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This 9.8' Griffin Technology GC36633-2 USB-to-Lightning cable makes it easy to charge and sync your compatible Apple® device. The rubber material helps ensure long-lasting use.
 
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5 out of 5
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Great quality. Faster charging,syncing and longer
on December 12, 2014
Posted by: cpmi
from novi, mi
Verified Purchase:Yes
Knowing you have a 2 foot syncing/charging cable coming with a $600 phone is a bit disappointing. Finding out the battery on said phone makes having chargers at every location in your home a necessity really highlights the importance of this product. 10 feet for extended range. Fast charge and sync cycles. Great addition to our home.
My Best Buy number: 0230302257
My Best Buy number: 0230302257
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The NETGEAR Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Router, with breakthrough Tri-Band WiFi 5 delivers multiple bands for homes with many WiFi devices. WiFi speed up to 3.2Gbps and 6 high performance antennas provide maximum speed and range. Smart Connect allows you to game, stream, and download mega-sized files without lags.
 
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5 out of 5
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Best router for the money on the market
on December 12, 2014
Posted by: cpmi
from novi, mi
Verified Purchase:Yes
We have almost 25 wireless devices in our home. Obviously it takes a workhorse for our needs and if there are any issues we will quickly find them. Linksys routers that once ruled the market are total garbage. All of them made in the past couple of years since they were spun off. Asus isn't bad but their integration software makes it challenging. Netgear has the best coverage area of all of them and has a great app for connecting and monitoring performance and usage.
My Best Buy number: 0230302257
My Best Buy number: 0230302257
I would recommend this to a friend!
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This 12' Insignia™ NS-HW302 power cord is designed for use with most appliances, electronics, power tools and other devices and features a grounded outlet, so you can safely extend the length of your existing power cord.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Does its intended purpose powering a microwave
on December 12, 2014
Posted by: cpmi
from novi, mi
Verified Purchase:Yes
Needed a heavy duty extension cord to power a microwave in our basement bar. This worked perfect.
My Best Buy number: 0230302257
My Best Buy number: 0230302257
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Install your projector easily with this mount that features 2 sizes of pipes for flush or extended options and a release lever for simple projector connect and disconnect.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Completed our home theatre project Perfectly!
on December 12, 2014
Posted by: cpmi
from novi, mi
Verified Purchase:Yes
Simple to install. Easy to calibrate. Quality components.
One thing to note is if you are using this mount with a drop ceiling like we are in our basement you will need a longer extension tube. These can be purchased at Home Depot for a couple of dollars.
My Best Buy number: 0230302257
My Best Buy number: 0230302257
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enhance your home theater experience with this Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 5030UB V11H585020 projector, which features 3LCD, 3-chip technology for clear images and rich colors. Support for 3D content lets you enjoy immersive, lifelike visuals.Not sure what size projector or screen you need? Learn more.
 
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Best projector in it's class hands down
on December 12, 2014
Posted by: cpmi
from novi, mi
Verified Purchase:Yes
My wife and I have built our theatre room backwards compared to most. We had everything including the screen already in place using a cheap projector that I have for work presentations. Theatre quality projectors aren't cheap and we were close to pulling the trigger a couple of times and held off. Finally decided to do it and I can honestly say it was the best thing we have ever done. Mind blowing quality and crispness. 3D capable. Just an all around homerun. Couldn't be more pleased. Picture quality is as good or better than projectors that cost twice as much. We looked and researched for almost two years before finally arriving at this one.
My Best Buy number: 0230302257
My Best Buy number: 0230302257
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Bring your electronics to life with help from Energizer. These batteries are designed to work in electronic devices such as watches, calculators, keyless entry devices and more. Energizer batteries provide your electronics with a long-lasting, reliable source of power.The Energizer CR2016 delivers three volts of power to compatible electronic components. You can rely on Energizer for a long-lasting, consistent power supply. This pack contains two batteries, providing you with a high-quality back-up when you need it most.
 
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Batteries worked as expected!!
on October 1, 2014
Posted by: cpmi
from novi, mi
Verified Purchase:Yes
These batteries were replacements for my Viper remote start fobs. Disappointed that the fobs apparently go through batteries quickly but it's a small sacrifice for all of the upside of having the remote start and alarm functions.
My Best Buy number: 0230302257
My Best Buy number: 0230302257
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Featuring backlit keys, this ZAGGkeys PROplus keyboard lets you type comfortably on your iPad 2nd-, 3rd- or 4th-Generation, even in low-light conditions. The magnetic closure offers reliable attachment, while the stand enables easy hands-free viewing.
 
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Excellent keyboard for hammer hands!
on October 1, 2014
Posted by: cpmi
from novi, mi
Verified Purchase:Yes
One thing I have struggled with is finding an iPad keyboard that would allow my hammer hands to type effectively. I had the Logitech metal one that was a clamshell type. iPad snapped down into which was nice and secure. Problem was the edges were really sharp and my hammer hands created issues. I never used it so I ended up giving it away.
This keyboard is absolutely perfect. Backlit keys. Long battery life. Ease of use. Real keys so you know when you have struck one vs the rubber mat types.
An excellent product. Highly recommended for the iPad user who needs to type on their tablet often like me.
My Best Buy number: 0230302257
My Best Buy number: 0230302257
I would recommend this to a friend!
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This Cat-6 network cable allows you to connect your PC, DSL/cable modem or other peripherals to a network. The snag-free connectors help prevent the clip from breaking off for durability.
 
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5 out of 5
5
using with my Netgear Nighthawk Router.Works great
on March 25, 2014
Posted by: cpmi
from novi, mi
Verified Purchase:Yes
Nice to be able to maintain higher speeds and remove bottlenecks from the modem to the router....
My Best Buy number: 0230302257
My Best Buy number: 0230302257
What's great about it: works!
What's not so great: no complaints
I would recommend this to a friend!
Durability
5 out of 5
5
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
5
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Linksys EA6900 AC1900 Dual-Band Smart Router: This router is great for bandwidth-heavy uses like streaming video and online gaming. It has 3 external antennas to expand the range of the wireless network, and beamforming technology sends a focused signal to your connected devices to maintain a stronger connection.
 
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Hope I got the one lemon...
on March 25, 2014
Posted by: cpmi
from novi, mi
Verified Purchase:Yes
Been a linksys user for quite some time with zero issues or complaints. Hope I got the one lemon they have made bc this one was garbage. Easy to setup and operate. Customize.
Locked up and fell off the network every day multiple times for the few days I had it before returning it for the Netgear Nighthawk that was actually cheaper and works fantastically.
My Best Buy number: 0230302257
My Best Buy number: 0230302257
What's great about it: Easy to setup and use. App is great to have on hand.
What's not so great: Kept locking up and going offline. Returned it for Netgear Nighthawk.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
5
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This doorlock interface provides integration for vehicles that need a transponder and/or doorlock interface to make alarm and remote start installation simple. Data-2-data communication delivers reliable performance.
 
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works great on my 05 duramax
on March 25, 2014
Posted by: cpmi
from novi, mi
Verified Purchase:Yes
Purchased this as part of my viper remote start/alarm package.
Great functionality and easy of use.
My Best Buy number: 0230302257
My Best Buy number: 0230302257
What's great about it: Works on my truck
What's not so great: no complaints
I would recommend this to a friend!
Range
5 out of 5
5
Features
5 out of 5
5
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Need a classroom projector to use with a Smartboard and also show movies on big wall screen . Any suggestions?

Epson models around $500 are perfect for this. Too bright for home theater but work great for presentations and movies thrown on the wall.
8 years, 3 months ago
by
cpmi
   Tupelo, MS
 
This APC Back-UPS BN600G UPS features 8 outlets to accommodate your computer and peripheral devices. The 340-joule rating absorbs a high amount of energy to help keep your equipment protected.
 

can this be wall mounted?

Does it have slotted holes on the back of the unit?
Yes. I have mine mounted on the wall.
8 years, 3 months ago
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cpmi
   Tupelo, MS
 
Enhance your home theater experience with this Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 5030UB V11H585020 projector, which features 3LCD, 3-chip technology for clear images and rich colors. Support for 3D content lets you enjoy immersive, lifelike visuals.Not sure what size projector or screen you need? Learn more.
 

How do you submit a rebate request for Epson 5030 bought from best buy. There isn't anything on my receipts

My rebate was through Epson direct. I don't recall seeing any BestBuy rebates on Epson projectors. I think Epson controls pricing floors very strictly and any rebates are done in house. Might check with them.
Fwiw my rebate from them included a free replacement bulb and both the check and the bulb arrived in a couple of weeks after I submitted my paperwork. I was shocked it was processed and returned so quickly.
8 years, 6 months ago
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cpmi
   Tupelo, MS
 
The NETGEAR Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Router, with breakthrough Tri-Band WiFi 5 delivers multiple bands for homes with many WiFi devices. WiFi speed up to 3.2Gbps and 6 high performance antennas provide maximum speed and range. Smart Connect allows you to game, stream, and download mega-sized files without lags.
 

Less dropped wireless signals

I can only get 1.5 mbps from CenturyLink at our house (I can't seem to get an answer from CL why this is so). I have the combination modem/router from CL. Using my laptop wirelessly in another part of the house, my connection seems to be turned off and on erratically. Buffering is very slow and frequent when I watch movies. Will this router improve my internet situation?
Short answer: Absolutely!!
Like anything in life that comes in a combo your modem/router combo is really good on the modem side and totally sucks on the router side. Get the NetGear router and make sure to have your current router turned off so they aren't interfering. I'm certain you will no longer have any connection issues. For years I fought this with ATT combo modem/routers and constantly had weak signal issues as well as printer connectivity issues. Finally a technician for HP recommended a third party router and since that day no more issues. That was 2010 fwiw. My current home has 24 connected devices to the NetGear Nighthawk and it performs flawlessly. Of the 24 I have an iMac, 2 matchbook pros, 2 iPads, 3 iPhones, 2 printers, 5 directv boxes, a ps3 and several smart tv's connected to it. I'm certain I have left out some but you get the idea. :)
8 years, 6 months ago
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cpmi
   Tupelo, MS
 
The NETGEAR Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Router, with breakthrough Tri-Band WiFi 5 delivers multiple bands for homes with many WiFi devices. WiFi speed up to 3.2Gbps and 6 high performance antennas provide maximum speed and range. Smart Connect allows you to game, stream, and download mega-sized files without lags.
 

How about DSL

does anyone know how the Nighthawk R8000 on DSL
I can tell you it works fantastically on both UVerse Max Turbo 24mb and HughesNet which is probably slower than your DSL. Coverage area is best on the market for signal strength. You can always got to a cat6 cable from the modem to your router as this can potentially be a choke point for data transfer.
8 years, 10 months ago
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cpmi
   Tupelo, MS
 
Control up to 8 devices using this Logitech Harmony 650 915-000159 universal remote that is compatible with more than 225,000 devices across more than 5,000 brands for wide-ranging use. One-touch activity buttons simplify option selection.
 

Earlier Version

We have this remote which we bought around 5 years ago. It is glitchy and does not work well to say the least. Looking on all the websites, it seems that this remote is one of the best universals out there. Has anyone had an earlier version of this model and noticed improvements with this one? Could we have just gotten a lemon? I am hesitant to buy the same model since we have had so much trouble with our current one. Thanks!
Definitely return it. I have two of these and they work flawlessly. For the price I can't imagine why anyone would pay more to do the same things.
Could possibly be the setup if you didn't fully complete each method.
The website to setup can be a bit slow to load but once it loads it works pretty quickly through the steps.
8 years, 10 months ago
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cpmi
   Tupelo, MS
 
Enhance your home theater experience with this Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 5030UB V11H585020 projector, which features 3LCD, 3-chip technology for clear images and rich colors. Support for 3D content lets you enjoy immersive, lifelike visuals.Not sure what size projector or screen you need? Learn more.
 

Rebate Offer

Is the current Epson mail in rebate offer for a replacement lamp for the 5030UB or 5030UBE valid for a projector purchased at Best Buy?
Yes! I received my replacement lamp about 4 weeks after I submitted the rebated form.
9 years, 1 month ago
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cpmi
   novi, mi
 

are there projectors that do not need a computer?

While many speakers have a PowerPoint presentation, either on disc or flash drive, sometimes a speaker has a disc or flash drive made on some other program. Do projectors exist with built-in software independent of computer?
Yes. Most presentation style projectors have a usb drive where files can be displayed. You can toggle through the slides using the remote for the projector. Epson makes a great one for around $400 that I use weekly for presentations. Epson VS330 is the model.
9 years, 3 months ago
by
cpmi
   novi, mi
 

How do I set up my cox cable box so I can watch it through my projector?

Is your cox cable box hd? If so run the Hdmi cable that would go to your tv to your projector. If you have a receiver run the Hdmi cable there and then the out Hdmi cable to your projector. Sound is your only variable.
9 years, 3 months ago
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cpmi
   novi, mi
 

Help in selecting a home theater projector.

Replacing old projector that is approx. 12' from screen. The fixed screen is 48 x84.
What type of a projector by Epson will fit my needs?
We have the Epson 5030ub projector. It has a variable zoom to accommodate different size screens.
We currently have ours hanging from the ceiling about 16 feet away projecting onto a 120" diagonal screen that is approximately 10 feet wide and 6 feet wide.
9 years, 3 months ago
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cpmi
   novi, mi