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Tackle the biggest messes with this Bissell Crosswave all-in-one multi-surface cleaner. A dual-action roller scrubs and picks up debris at the same time to reduce the number of passes you need to make, and the convenient fingertip controls let you switch functions quickly and easily. This Bissell Crosswave all-in-one multi-surface cleaner has swivel steering for increased control.
 
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nice combo appliance!
on September 22, 2016
Posted by: wase4711
from burr ridge, il
I was hesitant when I first received this thing, since the idea of using one machine for both hard floors and carpets was a strange concept to me.But, after the initial use, I see that it actually does do the things it claims to do, although not as thoroughly as a machine made specifically for each task.
It did a nice job on the tile/wood floors, but on dirty carpets it was just ok; I didnt think it would great the deep ground in dirt out, but it did vacuum up the loose dirt nicely, and all in all, its a nice machine, as long as you dont expect it to get up "hard core" ground in dirt!
My Best Buy number: 0219479451
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Prevent dead zones around your home with the help of this Linksys Wi-Fi range extender. It works with all types of Wi-Fi routers, and it uses multi-user MIMO for speed and efficiency. This Linksys Wi-Fi range extender can be used to create a different access point or to extend the field of the router’s connection.
 
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a bit quirky, but worked eventually
on June 4, 2016
Posted by: wase4711
from burr ridge, il
I always keep my wireless networks up to date with the latest tech, and am currently using a linksys ac 5400 router, so I am used to their products and setups. This extender set up very easy, and it was identified in seconds on my existing network.
Initially, I had some problems with drop outs, and disconnects, but, like so many new tech products, it sometimes just needs a little while to "settle in".
It not only works fine, and gives me a strong signal on my main floor and in the basement, since my router is on the second floor of my house, most routers have a hard time sending strong 5GHZ signals through floors and walls sometimes. It also gave me a much stronger signal outside in my backyard, so that is a nice addition for summer internet usage in the yard!
great support as well; I called their tech support with my initial issues, and they were very helpful, and followed up with phone calls and emails to make sure that the item was working as expected.
If you're looking for an AC wireless network extender, this one would be a very good choice!
My Best Buy number: 0219479451
I would recommend this to a friend!
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QuietComfort® 35 wireless noise cancelling headphones are engineered with world-class noise cancellation that makes quiet sound quieter and music sound better. Free yourself from wires and connect easily to your devices with Bluetooth® and NFC pairing. And enjoy up to 20 hours of wireless listening per battery charge.
 
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Another great headset from Bose
on June 4, 2016
Posted by: wase4711
from burr ridge, il
Its been awhile since I had a pair of over the ear headphones, and after receiving these, it reminded me of how much I like this style.
Great noise cancellation, great sound, although the highs are a bit muddy on these, but, typical Bose "homogeneous" sound..
Excellent battery life, many connection options, both wired/wireless/bluetooth/nfc, so these connect to anything; listening to them on my windows 10 pc right now!
The travel case just adds a classy final touch to this package, so if you are looking for top notch, over the ear headphones, these would make a great choice!
My Best Buy number: 0219479451
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Take your work and entertainment with you with this Acer Iconia One 10-inch tablet. The large screen is powered by 1GB of RAM and a quad-core 1.3 GHz processor for high efficiency, and 32GB of flash memory gives you plenty of file storage. The 5-megapixel rear camera lets you take photos using this Acer Iconia One 10-inch tablet anywhere.
 
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Slow and bulky
on May 18, 2016
Posted by: wase4711
from burr ridge, il
Well, its been awhile since I had a tablet with just 1 gig of ram, and after receiving this unit, I remember why..
Slow, bulky, frequent lock ups, and a poor screen, this tablet is really low end, and I assume in expensive as well.
If that is what you want, or all you can afford, then its probably a good choice, otherwise, skip this one and opt for something else..
My Best Buy number: 0219479451
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Your household is busy streaming media, working online, and playing games every day. This Linksys Wi-Fi Router will expand your network coverage, send signals directly to your devices, and deliver a lag-free connection, even when you’re all online at the same time.
 
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Super fast and super easy setup
on May 13, 2016
Posted by: wase4711
from burr ridge, il
Just set this up yesterday, and so far its been a great router!
I had another brand of 5300AC router before this, so I know how these top of the line routers should work, and this one doesn't disappoint.
Setup took about 5 minutes, and I had the entire house connected and running is less than 15 minutes.
A fantastic upgrade, if you dont have a 5300AC router yet!
My Best Buy number: 0219479451
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Your household wants to play, stream and work online all at once. With this Linksys router, you can do it all without buffering or other interruptions. Use the Smart Wi-Fi app to get started, control, and monitor your home network from anywhere.
 
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Good Router, but not the top dog
on February 4, 2016
Posted by: wase4711
from burr ridge, il
I was concerned that this router would be slightly disappointing to me, since I have been using an Asus AC5300 router for the last month or so.That router is the current king of the hill, with monster speeds and coverage everywhere in my house and my property, so I was concerned that this router wouldn't cut it for me.
Surprisingly, this is a very nice unit, easy to setup, connecting it to my Xfinity modem was simple, and I was up and running within 30 minutes of opening the box.
It doesn't have quite as many options as my Asus, but at about half the price, I didn't really expect it to.
The main concern I had is when I had everything in my network going at once, which consists of a total of 30 connections, I did notice that my wifi speeds did start to slow down somewhat.
I know not everyone has 30 clients connected to their internet connection at once, but I wanted to see how this would handle the extreme stress of that; plus, I had 2 TV's streaming 4k content via wifi at the same time, which wont be the case in most house holds.
I've only had it connected for 2 days so far, so more tweaking may be required to get maximum results.
But, for the typical household, this is a good choice, and its reasonably priced for having the latest technology in it.
What's great about it: Easy setup, consistent connection
What's not so great: slows down when over loaded
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Power your home theater with this Insignia™ NS-SB515 2.1-channel soundbar, which features Bluetooth technology for easy wireless streaming. The 6.5" subwoofer produces quality low-end sound to enhance your favorite films.
 
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Nice sound bar and subwoofer
on November 16, 2015
Posted by: wase4711
from burr ridge, il
got this sound bar today, and setup was super easy; works with standard analog audio, or digital TOSlink connection.
Sound bar is kinda long,(37"), and the subwoofer is a bit small, but it made a major sound improvement to my office led tv.
tv speakers now a days are so poor, you need something to make the sound decent, and this setup does just that!
My Best Buy number: 0219479451
What's great about it: Easy set up, good install options
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Answer calls and enjoy hands-free communication while out and about with this Motorola Moto Hint + 89800N Bluetooth earbud headset, which features CrystalTalk noise- and wind-canceling technology to help ensure crisp, clear audio.
 
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MUCH better than first gen, but.....
on July 30, 2015
Posted by: wase4711
from Hinsdale, Il
So, I had the first gen model of this, and brought it back for all the reasons others had mentioned, and when I saw there was a new version, I decided to try it once again.
This version is tons better than the first one, but still a little quirky; as the last person said, you cant be connected to 2 devices and be able to listen to media on the second device without disconnecting the first one.
Calls are loud and clear on my end, but others have complained about a scratchy sound on their end, plus, at times, I have a weird "echo" sound on my end when listening to music from my S6 edge phone.
All in all, its a major upgrade from the first gen, but I am not 100% certain I will be keeping it. Definitely worth checking out if you want a tiny bt headset..
My Best Buy number: 0219477945
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Samsung 5.6 Cu. Ft. 15-Cycle High-Efficiency Steam Front-Loading Washer: With 5.6 cubic feet and SuperSpeed technology, this front-loading washer can power through your family's bedding, piles of towels and baskets of dirty clothes. Take care of large loads quickly, and then let the washer take care of itself with self-cleaning technology and the Smart Care app from Samsung.Measure Twice, Deliver Once Learn how to measure your space and check connections for a new washer and dryer. Watch the video ›How to Prepare for Delivery and InstallationLearn how to get ready for the delivery and installation of your new washing machine. Walk the path, check your hookups, order new parts, and empty your old washing machine.Watch the video ›
 
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The Best, no doubt
on July 26, 2015
Posted by: wase4711
from Hinsdale, Il
So, uses almost no energy and very little water.
Gets giant loads clean as a whistle, runs super quiet, has every cycle you could imagine; works great with cold water too, so another energy saver.
And, the loads that this handles are mind boggling, so if you want to make 3 normal loads into one, this is the machine for you.
Just make sure you have at least a 30 inch door opening to get it into your house, and with the door open you need 58 inches of space in the front.
And, you can probably skip the pedestals, as this thing is a lot taller than any other machine out there too!
My Best Buy number: 0219479451
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Receive notifications and make calls wirelessly with your device using this Motorola Moto Hint 89765N Bluetooth earbud that features wind and noise cancelling technology to help ensure your call will be heard.Learn more ›
 
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not ready for prime time
on January 11, 2015
Posted by: wase4711
from Hinsdale, Il
Well, I wanted to get this headset for a long time, and finally pulled the trigger the other day..what a disappointment!
Sound was just so so, nothing like any of the other premium headsets I had owned over the years, and I have owned them ALL..
I had a disturbing clicking noise every 30 seconds or so, and when I called Motorola about it, they had no clue, and just gave me the "factory reset" answer, which did nothing.
The volume level was just fair, the response to my voice commands was hit or miss, and even though I have a Samsung note 4, it didn't do anything very special at all. Yeah, it looked cool, and I like the idea of a small discreet headset, but, as far as being worth 150 bucks, NO WAY IN THE WORLD...Maybe for 59 dollars it would be a nice novelty, but if you use your headset a lot for work or anything else, this is NOT the one to choose; Voyager Edge, or Jabra Stealth are MUCH BETTER choices.
My Best Buy number: 0219479451
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Accelerate your WiFi 5 with NETGEAR Nighthawk! Enjoy fast WiFi speeds up to 1900 Mbps and a powerful dual core 1GHz processor for extreme performance. High-powered amplifiers, external antennas and Beamforming improve range and reliability for up to 100% more wireless coverage. Features like downstream and upstream QoS prioritize streaming and gaming, creating a blazing-fast, lag-free WiFi experience
 
Overall2 out of 52 out of 5
Expensive and not for the faint of heart
By chuckok from Winchester, VA
Connect the router, and was unable to connect to the Internet. After a few tries, it did connect.
The next day, the connection was down. So, I replaced the router.
The second router would not connect. After substantial trial and error, I finally changed the MTU setting to 1300 from the default 1500. After doing some searching on the Internet, I did find that changing to 1400 would be adequate. The Internet connection is now up and running.
Oddly, the configuration on the "Basic" tab of the of the router's configuration is saying that the Internet is down.
Sheesh ... I hate being a beta tester for a released product!!! Particularly at the price point for this one.
That being said, the router's performance on the wired segment and the wireless segment does seem to be stable and performing as expected; and my expectations are high after doing some substantial research prior to purchasing this router..
Netgear support is abysmal. I attempted to call their support number, and after a number of rings the line went blank with no message #3 attempts#, The chat service took over a half an hour waiting in queue, and when finally supposedly connecting to a representative, the chat was dropped saying that there was no representative available #three attempts#. Opened a case via e-mail support, and received a stupid response with a link to a support web page and related links that I had already researched.
I've decided to keep the router for the time being as the performance, particularly on the wireless segment, it the best I've seen. I'm hoping Negear fixes the bugs in the firmware.
I also suspect, at least for the short term, a lot of users are going to return this product to the point of purchase because they won't be able to connect to the internet. I also suspect that Netgear is going to get a lot of support calls on this one, and people are going to be upset with the poor support received.
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todays firmware update fixes all problems
November 12, 2013
there is a firmware update today, nov 12th, that fixes all the nagging issues that many of us had; grab it now, and see what you think!
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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.
 
Overall4 out of 54 out of 5
annoying setup, but once it works, its really nice
By wase4711 from burr ridge, il
I've set up dozens of new routers in my life, so I thought this system would be a breeze to setup, but it was a long, drawn out process.
It seemed easy enough, using your cell phone, after downloading the linksys app, but, it took me numerous attempts with my Nexus 6 to get the modem and the first unit to sync; eventually, I used my pixel xl phone, and it finally made the connection. Be aware you may have to use the back button on your phone to go backwards in the setup menu, which i had to do to get the initial setup to complete.
After the first unit was setup, it was a breeze to get the other 2 units to connect to the network.
I've tested it running 2- 4kUHD streams and a 1080p movie wirelessly, with out a hitch, and at the same time got top speeds while running speed tests at the same time, so, having enough bandwidth was no issue; I have a total of 15 devices connected to my network, and they all connect as fast as they ever did with my previous top of the line router.
I have the units on 3 different floors in my house, and the speeds are the same on all 3 levels, so this system can easily handle a large house with multi floors.
This will definitely solve any wifi coverage issues you may have had in the past; just make sure you have at least an hour to work on setting up the 3 stations!
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edit to my original review
January 17, 2017
So, after dealing with issues with this setup for 7 days now, I must modify my review to say I do NOT recommend this product.
I have gone through 7 days or it working fine, then not working right, then speeds work as they should, then dropping off to almost zero, so there is something not quite right yet with this system.
Linksys support has been great, helping me with phone calls, emails, and follow up, but I just don't think the firmware for this product is worth of release status at this point.
My netgear A7200 nighthawk router, which is setup on the second floor office in my house, gives me consistent maximum speeds everywhere in my house, all the time, never wavering, but, the linksys velop system did not provide the consistency that the Netgear router gives me. I am on a fast Comcast connection, getting downloads of 180 megs and uploads of 25 megs everywhere in my house with the Netgear router, yet, the linksys velop would vary anywhere from 180 megs down, to 20 megs down, and, it didn't matter what time of day, or how many devices I had connected at the same time.
I really wanted to like the Linksys Velop, and, I assume, in the future, these issues will get ironed out. But, at this time, the lack of consistent, high speed download speed was not what I want/need in my home network routing setup.
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The expandable 8 channel 1080p Enforcer™ series is armed with the latest in Home Security, such as Police-Style flashing lights, Night2Day™ color night vision, TrueDetect™ Heat & Motion Detection, Google & Alexa compatibility, Cloud back up, and much more.
 

can you see real time video on my phone

yes you can
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Cutting edge protection, picture perfect. Zoom in to see and record video in 4K with HDR for a clearer, undistorted picture, day or night. Spend less time recharging with 6 months of battery life.¹ With free local storage, remotely access your locally stored videos from the included Arlo SmartHub². The Arlo Ultra 2 Spotlight Camera is wire-free and weather-resistant to deliver fast, easy installation and flexibility to get the perfect camera view, year-round. With the integrated spotlight, see important features like faces and licenses plates in full color, at night with color night vision. Get the big picture with the 180° diagonal view. Receive smarter alerts for quicker action. Receive notifications for people, vehicles and packages and take quicker action like sound the siren, call a friend or dial emergency services with the included 3-month trial of Arlo Secure.³ Ward off unwanted guests by triggering the siren or integrated spotlight automatically or manually from the Arlo App. Works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit and Samsung SmartThings.
 

How long is the trial period for the cloud storage? And do first generation arlo cameras connect with the smart hub?

3 months of free cloud storage, thats it
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Anker PowerConf Bluetooth Speakerphone is the perfect conference speaker companion for work-from-home meetings. It comes with six built-in microphones, real-time echo cancellation, de-reverberation, and ambient noise suppression. The PowerConf Bluetooth speakerphone gives you 24 hours of call time and can also charge your other devices at the same time. PowerConf is Zoom certified and is also compatible with Skype, Google Hangout, Facetime, WebEx, GotoMeeting, Chromebox, and more. For computers that use Windows 7, 8, 10, and macOS, just connect via Bluetooth or a USB-C cable without needing to install any drivers.
 

does this work with apple

yes, it works with apple phones
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Calls. Conferences. ON-the-GO. Air never looked so epic. Offering the ultimate true-wireless experience for any professional or audiophile, JLab Epic Air Sport ANC offers customized sound and active noise canceling plus industry-leading 48+ hours playtime. Transition from music to calls, work to home effortlessly with features like wear-detect, movie mode, wireless charging and more.
 

Can I wear this in one just one ear?

yes, they support one bud useage..
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Upgrade your home theater with this JBL BAR 9.1-channel soundbar system. The powerful 820W output offers an immersive movie and music experience, while Bluetooth, Airplay 2 and Chromecast connectivity lets you stream audio smoothly. This JBL BAR 9.1-channel soundbar system has detachable speakers with rechargeable batteries for flexible placement, and Dolby Atmos technology delivers quality surround sound.
 

Does it project the sound forward so that if put in a tv stand or console the sound is not negatively affected?

it should, although the "Atmos" channels, project sound upwards, so you may not get the Atmos channel sounding like you would if it was out in the open
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Upgrade your home theater with this JBL BAR 9.1-channel soundbar system. The powerful 820W output offers an immersive movie and music experience, while Bluetooth, Airplay 2 and Chromecast connectivity lets you stream audio smoothly. This JBL BAR 9.1-channel soundbar system has detachable speakers with rechargeable batteries for flexible placement, and Dolby Atmos technology delivers quality surround sound.
 

I don’t need to have rear surrounds in my setup, if I leave the detachable speakers attached will the act as surrounds or front wides?

most likely they will act as surrounds, since you cant specify in the setup how you want them to decode..
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Get more out of your home theater setup with this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar. A 5-speaker with five amplifier setup delivers rich, big sound to your room, while the single-cable connection allows for fast, easy setup. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control, this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar lets you control the volume and power with the just sound of your voice.
 

Just recently bought a Playbar but could still exchange. Is the Beam just as good (or better) for less money?

not quite the bass punch as the higher priced sonos sound bars, and quite a bit more compact, but its also 300 bucks less..
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Get more out of your home theater setup with this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar. A 5-speaker with five amplifier setup delivers rich, big sound to your room, while the single-cable connection allows for fast, easy setup. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control, this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar lets you control the volume and power with the just sound of your voice.
 

Can I connect a turntable to the Beam? If so, which ones are compatible?

nope, it connects to a tv only
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Only at Best Buy Defend your home from intruders with this SimpliSafe security system. Its wireless design provides reliable, multilayer protection and avoids interruptions from cut phone lines and power outages, and it connects to an app for remote operation. This SimpliSafe security system is easy to install and customizable to homes of any size for flexible use.
 

Can more entry sensors or detectors be added to this unit afterwards? Or is the maximum amount four/one?

you can add as many as you want
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Only at Best Buy Defend your home from intruders with this SimpliSafe security system. Its wireless design provides reliable, multilayer protection and avoids interruptions from cut phone lines and power outages, and it connects to an app for remote operation. This SimpliSafe security system is easy to install and customizable to homes of any size for flexible use.
 

Will currently installed SimpliSafe sensors, etc. work with this new base unit, or will they all need to be replaced? Thank you.

nope, nothing from the old system works on the new one
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