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A new standard of comfort and precision. Logitech's most advanced trackball for trackball enthusiasts and consumers searching for alternatives to mice and touchpads. Delivers 20% less muscular strain compared to a regular mouse. MX ERGO PLUS features a unique adjustable hinge and extra 10° wedge for customized comfort and the latest tracking, scrolling and power management technology. Logitech FLOW enables effortless multi-computer control.
Customer Rating
5
Best trackball mouse so far
on September 25, 2017
Posted by: MacUser
from Sacramento, CA
Hands down, this is the best trackball mouse I have used so far. Being a mechanical designer by profession, I work 8+ hours on computer and use mouse 100% of the time. I've been doing this since years and my hand started showing carpel tunnel syndrome. I have been using Logitech's G602 gaming mouse for my design work in SolidWorks as the mouse has a lot of buttons that I had programmed with my design software for shortcuts. Everything was working perfectly until the day I started feeling pain in my hand and my productivity started going down as I had to take breaks after every half an hour or so to give some rest to my hand. As a result, I couldn't keep up with my workload and couldn't finish my work on time. My coworker recommended I use a trackball mouse and I came across this Logitech's MX Ergo Plus and my life has changed ever since. This was a life saver for me. I feel less pain in my hand now. It does take some time to get used to but once you get a hang of it, there's no looking back. Not that my other mouse is/was bad, it's just didn't work out. I do, however, miss all those extra buttons for shortcuts which this trackball mouse lacks but it's better to spend 5 extra minutes/day rather than wasting an hour/day. I said 5 minutes because that's probably how much I would save by the shortcuts.
The mouse itself uses bluetooth and can be charged with a usb cable provided with it. So far, I haven't noticed any lag using it in wireless mode which some people might be concerned for. Battery life is also great. The trackball itself is very impressive and works like charm. It's very smooth to operate. And the best part is it's tilt adjustablity. The mouse base is attached to a magnet and can be adjusted from 0 to 20 degree depending on your comfort level as was advertised by the company.
I would definitely recommend this trackball to everyone, specially if you are like me who spends majority of their time working on computer with extensive use of mouse. But as mentioned above, it will take some time to get used to it. I'm very happy with this trackball.
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Work with your files on the road via this My Cloud Home personal storage device. Mobile, desktop and web-based apps let you access to up to 4TB of files from anywhere there's an internet connection. This My Cloud Home personal storage device plugs directly into your Wi-Fi router for convenient centralized file storage and backups.
Customer Rating
5
Worth every penny
on September 25, 2017
Posted by: MacUser
from Sacramento, CA
I decided to go with this based on WD's reputation in the market and my experience with their products in the past. I'm glad that I did and the product lived upto my expectations. I like the two tone finish (color) of the drive. It is powered by an AC power adapter. I already own WD's 2TB external portable hard drive and now added this 4TB cloud drive. Set up was much easy. I set it up and connected my previous hard drive to it's USB drive. So now I literally have 6TB of storage space. I attached the drive to my router (ethernet cable is provided with the drive), created an account at mycloud.com/hello, downloaded the software in my laptop and was ready to transfer files within few minutes. The data can be backed up using their desktop or mobile app. Speed is very good as was expected, which of course will also depend on your internet speed. I have an internet connection of 75+ mbps, so the transfers happened much quickly. You can automatically sync your phone data with this drive and have a back up. You will have a peace of mind knowing all your personal data is stored in your personal drive instead of some common place shared by everyone around.
This is my first cloud drive and needless to say, I didn't know much about it and to explore it completely, it would take me months because there are so many things that you can do with this little monster. The software may be confusing to some people but the good news is WD has it's own learning center where people like me can learn and understand the technology. There are some helpful tips and tutorial videos in the website. Here's the link to that: https://mycloud.com/learn
There's no user manual provided with the drive but can be downloaded from the above link. All in all, I'm very much satisfied with this drive and hope to maximize it use.
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Enjoy a variety of entertainment with this LG mini hi-fi system. Its Bluetooth function lets you stream audio from digital devices, and you can also play music from cassettes, FM radio and CDs. This LG mini hi-fi system has a USB port to read flash drive files and includes a remote control for convenience.
Customer Rating
5
Cute little monster
on August 19, 2017
Posted by: MacUser
from Sacramento, CA
Firstly, I want to state, stunning. These speakers truly pack the full 200 watt punch with an awesome sound. Bass is great. I am exceptionally satisfied to have these. My most loved feature is the bluetooth. I can connect anything with bluetooth; my iPhone, laptop, iPad, and more to the gadget and listen remotely from any part of my house. I am an iPhone 7 user, so the only easy connection was the bluetooth. The sound quality is awesome. It also has EQ choices. It comes with a USB port as well, only to play music through it, will not work if you plug in phone, but it will charge, which is very nice. It can also play cassettes. This was a huge factor for me for getting this system. I have a huge collection of cassettes that I used to listen to in my childhood before CDs/digital audio took over. I missed listening to them but not anymore. I'm happy that I didn't throw them away, just because they reminded me of my childhood days. I am not a big fan of CDs and honestly have none to few of them in my home. So I am not very much excited about this feature. I would rather listen to the music using the USB port or through bluetooth. Good FM radio will be another upside of the system, specially for radio lovers. Although, I am not an avid radio listener but sometime, I do listen to it. It also has remote control with FM stations. It can store the stations in the memory and can be easily surfed like TV remote. So to summarize my review, I would say that this system has definitely exceeded my expectations and I am truly in love with it.
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Ensure maximum comfort from this Logitech mouse. The precise ergonomic design ensures you stay comfortable throughout the day even if you're a power user, and the additional side button lets you create a custom setup. Smooth gliding is assured from this Logitech mouse thanks to the low-resistance base that slips over any surface.
Customer Rating
5
Favorite Mouse
on July 7, 2017
Posted by: MacUser
from Sacramento, CA
I work as a Mechanical design engineer in my company and have to use mouse 99% of the time for 3D modeling in Creo and SolidWorks software. Earlier, I used to own a simple Lenovo N50 mouse and then upgraded to Logitech G602 gaming mouse. After extensive use for about 1.5 years, the mouse began giving problems. However, it had a 3 years warranty and I am in a process of getting a replacement from Logitech. I still thought of upgrading to this Logitech MX Master 2S Wireless Laser Mouse and boy, was that a great decision! One of the best features is it's rechargeability. I had to replace batteries after almost every 4 months in my old G602 but this one can be plugged into the computer to recharge. This is definitely a plus. I haven't used it enough to know how long the battery will last after one charge. The only thing that I miss from my G602 are the extra buttons that I had programmed with my design software. Other than that, this MX 2S mouse has all the features that I need, even more. MX 2S is lighter than previous MX mouse. The new design of the thumb rest makes it easier to access the scroll wheel. Another plus point is the customization with the Logitech software. Like G602, I can set custom actions for different applications. It is so far my favorite mouse.
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Listen to music hands-free with this LG wireless headset. It lets you answer or ignore a call with voice commands, and the wireless earbuds charge when they're resting inside the neckband, ensuring they're ready for use. The neckband of this LG wireless headset provides vibration alerts for incoming calls and texts, so you'll never miss a message.
Customer Rating
4
One of the best headphones
on June 9, 2017
Posted by: MacUser
from Sacramento, CA
Hard to believe I actually loved these little monsters. I have tried quite a few different sets of headphones ranging from Beats to Sony to few others but this was the first time I tried LG headphones and am surprised how great they work. The ear buds themselves are very comfortable and not as awkward as they may look. The mic does a good job too. Getting the buds out of box was bit of a pain but everything after that is a piece of cake. Pairing was easy and smooth. No rocket science there. I downloaded LG app on my iPhone which lets you do things far more than you would imagine. There are some compatibility issues at times. That's the reason I took 1 star off the rating. Other than that, it's a must have accessory. Sound is great, headphones themselves are lightweight, very comfortable to wear and battery life is also amazing.
My Best Buy number: 3319282204
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Enjoy immersive sound with these Bluetooth Sony EXTRA BASS over-ear headphones. The presets let you choose between arena, club, hall and outdoor stage sound, and the noise-canceling technology lets you block out the world while you listen to tunes. Listen wirelessly for up to 18 hours with these Sony EXTRA BASS over-ear headphones.
Customer Rating
4
Incredible sound with heavy bass
on April 12, 2017
Posted by: MacUser
from Sacramento, CA
Just like Sony's any other product, I was impressed with the way they packaged the headphones. It earned 1 star right there. Ever since Apple decided to leave headphone jack out of the iPhone, Bluetooth headphones have become very popular. I was so excited upon receiving these and immediately put them on charge after opening. I connected them with my iPhone 7 upon charging. The phone asks you to download Sony's headphone app which I didn't find much user friendly. However, you can adjust the bass between -10 & +10 using the app which is kinda cool. You can do that with the manual switch provided on the headphone also. The on/off and bass buttons are on the left side while all other controls (volume, play/pause, and skip) are on the right side of the headphones. With a little practice, it is easy to turn the Extra Bass on and off, adjust the volume, pause songs, and skip to the next song. They connect with the phone without much efforts and there are no connectivity issues. The battery life is also quite impressive. It's supposed to last for 18 hours. So far I have used them for about 12 hours and they are still going good. I have owned couple of Sony's headphones in past and it is safe to say that these definitely top the list. They are lighter and more comfortable than my other pairs of Bluetooth headphones and last longer between charges. The controls are intuitive. Extra heavy bass is the selling feature. You can turn it on and off. On some songs, it sounds amazing, but on others, it becomes a bit too muddy, so you have to turn it off; therefore, it is a huge plus that this can be done without removing the headphones. The headphones do not come with a carrying case. This is a surprise as a carrying case does not cost that much to include and this would make the headphones much more usable for those on the go. I knocked off 1 star for this reason.
My Best Buy number: 3319282204
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Make your home an internet haven with this versatile Linksys Velop wireless Wi-Fi system. Three identical tri-band dual-stream AC2200 routers, each equipped with a quad-core ARM Cortex-A7 processor, deliver lightning-fast internet. Equipped with Bluetooth 4.0/LE, this Linksys Velop wireless Wi-Fi system is simple to set up and pairs easily with computers, tablets and smart devices.
Customer Rating
3
Very effective but expensive wi-fi system
on January 23, 2017
Posted by: MacUser
from Sacramento, CA
I have been playing with this gadget for almost a week as I wanted to give it a decent amount of trial time before giving my reviews. I must say that I am a bit disappointed with Velop considering it's high price as compared to its competitors. I love its pleasant look. The functionality is very limited. It's a Dual band wi-fi system which includes 5GHzs & 2.4GHz. Apart from that, Velop has a dedicated 5 Ghz backhaul channel which helps in linking the units (or nodes) together. The primary router unit utilizes one band to send the signals to a satellite unit, and the satellite uses one of its 5GHz band only to receive that signal. Then it uses the other two bands to rebroadcast the signal to clients. If you have a small home (up to 2000 sq. ft), 1 unit will suffice. You can connect it to the ethernet wire and it will work just like a regular router but if your home is big, you can put more units to automatically extend your internet range. It will be highly useful if you have a multi story house. Velop is capable of delivering upto 400 Mbps of high internet speed.
The good think about Velop is that there is no drop in internet speed. I have a 75 Mbps internet and usually get around 70-72 Mbps. After the speed tests, it was proved that we do not lose any speed. Sometime I even get more than 75 Mbps, not sure if it's because of the unit or from network itself. Setup was super easy. Took me about 10 minutes per node. However, it does not come with any instructional manual, just a card that asks you to install the linksys app, which I did and it walked me through the whole process. You will need to create an account with linksys to set up the system. The app will show all the devices that are connected to the network and you can then control them the way you want. For ex. if you want to block any phone user from opening facebook on their phone's web browser, you can simply go on to the list and then select that particular user and block that website. The person won't be able to open facebook.com anymore but he can still use the facebook mobile app. I hope they take care of this issue in their future updates.
Other than that, Velop works great and does the job it says it will. The only drawback is its high price. So if you are in a tight budget, you may want to look for something else or you can get a single pack or 2 pack system of Velop.
My Best Buy number: 3319282204
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Enjoy nonstop music while charging your iPhone with this Belkin Lightning Audio + Charge RockStar adapter. It keeps your iPhone 7 or 7 Plus fully functional while plugged in, and it's compatible with Apple MFi-certified cables and headphones. The 12W power pass-through of this Belkin Lightning Audio + Charge RockStar adapter provides optimal charging speed for compatible devices.
Customer Rating
2
Somewhat good, somewhat bad!
on January 18, 2017
Posted by: MacUser
from Sacramento, CA
I'll spare you the diatribe on Apple omitting an audio jack from the iPhone 7. It's annoying, but it's what they did. Unfortunately, the result of this is that, out of the box, you can't charge your iPhone 7 and listen to music via wired headphones. Some of us have invested in nice non-wireless headphones and would like to actually use them while we charge our phones.
This adapter from Belkin solves the problem. It allows you to charge your iPhone 7/7+ while using headphones, and it does that perfectly. All the controls work, 3rd party headsets work and it charges while listening. This adapter does this trick without any degradation in audio quality. The only thing would have loved more is for there to be an audio headphone jack on this adapter, like the iPhone 7, it doesn't have one either.
Ok so now the main issues with this unit: 1) This adapter does not work with Apple's Smart Battery Case. You must remove the case before the adapter will function properly. 2) This adapter does not pass data through to your laptop. It's no longer possible to develop iPhone applications or sync your iPhone while listening to music on your iPhone at the same time. These two use cases were previously supported when the iPhone had a 3.5 mm headphone jack. It's also worth pointing out that this adapter does not function as a headphone splitter, even though it logically makes sense to support that functionality on something that appears to be a splitter. For $40 dollars, I expect this adapter to work with iTunes and Xcode. But we do not live in a perfect world, so you got to accept some flaws in things.
My Best Buy number: 3319282204
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Revive your Apple Watch conveniently with this Belkin Valet Charger power pack. A single charge of its 6700 mAh battery refuels a watch up to eight times, and an embedded smart chip detects connected devices for automatic wireless charging. This Belkin Valet Charger power pack includes a USB port for simultaneously charging additional devices.
Customer Rating
3
Great alternative but overpriced
on December 27, 2016
Posted by: MacUser
from Sacramento, CA
Carrying a separate charger for the apple watch while travelling has always been a nightmate, at least for me. More since I hardly use the cable to charge my watch even at home. I have the charging dock for my iphone and watch at home which eliminates the need to use the cable for charging the watch. (Honestly, I don't even know where I have kept the charging cable for my watch). This charging pack serves the same purpose but on the go. It charges the watch through Apple Watch Magnetic Charging Module and has one USB port for charging the iPhone. It has a 6700mAh battery which lets you to recharge your watch for 8 times and the iPhone 3 times before refueling the charger again. Both can be charged simultaneously, so you don't need to wait to get one device juiced up to plug the other one in. Unfortunately, it won't charge itself and devices at the same time. That's fairly common. Most of these battery packs are either in charging or discharge mode. You’ll need to plug a standard Lightning cable, which is not included, into the Valet Charger’s standard USB port. The Valet Charger itself charges using a Micro-USB cable, ideally connected to a wall charger.
That being said, this is a great alternative but you will need to shed a whopping amount of $100 for this 6700mAh rechargeable portable battery pack. If you carry the Apple Watch charging cord anyway, then there are other battery packs that offer more capacity at a much lower cost. Its just not a smart investment in my opinion.
My Best Buy number: 3319282204
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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The Shark Genius Steam Pocket Mop System is our most advanced floor cleaning system ever. Featuring both a Steam Mop and a Spray Pocket mop, the Genius system is the right solution for all your cleaning needs. Harness the power of steam to sanitize 99.9% of household bacteria*. (Sanitization studies were conducted under controlled test conditions. Household conditions and results may vary.)
Customer Rating
5
So far, so good
on December 27, 2016
Posted by: MacUser
from Sacramento, CA
I received the Shark quick flip pocket mop pro and have found it to be the easiest mop system I have ever used. It is a great product and very easy to use. That being said I have tried several others products like this and it has some great functionality that I found lacking in other options. I was very excited to use it to clean my kitchen and bathroom floors. This was my first time ever using a steam mop! Unboxing and setup was very easy, and the product`s Quick Start Guide is very well designed and easy to understand. There are two attachments you can use for this mop: the steam mop and the spray mop. You basically insert the handle into the main part, then attach the already assembled floor pad piece. Two clicks, fill the water tank, plug in, turn on and about 30 seconds later, full steam ahead! It heats up super fast and is ready to use in no time. The cord is also really long, so I could go from my kitchen to my bathroom all from one outlet. As far as the actual cleaning of my linoleum flooring, I think the job was so-so. Either that, or I don`t have very dirty floors to begin with. After one cleaning of the kitchen flooring, I didn`t see much of a difference, so I went another round of cleaning but this time I used the included spray floor cleaner. That seemed to work a bit better. My floors do look a little whiter and brighter, but I suppose the real test is seeing the gray pad after two rounds of cleaning. What`s great about these pads is that they are reusable and machine washable. The only thing that I don't like about this mop is that is does not stand up by itself like my vacuum cleaner. Overall, I'm very happy with this product.
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You step into the arena with your muscles gleaming in the light. Your opponent is trying to intimidate you with flips, splits, air punches and more, but you're not scared. The countdown ends and the battle starts. Within moments, a flurry of punches, kicks, special moves, roundhouses and more come at you — but you did your homework and are prepared. Just as a right hook lands and a leg sweep begins to take shape, you spot your chance. You jump to avoid the sweep and land a swift jab, sending your opponent back. As he staggers, you continue to duck, punch, kick and more. Just as he seems ready to counter your combo, you place a perfectly timed uppercut under his chin — sending him head over heels to the ground.With updated visuals, over-the-top action, adrenaline-pumping music and new Combo Breakers, the legendary fighting game franchise is back with Killer Instinct: Combo Breaker Pack. Select your fighter from a wild cast of combatants and step into the arena to battle it out in thrilling, heart-racing conflicts. Enjoy the fluid animations, distinctive tactics and flashy special attacks that are unique to each fighter. Arm yourself with the open-ended combo system to build huge combos as you battle your enemy, but beware — he or she will look for openings to break your string and turn the tides of battle. Featuring all eight fighters from Season 1, plus a bonus fighter from Season 2 via the included download code, you'll have plenty of combatants with which to head into battle. Are you ready for an all-new Killer Instinct experience?
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1 out of 5It says it comes with all the season 1 characters
By StKnuckle
My kids like the game so I purchased it for them... box says it comes with all season one characters... They only have access to one dude... either something is wrong or it's harder than it needs to be to figure out.
MacUser
Sacramento, CA
Install them manually!
March 24, 2015
It does come with all Season 1 characters. A lot of people have had this problem of not getting them all. Luckily I didn't. You can manually install the characters if your console didn't do it for you. Once the disc is inside the console, go the box where a "white" disc is displayed. This box shows the disc currently inside the console. Hit the menu button and then go to "manage bundle" option. You can then install all Season 1 characters from there on. Hopefully this will solve your issue. I'm still surprised how it installed automatically for me!
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Gear up to save the day with this Hasbro Playmation B2829 Hulkbuster figure, which allows your child to step into battle alongside the Marvel Avengers. Featuring 2 attacks and an earnable ability, the figure provides tons of interactive fun.
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1 out of 5What is it?
By Blondeee
I have no idea what this product is. They placed it by registers and my 4 year old saw it and wanted it. Thanks best buy for putting useless toys by the register.
MacUser
Sacramento, CA
April 27, 2016
There's a reason why they keep them there and fortunately for them, you were the victim. Great review though. Made me laugh :)
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