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Samsung Gear S2 Smartwatch: Stay connected even when you're away from your phone with this smartwatch, which receives texts, e-mails and notifications and features S Health and Nike+ Running integration to track your health and fitness. The 1.2" Super AMOLED touch screen makes it easy to navigate apps and Web pages.
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4
Sound choice, especially with Samsung ecosystem
on February 29, 2016
Posted by: techhead
Verified Purchase:Yes
First off, whatever I buy, it comes in pairs because I get one for myself and my wife since she likes the same thing lol. Anyhow, we both had 1st Gen Moto 360's. We did kind of miss some features like the charging dock nightstand clock mode, and the superb voice speech system with Android Wear, but we quickly got over those features. The lack of those features or them working well as well a few other small things keep this from being a 5 star watch.
Durability? Both me and my wife Kickbox at an MMA and UFC gym (900+ calories burned in 1 hour), so we do HARDCORE Kickboxing. We've never had our bands to break, scratches, or anything, gloves on or off, and I've banged my watch on car parts, PC equipment, walls, and etc, and it looks brand new. You can't go wrong here if durability is a concern.
Speaking of fitness, the S Health integration is just as good as Apple's, if not better, and it works for any type of fitness sport you do, not just running like the Moto Sport. If fitness tracking is a priority, get this watch! No regrets! Way way way way way better than Android Wear!
Samsung pay is a GAME CHANGER! You can use Samsung Pay at EVERY terminal except insertion terminals (like Gas Station Pumps and ATM machines). You don't have to guess which store has an NFC terminal, or if you leave your wallet or purse at home, you can still pay for things and is way more secure than the card chip tech out now. You can only currently use NFC on the watch, but this is just an app update away. The convenience of paying with your watch and/or your phone can't be beat!
The Gear S2's UI (user interface) is much more intuitive and streamline than Android Wear....the swiping all over the place for basic functions gets old, especially when you're in a rush. The rotating bezel touch screen combo more than makes up for the lack of voice functions from a daily use perspective. We don't really use the S Voice features because they do work, but it's annoying to get things correct. I'd just much rather grab my phone and text or use the keyboard texting app on the watch. If voice functions are a must (hands free operation), then I would suggest getting an Android Wear (or Apple Watch if you have an iPhone and etc).
The watch imo actually looks cleaner and feels as such than the Moto 360, even the Moto 360 2nd Gen, especially if you get the Classic with the leather bands....this is coming from a previous Moto 360 owner too which I still have great love for Motos! For a Sport Smart Watch, this is hard to argue against since it looks both sporty and classy, and it isn't a lint magnet like the Moto 360 Sport Band. It's easily on par if not better looking that the Apple Sport Watch, but again, looks are subjective.
The Screen is AWESOME! Super AMOLED kills Android Wear hands down, it's just beautiful! I am a power user, and keep my screen brightness on 6 out of 10. I am never below 55% (but usually at 70 something percent) by 10pm-midnight no matter how hard I try to drain the battery and I start my days at 4am, so for you normal 6-9am risers, you can easily go 2 days without a charge. I dock it at night anyhow, but it's just good to know.
You can make calls and talk on it if you get the 3G version from your phone carrier, but I think this feature is silly except for maybe having to catch a call in the shower or something, but honestly, I just use my Jawbone for those situations and no one knows I'm in the shower due to the excellent noise cancellation lol. If you HAVE to have this feature, this and the Apple Watch are your only current choices.
This watch does have flaws (lack of many app choices, voice speech doesn't work well, etc), just like ALL OF THEM HONESTLY. You will gain some things with one brand smart watch while loosing some to others. It all depends on your wants and needs. We are happy with our switch, and honestly probably won't go back. Just Google search for any more info on this watch vs others.
My Best Buy number: 0963824187
My Best Buy number: 0963824187
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Pixels [3D] [Blu-ray] [2 Discs] [Blu-ray/Blu-ray 3D] [2015]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/9600/9600597_sa.jpg)
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First off, this is a solid buy, especially if you are a gamer and/or like like and grew up with the classic Atari and Nintendo games. You will enjoy this movie if that's you. It's also safe for kids. There's also an interactive Pixel app where you can help shoot enemies and etc at certain parts of the movie.
The 3D is pretty good, and definitely pops out at you (which I like), I just wish they added a little more popping 3D. I'm a 3D junkie, so the more that really pops, the better. With that said, you can't go wrong with the 3D, so PLEASE don't let my comment about wanting more turn you away. You'll enjoy buying this movie in 3D!
My Best Buy number: 0963824187
My Best Buy number: 0963824187
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Motorola Moto 360 Smartwatch: Stay connected with this convenient smartwatch, which features a 1.56" LCD touch screen that displays alerts from your compatible Android device. Easily pair your device using the Bluetooth 4.0 interface.
Customer Rating
5
Best smart watch now and later!
on January 27, 2015
Posted by: techhead
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is the best smart watch on the market now and months to come, hands down. Unless you're a die hard Apple or Samsung fan, if you have an Android phone, get this!
PRICE: The Moto 360 can be had for $249. If this sounds expensive, put this into perspective: The older smart watches will cost you at least $149-199 (without any special discounts, deals, trades, and etc) and the new Samsung Gear S costs $349. The Apple watches WILL START at $349 when they come out and go up to $600 as things currently stand. Hopefully you get my drift!
STYLING: Head-turner, head-turner, head-turner! Due to the round face, it turns heads every time, especially when people realize it's a smart watch on your wrist! You can change the watch faces on the fly and the majority of them are free! You'll blow your friends and family's minds when you change the look of your screen immediately. There are plenty of free screens for everyone! If you use the voice commands, it will REALLY make them drool! The styling will fool some people into thinking it's just an expensive regular watch until the screen lights up. All the other smart watches on the market except for the LG G Watch R are square watches, including the Apple Watch when it gets here and the new Samsung Gear S. This is as close to a real watch as you can get. Also, unlike the Gear S and Apple watches, you can switch bands out to ANY standard watch band, and you have bumper cases (pictured) and skins to protect and style your watch with. The light sensor bar doesn't even bother you like some reviewers said it would. I've never had an issue viewing my screen in any light setting as well. Don't be swayed by these harsh magazine reviews pointing out the Moto's flaws, it just won't bother most users in reality.
FITNESS: Why spend $100+ on a fitness band and etc when this watch has everything you need in it. Walking, running, biking, gym, etc, etc, it has it covered. You can even use Google Maps through this, with turn by turn vibrating alerts for walking/driving, and etc. The vibrating direction change alerts REALLY help when you are not paying attention or want to zone out yet be notified of direction changes. Google Fit has me not missing my Samsung S Health App and etc (and I almost didn't buy this watch for that reason alone), and you can monitor your heart rate on the fly and it's pretty accurate when worn correctly at that. You also have Nike and a few other health apps.
FUNCTIONALITY: It takes a few minutes to get used to the UI (user interface), but you'll quickly jump right in. The vibrating alerts are just right and can be customized and muted as well. It's very easy to use and you can dismiss the notifications from piling up on your phone through you watch. The voice has some flaws (what doesn't??), but works fairly well for the most part. This comes in handy when your hands are full and you need to do commands through your watch. It's a developer's watch, so you can tweak and edit things that you could only dream of doing on other smart watches. The processors are older tech, but honestly, I have yet to encounter any lagging and etc that bothers you.
Everything has it's flaws, no matter what it is and how much it costs. This device has very few. It's worth every penny, trust me!
My Best Buy number: 0963824187
My Best Buy number: 0963824187
I would recommend this to a friend!
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HP 15-f004dx Laptop: This laptop packs the features you need for basic multitasking into a sleek, thin design. With cloud support, plus 3 USB ports and a built-in media reader, you'll be able to easily access your photos, documents and files wherever you are.
Customer Rating
4
Unbeatable laptop for the price
on January 27, 2015
Posted by: techhead
Verified Purchase:Yes
This laptop works wonders for the price, and many people compliment the looks of it when me or my wife uses it. They say it looks more expensive that it actually costs. Anyhow, the performance is very stable and smooth for it's specs, and it handles almost everything you can throw at it without hiccups. Sure, this laptop doesn't have the most RAM and etc, but for the price it can't be beat. At first, the mouse pad was annoying, but once you get used to it, you will really like the one touch double click feature on the left side of the mouse pad area. You never really have to actually click the buttons to right or left click anything!
The viewing screen is PLENTY large for most situations, it's actually light for its size, and the keys don't make your fingers hurt when typing for long periods of time, although they could be a little more responsive as I usually have to press certain keys over again, but in all fairness, this may be due to it's newness of the laptop. The full numerical keypad is a plus for any "numbers" and "business" types. Overall, this is a sure buy if you need the cheapest laptop available with reliability, styling, and etc to get the job done. The main reason why I won't give it 5 stars is because I wish it had more processing power for heavier duty use, but again in all fairness, they do have other (more expensive) HP models for this type of use.
My Best Buy number: 0963824187
My Best Buy number: 0963824187
I would recommend this to a friend!
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