly check the time in a boring meeting. But you can also activate the screen with a touch or a wheel on the side.

The lack of an always-on mode also becomes a problem during some workouts when it is not comfortable for you to move your arms – for example, on a stationary bike. With Watch Series 8, you can always see your performance, but with Watch SE 2, it’s harder to do so.

Body health monitoring

Apple Watch SE 2 has almost no new features for monitoring workouts and body health.

But this does not mean that there are few of them. We have accurate motion sensors and a fall detector, as well as a GPS module for location and speed. The heart rate sensor measures your heart rate and alerts you to possible heartbeat problems, while the noise sensor can detect when the volume of the sound around you has reached a dangerous level for hearing.

If, God forbid, you get into an accident, SE 2 will ask if you’re okay. When you do not answer, the device will automatically call the emergency service.

Unlike the Watch Series 8, the SE 2 does not have an oxygen saturation, temperature, or ECG sensor. These sensors are already found on cheaper models from other manufacturers, so Apple should have added them. It is clear that the Watch SE 2 should be a budget option for the Series 8, but these features can prevent many diseases and even save lives.

But in watchOS 9, sleep monitoring has been improved, the information has become more detailed and understandable. There was also a function of reminding about taking medications, which is conveniently implemented. If you forget to take a pill, you can see the consequences in the Health section of the app, such as reduced activity or an altered heart rate.

Workout monitoring

Apple Watch SE 2 (2022) continues to use the Workout app for exercise, although you can download and use other services like Strava.

In the “Workout” section, a variety of sports are collected, from running and strength training to yoga. You can start an activity with a voice command using Siri or through the menu in the application. The most frequently launched types of workouts are also in this menu, at the top.

Watch SE 2 can track workouts automatically – if the watch detects increased activity, it will offer to start tracking. The function works reliably and almost always correctly determines what you are doing.

Three activity rings are still available, showing the number of calories burned, training time and time on your feet. You can set the targets for these information rings yourself.

Watch SE 2 and Watch Series 8

Performance and software

The Apple Watch SE 2 (2022) has the same Apple S8 processor as the Series 8, so you get the fastest performance possible.

In this regard, the Watch SE 2 certainly does not seem like a budget model and will not become obsolete even after a few years. operating system watchOS 9also almost does not differ from the version installed in Watch Series 8 and Watch Ultra – of course, except for functions using those sensors that SE 2 does not have.

Watch SE 2 vs. Watch Series 8

These include body temperature, blood oxygen saturation, and interaction with the Action Button on the Ultra. One feature that other Apple Watches have but lack here is a numeric keypad for quickly replying to messages. True, in most cases, emoji is enough for a quick answer, and more detailed text can be typed by voice or handwriting on the display.

With Watch SE 2 (2022), you can answer calls, write messages, receive calendar notifications, read email and more. WatchOS 9 isn’t much different from watchOS 8, with a few interface changes being made, although not all seem to be successful.

The text in notifications has become more constricted and sometimes even goes a little beyond the notification window. The window itself now does not occupy the entire screen, but only the upper part – if you receive only important notifications on your watch, it is inconvenient to read them.

Apple Watch SE 2 battery life

Watch SE 2 (2022) battery life is a pleasant surprise – the new smartwatches last much longer than previous models from Apple.

During the day of standard use, the device is discharged by only 50%, although much depends on the sensors and functions involved. If you turn off the clock at night, you can count on three days of battery life.

After activating the option, some background processes will be disabled – for example, continuous heart rate monitoring will stop. But for a day of normal use, including sleep monitoring at night, the battery will be discharged by only 30%. A full charge from 0 to 100% takes more than two hours.

Summary

Apple Watch SE 2 (2022) is the manufacturer’s most affordable smartwatch, which is still expensive compared to many other models on the market.

But it does have a lot of the smart health and fitness features of Apple’s pricier watches, thanks to watchOS 9. You’ll also have very accurate GPS, plenty of supported workouts, and two or three days of battery life.

Of course, the Watch SE 2 doesn’t have many of the sensors available on the Watch Series 8 and Watch Ultra, but most don’t need them. I would have liked the always-on mode for the screen more, but in this case, the watch would have become more expensive.

Is it worth it to buy

Watch SE 2 from Apple is recommended to anyone who is looking for a good and not the most expensive smart watch to use with the iPhone.

Yandex Market

Review of the Apple Watch SE 2 (2022) – video Not because it is dangerous, like a mythological box, but because of the passion for learning new and unknown. There is no topic that she would not be able to reveal, even if it brings disappointment. Why is she in TehnObzor? Here is the answer… “I have been interested not only in technology and gadgets since childhood, but also in how they change people, their way of life or interpersonal relationships.

What is an unlocked phone, and how do I know if my phone is unlocked?

If you’re shopping for a new smartphone, chances are you’ll stumble across the term “unlocked phone.” What is an unlocked phone exactly, and how do you know if it’s unlocked? Even more, do you even want an unlocked phone, and would it be safe to use? We answer all these burning questions inquiring minds want to know.

QUICK ANSWER

An unlocked phone is a device that has no carrier locks or restrictions. It’s usually sold at full price. You can put any SIM card on it and use the handset with any carrier of your choice.

JUMP TO KEY SECTIONS

• What is an unlocked phone?
• Unlocking versus rooting (or jailbreaking)
• You can buy unlocked phones outright
• SIM vs eSIM
• How can I tell if my phone is unlocked?
• Unlocked means freedom

What is an unlocked phone?

Robert Triggs / Android Authority

What is an unlocked phone, anyhow? In simple terms, an unlocked phone is a device that has no ties to carriers. Typically, when your phone is on a contract, the associated telephone will remain locked to that network.

Why? Because wireless carriers sell phones at a discount. To recover financial losses from subsidizing, carriers lock customers into a multi-year contract of device payments while locking the phone to its network. You will pay for your plan every month, and the carrier will make its money back this way. Locking the device prevents customers from getting discounted phones and jumping networks without paying them off.

That said, you can’t install SIM cards from competing networks and expect instant connectivity. Even if the phone has the hardware to support other networks and you’ve made all the payments, it usually remains carrier-locked until you pay it off or meet specific requirements.

Unlock requirements for major USA carriers:

• AT&T
• T-Mobile
• Verizon

Of the three, Verizon is the only carrier that doesn’t lock phones even if contracts and payment plans aren’t complete. This stemmed from Verizon’s agreement with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) when it acquired the block C spectrum. However, Verizon does lock your phone for the first 60 days after purchase. While it’s not perfect, 60 days is much shorter than the competition.

In addition to postpaid plans and phones, restrictions also apply to prepaid plans and associated devices purchased through wireless carriers. These phones do not have payment plans, but carriers still want time and financial investments before unlocking these devices.

Unlocking versus rooting (or jailbreaking)

Robert Triggs / Android Authority

One of the big errors we see is the term “jailbreak” (or rooting) incorrectly associated with unlocking phones. Rooting pertains explicitly to software, as you remove the phone’s restrictions to install custom Android software or delete/hide bloatware apps. To that extent, you are “unlocking” the phone’s true potential or “unlocking” it from software-based restrictions. This is still not the same as SIM unlocking a device, though.

Typically, phone locking starts on the SIM card level to accept a specific mobile network code. But the other half of that restriction stems from your phone’s International Mobile Equipment Identity number (IMEI). This number is unique to each phone and used to identify all devices accessing terrestrial cellular networks, including smartwatches, laptops, modems, tablets, and more.

Moreover, all IMEI numbers have linked codes used to unlock a phone. Manufacturers store these codes in a database accessible by carriers and other third-party services. This prevents you from ripping the SIM card out of any device you’re currently buying through AT&T and using it on T-Mobile’s network, for example. The IMEI number is still tied to AT&T; thus, the only way to unlock the phone is to make all the payments, send AT&T an unlock request, and get the unlock code.

According to a quick chat with T-Mobile, you can take this route or allow the carrier to pay up to $650 in device and termination fees. In turn, you must give T-Mobile the phone and purchase a new device through the company.

You can buy unlocked phones outright

Robert Triggs / Android Authority

You can get a carrier-free phone from most retailers, including Amazon, Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and more. You’ll pay the full price upfront versus the typical payment plan through carrier contracts; thus, the fancier the phone, the bigger the bite from your wallet.

But before you purchase an unlocked phone, you need to see if it’s compatible. Main wireless networks in North America used two different standards: Global System for Mobile (GSM) communications, used by AT&T, T-Mobile, and a few prepaid carriers, and Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA), used by Verizon and others. However, Verizon has shut down its CDMA network as it’s moved to better, faster, 4G and 5G alternatives.

Now that all leading US carriers use GSM, it’s easier for unlocked phones to be compatible with any carrier, but there is another factor to look after. While AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile provide GSM-based cellular networks, they own and use different radio frequencies. T-Mobile openly provides its frequency list here, while AT&T has them here. Our friends at Swappa also have a nice list of Verizon’s bands. You’ll need to verify that the supported frequencies of the phone match the target carrier frequencies.

SIM vs eSIM

Short for Subscriber Identification Module, the SIM card stores what your phone needs to access a specific network. This data includes your mobile subscriber identity number, encryption keys, contacts, SMS messages, etc. It’s a small, physical card that typically fits into a pull-out slot on the side of your phone. When you swap wireless carriers, you swap SIM cards as well.

Initially introduced in 1991, newer, smaller generations typically release every six to eight years. What we have today is the nano-SIM card from 2012, which is just over a square centimeter. Some devices also use the new embedded SIM module (eSIM) mounted inside the device, eliminating the need for swappable, disposable cards that can be lost or damaged.

Due to the difference between SIM cards and eSIM modules, check if the unlocked smartphone you want to buy includes the latter eSIM module, and if your wireless carrier supports it. Most carriers do these days. Additionally, the most recent and best phones support eSIM.

By the way, eSIM is likely the future. In fact, Apple has started removing physical SIM slots, and the iPhone 14 series only uses eSIM.

You’ll also find phones with two SIM card slots, allowing the device to access two separate networks. This is good for separating business and personal calls, as you’ll have two different phone numbers. This duality also provides better coverage, as you could switch from one network to another after moving into a dead area. You can use one SIM card locally and a separate one internationally, eliminating costly roaming fees.

How can I tell if my phone is unlocked?

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority

If you’re currently making monthly device payments to a carrier other than Verizon, chances there is a lock on the device. Once you have paid off the device and submitted an unlock request, the first method of checking its status is to remove the current SIM card and install another card from a different network. A message will tell you if there’s a lock on the device.

If you own an iPhone or cellular-capable iPad, there’s another way to check the unlock status:

1. Open Settings.
2. Open General.
3. Go into About.
4. Scroll down to where it says Carrier Lock.
5. If your phone is unlocked, this should say No SIM restrictions.

Again, if your qualified phone is locked to a specific carrier, you’ll need to send an unlock request. The required information may include the device IMEI number, your account number, the account owner’s social security number, phone number, and overseas deployment papers if needed.

The method of unlocking a phone using a code depends on the device. After requesting an unlock for an Android phone, customers receive a code from the carrier through a text message or an on-device pop-up window. The customer then shuts down the phone, removes the first carrier’s SIM card, installs the second carrier’s SIM card, powers on the device, and follows prompts to enter the unlock code.

Another route is to use a special app supplied by carriers. For example, Cricket Wireless provides the myCricket app with an “Unlock Device” option on the app’s sign-in screen. Once the app receives the required code, customers must reboot the phone to complete the unlock process. For iPhones and iPads, Apple provides unlock instructions here.

In addition to carriers, third-party services can unlock your phone, but doing so can violate your contract. For Android phones, you pay a flat fee in return for an unlock code. These third-party services have access to databases managed by phone manufacturers that contain unlock codes tied to the device IMEI. But be careful: some third-party services may not be legit and could run with your money.

Unlocked means freedom

Hopefully, you now better understand what “unlocked” means and how to tell if your current device is locked to a specific network. With an unlocked phone, you have the freedom to choose the best compatible wireless carrier. Even if you paid off the phone and completed contact obligations, the device is all yours, and you should be free to switch. Call your carrier today if you’ve met all the required obligations.

FAQs

An unlocked phone is a device that has no network restrictions and can be used with any GSM network.

GSM stands for Global System for Mobile. It is a communications standard most networks across the globe use.

Verizon used to be the main CDMA carrier in the USA. It has shut down itis CDMA network, along with 2G and 3G. This makes it another GSM carrier now.

If you’re using an iPhone, you can see this information in the settings. Just go to Settings > General > About > Carrier Lock.

Android doesn’t have a similar feature. You’ll have to try putting a SIM card into the phone and see if it accepts it.

Most major retailers have unlocked phones, and they will usually announce this somewhere in the buying page. You can try Best Buy, Amazon, Walmart, and Target.

If you don’t have a phone yet, and want to buy an unlocked device, we have a dedicated post with our recommendations for the best unlocked phones around.

Unlocked phones: Pros and cons

Robert Triggs / Android Authority

Unlocked phones are gaining ground, even if locked devices continue to be the norm. An NPD Collected Intelligence report from July 2020 states that 50.1 million unlocked phones exist in the USA. That’s a significant percentage, as a 2021 Statista report claims there are just under 300 million smartphone users in the USA. The numbers come from different years, but you can get an idea of what’s going on.

We don’t see growth slowing down, as there are many benefits to owning an unlocked phone. Reasons to stick with carrier-locked phones also exist. Today we are giving you a rundown of the pros and cons that come with buying an unlocked phone.

What is an unlocked phone?

Robert Triggs / Android Authority

The best way to explain this is by telling you what a locked phone is. Locked phones have been blocked from working with other networks. Try putting a SIM card from another carrier in a locked phone, and you will get a message telling you this action is a no-go.

On the contrary, an unlocked phone has no network restrictions. You can pop any SIM card into an unlocked phone and get it working with the carrier of your choice (given it’s compatible).

Why do cellular providers lock phones in the first place?

It’s crucial to note carriers have their reasons for locking devices. The main ones are ensuring customers stay with them. Carriers want to ensure you don’t go giving your business to competitors.

Carriers lock phones to ensure you don’t go giving your business to competitors.

Carriers also want to avoid theft/fraud. People can sign cellphone contracts, default on them, and then keep phones. This would probably be a more common practice if all phones were unlocked and ready to use elsewhere. This is why they offer to unlock devices after your contract has ended, you have paid the smartphone off, or you have spent some time using their network.

Unlocked phone advantages

Carrier freedom

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority

Unlocked phone users have no restrictions, contracts, or ties to any company. They can shop around with no limits. Whether they want T-Mobile deals, Verizon quality, or the lowest prices the market can offer, they are free to come and go from carrier to carrier as they please.

You can even get better carrier pricing by going with one of the best prepaid plans around. There is a catch, though! Your phone needs to be compatible with the network (more on that in the cons section).

How about two networks?!

Dual-SIM unlocked phones make it possible to use two networks at once. Say you want to use a carrier for calls/texts and another for data. Maybe you travel often and want to have a SIM card from another country. This is all possible with a dual-SIM unlocked phone.

Not all unlocked phones offer dual-SIM capabilities, but this is a feature you certainly won’t be seeing in locked devices. And if you have a single-SIM unlocked phone, you can also swap SIM cards at will.

No monthly payments

Carriers offer phones on monthly payments, which is very convenient, but makes your bills pricier. Device payments keep you in debt with the carrier, making it harder to leave the network if you ever choose to. It’s always nice to be debt-free and keep your monthly expenses as low as possible.

And if you happen to like making smaller monthly payments on phones, you can always try to get financing outside your carrier. Plenty of retailers offer good deals, such as zero APR financing for specific periods of time.

You can save money!

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority

Carriers are businesses and obviously want to earn as much money as possible. Their smartphone prices are not always fair, and they are only ever cheaper if they can hook you into staying with them for a more extended time. Let’s take the Google Pixel 7a as an example.

Carriers will get discount money back from you eventually, and then some.

As of writing this article, the Google Pixel 7a costs $549.99 on Verizon. Meanwhile, you can get the same phone unlocked at Amazon for $499. We know the price difference isn’t huge right now, but discounts come often. You could also save more if you don’t mind buying a used unlocked phone!

Carriers often have deals that drive down their device prices, but they always want you to get these on device payments or take on a contract. This only means they will eventually get the money back from you, and then some.

Unlocked phones help avoid over-spending

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority

See the device above? It’s a Google Pixel Fold, and it has a whopping $1799. 99 MSRP. Any sane (non-rich) person would think twice or three times before forking out nearly two grand for a phone. But something along the lines of $50 a month? That’s much easier to swallow! The thing is, you’re still going to end up paying that money eventually.

Buying unlocked will not only get you lower prices on devices, but it will also help you avoid overspending when not considering the total cost of a phone. These carrier device payments make it easy for us to buy expensive smartphones we otherwise wouldn’t.

Device payment plans make people think it’s ok to spend over $1,000 on a super-phone to… check their emails and use social media.Edgar Cervantes

Very few people take full advantage of what high-end phones have to offer, but you see people using them every day. Device payment plans make people think it’s ok to spend over $1,000 on a super-phone to… check their emails and use social media. Maybe if we had to pay for our devices outright, we would think twice about getting the industry’s latest and greatest smartphone! After all, most people would do just fine with a good budget phone.

Not limited to carrier selection

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority

Carriers have a limited selection of devices. They all tend to have the most popular phones, but you might prefer other options out there. When buying unlocked, you can choose from many manufacturers worldwide, and there are many excellent phones with limited or no availability from US carriers.

No carrier bloatware

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority

American carriers love throwing unnecessary apps on their phones. While some manufacturers are guilty of this, we don’t need carriers pre-installing even more smartphone apps. Most of these are useless, and sometimes they can’t be uninstalled.

Most carrier apps are useless, and sometimes they can’t be uninstalled.

Unlocked phones get quicker updates

Robert Triggs / Android Authority

Carriers update their own phones. This means your software needs to go through an extra filter before reaching your device. The process goes something like this: Google releases its software updates, the manufacturer optimizes it for its phones and hands it to the carrier, the carrier optimizes it for its phones and network, and then it gets to your device.

All these steps could take weeks or months, and that’s if it happens. Unlocked phones skip the last step and get software updates from the manufacturer. And if you care for timely updates, you can even get a Pixel device, which is updated straight by Google.

Unlocked phone disadvantages

Unlocked phones get no support from carriers

Eric Zeman / Android Authority

This is easily the most significant disadvantage of going with an unlocked phone. Carriers will let you use unlocked phones, but they won’t offer support if anything goes wrong. When your phone starts failing, the network has issues, or you have any technical difficulties, you will be on your own. The manufacturer has its support team, but their knowledge is limited to their products, not carrier network technology.

Does your unlocked phone even work with your carrier?

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority

We have already established that unlocked phone owners need to be tech-savvy, but it’s for more reasons than support. You must figure out if your unlocked phone will work with your desired network(s). This can be confusing, as it requires you to know which radio bands carriers use. You must also understand the differences between CDMA and GSM network technologies.

Buying an unlocked phone requires a lot of research! On the other hand, carriers will only sell you phones that work perfectly in their networks.

Carrier warranties and insurances are better

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority

Every new phone gets a warranty from the manufacturer, but we all know how painful the process of claiming it can be. You must call customer service, spend hours with them, ship the device, get it fixed or replaced, then they send it back. Dealing with your carrier is much simpler. You can usually show up at your local retail location and take care of things. At the very least, they can help you through the claim process.

Carriers also offer insurance through selected partners, and these can offer pretty good deals. You can cover your phone against malfunctions, drops, spills, theft, and even loss or theft. This provides the peace of mind many customers like. Of course, there are also third-party insurances, but their experiences are never quite as seamless as going straight with your carrier.

Unlocked phones need to be paid for in full

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority

Unlocked phones must be paid in full, unless you use a credit card or third-party financing. The point is you need to cover the cost of the phone right away, and we all know these gadgets can be expensive. Seeing your account suddenly drop by over $1,000 because of a high-end smartphone doesn’t feel good. Sometimes even affordable phone prices can hurt.

A monthly payment is easier to swallow than forking out hundreds or thousands of dollars on a phone.

Carriers offer devices on monthly payments with 0% interest. Monthly payments are easier to swallow than forking out hundreds or thousands of dollars on a phone in one go.

Carriers sometimes offer sweet deals!

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority

In the unlocked phone advantages list, we mentioned you tend to pay more for carrier devices. We have seen carriers also offer some very sweet deals, though. There is a catch, as the deal will lock you to the carrier and usually requires signing up for certain plans. If you already want to be on that carrier and like their higher-end plans, though, your commitment to them can help you save cash.

Carriers often reduce smartphone prices and offer those discounts in the form of monthly credit to your bill. Sometimes they also have BOGO (buy one get one) deals, which means you end up saving 50% if you get two phones. We’ve also seen them highly discounting (and sometimes even giving away) cool accessories like headphones and smartwatches.

• Verizon deals
• AT&T deals
• T-Mobile deals

Carriers have exclusive phones

Exclusivity deals are not as common as they used to be, but there are some around. For example, Verizon locked a lifetime exclusivity deal for the Moto Razr when it launched. They were also the only American carrier to offer the Palm Phone for a while.

Other carriers have similar exclusivity deals, but they are usually only exclusive for a limited time. AT&T had the Razer Phone 2, Sprint had the Essential Phone, T-Mobile had the OnePlus 6T, etc.

Importing is another option, but that also brings more complications and hassles.

Where can I buy unlocked phones?

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority

So you now know what an unlocked phone is and are considering going that route. Now what? The most popular way to buy unlocked phones is online. Popular websites for purchasing unlocked phones include Amazon, eBay, and Swappa. Going to a manufacturer’s online store is usually another option. You can also find them in certain retail stores like Best Buy, Walmart, etc., but their selection isn’t commonly as wide.

If you are interested, we have created a list of the best unlocked phones, which tells you where you can buy them. Hit the link below to see which unlocked phone is best for your needs and budget.

FAQs

An unlocked phone is a device with no carrier restrictions. Locked phones are restricted to a specific carrier.

An unlocked phone will work with any carrier, given that it has the necessary technology to operate correctly. Does your carrier use CDMA? GSM? A mixture of both? You will also have to make sure your phone has the necessary radio bands to work with your network.

The MSRP is usually the same whether you get a carrier device or an unlocked one. That said, finding deals on unlocked phones is much more common if you’re paying them in full. On the other hand, many carriers also discount locked devices if you’re willing to sign into their contracts or device payment plans.

You’re more likely to get help from your carrier if you bought your device straight from them. They might offer small help, but anything more complex will have to be dealt with by the manufacturer or insurance provider.

Unlocked mobile phone

Unlocked mobile phone is a phone that recognizes any SIM card (SIM). When you buy a mobile phone from a provider, the phone is locked in the provider’s network. Even though a locked phone may be compatible with other networks, it cannot be used on another network while the phone is locked. However, most mobile phone companies supply unlocked mobile phones to the market. Unlocked phones can be used with any SIM card. Usually unlocked mobile phones that are sold over the Internet are unlocked using special programs (hacking or firmware).

What is the history of unlocked mobile phones?

When mobile phones are purchased from a reseller, the SIM card in the phone is linked to the owner’s personal billing information. Most resellers block the phone with special software so that it only works with their SIM card. For a while, unlocked mobile phones were only available in specialty stores where people bought phones from overseas. People traveling in Europe bought unlocked phones to avoid high roaming charges or paid for each local call. They simply bought a SIM card from a local operator and inserted it into the phone. Recently, manufacturers have begun making unlocked phones available in North America and selling them in stores and on their websites.

Cellular providers around the world, including carriers in the US and Canada, rely on GSM technology. GSM phones are sold with a SIM card slot. When the mobile phone is unlocked, you can switch carriers, which allows you to use the phone on a different GSM network. An unlocked phone has many benefits. You don’t need to buy a new phone and you can take your information stored in your mobile phone with you. This helps when you travel and switch between mobile carriers, as you can use the same phone instead of multiple ones. You can also save money by being able to choose a better mobile operator than the manufacturer.

If the mobile phone is unlocked, it can recognize any SIM card, regardless of which cellular provider issued it. The biggest reason why consumers buy unlocked mobile phones is the increase in options to choose a new cellular provider. If you are thinking about unlocking your phone, the provider will do it for a fee. You can contact the provider to see if your phone can be unlocked in the store.

Many people who travel frequently around the world buy unlocked phones because they can get a lot of useful things out of these devices. There are more options available now than ever before, so be sure you’re making a great purchase.

Summary: Why you need to unlock phones

– Freedom to choose tariffs and mobile operators for an unlocked phone. Choose a mobile operator with the best service or prices for tariff plans. If after buying or unlocking your phone you find a better deal, you can change your carrier or plan.

– With an unlocked phone, the benefits of traveling are obvious. You can take your unlocked phone on long-distance or international trips and use a local mobile operator for cheap communication services, whichever you consider more profitable for you. It’s as easy as inserting a new active SIM card.

– Lots of choices when buying an unlocked phone. It is more profitable to purchase a mobile phone with technical characteristics that you need or will definitely work with your mobile operator and get more opportunities from the service without contract restrictions.

Latest Mobile Phone News Urgent:

Infinix Zero 8 High Performance Smartphone Launched.

four rear cameras , one with 64 megapixels (Sony IMX 686 sensor), another with 8 megapixels, and two 2 megapixel cameras for taking pictures in low light and creating “depth” in the frame.

Infinix Zero 8 runs XOS 7 based on Android 10 system and MediaTek Helio G90T processor in collaboration with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. Plus, the smartphone has a Full HD+ display with a refresh rate of 90Hz.

The Infinix Zero 8 mobile phone has a 4500mAh battery with 33W Super Fast Charging support. Thus, the mobile phone can work in talk mode up to 36 hours and stay in standby mode up to 26 days.

The Zero 8 will be available in three vibrant case colors: Silver Diamond, Green Diamond and Black Diamond.

Unlocked phones on Aliexpress: what does it mean

Questions to Aliexpress

Author Ali-Spravka Read 2 min Views 7.9k. Posted 08/05/2020

Hello! Phones marked “unlocked” often come across on aliexpress, what does this mean and is it possible to buy them?
Maxim

Answer:

Aliexpress has a very wide range of products, mobile phones are no exception. The site presents a huge number of manufacturers of these devices. But often there is an inscription “unlocked” near some models. Now we will try to figure out what this means and whether it is worth ordering them.

Get exclusive coupons and discounts first!

Contents

1. What does unlocked original phone mean
2. Should I buy unlocked phones
3. How to choose a good Unlocked phone
4. Related videos

What does unlocked original phone mean

Such models are always marked with “Unlocked” and “ Unlocked”. If you come across these marks, then the device has been reflashed and its software has been restored. This happens when, for example, they want to adapt a model to another market. And in fact it is a new phone just with different software. Accordingly, the prices for it will be much lower, such a device can be purchased at a discount of up to 50%.

The difference between the restored ones and the unlocked ones is that the restored ones had mechanical damage, which was eliminated.

LG QNED MiniLED 65-Inch 4K TV (65QNED90UPA)

LG QNED MiniLED 65-Inch 4K TV (65QNED90UPA) | LG USA

Goes great with…

LSW440B

EZ Slim Wall Mount for LG TV’s (VESA – 400 x 400)

$49.99

$50.00 OFF$99.99

65QNED90UPA

$1,999.99

Pay as low as $112/mo.

Key Features

All Specs

• Real 4K Quantum Dot NanoCell Display
• α7 Gen4 AI Processor 4K with AI Picture/Sound

Compare

Features and Specs

Dolby Vision™ IQ & Dolby Atmos®

Dolby Vision™ IQ intelligently adjusts picture settings based on content genre and ambient surroundings, while Dolby Atmos® delivers multi-dimensional surround sound — a powerful combination that produces breathtakingly cinematic results¹.

FILMMAKER MODE™

FILMMAKER MODE™ turns off motion smoothing while preserving the original aspect ratios, colors, and frame rates. This accurately delivers the director’s original vision, so you experience the film the way they intended.²

AMD FreeSync™ Premium

Play to a higher standard. LG QNED MiniLED supports AMD FreeSync™ Premium to deliver variable refresh rates during gameplay. This significantly reduces stuttering and tearing for clearer and smoother gameplay.³

For Owners

Warranty Information

Discover the LG QNED MiniLED 90 Series 2021 65 inch Class 4K Smart TV w/ AI ThinQ® (64.5” Diag).

¹Screen images simulated. For illustrative purposes only.

Dolby Vision™ is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Atmos® and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

²FILMMAKER Mode™ logo is a trademark of UHD Alliance, Inc.
³Screen images simulated.

⁴Slim wall mount is an optional accessory. Depending on installation environment, there may be a slight gap between the TV and the wall.
⁵Slim wall mount is an optional accessory. Depending on installation environment, there may be a slight gap between the TV and the wall.
⁶Usage may vary by country.

⁷Speakers sold separately.

⁸Sound Bar Mode Control is only available with SP11, SP9, SP8, and SP7.

TV voice control is only available with LG TONE Free earbuds. Models FP8, FN7, FN6, FN5W and FN4.

Images may be simulated and dramatized for illustrative purposes. Actual features, functionality, and other product specifications may differ and are subject to change without notice. Prices, promotions, and availability may vary by model, store, and online. Prices subject to change without notice. Quantities are limited. Check with your local retailers for their final price and availability.

BusinessPrivacyDo Not Sell or Share My Personal InformationTerms of UseTerms of PurchasePatentAccessibility HelpSite Map

Copyright © 2009-2023 LG Electronics. All Rights Reserved

LG Jeong-Do Management Ethics Hotline

LG 65QNED90UPA Alexa Built-in QNED MiniLED 90 Series 65″ 4K Smart UHD NanoCell TV (2021) : Electronics

4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars
95 ratings

Customer Support

Customer Support

Fixing things is quick & easy.

Our specialist Customer Support for large items dispatched from Amazon is on hand to help with your order. Contact us via phone or chat 7 days a week.

Currently unavailable.
We don’t know when or if this item will be back in stock.

Ask to play music and games, check the weather, control your smart home, and more with this smart TV.

Alexa Built-in Learn more

This smart TV has been certified by Amazon. Select Alexa Built-in smart TVs are Push-to-Talk and require pressing and holding the button on your remote to talk to Alexa, while other smart TVs have hands-free available with Alexa. Please see product details.

Screen Size	64.5 Inches
Brand	LG
Supported Internet Services	Netflix, Disneyplus, Apple TV
Display Technology	LED
Product Dimensions	11.5″D x 56.9″W x 35.4″H
Resolution	4K
Refresh Rate	120 Hz
Special Feature	Flat
Model Name	65QNED90UPA
Included Components	Stand, Remote Control, Power Cable

---

• QNED MINI LED DISPLAY: The LG Quantum Dot NanoCell display combines NanoCell and miniLED technology for brilliantly bright colors and a higher contrast ratio for deeper blacks.
• QUANTUM DOT NANOCELL COLOR TECHNOLOGY: A color innovation that needs to be seen. Two color technologies – Quantum Dot and NanoCell Plus – combine to deliver a more stunning picture with richer, more accurate colors.
• MINI LED BACKLIGHT: New MiniLED technology is a giant leap forward in LCD TV. Tiny LEDs offer a more detailed control, a brighter picture and an ultra-high contrast ratio for smooth, life-like images that seem to jump out of the screen and into your room.
• 120HZ REFRESH RATE: LG TVs are great for watching your favorite sports or playing your favorite games thanks to a 120Hz native refresh rate – the highest native rate for 4K.
• FULL ARRAY DIMMING PRO: Catch every detail. Full Array Dimming Pro’s unique dimming zones deliver precise backlight control and an ultra-high contrast ratio for deeper blacks and more vivid colors for an impeccable picture.

› See more product details

Note: Products with electrical plugs are designed for use in the US. Outlets and voltage differ internationally and this product may require an adapter or converter for use in your destination. Please check compatibility before purchasing.

LG QNED TVs differences

In 2022, LG has expanded its lineup of 4K UltraHD LG QNED Mini LED TVs. The 2021 models have been updated, but fundamentally new series have also been added. There are also new functions, along with an upgrade of the main ones. This, for example, support for the Wi-Fi 6 standard in the older QNED lines, and also the Always Ready option (Always ready).

The appearance of TVs has not changed significantly, the user interface has evolved (now it is webOS 22 instead of webOS 6.0) and the processor, which is already represented by the fifth generation. So, we will not set our task to identify any special differences between LG QNED 2022 and 2021.

Our task is to find out how the 2022 QNED LG TVs differ from each other. This should help those who are planning to buy LG QNED. Recall that QNED technology uses NanoCell technology together with Mini LED blue backlight. This makes it possible to significantly reduce the size of the backlight LEDs, while multiplying the number of zones for adjusting their brightness.

Despite the differences, there are many points where LG’s 2022 QNED TVs are the same. Let us briefly dwell on the most important of them. Firstly, they all run on the webOS 22 smart platform, which means that they support smart home, voice control, multimedia functions, and a USB camera.

Secondly, all QNED models work with static HDR modes, namely HDR10 and HLG. In terms of image processing, QNED TVs use the same color enhancement algorithms and have an identical set of display modes. All have 10-bit color depth. There are no differences between them in terms of television reception. Now let’s move on to the main thing – the differences between QNED.

Matrix and backlight

LG’s three older series QNED99, QNED96 and QNED95 are 8K TVs with a resolution of 7680 × 4320. The remaining models have a resolution of 4K UltraHD 3840 x 2160. But something else is important here. In the younger series, LG began to use, in addition to IPS matrices, VA. These are the LG QNED82, QNED81 and QNED80 series. True, 86″ TVs still use IPS panels.

The main idea of ​​creating QNED TVs was to use Mini LED backlighting. In 2021, all LG QNEDs only had mini LED backlighting. But 2022 was marked by the appearance of Edge Lit side lighting, again in the LG QNED82, QNED81 and QNED80 TV series. With LG MiniLED QNED, they are united by the presence of quantum dots and NanoCell technology.

There are differences between QNED 2022 in the way the backlight is localized or local dimming is implemented. In LG QNED99, QNED96 and QNED95, the Precision Dimming Pro + full-matrix backlight control algorithm is implemented. The LG QNED91, QNED90, QNED87, QNED86 and QNED85 series use Precision Dimming Pro with fewer dimming zones. Local dimming Dimming Pro is also available in the LG QNED82, QNED81 and QNED80 side-lit series.

Processor and screen refresh rate

All QNED 8K series are based on α9 Gen5 AI 8K intelligent processor. The LG 4K QNED uses its counterpart α7 Gen5 AI 4K. The difference is due to the fact that A9processes 4 times more information than A7. The screen refresh rate of almost all QNED LG 2022 is 100 / 120 Hz. The exception is the LG QNED96 and QNED95 series. Their panels are updated at a frequency of 50 / 60 Hz.

Sound

What is the difference in QNED 2022? Firstly, the sound scheme, secondly, the power of the audio system, and finally, Dolby Atmos support. In the three junior series, this atmospheric technology is not supported, and the total power of the two-channel sound circuit is 20 watts. The most top-end TV LG QNED99 has a total power of 60W and a 4.2 channel circuit. All other models implement a 2.2 channel circuit with a power of 40 watts.

Connections

Basically LG QNED wiring diagram is repeated from series to series, but there are quantitative and some qualitative differences. Let’s start with the fact that all QNED 4K have two HDMI2.1 connectors and two HDMI2.0 connectors. 8K models are different. LG QNED99 has all HDMI 2.1 connectors, while QNED96 and QNED95 have only four HDMI2.0 connectors. All 4K QNEDs have 2 USB 2.0 ports, and the 8K QNED versions add one more USB 3.0 port. Plus, QNED 8K TV works with WiFi6.

Compare LG QNED 2022 Table

Series	99	96 / 95	91 / 90	87 / 86	85	82 / 81	80
Approval	8K	8K	4K	4K	4K	4K	4K
Diagonal inches	86, 75	75, 65	86, 75, 65, 55	86, 75, 65, 55	86, 75, 65, 55	86, 75, 65, 55, 50	86, 75, 65, 55, 50
Stand	Sickle	96 – sickle / 95 – legs	91 – sickle / 90 – legs	Sickle	Legs	Sickle	Legs
Housing color	Black	Titanium gray	Titanium gray	87 – ice silver / 86 – dark titanium	Titanium gray	82 – ice silver / 81 – black	Black
Matrix	IPS	IPS	IPS	IPS	IPS	VA, IPS	VA, IPS
Light	Mini LED	Mini LED	Mini LED	Mini LED	Mini LED	Edge	Edge
Blackout	Precision Dimming Pro+	Precision Dimming Pro +	Precision Dimming Pro	Precision Dimming	Precision Dimming	Dimming Pro	Dimming Pro
Refresh rate, Hz	120	60	120	120	120	120	120
Processor	α9 Gen5 AI 8K	α9 Gen5 AI 8K	α7 Gen5 AI 4K	α7 Gen5 AI 4K	α7 Gen5 AI 4K	α7 Gen5 AI 4K	α7 Gen5 AI 4K
Dolby Vision	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	No	No
Double tuner	Yes	Yes	No	No	No	No	No
Tuner ATSC	No	No	No	No	Yes	No	No
Always Ready	Yes	Yes	Yes	No	No	No	No
Audio, Watts / channels	60 / 4. 2	40 / 2.2	40 / 2.2	40 / 2.2	40 / 2.2	20 / 2.0	20 / 2.0
Dolby Atmos	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	No	No
WiFi	6	6	5	5	5	5	5
HDMI 2.1 / 2.0	4 / 0	0 / 4	2 / 2	2 / 2	2 / 2	2 / 2	2 / 2
USB 3.0 / 2.0	1 / 2	1 / 2	0 / 2	0 / 2	0 / 2	0 / 2	0 / 2

We have only described the main differences between QNED TV and LG. Although there are still quite a few of them, listing them all is an interesting task, and a very long one. After all, their importance depends on your consumer preferences.