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A quiet but powerful clean. With its near-silent operation and thorough wash cycles, this sleek Bosch dishwasher is an ideal addition to any kitchen. Plus, touch control technology makes programming each cycle simple and convenient.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Wow!!!
on April 30, 2017
Posted by: bzma2
We just replaced the original Maytag dishwasher that was installed when the house was built in 2003. It never cleaned properly and recently had been leaking. It just had so many issues.
I've had my eyes on Bosch 800 for a while, but I've been waiting. If you can wait, every a few months, Bosch offers free installation at Best Buy. So, we finally took the plunge and became $900 poorer. We just completed our first run, I loaded a pot that my mom made soup in 2 days ago and it had a ring of stain around it. I also loaded some pans and our regular plates and bowls and cups. 2 hour later, oh boy, that pot came out sparkling clean!!! I'm very very impressed. So here is the breakdown.
Pros:
- Cleans really really well, no need to pre-rinse.
- Uses less than 3 gallons of water, other dishwasher uses 6+ gallons
- Has 3rd rack, and all of them are adjustable easily
- Super quiet at 42db
Cons:
- Built in panel means you don't know how long until it's done
- Bosch has no heating element, so we have to keep door propped open after load is done. Otherwise, you will notice a pool of water on the inside of the dishwaser.
- Option to do half load so you don't have to wait to pile up your dishes
Best Buy used in-house Geek Squad agent for installation instead of 3rd party contractor. Manny was helpful and he shared some good tips. if you're unsure because this model is new for 2017, get it and you won't be disappointed. Absolutely the best out there!
My Best Buy number: 4311704343
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Keep your SoundLink Revolve or Revolve+ Bluetooth speaker charged and ready to go, with the SoundLink Revolve charging dock. It’s a convenient home base for your speaker, and you can play your music while it charges. Just plug the wall charger included with your speaker into the cradle. Available in Black.
 
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3 out of 5
3
Add-on accessory
on April 13, 2017
Posted by: bzma2
from San Francisco, CA
This product is very convenient, but I would have much preferred to have this included with the speakers.
My Best Buy number: 2022645887
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Deep. Loud. And immersive, too. SoundLink Revolve+, the best-performing portable Bluetooth speaker from Bose, delivers true 360° sound for consistent, uniform coverage. Place it in the center of the room to give everyone the same experience. Or set it near a wall so sound radiates and reflects. This wireless speaker is durable, water-resistant and easy to grab and go - with a rechargeable battery that plays up to 16 hours.
 
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4 out of 5
4
Another quality Bose
on April 13, 2017
Posted by: bzma2
from San Francisco, CA
This is my first Bose but it's my 3rd speakers in my house. I have a Sonos Play 1 and Google Home and they are all different in qualities and functions. Sonos Play 1 does not have bluetooth or internal battery and not voice recognition enabled, but it does have Wi-Fi. Google Home does not have bluetooth or internal battery but it does have voice recognition enabled.
So, Bose Revolve is a bluetooth enabled speaker and it does have internal battery so you can move it around the house or the park or anywhere. Here are the pros and cons:
Pros:
- Great voice clarity
- Enough bass without over-powering
- Great battery life
- Fast connection to bluetooth
Cons:
- Kinda an awkward design. The handle and the whole design makes the speaker looks like a thermos.
- Inability to adjust treble/bass to your liking
Overall, another quality product from Bose. Great addition in my house!
My Best Buy number: 2022645887
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Keep floors clean effortlessly with this Dyson cordless vacuum cleaner. Its powerful cleaner head removes ground-in dirt from carpets. The built-in HEPA filter in this Dyson cordless vacuum cleaner removes allergens from your living environment, and the vacuum transforms to a hand-held for spot cleaning.
 
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4 out of 5
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Improvement from V6 Animal Vacuum
on March 23, 2017
Posted by: bzma2
from San Francisco, CA
Dyson V8 is definitely the absolute vacuum for pet owners. Battery life is doubled from the previous V6, going from merely 20 minutes to 40 minutes. However, with power comes greater weight as well. The V6 came in just under 5 lbs, and V8 is at 5.6 lbs.
It's still light enough to use to clean cobweb on the ceiling or cheerios in our minivan. We're very happy with the strong suction.
The only con is the price, but you're getting a performance machine. So it's a good trade off.
My Best Buy number: 2022645887
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Make hands-free calls and listen to music with these Sony wireless in-ear sport headphones. The wireless design frees your range of motion, and the microphone makes conversations more convenient. Listen to music for over 8 hours on a single charge with these Sony wireless in-ear sport headphones, which are moisture-resistant for use during strenuous workouts.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Nice mid-range headset
on January 12, 2017
Posted by: bzma2
from San Francisco, CA
While I am not an audiophile by any means, I do have several headsets such as Bose QuietControl, Beats Audio, and this Sony Extra Bass. For the price, the Sony headset is very good. Good bass, good voice clarity, the design is very comfortable, and battery life is very good as well. I don't use it all day long, and I only have to charge it every other day and it takes about 1-2 hours to charge.
My Best Buy number: 2022645887
I would 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.)
 
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Cleans really well, Good design
on January 12, 2017
Posted by: bzma2
from San Francisco, CA
At first I was confused because it came with 2 handles. So, the other handle is there in case you want to use it as regular mop without the steamer. Nice extra but most people are buying this for the steamer option in my opinion. It also comes with an extra pad which is very nice and well-built. I already looked at replacement pads online and found several off-brands selection. I don't anticipate the need to buy additional ones for a while though. They recommend replacing the pad after 20 uses. I probably mop the house once a month, so we'll be good for at least 3 years with the 2 pads. :)
Pros:
- I love how the mop head is easily reversible without having the need to flip the pad manually.
- Pad is easily ejected through a push of a button
- Heats up fast, generous steam
- Cleans really well. We have tiles, not sure how it works on hardwood floors.
Cons:
- The only thing I can thing of is that it doesn't stand by itself.
My Best Buy number: 2022645887
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Simplify your everyday life with the Google Home, a voice-activated speaker powered by the Google Assistant. Use voice commands to enjoy music, get answers from Google and manage everyday tasks. Google Home is compatible with Android and iOS operating systems, and can control compatible smart devices such as Chromecast or Nest."
 
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I want to love it
on November 5, 2016
Posted by: bzma2
from San Francisco, CA
Let me start by saying I am a huge Google fan, owning several Google devices such as Nexus, Pixel, Chromebook, Android tablets, and so many other Android phones. So, it's only natural that I want to love Google's newest smart speaker. But it falls short from my expectations.
* Sound quality: just average. To me, you buy a speaker to listen to music or movies, and if the quality isn't good, then it serves no purpose. It has some bass, vocal clarity is decent, but the whole thing sounds a tad muffled, almost like it's covered in a cardboard box.
- Connectivity: it's a casting device. So, you can't use it as bluetooth speaker. Since I also own Sonos speaker, I can understand why the choice not to put bluetooth connectivity, but that's just another point off.
- Smart: this is definitely the strongest selling point. Kiddos have fun asking silly questions. It's nice to be able to just ask what's the weather like tomorrow when I am preparing their clothes to wear for school without having to check my phone. The mic is very good, it doesn't have too much trouble listening through my accent. :)
- Apps: currently only connecting to limited smart devices such as Nest, but we own Ecobee smart thermostat, and it's not quite there yet. So, I feel like the choice of possible smart connected devices is still very limited at this early stage. I am hopeful Google will add more connected devices.
At this point, I am giving it 3 out of 5 because it's not nearly there yet in terms of what and how I want this device to serve a purpose in my home.
My Best Buy number: 2022645887
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Bring the power of Google directly to your fingertips with the Google Pixel. A large 32GB of storage keep data secure, while unlimited cloud storage transfers data as needed, and it's completely automatic. The large 5-inch screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 4 to ensure the Google Pixel remains scratch-free.
 
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Pixel is like that geek in your senior high
on October 21, 2016
Posted by: bzma2
from San Francisco, CA
I have HTC 10 and iPhone 7, so I can provide unbiased reviews. I owned 2 Nexus devices (Galaxy Nexus and Nexus 5) in the past. So I'm very excited to get my hands on the Pixel.
Pros:
- Fast, no lagging
- Fingerprint reader placed strategically on the back, it actually does work better than being placed on the front. I thought it would be awkward, but it's pretty natural.
- Nougat UI is clean and fluid.
- Assistant is very smart! I was driving and it sent me a notification that there's an accident ahead.
- Google smart lock remembers most of my password when I downloaded my apps.
- Camera is very vivid. I was worried when I learned the camera doesn't use OIS technology since I record videos of my kids but they turn out great with very minimal shaking.
- Battery: fast charging! Up to 70% in 15 minutes.
- No bloatware
- CDMA and GSM: iPhone 7 stripped this dual technology feature. I'm glad Pixel is keeping it.
Cons:
- Design: I still love the design of HTC 10 the best. I honestly don't get the half glass design on the back. iPhone 7 is just meh.
- Speakers: I expected more since Pixel is made by HTC after all. But the 2 firing bottom speakers do not sound as rich as front firing speakers of HTC 10.
- The 2 changes in Nougat that bothered me the most: center key is no longer opening the drawer, now you have to slide up on the arrow to open up your drawer. The option to clear all your apps hidden on the very top, so if you have many apps opened up, you actually have to scroll all the way up before you can clear them all. Why???
- Charging: no light indicator, red or amber or green. No battery percentage on the icon. I think this goes back to Vanilla Android design. TouchWiz or Sense build in their own.
- No SD card, although this is not as a big of a deal anymore for me since it comes with unlimited photo storage, and I uploaded all my music to Google Play anyways.
In summary, Pixel is like that geek in your senior high. Not as pretty with that weird glass on the back, but this phone is smart and powerful!
My Best Buy number: 2022645887
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Listen like never before with QuietControl 30 wireless headphones. Breakthrough technology lets you set your own level of noise cancellation, so you can control how much of the world you want to let in - or how quiet you want your surroundings to be. Volume-optimized EQ gives you balanced audio performance at any volume, while a noise-rejecting dual-microphone system provides clear calls, even in windy or noisy environments. Connect easily to your devices with Bluetooth and NFC pairing. QuietControl 30 wireless headphones feature a lightweight neckband design that conforms to your body for all-day comfort and wearability. A lithium-ion battery gives you up to 10 hours of wireless listening per charge. And the Bose Connect app helps you manage your paired devices and gives you enhanced control. Available in Black.
 
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Bose never dissapoints
on October 4, 2016
Posted by: bzma2
It's a Bose, sound quality is top notch, design is very comfortable. This can't be release during any better timing with the new iPhone 7 removing the aux input from the phone. This pairs nicely with my new iPhone 7! I'm in heaven. Even has an app you can download to provide better control.
Quiet Comfort 35 obviously provides best in class noise canceling, but after a while, over the ear headset can get warm, plus it's bulkier and more expensive. Quiet Control 30 is a much better option for portability!
My Best Buy number: 2022645887
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Power through your weekly carpet clean with this Shark Rocket with DuoClean complete upright vacuum. It eliminates particles both large and small, and the deep-cleaning bristle brush breaks through embedded dirt to ensure a deeper clean. Plenty of space for debris ensures this Shark Rocket with DuoClean complete upright vacuum is practical for your everyday cleaning needs.BR>
 
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3 out of 5
3
Good suction, heavy on top
on September 23, 2016
Posted by: bzma2
I've always wanted to buy this style vacuum for stairs and floor. But I found this style to be a little bit awkward since it's light in the bottom and heavy on top. Good suction obviously, it's a shark brand. I owned a Dyson vacuum and it's pretty comparable in term of suction power, with half off the price!
Pros:
- I love the power button easy switch between bare floor and carpet.
- Good suction power
- The lights on the bottom very bright and very useful, even my Dyson doesn't have them.
- Very long cord!
- Comes with assortment of attachments
Cons:
- It's very hard to control since it's heavy on top and light on the bottom. (It's not hard to maneuver to turn left & right). I feel more tired using this than my Dyson. Maybe I'm just not used to it yet. But this also means, you have to hang it (comes with attachment for the wall) or store it against a wall or it will fall since it's heavy on top and light on the bottom.
- Fan on top (toward the back of the machine) blows out warm wind to your arm.
Although it seems like there are more pros than cons, but the weird design is a really big deal to me. So I'm giving this only 3 stars instead of 5 stars. Function wise, it's very good.
My Best Buy number: 2022645887
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Protect the display of your HTC One (M9) cell phone with this ZAGG InvisibleShield Glass HO9GLC-F00 screen protector, which features a scratch-resistant design to ensure durability and reliable defense.
 
Overall3 out of 53 out of 5
Screen protector
By mikoto127
It doesn't actually cover the entire screen. It seems more like overstock from the HTC M7 that they put in a new box and disregarded the fact it doesn't cover the whole screen. And at $40, it should cover the whole thing.
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Get the one for M8
April 20, 2015
I don't know if they allow you to exchange it, but the one for M8 fits perfectly
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HP Spectre x360 13-4005dx Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: When you need to be productive, this high-powered laptop's state-of-the-art processor, hard drive and Wi-Fi connectivity let you access documents, applications and the Internet in the blink of an eye. When you're done working, sit back and enjoy videos and movies on the QHD touch-screen display in 4x the resolution of standard HD.Learn more about Windows 8.1 ›
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
Great enthusiast laptop
By samv412
As a Best Buy Employee myself (Store 0408, Ann Arbor MI. Come say hello!), I found that selling myself on a laptop was a hard task. I did a lot of independent research and settled on the 512GB (QHD) model of the HP Spectre x360.
So far I am seriously enjoying the laptop. I've never had a 2 in 1 laptop as well, so I find the touch functionality to be extraordinarily helpful in classes.
PROS:
* High Power: With the i7-5500U, this thing packs a pretty serious punch in terms of computing power. Handles any task I would throw at it with ease
* Amazing Display: QHD is amazing. Nothing more to say
* Very solid build quality: The Spectre is just built nice. It's hard to really describe it any other way. The laptop feels solid and performs solid.
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Cons:
* Touchpad has been a bit finicky: I can't really say if this is a bug or a feature, but the touchpad on the spectre "sticks" a bit after two finger scrolling. Moving up or down a page with two fingers, then moving left/right on the page with one finger results in the touchpad still thinking you are scrolling up or down for a few moments. Again, this might just be my product, but I find it annoying (but something I am getting quickly used to)
* Charger feels a bit loose: HPs universal charger design is a blessing and a curse. Due to this, the charger just has a bit extra breathing room in its port, and isn't exactly a snug fit.
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Overall, I would definitely recommend this laptop.
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San Francisco, CA
Order replacement charger
October 1, 2015
Hello, samv412, I am an HP Rep for Best Buy and I also bought this computer, my charger doesn't feel loose, in fact sometimes I feel it's too snugged. Try ordering a replacement from HP.
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HP Spectre x360 2-in-1 Convertible Laptop: This versatile laptop's vivid HD touch screen and convertible design make it easy to enjoy your favorite shows and games in laptop or tablet mode. Connect to an external device via Bluetooth interface for simple streaming.
 
Overall4 out of 54 out of 5
Nice Product if you are Looking for Hybrid
By jkreview2016
I was torn between this laptop and the Dell XPS. Both look sleek and hopefully they will be raising the bar on future laptop designs. I find most laptops today to be plain ugly. I purchased this because the specs gave me an i7 chip and touch screen for less money than the Dell XPS. After purchasing the product though I noticed the following: One - I started getting a Driver error almost immediately. Two - I don't really use the touch screen, and the tablet functionality. Three - the design is beautiful, however I did not like how the laptop backlight button had to remain on when the keyboard light was off. Also the outside seems fragile and prone to scratches if you are careless.
Long story short.. I returned the laptop because of the driver error, but I did not get a new one. I am back to deciding whether to get the Dell (price still high), another Spectre, or even a Mac Air.
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F5 light
January 22, 2016
Go to your BIOS and you can disabled the F5 light indicator. It drove me nuts too.
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Only at Best BuyChoose this HP Spectre notebook for a versatile and productive computing experience. It offers 8GB of DDR3 SDRAM for fast response times while you're multitasking, and its convertible touch screen monitor doubles as a tablet. This HP Spectre notebook manages the most demanding applications with the power of its 2.7GHz Intel i7 processor.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
Premium laptop
By BZMA2
This is HP and my 3rd Spectre X360. The 1st version had 5th gen processor and did not have Bang & Olufsen audio and no M2 SSD, and I had tons of issues with my audio quality crackling and graphics card crashing despite updating to the latest driver. The 2nd version had 6th gen processor and although the body style was exactly the same, there were significant improvements. The 2nd version came with Bang & Olufsen audio software and M2 SSD. I was really happy with the laptop.

Now, this version tops it all. It has 7th generation processor. Although it has the same architecture as 6th generation, the battery receives 15% bump in capacity. Also, the new placement for speakers makes much more sense and provides better output as well. The design is similar to the 2nd version but is thinner but still feel very solid not fragile. I also had Lenovo Yoga Pro 3, and that laptop was very thin but felt fragile.
HP has definitely stepped it up. Spectre X360 has solid performance with premium design. I love how HP packaged this laptop as well. It’s elegance and the free included sleeve has improved as well. Instead of the neoprene sleeve like the 1st and 2nd version, this one comes with free synthetic leather sleeve.
The only thing that I wish will be changed in the future, is bloatware. Those of you that are savvy enough, can easily do clean install of Windows 10. I did this with my 2nd HP Spectre X360 and I was very happy afterwards. If you’re interested in how to do this, you can do it at your own risk by do a google search of windows 10 clean install.
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Typo on the review
October 17, 2016
*by doing a google search of windows 10 clean install.
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Only at Best BuyChoose this HP Spectre notebook for a versatile and productive computing experience. It offers 8GB of DDR3 SDRAM for fast response times while you're multitasking, and its convertible touch screen monitor doubles as a tablet. This HP Spectre notebook manages the most demanding applications with the power of its 2.7GHz Intel i7 processor.
 

Hey. I'm very interested in this laptop. I read some reviews of the x360 here at BeatBuy. Don't know how you guys got it already, but will in the "consumer version" also be this leather case included?

The Tech insider Network reviewers received the products for reviews puposes, so most of the times we receive the products prior to launch. To answer your question, yes, cosumer version will also receive the case as it has been the case for the previous generations of Spectre X360.
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Protect the display of your HTC One (M9) cell phone with this ZAGG InvisibleShield Glass HO9GLC-F00 screen protector, which features a scratch-resistant design to ensure durability and reliable defense.
 

Is this glass "Case Friendly" or "Full Glass"

I ordered one of these from Best Buy for my phone. I received a "case friendly" glass. Not knowing what that meant I applied it. As you can see by the photos, the ZAGG glass has over a 2 mm gap on each side. I think there is a Zagg "full face" glass also available for the HTC One M9 which covers the glass fully. I'm not seeing a descriptive as to which one this is. I prefer the "full glass" Please explain.
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Get the one for M8 and it will be full face. I made a mistake of buying the one for M9 and it didn't cover the whole screen.
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HP Envy 4500 e-All-in-One Printer: With built-in Wi-Fi, this e-all-in-one printer provides a wireless connection to your network, so you can print, copy and scan with ease. HP ePrint and Apple® AirPrint let you print from your enabled mobile device.
 

64 bit

will printer work with a 64bit system
For sure
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HP Envy 4500 e-All-in-One Printer: With built-in Wi-Fi, this e-all-in-one printer provides a wireless connection to your network, so you can print, copy and scan with ease. HP ePrint and Apple® AirPrint let you print from your enabled mobile device.
 

Can I scan wirelessly from the scanner back to the PC

Yes, but you have to install the software that comes with it. You can also download it from HP website.
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