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PNY's Elite Turbo Attache 4 USB 3.2 is built for speed & convenience. Experience USB 3.2 next generation speed performance with transfer speeds of 100MB/s read and transfer speeds up to 10x faster than USB 2.0. It's the perfect solution for easily storing and quickly transferring all your large documents, high-resolution photos, HD videos, and more. USB 3.2 offers the same ease-of-use and plug-and-play capabilities as previous generations of USB technologies, but with exceptional speed improvements. Designed for Reliable Portable Storage, PNY's Elite Turbo Attaché 4 USB 3.2 Flash Drive is designed with convenience and portability in mind. The portable, light-weight Flash Drive incorporates a sliding collar cap-less design that means for no more lost caps. This USB 3.2 Flash Drive is small in size, but big on performance
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4
Good Value When on Sale
on February 26, 2016
Posted by: james114
Verified Purchase:Yes
The Turbo Plus and Attache4 units are the same part number, only the color is different according to PNY.
I have a previous generation of this same unit and will compare it to that.
1. Size: the new design is smaller in ever dimension and has a lip which makes pulling it out of a usb port easier.
2. Design: the new sliding cover seems to work easier than the old design, and looks to have taken into account the main problem with the old design, which was that it would warp with age.
3. Capacity: PNY must have gotten smaller NAND chips to shrink the unit, but the size of the chips seems to be random. I bought two of these units and both formatted out to greater than 128gb.
4. Performance: I think these must be TLC NAND since there is a drastic drop in write speeds after a few seconds. They perform about 1/2 the speed of the previous generation.
5. Price: while the retail price has dropped, I would still only buy these on sale, which seems to be every other week.
1. Size: the new design is smaller in ever dimension and has a lip which makes pulling it out of a usb port easier.
2. Design: the new sliding cover seems to work easier than the old design, and looks to have taken into account the main problem with the old design, which was that it would warp with age.
3. Capacity: PNY must have gotten smaller NAND chips to shrink the unit, but the size of the chips seems to be random. I bought two of these units and both formatted out to greater than 128gb.
4. Performance: I think these must be TLC NAND since there is a drastic drop in write speeds after a few seconds. They perform about 1/2 the speed of the previous generation.
5. Price: while the retail price has dropped, I would still only buy these on sale, which seems to be every other week.
My Best Buy number: 2937080902
My Best Buy number: 2937080902
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Keep important files on hand with this PNY Turbo Attaché 4 P-FD128TBAT4NB-GE flash drive, which offers up to 128GB storage and features a sliding collar that guards the delicate interface. USB 3.0 technology ensures rapid connectivity.
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4
Decent Performance and Good Value on Sale
on February 26, 2016
Posted by: james114
Verified Purchase:Yes
Please note, the Turbo Attache 4 and the Turbo Plus sold at Best Buy are the exact same part number, just different colors.
The unit performs well, with middling read/write speed. The actual size in GB in my case was more than 128gb when formatted.
The new, smaller size and bent handle shape make the unit easier to pull from the usb plugs and it doesn't get as hot as the previous generation.
So far, I've not had a problem with unit, and would suggest only buying when on sale, which seems to be every other week.
My Best Buy number: 2937080902
My Best Buy number: 2937080902
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Only @ Best BuyImmerse yourself in the graphics of your smart television with this Insignia HDMI cable. Supporting resolutions up to 4K UltraHD, this 6-foot cable features HDR support to increase color and contrast for a realistic viewing experience. This Insignia HDMI cable features triple-layer shielding to keep interference out for a crisp picture.
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3
Decent, Basic HDMI Cable
on January 29, 2016
Posted by: james114
Verified Purchase:Yes
There is little need for high price HDMI cables when you are using lengths of less than 10 feet, so I usually shop for what's on sale. In this case, we didn't know an item we purchased included an HDMI cable (shock! An included cable!) so picked this one up as it was on sale.
We use it to occasionally attach a laptop to our large screen TV. That it was 6ft long is a bonus as most of my other HDMI cables are either 3' or 4'.
My Best Buy number: 2937080902
My Best Buy number: 2937080902
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Optimized for VHF and UHF frequencies, this RCA ANTB25 antenna works with most ATSC digital tuners and NTSC analog tuners when signals are present, including HDTV and standard definition, to offer a reliable backup for when storms block transmission.
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3
Similar Quality Can be Gotten at Lower Price
on January 29, 2016
Posted by: james114
Verified Purchase:Yes
This item is essential a bowtie antenna stuffed in a plastic case. It doesn't pull in signals very well. My $7.00 RCA rabbit ears with a small square UHF does an equal job on the same TV.
The paper-thin units that are about 15" square (various brands) so a better job for the same price.
My Best Buy number: 2937080902
My Best Buy number: 2937080902
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Control the functions of your PC with this Insignia™ NS-PNK5001 USB keyboard that features 104 keys, including hot keys, for easy operation. The waterproof design provides peace of mind during use.
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4
acceptable basic extended keyboard
on December 4, 2015
Posted by: james114
Verified Purchase:Yes
This was purchased for a rarely used Apple MacMini that lost it's expensive apple extended keyboard to corrosive liquid damage. The machine is probably used less than 4 hours a month, so a sub 10 dollar keyboard was perfectly acceptable.
This is a very basic, all plastic keyboard with no frills. It has a hardwired usb 1.1 cable and no additional connectors. That is NOT clear in the product description. Take this into account when connecting to your computer- you can't plug a mouse into the keyboard. Luckily, the computer in question uses a bluetooth mouse.
The keys would not hold up to my aggressive key pounding, and I imagine I would kill this keyboard within a month if I used it for work purposes. However, for 'light' typists, and those that hunt and peck, it will probably be okay.
My Best Buy number: 2937080902
My Best Buy number: 2937080902
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This PNY Attaché 4 USB 2.0 flash drive's generous 128GB capacity provides plenty of room to store pictures, videos, music and other important files, so you can take them with you on the go.
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4
a much better attache design than the previous
on December 4, 2015
Posted by: james114
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have several attache models from over the years. This newest model has become thinner, and the sliding sleeve is also thinner plastic with a better catch design. My older attach models have become harder to open/close as the plastic has warped from heat generated by usage. This design might not warp as badly. The slight indent at the rear I guess is to make pulling it out of the usb port easier- it doesn't.
I purchased usb 2 solely because the device the unit was targeted to only supports usb 2 (raspberry pi 2b). It is slow, because it's only 2.0, but if you can catch them on sale, the price difference between 2.0 and 3.0 tends to be less than 10 dollars. I'd buy 3.0 only, if not for the quirk of this units planned usage.
I have had fair-to-good luck with PNY flash drives. They work well, but are not as fast as the SanDisk models that are direct competitors. That said, they are also a few dollars cheaper on average so it's really a personal choice. I never buy any flash drive that isn't on sale.
My Best Buy number: 2937080902
My Best Buy number: 2937080902
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The Logitech Wireless Touch Keyboard K400 Plus lets you experience PC-to-TV entertainment the way you Watch video, browse the web, chat with friends and much more. The all-in-one keyboard with touchpad ends the hassle—and clutter—of multiple devices. And a 32.8-foot wireless range ensures your fun won’t be interrupted. Comfortable, quiet keys and a large (3.5-inch) touchpad make navigating entertainment effortless. Even setup is a snap thanks to the tiny, plug-and-play Unifying receiver.
Customer Rating
4
a good keyboard for entertainment centers
on December 4, 2015
Posted by: james114
Verified Purchase:Yes
I purchased this to use with a Raspberry PI B2 running OSMC. The keyboard and trackpad required no configuring to work about 95 percent, which is rather stellar considering. I don't understand the extra left mouse button on the upper left corner- I keep hitting it wanting the escape key.
Some of the function keys work, but holding FN+whatever does not. This is probably to do with the mapping for the Pi and not the keyboard itself.
I wish the keys were backlight, but that model was much more expensive. It is a good remote keyboard for not a lot of money.
My Best Buy number: 2937080902
My Best Buy number: 2937080902
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Utilizing Bluetooth technology, this splash-proof HMDX Hangtime HX-P140BK speaker lets you wirelessly connect most Bluetooth-enabled devices from up to 30' away. A 3.5mm auxiliary input enables easy wired connectivity.
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3
A Decent Speaker, Worthless Speakerphone
on October 17, 2015
Posted by: james114
Verified Purchase:Yes
I picked this up because it was supposedly also a speakerphone. It is utterly worthless in that fashion as the microphone is incredibly poor. Holding the microphone to your mouth and speaking into it is still not enough to be heard on the other end. As a speaker, it is pretty good, and it was cheap.
My Best Buy number: 2937080902
My Best Buy number: 2937080902
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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With a 32GB storage capacity, this Samsung MB-MG32DA/BBY microSD memory card accommodates a generous amount of media files, such as movies, games, photos and music. The Class 10 UHS-1 speed ensures efficient performance.
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4
Good Performance, Great Price on Sale
on July 3, 2015
Posted by: james114
Verified Purchase:Yes
I use this card not for photos or as storage for a smartphone, but as the operating boot disk for a Raspberry Pi microcomputer. The card seems to handle the increased i/o well and the speed of the card is greater than the Pi's interface which wasn't the case with the old Kensington class 4 card it replaced.
I've had hit or miss luck with Samsung products in the past, but this card seems to be working well and hasn't completely lost its mind like some cards do in this application.
My Best Buy number: 2937080902
My Best Buy number: 2937080902
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Logitech M570 Wireless Trackball Mouse: Easily use your computer for long periods of time with this trackball mouse, which allows you to precisely navigate features with minimal wrist movement. Enjoy lasting comfort thanks to the sculpted shape, which supports the curves of your hand.
Customer Rating
4
Solid Quality Trackball, Proprietary Interface
on March 21, 2015
Posted by: james114
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is basically the old trackman wheel with a radio interface instead of a hardline usb cable. Don't think that you are freeing a USB port by switching, you now have to use Logitech's proprietary radio interface which means plugging a USB dongle into a port. Since Bluetooth is so common these days, there is no reason Logitech couldn't have released a universal bluetooth device.
Usability, this is an excellent thumb-operated trackball with 5 user programmable buttons and a scroll wheel (which is button #5 as well.) Battery life seems to be decent, I turn the trackball off each night but leave it on during the day when the computer is turned on (8-10 hours/day.)
Logitech's software is okay on a Mac OS X system, and is required to program the 3 extra buttons. Without their app, you still have left/right click buttons and the scroll wheel; but not the scroll wheel button or the two small forward/back buttons next to the left click button.
I've noticed that this unit collects dust on the rollers for the trackball much faster than the old wired unit, and those rollers are plastic instead of metal, so I am cleaning it more carefully and often than in the past.
My Best Buy number: 2937080902
My Best Buy number: 2937080902
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