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- Review count23
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- First reviewJune 21, 2010
- Last reviewSeptember 26, 2016
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- Average rating4.5
- Review comment count45
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- First review commentAugust 23, 2010
- Last review commentJune 20, 2017
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Access digital work tools with this Dell Inspiron laptop. The 17.3-inch screen lets you maximize documents for personal viewing comfort, and the full keyboard includes a 10-key pad to make data entry easier. This Dell Inspiron laptop comes with a touch screen for added navigation options and NVIDIA GeForce 940MX graphics that let you move from work to gaming.
Customer Rating
4
Wow
on September 26, 2016
Posted by: kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
Just got this laptop and it's surprisingly nice. The screen is big and bright and the fit and finish is excellent. The speaker is loud. The best part is it's a x360 laptop. It's lighter than a HP 17" laptop I've gotten before and lighter than the Envy 17". I got this when it went on sale and it's a great bargain. The negatives so far are the ports... one USB2 and one USB3 port. You would think for a big laptop would have more ports. On the really positive side is that you can swap the internals such as the HDD, RAM and the Wifi card and it's not difficult to open.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Insignia™ Flex Tablet: Get work done and stay entertained wherever you go with this Flex tablet. You can navigate features using the 11.6" touch screen, which offers a realistic 1920 x 1080 picture, or connect the included hinged keyboard for use as a laptop. Plus, snap photos and video chat with loved ones using the 5.0MP rear-facing and 2.0MP front-facing cameras.
Posted by: kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
After reading all the reviews both and negative I went ahead and got one. I have three other tablets (HP/Dell/Asus) running Windows and this one is the fastest by far. Love the included keyboard and it's responsive. I bought a 64gb microSD card to alleviate the storage problem as I re-directed where the programs I loaded will reside (to the microSD card) and where the files will go too. Having an 8" and 10.1" tablet this 11.6" is much better on the eyes and touching the screen is much improved due to it's larger screen.
My Best Buy number: 073503109
I would recommend this to a friend!
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With a padded camera compartment and polyester and faux leather materials, this Platinum Metropolitan PT-DSL01MP camera bag offers durable protection for your digital camera on the go. Front and rear compartments provide additional storage.
Posted by: kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
I was looking for a replacement camera bag for my Nikon P900 and this one fits perfectly. It's deeper than my previous bag (Lowepro) so now I can place my wallet inside also. The material exudes quality and is made well. The strap has metal clasps instead of plastic plus it free rotating. There's a zippered meshed compartment inside the top cover which I can place extra batteries and memory cards, a slotted compartment in the rear and zippered compartment in the front. I wished the font compartment could open halfway instead of only a third. Case is well padded. This will also do well as a carry-all bag for travel and not just for cameras and it's neutral looking that a guy or gal can use it.
My Best Buy number: 0735031096
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Canon EF-S 15–85mm f/3.5–5.6 IS USM Standard Zoom Lens: This versatile, everyday lens with standard zoom offers a broad focus range for almost any shot. The optical image stabilizer steadies the lens for blur-free handheld photos, and the aspherical lens with UD glass corrects aberrations for sharp, vibrant landscapes and portraits.
Customer Rating
5
Best all around lens for APS-C Canon camera
on January 31, 2016
Posted by: kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
Got this lens for the Canon 70D and it's worth every penny. It's a bit hefty and the built quality shows. Focusing is fast and quiet. The pictures are tact sharp. I highly recommend this lens for everyday picture taking from wide to semi tele range.
My Best Buy number: 0735031096
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Pair this Microsoft Designer 7N5-00001 mouse with your compatible laptop or tablet using Bluetooth 4.0 technology and enjoy efficient tracking on most surfaces. The plug-and-play design simplifies setup, so you can work where you're most comfortable.
Posted by: kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
I bought this for my HP Spectre x360 because it looked sleek to match. This mouse is flat and will not contour to your palm like other bluetooth mice I own. I have one bluetooth mouse per laptop and this one is unique. At least this one will fit in your pocket on the go without any bulges showing.
My Best Buy number: 0735031096
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Toshiba Satellite Radius Laptop: Catch up on emails, browse the Web and stream content onto your HDTV with this laptop, which features a 10-point touch-screen display for easy navigation and wireless display capability for watching content on your compatible TV.
Posted by: kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
First time I bought a Toshiba and the first impression wasn't good. The first one I got had a red hot pixel and I was debating to return it or get a replacement, I got a replacement and so far so good. I choose the Pentium instead of the Celeron for it's faster speed. It's now upgrading to Windows 10 so I'll add programs after completion. This 2 in 1 will be used for travel, internet and storing pictures/videos. This notebook is solidly built with no flexing of the lid or keyboard. There are no gaps where the top and bottom meet. Affordable and light weight, what else can you ask for, got this on sale for $329
My Best Buy number: 0735031096
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Sabrent PCI-802N Wireless PCI 802.11n Adapter gives you the flexibility to position your Desktop PC or MAC where you want, without the cost or inconvenience of running network cables. Maximize data transfer speeds of up to 300 Mbps from the greatest distance using the included dual-band articulate dipole antennas. Simply install the PCI card into an available PCI slot, and connect to an available Wireless Network. (Reverse compatible with 802.11g and 802.11b)
Customer Rating
5
Great addition to your desktop
on August 26, 2014
Posted by: kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
After my son's desktop PCI wireless card died I had to find a replacement. BestBuy had this item for cheap and though I had to wait for it to be delivered and picked up at the store it was worth the wait. Installation was a breeze and Windows 8.1 Pro automatically installed the drivers. I do recommend downloading the Sabrent program in which you can tweak the card further. It came with a mini-cd installation disc but I prefer downloading updated programs directly from the manufacturer.
What's great about it: Price, ease of installation
What's not so great: none so far
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5
Performance
5
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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.
Posted by: kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
BB has this item with the same pricing from Amazon. I couldn't wait for delivery so I ordered it online and picked it up in the store. I bought two of these separately, one to replace a laptop OS with Windows 8.1 Pro but I kept the original Windows 7 for backup purposes. The other SSD was a replacement for a desktop because the HDD was failing and that one still had Windows Vista in it. Both Windows 8.1 Pro SSD installation loaded without a hitch. Compared to regular a HDD it really does load much faster averaging 15-20 seconds. I could've bought the Samsung Evo Pro version which is supposedly faster and costs more but this one suffices. If you are heavily onto photo, music or video manipulation I would recommend the Pro version. I also own a Plextor and Crucial SSD and the older Samsung 830 series SSDs on my other laptops (I have a total of 7 laptops) and I also use a Seagate hybrid drive because of the larger capacity and much cheaper than a true SSD. Overall I'm happy with my purchase. The system runs cooler, faster, and adds a bit more battery life on the laptops, around 20 minutes. The prices of SSDs are dropping and are becoming more affordable and with BB prices it can't be beat. Don't be fooled when the laptop's fan comes on often because it's mainly cooling the CPU and not necessarily the SSD.
My Best Buy number: 0735031096
What's great about it: Speed, price, availability
What's not so great: nothing yet so far
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5
Performance
5
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Snap frame-worthy photos with this circular polarizer that is compatible with most digital cameras with a 72mm lens and removes reflections from nonmetallic surfaces such as glass and water.
Customer Rating
3
Good addition to your photographic needs
on February 21, 2014
Posted by: kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
Verified Purchase:Yes
Got this polarizer and I noticed the coating has some streak aberration. I attempted to clean the glass really well but it's still there. I've own more expensive glass and you do get what you paid for. The aberration doesn't show up in the final image thankfully. Also the polarizing effect is weak meaning it doesn't really darken a sky compared to a more expensive one.
My Best Buy number: 0735031096
My Best Buy number: 0735031096
What's great about it: Price
What's not so great: Glass not top notch
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Performance
3
Ease of Use
3
Durability
3
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Easily store and access your media with this 64GB SanDisk Ultra microSDXC Class 10 memory card that includes a SD/SDHC adapter to provide expanded compatibility options.
Customer Rating
5
Great card to have
on August 9, 2013
Posted by: kanehi
from Honolulu, HI
Verified Purchase:Yes
Got this card for my ASUS Smart Tablet 10.1 and is an excellent addition.
My Best Buy number: 0735031096
My Best Buy number: 0735031096
What's great about it: size, price
What's not so great: none
I would recommend this to a friend!
Capacity
5
Durability
5
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Sling Media Slingbox 500: Whether you're traveling around the world, visiting a friend's house or just in another room, Slingbox 500 lets you bring your favorite TV shows with you. Tune in to your shows on your laptop, smartphone or tablet for crisp 1080p HD programming wherever you go.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Is kinda pointless without cable or satellite tv.
By colby
I was hoping to be able to watch extra things and learned quickly that unless you have a cable or satellite provider, it is kinda pointless. All of the features and connectivity options were great. Just not what I truly needed.
kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Could you be more specific?
November 23, 2015
Extra things such as?
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Samsung Gear 2 Neo SM-R3810ZOAXAR Smartwatch: Access select Samsung phones and tablets to make calls and send texts by voice command with this versatile watch. Take your fitness to a new level with the built-in activity tracker while you listen to your favorite workout tunes on the stand-alone music player.
Overall
1 out of 5
1 out of 5Battery life needs improvement
By Michelle
Extremely DISAPPOINTED!! At the start of my Half Marathon the battery was fully charged at 100%, Battery life didn't even last 2 hours before it died and shut down. I was running the GPS, MP3 player, & my Bluetooth headset all at the same time. I specifically purchased this to be used primarily for Half and Marathon races for tracking. can you imagine my surprise when it died despite the Samsung rep telling me it would run for 10 hours before needing to be recharged. Since I was within the return policy time limit I was able to return it for a full refund.
kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Battery
November 28, 2015
Sounds like you turned on all the extensive battery hogging features. Constant screen being on, GPS and music player will zap the small battery's juice.
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Easily record your driving with this Uniden CAM250 dash cam, which captures videos in 1080p Full HD and still images up to 12MP for clarity. A bracket with suction cup makes it easy to mount the camera on your vehicle's dash.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5Uniden branded version of $25 cam's
By picky
After having several $20 - $25 2.7" ebay dash cams I wanted something with better resolution; as all of those even saving files as 1920x1080 have low res camera sensors, and the video at 1920x108 was just the same as at lower resolutions. So I bought the Uniden CAM250 expecting something better. I didn't care about the tiny screen as I would use it after an event occurred using the memory card. When I first powered up the CAM250 it all looked very familiar - the exact same screens, menus and sounds from the $25 ebay units. I did runs with side by side comparison to the cheap ones and no improvement at all in the video quality. This is just the same as the cheapo ebay ones but with a Uniden case. The CAM250 was worse in that it shut down in a few seconds after power was removed; the ebay ones last 2-3 minutes. The only 2 good points about the CAM250 from Best Buy was the audio was slightly louder than the $25 ebay ones and Best Buy gave me a refund the next day when I returned it.
kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Don't understand...
November 29, 2015
You downgraded this cam because of it's price? I would rather have a louder speaker playback
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Brew up to 18 cups of flavorful, medium-roast coffee with these Keurig Tully's Hawaiian Blend 8603-018 K-Cup® Pods that are designed for use with Keurig single-serve beverage machines.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5Huge disappointment at the store
By GemPro
When I went to pick up my order , it was $10 more than my confirmation indicated. They insisted they couldn't "see" the discount coupon on their computer. I couldn't get reception on my phone inside the store to show them my email. She had run my credit card and when I went to sign, I saw it was too much. She said the sale already went through. So I requested a return be done and I left the store upset and with no coffee. This was my first attempt to buy and pick up in store and I wi never do so again.
kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Glinch?
December 26, 2015
When you order online the price shouldn't change because technically you bought it already and needs a signature to confirm you picked it up.
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Microsoft Sculpt Comfort H3S-00003 Wireless Mouse: This ergonomic, right-handed mouse features a scooped thumb design and a 4-way scroll wheel for easy Web browsing. Blue Track technology allows accurate use across a wide range of surface types.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Good bluetooth mouse at the lower price end
By dm0018
This mouse works for what I wanted but was disappointed that it required batteries. All the lower priced ones do.
kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Batteries?
January 7, 2016
How do you expect a bluetooth mouse to function wirelessly?
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Microsoft Sculpt Comfort H3S-00003 Wireless Mouse: This ergonomic, right-handed mouse features a scooped thumb design and a 4-way scroll wheel for easy Web browsing. Blue Track technology allows accurate use across a wide range of surface types.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5Did not work
By debee
I returned this mouse within 24 hours. According to the product information on the blister pack it would work with my desktop computer. It did not. I researched on line for more information and found out that I did not have the required programs (bluetooth) to operate this mouse. This mouse apparently was designed for laptops, not older desktops.
kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Most desktops...
January 7, 2016
doesn't usually have bluetooth as standard feature. Do you have bluetooth on your desktop?
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Enjoy spacious storage and enhanced performance with this SanDisk Ultra II solid state drive, which features a 960GB capacity and nCache 2.0 technology to ensure rapid transfer speeds and quick startup times.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5Poor quality
By Jeff
from Little Rock, AR
Unit failed within 30 days on install. Reporting fatal errors and DiskUtil is unable to repair. I have a paperweight now.
kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Warranty repair
February 22, 2016
Send it to Sandisk for replacement
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 Tablet: With a vivid Super AMOLED touch screen and adaptive display technology, this versatile tablet brings your photos and videos to life. Dual quad-core processors make it easy to navigate home screens and apps. SideSync and Quick Connect technologies integrate your other Samsung devices, so you can easily transition to working and playing on your smart TV or smartphone.
Overall3 out of 5
3 out of 5Nice tablet but limited connectivity
By jambrose
from Knoxville,TN
The tablet itself is fast, very functional and has a great display.
My only complaint is that I wish the salesmen had told me that I could have purchased the model with a built in hot spot.
Then, I could have used it anywhere rather than relying on a strong wi fi single that is not always avaiable.
kanehi
Honolulu, HI
SIM
March 3, 2016
For models with SIM cards to use with cell phone carriers the price of the tablet would be expensive plus you have to purchase plans or pay as you go. The best way is to use your cell phone's hotspot and use it as a way of connecting wirelessly but then you might have limited data buckets on your plan (if any)
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Insignia™ Bluetooth Optical Mouse: Enjoy easy mouse control that won't take up a USB port with this Bluetooth-enabled mouse, which features an ambidextrous design for comfortable use. The optical technology provides accuracy for everyday use.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5doesn't work at all
By BobH
Mac won't recognize, iPad won't recognize, iPhone won't recognize, ... battery in, power on, 'connect' button pushed, flashing blue light, but nothing! Pretty sad. I'll try again tomorrow (it's Friday the 13th, I should know better!). Then return.
kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Apple bluetooth
May 3, 2016
I guess Apple's Bluetooth is different. I tried linking my Android phone's Bluetooth to an iPhone and it wouldn't connect. I heard some Bluetooth headphones are not compatible either.
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With a removable camera compartment and a dedicated tablet divider, this flexible Platinum PT-DMB01CC messenger bag lets you bring your digital camera and accessories wherever you go. The zippered closure offers easy access to your equipment.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Perfect Fit!
By cwhiz
from Ronkonkoma, NY
Saw these bags and first bought the taller and smaller one. My Nikon P900 just didn't fit it so I returned it and picked up this one. The bag has nicely made features and more importantly, holds my camera and other gear with ease.
It has an adjustable wide rubber sided shoulder strap and I brought it all the way in to use mostly as a carry handle. Unfortunately, this bag could have used a nice carry handle on it so I wouldn't have to re-adjust the strap for shoulder carry. Although, it would be something of an engineering feat to design one that would allow you to lift the bag without pulling the cover open with magnetic catches which work just fine. They do however, make it really easy to keep everything secure while walking around and going for the camera when needed.
The green and brown appointments look great and don't show any dirt or smudges. Al in all, a nice bag at at decent price but only got four stars due to the lack of a carry handle.
It has an adjustable wide rubber sided shoulder strap and I brought it all the way in to use mostly as a carry handle. Unfortunately, this bag could have used a nice carry handle on it so I wouldn't have to re-adjust the strap for shoulder carry. Although, it would be something of an engineering feat to design one that would allow you to lift the bag without pulling the cover open with magnetic catches which work just fine. They do however, make it really easy to keep everything secure while walking around and going for the camera when needed.
The green and brown appointments look great and don't show any dirt or smudges. Al in all, a nice bag at at decent price but only got four stars due to the lack of a carry handle.
kanehi
Honolulu, HI
I beg to differ
May 8, 2016
I bought the smaller bag and it fits my Nikon P900 perfectly.
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Access digital work tools with this Dell Inspiron laptop. The 17.3-inch screen lets you maximize documents for personal viewing comfort, and the full keyboard includes a 10-key pad to make data entry easier. This Dell Inspiron laptop comes with a touch screen for added navigation options and NVIDIA GeForce 940MX graphics that let you move from work to gaming.
Can the back cover be opened for upgrades? what is accessible / upgradable? drive? memory?
Yes the back can be opened. It has 12 Philips screws which you undo, then gently nudge the back open (use a credit card as not to scratch the material). Once opened you have access to the HDD, WI-Fi card and RAM and a M.2 memory slot
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Enjoy a strong, stable Wi-Fi connection with the unique antenna on this Lenovo Yoga laptop. It has a 15-inch IPS touch screen with 1920 x 1080 resolution that looks crisp and clear, even when viewed from an angle. This Lenovo Yoga laptop has 8GB of onboard RAM for efficient multitasking and a 360-degree hinge for tablet or laptop use.
I found a deal as below. "SAVE UP TO $150 ON SELECT LENOVO COMPUTERS Plus, college students can save an additional $150" but I don't know how to get this deal with buying this laptop. Also, is the deal only for August?
You have to enroll with BB with an ".edu" email and they'll send you the student discounts. This email is what you use in school.
7 years, 7 months ago
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What to buy
what is a great wireless printer for a future college student ?
Any printer with wifi or Bluetooth option should be good to go. The big question is how much the inks will cost in the long run. If you do print a lot of color or black/white a laser printer would be much cheaper in the long run.
8 years, 5 months ago
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kanehi
Honolulu, HI
my dell laptop is having an hinge that looks like it's about to split open...lap is hard to close ...who fix this problem?
If it's still under warranty Dell should fix it for free.
8 years, 5 months ago
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kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Blu-ray laptop to TV
Can the Sony Vaio VGN-NW270F 's blu-ray player drive, when connected with an hdmi cord to a HD TV, preform just as well as a blu-ray player?
Yes it should have the same performance, bluray is bluray
8 years, 5 months ago
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kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Toshiba Satellite Radius Laptop: Catch up on emails, browse the Web and stream content onto your HDTV with this laptop, which features a 10-point touch-screen display for easy navigation and wireless display capability for watching content on your compatible TV.
How well is that graphics card?
How well can this laptop take games like Warcraft 3 or company of heroes, and Starcraft 3, also, how good is the graphics card compared to the Inspiron N5040?
This is a Pentium processor so it's not a powerful one to play extensive gaming and besides it only comes with 4gb RAM. You will be seeing lag while gaming.
8 years, 5 months ago
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kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Toshiba Satellite Radius Laptop: Catch up on emails, browse the Web and stream content onto your HDTV with this laptop, which features a 10-point touch-screen display for easy navigation and wireless display capability for watching content on your compatible TV.
How long does it take to charge the battery, before it turns on?
I have been charging it for quite a while now, and all I see is the red light indicating battery charging. I don't see the light for the on off or for the wireless.
It takes 2-3 hrs to charge the battery and it does charge while in use. No light for the wireless but you can see the icon on the desktop if it's active. And this laptop doesn't have backlighting.
8 years, 5 months ago
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kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Toshiba Satellite Radius Laptop: Catch up on emails, browse the Web and stream content onto your HDTV with this laptop, which features a 10-point touch-screen display for easy navigation and wireless display capability for watching content on your compatible TV.
What does Satellite Radius mean?
"Radius" means the laptop is a 2 in 1 which can turn into a tablet when the screen is rotated all the way.
8 years, 5 months ago
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kanehi
Honolulu, HI
Toshiba Satellite Radius Laptop: Catch up on emails, browse the Web and stream content onto your HDTV with this laptop, which features a 10-point touch-screen display for easy navigation and wireless display capability for watching content on your compatible TV.
HDD replaceable
Can I install a solid state drive in place of the 500gb HDD, or is that not upgradeable like the Ram
Yes you can. Unfortunately Microsoft doesn't like it's system cloned so you have to fresh install Windows 8.1 or 10 on the SSD drive.
8 years, 5 months ago
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kanehi
Honolulu, HI
HP Stream 8 Tablet: Step up your productivity and keep your workflow at your fingertips on a multitouch display with wide viewing angle. This powerful tablet includes plenty of internal storage and a full-size USB port to simplify moving and storing your files.
How does one get the free T-Mobile monthly 200MB - there's NO SIM in the box!?
This model doesn't have a SIM card slot. The 5901 Stream has the Tmobile option
9 years, 3 months ago
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kanehi
Honolulu, HI