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- First reviewNovember 17, 2015
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Free yourself from the tangle of wires on your morning run with these Jaybird Freedom wireless earbuds. Bluetooth capabilities connect easily to your phone or other compatible device, and the sweat-proof design offers comfortable wear even on long flights. These Jaybird Freedom wireless earbuds feature a metal inline remote for dependable use.
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I also have the Jaybird X2's which I've been pleased with. These new earbuds sound even better, especially using the companion app to tweak the sound.
The fit though is not so great, at least for me. The volume control module is heavy enough to weigh down on the right side, resulting in the need to periodically push the right earbud back in. If I wrap the cord around my ear, the volume control flops around between my ear and head enough to annoy. When worn this way, the cord is a bit stiff so on the left side it continually 'unwraps' and the cord pops out from behind the the ear.
As good as they sound, the issues with fit and comfort will have me returning them -- I'll definitely try again when the 2nd generation of this style comes out, the product's design engineers will surely come out with something more practical.
My Best Buy number: 0530240228
My Best Buy number: 0530240228
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Enjoy HD programming with the Roku Streaming Stick. Plug it into any flat-screen television that has a built-in USB port to view streaming media. This device provides more than 4500 channels on demand and features more than 450,000 movies and TV episodes. Control the Roku Streaming Stick with the included remote or with your smartphone via the Roku Mobile App.
Customer Rating
3
Good Option for a Secondary TV
on April 19, 2016
Posted by: benjitek
Verified Purchase:Yes
I preordered from BestBuy, it arrived a day early. Used to have the Roku 3, but gave it to my mom when I got the AppleTV 4. My primary reasons for getting the new Roku stick was for Amazon Prime Video and USTVNow.com, both of which have Roku apps but not AppleTV. For Amazon, AirPlay casting from my iPhone to AppletTV works quite well, but is at times inconvenient. The Stick fulfills the reasons I purchased it, but also gives me a new appreciation for my AppleTV 4:
** Scrubbing: On the Roku, there isn't any -- you can skip ahead/back in tiny increments, but if you have more than a minute's worth it quickly becomes frustratingly slow. With the Siri Remote, skipping 30 seconds or 10 minutes are both instantaneous with a voice command, or very quick by swiping the touchpad. Fast-forwarding is an option with Roku, but the slider moves so fast it's impractical trying to stop at the right spot.
** Wireless Audio: AppleTV's is pure bluetooth, so the pause/play button on my Jaybird X2's is a great feature -- I use it often. Roku Private Listening delivers audio to my iPhone over WiFi and to my headphones over bluetooth. Works fairly well, perfectly in sync with the video. Occasionally skips, very briefly -- so short it doesn't cut off an entire word of dialog but often enough to annoy. It also has a crackling static noise that distracts from viewing -- turning Private Listening off and back on clears it up for a bit, but you can count on it coming back. The static feedback doesn't block any audio, but it's there. Also, it's definitely not 'pure' bluetooth. Pressing pause/play on the headphones doesn't pause but instead turns off Roku Private Listening, stops media playback and restarts whatever I was last listening to on my iPhone whether it was Downcast, iTunes, Hulu, Netflix, or whatever. Annoying. Hopefully that'll be cleared up with a future update as I listen wirelessly more often than not.
It's OK... Better as an option to supplement a primary streaming box, or for a spare TV in a guestroom -- I wouldn't recommend as a primary streaming solution.
My Best Buy number: 0530240228
My Best Buy number: 0530240228
I would recommend this to a friend!
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With a Bluetooth 4.1 interface, this Plantronics Explorer 505 203621-63 headset allows you to wirelessly pair with up to 2 compatible Bluetooth-enabled devices from up to 33' away. GSMA-certified HD Voice promotes vocal clarity.
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Verified Purchase:Yes
Previously had the Plantronics Voyager Edge headset and liked it, however, recently found out it melts after a session in the clothes dryer :-(
Didn't want to spend that much again, so I went with the Explorer. It's an OK substitute, with a few of caveats:
** It comes with just one ear-gel cover size, medium. In my average-size ear, that means the ear-clip is a must, as the device falls out easily without it. The Edge ships with all 3 sizes, and the large-size provides enough staying power to use the headset without the clip. Plantronics offers a 3-pack of each size at their website reasonably priced with shipping at just over $5. The Voyager Edge had a bunch of motion sensor features, like answering a call if you put it in your ear, or pausing music playback if you took it out -- these functions often didn't work properly and I'd shut them all off, so I don't miss any of that.
** The earpiece itself is loud enough when on a call or listening to audio, but the voice prompts are barely audible unless you're in a quiet setting. They were much louder with the Edge.
** I kinda miss the call announcement feature of the Edge which spoke the callers name and had the option to 'answer or ignore' using voice. Not exactly a fault though, at double the price there have to be some features that aren't in the Explorer.
I prefer the design and appearance of the Voyager 505 -- it's flat, and doesn't protrude out of the ear nearly as much as the Edge. The buttons are easier to deal with than the Edge.
Overall, I'm pleased with the purchase but do wish it shipped with all 3 sizes of earpiece covers, and had louder voice prompts.
My Best Buy number: 0530240228
My Best Buy number: 0530240228
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Protect your Apple iPhone 6 Plus with this ZAGG Orbit IPPORB-GYB hard shell case that features a slim design, so you can easily transport your device in your pockets or your purse. The flush button covers ensure a sleek and stylish design.
Customer Rating
5
Perfect Balance
on January 8, 2016
Posted by: benjitek
Verified Purchase:Yes
This case is the perfect balance between minimal and drop protection. It also creates a lip so you can rest your iPhone face-up or down so the surfaces don't touch anything. I've never been one to cover a device's glass with anything, however, scratches to the aluminum back were a concern so I also purchased a great clear decal cover for the back made by Stickerboy - dot - net (the back-only type 2 clear or matte).
The gray bumper with the Space Gray iPhone 6S Plus is looks great, like Apple made it. It's as close to a caseless appearance as you'll get without actually using your device naked. I actually purchased a 2nd one in the event that I do drop my iPhone and the bumper becomes damaged.
My Best Buy number: 0530240228
My Best Buy number: 0530240228
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy your music with these Sony Extra Bass MDRXB950BT/L headphones, which feature Electronic Bass Boost circuitry for deep low-end sound. Bluetooth technology with AAC and aptX support allows easy wireless pairing with compatible devices.
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Verified Purchase:Yes
Previously purchased the JBL Everest Elite 700 Bluetooth headphones, however, they have a defect which prevents them from pairing with the new AppleTV-4. They sounded great though when paired with my iPhone and have an app that provided a high level of granular control over sound preferences.
In comparison, the Sony's emphasis on bass produced muffled voices when watching videos, an overall unnatural sound -- even with Extra-Bass turned off. They also heated up my ears to an uncomfortable level after about 10 minutes of wear.
Music sounded OK, but not great and not as good as the JBL Everest Elite 700's. These 2 products have been my first try at over-the-ear headphones, previously only used the earbud type -- was hoping to find something with richer sound and comfort, the Sony's aren't it. While I wouldn't personally recommend these, I would suggest someone try them out and see if the fit and sound are acceptable to their ears, and try some others too. Everyone's different and I don't think there is a one-for-all bluetooth headphone on the market :-)
My Best Buy number: 0530240228
My Best Buy number: 0530240228
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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These JBL Everest Elite 700 V700NXTBLK headphones feature NXTGen Active Noise Cancelling technology and JBL Pro Audio Sound with 40mm drivers, so you can enjoy rich, enhanced audio for all your favorite music. Bluetooth enables simple wireless syncing.
Customer Rating
1
All Representatives Are Busy [BLAH BLAH BLAH]
on December 11, 2015
Posted by: benjitek
Verified Purchase:Yes
All Representatives Are Busy [BLAH BLAH BLAH]
Let me save you a down-the-rabbit-hole support call ;-)
If you have the newest AppleTV and are looking for a wireless listening experience, the JBL Everest Elite 700 isn’t going to help you with that, not even if you’re willing to pay a surcharge on top of the premium $300 price-tag.
It doesn’t pair with the ATV4, and 60 minutes of music-on-hold when calling the JBL tech-support line isn’t going to change that :-(
When I finally did reach JBL tech support, the rep placed me yet again on hold for another 15 minutes while he checked. Upon his glorious return, he said they’d received other calls and further knowledge on compatibility with the AppleTV was pending. I asked what that meant exactly, the response was “the engineers were ‘in a hurry’ to launch the headphones and might have made mistakes by using a non-standard version of Bluetooth”. As I purchased these during a short $100-off BestBuy holiday flash-sale, I asked if this would at some point be corrected with a firmware update — the answer was “you can try and if it works, then yes”. Hmmm… I started to look for hidden cameras, wondering what prank show I was on ;-)
I’m sure these sound great if your device is compatible with whatever ‘non-standard’ version of Bluetooth these headphones have inside. I actually purchased them exclusively to use with my AppleTV :-(
My Best Buy number: 0530240228
My Best Buy number: 0530240228
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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This multidirectional Mohu Leaf 30 MH-110583 indoor antenna is compatible with select HDTVs and enables 1080p output. The reversible, paintable design lets you customize the look of the antenna to complement your décor.
Customer Rating
5
Just Works...
on November 17, 2015
Posted by: benjitek
Verified Purchase:Yes
Works as described. Pulls in a strong signal and holds it, everything you need is in the box.
My Best Buy number: 0530240228
My Best Buy number: 0530240228
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy HD programming with the Roku Streaming Stick. Plug it into any flat-screen television that has a built-in USB port to view streaming media. This device provides more than 4500 channels on demand and features more than 450,000 movies and TV episodes. Control the Roku Streaming Stick with the included remote or with your smartphone via the Roku Mobile App.
will this stick connect to my Plex server like my Roku 3 & 4 does?
Yes.
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