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- Review count23
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- First reviewOctober 31, 2007
- Last reviewFebruary 27, 2015
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- Average rating4.3
- Review comment count5
- Helpfulness votes8
- First review commentFebruary 21, 2011
- Last review commentDecember 3, 2014
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SynopsisPut the pedal to the metal as you compete in one of the most dangerous forms of street racing. Need for Speed: Carbon thrusts you into the exciting world of canyon racing where one wrong move could spell disaster. You and your crew must race in an all-out war for your city in order to take over rival neighborhoods one at a time.Race through the city and escape into the canyons when the police turn up the heat. Design and tweak your crew's cars in a variety of ways with new Autosculpt technology. Represent your turf and push your team to the edge as you battle in the next revolution of street racing.
Customer Rating
2
Ported from PS2????
on November 14, 2007
Posted by: JeffIllinois
from Peoria, IL
Ok, .. the actual racing in the game is relatively fun (but no more fun than any of the previous NFS games.) However, the graphics were not impressive at ALL for a PS3 game. I haven't looked this one up, but based on what I see in the game, ... it appears it might be a direct "port" from the PS2 version of the game.
All in all, ... A waist of money (Even at $30, which I think is what I paid for it.)
What's great about it: The "racing" parts are fun, ... but that's about it.
What's not so great: Graphics, redundant game play.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Learn more about Motorstorm. (Flash demo) SynopsisExperience brutal off-road racing in Motorstorm. Unlike conventional racing games, Motorstorm throws the rule book out the window, runs it over and then buries it in the dirt. As you race through grit, mud and petrol at breakneck speeds, the only thing you have to worry about is survival.Compete in no-holds-barred, off-road racing action as you create total destruction in ever-changing environments. Select from a variety of vehicles, including dirt bikes, ATVs, sand rails, rally cars, monster trucks and more. Rev your engine in intense head-to-head competition with up to 15 other bikes and big rigs. Your artificial intelligence opponents take on convincing human-like characteristics, including bragging, attacking, taunting and more to up the intensity, while next-generation PlayStation 3 technology delivers an awesome, realistic racing experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Customer Rating
3
Fun game play "for a while"
on November 14, 2007
Posted by: JeffIllinois
from Peoria, IL
A friend of mine let me borrow this one, because he was bored with it. I've played it for several hours, and while it was a lot of fun in the beginning, it seems to get old more quickly than most racing style games. The control is good, and graphics are very decent, just the game experience itself gets slightly redundant. Assuming the game was enjoyable for 6 hours, ... that's $10/hr, which is still slightly cheaper than going to the movies. And I may re-visit it again in the future, and buy my own copy when it ends up as a "PS3 Greatest Hits" game in 2-3 years.
What's great about it: Enjoyable control experience
What's not so great: Gets old after a while.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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This remote access storage system adds 1TB of storage space to your network for plenty of room for your music, media, documents and more for everyone to share. This model meets our Professional Series criteria Shop all products in our Small Business Center Take a product tour.
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1
NOT RAID!!! MIONET!!! AVOID!!!
on October 31, 2007
Posted by: JeffIllinois
from Peoria, IL
The previous reviewer must have bought the "other" My Book World Edition that had two 500 GB drives. This one DOES NOT. It has a single 1TB WD drive installed. The software is required to be installed on EVERY machine you wish to access this device from. The software is VERY flakey. (Sometimes works, sometimes doesn't. Sometimes disconnects during file transfers, etc..)
Seriously, ... I would avoid this drive like the plague. (I purchased it, spend hours dealing with it, and took it back. Too much hastle..
Best route to go that I've found. (Have one..) Is the D-Link DNS-323 and two 500GB WD drives. (Have set to RAID1) All of which you can get from Best Buy for about the same price on sale, as this single drive. Not positive if the 1TB WD's will work in the DNS-323, or would suggest that.
This drive only gets one star, because you can't give it zero... Would I recommend it to a friend??? I wouldn't even recommend it to my worst enemy.. (Well, ... Maybe...) :)
Seriously, ... I would avoid this drive like the plague. (I purchased it, spend hours dealing with it, and took it back. Too much hastle..
Best route to go that I've found. (Have one..) Is the D-Link DNS-323 and two 500GB WD drives. (Have set to RAID1) All of which you can get from Best Buy for about the same price on sale, as this single drive. Not positive if the 1TB WD's will work in the DNS-323, or would suggest that.
This drive only gets one star, because you can't give it zero... Would I recommend it to a friend??? I wouldn't even recommend it to my worst enemy.. (Well, ... Maybe...) :)
What's great about it: 1TB, relatively fast.
What's not so great: Software required on each PC, only 1 disk(NO RAID)
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Access your music, games and documents with this 40GB solid state hard drive that features MLC NAND flash media storage and a SandForce controller for optimal performance.
Overall
4 out of 5
4 out of 5Not bad for the price
By NOVAhandyman
from Alex, VA
this is a good solid state hard drive, but it didn't come with the cable or mounting bracket !
JeffIllinois
Peoria, IL
You could have checked the specs/package contents.
February 21, 2011
You should have known this ahead of time. Most hard drives retail or otherwise, do not come with SATA cables. Most decent motherboards come with them........
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This internal hard drive offers an ample 2TB storage capacity, making it ideal for servers, video surveillance and other demanding write-intensive applications. The IntelliSeek and RAFF technologies reduce power usage and protect the drive from vibrations.
Overall2 out of 5
2 out of 5Extremely noisy
By RayBan007
from New York, NY
The WD internal hard drive is perhaps one of the noisiest commercially available drives on the market. I never realized how silent my Mac's native Matsui internal drive was until replacing it with this loud monstrosity.
JeffIllinois
Peoria, IL
Not your fault, but being loud should be expected.
April 19, 2013
1. Matsui doesn't make hard drives. Not sure who gave you that info, but your Mac more than likely has a Seagate or Western Digital Caviar drive. (Probably Seagate, though.)
2. This drive is a RE4 (Raid Edition) "ENTERPRISE" drive. They are not designed for home use, and when compared to the noise comming from the cooling fans in most of our servers, these drives are "quiet." They just aren't quiet enough to be in a home computer environment. From quietest to loudest you have the WD AV-GP, Caviar Blue, Caviar Green, WD Black and then the RE4's.
3. There is nothing about installing a hard drive that is worth $100. It is one of the easiest parts you can install in your computer. With the invent of "youtube" and other sources, you can easily find step by step instructions or videos on how to install your hard drive. Once you've done it once, ... you'll never waste $100 on installation again...
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This Samsung 840 EVO MZ-7TE250BW 250GB internal solid state drive features data transfer rates up to 6 Gbps for speedy response when updating files and a Serial ATA III interface, which allows simple installation in your PC, Mac or Linux laptop.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5Not capable with my computer.Too small storage.
By Bob68
from Naples,Fl
Bought new laptop,wanted to install this SSD.Associate suggest this SSD(250GB).After several attemps ,no go.Not happy customer.
I wanted to install A SSD because of problems I had with my other computer(on my 3rd HD).
I wanted to install A SSD because of problems I had with my other computer(on my 3rd HD).
JeffIllinois
Peoria, IL
Probably just a BIOS setting.
June 26, 2014
You may have simply need to make changes in your BIOS. You probably should have spoken with an I.T. professional. (Not a kid working in an electronics store.. An actual pro..) I probably could have helped you solve this over the phone.....................
P.S. Compatibility issues really aren't something to wrong a bad review over... It's not the products fault that your computer wouldn't accept it, ... or that you didn't know how to set it up...
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From an adjustable arched palm rest, to a retractable back, as well as four interchangeable side panels, this Razer Ouroboros gaming mouse is fully customizable to yourpersonal needs. It fits perfectly with any hand length, shape and grip-style - maximize your comfort and reduce fatigue over extended play.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5Could have been a great mouse
By Regelos
After a bunch of research I settled on this mouse since I want to buy something local and easy. I loved the mouse for about the first few days I used it and I encountered a charge problem. This mouse will only charge itself 10% of the time and on multiple computers will only do it after a restart, and even then inconsistently. I contacted support(within 4 days of purchasing) and I was told to go buy a new rechargeable battery, which just offended me because for 150 bucks on a mouse they should send me the part that was broken for free. After buying a new rechargeable battery it didn't fix the problem and since support takes multiple days to respond (I'm up to weeks now on my last response.) No go I've now decided to eat the 150 bucks and just replace it.
I will not buy another razer product again there support borders on rude and are completely non-helpful.
JeffIllinois
Peoria, IL
Wondering if we have same problem
December 3, 2014
Bought two of these and have the same problem with one of them. Not charging. Did yours flash all three charge lights the first time around? What did it do the after replacing the battery?
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From an adjustable arched palm rest, to a retractable back, as well as four interchangeable side panels, this Razer Ouroboros gaming mouse is fully customizable to yourpersonal needs. It fits perfectly with any hand length, shape and grip-style - maximize your comfort and reduce fatigue over extended play.
Overall
5 out of 5
5 out of 5Works perfectly!
By bestbuyer
from Fort Myers - FL
Works perfectly and it's great for professional gamers. WARNING: DO NOT PLUG IN A 3.0 USB PORT, IT WON'T WORK! Use only with 2.0 USB ports.
JeffIllinois
Peoria, IL
Shouldn't connect mouse/keyboard to USB3.0 anyway.
December 3, 2014
Just an FYI - USB 3.0 chipsets are not universally supported and usually don't have legacy kb/mouse support in bios either. On top of that, ... neither the mouse or keyboard send huge amounts of data in short spans, so you shouldn't have any need for them to be on USB3.0 anyway..
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Base on TV is not in the middle, there are two different legs on each side.
The TV does not fit on our stand because the two legs are too far apart. My question is do you have bases we could buy to correct this?
Note : Questions are answered by other consumers, ... not Best Buy reps...
In short, ... no. Not Bases. If you could mount to a wall, ... or could modify your stand to add backing support, you could use a wall mount.
In short, ... no. Not Bases. If you could mount to a wall, ... or could modify your stand to add backing support, you could use a wall mount.
9 years, 1 month ago
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JeffIllinois
Peoria, IL
hdtv antenna installation
could I request a quote to install an hdtv antennae system in my new home in raymond nh 03077
These questions are actually answered by other consumers, not BestBuy staff. For pricing information on Geek Squad installation, please contact your local Best Buy store.
9 years, 8 months ago
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JeffIllinois
Peoria, IL
why best buy wont carry or sell mitsubishi lazar TV. The cost are down from when first came out. With this set you don't need to change bulbs.
Speaking from one consumer to another (BestBuy doesn't answer these questions, other consumers do) I can tell you that NO light module regardless of type, will last forever. And I'm sure that if/when you eventually have to replace the laser unit in those televisions, they will be very expensive.
That being said, ... regardless of laser technology, LED backlit LCD's are far less expensive and have bulb lifespans that for the average user, will last between 14-20 years.. (Probably longer than you'll have the TV....)
That being said, ... regardless of laser technology, LED backlit LCD's are far less expensive and have bulb lifespans that for the average user, will last between 14-20 years.. (Probably longer than you'll have the TV....)
9 years, 8 months ago
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JeffIllinois
Peoria, IL
When using the internet browser on Google TV, can I access and stream videos from Hulu and other major network websites, or are they blocked?
Also, would I really need a cable box if I want to rely on the web browser to stream shows? I know I need an ISP.
Unless there is an app for a specific service, the answer to that question could change on a regular basis based on what the provider does with their services, website setup, etc... Essentially, the web browser built into Google TV does not have a lot of extension support, so I would probably guess that for the most part, you will not be able to stream from most sites using only the browser.
9 years, 8 months ago
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JeffIllinois
Peoria, IL
What do you charge to hook up subs and amp??
Is it expensive to have you guys hook up my stuff in my car and possibly have my deck taken out and cleaned??
Since these questions are not answered by BestBuy staff, I can only tell you what I personally would charge. But since it's fairly likely that I don't live in your region, it would probably be a waste of both of our time. :-)
For specifics on what BestBuy Geek Squad would charge, please call your local store and ask to speak with a Geek Squad Representative.
For specifics on what BestBuy Geek Squad would charge, please call your local store and ask to speak with a Geek Squad Representative.
9 years, 8 months ago
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JeffIllinois
Peoria, IL
I purchased a Logi Tech Remote for my elderly friend and I need assistance in programming the remote. Where would be a good place to seek assistance
Remote Control programming
Know any geeky teenagers? :-)
You can probably obtain assistance through Geek Squad at Best Buy. Contact your local store to see whether they offer those types of services. I do not know of any other service providers that are specific to assisting with these types of devices. I certainly mean it when I ask; however, whether you know any geeky teenagers... They'd likely fly through setting up a universal remote... :-)
You can probably obtain assistance through Geek Squad at Best Buy. Contact your local store to see whether they offer those types of services. I do not know of any other service providers that are specific to assisting with these types of devices. I certainly mean it when I ask; however, whether you know any geeky teenagers... They'd likely fly through setting up a universal remote... :-)
9 years, 8 months ago
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JeffIllinois
Peoria, IL
Did You Guy's Stop Selling Onkyo Receivers?
Best Buy has not stopped selling Onkyo brand Receivers. Go to BestBuy.com and type in the search bar "Onkyo Receivers." You will find several to choose from. Anything that says "Marketplace" is not being sold directly through Best Buy; however, I saw that several receivers were not marketplace, so it is apparent that BestBuy does in fact continue to sell them...
9 years, 8 months ago
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JeffIllinois
Peoria, IL
what is needed to stream sports games to a samsung 32 in flat screen tv without an internet connection?
Live in South jersey, residential area, have not gotten cable, how do I get sports games?
This would depend heavily on where you intend to stream them from.... There is no way to easily answer this question using only the details you have provided.
If it is going to stream from a specific streaming service, you would either need to find a compatible device for that specific service, or you will need to connect a PC/Laptop to TV.....
If it is going to stream from a specific streaming service, you would either need to find a compatible device for that specific service, or you will need to connect a PC/Laptop to TV.....
9 years, 8 months ago
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JeffIllinois
Peoria, IL
Adapter for monitor to laptop
My monitor has a 15 pin plug and no other plug ins. What adapter do it need
to connect my dell Inspiron 3135 laptop to the monitor
to connect my dell Inspiron 3135 laptop to the monitor
If the laptop only has HDMI (which is common on many new laptops) then there is no adapter available to connect to your monitor. Sorry... (HDMI is digital and VGA (15-pin) is analog. They are not capable of communicating with each other.)
9 years, 8 months ago
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JeffIllinois
Peoria, IL
How to fix a small scratch on my LCD TV screen?
In short, ... don't.. Most LCD TV's have a protective coating over the display. Any chemical that would fill the scratch will also likely have an adverse reaction with the coating.
9 years, 10 months ago
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JeffIllinois
Peoria, IL