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Roku 4 Streaming Media Player: Thousands of entertainment options are at your fingertips with this Roku 4 streaming media player. Access free and subscription channels like Netflix, Hulu, HBO Now and Amazon Prime for instant streaming of your favorite TV shows and movies, and search quickly and easily using the voice search function.
Customer Rating
3
Nice, but not worth an upgrade from Roku 3
on August 8, 2016
Posted by: GregE
Verified Purchase:Yes
The Roku 4 is a nice unit, certainly faster than the previous Roku's I've had. To be honest, though, I really don't think there is any significant improvement over prior Roku units, even with a 4K TV.
I have a problem with this unit: if I select 4K TV (or 4K 10 bit TV which mine is) in the settings menu, streaming content (but NOT the interface or menus!) is very light and looks like the brightness is turned up way too high. It's not, though. Other content using the same settings with the same HDMI port looks just fine. I have to select 1080p as my TV in order for the black level to be correct. Everything in my video chain is HDCP 2.2 and my TV's black level is set to Low, so I'm not sure where the problem is. (Setting the TV's black level to High makes the problem even worse.) I am waiting for a response from Roku tech support.
I've also had to do a hard reset of the unit a couple of times since I purchased it since it hung up.
Since my UDHTV does HDR and Dolby vision, and the Roku does not, it really isn't very useful for me other than to access streaming content my UHDTV doesn't have in the Web OS interface, e.g., HBO Go, Showtime Anytime, etc., although these could be accessed through the TV's Web interface as well. The other point is that most UHDTVs will up-convert content to their native UHD resolution anyway.
Overall, I don't think this is really worth the money if you have either a 4K TV that has a Web/streaming interface built in, or if you already have an older Roku, e.g., Roku 3.
My Best Buy number: 2377430947
My Best Buy number: 2377430947
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Choose lifelike pictures and incredible contrast with this LG OLED 4K smart TV. A 64.5-inch screen delivers complete immersion, along with the infinite contrast and extraordinary color accuracy for a home cinema experience. Connect up to the Internet, and enjoy a wide range of programs and apps streamed directly to your LG OLED 4K smart TV.
Customer Rating
5
Phenomenal TV with outstanding service and support
on August 6, 2016
Posted by: GregE
Verified Purchase:Yes
I posted an earlier review (AllHighDef) on this amazing TV. My opinion of this amazing UHDTV hasn't changed since I wrote that review, but I had to exchange the first TV I had due to a subtle problem with vertical banding on the screen. (Extremely subtle, but noticeable to me) . These bars were very faint and really didn't detract from the picture quality. They were probably not noticeable by most people, but they bothered me a bit, so I decided to exchange the first OLED65E6 for another one.
What I really wanted to speak to in this review is the service and support provided by Best Buy and LG during the troubleshooting and exchange process, since I'm guessing that will be a big part of your buying decision and I hope I can shed some light on that with my experience.
I first contacted LG about the problem, and was told that this TV came with VIP service (I didn't pay for any extra level of service). They weren't kidding! The representative kindly asked me to forward some photos of the problem I was having so he could let his techs/engineers see what the issue was. About three business days later, I received an email from the LG rep stating that the problem, although very uncommon in the 2016 OLED's, was seen by the techs. They set up a service call shortly thereafter to have a tech come to my home to see if the screen needed to be replaced. (I never had the service call since I exchanged the TV prior to that -- see below.)
In the time between the events described previously, I happened to be at Best Buy when an LG rep was on site. The manager in Magnolia HT called him over so I could explain my issue. The LG rep was happy to speak with me, listened carefully to the problem, looked at the photos I sent to LG, and promptly recommended I request an exchange of the TV through Best Buy since I was still in my return period. He personally spoke to the Magnolia HT manager and explained the situation and what he advised me to do, and why. I set up and exchange with Magnolia and spoke to no fewer than 3 people, every one of whom seemed bent on having the issue resolved and making me happy with the purchase.
Ultimately, the TV was exchanged and the new TV absolutely perfect. I can't say enough about the level of care, concern, and support on the part of both Best Buy and LG. I've been a long-time Best Buy and LG customer and, in my opinion, their service and support has gotten infinitely better and they seem dedicated to keeping customers happy - and keeping customers.
I hope this helped to inform the 'other side' of your buying decision a bit more.
My Best Buy number: 2377430947
My Best Buy number: 2377430947
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Shield your sensitive files against potential intruders with this SanDisk Extreme 500 portable solid state drive, which offers SecureAccess software to encrypt private files. The drive withstands shock, vibration and extreme temperatures for durability.
Posted by: GregE
Verified Purchase:Yes
I was getting concerned about my 300 Gb USB drive so I purchased this portable, durable SSD. FAST!!! It's so much faster than my USB drive, even connected to older USB ports, it's incredible. Set up is effortless and I haven't had a single problem with it. I haven't taken advantage of the security that comes with it, but it's a great feature.
My Best Buy number: 2377430947
My Best Buy number: 2377430947
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This Insignia™ NS-ACF2A5 wall charger is compatible with most Apple® devices with a Lightning connector and provides 12W of power and a 2.4-amp output for reliable charging. Folding blades make storage and transport easy.
Customer Rating
5
Great charger - no problems, fast
on April 16, 2016
Posted by: GregE
Verified Purchase:Yes
I bought this charger for my wife's iPhone and it's been great (at least according to my wife's reports). No problems at all, and the charger is quick.
My Best Buy number: 2377430947
My Best Buy number: 2377430947
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Keeping track of your home finances, including the mortgage, utility bills, groceries, car loans and other predictable costs, can grow tiresome. When you add the financial burden of operating a home-based business on top of that, you're compounding the problem with profit and expense tracking, tax calculations and countless other financial tasks. Let Quicken Home & Business 2016 take on some of the burden of fiscal responsibility by taking the guesswork out of financial management. This software helps you tackle the day-to-day finances of your business as well as staying on top of your personal fiscal responsibilities. Create Schedule C reports and find potential tax deductions to be prepared for tax time, and see how your business is performing with profit/loss reports. Quicken your accounting tasks, organize your finances and get back to focusing your attention on what matters most.
Customer Rating
2
Definitely NOT for business
on April 16, 2016
Posted by: GregE
Verified Purchase:Yes
I purchased this as a potential alternative to QuickBooks (which I've used before) for my very small business. I was extremely disappointed. It seemed like everything I wanted to do I had to 'shoehorn' into the program. I eventually became so frustrated, I signed up for QuickBooks online (Simple Start). I should have done that in the first place. Not sure how this is for personal finances since I haven't tried it for that purpose yet. But, it's definitely not a good business accounting system, even for a micro business like mine.
My Best Buy number: 2377430947
My Best Buy number: 2377430947
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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![Shooter [Blu-ray] [2007]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/7272/7272053_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
4
Good political thriller/action movie
on March 24, 2016
Posted by: GregE
Verified Purchase:Yes
I liked this movie because it involved a good bit of political intrigue and also had some great action sequences, as well as some clever dialogue.
My Best Buy number: 2377430947
My Best Buy number: 2377430947
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Enemy at the Gates [Blu-ray] [2001]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/7388/7388223_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
5
Excellent psychological thriller
on March 14, 2016
Posted by: GregE
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is a great move if you like psychological thrillers. Very well acted and provided lots of insight into the mental toughness that's needed to conquer someone's Goliath.
My Best Buy number: 2377430947
My Best Buy number: 2377430947
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Defiance [Blu-ray] [2008]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/7444/7444231_sa.jpg)
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5
Excellent psychological thriller
on March 14, 2016
Posted by: GregE
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is a great move if you like psychological thrillers. Very well acted and provided lots of insight into the mental toughness that's needed to conquer someone's Goliath.
My Best Buy number: 2377430947
My Best Buy number: 2377430947
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Cowboys & Aliens [Extended Edition] [Rated/Unrated] [2 Discs] [Includes Digital Copy] [Blu-ray/DVD] [2011]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/3869/3869536_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
4
Loved this - not at all what I though it would be!
on March 14, 2016
Posted by: GregE
Verified Purchase:Yes
This was one of those movies that, when I read the title, I rolled my eyes and knew I'd hate it. I was so wrong!! This was a very good movie! I really enjoyed it: action, drama, suspense. Good stuff. I think it's worth a look.
My Best Buy number: 2377430947
My Best Buy number: 2377430947
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Man on Fire [Blu-ray] [2004]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/4322/4322000_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
5
This is one to see! Great characters, good story.
on December 29, 2015
Posted by: GregE
Verified Purchase:Yes
I am a big Denzel Washington fan, and I enjoyed his strong portrayal of Creasey and seeing his character evolve over the course of the film. The main characters were strong as was the overall storyline . Dakota Fanning will win your heart, as she did Creasey's. This is a good one!!
My Best Buy number: 2377430947
My Best Buy number: 2377430947
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