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HP OMEN Obelisk by HP Desktop: Play graphically intense games with this HP OMEN Obelisk desktop computer. You can easily store large amounts of media and other data on the 1TB hard drive and install games and programs on the 256GB SSD for fast access. This HP OMEN Obelisk desktop computer has 16GB of memory for multitasking effectively, and the Intel Core i7-9700 processor handles resource-intense programs efficiently.
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5
Powerful, good looking tower
on June 23, 2019
Posted by: codeblue
from Fishers
The Omen tower is a nice sleek black tower with red accent lighting. The acrylic panel gives a clear view of the inner workings. Fits in nicely with my home office setup, as par for the course, my printer and other devices are all the same matte black.
There hasn't been a single game I've tried running that hiccuped, and I've got the rig hooked up to two screens. Windows 10 setup was quick and simple, and there was basically no bloatware on top of the usual pack-ins that Windows 10 ships with.
A small negative would be, for a gaming rig, the included keyboard and mouse are pretty cheap, I guess they wanted to keep the extra costs to a minimum to not inflate the overall price. Most likely, if you're planning on gaming at all, you've got a good sensitive mouse already and aren't planning on maining the included wired HP mouse. If you were... just don't.
I'm too far out of high school/college to have a computer with outlandish spikes and LEDs flashing everywhere in my office, so the flat panels and "obelisk" accent on the face of the tower are perfect. If you're the type that prefers a rig that screams, "I'm a gaming computer," then this probably won't light your fire aesthetically.
For people who want high performance in a sleek, clean-cut, rig, look no further.
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Enjoy seamless viewing with this LG 34-inch WFHD monitor. The 178-degree wide-viewing angles provide quality visuals from almost any direction, while the anti-glare coating eliminates distractive reflections to let you focus. Flicker-safe technology helps prevent eye strain during extended viewing periods. This LG WFHD monitor has fast response times that eliminate blurring.
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5
Amazingly beautiful monitor
on June 23, 2019
Posted by: codeblue
from Fishers
The monitor looks comical sitting on my desk, ask it's nearly a full twice as long as my other monitor. However, 59 max refresh rate, anti-glare, and minimal bezels that to me are just right for allowing me to grasp and adjust the monitor without actually touching the screen.
Games look fantastic, and the screen is wide enough for me to have two excel spreadsheets open side by side and barely have to scroll. With my other monitor, even though it's only a dual-screen setup, I have the working screen sizes of 3 monitors.
Monitor comes packed in a super long box, but once you see the screen, you'll appreciate the packing. Speaking of packing, the packaging was very simple and hassle-free. No taped mini boxes holding components that you have to wrestle free. Just two halves of styrofoam that you lift one up to pull the monitor out. The base and stand are easily extractable with minimal fudging.
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Acer Nitro 5 Laptop: Lose yourself in the absorbing multimedia experience delivered by this Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop. The Intel Core i5 processor ensures a lag-free performance, and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 graphics card delivers immersive visuals on the 15.6-inch Full HD display. This Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop has 8GB of RAM for seamless multitasking.
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5
Great gaming laptop that looks respectable
on June 23, 2019
Posted by: codeblue
from Fishers
Despite the gaming moniker, the laptop (when closed) still can pass as a utility laptop which is important because I don't want my coworkers looking at me funny. That being said, when it's play time, it easily runs the Witcher 3 on max settings with only slight lag with multiple people on screen. Overwatch runs great and looks great as well. Can use the installed app to set your GPU to auto adjust, stay max performance, or conserve, and the app is easy to access.
Keyboard isn't as comfy as a 17 incher, but that's to be expected given the smaller real estate. The number pad is still plenty usable, and the travel on the keys are responsive.
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Transfer large files and output Ultra HD video with this Belkin Thunderbolt 3 cable. The maximum transfer speed of 40Gbps rapidly transmits data, while 100W of power delivery let you charge most compatible laptops. This 2.62-foot Belkin Thunderbolt 3 cable offers plug-and-play functionality for simple use, and the ability to daisy-chain up to six devices provides easy workspace customization.
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5
Great cable with just right length for desk
on June 23, 2019
Posted by: codeblue
from Fishers
Cable feels nice and smooth in hand, and I use it to link my gaming monitors. No issues.
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Capture and share memories quickly with this Canon IVY Cliq Plus instant camera. The 8MP camera and built-in printer take and print snapshots in 50 seconds or less, while Bluetooth connectivity facilitates sharing your favorite pictures with compatible devices. Use the Mini Print app to edit photographs before printing with this Canon IVY Cliq Plus instant camera.
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4
entry level instant camera
on May 10, 2019
Posted by: codeblue
from Fishers
I'm old enough to have used Polaroids before they were hipster-instagram-cool. Even compared to the original Polaroid film, the Zink printing quality leaves a ton to be desired. Think, VGA, old-school quality. The size of the photos are small enough to be considered wallet-size, but then the question remains, who even needs wallet photos any more? My iphone takes photos with infinitely better image quality, and I can view them in much higher resolution in a similar size as the Zink pics.
I think Canon was trying to jump into the instant film fad... except about 5 years too late. I really wanted to love this camera because I was really nostalgic about my old Polaroid hand-me-down from my dad, but after several days of use, I just can't find a good enough use case scenario where I grab this over my iphone.
Camera is well thought out, the app is easy to learn, on-board flash is there. All the basic necessities are checked off, but there's just no special factor that leads me to pick the Cliq+ up over my cell phone, a Sony a-6000, or even my Canon AE-1.
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Only at Best Buy Listen in comfort with these Jabra Elite 85h wireless headphones. Integrated SmartSound audio technology adapts automatically to your surroundings, while a powerful battery offers up to 36 hours of playtime. These Jabra Elite 85h wireless headphones feature eight separate mics for excellent call quality and are rain-resistant for safe use in all weather conditions.
Customer Rating
5
love these headphones
on May 10, 2019
Posted by: codeblue
from Fishers
Jabra makes solid products. I'm used to my buddy gripe about how a solid cable will transmit the purest sound quality, but let's face it, the days of carrying a dedicated music device are gone. My phone doesn't have a headphone jack, and no, carrying a dongle around for my headphones is not appealing to me.
The Jabra 85h offers surprisingly good sound quality. Grados these are not, but I say that about any wireless headphones/earbuds I've ever tried. Linking the headphones to my phone took no time at all using the app, and the settings are all easy to get to and change within the app.
There are a few presets, such as commuting mod where the headphones adopt a "pass-through" sound, basically like electronic earmuffs allowing conversations and some sound to be heard so you don't walk into incoming traffic. The private mode adopts the Jabra's noise canceling. And then there's a custom option where you can either have the headphones analyze your ambient noise and choose the best setting or you can personally customize it.
Phone call quality wasn't quite as crisp as the advertisement, but the noise canceling did help to isolate voice from the call, even in the presence of my toddler making his usual ruckus.
Good all-round headphones with close to the advertised battery life, easy to use app, and pretty comfortable ear cushions. I like these a lot.
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Expand device connectivity with this Belkin DuraTek Plus Lightning to USB-A cable. A rugged design with fiber-reinforced conductors ensures lasting durability, while the included strap and snap button improve portability and prevent tangles. Measuring 6 feet long, this Belkin DuraTek Plus Lightning to USB-A cable makes it easy to access hard-to-reach outlets.
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5
the iphone cable Apple should have made
on April 6, 2019
Posted by: codeblue
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As ubiquitous as Apple devices are, I'm sure everyone is painfully well aware of Apple's included extremely short, fragile, lightning cables. I'm OCD with everything, but still I find the cable fraying at the connecting point. The Belkin is amply long so I don't feel tethered to the corner of the room when charging my phone, and the braided material feels nice in the hand. The joint where the cable and the ends meet feel nice and beefy, so I expect this to be much more durable than the first party Apple cables.
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The Nanit Plus Camera & Floor Stand gives an unbeatable birds-eye view of your baby with HD video & audio from anywhere–no mounting needed. Plus, with personalized sleep guidance included in your app, you and the baby can sleep more soundly.
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5
Awesome dedicated baby monitor
on April 6, 2019
Posted by: codeblue
from Fishers
For our oldest, we tried several different baby monitors but ended up using an Arlo system as a monitor. Which worked well and we loved the video quality and ability to view the video feed from our phones anywhere. But for the second, we got the Nanit which is a different tool altogether. It's purely designed to function as a baby monitor, so it does its job very well, but you can't double it up as a room monitor from what I can tell. The stand looks like a sleek lampstand, so it fits in with the baby decor. The stand's designed to fix the camera to look directly down on your baby giving you a clear view of purely the baby. Sound quality is good, and everything feels nice and sturdy.
So if you want a monitor that can be versatile and used as the baby grows, then this isn't for you. But if you want the best baby monitor for the time period, then get this.
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Only at Best BuyKeep track of events that happen on the road with this V1P Plus dash cam. The simple design affixes to your windshield in minutes using the included mounting hardware, and the screen lets you review footage. With a mini USB port, this V1P Plus dash cam connects to your car's charger for a continuous power supply.
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4
Great front, poor rear
on January 4, 2019
Posted by: codeblue
from Fishers
The V1P Plus is pretty similar to most of the other offerings in its price range, offering 1080P front camera... but the rear is inexplicably VGA. Think old school flash vids from the 90s. I can see why they'd want to differentiate between this mid-tier and their higher tier Pro model, but the difference in video quality comparing the front and rear cameras is so dramatic that it's hard to recommend this particular model. If you really don't need a rear cam, then this is a great value. The installation itself was fine, as there are thankfully multiple Youtube videos on how to wire the cam to your car's fusebox, or you can just plug into the 12v DC outlet.
Given the blistering quality of phone screens which we look at several times a day, trying to look at the rear cam footage is pretty painful. With that caveat, the overall quality and specs of the Plus are adequate for everyday use.
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Embellish your device with a functional attachment by using this black Speck GrabTab phone accessory. It~s compatible with most brands and cases, and the card-sized, flat design slips smoothly into your pocket. Use the hanging loop on this Speck GrabTab phone accessory as a grip for a secure hold or as a kickstand for hands-free viewing.
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3
Excellent idea, not as excellent in usage
on January 4, 2019
Posted by: codeblue
from Fishers
Disclaimer, despite my negative sounding header, I'm actually using this on my phone now. I used to use a Popsocket, as with the continued increase in phone size by all makers, it's becoming extremely inconvenient to use phones one handed. The one drawback to the Popsocket was that the bulk, even when collapsed, interfered with the phone sitting stably in my car mount. The Speck folds down completely flat, so the bulk is minimal. Which I thought would fix all my problems.
My main issue with the Speck is that when open/deployed, the loop it creates is a little too large to fit snugly on my finger. Therefore I still have to adjust my grip to get the perfect balance of grip and non-hand-cramping strain. It's still lightyears better than trying to text onehanded without it, and the fact that it can fit into my car mount makes up for the non-ideal finger loop.
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