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Control up to 8 devices using this Logitech Harmony 650 915-000159 universal remote that is compatible with more than 225,000 devices across more than 5,000 brands for wide-ranging use. One-touch activity buttons simplify option selection.
 
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Customer Rating
4 out of 5
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Nice to have but ....
on February 18, 2014
Posted by: Camperjoe
from St. Paul, Minnesota
Verified Purchase:Yes
For 49.99 on sale hard to walk away as have been eyeing this for sometime. One of our original remote's buttons were becoming more and more unresponsive and this seemed a good alternative.
It is. Kind of.
Have had the remote for about a month and admittedly I have not spent a lot of time learning the ins and out of the device in part because I didn't think I would have to, it's advertised as an easy to use, greatest thing since sliced bread device.
Functions don't go to the keys I assigned them to when doing the online set up and order of devices has changed and IDK why. Wish that with all the buttons available that you could have separate sets of discreets button for various devices. Instead you have to push a button to bring up list of devices, push another button to select that device then puch more buttons to finally get to the function you want to use.
I still use the remote, it has a good feel when held and works well in left or right hand. But I tire of devices that do not work as advertised, maybe it's because I'm not so enthralled with technology as I once was and I want it to be transparent in my life, to be toaster easy to use and have it integrate into my lifestyle with having to alter my lifestyle to suit the technology.
Then again I haven't had my morning Coke and brerakfast mufin sandwhich yet so perhaps my opinion will improve later in the day.
Still glad I bought the Harmony, just not knock my socks off thrilled.
My Best Buy number: 0767688725
My Best Buy number: 0767688725
What's great about it: Comes on just by picking it up
What's not so great: Still miss discreet buttons of original remotes
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
4 out of 5
4
Durability
4 out of 5
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Samsung UN60FH6003FXZA LED HDTV: Enjoy the full 1080p LED picture experience on an expansive screen in your living room or home theater space. Wide Color Enhancer Plus delivers rich, vibrant colors to older movies, while Clear Motion Rate 240 ensures clear images during fast-action scenes.
 
Customer Rating
4 out of 5
4
For $900 and NOT a smart TV this is a good one
on January 28, 2014
Posted by: Camperjoe
from St. Paul, Minnesota
Internet Connectable?No
Retiring a malfunctioning Samsung 56" DLP and all we wanted was a TV. Not a smart TV. Just a TV. This model fit the bill.
First: Only 2 HDMI inputs - Not a deal breaker for us. Our HD and Blu-ray are routed through our Yamaha and the receiver has 3 more HDMI connections so we're good to go for years to come. There is only one HDMI cable going from the receiver to the TV. The Comcast box uses the component connections on the TV
Second: No audio output - Again not a deal breaker for us. The built in speakers actually sound quite good in our listening environment. More than adequate for casual TV and movie audio. Your experience may vary. For the wake the neighbors kind of sound experience we use the sound from the Yamaha receiver.
If I'm not mistaken its sister TV, EH6003 has an audio output. This might be the source of confusion on this issue.
By the way, the EH model is side lit while this model. the FH is back lit. So it is not the thinnest of LED lit TVs. Still less than 4" if that matters to you.
Now the fun part, sharing how very, very nice this TV is which we got for $899.99.
1. Easy peasy set up.
2. Great picture right out of the box considering we're upgrading from a DLP set pushing 6 years and badly misbehaving.
3. Only a little tinkering with some of the settings using as a guide; a blend of personal preferences, picture settings others have shared here and elsewhere and the THX set up on a Pixar Blu-ray. Avatar never looked so good.
4. Remote control has well marked buttons. However, for some it might feel a bit cramped, it is a compact remote.
5. Because this is not a smart TV the remote has very few buttons that would see little to no use.
6. Onscreen menus provide short explanation for functions you highlight before you make any changes.
7. Only 8 Phillips screws to connect base to TV, relative light weight for size and well thought out packaging makes assembly by just one person a real possibility. In our case it took me less than 30 minutes from opening the box to sitting down and watching a movie.
Any downers for us? Very minor ones
1. The Owner's Manual is the fold out map variety which means smallish type and not real handy to use. It has all the necessary info but any prior experience with a Samsung TV and their menus will serve you well here.
2. Wish the remote used AA instead of AAA batteries
3. Seemed just a wee bit flexy on its base though I suspect this is the case with all larger screens and not really a design fault. And I have to admit I was pushing on the TV to see what would happen to satisfy my own curiosity. I was satisfied that it was stable enough. But if I were you I would still try to keep youngsters and relatives with a history of clumsiness away from the TV. Or mount it using a wall bracket.
4. TV does seem to have a sweet spot for viewing and viewers too far off axis might notice the far side of the screen appearing just a bit lighter than the side they're closest to.
5. Though the TV shows amazing image quality from Blu-ray and HD movies my initial impression is that our old DLP did a better initial job with broadcast TV for which our source Comcast cable. Tinkering with the settings continues
6. The screen reflects more than our old DLP did so daytime viewing with sun streaming in windows on an opposite wall means time to close the blinds.
Overall, we are very pleased with this TV and look forward to many hours of viewing pleasure.
What's great about it: blu-ray image is amazing
What's not so great: broadcast TV from cable could look better
I would recommend this to a friend!
Picture Quality
5 out of 5
5
Sound Quality
4 out of 5
4
Features
4 out of 5
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Bose® SoundLink® Mini Speaker: Enjoy full, robust sound anywhere you go with this speaker that features an ultracompact design for easy movement from room to room. Bluetooth technology allows you to wirelessly stream music and more from your compatible cell phone, audio player and more.
 
Customer Rating
4 out of 5
4
full rich sound from a small speaker system
on November 19, 2013
Posted by: Camperjoe
from St. Paul, Minnesota
Type of Listener:Avid listener
Most Important to Purchase:Sound quality
How Often Used:Daily
Have had mine for a week now and am not disappointed in its sonic or build quality at all. Has bass just when you think you'll have to trade bass for portability in a small portable bluetooth speaker. Charges to 100% in 3 hours as spec'd and I get a full 9 hours of playing time on a full charge before the red light that indicates 20% or less power remaining appears and begins to blink.
Easy pairing with my LG G2X though I mostly use the 3.5mm connection.
The sound is rich full and at low to moderate volumes full of clean bass. At or near max volume the bass can get a bit muddy depending on source but also note it is only 7" long, weighs 24 ounces and the speakers are what, about 2" in diameter? Don't expect subwoofer enhanced music play back and you will be impressed and definitely not disappointed.
And it is striking to in appearance on or off its charging base
What's great about it: over all sound quality, ease of use, battery life
What's not so great: should have come with a carry pouch
I would recommend this to a friend!
Sound Quality
5 out of 5
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Ease of Use
5 out of 5
5
Features
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Look at the big picture with this wide-angle lens converter that captures a large angle of view for spacious panoramas.
 
Customer Rating
2 out of 5
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remember its only 40 dollars
on April 3, 2011
Posted by: Camperjoe
from St. Paul, Minnesota
With provided adapters it'll fit most any camcorder with lens threading and provide a nice wider than normal view for minimal investment.
However, it turns out that image quality degrades quickly from the edges inward as you zoom in leaving you with a sharp center circle and all else has gone soft. A nice effect if thats what you're after.
I returned mine and got the SONY wide angle adapter and though not as wide and you can not use entire zoom range with SONY lens attached the quality is a noticeable improvement over the Sunpak
What's great about it: inexpensive, fun to use
What's not so great: not sharp corner to corner
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Durability
3 out of 5
3
Ease of Use
4 out of 5
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Keep this rechargeable battery on hand to help capture special moments with your camcorder. Long battery life means you spend less time recharging batteries and more time creating special memories.
 
Customer Rating
4 out of 5
4
performs ok, has a snug fit
on March 26, 2011
Posted by: Camperjoe
from St. Paul, Minnesota
Going back to the 1980's SONY batteries for their camcorders have always worked well for me and I believe they represent a better value than the house/off brand batteries that may sell for less but don't last as long over the long run
What's great about it: enough stamina to get through most events
What's not so great: 1st time charge is slow
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5 out of 5
5
Performance
4 out of 5
4
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Learn more about Xbox 360 4GB Console with Kinect. (Flash demo) Microsoft Xbox 360 with Kinect: The Xbox 360 is your high-definition portal to a world of blockbuster game franchises like Halo, Gears of War and Forza Motorsport. Xbox Live keeps you connected with your friends to team up for cooperative online gameplay or go head-to-head in competitive matches.Kinect's motion tracking allows you to put down your controller and step into a virtual world that responds to your actions. Move your body from side to side, wave your arms, dodge, jump and more to interact with your games, or control your apps with a swipe of your hand. Kinect also includes voice recognition, allowing you to command apps or in-game events simply by speaking.Beyond gaming, the 360 is your one-stop shop for streaming media, with a wide array of streaming video services and sports apps.Broadband Internet connection and Xbox Live Gold account are required for several online features, including multiplayer. A 30-day Gold account is included, but a fee is required to keep using these features after the 30-day period has ended.
 
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4 out of 5
4
Fun to use, easy to set up for 1st time users
on January 12, 2011
Posted by: Camperjoe
from St. Paul, Minnesota
Have owned our 4GB XBox and Kinnect for over a month now and continue to be amazed at what it can do with little set up effort on our part.
Kinnect games are easy to get into and fun to play all the while getting some aerobic exercise while outside, cold winter winds blow.
Connected with provided cables for nice looking graphics but have upgraded to HDMI cable and graphics are excellent.
Still playing with game DVD that came with the Kinnect. The included games are not hard to play but can challenge and make for good casual gaming.
Have added another controller and a few 'normal' games picked for cheap at GameS*** but after spending some time with a game controller has me thinking my serious gaming is still going to take place on the PC.
Wireless connection to our router was quick and painless and updates to XBox and games was quick
Overall, we are pleased with the XBOX/ Kinnect combo and plan to add aditional Kinnect games. It is easy to set up, easy to use and the included games are fun. This coming from first time game console owners.
What's great about it: ease of use, ease of set up
What's not so great: could be $50 cheaper considering Kinnect components
I would recommend this to a friend!
Performance
5 out of 5
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 Tablet: With a vivid Super AMOLED touch screen and adaptive display technology, this versatile tablet brings your photos and videos to life. Dual quad-core processors make it easy to navigate home screens and apps. SideSync and Quick Connect technologies integrate your other Samsung devices, so you can easily transition to working and playing on your smart TV or smartphone.
 
Overall4 out of 54 out of 5
Almost didn't , then I did for my DJI P3 Pro.
By Camperjoe from St. Paul, Minnesota
Looking to upgrade from great Nexus 7 2013 for better performance as monitor for DJI Phantom P 3 Pro. Hemmed and hawed over this due to its price point. After weeks of debate with self decided to get one. The first thing I tried was the fit on the controller tablet/phone mount. To my delight it fits with the Samsung book cover on! After a week everything I have asked it to do it has done very well and very fast.
The screen is gorgeous, the processors fast, and not as much bloatware as I had feared but still too much. Being able add storage via micro SD card a big plus though I don't think storage will be an issue for me, after 2 years use the Nexus 7 still has 6GB out of stated 16GB available.
I have read reviews here and elsewhere that battery life could be better. However I'm an urban dweller so never that far from an outlet. In one of my typical days it doesn't get used for hours at a time and I watch very few movies or do heavy duty gaming on a tablet so I can make it through a day with battery to spare. The sound is ok though a little shrill/distorted at high volumes. However, through ear buds sound is great.
My copy most definitely performs like a flagship tablet.
And a word about that Samsung book cover, it is supposed to snap fit on two small studs. I thought I was going to break the glass I was pressing down so hard on the tablet as it rested on the dining room table in trying to join tablet to cover. Took a break, thought about it and picked up the tablet facing away from me. aligned it to the two studs and pressed from the back side/book cover side instead of the tablet side. Ta da, snapped right on and has stayed put ever since. None of what I did looked anything like the pictograms on the box which are your only directions for attaching cover to tablet.
Very impressed with the Tab S2 8.0 and I think my trusty Nexus 7 is going to become a photo frame and this Tab S2 will be the go to tablet when not being used as a monitor for my quadcopter.
I give it 4 stars instead of 5 mostly because of price and because of the struggles to mount it to its Samsung book cover. But IMHO closer to being a 5 star product than a 4 star.
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Camperjoe
St. Paul, Minnesota
follow up to "almost didn't. ..."
January 3, 2016
A short quick note, as a monitor to provide fpv while piloting DJI Phantom 3 the view was great even in bright sunlight. Battery life in 25 degree Temps was more than enough and touch screen performed just fine.
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Take your Phantom 1, Phantom 2 or Phantom 3 series device and accessories on the go with this DJI Manfrotto Phantom BC.QT.000002 backpack, which features 6 outside pockets for organized storage. The nylon fabric construction protects stored items.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
Great bag!
By 400orbelow
Great quality, holds everything you need, up to 9 batteries. Well engineered, YouTube videos show best how to utilize, but everything has its own spot, except for maybe a water bottle.
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Camperjoe
St. Paul, Minnesota
nice well thought out pack but ...
March 2, 2016
.. based on the Manfrotto 3N1-35PL the customizing to make it more drone friendly is well thought out. However, the fit for the P3 is very snug and may frustrate some users. And a tool that frustrates is a tool that doesn't get used much. As a backpack it fits well, is well constructed and should last a long time. And the fact it was designed for camera gear gives it a second life.
FYI for the customizing you do pay a premium price compared to the 3N1-35PL.
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DJI Phantom camera with a 1-inch 20MP Exmor R CMOS sensor, longer flight time and smarter features.Fly Responsibly:Before takeoff, update all software and firmware, and read the instructions thoroughly.See the FAA website for registration requirements and information about flying a drone safely: https://www.faa.gov/uas/getting_started/. Additional state or local requirements may apply. Check your local jurisdiction. The following websites may help you make informed decisions about flying your drone: www.knowbeforeyoufly.org and www.modelaircraft.org.
 
Overall4 out of 54 out of 5
The avoiding obstacles works only two modes
By Johnnyb from Chicago
Beginer and tripod mode are using th obstacle avoidance.
Not happy with that for the price and features listed.
Best Buy was amazing with the delivery and the service.
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Camperjoe
St. Paul, Minnesota
Check that manual again Johnnyb you are incorrect
February 26, 2017
The side facing infrared sensing system works only in Beginner Mode and Tripod Mode true enough. However, the forward facing and rear facing systems work in P Mode which is the most often and most common way the DJI drones are flown and they are designed to work at speeds up to 30mph when the conditions are favorable.
You cannot fly with abandon in any direction you choose as the system cannot detect small objects such a bare tree branch or telephone lines. So you still need to perform your due diligence and scout out your shooting location.
Its in the manual.
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Tamron SP 150-600mm f/5-6.3 Di VC USD Telephoto Zoom Lens for Nikon: Low dispersion lens elements, plus vibration reduction and ultrasonic silent drive technology, make this zoom lens ideal for shooting close-up action shots or wildlife in the distance. Antireflective eBAND coating reduces flare and ghosting for crisp images.
 

Will this work with my Nikon D700? (700, not 7000)

I have used mine on a Nikon D700 with no issues and the resulting images are really something to see IF your focusing is accurate. With the very shallow depth of field with long lenses if you focus is off even a little you and everyone will notice the miss.
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Nikon D7100 DSLR Camera Body: Open up to a world of finer detail with the Nikon D7100, designed without an optical low-pass filter for impeccably-detailed image and video capture. The 1.3x crop mode gives you extra reach from your lens without sacrificing the high resolution quality, and the 51-point autofocus system locks onto your subject for incredibly fast response times. Whether you're a semi-professional or a skilled photographer upgrading to a more advanced DSLR, the lightweight and compact D7100 will keep your creativity on the edge.Memory card sold separately.
 

Advantages between the D7100 vs. D7200 for the added cost of camera

Not intimately familiar with the D7200 and all its improvements over the D7100 but what I see right away is that the D7200 has the Wi-Fi function built in and the D7100 uses an optional small dongle that plugs into the side of the camera.
To my thinking, in order for that built in Wi-Fi feature to work well the camera's chassis had to be modified. This would be to make the electronics fit and to give it a clear access to the outside world for good Wi-Fi transmission. This imho makes the chassis just that much weaker and the internals more vulnerable to a strong impact in just the right place.
Then again, a lot of people never really put their cameras in that kind of harms way. If you don't count accidentally being knocked off a table or dropping it as you take it out of a camera bag, those kind of things.
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Nikon D7100 DSLR Camera Body: Open up to a world of finer detail with the Nikon D7100, designed without an optical low-pass filter for impeccably-detailed image and video capture. The 1.3x crop mode gives you extra reach from your lens without sacrificing the high resolution quality, and the 51-point autofocus system locks onto your subject for incredibly fast response times. Whether you're a semi-professional or a skilled photographer upgrading to a more advanced DSLR, the lightweight and compact D7100 will keep your creativity on the edge.Memory card sold separately.
 

Is this a Nikon Factory refurbished camera? What Canadian warranty comes with this camera? Jamie in Dartmouth, NS

Best Buy in their ads denote products that are refurbished. Look the ad over, if it doesn't say open box item, refurbished, reconditioned, like new or other language to that effect then you can assume its factory new in the box.
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Nikon D7100 DSLR Camera Body: Open up to a world of finer detail with the Nikon D7100, designed without an optical low-pass filter for impeccably-detailed image and video capture. The 1.3x crop mode gives you extra reach from your lens without sacrificing the high resolution quality, and the 51-point autofocus system locks onto your subject for incredibly fast response times. Whether you're a semi-professional or a skilled photographer upgrading to a more advanced DSLR, the lightweight and compact D7100 will keep your creativity on the edge.Memory card sold separately.
 

Can I use the same lenses that I use in Nikon D90?

Yes you can. You can use almost any lens Nikon has made over the last, I don't know maybe 35-40 years. I have a Nikkor 500 f/8 mirror lens and a Sigma 16mm full frame fisheye lens. Both are totally manual focus, no electrical connection to the camera body at all. They both fit and work just fine.
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Camperjoe
 
Nikon D7100 DSLR Camera Body: Open up to a world of finer detail with the Nikon D7100, designed without an optical low-pass filter for impeccably-detailed image and video capture. The 1.3x crop mode gives you extra reach from your lens without sacrificing the high resolution quality, and the 51-point autofocus system locks onto your subject for incredibly fast response times. Whether you're a semi-professional or a skilled photographer upgrading to a more advanced DSLR, the lightweight and compact D7100 will keep your creativity on the edge.Memory card sold separately.
 

Is this a US version and what is the Nikon warranty

The version sold by Best Buy is a USA version
7 years, 1 month ago
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Protect your Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 with this Samsung EF-BT810PFEGUJ book cover, which features an auto on/off function to wake your device up when opened and put it to sleep when closed. The strong polyurethane material ensures durability.
 

Samsung keyboard Compatible

Does this cover have the same magnets to secure a Samsung keyboard like the model that actually comes with the keyboard. I like the gold color better than the black one I have and would like to place the keyboard in to a gold cover
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It is not magnets that secure the cover to the tablet. Those small shiny studs on the cover snap fit to the back of the tablet to hold the cover to the tablet. The magnets are designed to hold the cover in various open positions. For that the magnets system work great.
7 years, 2 months ago
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BLU-RAY TO MONITOR

CAN A BLU-RAY PLAYER CONNECT TO A COMPUTER MONITOR W/O A COMPUTER AND STILL PLAY THROUGH THE MONITOR?
My guess, maybe not. There needs to software at the receiving end to decode the surround sound data and monitors don't come equipped that way. But then maybe via the HDMI cable it will playback the stereo version of the soundtrack either through speakers built into monitor or other speaker PC type speakers.
Interesting question, I hope you get a definitive answer.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 Tablet: With a vivid Super AMOLED touch screen and adaptive display technology, this versatile tablet brings your photos and videos to life. Dual quad-core processors make it easy to navigate home screens and apps. SideSync and Quick Connect technologies integrate your other Samsung devices, so you can easily transition to working and playing on your smart TV or smartphone.
 

can i add this tablet to my existing data plan with my carrier?

Not the Wi-Fi version you can't. However if you can create a hot spot with your existing phone the tablet can use that connection to access the internet.
It is my understanding that the 4G LTE versions of this tablet that Best Buy carries are not unlocked versions, so you must use the carrier(s) Best Buy promotes
8 years, 4 months ago
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Camperjoe
   St. Paul, Minnesota
 

can the blu ray play the regular dvds?

Yes they can. And with upscaling technology built in they can often make prerecorded DVD movies look better.
9 years, 3 months ago
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Camperjoe
   St. Paul, Minnesota
 

i want a blu-ray player with surround sound with it

Any stand alone Blu-ray player can decode the surround sound that is on a DVD or Blu-ray disc but it cannot reproduce the sound or send it to existing home theater speakers on its own
It must be connected to the rest of your sound system. If you're starting from scratch an easy entry to surround sound from a Blu-ray player would be on of the all in one combos that includes speakers, speaker wire and a Blu-ray player with the required sound amplification technology built in.
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   St. Paul, Minnesota