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- First reviewMarch 8, 2012
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Automatically track any exercise you do with the Fitbit Blaze in black. This smart fitness watch instantly recognizes when you are exercising with SmartTrack, whether you are cycling, running or jogging, and the GPS tracks where you are in real-time. Get help from the on-screen workouts, and let the Fitbit Blaze in blue track your sleep for optimal health.
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Looks nicer but not as good as Surge
on February 14, 2017
Posted by: MrPHD
from Pasadena
Verified Purchase:Yes
After having the Surge for 2 years, which the band easily wears off, switched to the Blaze. i do like the color screen and now it shows some emojis (which the surge was incapable of). I do notice that the vibration alerts do not always work/or can be felt. Also, turning it on to look at the time is also a bit more difficult. You have to either raise your wrist way above you for it to turn on, or tap it 2-3 times to bring it up. This makes checking the time not so subtle. The Surge always had the time on, even if it was dimly lit.
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Store plenty of files on this Seagate Backup Plus STDR4000100 portable hard drive, which features a 4TB capacity that offers space for pictures, documents and more. The included Seagate Dashboard software lets you automatically back up files.
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4
Tons of space
on February 14, 2017
Posted by: MrPHD
from Pasadena
Verified Purchase:Yes
Tons of space at a low price, would prefer if they didn't use propriety cables, but great for massive backups.
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My Best Buy number: 3306464118
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Sony PlayStation VR:Immerse yourself in a vivid virtual world of gaming with this Sony headset for the PlayStation VR. Its 3D audio technology makes sounds sharper and clearer, while the advanced VR display creates an incredibly lifelike gaming experience. This plug-and-play Sony headset is fully adjustable for optimal comfort, even after wearing it for long periods.
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5
Will change how you watch movies or play games
on February 14, 2017
Posted by: MrPHD
from Pasadena
Verified Purchase:Yes
I wasn't sure I would like this, but after putting it on and watching a BR movie, you feel like you are inside a dark theater - at the perfect center and correct distance from the giant screen - without anyone else - sold me on this.
You can also just play *any* game on a giant screen in addition to the actual PSVR games (which some are really good).
For me, it's worth it just to watch a movie using PSVR, you may never want to go to a theater again.
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Log into your PS4 wirelessly with the PlayStation camera. Its dual wide-angle lenses and four microphones let the device record and recognize users as they sign in, play games and interact. Use the PlayStation camera to log in via face recognition, launch games with voice commands, and navigate and access programs hands-free.
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Required for PSVR
on February 14, 2017
Posted by: MrPHD
from Pasadena
Verified Purchase:Yes
Required for some PSVR applications/games, and wish they would have made a better holder as most TV's are incredibly thing and it is easy to knock the camera off.
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Get into the action of favorite games with this pack of PlayStation Move controllers. A round light provides visual feedback while you play, and the controllers are rechargeable to cut down on battery costs. This two-pack of PlayStation Move controllers pairs easily with the navigation controller for increased excitement on a variety of games.
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4
Required for some VR Games
on February 14, 2017
Posted by: MrPHD
from Pasadena
Verified Purchase:Yes
These are required/recommended for certain VR games, particularly shooters. My only problem with it is it needs to be plugged into a PS3/PS4 via Firewire, but the PS4 only has 2 USB ports which 1 is reserved for the PSVR.
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Fitbit Surge Fitness Watch (Large): Built with GPS tracking and continuous, wrist-based heart rate monitoring, Surge displays real-time workout stats like distance, pace, elevation climbed, and heart rate intensity, so you can make the most of your training.
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4
Amazing Tracker
on November 5, 2015
Posted by: MrPHD
from Pasadena
Verified Purchase:Yes
I bought this so I could glance at texts when pulled over while riding my bike or see who is calling while riding. It does a great job with the calling, but the texting feature isn't all that great. Wasn't able to get the music functions to work but I don't really need them. The monitoring itself is great and I keep it on all the time (except in the showers/water obviously).
Helpful tip: your wrist expands and contracts throughout the day, if you have it really tight around you, it'll be tighter when your wrist expands, and therefore cause skin irritations! I like to keep it 1 notch from being snug, and I'll loosen it when my wrist expands and it becomes snug. Now that I do this, I no longer have any problems with skin irritations, and the HR monitor still works properly.
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Get the Wi-Fi range and speed you need to work and play online. This Linksys router provides advanced wireless security, guest access options, and parental control with Linksys Connect. Plus, you can install the router in 3 easy steps.
Posted by: MrPHD
from Pasadena
Verified Purchase:Yes
Easy to setup, easy to connect to, good range, and inexpensive.
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Protect your office or entertainment equipment with this CyberPower LX1500GU 1500VA battery back-up system, which enables safe shutdown in the event of a power failure and features AVR (Automatic Voltage Regulation) to provide consistent power levels.
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from Pasadena
Verified Purchase:Yes
Nice slimmer UPS (compared to APC) with a digital readout in the front.
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This Rocketfish™ RF-HTS130 surge protector delivers 2100 joules of protection and features 6 outlets to power and safeguard your equipment against power surges. Two USB ports enable charging of compatible devices.
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4
USB + Extra plugs
on November 5, 2015
Posted by: MrPHD
from Pasadena
Verified Purchase:Yes
Great for the USB and extra plugs, the only problem is it can come off easily come off the wall when trying to unplug or if there is movement nearby. They should've left an opening to secure it.
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This webcam features high-definition video calling and still image capture with up to 2.0MP resolution to ensure crisp, clear video and picture quality. The 1-click upload capability allows you to easily share pictures and videos online.
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from Pasadena
Verified Purchase:Yes
Not the top of the line webcam available, but really, it's a webcam, do you really need more than 720p quality?
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Boost computer performance with this Samsung EVO series solid-state drive. Its maximum read and write speeds of 550MB/s and 520MB/s let you speed through data transfers, and the 250GB of storage space leaves room for plenty of files. This Samsung EVO series solid-state drive is compatible with a number of SATA configurations for flexible use.
Would this work with my ASUS G75J1 laptop?
Yes, but if you have the Hybrid drive that is an option with that line of Laptops, you might want to reconsider.
Hybrids will give you more hard drive capacity but also give you that boot on startup. This SSD will give you all around speed, but then you only have 250GB vs 1TB hybrid.
Hybrids will give you more hard drive capacity but also give you that boot on startup. This SSD will give you all around speed, but then you only have 250GB vs 1TB hybrid.
5 years, 11 months ago
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MrPHD
Boost computer performance with this Samsung EVO series solid-state drive. Its maximum read and write speeds of 550MB/s and 520MB/s let you speed through data transfers, and the 250GB of storage space leaves room for plenty of files. This Samsung EVO series solid-state drive is compatible with a number of SATA configurations for flexible use.
NETGEAR AC1200 Mesh WiFi Range Extender boosts your existing WiFi by increasing your range and speed. It compatible with any standard WiFi router to deliver AC1200 dual band WiFi with up to 1200 Mbps. Includes Mesh features Smart Roaming and one WiFi name. Easily connect all your smart home devices to one network, no new WiFi names and passwords needed. Move from room-to-room while streaming video on your mobile device without any interruptions. A Gigabit Ethernet port provides WiFi connectivity to a wired device like Blu-ray players, game consoles, smart TVs or streaming players over your existing WiFi network. Just plug it into any outlet and experience the difference.
I have ATT U verse "Arris - NGV589" internet. Due to size of home service is sketchy will this work to correct that problem?
NETGEAR AC1200 Mesh WiFi Range Extender boosts your existing WiFi by increasing your range and speed. It compatible with any standard WiFi router to deliver AC1200 dual band WiFi with up to 1200 Mbps. Includes Mesh features Smart Roaming and one WiFi name. Easily connect all your smart home devices to one network, no new WiFi names and passwords needed. Move from room-to-room while streaming video on your mobile device without any interruptions. A Gigabit Ethernet port provides WiFi connectivity to a wired device like Blu-ray players, game consoles, smart TVs or streaming players over your existing WiFi network. Just plug it into any outlet and experience the difference.
Will this work with a Verizon Ellipsis Mobile Hotspot, Model MHS800L?
This will work with *any* wifi, regardless of the source.
6 years, 6 months ago
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MrPHD
NETGEAR AC1200 Mesh WiFi Range Extender boosts your existing WiFi by increasing your range and speed. It compatible with any standard WiFi router to deliver AC1200 dual band WiFi with up to 1200 Mbps. Includes Mesh features Smart Roaming and one WiFi name. Easily connect all your smart home devices to one network, no new WiFi names and passwords needed. Move from room-to-room while streaming video on your mobile device without any interruptions. A Gigabit Ethernet port provides WiFi connectivity to a wired device like Blu-ray players, game consoles, smart TVs or streaming players over your existing WiFi network. Just plug it into any outlet and experience the difference.
Will the Netgear AC1200 work with my Netgear N300 Wireless ADSL2+ Modem Router. I want to stream etc, my phone/internet serviceis is century link..
Enjoy crisp, clear sound at every turn with the help of this Vizio 29-inch sound bar. It boasts a sophisticated design that will accentuate your high-definition television, and it's built to work with televisions of all sizes. Experience true Dolby Digital and DTS surround sound with this Vizio 29-inch sound bar.
How can I use my sound bar when using my blu ray player? Thanks
Do you mean how do you play a movie through the soundbar or how do you use the soundbar (to say play music) while the BR is showing something else?
If it's a movie through the soundbar - you plug in the BR player into the soundbar, and the soundbar into the TV.
If you want to watch something while listening to something else on the soundbar, you just change the input on the soundbar.
If it's a movie through the soundbar - you plug in the BR player into the soundbar, and the soundbar into the TV.
If you want to watch something while listening to something else on the soundbar, you just change the input on the soundbar.
7 years, 3 months ago
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Fitbit Charge HR Wireless Heart Rate + Activity Wristband: This heart rate and activity tracking wristband is built to capture your movements and health patterns all day long. Easily monitor your heart rate so you can maximize your workouts, learn about your sleep quality and monitor progress on your goals.
Does the watch display seconds or just hour and minutes?
Hours and minutes only.
8 years, 6 months ago
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MrPHD
Pasadena
Fitbit Charge HR Wireless Heart Rate + Activity Wristband: This heart rate and activity tracking wristband is built to capture your movements and health patterns all day long. Easily monitor your heart rate so you can maximize your workouts, learn about your sleep quality and monitor progress on your goals.
I'm having a hard time deciding which size band I should get. Should band fit snug or loose?
I don't know whether it should fit snug or loose in order for the heart rate to be accurate. I can't find one in any store to try on so I don't know which size to order
Google "Fitbit Sizing Tool' and the first result is a PDF you can print out and match your wrist on to see what size it is.
The Fitbit should be sort of snug - but your wrist expands and contracts throughout the day, so you have to adjust your bad accordingly - otherwise it will cause skin irritations! It took me a while to realize it was because I had it too snug and didn't realize it was getting tighter when my wrist expanded.
The Fitbit should be sort of snug - but your wrist expands and contracts throughout the day, so you have to adjust your bad accordingly - otherwise it will cause skin irritations! It took me a while to realize it was because I had it too snug and didn't realize it was getting tighter when my wrist expanded.
8 years, 6 months ago
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MrPHD
Pasadena
This LifeProof dock adapter features a 30-pin, male-to-female dock connector, so you can easily connect your Apple® iPhone® 4 or 4S in a LifeProof case to most cables or docks. The compact design allows easy portability.
does it just charge it
I want to know if you have to hook it to an iHome or Apple Dock. can you just stick it in? Does it need an outlet? does it work in the car?????
This is simply an adapter specifically designed for LifeProof cases. It does not charge, it simply fits into the connection case - allowing you to connect cables/docks that wouldn't normally fit with the LifeProof case on.
10 years, 1 month ago
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MrPHD
Los Angeles, CA
Upgrade Internal Hard Drive
I have a hp zd8000 laptop running windows xp. I am looking to upgrade to windows 7 but will need to upgrade my internal hard drive space. My laptop currently has a Seagate 4200rpm 60GB ATA 8MB 2.5" internal hard drive. Can this hard drive be upgraded? And if so, how big can I go?
Thank you!
Thank you!
You need to go to HP's website and see what it supports. A quick google search shows websites selling 160GB drives for this particular computer.
However, it's a non-SATA drive(really slow), by the time you factor in the costs of the hard drive (which are not cheap as you have to get older one) and the cost of windows 7, you would probably spend as much upgrading this laptop for the same price of a new laptop, with Windows 7/8 included. Not to mention, Windows 7 will be really slow on this, if it is even possible to take Windows 7 (drivers).
However, it's a non-SATA drive(really slow), by the time you factor in the costs of the hard drive (which are not cheap as you have to get older one) and the cost of windows 7, you would probably spend as much upgrading this laptop for the same price of a new laptop, with Windows 7/8 included. Not to mention, Windows 7 will be really slow on this, if it is even possible to take Windows 7 (drivers).
10 years, 1 month ago
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MrPHD
Los Angeles, CA