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- First reviewJune 30, 2013
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- First review commentNovember 12, 2016
- Last review commentNovember 12, 2016
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Brew delicious coffee your way with this single-serve Ninja Coffee Bar system. It uses any ground coffee while bringing out the best flavor with advanced thermal flavor extraction technology. This versatile Ninja Coffee Bar system has a built-in frother that lets you brew, froth and drink out of one mug.
Customer Rating
4
Overall very good coffee
on September 18, 2016
Posted by: ViperElectric
Overall the Ninja Coffee Bar (single serve) has been a very easy to use coffee maker. The coffee it makes tends to be better than what I have been able to get out of my Keurig machine. The only real drawback is that it takes longer to make coffee than the Keurig. But the fact that the coffee is of better quality and overall it ends up being cheaper because I don't have to buy k-cups or pods makes the extra time worth it in the end. I also like the milk foaming attachment. It works very very well and gives you the option of cold or hot milk foam so it works well. I also like the fact that you can brew specialty brews with just a single button. 2 ounces of very very concentrated coffee make for a very good cappuccino. The only thing that keeps me from giving the Ninja a 5 is that extra time it takes to brew a cup, and the fact that because this is the single serve version of the coffee bar that you have to take that extra time every time you want a cup. There is no real option for a full size carafe anymore.
My Best Buy number: 0557245978
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Connect favorite peripherals to this Acer Aspire laptop. Four USB ports let you connect accessories, transfer files or charge a cellphone while you work, and HDMI outputs make dual-screen functionality possible. Access nearby wireless networks with this Acer Aspire laptop and stream videos or upload your own images captured with the built-in HD webcam.
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After some daily use I have to say this is a really good laptop. The ability to flip the screen all the way over or even just part way over to use it as a stand is more useful than I ever thought it would be.
Pro's:
The laptop is very thin yet still has weight to it as to not seem flimsy or cheap. The hinge for the display looks to be well designed and it provides enough friction to hold the screen at almost any angle without issue. It is nice that the Laptop comes with a USB C port which will work great whenever I finally get some USB C devices. The display is very clear and is view-able at almost any angle unlike a lot of other laptop displays i have seen. It's also very bright which is nice if you use it in a well lit office. Overall build quality seems top notch for a laptop at this level and its nice that it comes with a decent sized 1-TB hard drive.
The laptop is very thin yet still has weight to it as to not seem flimsy or cheap. The hinge for the display looks to be well designed and it provides enough friction to hold the screen at almost any angle without issue. It is nice that the Laptop comes with a USB C port which will work great whenever I finally get some USB C devices. The display is very clear and is view-able at almost any angle unlike a lot of other laptop displays i have seen. It's also very bright which is nice if you use it in a well lit office. Overall build quality seems top notch for a laptop at this level and its nice that it comes with a decent sized 1-TB hard drive.
Cons:
While using this laptop I noticed that the touchpad can be very very touchy. I personally don't mind it but it may drive some other people up the wall. My wife prefers to use a wireless mouse instead of the touch pad because of it. There is not an easily swapable battery pack. Most newer laptops seem to be going to this model so that they can be smaller and thinner but I would have like to have a removable battery that is easy to get to just in case I ever need to change it or if I am on a trip and don't have access to power for charging it would have been nice to have the option to swap out the battery. Also the computer comes pre-loaded as a lot of new computers do with a bunch of stuff that I don't necessarily need or want. It just means that it takes me longer to do initial setup as I have to uninstall the things I don't need. It's nice that office is pre-installed but it is a little annoying in that its really only a 30 day trial if you don't already have an office 365 subscription.
While using this laptop I noticed that the touchpad can be very very touchy. I personally don't mind it but it may drive some other people up the wall. My wife prefers to use a wireless mouse instead of the touch pad because of it. There is not an easily swapable battery pack. Most newer laptops seem to be going to this model so that they can be smaller and thinner but I would have like to have a removable battery that is easy to get to just in case I ever need to change it or if I am on a trip and don't have access to power for charging it would have been nice to have the option to swap out the battery. Also the computer comes pre-loaded as a lot of new computers do with a bunch of stuff that I don't necessarily need or want. It just means that it takes me longer to do initial setup as I have to uninstall the things I don't need. It's nice that office is pre-installed but it is a little annoying in that its really only a 30 day trial if you don't already have an office 365 subscription.
Overview:
Overall I like the laptop. Its one of the better laptops I have used in recent memory and was also one of the easiest to get up and running even with the pre-loaded software that I uninstalled.
Overall I like the laptop. Its one of the better laptops I have used in recent memory and was also one of the easiest to get up and running even with the pre-loaded software that I uninstalled.
My Best Buy number: 0557245978
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With no wires in the way, Bose SoundSport Wireless Sports Earbuds keep you moving with powerful audio. Perfect for exercise and running with a sweat and weather resistant design and StayHear+ tips designed for comfort and stability. The Tile app makes your headphones easy to find if they ever go missing.
Customer Rating
4
Very Comfortable but lacking in low end.
on June 1, 2016
Posted by: ViperElectric
I have never been a really big fan of in the ear headphones, but these Wireless Bose SoundSports are some of the most comfortable in ear headphones I have ever owned. Sound quality is excellent, however I did dock it one star because the low end bass just seems to be lacking. You can hear it but it is lacking the depth that a really good set of headphones should deliver. That said the rest of the sound range is clean and clear and crisp which is impressive for a wireless in ear headphone. They do have a little bit of weight to them which is nice so they don't feel cheap. One other note is the buttons seem a little stiff but for overall life I would say that is not necessarily a bad thing. Overall though I would say this is a very good set of wireless headphones especially if your looking for something comfortable to wear for long periods of activity. Also with the ear pieces, they kind of lock into place in your ears so they do not constantly feel like they are going to fall out.
A note on packaging. This is one of the best packaged pieces of electronics I have seen in a very long time. The box is sturdy the panels are well printed and easy to read and overall the aesthetic of the box and they way everything was packaged was really really good. I am impressed with the amount of effort and time that went into the packaging of these headphones. The look and feel rivals that of any other electronics product packaging I have ever un-boxed. Something about packaging adds to the overall feel of quality that this product brings and it's a nice touch.
My Best Buy number: 0557245978
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Enjoy a compact tablet that fits neatly in your pocket with this Acer Iconia One 8-inch tablet. It includes a quad-core processor and 1GB of RAM that deliver powerful processing to play all your games and apps, and the 16GB of flash memory ensure this Acer Iconia One 8-inch tablet and store your files.
Customer Rating
4
Reactive and quick for a low power tablet
on May 18, 2016
Posted by: ViperElectric
Let me start with this. For the price point this tablet is sold at it is a very decent build quality. The materials feel nice in the hands and the tablet has a little bit of weight to it so it does not feel cheap or flimsy. The body of the tablet does have a little bit of flex to it if you stress it at all but for what your paying for its better than I would normally expect.
With that said overall this tablet seems really nice. It's not top of the line but it also does not feel like its bottom of the barrel either. It is fairly responsive when you want to do stuff and it reacts to simple web browsing and simple games well.
One thing I would like to note that even though this is not a completely stock build of android 5.1 lollipop it is very close in form fit and function, and I love that. There is very very little in the way of bloatware apps and Acer does a great job of staying true to android roots with this tablet. It also looks like Acer uses the standard stock Android interface which is nice because if you have used stock android anywhere else you don't have to do a bunch of searching to find settings or other things in menus that you may be looking for.
Overall I would say if you are looking for a cheap tablet that you don't want to feel overly invested in but still get good performance and a decent looking piece of hardware this is a good place to start. I give it a 4 out of 5 only because I am not a huge fan of the USB port on top of the device and next to a micro SD card slot. Otherwise this is a great tablet.
My Best Buy number: 0557245978
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Your household is busy streaming media, working online, and playing games every day. This Linksys Wi-Fi Router will expand your network coverage, send signals directly to your devices, and deliver a lag-free connection, even when you’re all online at the same time.
Customer Rating
5
Very good wireless and wired router
on May 12, 2016
Posted by: ViperElectric
First I will start with this, this router is big. much larger than any of the previous wireless routers i have ever had. So if your are purchasing a router to fit in a compact space this may not be the right choice.
Now that that is out of the way lets get on with the good stuff. This is one of the best wireless routers I have ever used. It was very easy to set up, the web interface for settings is clean and easily understandable but the device still has plenty of options that a small office systems admin would need for settings. In my home use it is one of the quickest set ups for a wireless network I have ever had. It took maybe 10 minutes from un-boxing to running with an internet connection.
The range on this router is way better than anything else I have had in the past and that is even in an apartment complex with 60+ other routers in range. The tri-band wireless helps to weed out the channels that are noisy to provide a better wireless signal.
The speed with this router has been great. Even with 12 + devices on the wireless at any given time I can still regularly pull speeds that match what I get on my fully wired computer. We currently receive 75 Mbps internet and regularly pull 80+ Mbps on our wired computer when running a speed test. But until this router we could not get the same speed on our wireless devices. With this router that has changed. I can now get the same connection speeds that my wired computer gets on my wireless devices.
One last comment, even with the size of this router it is still a good looking piece of hardware. Unlike some other routers that tend to look odd with strange angles and other odd design features Linksys did there homework and created an aesthetically pleasing device that I don't mind having in my living room or in a place where it is visible.
Overall this is a very good router, the speed the range and the looks all add up to a device that I am glad i have and am able to use.
My Best Buy number: 0557245978
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Prevent dead zones around your home with the help of this Linksys Wi-Fi range extender. It works with all types of Wi-Fi routers, and it uses multi-user MIMO for speed and efficiency. This Linksys Wi-Fi range extender can be used to create a different access point or to extend the field of the router’s connection.
Customer Rating
5
Great extender exceeded my expectations
on May 12, 2016
Posted by: ViperElectric
This range extender has made our wireless life so much better since we installed it. Not only does the device act as a wireless range extender but it can also act as a wireless bridge for those devices that don't have wireless already. When paired with the EA9500 MAX-Stream from Linksys as well it has created a wireless network that we no longer have dead spot in, and we can get the full potential of our 85Mbps internet connection on all of our devices now.
If your looking for a range extender this one should be high on the list of candidates as it functions great and setup was very easy. One of the easiest range extenders I have ever had the pleasure of connecting and configuring. WPS makes the process of configuration very quick on both the 2.4Ghz and 5Ghz bands. Also configurations changes after setup can be made wirelessly without the need to plug into the extender with a cable just to change some settings.
Overall if your in the market to extend the range of your current wireless setup this is a good option.
My Best Buy number: 0557245978
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Managed. Safety. The security and manageability that you expect from Microsoft. BitLocker encrypts your hard drive's data, helping to keep your stuff safe. Install applications and connect with accessories and printers, just like you always have. Join a corporate domain for full access to your work network. Stellar. Performance. Enjoy fast, powerful performance and stunning visuals. The Intel processor was built using the latest technologies, including HD graphics, to deliver with impressive speed and responsiveness.
Customer Rating
5
Great alternative to a tablet
on September 9, 2013
Posted by: ViperElectric
from Knoxville, TN
Verified Purchase:Yes
I returned a previous touchscreen laptop that I had purchased to get this after they dropped the price 100 bucks. It was a good choice. I could not be happier with the Surface Pro. I got the 128 GB version so I would not have to really worry about disk space and I also picked up a 64GB micro SDXC Card to use as a little extra space just in case. As a tablet it is a little heavy over extended use but you get use to it. And as a laptop replacement (it really is a laptop inside anyway) it works great. I would recomend picking up one of the type/touch covers as it helps tremendously if using it at a desk. Best of all the thing boots in about 5 seconds from off to desktop/start screen. Great Product!!
My Best Buy number: 557245978
What's great about it: Pen input, Small, Portable, Boots Fast.
What's not so great: Just a little heavy, Kind of short battery life
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5
Features
5
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HP ENVY TouchSmart m6-k015dx Laptop: A sizable touch screen, lightweight portability and ample storage space make this HP ENVY TouchSmart laptop an excellent choice for college students and on-the-go business professionals.Learn more about the New Windows ›
Posted by: ViperElectric
from Knoxville, TN
The Laptop is one of the best values I have found for the price. The battery life is great, the touchscreen makes windows 8 so much better and the overall build quality is top notch. There are two things that stand out a little, one the screen gets dirty very very easy but I chalk this up to the fact that I'm running my fingers across it all the time. The other issue is the ethernet connection on the laptop. Its not a normal full size connector. It has this spring loaded fold down clip and I cant seem to get a decent connection with it when i try to plug in a cat5 or cat6 cable, but i use wireless most of the time anyway so its not that big of a deal. Other than that its been great. Its hard to find a touch enabled laptop with 8 gigs of ram and the latest generation i series processor for this price. So if your looking for a laptop this is a great choice.
My Best Buy number: 557245978
What's great about it: Touch, Build Quality, Mostly Everything
What's not so great: Smudgy screen, Ethernet plug
I would recommend this to a friend!
Display
5
Performance
5
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Keep your Samsung Galaxy S 4 cell phone safe on the go with this Rocketfish™ RF-SG4HBK hard shell case that features polycarbonate material for reliable protection. The play-through design allows easy access to your phone's open ports and keys.
Posted by: ViperElectric
from Knoxville, TN
Verified Purchase:Yes
I picked this up because it was cheap and it looks Ok on the phone. It has also held up better than I would have expected for a cheap cover like this.
Overall not to bad.
Overall not to bad.
My Best Buy number: 0557245978
My Best Buy number: 0557245978
What's great about it: Priced right
What's not so great: nothing so far
I would recommend this to a friend!
Durability
3
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Safeguard your Samsung Galaxy S 4 mobile phone's display with this ZAGG InvisibleShield HD BHDSAMGALS4S screen protector that features a scratch-resistant design for reliable protection during use. The glass-like surface helps ensure image clarity.
Posted by: ViperElectric
from Knoxville, TN
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have had an invisible shield on all of my phones in the past but i use to have a dealer in the mall put them on. The dealer was forcibly removed from the mall to be replaced by some other company so I had to get this one and put it on myself. I was a little worried at first because i have seen ones that it was very difficult to put on but this was one of the easiest things i have done in a while. And the quality is great as always.
My Best Buy number: 0557245978
My Best Buy number: 0557245978
What's great about it: Clear and easy to install, lifetime Warranty
What's not so great: NA
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy powerful performance with this compact HP Pavilion Wave computer. The Intel i3 processor provides fast data handling, while the 1TB hard drive lets you store plenty of files. This HP Pavilion Wave computer has 8GB of RAM to run the latest applications and four USB ports for connecting multiple accessories.
Overall
2 out of 5
2 out of 5Good for very simple stuff not much more
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I'll be very honest with this one. If you plan on using this computer for anything more than simple word documents and some simple internet use look other places. I would recommend getting the Core i5 version of this computer before you get this one.
Pro's:
Overall design is well thought out. The device is clean and nicely wrapped in a cloth like material that gives is a little bit of room style. I would not mind having this computer sitting next to my TV or even right on my desk as it has a very welcoming look. The sound out of the single speaker on top of the device from the little bit I have used it so far seems really good for such a small setup as well.
Overall design is well thought out. The device is clean and nicely wrapped in a cloth like material that gives is a little bit of room style. I would not mind having this computer sitting next to my TV or even right on my desk as it has a very welcoming look. The sound out of the single speaker on top of the device from the little bit I have used it so far seems really good for such a small setup as well.
Con's
Unfortunately this computer is very very under powered. It is nice that they include 8GB of ram but ram is not everything. This computer tends to start dragging and hiccuping any time you try to do more than one thing. I could not watch a video and surf other web pages without response times being slow and sluggish. The i3 processor is just not up to the game of driving both the monitor and the computer. The i5 version has a dedicated video card and i feel that this version would have benefited from that arrangement as well. But for cost savings i can see why they did not include that.
Unfortunately this computer is very very under powered. It is nice that they include 8GB of ram but ram is not everything. This computer tends to start dragging and hiccuping any time you try to do more than one thing. I could not watch a video and surf other web pages without response times being slow and sluggish. The i3 processor is just not up to the game of driving both the monitor and the computer. The i5 version has a dedicated video card and i feel that this version would have benefited from that arrangement as well. But for cost savings i can see why they did not include that.
I honestly feel that the i3 processor in this computer just is not enough for someone who may use a computer for more than just the occasional word document or email. It chugs in a bad way when you attempt to do anything more. If all you want to do is load a single page and play music over the included speaker then I would say you are ok, but more than that and be warned it will feel really slow.
ViperElectric
November 12, 2016
The i5 variant that is sold by best buy does not you are correct. There is a variant of this computer with an i5 and a amd radion r9 m470 sold by hp sorry for the confusion
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DJI Mini 2 is beginner-friendly, powerful, and well, mini. Impressive performance, stunning image quality, and creative videos are just a few taps away. Explore an entirely new perspective, capturing the moments that make your life truly yours.
Does this have obstacle avoidance technology
No the mini 2 does not have obstacle avoidance tech, you need to be very careful of your surroundings while your flying it so you don't run into things.
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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?
You can connect the panels from two kits together yes, I just don't think you can have two controllers in the same setup so you would need to omit the controller panel from one set. Otherwise, the panels can all be added together.
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HP ENVY Desktop: This desktop features 12GB of high-bandwidth memory for smooth multitasking, plus Bang & Olufsen audio for pristine sound when gaming and watching movies. The HDMI output allows you to connect an HDTV or up to 3 monitors, so you can immerse yourself in high-definition graphics.
HOW DO I HOOK UP MY EPSON PRINTER? IT WILL NOT ACCEPT MY DISC TO INSTALL!
You will need to go to Epson's website and download the drivers as this computer does not have a disk drive. The other option is to purchase a usb disk drive and use that. But i would recommend downloading the drivers from Epson
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Connect favorite peripherals to this Acer Aspire laptop. Four USB ports let you connect accessories, transfer files or charge a cellphone while you work, and HDMI outputs make dual-screen functionality possible. Access nearby wireless networks with this Acer Aspire laptop and stream videos or upload your own images captured with the built-in HD webcam.
Does it work with an active stylus?
No this display does not support an active stylus. It is a standard touch/multi-touch display however.
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