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The thinnest iPad ever is also the most capable. It's loaded with advanced technologies, including the Touch ID fingerprint sensor.
Customer Rating
5
Fantastic power in a compact size
on November 23, 2014
Posted by: Keyan
The new iPad Air 2 is by far the best iPad to date, in fact it is the best iOS device Apple has ever made. I am very impressed with it.
First, the size. This thing is thin. Really thin. As thin as an iPod touch and thinner than any version of the iPhone 6. The rest of the dimensions are the same as the previous iPad air.
The screen is also improved, it really does control glare better and more importantly to me the color is more uniform. The previous iPad Air had a tendency to go from a cooler to warmer color temperature from side to side and this one does not do that. Touch ID is a welcome feature for those who have gotten used to unlocking their device without entering a passcode.
Finally, the processor. The A8X is a monster. A triple core 64-bit CPU, a top end graphics core that when benchmarked is dominating every other tablet out there, and 2GB of RAM. The iPad Air 2 is just a crazy amount of computing power in an almost impossibly thin form factor. The extra memory makes a huge difference when having multiple applications open as they won't reload as often, the same goes for safari tabs, you can have several open and they won't reload when switching between them.
Overall, this is the best iPad ever made and is the most power you can get on any iOS device.
My Best Buy number: 0538103235
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Only at Best BuyPersonalize the appearance of your Apple iPhone 6 Plus or 6s Plus with this Insignia™ NS-A65T2MB case that features a stylish matte finish with glossy edges to offer an attractive look. TPU material delivers protection against scratches.
Customer Rating
4
A nice basic case
on October 9, 2014
Posted by: Keyan
For the price I am very impressed with this case. If you want minimalism this is an excellent option. The grippy texture to the sides and matte back make it feel nice in the hand. It adds minimal bulk while providing decent scratch protection. I don't think it would provide a lot of impact protection though as it is very thin. It does provide protection on all four sides though which is a good thing. If you want scratch and abrasion protection in an inexpensive case that feels nice in the hand this is a good option.
My Best Buy number: 0538103235
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Shield your Apple iPhone 6 Plus against damage with this Insignia™ NS-A65ST2C case, which features TPU material for long-lasting use and dependable protection. Fit construction and a clear design help preserve the sleek look of your device.
Customer Rating
4
Decent case if you like clear
on October 9, 2014
Posted by: Keyan
This is a decent basic case for the iPhone 6P. It has a decent amount of bumper but is still thin through the back and should provide some impact protection while not adding bulk. It does let the excellent design of the iPhone shine through...but that is also the major drawback. Clear cases are lint magnets and somehow lint and other pocket debris always finds its way under the case and after a while they just end up looking dirty. This is what happened to the one I tried for a few days. Overall it is nice if you want a clear case, but be aware of the drawbacks.
My Best Buy number: 0538103235
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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.
Customer Rating
5
So far the best all around case
on October 9, 2014
Posted by: Keyan
This case is the best one I have tried. Excellent balance of bulk to protection. I feel like the phone would survive a decent impact in this case if and when that happens. The case does not add a lot of bulk to the phone at all while covering all sides with well designed cutouts for the camera, mute/lock switch, and the bottom ports. The styling is subtle but distinct and the materials feel durable and good in the hand. Overall I am very happy with the case.
My Best Buy number: 0538103235
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Enjoy your Apple iPhone 6 Plus on the go with this Case-Mate CM031449 case, which features a built-in stand that enables simple hands-free viewing. Integrated card slots let you keep ID and credit cards easily accessible.
Customer Rating
2
Not very functional
on October 1, 2014
Posted by: Keyan
The material quality is nice and the fit is good, but overall the case just isn't very useable. Contrary to what Best Buy's website says, there is no magnetic closure of any kind, so the cover just flops around. When open, it does not fold flush to the back of the case, which causes it be VERY thick in the hand, anyone who owns a 6P knows that the last thing you need is more bulk in your hand. The card slots are positioned such that the cards will rub against the screen - if you have one of the newer metal core credit cards this could lead to screen damage. Also, while you can in theory close the lid and talk on the phone using the cutout in the cover, you cannot access the volume buttons with the lid on. This makes it very hard to use when taking a phone call as you have to open it, answer the call, close it, and then hope the volume level is acceptable. It's a nice idea but overall the case makes using the phone harder, which isn't what a case should do.
My Best Buy number: 0538103235
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Whether you're ambushed by a hail of bullets or dodging swords on a raid, maintaining contact with your teammates is essential. You want to keep in touch while you play and chat after a successful mission — not to mention let your defeated opponents know exactly what you think of their skills. You already enjoy high-quality audio with your Turtle Beach headset — now experience clear communication with crisp, detailed sound with this Ear Force 4' PS4 Chat Cable for PlayStation 4.Stay connected with other players when gaming with your PlayStation 4. The 3.5mm-to-2.5mm cable makes it easy to connect your compatible Turtle Beach headset to your console's controller. A 4' length offers a wide range of motion during use.
Customer Rating
5
Gives your 360 headsets life on Xbox One
on August 2, 2014
Posted by: Keyan
This cable along with the Xbox One chat adapter gave life to my Earforce Tango headset on the Xbox one. By setting the chat to game balance to all chat on the adapter you still hear game audio through the wireless Dolby digital base station and chat comes through the adapter. It works great, the only sad part is that I need a wire now and there is no bluetooth puck for the Xbox One, but at least I can use the headset again.
My Best Buy number: 0538103235
What's great about it: Good size
What's not so great: A bit overpriced
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Easily pair these Sony MDR10RBT headphones with your compatible Bluetooth 3.0-enabled device for simple wireless audio streaming. Beat Response Control delivers tight, robust bass, and 40mm driver units offer high-quality sound.
Customer Rating
5
Great bluetooth headphones
on July 27, 2014
Posted by: Keyan
How Often Used:3-5 times a week
These headphones provide an excellent value for the money. Solid bluetooth sound quality, dual device paring (I can have them paired to a phone or PC for phone calls and my iPad for music, etc). Also includes device controls for playback and call control. Lightweight with excellent battery life.
They also include an audio cable for listening to non-bluetooth sources or for use when the battery has drained.
Overall I am very happy with my pair of them and the price is very good.
My Best Buy number: 0538103235
What's great about it: Good sound quality
I would recommend this to a friend!
Sound Quality
4
Comfort
4
Durability
4
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TDK Life on Record Speaker:Whether the party finds you inside or out, enjoy vibrant, well-rounded music with this weatherproof speaker that features 2 full-range drivers, 1 woofer and 2 passive radiator for dynamic audio. Wirelessly stream your music and podcasts up to 33' from a Bluetooth-enabled laptop, tablet or phone.
Customer Rating
5
Incredible and surprising
on February 22, 2014
Posted by: Keyan
This speaker is amazing. While I don't call myself an "audiophile" by any means, I can still tell decent speakers from ones that are badly balanced or have poor sound quality. This speaker is the real deal, and at a good price too. I was in the store listening to the Bluetooth speakers and I saw this one at one end of the display. I thought to myself "TDK? Didn't my dad have a lot of those as VHS tapes in the 80's?" I dismissed it outright as yet another attempt to bring back some long lost label by a cheap knockoff company. Fortunately my 5 year old son was with me and while I was looking at other speakers pushed the audition button in front of a much larger speaker...turns out someone had moved the cable to this little guy. I was immediately impressed by the sound, and when I realized such a full sound was coming from this little speaker I was blown away. This thing is amazing. It is also solid as a brick, in part due to the rather large and heavy battery pack (which is actually user replaceable, a very rare thing in this age of sealed in batteries), and in part due to the solid construction. It feels tight and built like a tank with rubberized buttons with a good tactile response. It is splash and dust resistant when the side shield that covers the side ports is put into place, meaning you can use it outside without worry. It also has something very rare, light up LEDs to give you an idea of the sound level it is set to. This thing can get really loud.
The sound quality is great for such a small speaker. Of course it will not outperform large speakers in a home theater, but for its size and portability, this thing is really great. You can actually hear the bass line in your music, something that is often lost with these portable units, while mids and highs are also great quality and distortion free. The passive rear radiators really help open up the sound, while a dedicated third speaker for bass helps give your music a very full sound. Many of these portable units have two or maybe 4 speakers but they are all doing roughly the same thing, on this one the bass speaker isn't just a gimmick.
Of the portable speakers in this price range this one is by far the best, and it even holds its own against the larger systems from the major brands.
My Best Buy number: 538103235
What's great about it: Great sound, splash and dust resistant
What's not so great: Nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Kindle Fire HDX 8.9: This tablet delivers a powerful multimedia experience with its HD display and stereo sound. Experience books and magazines in stunning color, while Mayday instant customer support ensures you're never left hanging.
Customer Rating
4
Good Tablet, but
on January 3, 2014
Posted by: Keyan
The new generation of Kindle Fire HDX 8.9 is here, and it is a good tablet for someone who is an Amazon Prime member and is looking for a budget friendly tablet. The screen is very good and it performs well.
Having all of the buttons on the back is kind of an odd choice. While it makes the screen very clean, it can get confusing to remember where the buttons are, especially for new users. Also, this thing has ads all over. Amazon is in the business of selling you everything under the sun, and you will be sure to know it with this tablet. Having to pay extra to get some of them to go away is annoying, especially since this tablet is not exactly super cheap. It is also locked to Amazon's App Store and media store, so you do not have all of the freedom of other android tablets.
My last comment is not as much about the tablet as it is Amazon's advertising of this tablet. They brag about it being 20% lighter than an iPad Air, which it is, however it is also considerably smaller with a screen size and ratio that means it is more rectangular with less surface area. The iPad Air is a 4:3 9.7" screen, while the HDX is a 16:9 8.9" screen, which equates to quite a bit less screen space. So it is no small wonder that it is lighter when it is smaller! Do not expect this tablet to provide the same amount of screen space as an iPad.
My Best Buy number: 0538103235
What's great about it: Excellent screen
What's not so great: Strange ergonomics, ads
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
4
Features
4
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iPad® Air is 20 percent thinner1 and weighs just one pound, so it feels unbelievably light in your hand. It comes with a 9.7-inch Retina display, the A7 chip with M7 motion coprocessor, ultrafast wireless, powerful apps, and up to 10 hours of battery life.2 And over 475,000 apps in the App Store are just a tap away.3
Customer Rating
5
Best iPad yet
on December 28, 2013
Posted by: Keyan
Just switched up to the iPad Air from an iPad third generation (first one with retina display). What a difference the thinner bezel and weight reduction make in handing! It is now easy to hold for a long time or in one hand. Overall construction is excellent as is expected of an Apple product - with the premium in price comes the best construction and materials.
Compared to the mini with Retina I prefer the larger screen size for productivity and video watching. The Air is also slightly faster (higher clock speed) than the mini with retina, and it also displays a wider range of colors more accurately. I use my iPad for some light photo editing and review, so color accuracy and range are important to me.
The speakers are better than the previous generation, they are stereo but are so close together at the bottom that it isn't really effective at channel separation. They do seem to be slightly louder and have a wider range, but they won't replace headphones or a good speaker system.
Performance is top notch, with everything responding quickly. Infinity Blade 3 looks incredible, up to the quality of the previous console generation (Xbox 360/PS3), but not to the level of the new ones.
Overall this is the best iPad to date and one of the best tablets out there.
My Best Buy number: 0538103235
What's great about it: Light, high performance
What's not so great: Price
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5
Features
5
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SynopsisYou've received your assignment, hustled into a helicopter and skillfully maneuvered into the murky abyss of a mysterious land — with one deadly mission on your mind. You slip and sneak through dangerous territory. You spot an enemy in the distance and raise your rifle as you aim with precision. With a nearly silent pop, he drops lifelessly from view, as you press on, planting explosives to carve your way through secured fortresses, removing classified information and leaving only a trail of smoke in your wake. Welcome to a new kind of war. Tomorrow, the government will deny that your operation ever occurred. Your location will be obscured. Your alibi will be written. The war will be erased from history. But today, you bask in the glory of a perfect kill.Call of Duty: Black Ops is the latest installment in the Call of Duty franchise and the follow-up to last year's blockbuster Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. The Cold War has ended — or at least, it appears that it has. You are one of the few to know the secrets of the deadly conflicts that persist and to complete the classified operations that quietly protect the nation. You are Black Ops. Descend into the explosive combat with all-new force and all-new technologies to destroy the enemy, including new Killstreaks like Napalm Strikes, a remote-controlled explosive device and controllable helicopters. A deadlier mission than ever requires the most intensive Combat Training yet — hone your tactics offline against A.I. bots in both Free-For-All and Team Deathmatch modes and earn COD Points to purchase equipment, attachments, perks and new customization options. Further test your nerves and weapon skills in point-gambling Wager Matches, and celebrate each epic kill in Theater Mode. You are being summoned — do you have the courage to answer a grave new Call of Duty?
Overall
1 out of 5
1 out of 5Treyarch (noobs) FTL - A sorry attempt to copy MW2
By Brewcrew414
from Milwaukee, WI
Wow!!.....I am completely amazed at how terrible this game is. First of all, the campaign mode is just a joke. Absolutely boring. Nothing about campaign mode is interesting or keeps my attention at all. OH WOW the Cold War, how exciting!!! Well if you have a weak campaign mode, then maybe your online mode might be able to make the game worth it, right? NOT EVEN CLOSE The PSN servers dedicated to CODBO are a complete joke. Its like playing on dial up. Ive gone back and occasionally played MW2 and those servers are lag free. If you like a lag fest, then you'll live BO online. Nothing makes sense on CODBO online. People shooting you in mid air, super strong smgs, numerous disconnections and hot migrations, and hip fire is the easiest way to get kills? If you think its my connection that makes me lag, its not. I'm running a cable connection maxing out @ 18-20mbps on a direct connect. The online mode is so congested but I feel like the game itself lags up my ps3. In fact only with BOs has my PS3 froze up many many times, at least 1 or 2 times a week!! It feels like there is so much loading going on that its burning my PS3 up. Even the opening credits are a strain on my PS3 and it reads the HDD 4 separate times before I can actually start to look for a game! Why is there so much load time when the graphics are definitely not better than CODMW2? The guns look and feel like toys. It sounds like I'm shooting an airsoft gun. So what sucks about the game so far....campaign, originality, graphics, sounds, unrealistic physics, and ONLINE LAG. Yes its only been a month since the game has been out but with the millions of dollars that they've made off of the sales of the game and the anticipation and success of the previous CODs the least they could do it make it work properly. Zombies mode is the ONLY thing that BOs has going for it. Thanks for that. Overall a much lamer version of MW2 and not worth the $60. I dare you to rent it to see how terrible it is. I cant wait for Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 because its going to be made by the real game developers who reinvented the COD franchise. Oh if you think that I'm not credible gamer, here are my legit stats - MW2 2.3 kill/death ratio @ 150,000 kills with a win percentage of 3.0+. Black Ops 1.9 kill/death ratio at 15,000 kills with a win percentage of 3.0+.
Below are pictures of the screen when it froze.
Keyan
Not even MW3 will be..
December 3, 2010
..made by the same people, or did you miss that Activision fired the co-founders of Infinity Ward and a huge mass exodus of the rest of the main talent happened right after? Infinity Ward is nothing like it was.
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The 2nd generation Apple TV® allows you to stream movies, TV shows, photos and music from your computer to a compatible HDTV or home theater system via the built-in 802.11a/b/g/n wireless LAN connection. Smart Set-Top Box Get a world of instant entertainment with this smart set-top box. Connect to the Internet and stream movies, listen to music and access a wide variety of other content on your HDTV. Learn more about smart products. Netflix YouTube Flickr
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5Guys listen!! Don't get it.
By Anonymousapplecollector
from Savannah
You guys need to stop and listen to me and that other person. He's right, this device is terrible. I own lots of products from apple and this is so far the worst device I've ever own in my life. I've been having the first gen 160gb and it is totally worth it than this, you can actually buy and own instead of just only able to rent really expensive movies. I got this as a bd gift cause my dad knows I'm a big apple collector so I felt really sorry for him and gave it back so he can return it. So do yourself a favor and just save up $50 extra and get the 1st gen apple tv you won't be disappointed.
Keyan
Ever hear of home sharing?
December 15, 2010
Apparently you didn't actually bother to learn how to use it. You can enable home sharing from iTunes running on your home computer and share your entire iTunes library with this device. If you really want to own a movie, you can buy it through iTunes on your computer and then stream it wirelessly to the Apple TV. This gives you access to (probably) a much, much larger amount of storage than what the older Apple TV had.
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Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera with 18–135mm IS Lens: Great for the ambitious amateur or dedicated professional, this Canon DSLR camera makes it a snap to produce high-quality pictures and movies. The included UD zoom lens provides a high-resolution photo with reduced chromatic aberration and its refined image stabilization technology steadies the shot and reduces blur, resulting in a sharp and clear picture.Memory card sold separately.
Overall2 out of 5
2 out of 5Good camera, but to close to the T2i
By da12
from California
Let me start by saying I'm not a professional, but I have owned the T2i, the 50d and now the 60d. I've also rented and tested the 7d and 5d. Over the years I've read several books and got some tutoring from a professional photographer and I feel I know DSLR's pretty well. I have many amazing pictures with all the above cameras. Here is my opinion after owning the 60d.
1. The picture quality of the 50d, 60d and t2i and 7d are identical. I can't find a difference. I did see a considerable difference when I used the 5d though.
1. The picture quality of the 50d, 60d and t2i and 7d are identical. I can't find a difference. I did see a considerable difference when I used the 5d though.
2. The video quality of all the cameras seemed pretty equal.
3. I used heavy lenses on all the cameras. No difference in strength. They're all great. I do like the lightweight of the t2i for backpacking though.
4.The 60d has an okay frame rate. Faster than the 5d and t2i. It's faster frame rate is minor and at my sons soccer games, the t2i caught just a many "great" shots. Now when I used the 7d, it did give me quite a few more shots to choose from. I have to admit, for action 7d is more than a step above.
5. Yes the autofocus does have cross type on the 60d but I've never had focusing issues from the t2i, 60d or 7d or 5d. I also never noticed a difference from old 50d vs the t2i. In fact, I didn't even notice a difference between the 7d and the t2i. Maybe in low light the 7d's 19 point is better, but like I said before, I've never had any focusing issues with the 9 point center cross only system on the t2i. Just my opinion, it's all hype.
6.Battery, the t2i's battery lasted me for many hundreds of pics and videos on my last vacation of 3 days. If I was to take to many more, I probably would of needed another battery with any camera.
7. I like the simple buttons on the t2i. I don't understand why people like the controls of the more expensive cameras. After you get used to the t2i, its the fastest....at least for me.
8. Last: Price - The t2i is a bit less than 2/3's the cost of the 60d. Why spend more unless you do lots of action (7d) or want ultra high quality (5d).
In closing, for me it's all about value. The 60d is in a bad position. The expensive middle area. Missing many great features of it's big brothers, the 5d and 7d, and no real "MAJOR" improvement from the t2i. The t2i is more than worth it's price. Probably the best ever value for it's price tag. The 7d is great but a little pricey. It is great for action though. After either owning or testing all the above cameras, my next purchase will be the 5d. Now that camera's full frame sensor is really an improvement. Much sharper and vivid detail. I've learned that first hand.
By the way I returned the 60d to save for the 5d.
Keyan
I have to disagree
March 21, 2011
As my detailed review points out, there are a lot of pros to the 60D vs even the new rebel T3i. For starters, it has a kit lens that retails for more than twice what the kit lens with the Rebel's come with. Additionally, the shutter is faster, has a secondary LCD screen, better controls (I like the dual dial), better AF system, and a bunch of other things that if you just look at the flashy front page spec sheet you won't see, but when you really get into using the camera you will appreciate. It also has a "C" mode on the dial for Custom - in this mode you can define which features are auto, which are manual, etc, and gives you another place to set up options. The price difference between the Rebel and the 60D (since the 60D seems to be pretty much on perpetual sale now with Best Buy) is about $300 - which is the price difference in the kit lens alone, and you get a lot of extra features over the Rebel.
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Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera with 18–135mm IS Lens: Great for the ambitious amateur or dedicated professional, this Canon DSLR camera makes it a snap to produce high-quality pictures and movies. The included UD zoom lens provides a high-resolution photo with reduced chromatic aberration and its refined image stabilization technology steadies the shot and reduces blur, resulting in a sharp and clear picture.Memory card sold separately.
Overall
3 out of 5
3 out of 5Steep learning curve
By Picker57
from Fort Collins, CO
I have an extensive history with film SLR's, and with some very capable point-n-shoot digitals. This camera seems capable of a lot of things, many of which don't interest me. However some commonplace things seem more awkward than they should. Example: the flip-out viewer (which I love with my Canon A640) won't work jointly with the regular viewfinder. Also, resetting ISO, aperture, etc. is not nearly as intuitive as I'd like (again, this is compared to my old Canon EF film SLR).
The camera's manual is really pretty good. I purchased a "field guide" as well, and it's pretty useless.
I'm still going through a learning curve with the kit lens (Canon's 18-135mm). So far I'm not impressed, at least when comparing to my old Canon FD lenses.
Keyan
Expected behavior..
May 3, 2011
This camera is a SLR - so the Mirror will flip up and the shutter will open for video mode. When the mirror is flipped up it blocks the viewfinder to prevent extraneous light from entering the camera body and so it is out of the path of the light as it enters the camera and reaches the sensor. This is how they all work, with the exception of the translucent mirror on some of the newer Sony's - however that mirror comes with a cost of losing about 1/3 of the light entering the camera from reaching the sensor, and if dust gathers on the mirror it also shows up in your pictures...
You are using a kit lens - if you had expensive lenses on old Film camera you should expect different results. Also with film cameras the pictures you get are often not blown up to screen size, or zoomed in to do some "pixel peeping" looking for imperfections.
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Protect your digital camera in this Fastpack backpack. The mesh side pocket and outer accessory pockets allow you to carry multiple personal items along with your digital camera wherever you go.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5Does not hold zoom lens
By photon
This bag was purchased as part of a package deal best buy was offering. The bag is not large enough for the lenses that were purchased as part of the package. The front flap on the bag serves no purpose,other than being an annoyance. There are a limited number of ways to rearrange the storage area. Very dissappointed that best buy would include a bag in a package that would not hold the items purchased.
Keyan
Yes it does
May 6, 2011
Watch the product video on Lowpro's website - the front flap is for securing the zippers so you can gain access to the camera while still having the bag slung over one shoulder and not have a zipper run and open the bag all the way inadvertently.
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Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera with 18–135mm IS Lens: Great for the ambitious amateur or dedicated professional, this Canon DSLR camera makes it a snap to produce high-quality pictures and movies. The included UD zoom lens provides a high-resolution photo with reduced chromatic aberration and its refined image stabilization technology steadies the shot and reduces blur, resulting in a sharp and clear picture.Memory card sold separately.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Durable DSLR
By bobbybilly
from Chicago
I was going back and forth between the 60D and the 7D. Besides the $600ish price difference what is the real difference to the "typical" consumer? While I was prepared to purchase the 7D, I was concerned about the size (and secondly for me the weight). After handling the 7D I realized it was a significantly more robust camera than the 60D. A bit more than I was looking for as a hobbyist photographer. That being said, the 60D still has a very full and robust feel and is comfortable to hold. Its predecesor, the 50D (which I have not handled), had a metal body (which also added weight). The 60D is not metal but still feels very stable and firm, not cheap by any means. I don't think the non-metal case is an issue, but rather a benfit, because it makes it lighter.
As I learned from reading specs. on other websites, the 7D, 60D, and Rebel T3i have the EXACT same 18 megapixel image sensor. In image controlled image tests on these websites, it is pointed out that image quality between these three cameras will be almost the same.
The main difference between i see between these cameras is the ability to cusomize both menu and button functions, and customize how you shoot your photos. The 7D, however is significantly more advanced in that it has Dual processors (not image sensors), which will result in much faster image processing, and therefore more photos per second. Also, the 7D also has superior autofocus capabilities (19 points vs 9) which will help in focusing. Of course faster is always better, the 60D has been super fast for me (5.3 frames per second), and I havent had any focusing problems.
Another thing pointed out by websites and people I know is that the lens you attatch will have more effect on the photo quality than the actual camera body. This makes sense, especially considering 3 cameras with the same image sensor..
I was concerned about the 18mm-135mm lens in the kit. I am glad that I purchased the kit with the lens. Although it does feel "cheep" (I knew this when I purchased) it does seem to take great photos. It is noisy (uses a DC motor, like a little toy car sound), but still think it is worth it in the "kit". I probably wouldnt pay the $500 this lens sells for separately, but with the kit, it is a good value if you do not have many or any lenses.Takes better pictures than the way it feels.
Considering this was my first DSLR I decided to purchase the 60D Kit, and spend the extra money on purchasing "better" quality lenses. I have purchased the 70-300mm USM (quiet) tele-zoom lens plus the 60d kit for less than the 7D kit with one lens.
Although, I never planned to use it, I was however very disapointed with the LiveView (use the LCD screen instead of the viewfinder to take pictures) on the 60D (don't know about the others). It takes too long to focus in this mode. Because it is so SLOW (compared to regular viewfinder), I find it a useless function.
Some review have not liked the lack of tactical feedback from the buttons (button are not overly responsive). Although I can see how some may not like the button response, they are still quite usable, and it is not a big deal to me.
Of course there are other differences, but I found the main broad differences are as follows. Since all have the exact same image sensors:
-T3i is good for budget consious who is not overly concerned with custimization or options when taking photos (3.7 frames per second)
-60D has more options, and is faster than the T3i (5.3 frames per second)
-7D is much faster at processing and focussing camera for those who want specific photo options available to them. (8 frames per second)
-T3i is good for budget consious who is not overly concerned with custimization or options when taking photos (3.7 frames per second)
-60D has more options, and is faster than the T3i (5.3 frames per second)
-7D is much faster at processing and focussing camera for those who want specific photo options available to them. (8 frames per second)
Keyan
Switch the focus mode
May 25, 2011
Switch the live view focus to quick mode. It will flip the mirror back down and use the phase array, and then flick the mirror back up. Much faster.
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This external flash features a low recycle time, full 180° swivel in either direction and full flash control on the compatible EOS digital SLR camera's menu.
Overall3 out of 5
3 out of 5Average
By Semperfiusa
from Texas
The tilt and swivel mechanism is super tight. Feel like you may break it to turn it. I have a Canon 7D and this flash can't come close to keeping up when camera is in burst mode.
Keyan
Mine is fine
August 13, 2011
Are you pressing the release button before trying to move it? Also I am not sure there is a hotshoe flash on the planet that can maintain 8 FPS. The full speed burst rate of the 7D is not designed for use with flash.
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This external flash features a low recycle time, full 180° swivel in either direction and full flash control on the compatible EOS digital SLR camera's menu.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5A must for your dSLR
By Keyan
A hotshoe flash is a must for a dSLR camera to get the best pictures, especially if you are going to do any kind of indoor photography or long distance shots outside. I find this one to be the best one for my 60D. It is not as large as the 580, and since the 60D can be a wireless flash controller I don't need the 580 to be a command unit for that either. The construction is rugged and the case is nice ballistic nylon and fits it well.
These flashes are very advanced and can even receive zoom data from your lens to adjust the power and focus of the flash appropriately. Additionally, it has a red AF assist light that puts out a grid on your subject allowing the AF system in the camera to have an ideal pattern to use for focusing. This is vastly improved over the strobe effect the pop-up flash will use for AF assist. It is also fully articulated and can be fired in just about any direction allowing for some really neat bounce flash effects. Additionally, it can be used wirelessly to provide off-camera flash and even comes with a stand (that slips into its own pocket in the case!) for this purpose. Some Canon cameras can act as a controller without a master unit, while others will require either a 580 or the hotshoe wireless master unit for this ability.
Recycle time is very, very fast, able to fire several times a second with no noticeable whine as the capacitors charge up. I would suggest some high discharge rate (not the same as mAH capacity) NiMH batteries to feed this flash unit as quickly as possible so it is always ready.
Overall, this is a must have if you are serious about taking indoor and flash photography to the next level to with your dSLR.
Keyan
Yes
August 13, 2011
I have used it with the wireless controller built into the 60D. It works very well indoors, outside you need to have it on a line of sight with the camera for it to work well. Since I use it almost entirely inside that isn't much of a concern for me.
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Canon EOS 60D DSLR Camera with 18–135mm IS Lens: Great for the ambitious amateur or dedicated professional, this Canon DSLR camera makes it a snap to produce high-quality pictures and movies. The included UD zoom lens provides a high-resolution photo with reduced chromatic aberration and its refined image stabilization technology steadies the shot and reduces blur, resulting in a sharp and clear picture.Memory card sold separately.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Digital Camera mirrors the SLR of Old
By kamuizot
from North Carolina
I've used Canon cameras for a long time. 10 years ago I bought a Sony Digital and haven't used film ever since. That Sony has served me well, but when it came time to upgrade to the Digital SLR I found comfort in the fact that the new cameras used the basic layout of the old film cameras. With this camera I know where to look for things like Shutter speed and F-stop adjustments. I know where the focal sensors are and how to adjust them as well even though I just bought this camera. I did not find this true when I experimented with a friends new Nikon digital SLR. This isn't a negative reflection on Nikon, I simply know Canon cameras better and I'm glad to see that Canon kept the basic layout no matter how much more complex these cameras have become.
This camera is obviously more complex than the old film cameras. I've been trying to get comfortable with all the bells and whistles this camera will do. However, the basic shooting and adjusting needed to take good pictures is easy to find and I love how easily I can shoot, adjust, shoot and adjust.
I don't like the software that comes with this camera. It isn't at all easy to use. The raw files, CR2, is also something of a pain. I can only open them with the Canon software and they are really big files to keep if I am rarely going to use them.
I love the flip out screen, but I worry that I'm going to break it off in a moment of distraction.
Keyan
RAW isn't that hard..
November 21, 2011
There are lots of software options that can read RAW files, even windows can download a codec so you can preview them just like any other jpeg. All products from Adobe (Photoshop Elements, Lightroom, CS5, etc) can handle the RAW files with ease.
They aren't designed to be small, they are the completely uncompressed image directly from the Camera's sensor. JPEG images lose some of the picture data as part of the compression, RAW files don't.
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This extremely convenient Digital Sound Projector is low profile enough to fit neatly in front of a TV and is 3D compatible (HDMI V.1.4a). Low profile soundbar allows positioning in front of most TVs for a neat and compact AV system. Subwoofer is also convenient can be placed vertically or horizontally. Digital Sound Projector technology provides true surround sound for maximum enjoyment.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5I hope I got a bad one
By CJ1969
from Chicago, IL
Honestly, this things sounded even worse than just hooking a cheap pair of PC speakers up to my TV. I sincerely hope I just got a bad one. It was tinny, thin sound. I didn't even bother hooking up the subwoofer after I heard the soundbar by itself. HORRIBLE.
Keyan
The sub is essential..
January 16, 2013
The subwoofer also includes the woofers and props up the mids, you really should have bothered to listen to the entire unit before making a judgement call.
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Capture quality vlogs with this black GoPro HERO10 camera. The removable rechargeable 1720 mAh battery offers long shooting periods, while the rugged, waterproof design allows flexible use on different terrains. This GoPro HERO10 camera features a 1.4-inch screen for framing shots seamlessly, and the 23MP sensor captures 5.3K videos effortlessly.
Does it use the same size batteries as prior version?
ASUS ROG Zephyrus Gaming Laptop. Enjoy everyday gaming with this ASUS notebook PC. The AMD Ryzen 9 processor and 16GB of RAM let you run graphics-heavy games smoothly, while the potent NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 graphics produce high-quality visuals on the fast 15.6-inch 165hz QHD display. This ASUS notebook PC has 1TD SSD that shortens load times and offers ample storage.
May I know this model come with ryzen 7 and RTX 3060? or GTX 1660ti? thx
ASUS ROG Zephyrus Gaming Laptop. Enjoy everyday gaming with this ASUS notebook PC. The AMD Ryzen 9 processor and 16GB of RAM let you run graphics-heavy games smoothly, while the potent NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 graphics produce high-quality visuals on the fast 15.6-inch 165hz QHD display. This ASUS notebook PC has 1TD SSD that shortens load times and offers ample storage.
The spec list says 2*2.5W speakers. It should be 4 speakers and 2 tweeters according to the asus website???? Does this have the 90 Whr battery?
I wouldn't fully trust the best buy spec sheet. Yes, it has the 90 Whr battery. On the silent performance setting, it can get about 10 hours of run time.
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ASUS ROG Zephyrus Gaming Laptop. Enjoy everyday gaming with this ASUS notebook PC. The AMD Ryzen 9 processor and 16GB of RAM let you run graphics-heavy games smoothly, while the potent NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 graphics produce high-quality visuals on the fast 15.6-inch 165hz QHD display. This ASUS notebook PC has 1TD SSD that shortens load times and offers ample storage.
Does the lid have some color inside some of the dots? I know this one doesn't have an animated lid, but several pictures show the lid with streaks of colors in it, but the one I have seen in person appeared to be solid grey (with no color in the dots).
There is a holographic film under most of the dots. When the light catches it just right, you'll see a pop of rainbow color peek through. It's pretty cool.
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If esports is everything, give it your all with the Razer BlackShark V2. Introducing a triple threat of amazing audio, superior mic clarity and supreme sound isolation. Fitted with titanium-coated drivers, a USB sound card, softer ear cushions and THX Spatial Audio, your time to turn pro is now.
Can I use this headset with my Macintosh computer and my Android phone?
You can use this with any device with a standard 3.5mm headphone jack, or an adapter that has that type of jack on it.
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All the Power You Expect, without the Cord. Go where ambition takes you with the Cordless Hand Mixer from KitchenAid. Designed with a powerful rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery, the new cordless hand mixer delivers optimal run time and performance, so you can cook wherever*, whatever, and however you choose. Make up to 200 cookies on a full charge.***Indoor use only. **Based on 4 batches of chocolate chip cookies.
Does this have metal gears?
I would say no. The attachment points to the paddles are plastic at any rate, and that is likely to be the area of the most wear.
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Obtain high-quality color prints with this Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer. The 4.3-inch LCD touch-screen panel simplifies operation, while dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity and voice-activated printing provide enhanced efficiency and support a smooth workflow. This Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer utilizes a six-ink system with a photo blue ink tank for brilliant results.Prints up to 15 ISO ipm* in black, up to 10 ipm* in color
Does this device scan aswell as print.
Obtain high-quality color prints with this Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer. The 4.3-inch LCD touch-screen panel simplifies operation, while dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity and voice-activated printing provide enhanced efficiency and support a smooth workflow. This Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer utilizes a six-ink system with a photo blue ink tank for brilliant results.Prints up to 15 ISO ipm* in black, up to 10 ipm* in color
Does this printer support 5ghz wifi systems?
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Does this printer have Air Print feature
Obtain high-quality color prints with this Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer. The 4.3-inch LCD touch-screen panel simplifies operation, while dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity and voice-activated printing provide enhanced efficiency and support a smooth workflow. This Canon PIXMA wireless inkjet all-in-one printer utilizes a six-ink system with a photo blue ink tank for brilliant results.Prints up to 15 ISO ipm* in black, up to 10 ipm* in color