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Ajazz AJ179 Apex Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£70Connectivity:wireless+wiredMaximum polling rate:8000 HzMaximum DPI:42000 DPIWeight:56 g

Ajazz AJ179 Apex Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Mice category and whether it is worth buying.

8.4

Overall score

Score
8.4/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the mouse's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best mice on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

80%

8.8

Technical Score

20%

6.9

User score

★Better than 92% of mice
8.8

Technical Score

Technical score
8.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Mice category across these key areas: Performance & Sensor, Connectivity, Battery & Charging, Controls, Design, Features.
When it matters
When you want to compare mice based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

36%

10

Performance & Sensor

22%

8.1

Controls

16%

9.4

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

9.9

Connectivity

5%

8.0

Battery & Charging

★Better than 97% of mice
6.9

User score

User score
6.9/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

4.6

Number of reviews

Based on 48 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 91% of mice
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Verdict

The Ajazz AJ179 Apex is a flagship, right-handed ergonomic gaming mouse featuring the high-end PixArt PAW3950 sensor, which offers a native 30,000 DPI (overclockable to 42,000 DPI), 750 IPS tracking, and 50G acceleration. Weighing approximately 56–58 grams, this tri-mode peripheral supports 2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth, and wired connections, notably boasting an ultra-fast 8,000Hz wireless polling rate for a 0.125ms response time. Its main characteristics include an 'ice sensation' coating for superior grip, Huano green shell white dot switches rated for 100 million clicks, and a dedicated magnetic charging dock with an integrated RGB color screen for GIFs and status monitoring. Primary pros are its lightweight ergo shape (a Lamzu Thorn/GPX Dex clone), high-tier sensor performance, and the inclusive value-add charging dock. Cons include potential software bugs or driver recognition issues for the dock, inconsistent quality control with side flex or pre-travel on some units, and stock PTFE feet that may require replacement for a smoother glide.

Technical Specifications of mouse Ajazz AJ179 Apex

Technical Score
Technical score
8.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Mice category across these key areas: Performance & Sensor, Connectivity, Battery & Charging, Controls, Design, Features.
When it matters
When you want to compare mice based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components:

36%

10

Performance & Sensor

22%

8.1

Controls

16%

9.4

Design

14%

6.1

Features

7%

9.9

Connectivity

5%

8.0

Battery & Charging

8.8
Ajazz AJ179 Apex has a technical score of 8.8 points, which is higher than that of 96.5% of products in this category.
User score
User score
6.9/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

4.6

Number of reviews

Based on 48 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
6.9
Ajazz AJ179 Apex has a user score of 6.87 points, which is lower than that of 91.4% of products in this category.
Popularity
Popularity
4.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the mouse.
When it matters
When you prefer a mouse that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Popularity:
Ajazz AJ179 Apex has a popularity score of 4.6 points, which is lower than that of 67.9% of products in this category.
4.6
Ajazz AJ179 Apex has a popularity score of 4.6 points, which is lower than that of 67.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
8.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the mouse's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a mouse that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components:

60%

8.4

Overall score

40%

10

Price

8.9
Ajazz AJ179 Apex has a value-for-money score of 8.9 points, which is higher than that of 90.9% of products in this category.
Brand name
Ajazz
Maximum polling rate
8,000 Hz
Maximum polling rate
8,000 Hz
â–² Better than 88% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 8,000 Hz, which is higher than 88.2% of mice and equal to 11.8% of mice.
Wired polling rate
1,000 Hz
Wired polling rate
1,000 Hz
â–² Better than 13% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >1k Hz
This mouse has a wired polling rate of 1,000 Hz, which is higher than 13.2% of mice and equal to 77.4% of mice.
2.4 GHz polling rate
8,000 Hz
2.4 GHz polling rate
8,000 Hz
â–² Better than 89% of models
Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
This mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 8,000 Hz, which is higher than 89.2% of mice and equal to 10.8% of mice.
Bluetooth polling rate
125 Hz
Bluetooth polling rate
125 Hz
â–² Better than 68% of models
Market range: <0 Hz – >125 Hz
This mouse has a Bluetooth polling rate of 125 Hz, which is higher than 67.8% of mice and equal to 30.7% of mice.
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Connectivity
wireless+wired
Connectivity
wireless+wired
â–² Better than 57% of models
This mouse supports wireless+wired connectivity, which is more versatile than 56.8% of mice and equal to 43.3% of mice.
connection modes: wired / Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz.
Bluetooth support
yes
Bluetooth support
yes
â–² Better than 65% of models
This mouse supports Bluetooth. 64.5% of mice support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
5
Bluetooth version
5
â–² Better than 74% of models
This mouse uses Bluetooth 5, which is newer than 73.9% of mice and equal to 12.3% of mice.
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
yes
Proprietary 2.4 GHz support
yes
â–² Better than 39% of models
This mouse supports proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless. 38.8% of mice support proprietary 2.4 GHz wireless.
Receiver included
yes
Receiver included
yes
â–² Better than 38% of models
This mouse includes a receiver. 37.8% of mice include a receiver.
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Battery life
200 hours
Battery life
200 hours
â–² Better than 87% of models
Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
This mouse lasts 200 hours on a charge, which is longer than 87.1% of mice and equal to 6.6% of mice.
Battery capacity
400 mAh
Battery capacity
400 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <300 mAh – >800 mAh
This mouse has a battery capacity of 400 mAh, which is smaller than 57.8% of mice and equal to 6% of mice.
Battery form factor
integrated
Rechargeable battery
yes
Rechargeable battery
yes
â–² Better than 54% of models
This mouse uses a rechargeable battery. 54.2% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
Removable battery
no
Removable battery
no
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This mouse does not use a removable battery. 22.3% of mice use a removable battery.
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N. of buttons
6
N. of buttons
6
â–¼ Worse than 37% of models
Market range: <4 – >9
This mouse has 6 buttons, which is more than 23.2% of mice and equal to 40% of mice.
N. of side buttons
2
N. of side buttons
2
â–¼ Worse than 16% of models
Market range: <0 – >3
This mouse has 2 side buttons, which is more than 15% of mice and equal to 68.6% of mice.
N. of programmable buttons
6
N. of programmable buttons
6
â–² Better than 36% of models
Market range: <0 – >9
This mouse has 6 programmable buttons, which is more than 35.6% of mice and equal to 31.2% of mice.
DPI switching button
yes
DPI switching button
yes
â–² Better than 15% of models
This mouse includes a DPI switching button. 14.7% of mice include a DPI switching button.
Profile switching button
no
Profile switching button
no
â–¼ Worse than 16% of models
This mouse does not include a profile switching button. 16% of mice include a profile switching button.
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Orientation
right-handed
Weight
56 g
Weight
56 g
â–² Better than 83% of models
Market range: <52 g – >125 g
This mouse weighs 56 g, which makes it lighter than 83.3% of mice and equal to 1.2% of mice.
Extra weights
0 g
Extra weights
0 g
â–¼ Worse than 5% of models
Market range: <0 g – >25 g
This mouse comes with 0 g extra weights, which is less than 4.6% of mice and equal to 95.4% of mice.
Cable length
1.5 m
Cable length
1.5 m
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Market range: <1.5 m – >2 m
This mouse has a cable length of 1.5 m, which is less than 87.2% of mice and equal to 8.3% of mice.
Cable type
braided
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Onboard memory profiles
1
Onboard memory profiles
1
â–² Better than 48% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This mouse stores 1 onboard profiles, which is more than 48% of mice and equal to 20% of mice.
Onboard memory size
?
Software name
Ajazz AJ179 APEX Driver
Firmware upgradable
yes
Firmware upgradable
yes
â–² Better than 22% of models
This mouse supports firmware updates. 22.5% of mice support firmware updates.
Suitable for gaming
yes
Suitable for gaming
yes
â–² Better than 24% of models
This mouse is suitable for gaming. 23.9% of mice are suitable for gaming.

Ajazz AJ179 Apex vs the average mouse

246810TotalPerformance & SensorConnectivityBattery & ChargingControlsDesignFeatures
  • 8x higher maximum polling rate
    Maximum polling rate
    8,000 Hz
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
    This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 8000 Hz, while the average mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 70 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    100 million clicks
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse offers switch durability of 100 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    100 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • 4.2x higher maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    42,000 DPI
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 42000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    42,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 8x higher 2.4 GHz polling rate
    2.4 GHz polling rate
    8,000 Hz
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
    This mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 8000 Hz, while the average mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 1000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 31.7% lower mouse weight
    Weight
    56 g
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 56 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    56 g vs 82 g
  • 87.5% higher tracking speed
    Maximum tracking speed
    750 IPS
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <30 IPS – >650 IPS
    This mouse offers a maximum tracking speed of 750 IPS, while the average mouse offers a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    750 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • Adjustable lift-off distance
    Lift-off distance adjustable
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse supports adjustable lift-off distance, while the average mouse does not. 46.5% of mice support adjustable lift-off distance.
  • 115 hours longer battery life
    Battery life
    200 hours
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
    This mouse lasts 200 hours on a charge, while the average mouse lasts 85 hours on a charge.
    200 hours vs 85 hours
  • 21.8% better value for money
    Ajazz AJ179 Apex has better value for money than the average mouse (8.9 vs 7.3).
    8.9 vs 7.31
  • 8x higher maximum polling rate
    Maximum polling rate
    8,000 Hz
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
    This mouse has a maximum polling rate of 8000 Hz, while the average mouse has a maximum polling rate of 1000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 4.2x higher maximum DPI
    Maximum DPI
    42,000 DPI
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <1.6k DPI – >26k DPI
    This mouse has a maximum DPI of 42000 DPI, while the average mouse has a maximum DPI of 10000 DPI.
    42,000 DPI vs 10,000 DPI
  • 8x higher 2.4 GHz polling rate
    2.4 GHz polling rate
    8,000 Hz
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <125 Hz – >8k Hz
    This mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 8000 Hz, while the average mouse has a 2.4 GHz polling rate of 1000 Hz.
    8,000 Hz vs 1,000 Hz
  • 87.5% higher tracking speed
    Maximum tracking speed
    750 IPS
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <30 IPS – >650 IPS
    This mouse offers a maximum tracking speed of 750 IPS, while the average mouse offers a maximum tracking speed of 400 IPS.
    750 IPS vs 400 IPS
  • Adjustable lift-off distance
    Lift-off distance adjustable
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse supports adjustable lift-off distance, while the average mouse does not. 46.5% of mice support adjustable lift-off distance.
  • 25% higher maximum acceleration
    Maximum acceleration
    50 G
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <10 G – >50 G
    This mouse has a maximum acceleration of 50 G, while the average mouse has a maximum acceleration of 40 G.
    50 G vs 40 G
  • 100 DPI lower minimum setting
    Minimum DPI
    100 DPI
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Market range: <50 DPI – >1k DPI
    This mouse goes as low as 100 DPI, while the average mouse goes as low as 200 DPI.
    100 DPI vs 200 DPI
  • 2 more stored DPI steps
    DPI steps stored
    7
    ★ Better than 91% of models
    Market range: <3 – >6
    This mouse stores 7 DPI steps, while the average mouse stores 5 DPI steps.
    7 vs 5
  • 2 more paired devices
    Multi-device pair count
    3
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This mouse pairs with 3 devices, while the average mouse pairs with 1 devices.
    3 vs 1
  • Versatile connectivity
    Connectivity
    wireless+wired
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This mouse supports wireless+wired connectivity, while the average mouse supports wireless connectivity.
    connection modes: wired / Bluetooth / 2.4 GHz.
    wireless+wired vs wireless
  • Bluetooth support
    Bluetooth support
    yes
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    This mouse supports Bluetooth, while the average mouse does not. 35.5% of mice support Bluetooth.
  • 115 hours longer battery life
    Battery life
    200 hours
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <50 hours – >500 hours
    This mouse lasts 200 hours on a charge, while the average mouse lasts 85 hours on a charge.
    200 hours vs 85 hours
  • Usable while charging
    Use while charging
    yes
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    This mouse can be used while charging, while the average mouse cannot. 47.5% of mice can be used while charging.
  • Charging dock included
    Charging dock included
    yes
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    This mouse includes a charging dock, while the average mouse does not. 5.4% of mice include a charging dock.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Rechargeable battery
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This mouse uses a rechargeable battery, while the average mouse does not. 45.9% of mice use a rechargeable battery.
  • Wireless charging
    Wireless charging
    yes
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    This mouse supports wireless charging, while the average mouse does not. 10.6% of mice support wireless charging.
  • 70 million clicks longer switch lifespan
    Switch durability
    100 million clicks
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    Market range: <5 million clicks – >90 million clicks
    This mouse offers switch durability of 100 million clicks, while the average mouse offers switch durability of 30 million clicks.
    100 million clicks vs 30 million clicks
  • Adjustable debounce time
    Debounce time adjustable
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This mouse supports adjustable debounce time, while the average mouse does not. 28.2% of mice support adjustable debounce time.
  • 31.7% lower mouse weight
    Weight
    56 g
    â–² Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <52 g – >125 g
    This mouse weighs 56 g, while the average mouse weighs 82 g.
    56 g vs 82 g
  • Detachable cable
    Detachable cable
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This mouse comes with a detachable cable, while the average mouse does not. 43% of mice come with a detachable cable.
  • 3 newer release date
    Release date
    2024
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This mouse was released in 2024, while the average mouse was released in 2021.
    June 2024
    2024 vs 2021
  • 16.5% lower user score
    User score
    6.9/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
    Score distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Ajazz AJ179 Apex
    the average mouse
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Ajazz AJ179 Apex has a lower user score than the average mouse (6.87 vs 8.000).
    6.87 vs 8
  • 2x more expensive
    Ajazz AJ179 Apex is more expensive than the average mouse (£70 vs £35).
    £70 vs £35
  • 0.3 m shorter cable
    Cable length
    1.5 m
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <1.5 m – >2 m
    This mouse has a cable length of 1.5 m, while the average mouse has a cable length of 1.8 m.
    1.5 m vs 1.8 m
  • Poor default DPI tuning
    Default DPI
    800 DPI
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This mouse uses a default DPI of 800 DPI, while the average mouse uses a default DPI of 1000 DPI.
    800 DPI vs 1,000 DPI
  • 40.1% less popular
    Ajazz AJ179 Apex is less popular than the average mouse (4.56 vs 6.4).
    4.56 vs 6.38
  • Thin glide feet
    Feet thickness
    0.75 mm
    â–² Better than 45% of models
    This mouse uses 0.8 mm thick mouse feet, while the average mouse uses 0.8 mm thick mouse feet.
    0.75 mm vs 0.8 mm
  • 16.5% lower user score
    User score
    6.9/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the mouse.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how a mouse performs in daily use or gaming and how reliable it is in terms of comfort, button feel, tracking accuracy, and long-term durability.
    Score distribution
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    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Ajazz AJ179 Apex
    the average mouse
    â–² Better than 59% of models
    Ajazz AJ179 Apex has a lower user score than the average mouse (6.87 vs 8.000).
    6.87 vs 8
  • 2x more expensive
    Ajazz AJ179 Apex is more expensive than the average mouse (£70 vs £35).
    £70 vs £35
  • 40.1% less popular
    Ajazz AJ179 Apex is less popular than the average mouse (4.56 vs 6.4).
    4.56 vs 6.38
  • Poor default DPI tuning
    Default DPI
    800 DPI
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    This mouse uses a default DPI of 800 DPI, while the average mouse uses a default DPI of 1000 DPI.
    800 DPI vs 1,000 DPI
  • 0.3 m shorter cable
    Cable length
    1.5 m
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    Market range: <1.5 m – >2 m
    This mouse has a cable length of 1.5 m, while the average mouse has a cable length of 1.8 m.
    1.5 m vs 1.8 m
  • Thin glide feet
    Feet thickness
    0.75 mm
    â–² Better than 45% of models
    This mouse uses 0.8 mm thick mouse feet, while the average mouse uses 0.8 mm thick mouse feet.
    0.75 mm vs 0.8 mm

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Third-party reviews

Based on 48 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: May 2026 · How we calculate this
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →

What customers like about Ajazz AJ179 Apex?

  • High-end PixArt PAW3950 sensor for precise tracking
  • Extreme value for money, often cited as a top budget 'superlight' alternative
  • Support for 8000Hz wireless polling rate for improved responsiveness
  • Ergonomic right-handed shape (similar to the Lamzu Thorn) suitable for palm and claw grips
  • Includes a multi-functional RGB charging dock with a customizable screen
  • Lightweight design at approximately 56-58 grams
  • Triple-mode connectivity (2.4GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, and Wired USB-C)

What customers dislike about Ajazz AJ179 Apex?

  • Inconsistent quality control (QC) with reports of sensor stuttering or sticking buttons
  • Software can be difficult to find or trigger antivirus warnings during installation
  • The magnetic charging connection on the dock can be easily bumped or disconnected
  • Matte coating is described as 'mild' and may lack sufficient grip for some users
  • Limited customer support and difficult return processes when purchased through international retailers
  • Stock skates/feet are considered only 'adequate' or 'mediocre' by some enthusiasts

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