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- First reviewFebruary 7, 2014
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With no wires in the way, Bose SoundSport Wireless Sports Earbuds keep you moving with powerful audio. Perfect for exercise and running with a sweat and weather resistant design and StayHear+ tips designed for comfort and stability. The Tile app makes your headphones easy to find if they ever go missing.
Customer Rating
4
Good in-ear wireless headphones
on June 7, 2016
Posted by: Telstar
from Columbia, MO
I found the SoundSport Wireless headphones by Bose to provide really good quality sound through BT. They pair easily with your device, and the controls are simple to operate: volume up & down/pause, off/on etc. They recharge through USB (short cable provided) with around a 6 hour battery duration. They are built to resist sweat so they can be used while working out, gardening, whatever, in addition to less active pursuits.
SoundSport in-ear wireless headphones have three different size buds to fit in your ear: large, medium, small. They're easy to remove/replace on the headphones and are secure once attached. I tried using the medium buds that were already on the headphones, but they didn't want to stay in my ear canal very well. I tried the small and ditto. Finally, I tried the large, and they stayed in much better. Guess it just depends on your particular ear canal size. All three size buds have a soft "arm" off the bud that fits into the cupped area behind the ear canal to help stabilize them.
I'm generally the type that prefers in-hear buds to block most outside sound and for the bud to reach well into the ear canal. Some prefer less ear canal depth/blocking so they can still hear conversation to some degree, horns honking etc. SoundSport falls probably into 50-70% blockage of outside noise. Of course, the volume is really good on these so you can hear your music or other material without any problems. Again, really good earphones with the usual Bose sound quality.
My Best Buy number: 3306084002
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Your household wants to play, stream and work online all at once. With this Linksys router, you can do it all without buffering or other interruptions. Use the Smart Wi-Fi app to get started, control, and monitor your home network from anywhere.
Customer Rating
5
Powerful Multi-Band Router!
on February 14, 2016
Posted by: Telstar
from Columbia, MO
This router replaces a Netgear Nighthawk 7000 router, which performed well too. However, the Linksys EA 7500 is a more powerful router.
I have a WiFi repeater in the living room on the main level of my house. My router has to be in a corner bedroom in my basement because that's where my internet cable comes into the house. Plus I have CAT-5 hardwired from the bedroom to several other rooms in the house where I find it handy to use Ethernet connections instead of just WiFi in those particular locations. So, the router has to stay in my downstairs bedroom for now, which means the router has to broadcast its WiFi signal upstairs and down the length of the house. Before I got the Linksys EA 7500, the repeater was needed to give a stronger WiFi signal to the living room and past it to some more bedrooms.
With the Linksys EA 7500 I'm getting the same signal strength as I did with the Netgear Nighthawk with repeater. This means I can discontinue use of the repeater, if I want.
Once I powered up the EA 7500, it started transmitting the WiFi signal, and I chose that WiFi source on my computer. As soon as I did that, my browser popped up opening to the Linksys page where it walked me through the setup. That only took a couple of minutes, and it did the setup automatically - and I was done!
I'm impressed with the EA 7500 because it replaced a good router with a better one!
My Best Buy number: 3306084002
What's great about it: Installing was simple and done in minutes.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Microsoft Surface 3 Tablet: Multitasking is easy with this functional tablet, which features Windows 10 and an integrated kickstand for simple, intuitive navigation. Stay productive with preloaded apps, and record and share memories with the front and rear cameras.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent device for portable or desktop use
on January 24, 2016
Posted by: Telstar
from Columbia, MO
Verified Purchase:Yes
The Surface 3 is a well built device that has a really nice screen, kickstand and runs Windows 10. I like the S3 very much. It can handle any normal office task with ease and certainly exceeds requirements when watching video, browsing the web and other personal things.
The S3 is very portable, cool and quiet. I use the type cover with it all the time. It's my companion device as well as filling in as my desktop should my desktop tower computer go down for some reason. I can hook up an external monitor, speakers, USB devices, BT devices, you name it. It has all my software for business and personal use on it since it has a full OS.
While you can game on the S3, you cannot game as you would with a dedicated gaming machine. Obviously, the latest generation Atom processor isn't powerful enough for regular PC gaming for the most part.
Otherwise, the S3 handles everything I need to do. If you like sketching or taking notes in longhand, this is your device. Of course, with the type cover you can handle any typing need including note taking that way.
My Best Buy number: 3306084002
My Best Buy number: 3306084002
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Get to work on your Microsoft Surface Pro 3, Surface Pro 4, Surface Pro 5, Surface Pro 6 or Surface Book with this Microsoft PD9-00003 Surface Dock, which features USB 3.0, Gigabit Ethernet, 3.5mm audio and Mini DisplayPort interfaces, so you can connect a host of accessories and charge your device while you use it.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent proprietary dock - SP3 SP4 Surface Book
on December 13, 2015
Posted by: Telstar
from Columbia, MO
Verified Purchase:Yes
I really like this dock! It will tuck away on your desk out of sight yet offers Ethernet, audio out, 2 miniDP's & 4 USB3 ports. The Surface Link connector from the dock to your Surface 3, 4 or Surface Book is very flexible so say goodbye to stiff, hard to manage cords that usually require duct tape to tame.
If you have a Surface Pro 3 or 4, or the Surface Book, this is the dock!!
My Best Buy number: 3306084002
My Best Buy number: 3306084002
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Microsoft Surface Book Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: This ultrathin, high-performance laptop is equipped with incredible 3000 x 2000 screen resolution and the versatility of a tablet. It combines a powerful 6th Generation Intel® Core™ i5 processor and 8GB of system memory with discrete graphics so no creative tasks are too demanding. Use the included Surface Pen to mark-up presentations, sign documents, take notes and much more. Learn more.
Customer Rating
4
Beautiful Surface Book
on December 13, 2015
Posted by: Telstar
from Columbia, MO
Verified Purchase:Yes
The SB is svelte & beautiful. The 3:2 aspect ratio of the screen is excellent for documents & work space in general, & the 3000x2000 resolution give gorgeous picture quality as well as a great canvas for artists. The detachable clipboard elevates the SB's use for many including note takers and artists, or anyone needing tablet functionality for a few hours away from the "laptop" experience. With its dedicated graphics card it certainly offers better graphics performance for those needing that.
Of course, with all high-end devices, the price(s) is premium, but if you truly need all that it offers, it's worth it!
Due to its cost, I recommend you try the SB to see if it actually meets your needs, or exceeds them. If you fall into the latter category, look for something less expensive that meets your needs - not everyone needs all this beautiful device offers.
My Best Buy number: 3306084002
My Best Buy number: 3306084002
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Power your home theater with this Insignia™ NS-SB515 2.1-channel soundbar, which features Bluetooth technology for easy wireless streaming. The 6.5" subwoofer produces quality low-end sound to enhance your favorite films.
Customer Rating
4
Excellent sound system for consumer class system
on November 22, 2015
Posted by: Telstar
from Columbia, MO
The Insignia NS-SB515 Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer is a good entry-level sound system. Literally in 10 minutes, or less, you can be listening to your device through it. Hook it up to your TV, Blu-ray player, cable box or other device by either a digital optical sound cable (not provided) or RCA sound source through a RCA audio cable (provided) with or without the RCA 3.5 mm adapter (included). In addition, you can connect the Insignia Soundbar through Bluetooth from your phone, computer or other Bluetooth device. The Subwoofer connects wirelessly through the Soundbar.
In short, you plug your Soundbar into an outlet, plug the Subwoofer into an outlet, then hook your Soundbar to your device through one of the ways mentioned above. Good, clear instructions are included.
This system comes with a remote that allows you to choose the source (optical, RCA, Bluetooth) so you can actually have more than one source hooked up to your Soundbar at the same time. You then select the one you want - optical from your TV? Fine. Bluetooth from your phone or computer? Fine. Switch between them? Fine. The remote also has the normal volume controls for the Soundbar and separate volume controls for the Subwoofer. In addition, you can pick either of three settings for the DPS (digital signal processor): Standard, Theater or News. You get a different blend of treble and bass with each.
The Soundbar can be set flat on a table where your TV sets or can be mounted to the wall (wall mounting bracket and template included) below or even above your wall-mounted TV. The Subwoofer can set anywhere in the room since the low frequency sound it produces is non-directional.
All-in-all the Insignia NS-SB515 provides good quality sound, is simple to set up, is inconspicuous, and it won't break the bank to buy one.
My Best Buy number: 3306084002
What's great about it: Simple to set up, works quickly out of the box. Plenty of sound!
What's not so great: Providing a Digital Optical Sound cord would have made this system complete.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Shield your tablet with this Platinum PT-MMSS12B Universal Sleeve – Tablets up to 12" that features nylon construction to protect your device against accidental damage. The lightweight design offers easy portability.
Customer Rating
5
Progessional & clean looking
on October 22, 2014
Posted by: Telstar
from Columbia, MO
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is an excellent 12" sleeve for your SP3. It's padded and has a zippered peripheral pocket, Matte finish nylon is easy to clean yet looks very neat and professional.
My Best Buy number: 3306084002
My Best Buy number: 3306084002
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Transform your Surface Pro 3 into a workstation with this Microsoft 3Q9-00001 docking station that features 3 USB 3.0 ports and 2 USB 2.0 ports, so you can use and charge your accessories. The mini DisplayPort lets you connect a high-definition monitor.
Customer Rating
5
Perfect accessory for desktop workstation
on October 5, 2014
Posted by: Telstar
from Columbia, MO
Verified Purchase:Yes
My first Dock I returned because the mini Display Port in the Dock was loose and only made intermittent connection. The replacement has worked very, very well. I'm running two large external monitors through that one port (with a "splitter" device I bought separately), and a host of other USB peripherals. I also use a BT keyboard and wireless mouse when using the Dock. It all works very well. I just drop my SP3 in the slot, slide the side-holders inward and boot it up. Reverse that to take my SP3 with me when I leave.
One thing to keep in mind with the Dock is that it is different from a USB hub. With a USB hub the signal from the SP3 goes through your USB 3 port and as such is subject in performance to the demand on the SP3's CPU. The Dock sends its signals through the SP3's charging port and thus uses mostly the GPU thus not being dependent on the varying load on the CPU as with USB hubs. Using the dock allows you a more even performance experience while providing a number of USB 3 and USB 2 ports in addition to the mini Display Port mentioned above. It also charges your SP3 while it's docked...a very NICE piece of equipment!
My Best Buy number: 0086797795
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Microsoft Type Cover for Surface Pro 3: Complement your Surface Pro 3 by adding protection and performance whether you're at home, at work or on the go. The ultrathin keyboard doubles as a screen-protecting case and sits at an incline on flat surfaces for a comfortable typing experience.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent & necessary accessory to the SP3
on October 5, 2014
Posted by: Telstar
from Columbia, MO
Verified Purchase:Yes
My Type Cover has operated flawlessly. It's stylish, doesn't show dirt (black type cover), cleans easily, and I use it while on the couch, at a table or desk, wherever I might be other than just standing up, then I can use the on-screen keyboard when in tablet mode.
I recommend the Type Cover without reservation.
My Best Buy number: 0086797795
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Microsoft Surface Pro 3 Tablet: The new Surface Pro 3 is in a category of its own. With a stunning 12" display in a sleek magnesium frame, Surface Pro 3 has all the power and performance of a laptop in an incredibly lightweight, versatile form. It may just be the ultimate device.
Customer Rating
5
One heck of a fine piece of hardware!!
on October 5, 2014
Posted by: Telstar
from Columbia, MO
Verified Purchase:Yes
I bought the i5/8/256 Surface Pro 3, and I'm in love with it. It has performed flawlessly and is extremely versatile. I can use it easily on my lap, with legs crossed or not, on tables or hooked up to the Dock as a full workstation with all peripherals hooked up. I love the screen size and quality. The type cover works very, very well and I use it all places except when the SP3 is set in my Dock (it's still attached even then). Then I use a BT keyboard and a wireless mouse. The peripherals I mentioned above include two large external monitors.
I would recommend this device to anyone wanting or interested in an all-in-one device: tablet, laptop, desktop - it fills the bill!
My Best Buy number: 0086797795
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With the 10th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 processors enabling up to 8-cores and 16-threads of multi-threaded performance, the latest generation of Alienware m17 goes beyond its predecessor. Featuring the new NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 with Ultimate performance for gamers and creators. Realistic ray-traced graphics and AI-accelerated DLSS. Our latest thermal technology, Advanced Alienware Cryo-Tech, is an engineering approach where an Alienware system’s gaming performance is never compromised by means of electrical and mechanical methods while maintaining system stability during the highest performance states.
Can you put more nvme ssd disks?, it should have capacity for 2 extras
Yes, 2 slots are for 2280's up to 2 TB each and one slot for a 2230 up to 512GB. On the 2280 slots it will allow you to set up a RAID 0 or 1 arrangement.
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Work or play on the go with this Dell G5 15 notebook. The 15.6-inch FHD display delivers a clear crisp picture, while the NVIDIA GTX 1660 Ti graphics card supports most modern games. This Dell G5 15 notebook has a 256GB SSD and 1TB hard drive for ample storage and quick file access, and the Intel Core i7 processor and 16GB of RAM offer quick multitasking.
Is the keyboard 4 zone RGB Backlit?
4 zone is an option on this model, but this one has blue back-lighting
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Work or play on the go with this Dell G5 15 notebook. The 15.6-inch FHD display delivers a clear crisp picture, while the NVIDIA GTX 1660 Ti graphics card supports most modern games. This Dell G5 15 notebook has a 256GB SSD and 1TB hard drive for ample storage and quick file access, and the Intel Core i7 processor and 16GB of RAM offer quick multitasking.
Does this have a thunderbolt 3 port ?
Yes, it has a USB-C DP/ISB-C Thunderbolt port among other types of ports
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Work or play on the go with this Dell G5 15 notebook. The 15.6-inch FHD display delivers a clear crisp picture, while the NVIDIA GTX 1660 Ti graphics card supports most modern games. This Dell G5 15 notebook has a 256GB SSD and 1TB hard drive for ample storage and quick file access, and the Intel Core i7 processor and 16GB of RAM offer quick multitasking.
I tried to spec this same setup on Dell and it's impossible to combine a 9750 processor and a 60Hz monitor. Only 9750 options they have are standard with a 144Hz monitor so does this come with a 60hz or 144 hz monitor? Someone please confirm?
I'm running a 532D850 32" Samsung monitor through the Dell's miniDP port at 60Hz while running a HP 25" gaming monitor through the HDMI port of the Dell at 144Mz. The laptop screen is running from the Intel UHD 630 chip at 60Mz
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Work or play on the go with this Dell G5 15 notebook. The 15.6-inch FHD display delivers a clear crisp picture, while the NVIDIA GTX 1660 Ti graphics card supports most modern games. This Dell G5 15 notebook has a 256GB SSD and 1TB hard drive for ample storage and quick file access, and the Intel Core i7 processor and 16GB of RAM offer quick multitasking.
Hi, Is this laptop capable to operate in Europe? Specifically France? As far I know, USA and Europe have different Power type.
You will need a power adapter specific to the country where you'll be using it.
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Protect yourself in the event of an accident with this ESCORT dash cam. The built-in collision detection system stores important footage in the event of a crash, and Wi-Fi connectivity lets you instantly share data with your insurance company. This ESCORT dash cam uses super-capacitor technology to keep recording, even in extreme temperatures.
the BestBuy site recommeds buying 128gb card, however the Escort website says: Q: What is the largest size microSD card I can use with the Escort M1? A: The Escort M1 supports up to 32GB microSD cards. WICH SIZE IS THE CAM MEM. LIMITED TO?
There are people using 128GB cards with the M1 with no problems. I don't know if you can use larger cards or not, but up to 128GB cards are being used with no issues
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Experience the ultimate in FHD gaming graphics with this 24.5-inch HP 25X display. A smoother gaming experience with sharper, cleaner details is provided by a display that refreshes 144 times per second, while the micro-edge design provides ultra-wide, seamless viewing. The stand on this HP 25X display has a 100mm range of motion, making it easy to position for your comfort level.
How can I connect my mouse and keyboard because I’m new to this?
Your mouse and keyboard will connect to your computer. The monitor also connects to your computer so no direct connection between your monitor, mouse and keyboard.
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Enjoy totally immersive gameplay with this bold and powerful HP Pavilion gaming desktop. Lag is nonexistent thanks to AMD Radeon RX 580 graphics, while high-speed performance is provided by an AMD Ryzen processor and 8GB of DDR4 RAM. Interior expansion slots allow for upgrades that ensure your HP Pavilion gaming desktop remains up to date.
How many RAM slots does this have, and how many are used when you buy it?
It has 2 RAM slots with an 8GB stick in one slot when you buy it. It can handle up to 32GB of RAM
5 years, 5 months ago
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Enjoy totally immersive gameplay with this bold and powerful HP Pavilion gaming desktop. Lag is nonexistent thanks to AMD Radeon RX 580 graphics, while high-speed performance is provided by an AMD Ryzen processor and 8GB of DDR4 RAM. Interior expansion slots allow for upgrades that ensure your HP Pavilion gaming desktop remains up to date.
Here on the Best Buy description says 3 display ports, but on the Hp site doesn’t show any. So is it true this product has 3 display ports or at least 1???
Out of the RX 580 it has 3 DP ports and 1 HDMI port
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Enjoy totally immersive gameplay with this bold and powerful HP Pavilion gaming desktop. Lag is nonexistent thanks to AMD Radeon RX 580 graphics, while high-speed performance is provided by an AMD Ryzen processor and 8GB of DDR4 RAM. Interior expansion slots allow for upgrades that ensure your HP Pavilion gaming desktop remains up to date.
Can this computer run UHD 4K movies? I asked a bestbuy employee and he told me this would not. That it would suffer. That I should go instead with another HP. That the chip is old. Is this right?? I want for Black Friday.
DisplayPort resolution: 5120 x 2880 @ 60Hz
HDMI resolution: 4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz ( HDMI 2.0)
HDMI resolution: 4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz ( HDMI 2.0)
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