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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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Immediately upon unboxing this router it is clear, you have just opened a behemoth, a monster, WiFi for your entire house, maybe even your entire neighborhood. This is the best wireless router I've ever owned, period, end of sentence. I've owned somewhere around ~10 different wireless routers in my time, from TP Link, Asus, Linksys, as well as used the terrible gear cable companies will rent to you. This router blows them all away.I have the 75Mb/s internet package from Comcast, over WiFi I am pulling down 90Mb/s in my entire 2 story house [see the SpeedTest results]. I was wondering if there was anywhere that this signal reach, and well, I couldn't find it. I even went in my backyard and pulled down a 30Mb/s stream and could watch Youtube on my phone with no problem.
This is the router for you if you want to end all of your WiFi struggles, pain points, and complaints. After a quick set up ( <15 minutes), you can finally enjoy WiFi everywhere.
My Best Buy number: 2112439778
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy a compact tablet that fits neatly in your pocket with this Acer Iconia One 8-inch tablet. It includes a quad-core processor and 1GB of RAM that deliver powerful processing to play all your games and apps, and the 16GB of flash memory ensure this Acer Iconia One 8-inch tablet and store your files.
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The tablet market is crowded with cheap tablets. Most of these cheap tablets run Android of some flavor, usually an old version. This Acer Iconia One tablet is running Android 5.1 which is a vast improvement over the previous versions.
I think the best way to review this tablet is to list the pros and cons. Everyone uses tablets in different ways, there is no right or wrong one, just different tablets for different people.
Pros:
- Cheap <$100
- Has a microSD slot for loading music/movies/pictures
- LED screen is nice and bright, easy to read
- Screen size seems to be a perfect compromise between 10.1 (iPad) and 6.0 (kindle fire)
- Thin and light, easy to hold
- Cheap <$100
- Has a microSD slot for loading music/movies/pictures
- LED screen is nice and bright, easy to read
- Screen size seems to be a perfect compromise between 10.1 (iPad) and 6.0 (kindle fire)
- Thin and light, easy to hold
Cons:
- Preloaded with Acer apps
- Default is Acer launcher (You can download the Google Now launcher which improves the overall experience)
- Screen is not very high resolution, but not bad either
- Speaker is very weak (I use headphones most of the time)
- Preloaded with Acer apps
- Default is Acer launcher (You can download the Google Now launcher which improves the overall experience)
- Screen is not very high resolution, but not bad either
- Speaker is very weak (I use headphones most of the time)
Overall, I have a hard time complaining about this tablet. I've been using it the last week to check email, read the news in the morning, and watch videos on YouTube.
My Best Buy number: 2112439778
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Sony 4K Ultra HD TV: With 2160p resolution, this 4K Ultra HD TV delivers your favorite movies and TV shows in realistic detail. The generous display is large enough for everyone in the room to view. Plus, you can connect to the Internet for access to streaming content on Google Play.
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from Munster, IN
I'm an avid tech geek. Almost always an early adopter of new technology.
I've been waiting for the 4K sets to come down in price and at $1499/on sale, this TV is a steal. The picture quality is nothing short of amazing. I love that AndroidTV is built in. My favorite feature is the ability to use Pandora with the TV screen off, a very smart feature Sony included.
My Best Buy number: 2112439778
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Insignia™ NS-50D550NA15 LED HDTV: With a 120Hz refresh rate and a 1080p LED display, this Insignia™ HDTV delivers crisp, clear images in high-definition. MHL lets you connect a compatible smartphone or tablet to play back stored media.Roku ReadyPair with Roku Streaming Stick for access to more than 700 channels, including Netflix, Hulu Plus and HBO GO.
Posted by: JoeTheBeerGeek
from Munster, IN
Internet Connectable?No
Picked this up for $399 which appeared to be a 2-day deal. Closest price from Samsung/Vizio/Sony at that size TV is in the $550+ range. Hard to argue this one for that much price difference.
I have it hooked up to an Xbox 360 and a Google Chromecast and HD video looks great.
Unit is very slim, sleek, and logo is barely visible. Great purchase.
My Best Buy number: 2112439778
What's great about it: Viewing Area per Dollar
What's not so great: Not sure yet
I would recommend this to a friend!
Picture Quality
4
Sound Quality
4
Features
4
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![Rise of the Lion [Only @ Best Buy] [CD]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/5540/5540018_sa.jpg)
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from Munster, IN
Hands down my favorite Miss May I album to date. I wasn't sure what to expect with this new album but it blew away my expectations. I've had it cranked nonstop the last few days!
My Best Buy number: 2112439778
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Fight the Silence [CD]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/3344/3344094_sa.jpg)
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from Munster, IN
Huge fan of For Today ever since their first CD (which now seems so old).
Great lyrics, powerful message, and catchy/heavy riffs. This has everything I want in a metal album.
My Best Buy number: 2112439778
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Fitbit Flex Wireless Activity and Sleep Tracker Wristband: Slim, stylish and always by your side. Track your activity throughout the day and monitor the quality of your sleep at night. LED lights on the device show you how your day is measuring up against your personal goals, motivating you to achieve a more active lifestyle.
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from Munster, IN
Age:25-34
Gender:Male
I decided to pick up a FitBit to try to get more active. I found that just writing down my exercise was inaccurate and not motivating me.
Enter the FitBit Flex. Tracks my steps, my really active minutes and my food intake from MyFitnessPal. I started to view exercise more as a game. I always try to do more steps than the last day. For me this device really worked. I enjoy the motivation it gives me.
Battery life is great, tracking seems pretty accurate, sleep monitoring is a neat feature too.
My Best Buy number: 2112439778
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Stay connected with this AT&T GoPhone Nokia Lumia 520 cell phone, which features 4G speed for rapid data transfer. The color touch screen with 800 x 480 resolution simplifies navigation and offers a clear view of photos, videos, documents, messages and more.
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from Munster, IN
Age:25-34
Phone size:Just right
Can you really write complaints about a $70 off contract phone? I don't think that's all that fair.
I went from a Galaxy S3 to a Moto G to this Lumia 520. I broke the previous two phones and wasn't paying a $2-300 for a new phone.
I saw this phone at $70 and thought "what a steal". I like that I was able to load a 64GB microSD card and listen to my whole music library. Coming from Android, I actually love the live tiles of Windows Phone 8. It's very convenient. My only gripe would be the lack of the FitBit app and the general sluggishness of the Facebook and Instagram apps. You can't blame that on Nokia though.
For this phone being so cheap it runs really quick, screen looks good, and it is a good size. I'd recommend to anyone.
My Best Buy number: 2112439778
What's great about it: inexpensive, easy to use
What's not so great: small battery, weak camera
I would recommend this to a friend!
Picture Quality
5
Battery Life
3
Sound Quality
4
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Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 7.0: Jump right into using your tablet with the familiar Galaxy interface and wireless integration for syncing your contacts, music, apps and more. The super-clear screen sharpens your multimedia experience, and the Smart Remote feature lets you use your tablet as a universal remote for your home entertainment system.
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from Munster, IN
Picked this up for my mother in law as she's got a Samsung Galaxy S3, so this would be an easy transition into the tablet world.
She loves it because it's like a giant cell phone (that's a compliment from her).
Naysayers (like myself) would bring up the lower res display and last gen CPU/RAM, but for the $139 I paid I wouldn't complain. There better tablets out there, but there's a budget for everyone.
My Best Buy number: 2112439778
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Ease of Use
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Features
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Use this Klipsch ProMedia 3-piece speaker system to enjoy brilliant sound when playing games, listening to music or watching videos on your computer.
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from Munster, IN
Tired of changing between set ups trying to find the right balance of bass, treble, and affordability, I went to the Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 set up. The satellites are much higher quality than any other computer speakers you'll see, rivaling sets 2-3 times the cost.
The subwoofer is compact, but produces deep smooth bass.
Overall there's nothing not to like about this set up. This is the ideal near field listening set up, and I'd recommend it to anyone.
My Best Buy number: 2112439778
What's great about it: easy to set up, affordable, high quality sound
What's not so great: nothing so far
I would recommend this to a friend!
Sound Quality
5
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This Sony STRDH130 stereo receiver features an AM/FM radio with 60 station presets, so you can easily find and enjoy your favorite radio programming. Speaker A/B switching helps simplify operation.
Can I connect Sony - 5-Disc CD Changer/Recorder Model: CDPCE500 to this receiver and play from both a CD or a flash memory from that device?
Im looking for an option to change from an old shelf system to a receiver, thank you in advance. I consulted this question at local store but couldnt tell me different than the specs in the website, and this feature is not mentioned in the CDPCE500 specs.
If you use the CD player you mentioned you want to connect the analog (L+R red/white RCA plugs) from the CD player to the "CD" red/white RCA inputs on the receiver.
You should have no problem playing CD's or using the USB on the CD player SKU you provided.
You should have no problem playing CD's or using the USB on the CD player SKU you provided.
10 years, 2 months ago
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JoeTheBeerGeek
Munster, IN
This Sony STRDH130 stereo receiver features an AM/FM radio with 60 station presets, so you can easily find and enjoy your favorite radio programming. Speaker A/B switching helps simplify operation.
Can i hook up two 200w speakers
im looking for a receiver that would power the speakers with no problems i have two speakers there both 200w max
Yes you can. The speaker rating is a max number. You won't be running this receiver at this much power for normal listening. Even very loud will still be 25-50W RMS.
10 years, 2 months ago
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JoeTheBeerGeek
Munster, IN
This Sony STRDH130 stereo receiver features an AM/FM radio with 60 station presets, so you can easily find and enjoy your favorite radio programming. Speaker A/B switching helps simplify operation.
Need some help with the possibilities for this receiver to be put together with a speaker system and other devices.
Does the watt capacity in this device restrict the possibilities in any way?
Can this receiver be combined with both SS-B1000 and SS-CR3000 Speakers at the same time? or would it be better to combine the SS-B1000 with a subwoofer SA-W2500 or HTCT60 at the same time?
I intend to make the combination also with the cd changer CDPCE500 and later with the turntable PS-LX300USB connected to the cd changer itself.
Can that be done and have an adecuate functioning of the whole equipment?
Can this receiver be combined with both SS-B1000 and SS-CR3000 Speakers at the same time? or would it be better to combine the SS-B1000 with a subwoofer SA-W2500 or HTCT60 at the same time?
I intend to make the combination also with the cd changer CDPCE500 and later with the turntable PS-LX300USB connected to the cd changer itself.
Can that be done and have an adecuate functioning of the whole equipment?
You can only connect a total of 4 speakers (2 A-side + 2 B-side) to this receiver for a dual-stereo config.
You are honestly best off using the subwoofer + 2x bookshelf speakers for a 2.1 channel set up. Run the speaker wires from the receiver into the "high level" inputs of the subwoofer, then run the "high level" outputs to your speakers. Tune the crossover and gain of the subwoofer to your liking.
You are honestly best off using the subwoofer + 2x bookshelf speakers for a 2.1 channel set up. Run the speaker wires from the receiver into the "high level" inputs of the subwoofer, then run the "high level" outputs to your speakers. Tune the crossover and gain of the subwoofer to your liking.
10 years, 2 months ago
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JoeTheBeerGeek
Munster, IN
This Sony STRDH130 stereo receiver features an AM/FM radio with 60 station presets, so you can easily find and enjoy your favorite radio programming. Speaker A/B switching helps simplify operation.
Is there a difference between this receiver and the Sony - A/V Receiver - 270 W RMS - 2 Channel - Black?
Both receivers show the same model on the best buy web site but different watt capacity, so is the STRDH130 a 200 W or a 270 W receiver?
It's 200W RMS. I think the 270W RMS is in reference to an older model.
10 years, 2 months ago
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JoeTheBeerGeek
Munster, IN