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- First reviewOctober 29, 2014
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![Star Wars: The Force Awakens [SteelBook] [Blu-ray/DVD] [Includes Digital Copy] [Only @ Best Buy] [2015]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/4942/4942301_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
5
Good movie, good video
on April 18, 2016
Posted by: Anodyne
Verified Purchase:Yes
I don't need to review the movie because you've probably already seen it. Not the most original screenplay but brings back a lot of the fun of the original movie. The Blu-ray is fine quality, good video and sound. I appreciate they included the digital video copy, because when you buy the original trilogy movies or the prequel trilogy movies you don't get the digital copies included (come on, Disney!).
My Best Buy number: 2171937994
My Best Buy number: 2171937994
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![The World's End/Hot Fuzz/Shaun of the Dead [3 Discs] [Blu-ray]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/2373/2373034_sa.jpg)
Own the entire Cornetto Trilogy in this three-film set featuring Shaun of the Dead, Hott Fuzz and The World's End.
Posted by: Anodyne
Verified Purchase:Yes
Three great movies, and this is a bargain since it includes the digital copies as well. Well worth the price of admission for hours of Simon Pegg comedy!
My Best Buy number: 2171937994
My Best Buy number: 2171937994
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![Live Die Repeat: Edge of Tomorrow [Blu-ray] [2014]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/6435/6435054_sa.jpg)
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5
Great movie but beware the listing photo
on March 20, 2016
Posted by: Anodyne
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is a great, under-rated sci-fi movie. You may like or disike Tom Cruise but he does choose some good sci-fi movies to start in, Emily Blunt is also great, as are all the supporting actors including Bill Paxton.
One word of warning, though - I ordered this blu-ray movie expecting to receive the Ultraviolet digital movie as well. In the product photo, the box says Blu-Ray + Digital Copy although the product description did not specifically promise this (however this is not consistently called out in the Best Buy desciptions in general). However the disc I received did not say digital copy on it, just blu-ray. Because of this, I actually returned the movie (unopened) and purchased from another retailer that confirmed the digital copy was included. I didn't want to risk opening the movie only to find out there was no digital copy and then not be able to return it.
Not a knock against the movie though, which is entirely worth buying!
One word of warning, though - I ordered this blu-ray movie expecting to receive the Ultraviolet digital movie as well. In the product photo, the box says Blu-Ray + Digital Copy although the product description did not specifically promise this (however this is not consistently called out in the Best Buy desciptions in general). However the disc I received did not say digital copy on it, just blu-ray. Because of this, I actually returned the movie (unopened) and purchased from another retailer that confirmed the digital copy was included. I didn't want to risk opening the movie only to find out there was no digital copy and then not be able to return it.
Not a knock against the movie though, which is entirely worth buying!
My Best Buy number: 2171937994
My Best Buy number: 2171937994
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![Spectre [Includes Digital Copy] [Blu-ray] [SteelBook] [2015]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/4817/4817102_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
4
Good package, decent movie
on March 13, 2016
Posted by: Anodyne
Verified Purchase:Yes
Good movie, not as good as previous Bond movies starring Daniel Craig but that doesn't mean it's not a good movie. Packaging and quality are good. I like getting the digital UltraViolet/VuDu movie - I used to prefer iTunes format, but now I'm sold on UltraViolet for versatility with devices.
My Best Buy number: 2171937994
My Best Buy number: 2171937994
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Defeat virtual enemies with this Corsair K70 keyboard that features Cherry MX Red mechanical switches that offer smooth, linear response and minimal noise for enhanced gameplay. The brushed-aluminum chassis offers durability.
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Verified Purchase:Yes
I bought this for my son for FPS gaming and he loves it. He feels that the key clicks are much more precise and accurate than his old membrane-switch keyboard. The size of the keyboard is nice also, it is a full keyboard with number pad and multimedia buttons but the footprint of the keyboard is not too large.
For myself, I could not use this keyboard due to the red backlighting which is harder for my older eyes to deal with. I have a low profile keyboard with blue/white backlighting that I find much easier to see in low light. However, my son really likes the red backlighting and I admit it looks cool.
If you do not have older eyes and want mechanical switches, I think you will love this keyboard. However if you have older eyes you may not like it quite as much due to the red lighting.
For myself, I could not use this keyboard due to the red backlighting which is harder for my older eyes to deal with. I have a low profile keyboard with blue/white backlighting that I find much easier to see in low light. However, my son really likes the red backlighting and I admit it looks cool.
If you do not have older eyes and want mechanical switches, I think you will love this keyboard. However if you have older eyes you may not like it quite as much due to the red lighting.
My Best Buy number: 2171937994
My Best Buy number: 2171937994
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A 5.5-inch Retina HD display with 3D Touch. 7000 series aluminum and stronger cover glass. An A9 chip with 64-bit desktop-class architecture. All new 12MP iSight camera with Live Photos. Touch ID. Faster LTE and Wi-Fi. Long battery life and iOS 9 and iCloud. All in a smooth, continuous unibody design.
Customer Rating
5
Great performance, large size
on January 22, 2016
Posted by: Anodyne
Verified Purchase:Yes
It's an iPhone - if you are already in the Apple ecosystem this is a great device. Large screen is easy to read for older eyes; speed is fast and the battery life very good so far. The large screen is a double-edge-sword, though - easy screen to read but this phone is way larger than my old iPhone 5. The thickness is about the same but it will not fit in pockets easily, many jackets have phone pockets these days but they are not sized for these large phones. I also find that holding the phone for more than 5 minutes starts to cramp my hand so I have to shift my grip regularly. This phone is wide enough it won't fit in my car cupholder which is where I used to prop my phone during drives!
A very good phone, just be aware that you will have to work around the size issues.
A very good phone, just be aware that you will have to work around the size issues.
My Best Buy number: 2171937994
My Best Buy number: 2171937994
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Enjoy Web browsing, media and enhanced productivity on your Apple iPad Air 2 using this Targus MediaVu THZ47303US case, which offers an ergonomic typing angle and a sound-amplifying design for ease of use. A rugged cover delivers reliable defense.
Customer Rating
4
Better than I expected
on September 28, 2015
Posted by: Anodyne
Verified Purchase:Yes
This case for my iPad Air 2 was actually better than I expected. I needed a case that provided good edge protection (I lost my first Air 2 because I dropped it and the case it was in did not protect it enough), not too bulky, good stand-up capability (for both viewing and typing) and ideally a strap or clasp to keep the cover closed. The automatic sleep feature was also a must.
This case actually met all these requirements. It seems to provide pretty good edge protection, stands up very well, is not overly bulky, automatically puts the iPad to sleep and wakes it with the cover, and has an elastic strap to hold the cover shut. It holds the iPad very securely in a typing position and also fairly well in the more upright viewing position.
Be aware that it does easily double the thickness and weight of the iPad, but given the level of protection it's not that bad. If I could change one thing, I would prefer that the elastic strap ran across the entire back rather than just a corner. Sometimes the corner strap pulls the cover slightly off-center when closed which can wake up the iPad.
I don't know if I would have paid full price for this case, but I got it on sale and think it was a good deal.
This case actually met all these requirements. It seems to provide pretty good edge protection, stands up very well, is not overly bulky, automatically puts the iPad to sleep and wakes it with the cover, and has an elastic strap to hold the cover shut. It holds the iPad very securely in a typing position and also fairly well in the more upright viewing position.
Be aware that it does easily double the thickness and weight of the iPad, but given the level of protection it's not that bad. If I could change one thing, I would prefer that the elastic strap ran across the entire back rather than just a corner. Sometimes the corner strap pulls the cover slightly off-center when closed which can wake up the iPad.
I don't know if I would have paid full price for this case, but I got it on sale and think it was a good deal.
My Best Buy number: 2171937994
My Best Buy number: 2171937994
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![Kingsman: The Secret Service [Blu-ray] [2015]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/2700/2700041_sa.jpg)
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Fun movie, but be aware there are some pretty graphic scenes of violence. Not for kids!
My Best Buy number: 2171937994
My Best Buy number: 2171937994
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View callers' numbers on the handset LCD before you pick up on this dependable trimline phone. 50-number memory lets you store frequently called numbers for quick and easy access to friends and relatives.
Customer Rating
4
Good basic corded phone
on April 21, 2015
Posted by: Anodyne
Verified Purchase:Yes
I just needed a simple corded phone for reliability - cordless phones might not work in a power outage. This one fits the bill just fine, sound quality is fine and it has the display for Caller ID. It does require 4 AA batteries to power the LCD display so pick some up when you buy the phone. Build quality is good but not great, but satisfactory given the low price. I wish the base cradle were heavier and the cord a little longer, but overall a good purchase.
My Best Buy number: 2171937994
My Best Buy number: 2171937994
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This Sony BDPS5200 Blu-ray player features built-in Wi-Fi. To build a complete 3D home theater system, we recommend you purchase a 3D TV, 3D glasses designed for the TV, high-speed HDMI cable and an A/V receiver that is compatible with 3D products.
Posted by: Anodyne
Verified Purchase:Yes
Bought this unit for a secondary TV that had no connectivity. I wanted to be able to stream Netflix, Amazon Prime, VuDu and Crackle. Several things influenced this selection - Generally good reviews (from BestBuy and other online retailers), compact size, ability to stream Amazon Prime (not all of these players do), and familiarity with the interface. I know some folks don't care for the Sony media bar interface, but we've used a PS3 as our media player on our primary TV for years and are used to it.
Overall it's pretty good - It starts up fast and streams content with no problems. It loads Blu-Ray discs very quickly. The remote control works fine although it feels kind of cheap compared to the PS3 media remote. Also, the main media bar screen is kind of fuzzy - almost looks like the menu screen resolution is not set quite right although I've gone through the setup and confirmed the TV signal (720p on this particular TV - maybe it prefers full 1080p?). However, once you load up an app or a disc the picture is clear and sharp - it's only the Sony menu screen that seems fuzzy. The menu response speed is OK; it's not as quick as our PS3, it's more like the built-in apps on a smart TV.
In summary - If all you need is the ability to stream media, I'd go with a Roku 3 (we have a Roku 2 on another TV and it's great!). It's smaller and works smoothly and quickly, more snappily than this player. However, if you also want the ability to play Blu-Ray or DVD discs now and then, a Roku will not suffice and this player will do fine.
Overall it's pretty good - It starts up fast and streams content with no problems. It loads Blu-Ray discs very quickly. The remote control works fine although it feels kind of cheap compared to the PS3 media remote. Also, the main media bar screen is kind of fuzzy - almost looks like the menu screen resolution is not set quite right although I've gone through the setup and confirmed the TV signal (720p on this particular TV - maybe it prefers full 1080p?). However, once you load up an app or a disc the picture is clear and sharp - it's only the Sony menu screen that seems fuzzy. The menu response speed is OK; it's not as quick as our PS3, it's more like the built-in apps on a smart TV.
In summary - If all you need is the ability to stream media, I'd go with a Roku 3 (we have a Roku 2 on another TV and it's great!). It's smaller and works smoothly and quickly, more snappily than this player. However, if you also want the ability to play Blu-Ray or DVD discs now and then, a Roku will not suffice and this player will do fine.
My Best Buy number: 2171937994
My Best Buy number: 2171937994
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Store edited photos, videos, and games on this 3.5-inch Western Digital hard drive. It has dynamic cache for optimizing allocation between reads and writes, and there's plenty of space to store files with its 3TB capacity.
Is this a WD "Blue" drive
No, this is a WD 'Green' drive. It is intended for storage. If you are looking for a primary or boot drive, this is not the best choice. It is designed to 'spin down' after a short period of non-use to conserve power. For a boot drive, look to the WD Black or Blue drives.
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