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    December 20, 2013
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LVWasHere's Reviews
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Make immersive, high-resolution audio an integral part of your entertainment with this Sonos Playbar soundbar. Bluetooth connectivity streams your favorite playlist wirelessly from your smart device, while automatic tuning ensures rich, detailed sound anywhere in the room. This Sonos Playbar soundbar lets you connect speakers in different rooms over Wi-Fi.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Excellent Playbar
on April 24, 2015
Posted by: LVWasHere
from Westchester, NY
Does more than other playbars and sounds rather good for what it is. Does it compete with my Home Theater system, no, but it's hands down better than the build in TV speakers and fills the bed room with quality music and sound from my Amazon Fire TV. Worth every penny.
My Best Buy number: 0558435019
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Philips hue A19 426353 Starter Kit: Experience home lighting in a new way by adjusting colors, timers, alerts and more from your phone. The bulbs and bridge work with your Wi-Fi to let you create mood-setting color schemes, enjoy perfect reading light, or maintain an automatic schedule while you're vacationing.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Easy Setup and Extremely Flexible
on January 3, 2014
Posted by: LVWasHere
from Westchester, NY
Once I connected the home to my home network it only took a few moments to download the app and complete the setup process. After the novelty of setting up various colors schemes and alternating effects wore off, it was time to compare them to my other LEDs and incandescent bulbs in the house. They throw off a nice amount of light (on par with a 40 watt incandescent) and when setup with the right color scheme they are very pleasing to the eye. They really shine, no pun intended, as easy additions to a home automation system. I can control them from various apps on my mobile phone, my Harmony remote control, schedules as well via proximity settings. Although a little pricey, they don't fail to perform. Time will tell how this system compares to others that will probably hit the market this year, but I'm extremely happy with my purchase thus far. Highly recommended.
My Best Buy number: 0558435019
What's great about it: Simple setup with great flexibility
What's not so great: Price, but you get what you pay for.
I would recommend this to a friend!
 
Other Best Buy Products I Recommend
Philips - Hue Add-on A19 LED Light Bulb, 40W Equivalent - Multi
4.8 out of 5(243)
 
 
 
INSTEON - Starter Kit - White
4.3 out of 5(40)
 
 
 
Logitech - Harmony Ultimate 15-Device Remote - Black
4.2 out of 5(592)
 
 
 
 
 
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Control up to 15 entertainment devices with this Logitech Harmony Ultimate 915-000201 remote, which features a color touch screen with swipe and tap support for simple operation. The Harmony Hub lets you control hidden A/V components via IR or Bluetooth.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Easy Setup and Extremely Flexible
on January 3, 2014
Posted by: LVWasHere
from Westchester, NY
I've always used Harmony remotes and this one is the best thus far. Their web based configuration was extremely easy (once I found the proper browser plug-ins for my Mac) and syncing the remote after it was configured was rather quick. Screen gestures took a little to get used to, but once mastered it became rather easy to use. I was able to link it to my Insteon hub via an Insteon IRLinc and with a single tap I can control the lights in my living room based on my movie watching activity. All in all a nice solid performer. Highly recommended.
My Best Buy number: 0558435019
What's great about it: Simple setup, compact size, flexibility and ease of use.
What's not so great: Price, but you get what you pay for.
I would recommend this to a friend!
 
Other Best Buy Products I Recommend
Philips - hue A19 Starter Kit - Multi
4.7 out of 5(326)
 
 
 
Philips - Hue Add-on A19 LED Light Bulb, 40W Equivalent - Multi
4.8 out of 5(243)
 
 
 
INSTEON - Starter Kit - White
4.3 out of 5(40)
 
 
 
 
 
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
5
Durability
5 out of 5
5
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Nest Learning Thermostat — 2nd Generation: Meet the Nest Learning Thermostat. It learns from you and your home, programs itself automatically, and helps save energy when you're away. And you can control it using your smartphone, tablet, or laptop. In independent studies, the Nest Thermostat saved an average of 10%–12% on heating bills and 15% on cooling bills. Based on typical energy costs, your Nest Thermostat could pay for itself in less than 2 years. Calculate your savings here.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Simple Setup and Extremely Easy to Use
on January 3, 2014
Posted by: LVWasHere
from Westchester, NY
The Nest Thermostat is exactly what I was looking for. Easy to install, setup and configure. After a week or so it programmed itself and only needed minor manual adjustment afterwards. Everyone in the home can easily make adjustments if necessary and I can monitor settings when away from home. All in all a great and solid product that is extremely easy to use. Highly recommended.
My Best Buy number: 0558435019
What's great about it: Simple setup, compact size and remote monitoring cababilities
What's not so great: Price, but you get what you pay for.
I would recommend this to a friend!
 
Other Best Buy Products I Recommend
Nest - Protect Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (Battery)
 
 
 
Nest - Protect Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (Wired 120V)
 
 
 
INSTEON - Starter Kit - White
4.3 out of 5(40)
 
 
 
 
 
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This INSTEON 2244-224 starter kit includes a hub, which connects to your router and lets you remotely control INSTEON-compatible devices throughout your home, including a compatible incandescent lighting device via the LampLinc 2-pin lamp dimmer module.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Great Entry into Home Automation
on January 3, 2014
Posted by: LVWasHere
from Westchester, NY
If you are interested in home automation, this Insteon starter kit is a great way to dive in. Includes 2 on / off sensors that can be remotely controlled from your mobile phone or set via a schedule. Holiday decorations, lighting for pets (fish, reptiles, etc.), floor lamps, table lamps, etc. have been extremely easy to control thus far. The hub can be configured for remote access via the internet, so you can keep tabs on the system remotely from your mobile phone. There are numerous Insteon devices that you can add to this starter kit, so you aren't handcuffed into a handful of options. Highly recommended.
My Best Buy number: 0558435019
What's great about it: Simple setup, compact size, flexibility and ease of use.
What's not so great: Nothing thus far!
I would recommend this to a friend!
 
Other Best Buy Products I Recommend
Insteon - 8W LED Bulb
4.2 out of 5(13)
 
 
 
INSTEON - Smart Dimmer Switch - White
4.7 out of 5(15)
 
 
 
Insteon - OutletLinc Relay - White
 
 
 
 
 
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This on/off module provides easy control over most standard appliances and incandescent lights when used with select INSTEON controllers (not included). Scene lighting allows you to control multiple lights simultaneously.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Easy Setup and Flexibility
on January 3, 2014
Posted by: LVWasHere
from Westchester, NY
Does exactly what it's supposed to do within a home automation system... turns devices on / off based on a schedule or can be added with additional devices to create a "scene". In order to use this and any other Insteon product you will need their hub or another manufactures compatible hub as the "brains" of the system. You can also download / purchase software to run on a PC or Mac, but that system has to be always on in order for certain schedules and events to occur. I started with an Insteon starter kit and have been expanding ever since.
My Best Buy number: 0558435019
What's great about it: Simple setup, compact size, flexibility and ease of use.
What's not so great: Nothing thus far!
I would recommend this to a friend!
 
Other Best Buy Products I Recommend
INSTEON - Starter Kit - White
4.3 out of 5(40)
 
 
 
Insteon - 8W LED Bulb
4.2 out of 5(13)
 
 
 
Insteon - OutletLinc Relay - White
 
 
 
 
 
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Remotely control the light in your home with this 2672-222 8W LED bulb that features INSTEON technology for linking with compatible INSTEON controllers. The dimmable bulb lets you set the light at an ideal level of brightness.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
LED Light with Added Benifits
on January 3, 2014
Posted by: LVWasHere
from Westchester, NY
The 2700k light emitted from this bulb is pleasing to the eye as it mimics an incandescent pretty well. It's not as bright as a standard 60 watt bulb, but it's not far off. Besides lighting it acts as an Insteon dual band device and it does exactly what it's supposed to do as part of a home automation system. Only negative is a slight hum when close to the bulb; however, if used in overhead fixtures you probably won't notice it, so try one before you splurge on a bunch of these. In order to use this and any other Insteon product you will need their hub or another manufactures compatible hub as the "brains" of the system. You can also download / purchase software to run on a PC or Mac, but that system has to be always on in order for certain schedules and events to occur. I started with an Insteon starter kit and have been expanding ever since.
My Best Buy number: 0558435019
What's great about it: Simple setup with great flexibility
What's not so great: Has a slight hum, but in most overhead fixtures you probably won't hear it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
 
Other Best Buy Products I Recommend
INSTEON - Starter Kit - White
4.3 out of 5(40)
 
 
 
INSTEON - INSTEON-Compatible Wireless Motion Sensor - White
4.1 out of 5(7)
 
 
 
INSTEON - Smart Dimmer Switch - White
4.7 out of 5(15)
 
 
 
 
 
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Improve home security with this Insteon wireless open/close sensor. Magnets help automatically detect when doors and windows are opened, and the sensor alerts you via push notifications, ideal for keeping your family safe from intruders. Compatible with other smart home devices, this Insteon wireless open/close sensor turns on lights, appliances and other devices when activated.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Works Flawlessly
on January 3, 2014
Posted by: LVWasHere
from Westchester, NY
Does exactly what it's supposed to do and has the ability to send txt and or email notifications based on sensing opened / closed events. Can be used to trigger other Insteon products. In order to use this and any other Insteon product you will need their hub or another manufactures compatible hub as the "brains" of the system. You can also download / purchase software to run on a PC or Mac, but that system has to be always on in order for certain schedules and events to occur. I started with an Insteon starter kit and have been expanding ever since.
My Best Buy number: 0558435019
What's great about it: Simple setup, compact size, flexibility and ease of use.
What's not so great: Nothing thus far!
I would recommend this to a friend!
 
Other Best Buy Products I Recommend
INSTEON - Starter Kit - White
4.3 out of 5(40)
 
 
 
INSTEON - INSTEON-Compatible Wireless Motion Sensor - White
4.1 out of 5(7)
 
 
 
Insteon - 8W LED Bulb
4.2 out of 5(13)
 
 
 
 
 
Battery Life
5 out of 5
5
Performance
5 out of 5
5
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Samsung PN51F5300AFXZA Plasma HDTV: This 1080p HDTV is designed for those who want great cinematic performance on a large screen. Wide Color Enhancer Plus helps give older films a boost of color.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Great Picture Quality!!
on January 3, 2014
Posted by: LVWasHere
from Westchester, NY
Internet Connectable?No
This is our 4th Plasma in the 42" and larger size and Samsung never disappoints. If you're looking for great picture quality for a small living room or bonus room, then this TV should be on the top of your list to compare to other similarly priced models. Sure it doesn't have 3D, sure it's not a "Smart" TV, but if all you're looking for excellent picture quality without breaking the bank, then you've found it. Highly recommended.
My Best Buy number: 0558435019
What's great about it: Great Picture and no Motion Blur
What's not so great: Nothing thus far!
I would recommend this to a friend!
 
Other Best Buy Products I Recommend
Microsoft - Xbox One Console - PRE-OWNED
 
 
 
Sony - PlayStation 4 (500GB) - PRE-OWNED
4.7 out of 5(10,791)
 
 
 
Logitech - Harmony Ultimate 15-Device Remote - Black
4.2 out of 5(592)
 
 
 
 
 
Picture Quality
5 out of 5
5
Sound Quality
4 out of 5
4
Features
4 out of 5
4
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Samsung PN43F4500BFXZA Plasma HDTV: Bring your favorite content into crisp detail with this Samsung plasma HDTV, which features Real Black panel technology for sharp contrast. The 600Hz refresh rate virtually eliminates motion blur for smooth fast-action scenes.
 
Customer Rating
5 out of 5
5
Great Picture!!
on January 3, 2014
Posted by: LVWasHere
from Westchester, NY
Internet Connectable?No
This is our 4th Plasma in the 42" and larger size and Samsung never disappoints. If you're looking for great picture quality for a bedroom or spare room, this TV should be on the top of your list to compare to other similarly priced models. Sure it's not 3D, sure it's not a "Smart" TV, but if all you're looking for excellent picture quality without breaking the bank, then you've found it. Highly recommended.
My Best Buy number: 0558435019
What's great about it: Great Picture and no Motion Blur
What's not so great: WIsh it had more than 2 HDMI inputs
I would recommend this to a friend!
 
Other Best Buy Products I Recommend
Sony - PlayStation 4 (500GB) - PRE-OWNED
4.7 out of 5(10,791)
 
 
 
Microsoft - Xbox One Console - PRE-OWNED
 
 
 
Sonos - PLAY:3 Wireless Speaker for Streaming Music - Negro
4.8 out of 5(2,432)
 
 
 
 
 
Picture Quality
5 out of 5
5
Sound Quality
4 out of 5
4
Features
4 out of 5
4
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