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- First reviewDecember 5, 2009
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- First review commentMarch 7, 2016
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Bring vibrant sound to your outdoor entertainment area with this Sonance outdoor streaming music system. A magnetic-mount audio keypad gives you a central command station for controlling playlists and volume, while Wi-Fi connectivity means you can use your home's internet connection to stream content. Featuring powerful speakers, this Sonance outdoor streaming music system delivers clear audio quality for your listening enjoyment.
Customer Rating
5
Great streaming solution for my patio.
on August 8, 2018
Posted by: Todd
from Herky, MO
Love this setup. Makes streaming music a breeze to my outdoor patio. Hardest part was running the speaker wires, from the Sonos unit to the outdoor speakers. Other than that it was a piece of cake.
Everything works flawlessly using the App on my Note 5 smartphone. I decided not to use the keypad, as I controll the system from my smartphone. So no use for the included keypad.
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Maximize your broadcast viewing enjoyment with this flat-panel ANTOP outdoor HDTV antenna. It captures UHF and VHF signals within its powerful 65-mile reception range, and its durable exterior resists moisture and UV damage. Install this ANTOP outdoor HDTV antenna on a wall or pole via its mounting bracket, or place it indoors with the included stand.
Customer Rating
4
Nice off air hdtv antenna
on July 10, 2018
Posted by: Todd
from Herky, MO
I installed this antenna behind my hdtv. I'm roughly 50 miles from my local broadcast affiliates.
I do not wish to mount this in my attic or on the outside of my home, so with that said... I rate this 3 out of 5 stars. I was able to pull in 3 of my local off air channels.
Not as good as I was hoping for but being unable to install this in my attic for best reception IMO. Is to be expected, as sitting behind my tv isn't the most ideal location for install.
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Replenish the battery life of an Apple or Android device with this 10W Belkin wireless charger. It provides fast charging speeds to save time in your busy day, and it minimizes electromagnetic noise to ensure full device functionality. This white Belkin wireless charger is compatible with phones that have plastic cases up to 3mm thick.
Customer Rating
5
Great wireless phone charger
on June 15, 2018
Posted by: Todd
from Herky, MO
This new Belkin QI Charging pad works nicely. Even better than my Samsung one, that came with my Note5.
Anywhere I set my phone on the pad itll charge. Vs. On my Samsung charge pad, if it wasnt set at the perfect spot my Note5 would charge for say 5 minutes then stop suddenly.
This Belkin will Fast Charge my Note5 in about a hour, vs 4 hoirs with my Samsung wireless QI charging pad.
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Hear high-resolution in-game audio with this Plantronics RIG 500 PRO gaming headset. Its 50mm drivers and noise-isolating acoustic chambers provide optimal sonic performance, and the flip-to-mute microphone is simple to use. This Plantronics RIG 500 PRO gaming headset comes with a Dolby Atmos activation code for your Xbox One or Windows 10 system.
Customer Rating
5
Great headphones for gaming, very comfortable.
on June 13, 2018
Posted by: Todd
from Herky, MO
These are some of the nicest, most comfortable gaming headphones Ive used! Love how the mic is detachable, sound is great including Dolby Atmos via Win 1p pc.
The ear cups are detachable for better fitament. Theres no discomfort whatsoever with these Platronics gaming headphones. Only way these would be completely over the top, is if they had some rgb element to them.
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Clean your home with voice command or app-based programs by using this Samsung robot vacuum. Its digital camera and nine sensors let it find its way around, avoiding obstacles and mapping the most efficient path through your home. Wi-Fi connects this powerful Samsung robot vacuum to your smart home systems.
Customer Rating
4
Nice robot vacuum by Samsung, only minor flaws.
on May 26, 2018
Posted by: Todd
from Herky, MO
I recieved this robot vacuum in exchange for my honest review.
This vacuum works well on both hard surcaes as well as carpeted. Easily navigates around any obstacles such as chairs doors, and or stairs. It has a remkvable canister for empting its content as well as a washable filter.
The vac includes controll via touch buttons on the device itself or via samsung connect app, or via the included remote. The vacuum will cleam my entire 1350 sq ft home with little to battery life left. Charging takes around 4 hours.
Complaints. Wish the battery life was longer, as well as the power brick cord being about 4 ft longer, making it easier to hide the power brick. I would also like to see it offered in a color other than mainly black, silver or white would be nice.
The lack of better built in wifi is a surprise, since many devices are AC WiFi compatible.
The lack of better built in wifi is a surprise, since many devices are AC WiFi compatible.
All in all its a nice vac for all surfaces, just has some minor flaws that samsung could easily fix, if they so wish to do so. I would definitely reccomend this vac to someone lokking for a nice robot vacuum.
I removed a star for the lack of better built in wifi, short power cord with large power brick, and lack of color choices. Battery life could be a bit better as well.
My Best Buy number: 0560526811
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ASUS Laptop: Experience powerful gaming performance in a slim, compact package with this 15.6-inch ASUS laptop. Its 16GB of DDR4 RAM and Intel Core i7 processor let you multitask between programs, and its GTX 1060 graphics card smoothly renders 3D scenes. This ASUS laptop has a 1TB HDD, 8GB SSHD and 128GB SSD for versatile storage options and fast boot times.
Customer Rating
5
Great gaming pc.
on April 28, 2018
Posted by: Todd
from Herky, MO
I recieved this gaming laptop jn return for my honest reciew. Also, Ive been to get my hands on a good gaming laptop for awhile now.
This 15.6 Asus Rog doesnt dissapoint! The built in 1060 gpu handles games perfectly. I play mostly racing/sports games, Forza, NBA 2018. The i7 also handles anything you throw at it with ease. My only complaints are the battery life and cooler noise. But a gaming pc with a gtx 1060 and i7 uses alot of battery as well as creating alot of heat. Both are to be expected and not a con.
The built in ac wifi is blazing fast whether playing online games, or simply surfing the net. I love the rgb keyboard, wish it were mechanical, but being its a entry level I guess it cant have it all. I also like the red lit rog logo on the cover. Theres a thin 8 inch bar at the top of the cover, that looks like itd light up but doesnt, would be a cool touch.
The 1080p led screen looks crystal clear, not 4k but its very clear. Youtube videos look great. I would of liked to see a gigabit ethernet port, but not a big deal. The included 16 gb of memory along with a Kingston 128 m.2 ssd, and a qtb barracuda sshd is a very nice addition. The 128gb m.2 is plenty big enough for win 10, paired with the seagate 1tb sshd for data and games. I do notice the sshd noise when vloume is down loading games and applications.
For the money I would definitely say this rog gaming laptop is a beast of a buy. Would of liked to see the added raised underneath cooling option on this model as well. But its only on it two bigger brothers.
All in all. This is a well thought out and put together gaming machine for those not want to spend $2k or more on a high end gaming laptop. Also the Auro Sync, for Asus compatible mice and headsets is a nice feature.
Boot and load times are very fast on both the m.2 and sshd drives. I about jumped the 1st time I turned this machine on and the Rog logo appeared on the screen with a booming sound intro as well. The speakers are pretty nice for a thin laptop, especially bass.
I can definitely see myself enjoying this nes laptop for years to come.
My Best Buy number: 0560526811
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Upgrade PC game performance with this Corsair gaming mouse. Its 1 ms 2.4GHz wireless technology is low latency to provide the edge in eSports competitions, and the nine programmable buttons enable custom configurations. This Corsair gaming mouse has a contoured shape and interchangeable side grips to provide the user with a tailored fit.
Customer Rating
5
Great 2.4ghz wireless rgb mouse
on April 10, 2018
Posted by: Todd
from Herky, MO
So far Im in love with this mouse. Love the wireless charging capability, as well as the multiple rgb options. The mouse is lightweight and comfortable to use for normal stuff as well as gaming.
This mouse seems to have great accuracy. I like the interchangable grips, as well as the many useful buttons for gaming. Battery life is really good as well. Works well with the Corsair Link software.
This is a must have for the gaming enthusiast who loves RGB like I do...
My Best Buy number: 0560526811
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Navigate your desktop precisely with this CORSAIR mouse pad. Its textured surface is optimized for optical and laser mice, and it uses Qi technology to wirelessly charge your mouse as you play. This black CORSAIR mouse pad has an LED charging indicator that provides instant information on battery life status.
Customer Rating
5
Great wireless charging mousepad...
on April 10, 2018
Posted by: Todd
from Herky, MO
This mousepad is big, about 3x larger than a standard pad. Charges my dark core se rgb mouse nicely as well as my Note 5 smartphone.
I really wish thks had rgb accents around the edges like most newer mouse pads do. This takes up 2 x 3.0 usb ports on your p.c.
My Best Buy number: 0560526811
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Amp up your workouts with these JLab Epic Sport wireless earbuds. Memory Wire ear hooks keep them securely in place during activity, and their six tip options and interchangeable Cush Fins let you make custom adjustments for an ideal fit. These JLab Epic Sport wireless earbuds have a 12-hour battery life for uninterrupted listening during long training sessions.
Customer Rating
5
Simply awesome wireless earbuds
on April 5, 2018
Posted by: Todd
from Herky, MO
Ive Never been a fan at all of earbuds. Either they dont stay in well, or fit is uncomfortable.
Not at all the case with thse Jlabs, fit is great, comfort is just as nice, and there are many assorted sizes inserts included. Also included is a small accesory case, and charging cable.
The sound with these is really nice for any earbud Ive tried. They are clear with a good amount of bass. Battery life is great, I got 3 days of use before charging them.
I really like how well they fit in the ear, and that theres a shapable cable that runs behind the ear to better keep these in place. Theres volume up & down buttons, as well as pause/answer call.
While the price imo, is slightly steep. These have everything a quaility set of earbuds need. I definitely recommemd these to anyone who works out, and or likes wireless earbuds.
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Without you knowing it, cybercriminals can infiltrate your Wi-Fi network and steal your identity or invade your privacy by accessing your connected devices. Password protection isn't enough anymore.Engineered with multi-layered security, Norton Core™ intelligently protects your Wi-Fi network and an unlimited number of connected IoT devices such as smart TVs, baby monitors, Wi-Fi thermostats as well as your personal devices like laptops, desktops, smartphones and tablets against malware, spyware, ransomware, viruses and more.
Customer Rating
3
Good for basic users, but no more than that.
on March 25, 2018
Posted by: Todd
from Herky, MO
The Norton Core is a good idea, but it lacks some of the features that would make it great. It says it is for home or business, but I can't see it working for business, as there is no network configuration for LAN or WAN settings, and it cannot be configured to work with already established network settings. You must change every network setting in order to work with Norton Core, which if you have a larger network, is a real pain and takes a lot of time. If you were using the Norton Core for a guest network and do not need to connect to other devices, it would work well for that.
Also making it seem unsuitable for business use is that the only interface is though the app on your phone (iOS or Android). It cannot be installed on a laptop or desktop computer. If a business used this and the one person with the phone was out of the office and unavailable, there could be a serious problem.
One really strong advantage to the Norton Core is its powerful parental controls. You can set up individual user profiles that allow you to block by content, and control when the device has wireless access. You can set a certain amount of time that each specific user (or all users) can be on the network, such as 2 hours per day, and/or set the times of day that the network is accessible, such as between 9 am and 9 pm.
After setting up the Norton Core, I have noticed that our network is somewhat slower. This could be due to the router scanning everything so closely in order to filter out the unwanted content, but we have had no problems with buffering while streaming Netflix, You Tube, etc.. The connection does seem to fail sometimes, requiring unplugging and reconnecting. It updates automatically and it seems to be doing this all the time, so hopefully one of the updates will fix the slower band width problems and prevent it from freezing up.
The purchase price includes a 1 yr subscription to Norton Core Security Plus. According to Norton, after the first year, you will be billed $9.99 per month to continue the subscription. If you don't renew, Norton Core will continue as a high performance router, but all network, IOT & device level security features, plus parental control features will be unavailable. Since that is the probably the primary reason people will purchase this device, you're pretty much stuck paying for the subscription.
My Best Buy number: 0560526811
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iBUYPOWER Desktop: Vanquish your opponents with this desktop, which offers 2GB dedicated AMD Radeon graphics to help you explore virtual worlds in clear, vivid detail. Built-in Wi-Fi offers fast Internet connection, and the 2TB hard drive provides ample storage space.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Good Budget gaming PC
By Paul
Bestbuy really doesn't give much info on the exact internals so here they are. The motherboard is a gigabyte z170-hd3p, the ram is Adata brand 2133mhz 2x4gb, cpu i5 6600k, stock Intel cpu cooler, toshiba 2tb hdd, lg dvd drive, gpu is the amd r7 250, and it's all powered by a generic 400w power supply. Overall a good budget pc that will run games on low to medium settings. If want high to ultra settings I suggest upgrading the power supply to atleast 500w and the r7 250 to a nvidia gtx 970. Since the motherboard is a z board you have the ability to overclock the cpu. (Very easy within the BIOS).
Todd
Herky, MO
Geil Super Luce ddr4 memory
March 7, 2016
I've got this pc on the way, I plan on upgrading the PS to a EVGA 750w modular design as well as a better Nvida geforce gtx 970 card. But, my question is, how much room from ghe stock cpu cooler is the ram slots? Tia...
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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.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5GoodCoverage
By HeadZeppelin
This is a free sample product received from Linksys Family and Friends program and is really awesome looking, it performs well and gives good signal coverage throughout my three room apartment.
I was dissapointed to find it has no WPS button anywhere, and it dosen't recognize my wireless printer, it's probably something simple and I haven't contacted tech yet, I'm sure it will work fine when I can do that, You can't go wrong with Linksys.
You will be impessed by it's looks and the coverage you get from it, If you invest in one I'm sure you won' be disappointed
I was dissapointed to find it has no WPS button anywhere, and it dosen't recognize my wireless printer, it's probably something simple and I haven't contacted tech yet, I'm sure it will work fine when I can do that, You can't go wrong with Linksys.
You will be impessed by it's looks and the coverage you get from it, If you invest in one I'm sure you won' be disappointed
Todd
Herky, MO
This has a WPS button
June 2, 2016
The WPS button is located on the right side, near the front of the 9500...
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Bring bold color to your gaming hobby with this Razer Kraken analog headset. Thick padding and a lightweight construction make it ideal for extended wear, and the fully retractable microphone lets you adjust the device to meet your needs. This Razer Kraken analog headset has a long cable that provides flexibility of movement as you play.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Absolutly amazing
By BoomBox
this is honestly one of the best headphones I have ever purchased in my life, and definitely a step up in Razers game of audio-phile grade headphones. they are very comfortable and sound amazing with a very balanced frequency signature. I'm so glad they upgraded to 50mm speakers over last gens 40mm. if you want a reasonably priced music headphone, look no further. I would recommend the 7.1 chroma variant for gaming though, plus those come with stickers, these, sadly, do not.
Todd
Herky, MO
Stickers
March 24, 2017
Open the Included Booklet, my stickers were inside...
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does touch screen you cannot use a mouse?
benefits of curved tv's
None, its only a Gimmick by the Manufacturers to get you to buy something you dont have!
Go non curved, and thank yourself later!
Go non curved, and thank yourself later!
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Learn moreabout Magnolia PremiumInstallation With 4K and 3D pass-through, this Yamaha RX-A740BL receiver supports dynamic, true-to-life visuals. Includes HDMI 4K Ultra HD and 3D pass-through technologies for compatibility with 3D TVs, Blu-ray players and gaming consoles and 4K Ultra HD TVs.
Does the Yamaha RX-A740 receiver support the HDCP 2.2 standard on its HDMI ports?
Only at Best BuyThis powerful Insignia™ NS-STR514 2.0-channel stereo receiver features compatibility with Apple® iPhone® and iPad® and most Bluetooth-enabled devices for easy wireless music streaming. The A/B switch supports up to 4 speakers.
what advantages are there if i pair this with a insignia tv
Is there better performance
Abosolutly None, no need to match Brand names! It was Snake Oil back in the days...
9 years, 3 months ago
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Todd
Herky, MO
Only at Best BuyThis powerful Insignia™ NS-STR514 2.0-channel stereo receiver features compatibility with Apple® iPhone® and iPad® and most Bluetooth-enabled devices for easy wireless music streaming. The A/B switch supports up to 4 speakers.
How far do the bluetooth capabilities work?
How far away can someone be while still using the bluetooth features?
Only at Best BuyThis powerful Insignia™ NS-STR514 2.0-channel stereo receiver features compatibility with Apple® iPhone® and iPad® and most Bluetooth-enabled devices for easy wireless music streaming. The A/B switch supports up to 4 speakers.
Is it possible to pair multiple devies via Bluetooth?
Does this allow two devices to be paired with it via Bluetooth? That is, can my wife and I both have our phones paired to the stereo, or can we only have one at a time, and then have to pair the second phone when we want to switch? Is it Bluetooth 2.1? Thank you much!
With a Dolby Atmos decoder, this Denon In-Command AVRX4100 receiver supports enveloping, robust sound. Includes HDMI 4K Ultra HD and 3D pass-through technologies for compatibility with 3D TVs, Blu-ray players and gaming consoles and 4K Ultra HD TVs.
When will this be in stock at Sherman Oaks or Burbank?
I'd like to see the unit first hand before ordering.
Thanks -
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Youll have to find a nearby Best Buy that has a Magnolia inside...
9 years, 3 months ago
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Todd
Herky, MO
Learn moreabout Magnolia PremiumInstallation With 4K and 3D pass-through, this Yamaha RX-A740BL receiver supports dynamic, true-to-life visuals. Includes HDMI 4K Ultra HD and 3D pass-through technologies for compatibility with 3D TVs, Blu-ray players and gaming consoles and 4K Ultra HD TVs.
Does this have Bluetooth?
Samsung Galaxy Note 3 SPHN900WTK Cell Phone for Sprint: The 5.7" screen and powerful processor make the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 an ideal device for work or play. It's sleek, portable and loaded with innovative features, and the S Pen allows you to write notes, stay organized and interact with your device. The 13.0MP camera captures shots with incredible detail and sharpness.Sprint Easy Pay option available in store. Learn more ›
Can you edit pics with the S Pen?
Are you able to remove or add a person to pics you've taken with the phone with the S Pen, or is there a specific app to do this? Anyone know....
Figured out finally how to do this... Hold the button on the aspen down while tracing around the object or person to add/remove from pic...
10 years, 7 months ago
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Todd
Herky, MO
Samsung Galaxy Note 3 SPHN900WTK Cell Phone for Sprint: The 5.7" screen and powerful processor make the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 an ideal device for work or play. It's sleek, portable and loaded with innovative features, and the S Pen allows you to write notes, stay organized and interact with your device. The 13.0MP camera captures shots with incredible detail and sharpness.Sprint Easy Pay option available in store. Learn more ›
Is Note iii (Sprint Plan) elig for $50 Gift Card deal?
The Best Buy Chat team told me yesterday "yes" Note III Sprint plan is eligible for $50 gift card currently in place, but I did not see this phone w/ Sprint listed in the online group of phones elig. Could you confirm or deny this please?
No its not, but I signed up for the $50 gift card a few months back by email! You get a $50 gift card when you upgrade your phone at bestbuy before jan 2014!
10 years, 7 months ago
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Todd
Herky, MO