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- First reviewOctober 21, 2009
- Last reviewAugust 4, 2017
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- First review commentDecember 7, 2013
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This battery backup features 8 outlets for use with numerous electronics, including printers, monitors, scanners and more. EMI/RFI filters shield electromagnetic interference and a resettable circuit breaker lets you reset in case of an overload.
Customer Rating
5
Lightweight; Great Size
on February 28, 2015
Posted by: havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
I was surprised at how light this is but construction seems durable. Perfect size and price for this item. I'm using it with my laptop; I like having the surge protection plus the extra battery backup in case of an extended power outage.
My Best Buy number: 2159931860
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Listen to music and more on the go with these Insignia™ speakers that deliver 1.5W RMS total system power to ensure quality sound. The magnetic design enables easy portability.
Customer Rating
4
Clear but Bright
on February 28, 2015
Posted by: havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
I bought these speakers to fit on a laptop stand which is kind of wedge shaped and so there is not a lot of space on either side of the 15.6" screen laptop. I needed speakers that were no more than 3.25" wide and these are 3" wide. Size wise they fit perfectly. These speakers have plenty of volume, especially if you have them next to a laptop. Sound quality is surprisingly clear; however, it's also noticeably bright. Obviously these speakers simply don't have the driver size needed for a lot of bass but I feel that they are still just a little too bright. Treble and high midrange is noticeably louder than low midrange. But for the price the sound is very good and I think most people will be happy with the sound quality.
My Best Buy number: 2159931860
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Only at Best Buy Enjoy your music with this Insignia™ boombox, which plays CDs and cassettes for flexible listening options. The 10 AM and 10 FM presets help you find your favorite radio programming with a simple touch.
Customer Rating
4
Gift for my Girlfriend
on February 15, 2015
Posted by: havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
My girlfriend has been using a boombox on her shelf for the last 10 years or so and one of the speakers finally stopped working. This Insignia unit made a nice little replacement for it! She likes the sound quality, it's small enough to sit on her shelf or she can take it outside when she sits on her patio. Only disappointment is that it only plays regular CDs, not CD-R/RWs with MP3s. Her old one didn't either but it would have been a nice option. However, the unit DOES have an aux-in port so she can hook her iPod to it with a small patch cable. Overall very pleased!
My Best Buy number: 2159931860
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Protect your compact camcorder from bumps and scratches when you're on the go with this hard shell case that features a retractable handle system for easy portability.
Customer Rating
5
Great for NX300 Kit Lens
on January 1, 2015
Posted by: havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
I actually bought this bag to hold the kit lens for my Samsung NX300 when I'm using the 45mm lens. Perfect fit in the top compartment, I like that it has a hard shell to protect the lens. There is also enough room in the bottom compartment for some extra memory cards.
My Best Buy number: 2159931860
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Samsung 45 mm f/1.8 Fixed Focal Length Lens for Samsung NX - 43 mm Attachment - 0.13x Magnification
Customer Rating
5
Works GREAT with NX300!
on December 30, 2014
Posted by: havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
I bought this lens to replace the kit lens for my Samsung NX300. This is a great lens, I am very pleased. Fairly large, almost the same size as the 18mm-55mm kit lens. Comes with a lens hood which is nice. Pictures are very nice with good bokeh. One small complaint- it seems to like to "hunt" for focus a bit; it will focus all the way out and then back in. But the focus is fast, so it's a minor concern!
My Best Buy number: 2159931860
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Samsung NX300 Mirrorless Camera with 18–55mm Lens: You can capture the important moments in your life in rich detail with the Samsung NX300, which comes with a 18–55mm lens and features a Samsung NX mount that lets you switch out your lenses (additional lenses sold separately). Once you've captured the images and HD video footage you want to share with loved ones, just connect to your devices via the camera's built-in Wi-Fi.Memory card sold separately.
Customer Rating
4
Excellent pictures!
on November 26, 2014
Posted by: havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
What a nice camera. Pictures are sharp, clear and accurate. Having an APS-C sensor in such a small body is a huge plus; the sensor can really capture a lot of information leading to accurate colors and clarity. Some minor gripes- the included flash is weak and there are noticeable shadows when using the included kit lens. Also, autofocus has some difficulty in low-light situations where I feel it should still had enough light to focus. Both issues will be resolved with using a smaller "pancake" style lens, but when using the included kit lense they detract from the overall performance. If you want a camera which is relatively small and yet can take some truly stunning pictures this is a great choice, especially if you can get it on sale!
My Best Buy number: 2159931860
I would recommend this to a friend!
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PNY's Elite Turbo Attache 4 USB 3.2 is built for speed & convenience. Experience USB 3.2 next generation speed performance with transfer speeds of 100MB/s read and transfer speeds up to 10x faster than USB 2.0. It's the perfect solution for easily storing and quickly transferring all your large documents, high-resolution photos, HD videos, and more. USB 3.2 offers the same ease-of-use and plug-and-play capabilities as previous generations of USB technologies, but with exceptional speed improvements. Designed for Reliable Portable Storage, PNY's Elite Turbo Attaché 4 USB 3.2 Flash Drive is designed with convenience and portability in mind. The portable, light-weight Flash Drive incorporates a sliding collar cap-less design that means for no more lost caps. This USB 3.2 Flash Drive is small in size, but big on performance
Customer Rating
4
Fast, lots of storage
on November 4, 2014
Posted by: havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
I bought this to replace an older 16GB USB 3.0 flash drive that was very slow. This drive is very fast, but seems to be faster with larger files than with many small files. I like that it has a light so you can see when it's in use. Only has 116GB available, still lots of room. My only complaint is that it appears to be a bit flimsy- very light and thin plastic. But for the price it's a great deal!
My Best Buy number: 2159931860
I would recommend this to a friend!
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This 2.1 channel-powered speaker system with built in subwoofer is the perfect accessory for any room. Stream your music with Bluetooth, connect a TV, DVD player, video game system, MP3 player, or computer and be blown away by the magnificent sound.
Customer Rating
5
Great for a small room!
on September 15, 2014
Posted by: havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
Type of Listener:Avid listener
Most Important to Purchase:Sound quality
How Often Used:3-5 times a week
My girlfriend ordered this for me online and picked up at our local Best Buy. We have a small system in our kitchen for background music. It's an Insignia mini CD/Receiver. The original speakers were muddy so I replaced them with a pair of Polk Audio T15s. GREAT speakers but lacking bass. She bought this speaker system for me as a gift- WOW, incredible sound! Bass is tight and surprisingly low. Each satellite has two midrange speakers and a tweeter-handles mids and highs just right. Bass is very tight, goes lower than you would expect for a small sub. Overall volume is acceptable but could be just a bit louder- we are using MP3 files @ 160kbps through an iPod fed into the receiver at 60% volume and then connected to these speakers via the headphone jack, Any higher and the bass distorts. Plenty loud enough for background music... Crank it up and it's just loud enough but 10% louder would be better. Blue LEDs make for a good nightlight, one thing I wish it had was a simple remote to turn off and on. Overall VERY happy, especially for the price... Looks cool, sounds good, didn't try Bluetooth but with a direct input the sound is very, very good!
My Best Buy number: 2159931860
What's great about it: Rich sound
What's not so great: Overall volume a bit low
I would recommend this to a friend!
Sound Quality
5
Ease of Use
5
Features
4
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![Greatest Hits, Vol. 2 [CD]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/0412/0412707_sa.jpg)
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from Mansfield, MA
I have tons of MP3s but sometimes you just want a CD to hear music in the order it was meant to be enjoyed. I love The Eagles, great background music while working from home.
I play this CD in an Insignia mini CD/receiver unit, 25 watts per channel driving a pair of Polk T15s. Sound quality is very, very good overall. No mastering issues, volume is steady from track to track. When listening to the Eagles the quality test is “Hotel California”- when the drum hits those two beats right before the lyrics start is an indication as to the quality of the mastering. I’ve heard versions where this drum beat is either overly bassy or the bass is cut down and it sounds flat. It should be sharp and deep without being boomy. This CD is mastered right, the drum beats hit perfectly, and the rest of the CD is sharp and tight!
I play this CD in an Insignia mini CD/receiver unit, 25 watts per channel driving a pair of Polk T15s. Sound quality is very, very good overall. No mastering issues, volume is steady from track to track. When listening to the Eagles the quality test is “Hotel California”- when the drum hits those two beats right before the lyrics start is an indication as to the quality of the mastering. I’ve heard versions where this drum beat is either overly bassy or the bass is cut down and it sounds flat. It should be sharp and deep without being boomy. This CD is mastered right, the drum beats hit perfectly, and the rest of the CD is sharp and tight!
My Best Buy number: 2159931860
What's great about it: Great Mastering!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![If You Leave Me Now (And Other Hits) [2012] [CD]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/4846/4846498_sa.jpg)
Posted by: havanajoe8
from Mansfield, MA
I have tons of MP3s but sometimes you just want a CD to hear music in the order it was meant to be enjoyed. I love Chicago, great background music while working from home.
I play this CD in an Insignia mini CD/receiver unit, 25 watts per channel driving a pair of Polk T15s. Sound quality is very, very good overall. Bass is surprisingly well represented, not boomy but clear and accurate. Voices sound perfect. My only complaint is that track 1 (If You Leave Me Now) is quieter than the other 10 tracks and the bass seems to overwhelm the midrange and treble just a little bit. Mastering on the rest of the CD is spot on. Great value for $5.99!
I play this CD in an Insignia mini CD/receiver unit, 25 watts per channel driving a pair of Polk T15s. Sound quality is very, very good overall. Bass is surprisingly well represented, not boomy but clear and accurate. Voices sound perfect. My only complaint is that track 1 (If You Leave Me Now) is quieter than the other 10 tracks and the bass seems to overwhelm the midrange and treble just a little bit. Mastering on the rest of the CD is spot on. Great value for $5.99!
My Best Buy number: 2159931860
What's great about it: Great Mastering (overall)
What's not so great: Track 1 volume is off
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy a DSLR-like body and sensor with a fixed lens with this Sony Cyber-Shot RX10 III camera. Powerful zoom ensures you get close up to your subject, and you can also film at up to 4K resolutions. Ultra-powerful intelligent autofocus and heavy-duty image processing ensure this Sony Cyber-Shot RX10 III camera captures the images you want..
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Small sensor
By BusStop
Bitter sweet, good zoom but small sensor will not give you the professional looking photos of a full frame camera.
Good for traveling anyway.
Good for traveling anyway.
havanajoe8
Mansfield, MA
Hmmm...
July 3, 2017
You really can't compare a camera with a 1" sensor to a full-frame... APS-C would be a closer comparison, but even still, you won't get a 600mm equivalent lens @ 4.0 for less than $12k even with an APS-C camera, and the quality on this camera is about 80% of an APS-C...
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Bring the party wherever you go with the LG X-Boom speaker cube. Wirelessly stream music from a Bluetooth-enabled smartphone or tablet, or use dual USB ports for playback or recording when connected to a USB device. Download the free LG Remote app from the Google Playstore to control the LG X-Boom speaker cube from any Android device.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Great Sound and Bass
By mmcdon
Good overall purchase but the only feature lacking is a shuffle feature if you have a usb connected.
havanajoe8
Mansfield, MA
Random
July 22, 2017
Press the "repeat" button until the display says "random". I think it's four or five clicks. You have to do this each time you turn the system on, but it works.
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With an 8,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and up to 250 cd/m² brightness, this Dell S2340M LED HD monitor displays crisp, brilliant visuals. The tilt function allows you to easily adjust the viewing angles to suit your preferences.
Can we hook up a ps3 with this monitor?
I would like to hook up my laptop and my ps3 together on this monitor i dont know if i can though
Use the VGA connector for your laptop and the HDMI connector for the PS3 and then you can use the switch on the side of the monitor to change sources.
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With an 8,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and up to 250 cd/m² brightness, this Dell S2340M LED HD monitor displays crisp, brilliant visuals. The tilt function allows you to easily adjust the viewing angles to suit your preferences.
does this speaker have sound
With an 8,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and up to 250 cd/m² brightness, this Dell S2340M LED HD monitor displays crisp, brilliant visuals. The tilt function allows you to easily adjust the viewing angles to suit your preferences.
Is this a touchscreen monitor?
Google says this is a touch screen but looking at the specs and reviews it does not look like it. So can I use it as an external touch screen for my windows 8 laptop?
This Sony DSC-HX300 20.4-megapixel digital camera features an Exmor R CMOS sensor for crisp photos and 1080/60p videos. Enhanced Superior Auto mode helps ensure clear results when shooting dynamic motion, even in dim light.Memory card sold separately.
Uploading photos and video to MacBook Pro
What is involved in uploading photos and videos from the Sony HX300 to a MacBook Pro? I can't buy this camera unless the uploading process is smooth and easy.
Easiest method is to simply take out the SD card and put it in a reader- either built into your laptop or external, and then copy the files.
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Designed for use with most 2.5" Serial ATA hard drives, this Dynex™ enclosure features USB 3.0 connectivity and is USB-powered, so you can power your drive without an adapter or cord. The aluminum material offers a durable design.
took harddrive from broken ps3 that wont turn on i want to save everything from that harddrive to the new one i do not want to format it thats why i
bought this device is there anything i can do to get the information out of it
PS3 hard drives are different than regular hard drives- they require more power. You may need to find an enclosure with a power cord to make that work.
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Designed for use with most 2.5" Serial ATA hard drives, this Dynex™ enclosure features USB 3.0 connectivity and is USB-powered, so you can power your drive without an adapter or cord. The aluminum material offers a durable design.
Do you have Windows 8 drivers available?
Worked fine for me on Windows 8- plug and play, worked as soon as I plugged it in!
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Ensure a reliable connection for your home networking devices with this network cable, featuring snagless 8P8C modular connectors for a secure fit.
Longer eternet cable
I need to move my modem more in between my computers. The cable is only 6 ft. and on in my den I can not get hooked up on line because of the distance. I thought of buying a longer cable to hook into my desktop in my office and moving my wireless modem into my kitchen and hooking it to the modem there, mid space of where the computers are. Will this work or can you advise me? Thanks
In theory you can use up to a 300 foot cable for home use with limited data loss. 50 feet is certainly fine. I am using this cable and it works perfectly!
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Designed for use with most 2.5" Serial ATA hard drives, this Dynex™ enclosure features USB 3.0 connectivity and is USB-powered, so you can power your drive without an adapter or cord. The aluminum material offers a durable design.
Why can't I get it to be recognized on my Macbook Pro for more than a few minutes?
When I plug into the USB port to get info off a Dell laptop HD, it will run (I hear it and the blue light flickers), I see it look enough to start a virus scan with MacKeeper but, after a few thousand files are scanned and it looks like it is progressing, it stops, disappears and I get a message that the disk was "...not ejected properly" and "to select it in "Finder" and eject it. Also, that Mac OS wil attempt to repair any damage to the info on the disk. I can not see it anywhere to eject properly. Can you help me retrieve the old data and then formate it for an external HD?
Are you using USB 3.0? I had errors with this enclosure on USB 3.0 but it worked fine on USB 2.0.
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Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G Standard Lens: Whether you're a beginner or professional, you'll love this compact, lightweight lens from Nikon. The normal angle of view captures approximately what the human eye sees, making it a great all-around lens. Plus, the f/1.8 maximum aperture is ideal for creating softly blurred backgrounds and shooting in low light.
what is the maximum optical zoom it can give and whether it will fit with D-5000 DSLR
It has no zoom, it's a prime lens, meaning it's only at 35mm. On a Nikon DX camera it's right around 52mm, which means what you see with your eye will look the same distance as what you see through the lens. You will need to move closer to / further away from your subject to change the view. It will work fine with a D-5000. It's a great lens!
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Mansfield, MA
Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 35mm f/1.8G Standard Lens: Whether you're a beginner or professional, you'll love this compact, lightweight lens from Nikon. The normal angle of view captures approximately what the human eye sees, making it a great all-around lens. Plus, the f/1.8 maximum aperture is ideal for creating softly blurred backgrounds and shooting in low light.
Does this fit a nikkon d40?Nikon - AF-S DX Nikkor 35mm f/1.8 Lens for Nikon F-Mount Digital SLR Cameras
Yes, it does, and in fact is the PERFECT lens for the D40. You'll be amazed at the picture quality and color depth!
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