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- First reviewJanuary 7, 2012
- Last reviewJuly 24, 2024
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Capture and share special moments with Google Clips. Engineered to recognize faces and expressions, this clever camera automatically takes several-second-long audio-free motion photos, leaving you free to focus on the occasion. Enhanced with Super Res mode, the Google Clips device syncs data with your phone and lets you save any frame as a high-resolution still photo.
Customer Rating
3
Interesting play toy
on June 4, 2018
Posted by: jhancock
from Chicago
This is a very novel concept – let an AI agent seize the moment. It sounds great and may work out that way with extended use. Unfortunately, I found the images to be captured mostly just based on motion. The image quality is not as high as I would have expected from Google for the price. It is unobtrusive, small, lightweight and easy to set up. It seems to be durable. Video but no audio – why? This may be the future when it has matured and is capable of greater things.
My Best Buy number: 2576019394
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Capture action photos with this Polaroid Originals OneStep 2 camera. The lens lets you take clear close-up or faraway pictures, and the integrated flash brightens every image you take. This Polaroid Originals OneStep 2 camera has a timer that lets you quickly get into group shots with friends and family.
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3
Retro Photo - inexpensive camera - expensive fun
on June 4, 2018
Posted by: jhancock
from Chicago
Instant results that you can hand someone. Polaroid déjà vu - for a low-priced camera and high priced prints. This is a retro Polaroid camera modeled after the Polaroid OneStep. The prints look like what I remember the early Polaroid prints to look like. The camera is simple to use. On/off switch, film bay latch, flash off button(must be squeezed while releasing the shutter), shutter release button, exposure slider, an 8 dot LED exposure counter, with a USB port and cable(for charging only). It is bulky but light weight – easy to carry with the neck strap. It uses a slightly wide angle, high-quality plastic lens. Due to the viewfinder, careful framing is required. It drew comments and appreciation from those that saw it and its photos. It falls between the pure instancy of digital and the latency of silver halide in approach.
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Stay aware and immersed in your music with these Sony wireless in-ear headphones. Digital noise cancellation blocks out external chaos while the Ambient Sound Mode lets in the noises you need to hear. These Sony wireless in-ear headphones work with Google Assistant for hands-free research and commands at the gym or on the run.
Customer Rating
5
A sound choice in water resistant - wireless buds
on May 28, 2018
Posted by: jhancock
from Chicago
The WF-SP700Ns have an IPX4 water/dust intrusion rating that protects the earbuds from sweat and moisture, water-resistant (not immersion or heavy stream) in a pair of well-engineered and stylish earbuds. They feature active noise cancellation that can be switched off or to the ambient sound mode, so you can let in outside sound while you're listening to music, news etc. They come with a small pocketable charging case that can give two full charges of about 3 hours each or a 15-minute quick charge that provides up to 70 minutes of listening time. The WF-SP700N has pure highs and solid bass. They have worked well with no dropouts or other problems on multiple devices and OSs - and I live in a high signal noise transmission area. They were very easy to pair using Bluetooth including through NFC. The tips and retainers work well for keeping them in the ear even under erratic motion. Sony has produced very nice, state of the art, truly wireless earbuds.
I would like to see these with longer play time – like 5-8 hours.
I would like to see these with longer play time – like 5-8 hours.
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ASUS Laptop: Experience powerful gaming performance in a slim, compact package with this 15.6-inch ASUS laptop. Its 16GB of DDR4 RAM and Intel Core i7 processor let you multitask between programs, and its GTX 1060 graphics card smoothly renders 3D scenes. This ASUS laptop has a 1TB HDD, 8GB SSHD and 128GB SSD for versatile storage options and fast boot times.
Customer Rating
5
Great for Video Processing & Gaming
on April 30, 2018
Posted by: jhancock
from Chicago
I have had an ASUS ROG 17-inch gaming computer that I got from the Best Buy on Michigan Ave. in Chicago for over 5 years now. I use it as a gaming/video editing laptop. I wanted more power and portability and got the ASUS ROG 15-inch from Best Buy. For this genre, it is both light, slim and attractive. The build and engineering are both quite solid and well implemented. A brushed black aluminum finish with a ROG logo is very attractive. A rigid top body and lower case are made of aluminum, which keeps them from warping. The 5.5lbs weight is light for this class of computer. The keyboard is quite nice and has great ergonomics for gaming. It has RGB LED backlighting that can be synced to music and Aura compatible components. I have had no heat problems. Both the CPU and GPU are upper tier performers. The 120Hz display is good but only uses 72% of the NTSC color gamut. It provides great sound. Battery runtime is adequate for limited unplugged use.
This is a very nice gaming/video editing laptop with great build quality, style and performance.
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Enjoy an immersive audio experience with this Sony portable wireless speaker. Its Live Sound mode optimizes the direction of the music for a three-dimensional party sound, and its Extra Bass technology, built-in effects and flashing lights enhance the atmosphere. This Sony portable wireless speaker's battery provides up to 24 hours of playback for reliable all-day use.
Customer Rating
5
A party in a box!
on April 3, 2018
Posted by: jhancock
from Chicago
An Awesome Portable Wireless BLUETOOTH® Speaker the SRS-XB41EXTRA BASS™️ really kicks! Used with the Sony Music Center and Fiestable apps you can entertain and link with 99 of your friends by creating a Wireless Party Chain. The Bass is very strong, the light show very cool (Line Light, Speaker Light and Flashing Strobe). The ability to control through tapping it is easy. Good looks, long play time, nice design, rugged weatherproof construction and strong sound make this a great party machine.
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Hear the world on your terms by controlling the sound around you. Innovative technologies in Bose Hearphones amplify softer sounds, let you turn down the distractions in noisy environments and focus on what you want to hear.
Customer Rating
5
A symbiotic relationship - hearing aid + earbuds
on March 31, 2018
Posted by: jhancock
from Chicago
The Bose Hearphones have been a great help in loud 3D spaces. With mild hearing loss, I have trouble with voice discrimination and high frequency audio. The Hearphones (I love the name!) help to overcome my issues by letting me control how they react to my environment (I use their app – quite nice). People seem to be used to talking to people with earbuds placed in their ears and seem to ignore the Hearphones allowing for good non distracted communication. The ability to go from external, focused audio to noise cancelled music environments is awesome. They work great and work for a usable amount of time. They are better at music than hearing aids I have tried for music and still help with speech issues. They are typical Bose high quality and they are unobtrusive. As a premium product I think they should include a charger. The packaging makes you feel like you are getting the great product that it is. This is a quality of life enhancer.
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Improve your dental care routine with this Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean electric toothbrush. It has three modes for a customized brushing experience and a pressure sensor to protect your gums from over-brushing. This Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean electric toothbrush has a built-in timer to encourage you to meet the recommended brushing time.
Customer Rating
5
Good Vibrations
on March 25, 2018
Posted by: jhancock
from Chicago
I currently use a Philips Diamond Clean Sonicare toothbrush at home and wanted a second Sonicare to use just for travel. The 6100 is great it for this purpose. One charge has always lasted me through multi-day trips and should handle multi-week trips as well. There are a lot of toothbrushes out there in the market that vary in performance and cost etc. Here are the major reasons I like the 6100. With tens of thousands of brush strokes per minute the cleaning is quite thorough. The small brush head size cleans very well and easily reaches all areas of the mouth and uses a pressure sensor to keep you from damaging your gums. I really like the four brushing periods on the toothbrush which tells you when to switch to a new area for brushing and automatically turns off when the timed brushing experience is over. I am looking forward to trying some of the other brush heads that are available. Nice ergonomics, styling and build quality make for a very nice user experience.
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Make your smart home digitally secure with this Bitdefender BOX 2 cybersecurity hub. It protects your connected home and your family from hackers and privacy intruders. You get complete, multilayered cybersecurity for an unlimited number of internet-connected devices. Bitdefender BOX 2 is 100 percent compatible with your home network and lets you control all your connected devices from a single app.
Customer Rating
5
Great system defender!
on March 14, 2018
Posted by: jhancock
from Chicago
The BOX 2 is great for home and small business application. It provides superior network protection, guarding against IoT, Computer and Mobile attacks. It is managed through a centralized app that includes parental controls. The user is provided with unlimited access to Bitdefender software (requires an annual subscription after the included first year) for deployment on networked wired and wireless devices.
It lacks some router features and has only one available ethernet port for connecting a device if you are using the other port for connecting to a device like a cable modem. I hooked my BOX 2 up to a second router with 8 ports to accommodate local hardwired equipment.
The Bitdefender BOX 2 is an evolution of the original BOX and has a great track record including high ratings for anti-virus. It updates itself and evolves to meet new threats. Nice work!
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Big machine suction power*. But with cord-free versatility. The Dyson Cyclone V10 Absolute cord-free vacuum has a 40% bigger bin than the previous V8 Absolute and up to 40 minutes of fade-free power with the Soft roller cleaner head (in Suction mode I). The new torque drive cleaner head removes more dust from carpets. The soft roller cleaner head removes fine dust and large debris from hard floors. The Dyson Cyclone V10 Absolute cord-free vacuum quickly transforms to a handheld for quick cleanups, spot cleaning and cleaning difficult places.*Suction tested to ASTM F558 at the flexible inlet.BR>
Customer Rating
5
An Awesome, Durable and Light Stick Vacuum
on February 24, 2018
Posted by: jhancock
from Chicago
This Dyson V10 Stick Vacuum Cleaner is another great Dyson product. It has great suction combined with lightweight. It uses a ceramic armature instead of metal to avoid a meltdown or galling due to heat. This lightweight spindle also allows it stops almost immediately when you take your finger off of the trigger. Dyson has also increased the size of the dust bin by 40 percent. This gives you a longer vacuuming session time. The ergonomics are the best I have experienced in a Stick Vac. Great warranty, great quality, lightweight and compact – easy to store using the included wall mount with charger. It comes with a great selection of tools including hard and soft floor heads, crevasse tool etc. It is a great compliment to my full-sized Dyson upright (also from Best Buy).
And it really does suck – AWESOME!!
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Only at Best BuyEnjoy television and movies in stunning clarity with this 60-inch Sharp Smart TV. Its 4K panel resolution delivers a clear, crisp picture, and its three HDMI inputs and one USB input let you connect accessories and stereo receivers. This Sharp Smart TV is Netflix certified for simple, fast streaming of digital content.
Customer Rating
4
4K great image plus sound
on February 24, 2018
Posted by: jhancock
from Chicago
This is a 60-inch Smart TV with 4K resolution. It was easy to install using the included base mounts. it provides a clean, bright picture. it has three HDMI inputs for streaming and one USB port for Cable or hardware such as a DVD. This Smart TV is Netflix certified and is great for every source I tried. I wish it had more USB ports and capabilities. It is very thin, low weight and has a good remote.
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Boost your confidence with this Upright Go 2 posture trainer. Integrated sensors detect when you're slouching to help train your body for better posture in under 14 days. Use the device by itself or sync with the Upright app on Android or iOS. With a portable design, 30-hour battery life and easy-touch adhesive to keep it safely in place, this Upright Go 2 posture trainer is ideal for all-day wear.
Will this device help remind me to hold my shoulders back? Or would a brace be better?
Typically when you sit or stand erect your shoulders are automatically moved away from hunched shoulders. The Upright - GO 2™ Posture Trainer has helped me in this regard.
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Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 deliver everything you expect from Bluetooth headphones – and some things you never imagined possible. It’s no surprise PC Magazine called them “The best active noise cancellation you can buy.” Eleven levels of noise cancellation feature a range of options to choose from. You can totally eliminate distractions or minimize noise cancelling to hear everything around you. Or choose from nine other levels in between. Active noise cancelling technology in Bose Headphones 700 monitors the sounds around you and instantly cancels out unwanted noise to let your music shine through. At the same time, the acoustic space inside the earcups is maximized to give your music depth and detail. With these noise cancelling headphones, it’s not just your music that’s clear, so are your calls. The unrivaled microphone system uses a series of microphones to adapt in real time to noisy and windy environments so voices sound crystal clear on calls. Voice commands are also captured with unprecedented accuracy. The stunning new design of Bose Headphones 700 features a streamlined stainless-steel headband and a lightweight, comfortable fit that’s perfect for all-day listening. With these wireless headphones you get up to 20 hours of battery life and time-based power information per charge. Bose Headphones 700. The wireless headphones everyone is talking about.
I would like to use these headphones with my home theater a/v receiver. Yamaha RX-V685. Will this work?
They should work well with the Yamaha RX-V685 bluetooth.
5 years, 2 months ago
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Winning in business means working smarter. This HP Color LaserJet Pro M479fdw printer is designed to let you focus your time where it's most effective - growing your business and staying ahead of the competition.Prints up to 27 ISO ppm*, up to 27 ISO ppm* in color
Does this printer hook up to a phone line and have a direct fax function? It states 'integrated fax' but I am not sure what that indicates.
The answer is yes (a phone cord RJ11 is included).
5 years, 2 months ago
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Create your own lighting masterpiece with these touch-reactive LED Light Squares that connect together along each side to create any design you choose, whether it's a clever 'smart art' decoration above your sofa or a colourful party wall in the basement rec room. Watch the lights react dynamically to your touch, and Rhythm Scenes make lights dance to your favorite music. Fully customize your Canvas inside the Nanoleaf App, set Schedules to wake up naturally. Easily mount panels onto any flat surface using mounting tape.
Can you connect two starter kits together?
My understanding is yes. although they do have an extension pack that may be what you need to use. I think one power source will power 20 tiles.
5 years, 2 months ago
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The stylish Bose Soundbar 500 speaker is meant to be heard, not seen. Its thin profile fits discreetly under the TV screen, while its powerful acoustics fill the room with sound. And with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant built in, all your favorite music is just an ask away, or use it as a central hub to control your existing smart home devices.
Is the 500 newer than the 300 and can you use with cinematic 15
Store documents and photos digitally with this Brother wireless scanner. Its duplex setting copies both sides of the page in a single pass to save time, and its image optimizing feature improves the quality of the scan. The 2.8-inch touch screen on this Brother wireless scanner lets you configure its settings to your preferences.
Is this scanner a printer also?
No the Epson ES-500WR Wireless Document Scanner only functions as a scanner. - a very capable and fast scanner.
6 years ago
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Complete thorough research with this 11.6-inch Samsung Chromebook. Its Intel Celeron processor and 2GB of RAM let you switch between multiple tasks quickly, and the 16GB of flash memory provides space to store photos and documents. This Samsung Chromebook has two USB ports for connecting peripherals and additional storage drives.
All I want this for is watching Netflix and email will it work for me?
Complete thorough research with this 11.6-inch Samsung Chromebook. Its Intel Celeron processor and 2GB of RAM let you switch between multiple tasks quickly, and the 16GB of flash memory provides space to store photos and documents. This Samsung Chromebook has two USB ports for connecting peripherals and additional storage drives.
Can you expand the ram, if so to what? And can you use external hard drive or optical drive?
16G is listed as max supported memory. I have used it with both an external 8T hard drive and a usb DVD drive.
6 years, 1 month ago
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Complete thorough research with this 11.6-inch Samsung Chromebook. Its Intel Celeron processor and 2GB of RAM let you switch between multiple tasks quickly, and the 16GB of flash memory provides space to store photos and documents. This Samsung Chromebook has two USB ports for connecting peripherals and additional storage drives.
Can I connect a Brothers printer?
It should work with almost any current manufacture printers - It works with a new Brother that I just got.
6 years, 1 month ago
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Play your favorite PC games with this 15.6-inch Lenovo laptop. Its Intel Core i7 processor and 8GB of RAM let you run multiple programs without performance lag, and its 1TB hard drive provides plenty of file storage space. This Lenovo laptop has a powerful NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050Ti graphics card for fast rendering of images and videos.
Is the processor i7-8750H or i5-8300H? I'm confused, best buy says i7-8750H but the lenovo website says i5-8300H. Who do I believe?
Best Buy
https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/processors/core/i7-processors/i7-8750h.html
https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/processors/core/i7-processors/i7-8750h.html
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