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    February 21, 2011
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    October 11, 2013
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This MSI GTX980GAMING4G NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 graphics card features 4GB of memory and a 1.22GHz clock speed for stunning graphics performance. HDMI, DisplayPort and DVI outputs enable flexible connectivity.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Great graphics cards
on October 22, 2015
Posted by: InTheKnow
from Utah
I purchased two of these to replace the PNY 770s in my SLI rig, and have been nothing but impressed so far. No audible coil whine and cool running even under full load. I have been using MSI afterburner software for years, so it's nice to have graphics cards that are 100% compatible with it.
My Best Buy number: 2201781702
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Navigate your PC with ease with this Logitech M560 910-003910 wireless optical mouse that features a Windows 8 edge menu button for quick access to apps, settings and more. The full-size, sculpted design provides a comfortable feel.
 
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3 out of 5
3
Okay for surfing, not for gaming.
on May 13, 2014
Posted by: InTheKnow
from Utah
This device was tested on a Win7 x64 machine.
I purchased this as an alternative to a more pricey gaming mouse for my brother's PC. It is wireless, full size and has 4 buttons and a wheel. The mouse was unresponsive until I moved the receiver into the front of his case; this mouse has less than a 6ft range. The two thumb buttons were not programmable by any game I have installed. In fact, when pressed (which is easily done by accident) they cause the games to minimize to the desktop.
If you want a full size mouse for your Windows 7/8 laptop, the M560 will probably work well for you. If you want a gaming mouse, shell out the extra $$$ and buy one.
My Best Buy number: 2201781702
What's great about it: Easy plugNplay install
What's not so great: Poor sensitivity, less than 6ft range
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Design
4 out of 5
4
Ease of Use
3 out of 5
3
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You've experienced the terror and mayhem of Batman: Arkham Asylum. You've battled Gotham's most sinister, lethal and forbidding villains in Batman: Arkham City. You've studied the psyche of the Dark Knight and immersed yourself in his quest to protect Gotham that you became the Caped Crusader every time you played the game. But there's one facet of Batman that you haven't yet experienced. One area that has remained in shadow — his past.For the first time, you get to dive into the role of Batman before he battled and won against the laundry list of Gotham's most dangerous criminals in Batman: Arkham Origins. Experience an original prequel storyline set before the events in Arkham Asylum and Arkham City. Watch the story unfold as Batman transforms from a crime fighter into the Dark Knight. Become a young and unrefined Batman as he faces a defining moment in his early career that determines his fate and leads him to meet many important characters for the first time and forge key relationships that shape his destiny. For what's a man without his past? It's time to finally receive insight about the events that transformed the man into the hero.
 
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More of the same...but better!
on October 30, 2013
Posted by: InTheKnow
from Utah
Best of the 3 Arkham games, but only in tone. Now you can fully be the vigilante in a Gotham City full of crooked cops and intimidating baddies. The atmosphere is stark, dire and brutal. Of the three Arkham games, this is the one where you can truly BE the BAT in his domain, fighting villains that feel genuinely dangerous.
A few bugs are off-putting (infrequent freezing), but I'm sure they'll patch them soon. If you don't like Batman, don't buy this game.
My Best Buy number: 220178170
What's great about it: great graphics, gameplay, Batman!
What's not so great: some minor bugs & freezing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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5 out of 5
5
Disregard genres; Paul is just a great movie
on December 14, 2011
Posted by: InTheKnow
from Utah
This movie is hilarious, thoughtful and even touching. It doesn't bash Christianity, it simply pokes fun at religion because...the star of it is an ALIEN. An alien voiced by Seth Rogan no less, so you can just imagine what you are getting into. You don't have to like the other Wright/Pegg movies to like this one, but it is definitely irreverent and raunchy at times. Surprisingly awesome!
What's great about it: Everything
What's not so great: Being a sci-fi nerd will help you get some jokes ;)
I would recommend this to a friend!
 
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5 out of 5
5
Surprisingly good for a movie about hunting trolls
on December 14, 2011
Posted by: InTheKnow
from Utah
This movie was an unexpected pleasure to watch. It was intense, but not horrifying. Had a sense of contrasting humor throughout; much like District 9 had in the first half. The characters are well written, the actors are convincing...and then there is Hans. Hans is, well...this movie IS Hans. One of the greatest characters in the "tough guy" genre. Chuck Norris would think twice about confronting Hans. Forget any hesitation concerning subtitles and preconceptions about "trolls" and just watch and enjoy Trollhunter.
What's great about it: Hans
What's not so great: trolls kill...
I would recommend this to a friend!
 
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4.5 out of 5(38)
 
 
 
 
 
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5 out of 5
5
X-Men First Class in every way.
on December 14, 2011
Posted by: InTheKnow
from Utah
This continuation of X-2 (I'm not a fan of 3) is a fantastically re-imagined origin story for the boys and girls in blue and gold. Well paced, written and acted, it is very hard for this veteran 20+ year X-Men fan to see how it could be rated lower than perfect...unless you are are purist & inflexible about being true to the source material. But let's be honest, how many incarnations and re-imaginings of the X-Men have we seen from Marvel Comics? At least this one is fantastic!
What's great about it: The X-Men are back!
What's not so great: Not enough Cyclops ;)
I would recommend this to a friend!
 
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4 out of 5
4
Great movie but...a Best Actor Oscar?
on May 17, 2011
Posted by: InTheKnow
from Utah
To exclude any thought of bias on my part, I dislike both country music and pro-wrestling. Don't get me wrong, I love Jeff Bridges; he made this movie very believable, touching and sad. But "The Wrestler" is pretty much they same type of story and Mickey Rourke's performance was heart wrenching, hard to watch at times, and made me tear up. While "Crazy Heart" played with my heart strings, "The Wrestler" nearly pulled them out. "Crazy Heart" was a good movie, but I think the Oscar went to the wrong actor. Of course, "Milk" was an incredible movie, so...
What's great about it: An earnest flick, made me sad and happy I suppose.
What's not so great: Maybe Rourke got the wrong role...
I would recommend this to a friend!
 
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4 out of 5
4
Very well acted, dramatic adventure movie
on February 21, 2011
Posted by: InTheKnow
from Utah
Arn the Knight Templar was a pleasant surprise. The acting is in top form, as is the writing. Michael Nyqvist (The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo) and Stellan Skarsgård (Ronin, King Arthur) lend their amazing supporting talent to solidify an epic and dramatic storyline. The love story is heart-wrenching and it gracefully manages not to kill the film's momentum. Vividly believable, this is a must-see film.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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4 out of 5
4
Solid action adventure movie.
on February 21, 2011
Posted by: InTheKnow
from Utah
"Centurion" was a surprisingly good movie. I had low expectations since it seemed to want to be a "King Arthur/Gladiator" clone, however it did well on it's own merit. The action sequences are satisfyingly brutal and well choreographed, and the dialogue is well executed and genuinely humorous at times. Enjoyable watch!
What's great about it: Great dialogue, action sequences.
What's not so great: Noticable CG blood (no big deal)
I would recommend this to a friend!
 
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Microsoft Surface Pro 2 Tablet: More capable than your average tablet but lighter and smaller than a laptop, the Surface Pro 2 features hands-on productivity with the ability to fully support Microsoft Office (sold separately). Multitask with side-by-side apps, prop up your tablet with the built-in kickstand, or connect accessories via the USB and display ports for a work-efficient desktop setup.
 
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Excellent device - Errant BB Specs
By wintercoder from Wisconsin
As with the Best Buy specs of the 512GB version, the 256GB version incorrectly states that it comes with 4GB of RAM, when in fact it actually comes with 8GB of RAM. This was confirmed by MS who indicated they would prod BB to fix it on their website... but it is STILL in error.
The 256GB and 512GB versions come with 8GB of RAM (not the 4GB stated in BB's spec pages for the units.)
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Verified 8GB RAM for 256 & 512 GB models
October 11, 2013
Thanks for finding this out wintercoder. I immediately went and verified this at microsoft.com. I was feeling a bit put out about spending an extra $300 just to double my storage, but doubling my RAM as well makes it WAY worth it!
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