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Samsung 3 Chromebook: Get compact power with this Samsung Chromebook laptop. Its 11.6-inch HD display provides clear graphics with anti-reflective technology, and its 4GB of RAM and Intel Celeron processor keep multitasking operations moving smoothly. This Samsung Chromebook laptop includes a 720-pixel camera and a 32GB flash drive to store documents, photos and programs.
Customer Rating
4
It's a chromebook... Limited but works.
on September 8, 2017
Posted by: Greg
from Hartland, WI
Verified Purchase:Yes
This Chromebook was purchased for my daughter to use at school because it was actually significantly less expensive than a tablet device. In the end, it is a Chromebook, which means it is pretty limited in terms of what you can do with it. Her school uses Google apps and Google classroom... Essentially this device is an internet-access, school work only device for her. It is definitely not meant to replace a full-blown computer or laptop. Given that it is a Chromebook, it has good battery life, is light weight, and is actually pretty robust (able to withstand a certain amount of abuse) for a 10 year-old.
My Best Buy number: 0315024340
My Best Buy number: 0315024340
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Only @ Best Buy Tune into free HDTV with this ultra-thin antenna. It receives 1080i and 720p HDTV signals thanks to its built-in UHF and VHF antennas, and a 5.5-foot coaxial cable lets you plug it straight into the back of your TV. Get the best signal by placing this ultra-thin antenna on a wall or standing it on your TV.
Customer Rating
3
Just okay... Not great.
on August 18, 2017
Posted by: Greg
from Hartland, WI
Verified Purchase:Yes
This antenna works relatively well, although if it is not mounted in a window with a line of sight to your area broadcast towers, it may have difficulty receiving some channels. I am about 25 miles from my local television broadcast towers and, when installed in my bedroom (interior wall away from the windows), I was not able to receive several local channels. I eventually installed an amplified external antenna (for only a few dollars more) and have been much, much happier with that setup. If you are not inclined to install an external antenna and you are rather close to your broadcast antennas, this particular antenna may work well for you. If you are out in the suburbs like I am, though, you may not be happy with its performance. (I do not believe that shortcoming is unique with just this model. I suspect any internal antenna will suffer in comparison to an external option.)
My Best Buy number: 0315024340
My Best Buy number: 0315024340
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Enjoy rapid Internet connectivity with this ARRIS SURFboard SBG6900-AC cable modem and Wi-Fi router, which feature download speeds up to 686 Mbps and Wireless-AC technology with Wi-Fi speeds up to 1900 Mbps.
Customer Rating
5
Great combination modem and router.
on August 18, 2017
Posted by: Greg
from Hartland, WI
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have a rather large house, this item is in my basement, and I have no problems with signal strength in the house, regardless of where I am. Also includes two radios (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz). I like having a single device as a combination cable modem, router (which manages over 24 hardwired ethernet ports, plus at least a dozen wireless devices), and wireless access point. I did have an issue with initial setup, but that was because the cable company kept initializing the device as a bridge only, not a router. Once I finally spoke with the right person, they finally found the error on their end and things have been working fabulously since them. Previous to this, I was using U-Verse and the wireless access point they had. I was not happy with it as I would lose my internet every so often. No such problems with this unit!
My Best Buy number: 0315024340
My Best Buy number: 0315024340
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Only @ Best BuyConnect 2 coaxial cables with these Rocketfish™ RF-G1310 couplers that feature a 24K gold-plated design for corrosion resistance and reliable signal transfer. The 5 - 2050MHz frequency range enables use with a wide range of signal types.
Customer Rating
4
Work as Advertised
on August 18, 2017
Posted by: Greg
from Hartland, WI
Verified Purchase:Yes
These are coaxial cable couplers... Not too much to say about them as they either work or they don't. These particular items worked just as advertised. Picture quality is just fine. The only knock would be that I believe there are less expensive options available through home improvement stores. With that being said, as I only needed a couple of these and I was already at Best Buy, the convenience was worth any extra premium.
My Best Buy number: 0315024340
My Best Buy number: 0315024340
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Introducing wireless AirPods. Just take them out and they're ready to use with all your Apple devices¹. Put them in your ears and they connect instantly. Speak into them and your voice sounds clear. Simplicity and technology, together like never before. The result is completely magical.
Customer Rating
4
Some great features, but not perfect.
on July 21, 2017
Posted by: Greg
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is actually a pretty tough review to write because I am still not quite sure how I feel about these AirPods. The inclusion of Apple's W1 wireless chip makes the syncing of these AirPods with my other Apple devices a breeze. Completely wireless is great as well. No cords to my device, nor do I have to worry about a cord between the two AirPods. Finally... True freedom! The also can integrate with Siri and you can use them in conjunction with your iPhone to both listen and talk. Pretty cool. They also sit securely in the ears... No worries about them falling out. For the price, I would also challenge you to find a comparable pair of wireless headphones that provides the same features. I am not familiar with anything on the market that is quite like the Apple AirPods. They are truly a unique product at a reasonable price (considering what wireless headphones sell for).
Those are the positives. Now, some of the reasons why I'm still not sold (so to speak, considering I already purchased a pair)...
Apple advertises over 24 hours of music, but there's a caveat. The AirPods themselves hold about a 5 hour charge. You then need to recharge them in the included case and the case holds enough "juice" for about 24 hours (or so I'm told; I have not tested this myself). I have a pair of Powerbeats 3 and am used to 12 hours of wireless playback without a charge. I have to charge these at least twice as frequently. On a long flight, better make sure your case is fully charged and be prepared to go a little bit without your AirPods while they charge up. Apple states 15 minutes of charging in the case will give you three hours of battery life, so it's not too bad, but still something to consider. The case itself is also pretty small, so no problem traveling with it. I suspect the AirPods and the case also use magnets as the AirPods seem to magnetically "pop" into the case. Very elegant and nice design overall as far as that is concerned. This did create an issue for me, though, as I have short, fat, "sausage" (as my life likes to call them) fingers. On more than one occasion I had trouble getting the headphones out of the case without dropping them.
Ultimately, these are headphones and I use them for the sole purpose of listening to stuff (music, videos, movies, phone calls, etc.) I said before that they stay in the ear, but that doesn't mean they fit well. I found that the sound is not directed down into my ear and, if I want to really "hear" my music, I have to keep my fingers on the AirPods and pivot them so that the sound is directed down into my ear canal. Not very sustainable when jogging or when I need to use my fingers to operate my iPad. My first experience was using these AirPods on an airplane. Even with the volume turned up all the way, the background noise of the airplane was enough to drown out the audio. I had to turn on the closed captioning on my iPad to not miss what was being said in the movie I was watching (unless I physically pushed the AirPods down into my ear, which was horribly annoying and unsustainable). I also found that, after a while of wearing them, they bothered the inside of my ear. That may have had something to do with me pushing them down so I could hear, but that simply underscores the issue. If they're just sitting in the ear, they are not too bad at all, but the volume and quality of the audio is not what I would prefer. I can wear my Powerbeats for hours upon hours without them being uncomfortable. That was not the case with these AirPods.
So, ultimately, the Best Buy rating system asks me if I would recommend these to a friend. I will say yes, but with some caveats. The quality of the audio may be great on paper, but I found that the sound is not directed down into my ear with they way they fit. Maybe that is just me and the nature of my individual anatomy. I suspect some people may try them and find them to be perfect. Unfortunately, the only way to know for sure if you like them and they work for you is to buy them and use them. Have no idea what the return policy is on AirPods, but I am guessing most vendors do not want to try to sell wearable devices that have been in other people's ears. Again, for the money, these are pretty good with some nice features. They are small and, even with the case, are extraordinarily portable (even more so than my Powerbeats 3). Battery life is decent and, with the case, you can be away from an outlet for somewhere around 24 hours (with some quick charging breaks every 3 to 5 hours). Just be aware that, given the unique anatomy of your ears, the audio quality or loudness may not be quite what you were expecting for a headphone that literally nestles into your ear.
These headphones are definitely about average, so I felt they deserved more than 3 stars, yet 4 stars seemed a little high given the audio quality and loudness issues I described above (in addition to the prolonged comfort problems I had while trying to overcome those shortcomings). 3.5 stars would seem about right, although if I had to lean one way or the other, I would say they are closer to "Good" (4 stars) then they are to "Average" (3 stars).
My Best Buy number: 0315024340
My Best Buy number: 0315024340
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Immensely powerful, portable, and capable, the 10.5-inch iPad Pro features a redesigned Retina display that is the most advanced on the planet, while the A10X Fusion chip delivers more power than most PC laptops. ¹ With Apple Pencil, the Smart Keyboard, and iOS—the most advanced mobile operating system—iPad Pro is designed for the world we live in today. ²
Customer Rating
4
Great Device with a Caveat
on July 9, 2017
Posted by: Greg
Verified Purchase:Yes
I replaced a 9.7" iPad Pro with this unit. The specs are all better than my previous version, yet, unless I used them side-by-side, I have not noticed the difference between the two different screen sizes. I thought I would really have noticed a difference given the increased screen size of the new unit, but not really. Aside from the screen size, the other differences are subtle. Faster processor, 120 Hz screen refresh, and I believe the interface now supports USB 3. The upgrades were not as significant as I thought they would be, though. I did double my memory, which was nice, and the option for 512 GB was really tempting. If you already have a 9.7" pro, you may want to compare the two side-by-side to make sure it is worth the upgrade. If you have any other iPad besides a Pro, however, there is a lot to love with this new iPad.
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Capture all the fine detail with this Xbox wireless controller. Extra-comfortable grips and a streamlined design make gaming more the joy than ever before, and powerful wireless connectivity gives you even more range and connects you to Windows 10 PCs and devices. Create the ideal setup with this Xbox wireless controller thanks to custom button mapping.
Customer Rating
4
Finally... Bluetooth!
on July 9, 2017
Posted by: Greg
Verified Purchase:Yes
XBox One controller that has non-proprietary built-in bluetooth. Connected seamlessly with my Mac. Also works with my XBox One. I prefer the design of these controllers to Playstation or other controllers and am thrilled that it now uses bluetooth. The only complaint is that it still uses regular batteries and it is a separate purchase to upgrade to rechargeable batteries (unlike the Playstation Dualshock controllers that have rechargeable batteries built right in to them out of the box). Provide a rechargeable battery and I give this unit 5 stars without giving it a second thought.
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My Best Buy number: 0315024340
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Clean the spaces between your teeth with the Sonicare AirFloss Pro. This interdental cleaner is ideal for people who don't floss often and can be used with water or mouthwash for a thorough clean. The Sonicare AirFloss Pro helps remove plaque and improves gum health to keep your mouth healthy.
Customer Rating
5
Tried Other Options and They Just Weren't the Same
on July 9, 2017
Posted by: Greg
Verified Purchase:Yes
I had one of these units previously and it died after several years worth of use. I purchased a less expensive water pick and it just did not see to clean between my teeth as well as this unit does. Rather than a continuous stream of water, this unit pulses water, which allows for a smaller reservoir while still ensuring there is enough water to clean my entire mouth. I'm hoping this unit lasts a little longer than my last one. Regardless, when it eventually does die, I am sure I will purchase another one.
My Best Buy number: 0315024340
My Best Buy number: 0315024340
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Re-create your favorite chilling scenes with this Five Nights at Freddy's Backstage construction set. This set comes with a backstage scene and assorted spare parts, including heads and an endoskeleton. Compatible with other kits, this versatile Five Nights at Freddy's Backstage construction set makes an excellent addition to your fandom collection.
Customer Rating
3
Generic "Lego" for Five Nights at Freddy's
on July 9, 2017
Posted by: Greg
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have no idea what Five Nights at Freddy's is, but I know my daughter watches it and she also loves Legos. We purchased this set for her. She enjoyed building it, but this set really does not interface well with her other existing Lego sets. Price seemed reasonable for the number of bricks, but the quality is not as good as Lego brand sets.
My Best Buy number: 0315024340
My Best Buy number: 0315024340
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Immensely powerful, portable, and capable, the 10.5-inch iPad Pro features a redesigned Retina display that is the most advanced on the planet, while the A10X Fusion chip delivers more power than most PC laptops. ¹ With Apple Pencil, the Smart Keyboard, and iOS—the most advanced mobile operating system—iPad Pro is designed for the world we live in today. ²
Customer Rating
5
Worth the Upgrade from an Older iPad
on July 9, 2017
Posted by: Greg
Verified Purchase:Yes
Purchased for my daughter to use in school (which has a personal device requirement; she must have a computer or tablet device to use a school). She had an older version of an iPad and this upgrade was well worth it for several reasons. The extra screen real estate from 9.7 to 10.5 inches was nice, even though the overall dimensions of the iPad is about the same. Touch ID is a great feature which makes logging in much simpler and quicker for her. The Pro allows for the use of the Apple Pencil, which she absolutely loves using. It also provides the option for an iPad-powered keyboard (as opposed to a bluetooth keyboard that must be charged separately). The true tone screen with 120 Hz refresh rate is nice, but either are features that my daughter would really notice or care about. Having more memory (256 GB) as opposed to her previous 128 GB is also something she is thrilled with because it gives her the ability to store additional textbooks and movies on the device. Given our family sharing with Apple IDs and our Apple Music subscription, going with anything but an iPad for her was really not an option.
Long story short, she loves her iPad and we are hoping it winds up being a great option for her in school this year (as opposed to a Chromebook).
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My Best Buy number: 0315024340
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Keep your notebook in pristine condition with this SmartShell 13-inch rose pink MacBook Air case. This case, which is engineered to fit your MacBook Air like a polycarbonate glove, has rubber feet on the bottom to keep your laptop steady. This two-part SmartShell 13-inch rose pink MacBook Air case snaps on easily, protecting your valuable notebook against everyday damage.
Will this fit a 13.3 in Mac pro
No. The 13" MacBook Pro is a different design. This case will fit the 13.3" MacBook Air only.
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