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Turtle Beach Ear Force PX22 Amplified Universal Gaming Headset: Enjoy more freedom and use your universal headset with more than one gaming console. Customize your audio and let it automatically boost online chatting so you hear every sound during your gaming session.
Customer Rating
4
Good sound, but a lot of cables
on March 2, 2016
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
Verified Purchase:Yes
I was looking for a headset that would work with Xbox one, 360, PS3 and PS4. This was as close as I could get, these do not work with Xbox One. These are decent sounding, good not great, and are relatively straight forward to set up. Here are my three complaints. First, there's a lot of wires. Second, and more importantly, not everything you need comes in the box. If you buy this, make sure you do some research to get it set up with your system. For example, Xbox 360 will require Av adapter of you use HDMI. Third, To me, the instructions weren't very clear. I thought it was confusing to set up initially, but once I did figure it out with some trial and error, it was pretty straightforward.
But these are minor complaints that can be solved by a little research and planning and should not prevent you from buying them.
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
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Your household wants to play, stream and work online all at once. With this Linksys router, you can do it all without buffering or other interruptions. Use the Smart Wi-Fi app to get started, control, and monitor your home network from anywhere.
Customer Rating
5
Dead Simple Set Up, Very Fast and Reliable
on February 12, 2016
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
I'm a huge tech person, I stay on top of the latest technology, but I have to say, routers have always been that one area that I can't seem to wrap my head around, which is somewhat backwards because ALL of our technology relies so heavily on Wi-Fi. This review is for the person who needs basic advice in choosing a router. I know the basics of speed (AC faster than N+, N faster than G) and I understand certain features, but that's about it. I think part of the reason is the setup. In days past, you would have to pop a CD into your computer, install some software and then pick a bunch of settings, often times guessing because you didn't understand the terminology. And then if your internet went out, there was always the hope that unplugging everything and plugging it back in would help.
SPEED
In terms of download/upload speeds, I can't really tell you specific numbers and I don't think that really matters. I can tell you I have about 15-20 devices connected to my Wi-Fi at all times (connected home devices, Apple TVs, Logitech remote, 5 game systems, phones, tablets, computers, 4K TV) and in the week since I've been using this router, I've had absolutely no hiccups (I'm using Time Warner Cable, pay for 50 megs, but doubt it gets that high). I mean, I'm streaming 4K content from Amazon Prime and NO buffering. It is truly amazing. I purposely streamed WatchESPN, 4K content on Amazon Prime, Netflix on a tablet and played Xbox Live at the same time and I suffered no slowdowns. While I ONLY did this to see how well the network would hold up, and I would never find our house in a similar situation, it was nonetheless impressive. Again, I can't tell you the engineering behind how it works, I can just tell you it does, and with flying colors.
In terms of download/upload speeds, I can't really tell you specific numbers and I don't think that really matters. I can tell you I have about 15-20 devices connected to my Wi-Fi at all times (connected home devices, Apple TVs, Logitech remote, 5 game systems, phones, tablets, computers, 4K TV) and in the week since I've been using this router, I've had absolutely no hiccups (I'm using Time Warner Cable, pay for 50 megs, but doubt it gets that high). I mean, I'm streaming 4K content from Amazon Prime and NO buffering. It is truly amazing. I purposely streamed WatchESPN, 4K content on Amazon Prime, Netflix on a tablet and played Xbox Live at the same time and I suffered no slowdowns. While I ONLY did this to see how well the network would hold up, and I would never find our house in a similar situation, it was nonetheless impressive. Again, I can't tell you the engineering behind how it works, I can just tell you it does, and with flying colors.
EASE OF USE
If I can give you one reason to buy this router, it is setting it up. NO computer necessary. This is huge. You literally plug it in, make sure you have the included Linksys set up card (with the Wifi passwords that are preinstalled on the router) and your smartphone (only thing in the box is router, three screw in antennas, and the power cord, again, A+ for simplicity). You find your network, and you are automatically taken to set up on the mobile Linksys website. Yes, there are quite a few pages you have to "click" through, but everything is simple enough that my mother could set it up without having to call me. You can choose to set up a Linksys account (highly recommend it) so you can download the app and access your router settings ANYWHERE, not just on your Wi-Fi. There's probably not many times that you'll need to change router settings when not in your house, but I like having the option. You can change settings on your phone without having to get a computer out, log into a specific 192.##.#### (you get the point) website to change any settings. And the app is laid out in a smart way; you can scroll through the options any normal person would use (guest network, shared network HDD, Wi-Fi network names) and the changes are easy to make.
If I can give you one reason to buy this router, it is setting it up. NO computer necessary. This is huge. You literally plug it in, make sure you have the included Linksys set up card (with the Wifi passwords that are preinstalled on the router) and your smartphone (only thing in the box is router, three screw in antennas, and the power cord, again, A+ for simplicity). You find your network, and you are automatically taken to set up on the mobile Linksys website. Yes, there are quite a few pages you have to "click" through, but everything is simple enough that my mother could set it up without having to call me. You can choose to set up a Linksys account (highly recommend it) so you can download the app and access your router settings ANYWHERE, not just on your Wi-Fi. There's probably not many times that you'll need to change router settings when not in your house, but I like having the option. You can change settings on your phone without having to get a computer out, log into a specific 192.##.#### (you get the point) website to change any settings. And the app is laid out in a smart way; you can scroll through the options any normal person would use (guest network, shared network HDD, Wi-Fi network names) and the changes are easy to make.
While I'm certainly impressed with the speed of this router (and it's "multitasking" abilities) what truly impressed me was setting it up. If you need to upgrade your aging router and are intimidated by the difficulties of setting up a router, this one is for you, hands down. You can have it up and running in less than 3 minutes, all on your phone.
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
What's great about it: Speed, ease of set up
What's not so great: It's still a router
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Power your home theater with this Insignia™ NS-SB515 2.1-channel soundbar, which features Bluetooth technology for easy wireless streaming. The 6.5" subwoofer produces quality low-end sound to enhance your favorite films.
Customer Rating
4
Simple soundbar for non techies
on November 20, 2015
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
This is the second sound bar in my house, the other is an LG 2.1 ch 300W sound bar purchased several years ago for bedroom viewing. I am a guy who likes the complex sound only a true surround sound system can deliver. BUT for spare bedrooms, or for the ease and simplicity for my parents (who aren't tech savvy) sound bars are great.
This Insignia sound bar is a great value that I believe best suited for those who either 1) just want simple speakers to replace speakers built in the TV; 2) need something easy to use.
Setup was pretty simple (although the box it comes in is huge, the sound bar and subwoofer are smaller than you'd think and much lighter). The subwoofer is wireless, which is a huge plus. You just need to plug it into the wall outlet and when you turn on the soundbar it connects automatically. The sound bar itself is rather plain looking and one negative is no dialog screen indicating volume, input source, etc. There's just a red light when it's off, blue when it's on. It has an optical cable connection which I prefer to use, but the speaker doesn't come with one. It does come with RCA (red and white) cables as well as an RCA to 3.5 mm jack (headphone size) adapter. I thought this was nice as some older TV's may lack the red and white RCA connection for sound output.
I connected the sound bar to my TV with the RCA cables that were included and used the 3.5mm adapter because my TV had a headphone jack, and quite honestly, if I didn't use the 3.5mm adapter I would probably misplace it. That part was easy. What was a big negative to me was the length of the power cable. I didn't measure it, but I would say the power cable was maybe 3 feet, which really limits placement of the speaker. I had to use an indoor extension cord to get it to the outlet. DEFINITELY something to keep in mind.
The LG soundbar I mentioned, I attached to the wall. It included a wall mounting bracket. The Insignia model doesn't have a bracket, nor does it have any hardware to place on the wall out of the box. Again, something to keep in mind depending on where you put it because a separate bracket allows you more flexibility in where you can hang it; more specifically, it gives you more wiggle room to locate a stud and keep it centered). The Insignia soundbar does, however, have a nice thin cardboard template that you can place on the wall and use to help place the mounting hardware that you purchased separately (I would think some decent drywall anchors would do the trick given how light this sound bar is) but I'm OCD and prefer installing it on a wood stud, and this is another knock because the "holes" on the back of the sound bar where it would hang are obviously "set." So depending on where your TV is (assuming wall mounted) you might just be leaving it up to luck in finding a stud that is in the exact spot as the "holes" on the back of the sound bar. IF YOU INTEND to leave the sound bar on a hard surface in front of or beneath your TV, then this would NOT be a reason NOT to buy it.
It has built in bluetooth, and I connected my phone without any issue. But I would prefer a menu screen on the soundbar itself so I knew if it was going to outsource the sound on my phone or the TV. No big deal, as there's only two options, it's just a convenience thing.
Lastly, sound quality. This sound bar sounds average. Again, I prefer true 7.1 surround sound speakers, so you are going to take a hit in quality when using ANY sound bar. But there are better sounding sound bars out there. It gets plenty loud and the bass has some good punch in it, but the mids don't quite get there and the sound can be hollow depending on what you're watching. Imagine the quailty of the speakers built into your TV, this sound bar essentially takes that quality and makes it louder, with a dedicated subwoofer to provide some punch.
To wind it up, if you need a simple sound bar, this is an extremely great value. The wireless subwoofer is a great touch as it allows you the freedom to put it anywhere in the room and not have to worry about connecting a cable to it. It is simple to set up (I mean physically connect) so I recommend it for those people wanting better sound than the speakers built into their TV but need something simple to install. It is idiot proof in that regard as there are only two inputs in the back (RCA and digital optical cable). The remote is very cheap feeling, but it works great (it includes a battery, and it uses a watch battery). I was able to use the actual TV remote to adjust the volume so I didn't use the included remote much. I liked that because the volume level was displayed on the TV screen. If you are listening to music via bluetooth, there's no volume indicator (because there's no screen) which was a slight knock in my opinion. I didn't like the limitations regarding putting it on the wall, but the included template would be a big help in placing it on the wall. And keep in mind the length of the power cable for the soundbar and your nearest outlet. Without an extension cord I was unable to put it underneath my TV.
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
What's great about it: Price, ease to set up
What's not so great: Sound seems hollow, very bland appearance
I would recommend this to a friend!
Other Best Buy Products I Recommend
LG - 2.1-Channel Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer - Black
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This Microsoft Surface F6U-00011 adapter features male Mini DisplayPort and female HDMI connectors, so you can easily link your Microsoft Surface Pro or Surface Pro 2 to most HDMI-compatible displays.
Customer Rating
5
Does what it is intended to do
on November 9, 2015
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
Verified Purchase:Yes
I use my Microsoft Surface 1 laptop a lot to give presentations. I prefer using the Microsoft Wireless Adapter, but I'd say it only works about 70% of the time. That 30% is when this adapter comes into play. While it is my backup, it works 100% of the time. I've used it in TVs, computer monitors, and projectors. Again, it works.every.time.
I will note that it also works flawlessly on my 2012 MacBook Pro.
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
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Easily print vivid color documents, reports and letters. You get a great value when you choose a high-capacity cartridge designed for frequent printing. This Original HP ink cartridge is designed to deliver user-friendly features, including technology that lets you finish printing a critical job even when you're low on a specific ink.
Customer Rating
4
Good, but not great
on November 9, 2015
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
Verified Purchase:Yes
As with all inkjet cartridges, they don't last long. They just aren't meant for mass printing. I use my inkjet printer at home sparingly (using it for work) but when I do use it, I need to print in mass quantities and more than once I have been failed by the inconsistent quality of inkjet printing (printing text). As most know, once the ink gets slightly low, you start getting inconsistent black levels in the text. But that is a limitation for inkjets as a whole, not THIS cartridge.
This cartridge is great in that it lasts twice as long as the normal cartridges, but I knocked it down one star because let's be honest, there shouldn't be an XL black printer cartridge and a normal(?) cartridge. The "XL" should be the standard.
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
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Like most gamers, you've amassed a collection of titles — the newest hits you couldn't wait to get your hands on and those old favorites you replay time and time again. Get ready to expand that collection with instant access to a huge library of games spanning multiple consoles, all available for streaming, download and of course, playing with your friends and family. There's never a dull moment with this PlayStation TV System Console, which provides your gateway to a massive selection of games.Explore a world of limitless fun with this PlayStation TV System Console, which allows you to access hundreds of action-packed titles for PS Vita, plus those long-loved favorites for PSP and PlayStation. Relocate during an intense gaming session without skipping a beat with Remote Play, which lets you stream select games from your PlayStation 4 to your PlayStation TV via Wi-Fi. With PlayStation Now capability, you also get access to a variety of streaming PlayStation 3 games. When you're not immersed in the heat of gameplay, download, rent or stream movies, TV shows and music from the PlayStation Store, Music Unlimited and a host of other apps guaranteed to keep you entertained. Plus, there's no hassle — plug-and-play setup makes installation a breeze, and the sleek, compact design makes an attractive addition to your entertainment setup.
Customer Rating
4
Good but needs work
on September 14, 2015
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have PS4 in my living room and wanted to use this to play PS4 in the bedroom. I found this device easy to use (it's amazing how small it is) and set up. It is just like a PS Vita (if you don't have a PS Vita, no worries it's dead simple to navigate). But the issue is lag. My PS4 is connected to internet via ethernet, but Vita is via Wi-Fi. While packaging states you get best connection by connecting both units to ethernet, that just doesn't seem feasible. Depending on the game, the lag is playable, but others it makes them not playable.
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Play games, watch movies and more with this HP Pavilion 23cw 23" LED monitor, which features 1920 x 1080 resolution and IPS technology for clear visuals from a wide variety of vantage points. Enhance+ uses noise reduction to improve image quality.
Customer Rating
5
Fantastic Monitor
on September 14, 2015
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
Verified Purchase:Yes
I plugged my Surface Pro 1 into this and was blown away by the quality and ease of use. Having worked mostly on smaller laptops, I was very impressed with this monitor. Especially the price
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Texas Chainsaw [Includes Digital Copy] [3D] [Blu-ray] [Blu-ray/Blu-ray 3D] [2013]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/8865/8865197_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
3
Good slasher flick
on August 2, 2015
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
Verified Purchase:Yes
This movie is cheesy, but I like it in 3D and it was entertaining. Don't be hoping for an oscar winner here.
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
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![The Amazing Spider-Man 2 [Includes Digital Copy] [3D] [Blu-ray/DVD] [Blu-ray/Blu-ray 3D/DVD] [2014]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/5413/5413019_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
5
Great Spider Man Movie
on August 2, 2015
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
Verified Purchase:Yes
I love Andrew Garfield as Spider Man, and I loved this movie. I bought it in 3D to try out my new Sony 4K TV and loved it. But beware, 3D quality is highly dependent on your equipment.
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
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Take your favorite beverage with you in this 22-oz. bobble Sport 101661 water bottle, which features a tall, slim design that easily accommodates most bike and vehicle cup holders. The tether cap offers a handle to simplify carrying while on the go.
Customer Rating
4
Good water bottle
on August 2, 2015
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
Verified Purchase:Yes
Bought this because i needed to hit a certain threshold, so it was an impulse buy, but I like the water bottle and the filter. Only complaint is no insulation, so water gets hot fast.
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
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Meet the unrivaled, everyday noise canceling headphone for people who want to keep it simple. Hesh ANC is engineered with just the right amount of added features to make your life a little easier without a lot of additional technology that you might not need.
Do these headphones have a mute button and how long is the battery life if using for office calls?
I don't think there's a dedicated "mute" button on the headphones, I didn't find one, so it will need to be controlled from your phone. I never measured battery life for calls, but I've used them for calls (they sound good) and listened to hours of music over the course of a couple of weeks (of and on, not every single day) before having to recharge them. I feel pretty confident you could go a full day of calls without the battery dying.
3 years, 4 months ago
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Easily shoot, print, edit, and stick photos, with the IVY CLIQ+2. Capture every moment with the Canon IVY CLIQ+2 — an easy to use Instant Camera Printer that is portable so you can take it with you! Instantly shoot and print 2”x3” photos and place them almost anywhere thanks to a peel and stick backing. You can take the perfect selfies with a Large Selfie Mirror and 8 LED Ring Light. Plus, you can connect your mobile device to the Canon Mini Print App1 to print photos from your camera roll and add filters, effects, emojis and more!
Does it automatically print a picture you take? Or can you chose which photos to print and which to just keep in your usb memory?
Yes it prints immediately. I believe, but am not 100% certain, that if you have a microSD card inserted, it will save a digital copy of the picture you take (and print)
3 years, 7 months ago
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The Ninja brand has been a leader in kitchen appliances delivering innovative products for decades. Now introducing the Ninja Professional Plus Food Processor—make food prep easier with its power, intelligence, and versatility. The 1000-peak-watt motor and preset programs chop veggies, shred cheese, and make smooth sauces and cookie dough from scratch—all at the touch of a button.
is there a storage container for the blades with this one or separate?
Unfortunately, there's no storage for the attachments which is a bummer. Obviously there's space in the container for one (where I keep the sharp chopping attachment) and I keep the shredding/slicing disc in a cardboard container that it came with for the packaging.
3 years, 9 months ago
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The Ninja brand has been a leader in kitchen appliances delivering innovative products for decades. Now introducing the Ninja Professional Plus Food Processor—make food prep easier with its power, intelligence, and versatility. The 1000-peak-watt motor and preset programs chop veggies, shred cheese, and make smooth sauces and cookie dough from scratch—all at the touch of a button.
Can I use this to cut together flour and butter?
Yes you can, with the "dough" attachment that's included
3 years, 9 months ago
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Use the Google Smart Light Starter Kit to control the lights using just your voice. Set up in a snap: just plug in Google Home Mini, screw in the GE C-Life smart light bulb, and download the Google Home app to get started. Then just say "Hey Google" to dim, brighten, turn on and turn off the lights."
Can I use this to turn off my lights while I am away from home? Also, do I get the starter kit and then multiple bulbs or do I need to get a box thing for each room? Thanks so much
Yes, you can turn off your lights from your phone (via Google Home app) when you are away from home. You don't need this starter kit per room unless you want multiple Google Home minis throughout your home (I have several) but obviously the number of smart bulbs (should you want them) will outweigh the number of Google Home minis you need. In other words, one Google Home mini could control all of the smart bulbs you have in your house. You would just need to be within earshot of that one mini when asking Google to turn lights on and off. For me, I keep one Google Home on each floor of my house
5 years, 6 months ago
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Handle storage demands with this Western Digital SATA solid-state drive. Its 560MB/s read speed and 530MB/s write speed are suitable for intensive applications, and its 2.5-inch form factor fits most desktops and laptops. The solid-state drive has no moving parts, making the drive resistant to shock to protect your data. Includes the WD SSD Dashboard to keep track of the drive's status.
Would this work for a Mac Mini? 2014 and newer??? Or a an older MacBook Pro 13 inch. 2011 version I believe.
Yes, I put it in my 2012 Macbook Pro without any issues. Substantially improved the performance
5 years, 9 months ago
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Handle storage demands with this Western Digital SATA solid-state drive. Its 560MB/s read speed and 530MB/s write speed are suitable for intensive applications, and its 2.5-inch form factor fits most desktops and laptops. The solid-state drive has no moving parts, making the drive resistant to shock to protect your data. Includes the WD SSD Dashboard to keep track of the drive's status.
Does this ssd works on MacBook Pro
Yes, I installed it in my 2012 Macbook Pro. I would find a SATA cable, plug it in to your Macbook and clone your existing HDD, use a small Phllips Head screw driver to remove the bottom plate, unscrew the mounting bracket, insert the pegs from your old HDD to the new SSD using a torx screw (very small) and put the plate back on and that's it. Very simple and painless process
5 years, 9 months ago
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Improve your viewing of local TV channels with this indoor Mohu Arc TV antenna. Its multidirectional range captures clear broadcast signals within its 40-mile radius, and its plug-and-play operation provides a convenient enhanced TV setup next to your TV or hang on the wall. This Mohu Arc TV antenna is compatible with HDTV units, letting you enjoy the full quality of Full HD and Ultra HD over-the-air programs.
Will it connect to tv with hdmi input only?
No, it connects via coaxial cable
6 years, 5 months ago
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Get the perfect angle for your Arlo security cameras. Easily adjustable mount provides 360 degree swivel and 90 degrees of tilt for the Arlo cameras. It's easy to Quick Start and adjust the camera position for indoor, outdoor, wall and ceiling mounting.
Does it rotate or move?
The base itself doesn't rotate as it is secured to wherever you put it, but the end of the mount (where the screw thread is located) swivels 360 degrees adding a lot flexibility to your placement options.
7 years ago
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This Logitech Harmony 915-000194 smart control lets you use your compatible Apple® iPhone®, iPod® touch or iPad® or Android device to control up to 8 components for simple, multifunction use.
Does this remote work with Xbox one?
Yes, sort of, depending on what your asking. The remote itself doesn't control anything but commands to the Logitech Home. But yes, the Logitech Home does turn on my Xbox One S. I've controlled a Blu-Ray before but must admit I haven't tried to navigate the console menu.
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