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Make individual cups of medium-roast brew with these The Original Donut Shop K-Cup coffee pods. The 48-count pack lets you stock your home or office kitchen to meet guest expectations. These The Original Donut Shop K-Cup coffee pods work in your Keurig single-serve brewer for quick, convenient preparation.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Simply the best!
on February 18, 2017
Posted by: ferjen
from DeLand, FL
I love this coffee...for me it's on par with Dunkin' Donuts...
My Best Buy number: 0236070754
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy reliable streaming performance with your SONOS speakers using this Sonos Boost wireless transmitter, which features 3 antennas that broadcast 360° signals through walls and ceilings for efficient long-range coverage to most rooms.
 
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5
5.1 Surround
on December 17, 2016
Posted by: ferjen
from DeLand, FL
Had to buy this to have a SONOS component connected to my router and enable surround sound via a SONOS AMP and non-SONOS speakers. If you want to do a similar arrangement, this little guy will save you from having to run CAT 5/6 from your SOUND BAR to your wireless router (my router is really far away in the house and cannot be moved).
https://sonos.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/2248/~/setting-up-connect%3Aamp-as-surround-rears
My Best Buy number: 0236070754
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Sonos Connect Amp: Part music streamer and part amplifier, this device lets you use your favorite speakers with Sonos multiroom audio components. Don't throw away old speakers; give them new life.
 
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3 out of 5
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5.1 Surround
on December 17, 2016
Posted by: ferjen
from DeLand, FL
So, if you have a SONOS SOUND BAR or SOUND BAR and SUB, you CAN achieve 5.1 Surround with non-SONOS speakers using the AMP.
https://sonos.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/2248/~/setting-up-connect%3Aamp-as-surround-rears
I did not want to use SONOS PLAY:X speakers because of the unsightly power cords and stands, so I went for Yamaha in-ceiling speakers connected with an AMP. The bad news, which I found out after installing the ceiling speakers, is the AMP doesn't have the same antennae as the PLAY:X speakers, so it does not know its connected speakers are surround speakers. This is stupid! And it's the big reason for the lower star rating. One must physically connect the AMP to the SOUND BAR with a CAT 5/6 cable AND connect one SONOS component to a wireless router. My AMP sits in a closet I wired the rear speakers to, so I had to run CAT 6 up the wall, thru the attic, and down the front wall to the SOUND BAR. Then, I had to buy a SONOS BOOST in order to connect to the router which is on the other side of the house. Then I had to set the system up in BOOST mode and change the IP of the AMP to point to the SOUND BAR.
BUT, now that it's complete, OMG! The sound is incredible. I ran the Trueplay Tuning with the APP, made some adjustments to the bass, and BOOM. It knocks your socks off. My home theater sounds as good as or better than any commercial theater. And I like that I can set up the App to have separate sound settings for television/movies and music. Metallica never sounded so good in my house!!!
Fix the AMP SONOS to not require CAT 5/6 connection, and this thing is a 5 Star product!
My Best Buy number: 0236070754
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Brew a delicious extra-bold, medium roast cup of coffee with The Original Donut Shop Coffee K-Cup® Pods that are compatible with Keurig K-Cup® Pods coffee brewers.
 
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Love This Coffee!
on March 5, 2016
Posted by: ferjen
from Deltona, FL
I love Dunkin' Donuts black coffee. I think it's the best coffee out there. This Keurig Donut Shop Medium Roast is the next best thing, and costs half as much. As long as I can get it around $9 to $10 a box, I'm going to keep consuming it...
My Best Buy number: 0236070754
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The new Apple TV delivers an all-new experience with Touch andSiri, powerful new hardware, and great content, games, and more on the App Store. The Touch surface on the new Siri Remote offers innovative ways to interact with your TV, creating a connected experience with a screen that's across the room. With Siri, finding something to watch is as easy as just asking. And with apps, Apple TV allows you to customize your TV for personal and shared experiences in the living room.
 
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Great Update to a Great Product
on March 5, 2016
Posted by: ferjen
from Deltona, FL
I previously owned the Apple TV 2nd Generation. When my daughter left for college, I gave her one of them and upgraded to this one for a theater/music room I'm working on. The Siri feature works pretty good for what I've used it for so far, which is quickly going to specific songs in my library that I play along with. I went with the smaller one because I'm not much into playing games. HomeKit will be bigger in the future and Apple TV is positioning itself as the hub. I'd like to see Apple play nice with others and start including apps like Vudu, but my SMART TV has that built in already anyway. Between iTunes and Vudu, I've transitioned my BluRay library completely to streaming only, and Apple TV is the only way to access those iTunes movies. It also looks like 4K streaming is on the horizon, so this more powerful Apple TV version should be able to handle the bigger data processing associated with 4K. Only downside so far for me is the remote. I actually preferred the older version better. I have a difficult time fast forwarding and rewinding with the new remote.
My Best Buy number: 0236070754
I would recommend this to a friend!
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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.
 
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4 out of 5
4
Stellar Sound...
on January 10, 2016
Posted by: ferjen
from Deltona, FL
After hearing this dude in the store, I brought it home and paired it with a Samsung 4K television. The sound is stellar. So stellar, that I have put off acquiring the accompanying sub-woofer for the time being. I like being able to use the speaker without the television via the SONOS app. I also have some cons though. First, the app needs some work. It is not as intuitive as one might expect, and finding certain functions, like adjusting the bass levels, is a chore. If you just use the app to turn the volume up and down, then it's easy peasy. This brings me to my second issue, the SONOS speaker, at the moment, can only be turned up or down with the app as it is not compatible with my television, at least not yet. Lastly, mine hangs on the wall, and I uses the SONOS wall bracket. The location of the power and optical wire are difficult to hide based on their location in the speaker and the location of the hole that's available in the back of the bracket. I wish there was a small plate available to cover them up. But the sound trumps everything!
My Best Buy number: 0236070754
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Whether you have an expansive home theater or a comfy living room, LG offers state-of-the-art televisions for every room in your house. For game days and movie nights, LG's plasma, LCD and an LED TVs deliver an incredible entertainment experience in the comfort of your home. LG also offers the innovative 84 inch UHD TV with double the resolution of a standard HD TVs and the stunning OLED TV with an infinite contrast ratio. Plus, with our Smart TVs and 3D TVs, you can connect to the internet or turn virtually any programming into a 3D experience.
 
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4
Excellent Television
on January 25, 2015
Posted by: ferjen
from Deltona, FL
I'll preface this review by stating I've owned LG product in the past with not much success. In fact, I bought this television to replace an LG 32" LCD that started to have some problems after a half dozen years or so of ownership. I read the reviews on this one because it was on sale that particular week, went down to the store to check it out, and decided to give it a chance. I'm glad I did. I've had the set now for about three months and have had no issues with it. Setup was actually a hoot with all of the funny cartoons that perform on the screen as you make each selection. And the television looks great with its thin design and stainless steel band type frame. One issue with other sets I've owned is the refresh rate causes blurring of fast moving sports objects such as a golf ball through the air. Not so with this set due to this Motion Clarity Index 600 thing. The remote is different, yet cool. I liken it to a Nintendo Wii style remote where you navigate a dot on the screen to make selections. The voice commands of the remote work quite well, but like SIRI, I find it gimmicky as I can usually accomplish things faster by pointing and shooting. Several reviews ding the set for the sound. I have not experienced this issue as there are several settings to adjust the sound including wall mount vs. table mount. Mine is wall mounted and it sounds great in our Master Bedroom. I love the SMART TV functionality and use Netflix and VUDU often. The only two quibbles I have with the set are not enough HDMI input ports and inadequate access to the ports when the television is wall mounted. We have an LG blu ray, Apple TV, and Cable Box piped into the set, but if I wanted to add a gaming system, there's not enough HDMI's to do so. The remote is a learning remote, sort of. You do not need to program individual functions, just tell it what components you have and voila! I can control by set top box and blu ray with the remote. Apple TV cannot be controlled with the remote. If you have an iPhone, you can also control the television with an app available from the app store.
My Best Buy number: 0236070754
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Keep your Apple iPhone 6 Plus or 6s Plus safe on the go with this Tech21 Impact Tactical 43740BBR case, which features TPU material that helps absorb shocks and prevent abrasions. The play-through design allows easy access to your phone's features.
 
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Impactology Claim Tested
on November 16, 2014
Posted by: ferjen
from Deltona, FL
I was on the golf course and picked up the phone to enter a score in a golf app. When I turned to stand up from the golf cart, I bumped the steering wheel with the phone and dropped it. It bounced a couple of times and landed face down on the concrete! But the phone case worked most excellently and prevented an iPhone 6 catastrophe! Not even a scratch on the glass and not even a dent or ding on the body. This case has now been officially dummy tested and approved! Buy this case!
My Best Buy number: 0236070754
I would recommend this to a friend!
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With 360° sound, this Logitech Z323 980-000354 speaker system delivers crisp, rich audio evenly in all directions to ensure a high-quality listening experience. The included subwoofer provides deep, thunderous lows.
 
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4 out of 5
4
Great for Airplay/Airtunes
on February 13, 2011
Posted by: ferjen
from Deltona, FL
Bought two sets for my kids' rooms. Hooked them both up to individual Apple Airport Express', and voila! The kids can play their ipods wirelessly to their individual Logitech speakers or we can stream directly from ituens to all the speakers.
And, for the money, the speakers sound great. They will fill the room with sound. One kid is into Taylor Swift and the other likes 80's Rock, and it all sounds great. I have one installation with the subwoofer on a carpeted floor and the other with the subwoofer on top of a bookcase. The carpeted floor installation sounds better. There's also a port in the back of the subwoofer to hardwire an ipod or other audio device directly.
What's great about it: Perfect for Airplay/Airtunes, sound quality, versatility
What's not so great: A little crunchy at max. volume, but you don't need max. volume
I would recommend this to a friend!
Sound Quality
4 out of 5
4
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SynopsisHordes of no-good cluckers are driving your farmer friend to want to fly the coop. Help him pick off the poultry and save his sanity in this crazy cartoon shooter. The addictive gameplay requires you to take down your winged adversaries with skill and precision. You'll have to lay down the law before the chickens completely rule the roost. Chicken Shoot takes you through forests, villages, deserts and mountains as you pursue your targets. The environments and characters have a comical, animated appearance that provides loads of deep-fried fun. As the missions get tougher, you'll need to improve your aim in order to hit your bird-brained enemies. Comical sound effects and catchy original songs add extra smiles and laughs to your Chicken Shoot experience.
 
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2 out of 5
2
Boring
on August 26, 2007
Posted by: ferjen
from Deltona, FL
Bought this game because it looked fun, was inexpensive, and would give the kids another title to choose from. They've each played it once and have not played it since. The graphics are poor and all you do is shoot the same darn chickens over and over again. BORING!
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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You work long hours to earn your money that helps pay for your home, entertainment and family's expenses. Yet, every year when tax season rolls around, the dread and panic sinks in. Confusing terminology, hard-to-understand language and forms can make the smartest person feel overwhelmed. Eliminate the headaches and fear, and embrace tax time to get your maximum refund with the help of TurboTax Deluxe 2014.Get your taxes done right without the effort and confusion of days past with the help of TurboTax Deluxe. You don't need any knowledge of tax laws, terms or forms to ensure you get the maximum return, since TurboTax searches for more than 350 deductions and credits tailored to you based on your situation. TurboTax stays up-to-date with the latest tax laws, including the new healthcare laws, and double checks your return, so you can rest assured that the software will help you receive your maximum refund. Automatically import your W-2s and mortgage information, and transfer in your TurboTax return from last year to get started quickly. Anytime you're feeling stuck, confused or simply want to be sure, tax experts are on call to provide the answers you're looking for. From start to finish, filing your taxes this year will be simple, straightforward and accurate with the help of TurboTax Deluxe 2014.
 
Overall1 out of 51 out of 5
Mac version not Mac compatible!
By Packerswin14 from WI
Hard to believe that they put this software out that isn't compatible with older Macs. This is the first and only time that my Mac has been incompatible with a piece of software, it downloads and runs everything else I throw at it. But not this year's edition of Turbo Tax. And now I can't return it, because I opened it. I never read the "compatibility" fine print, because it only ever applies to older PC's, not Mac. Guess what? Turbo tax IS compatible with Windows XP service pack 2. That's right, its compatible with the 2001 edition of Windows, but not the 2009 version of OSX.
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ferjen
Deltona, FL
App Store
January 19, 2015
Next time download it for free from the Mac App store. You will only be charged when you actually file the return.
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Samsung UN65HU7250FXZA LED HDTV: This Samsung HDTV's expansive 4K Ultra HD (2160p) curved screen and Ultra Clear Panel technology combine to deliver detailed images with striking clarity. The Smart Touch remote provides vocal control over the TV.
 
Overall3 out of 53 out of 5
Beautiful TV BUT....
By Educatedconsumer
I bought this TV for my husband for Cristmas. I read many reviews first plus I do
a lot of research before making any large purchase.
The color is great, the curve allows viewing from various angles.
The sound isn't the best- I bought the sound bar which helps
Biggest complain the voice isn't on sync with the lips of people. We have to turn off and on often. Most of the time that fixes the problem but not always.
We had the Geek Squad here to check it out. They said they had no answers and told us to turn off and on to reset.
That's not what you should have to do with a new TV!!
How annoying we have to turn off and on the TV while in the middle of watching a show or movie.
It begins to go out of sync once the TV warms up and then happens more and more frequently.
I'll call the Geek Squad one more time,and hopefully they have a better answer.
Anyone else have this problem?
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ferjen
Deltona, FL
Voice Sync Issue
January 25, 2015
I do not own the TV, but another option is you can run the TV sound through a stereo receiver. Many receivers have an option to sync up the picture with the sound...
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Whether you have an expansive home theater or a comfy living room, LG offers state-of-the-art televisions for every room in your house. For game days and movie nights, LG's plasma, LCD and an LED TVs deliver an incredible entertainment experience in the comfort of your home. LG also offers the innovative 84 inch UHD TV with double the resolution of a standard HD TVs and the stunning OLED TV with an infinite contrast ratio. Plus, with our Smart TVs and 3D TVs, you can connect to the internet or turn virtually any programming into a 3D experience.
 
Overall4 out of 54 out of 5
Great Smart TV
By Shan
The picture quality and the thin bezel design are great. The Smart TV WebOS software is also very nice. You can easily play YouTube videos from your mobile device. It would be nice to have a larger selection of apps than what is currently available. The only con of this TV is the sound output. While watching some content, it can be difficult to hear if you have a large room even with the volume at 100.
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ferjen
Deltona, FL
Volume Options
January 25, 2015
You can check the volume options on the set to optimize the volume. There are several options. Mine sounds great and I keep it at level 25 most times.
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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.
 
Overall1 out of 51 out of 5
Please read if considering purchase!!
By Wes85
I'm going to keep this short and sweet as best as I can. I bought the soundbar, sub, boost, wall-mount bracket, and a 4 year protection plan for both the sound bar and sub (peace of mind). I spent just under $2000, and left Best Buy feeling nauseous because I hate spending that much money in one shot. Initially, after setting it up, I was ecstatic, this is my first sound bar, and in my opinion, the sound was amazing. After watching movies, netflix, and fios tv, I kept hearing this static/popping sound, while it was barely noticeable, it was quite distracting because I would focus on hearing that to see if it was a consistent issue rather than focusing on what I was watching. Then the next thing that happened was the sound completely cut out, twice, while watching The Godfather. I searched the sonos forums which has conversations with customers with similar problems, speaking with sonos support, and tried everything possible to troubleshoot the issue. It didn't work, so I packed up my sound bar and brought it back to best buy to exchange it for another of the same.
Rushed home with the new/replacement sound bar , set it up, fired it up, and I immediately noticed that it didn't sound as loud as the previous one, but I just thought to myself, I'm paranoid. At 11 pm that same night, I decided to call it quits, I shut the tv off, and when the sound bar was "off" (technically it's always on) there was this high pitched squeal constantly emitting from the left side of the sound bar... best way I can describe it is almost like interference that sounds like a dog whistle (you can barely hear it, but it's super annoying). I was pretty aggravated to say the least. First thing in the morning the next day, I brought the sound bar back to Best Buy and felt like an idiot walking in there for the second time in 2 days to return their "top of the line, best sound bar." The staff was very nice and understanding, and I joked with them that hopefully the third time is the charm.
Brought the 3rd sound bar home, set it up, fired it up, and it sounded amazing, easily the best of the 3, no static popping, and it was LOUD! I let it play for an hour, then shut it off and closed my eyes hoping there wouldn't be a high pitched squeal... and there wasn't! The rest of the day, I was so happy that I gave it a 3rd shot because I loved the convenience and sound of this system. I watched Netflix and a Blu-Ray that night, and had zero issues. Well here I am tonight watching some Mixed Martial Arts fights on Spike TV, and you know what's happening NOW?! The sound cuts out in between every single commercial. Now I understand that, to some, this may not sound like the biggest deal, but it drives me insane.
I'll be back at Best Buy tomorrow with all of the Sonos products I purchased, and looking for a full refund. All in all, if this system worked the way it should, it would be hands down, a 5 star rating all day. But to think that I spent almost $2000, went through 3 sound bars and all of them had issues, is just completely unacceptable. I hope that anyone that is on the fence about dropping $700 on this sound bar, reads this review, and can make an informed decision based on it. Maybe I just had terrible luck, but I tried so hard to make this system work.
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ferjen
Deltona, FL
Maybe...
November 15, 2015
...it was the input to the soundbar, not the soundbar itself?
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Installing quality in-ceiling speakers doesn't have to be difficult! This pair of Yamaha NS-IC480C 8 In. 120 Watt Max 3-Way In-Wall/In-Ceiling Speakers are easy to install. They are designed to deliver high-quality Natural Sound, enhancing the home theater experience. Plus they have paintable speaker frames and grilles, making them ideal various custom installation requirements, including either in-wall or in-ceiling. They also feature 50 Hz to 28 kHz frequency response, 8 in. polypropylene mica cone woofers and dual 3/4 in. dome tweeters with SoundMax. SoundMax is Yamaha's proprietary crossover network that maximizes sound coverage while minimizing high-frequency interference. Plus the tweeters can be swiveled so you can precision-aim high-frequencies.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
Great Performance, Better Price
By MFLonster from Manchester, NH
I was looking for a pair of ceiling speakers for our new kitchen addition to be used with a SONOS system. The powered SONOS cube has 55 watts / per channel and it is more than enough power to make these speakers sound good.
I was afraid that if I only went with a 5 1/4 or 6 1/2 inch woofer, I'd be disappointed with the fullness and bass output. So I knew I had to buy a pair of 8 inch woofers to satisfy my high standard for sound quality. I was also slightly afraid that for under $200, these speakers wouldn't sound as good as some higher priced models.
I am happy to report that these speakers ROCK!! They have good full sound and good bass output (for 8 inch speakers). They sound awesome and I have no complaints at all. The sound they produce is equal to, if not better, than many more expensive models.
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ferjen
DeLand, FL
Thanks...
October 30, 2016
I also have a SONOS system and want to add the rear channel speakers that are not SONOS because I don't want to put them on stands and mounting PLAY 1's is not an option based on the location because of the power cords that go with them. So, these guys with the SONOS amp will likely be the ticket to finish my home theater.
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Enjoy reliable streaming performance with your SONOS speakers using this Sonos Boost wireless transmitter, which features 3 antennas that broadcast 360° signals through walls and ceilings for efficient long-range coverage to most rooms.
 

I'm New to SONOS, how does your TV connect to the SONOS system?

You need a SOUND BAR and your TV has to have an Optical Out port. Then you can add a SUB to the SOUND BAR by wifi. Also, make sure your TV is compatible with SONOS. My TV remote will not control my SONOS speakers (so I have to use the APP on my iPhone), but many others do. But, this is the best sounding system out there IMO.
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Enjoy reliable streaming performance with your SONOS speakers using this Sonos Boost wireless transmitter, which features 3 antennas that broadcast 360° signals through walls and ceilings for efficient long-range coverage to most rooms.
 

will this fix the timing delay with the 3 sonos products i have?

Possibly. It creates a dedicated network for your SONOS speakers. Did you try the app first? There are options in there to adjust the timing of voice to matching the lips moving on your television screen.
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Sonos Connect Amp: Part music streamer and part amplifier, this device lets you use your favorite speakers with Sonos multiroom audio components. Don't throw away old speakers; give them new life.
 

I have a pair of old Pioneer speakers I want to use with the connect:amp they are 6-ohm 150W will the amp power these?

Power rating should be at least 75W for 8 ohm speakers and at least 150W for 4 ohm speakers per SONOS.
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