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- First reviewNovember 17, 2016
- Last reviewMay 4, 2017
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Easily wake up to your favorite radio station with this Insignia™ NS-CLOPP2 alarm clock that features a digital AM/FM tuner and 10 preset stations for simple customization. The large LED display provides a high level of visibility.
Customer Rating
3
Good clock, but way too bright at night
on May 4, 2017
Posted by: BrianInRaleigh
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is a very easy to use and easy to see clock. They controls are simple and easily understood. The radio is adequate, but the speaker reminds me of an old transistor radio.
The problem with this clock is that the green display lights up the room at night. It is in a guest bedroom and more than one guest has put it on the floor, face down, because it is just too bright.
My Best Buy number: 3470017707
My Best Buy number: 3470017707
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Introducing Chromecast UltraDelivers everything you love about Chromecast plus faster processing speeds and up to 4K Ultra HD & HDR picture quality*. Chromecast Ultra works with iPhone®, iPad®, Android devices, Mac®, Windows®, and Chromebooks.
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5
A Chromecast with a cable!
on November 23, 2016
Posted by: BrianInRaleigh
Verified Purchase:Yes
It is hard to review a 4K Chrome-cast with so little 4K content available. I have watched a the new Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon in 4K on my 4K tv with both an original Chrome-cast and a Chrome-cast Ultra. There was a slight improvement but nothing spectacular, though the Samsung 55" UKS9000 series TV may have a lot to do with that.
The biggest noticeable improvement comes from the device being a wired device. I did not have to deal with issues when both kids and my wife are streaming various videos to their tablets. This aspect was significant enough that I have ordered the wired Ethernet adapter for the Chromecast that is attached to the second TV.
I do not know if this supports WIFI, but in an apartment situation where there will be a lot of congestion on WIFI I am thinking the wired aspect of this will be a major benefit.
My Best Buy number: 3470017707
My Best Buy number: 3470017707
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Samsung - 55" Class - (54.6" Diag.) - LED - 2160p - Smart - 4K Ultra HD TV - with High Dynamic Range
Watch TV, movies or videos in stunning quality with this Samsung 4K UHD TV. The 55-inch screen shows every detail clearly, so you won't miss anything. The SmartHub software works with the built-in Wi-Fi to let you access many popular streaming services, ensuring that you always have something to watch on this Samsung 4K UHD TV.
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Verified Purchase:Yes
I normally go with middle of the road products, but this time I decided to treat myself. It is worth it. I am not sure what part of the improvement is the HDR capability vs the 9000 series just being better. Regardless I don't care it is a great TV.
It is simple to set up, with two annoying exceptions. First one of the mounting adapters had a bad thread on it. Fortunately I actually have a tap set that allowed me to clean the threads. It would have been annoying to not be able to mount the TV because of a bad shoulder bolt.. I did not try the included TV stand. Then everything was going smoothly until I set the input that our Tivo Premier was connected to as a cable box. The TV would not stop asking to try to program it so the TV's remote would control the cable box. The Tivo does not accept whatever the TV is trying to send it so it repeatedly fails. Eventually I set that input as a game console and no more problems.
Otherwise the Chromecast Ultra works great, the BluRay player works great no issues.
I highly recommend this TV.
My Best Buy number: 3470017707
My Best Buy number: 3470017707
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Store plenty of files on your action camera, smartphone or tablet by adding this Samsung EVO+ MB-MC64DA/AM microSDXC memory card, which features a generous 64GB capacity. A water-, temperature-, x-ray- and magnet-resistant design offers protection.
Customer Rating
4
Good card, but...
on November 17, 2016
Posted by: BrianInRaleigh
Verified Purchase:Yes
If I had reviewed this card BEFORE I tried it in my Moto X Pure the rating would have been 5 stars. It is fast and big, everything I was looking for when I was using it in my Lenovo Yoga Tab3.
When I purchased a second one for my new Moto X Pure the experience was not as good. When I put it in the phone Android 6.0 says it is an unsupported card, and it will sometimes reject the card when I reboot the phone. The same thing happens when I put the card in my wife's Moto X pure. Not sure if it is a problem with the card, Motorola, or Android 6.0
I will recommend the card for most purposes, but I will warn anyone about the problem I had with our phones.
My Best Buy number: 3470017707
My Best Buy number: 3470017707
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Moto X Pure Unlocked Cell Phone: Connect with friends and family wirelessly with help from the vibrant 5.7" touch-screen display and 32GB of storage space for all your music, photos, contacts and apps. Capture group shots and selfies using the front and rear cameras.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent phone, with best ergonomics yet
on November 17, 2016
Posted by: BrianInRaleigh
Verified Purchase:Yes
My options were the new Moto Z platform, a new Pixel XL, or this phone. I am very glad I selected this phone. It is by far the fastest phone I have ever used. I was skeptical of a phone with a 4K display, but it is definitely worth it
The battery lasts 2 days of average use. Only a day if I play games.
My Best Buy number: 3470017707
My Best Buy number: 3470017707
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Introducing Chromecast UltraDelivers everything you love about Chromecast plus faster processing speeds and up to 4K Ultra HD & HDR picture quality*. Chromecast Ultra works with iPhone®, iPad®, Android devices, Mac®, Windows®, and Chromebooks.
Introducing Chromecast UltraDelivers everything you love about Chromecast plus faster processing speeds and up to 4K Ultra HD & HDR picture quality*. Chromecast Ultra works with iPhone®, iPad®, Android devices, Mac®, Windows®, and Chromebooks.