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- First reviewAugust 18, 2016
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Enjoy the full functionality of an intuitive smartphone without the burden of a contract with this Alcatel ONETOUCH IDOL unlocked smartphone. Dual front-facing speakers and JBL audio deliver precise sound quality, and the wide-angle font camera takes expansive pictures in multiple modes. Boasting a symmetrical design, this Alcatel Onetouch Idol unlocked smartphone is completely reversible for added convenience.
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Picked this up as a secondary phone to use for traveling and business purposes, and it's done well. It includes a bit of a gimmicky feature to let you turn the phone upside down and use it either direction, but I have to admit it's kind of cool and works as advertised.
There is a software update that will upgrade it to running Android Marshmallow, though if you like the twisting screen flip animation that it does out of the box when turning the phone over, you'll want to go into the settings and turn that back on after the upgrade, as it gets turned off for some reason.
The JBL-enhancements for the speakers are actually quite nice, and make a noticable difference in the sound if you watch say a YouTube video with some good quality sound to it. I tried with some various concert clips from symphonies and several different genres, and it's not perfect but it definitely delivers decent sound for built in speakers on a phone.
Battery life is good, and overall the phone just works.
My Best Buy number: 0961789709
My Best Buy number: 0961789709
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This CyberPower LE1000DG 1000VA battery back-up system features Line Interactive topology that regulates high and low voltage without using battery power. Twelve outlets safeguard equipment, with 1030 joules of protection.
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4
Just Works
on August 18, 2016
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Verified Purchase:Yes
I picked up a couple of these to offset the replacement of an ailing APC Back-UPS 1500VA, but ended up not needing them given how well the other CyberPower UPS I bought with them was working. So I repurposed these to other uses. But they're working well and were easy to get configured for automatic shutdown. No complaints yet.
My Best Buy number: 0961789709
My Best Buy number: 0961789709
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Protect your office or entertainment equipment with this CyberPower LX1500GU 1500VA battery back-up system, which enables safe shutdown in the event of a power failure and features AVR (Automatic Voltage Regulation) to provide consistent power levels.
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4
Does What It's Supposed To
on August 18, 2016
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Verified Purchase:Yes
Picked this up to replace an ailing APC Back-UPS 1500VA that not only had a failed battery, but appeared to be causing issues on the circuit (had a few power blips that were limited to that one circuit and affected devices on other outlets not connected to the APC). So I picked this up in a pinch and it worked well, was immediately recognized under Linux and provides some decent features for the price.
My Best Buy number: 0961789709
My Best Buy number: 0961789709
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Partner with Pikmin once again in the Wii U Pikmin 3 game. This sequel introduces five types of Pikmin, each with special abilities to help you solve puzzles and gather resources. Use multiplayer mode to challenge friends in the Wii U Pikmin 3 game, or share your victories on social media by using the built-in screen capture software.
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We picked this up after getting some interest in Pikmin from Nintendoland. It's a blast to play and so far everyone that's played it has enjoyed it, from experienced gamers who just want something quick to do to kids who aren't really into games much to little ones that aren't ready for more advanced games yet.
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Gaming at home or on the go is great, but there's always something more to be experienced. The Nintendo eShop offers plenty of opportunities for added excitement, so prepare to explore those possibilities on your Nintendo systems with this prepaid card for the eShop on the Nintendo Network. Choose from a variety of games, videos and more that download in seconds and can be played or viewed on your Nintendo Wii U or 3DS. Plus, this special edition character card lets you use your Nintendo 3DS and the Photos with Mario app (download required) to play and pose with Koopa Troopa.
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4
What can I say, it's a gift card?
on August 18, 2016
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These work well for making it easy to gift DLC packs. Plus kids love the AR cards that are included with them.
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Toy Soldiers: War Chest Hall of Fame Edition is a fast-paced genre-bending mix of strategy defense and action gameplay that brings to life the iconic toys and action figures from your childhood. Lead He-Man, G.I. Joe and other toy armies into legendary battles and protect your toy box from increasingly devious and powerful foes. Modify your loadout to fit your play style and earn upgrades while fighting in the main campaign, or grab a friend and take the fight online in multiplayer.
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4
Interesting Concept
on August 18, 2016
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This is an interesting concept for a game and a fair amount of fun to play. The overall mechanics are a bit awkward, but they get some credit for a fun and unique take on a typical tower defense strategy.
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Give your laptop an executive look with this Lenovo Yoga laptop sleeve. Faux leather material adds to the refined look of this protective case, and a magnetic closure keeps your device securely inside. Designed to work with 13,3-inch Lenovo Yoga 900 models, this Lenovo Yoga laptop sleeve offers a snug fit for added protection.
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3
Good Build Quality, Lacks Utility
on August 18, 2016
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Verified Purchase:Yes
I picked this sleeve up with the Yoga 900 as I liked the look of it and the idea of using it to protect the keyboard when in tablet mode, as suggested by the pictures on the packaging.
It fits the laptop well when closed, though it adds a fair bit of weight to it overall. Putting the laptop in my shoulder bag with this sleeve on vs without it shows a noticable difference in weight (though fairly minor, but still there).
The main issues I have with the case are using it for anything but a sleeve . I tried putting it over the keyboard with the screen flipped around, and it prevented the screen from resting flat against the bottom of the laptop as it's designed to do, causing the screen to stick up a bit at the bottom and bounce uneasily as you use it. It flexed enough to make me worry that it might break the hinge or cause undue stress to the hinge or screen.
It also is a bit bulky in that mode, because it's thick enough to fit the entire laptop when closed, so if you have just the keyboard in it, the bottom becomes a bit loose and bulky due to the extra space.
Overall, if you're looking for a sleeve to carry the machine in, or something to add protection if you're packing it in a bag, this fits the bill. It looks nice and provides easy access to the ports if you need to keep charging a phone or charge the laptop while it's in the sleeve. It'll definitely provide some protection as well. Just don't expect to use it as a keyboard sleeve as they illustrate on the packaging, at least not without some caveats.
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Take your laptop on the go with this blue Structure slimcase for 14" laptop. The padded compartment holds a 14-inch laptop securely, protecting against bumps and knocks while traveling, and the essentials organizer lets you pack books and documents neatly. This SwissGear Structure slimcase for 14" laptop has a pass-through sleeve for easy carrying on a suitcase handle or luggage cart, and the polyurethane construction increases durability.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent Lightweight Case
on August 18, 2016
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Verified Purchase:Yes
This is an excellent light and slim case. I picked it up to go with my Yoga 900 and it fit the bill perfectly. The front pocket is a little bit tight of a fit for the power adapter, though it's not terribly noticable. The laptop fit well with or without its leather sleeve, so you could easily fit a bit bulkier laptop in it without much issue.
I've liked the case enough it's got me wanting to pick up one of the other SwissGear styles for daily use.
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Lenovo Yoga 900 Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Combine the versatility of a tablet with the functionality of a laptop when you use this 13-inch Lenovo Yoga 900. A 360-degree watchband hinge lets you convert this device into an easel for hands-free video viewing or a tablet for casual Internet browsing. Weighing just 2.8 pounds, this Lenovo Yoga 900 is conveniently portable.
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4
Awesome Machine, Very Light & Portable. But...
on August 18, 2016
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Verified Purchase:Yes
So this is a great machine if you want something portable but still powerful. The Core i7 does not disappoint. The build quality is pretty good, though the keyboard is a little flimsy feeling if you're used to something like one of Apple's keyboards.
The biggest issue I have with it is I bought it not realizing that, while very similar to other models Best Buy has sold for some time, this one is a mid-cycle refresh dubbed the Yoga 900 13ISK2... the 2 is important here as the previous iteration (the 13ISK) has been used by a number of people to run Linux as well as the provided Windows 10. However, the ISK2 here does not work well in this scenario, as the SSD is presented as a RAID device, and not a typical hard drive.
So, if you're looking to install Linux directly on this, I'd recommend waiting to see if Lenovo releases a BIOS update to address the problem, or get a different model. (There is a thread on their forums relating to this specifically).
Also, it's worth noting that the touch screen does not support active styluses or palm recognition, etc. The new Yoga 900S model does this, but with lower specs and less performance.
Aside from those two points, it works well and is a great machine.
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This SanDisk Ultra Fit SDCZ43-032G-A46 flash drive features a generous 32GB storage capacity, so you can easily take your music, movies, photos and other files with you. The 130MB/sec. maximum read speed ensures rapid data transfer.
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As others have said, these do get a bit hot during use, but I used these heavily for several days (including one as a Live USB with the OS installed directly on it) and have had no problems at all.
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Deliver your favorite playlist anywhere in your home with the Amazon Echo Dot voice-controlled device. Control most electric devices through voice activation, or schedule a ride with Uber and order a pizza. The Amazon Echo Dot voice-controlled device turns any home into a smart home with the Alexa app on a smartphone or tablet.
When will the echo dot be restocked in New York grossgates mall's Best Buy?
These answers are generally provided by the community and not Best Buy directly, so your best bet for finding out when a particular store will receive future shipments.
That said, according to the website, the Crossgates Mall location does have the Dot in stock as I'm writing this.
That said, according to the website, the Crossgates Mall location does have the Dot in stock as I'm writing this.
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Deliver your favorite playlist anywhere in your home with the Amazon Echo Dot voice-controlled device. Control most electric devices through voice activation, or schedule a ride with Uber and order a pizza. The Amazon Echo Dot voice-controlled device turns any home into a smart home with the Alexa app on a smartphone or tablet.
I want to know this unit can take the office remotes also does it use wifi or connect to interview net
I'm not sure what you mean by taking the office remotes, playback is controlled by the buttons on the top of the speaker or by using voice commands.
It does, however, use Wifi to connect. When you first set up the device from your phone, you connect to a Wifi signal that the speaker puts out (something like Amazon-XYZ) and the Alexa app will connect to the speaker and walk you through telling it how to connect to your home Wifi network. Once finished, the Tap uses your wifi network to connect to Amazon. If you're away from home and not on wifi, the speaker still works, but the Alexa voice control does not.
It does, however, use Wifi to connect. When you first set up the device from your phone, you connect to a Wifi signal that the speaker puts out (something like Amazon-XYZ) and the Alexa app will connect to the speaker and walk you through telling it how to connect to your home Wifi network. Once finished, the Tap uses your wifi network to connect to Amazon. If you're away from home and not on wifi, the speaker still works, but the Alexa voice control does not.
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Amazon Tap is a portable Bluetooth and Wi-Fi enabled speaker that gives you rich, full-range sound. Just tap the microphone button and ask for music, hear news, search for information, order a pizza, and more with the Alexa Voice Service. Discover and enjoy music, all in one place. Just tap the microphone button and ask for a song, artist, or genre. Stream directly over Wi-Fi from Prime Music, Pandora, Spotify, TuneIn, iHeartRadio, and more. When on the go, streaming music is just as easy using your phone or other mobile device’s hotspot. You can also connect via Bluetooth to your music—including iTunes.
Can this act as a remote speaker with Bluetooth streaming from an Amazon Echo. Also can this be an AirPlay speaker from an apple device? Can multiple Taps pick up streaming from a shared device?
1) It can be used as a remote Bluetooth speaker for the Amazon Echo Dot, but NOT the Echo itself to my knowledge, as the Echo only allows you to stream sound TO it, not FROM it to another device. The Dot does work however, and there have been articles suggesting using a Dot and a Tap together as a portable replacement for the Echo. There is one drawback, last I heard, the playback controls on the Tap will not work to control music coming from the Dot.
2) The Tap does not support AirPlay, but you can use it as a Bluetooth speaker from an Apple device in much the same way since both AirPlay and Bluetooth devices show up together on iPhones and Apple TVs.
3) Not to my knowledge, no. The one article I saw discussing multiple streaming suggested other bluetooth speakers (such as the UE Boom 2) that do support that feature if you need it.
2) The Tap does not support AirPlay, but you can use it as a Bluetooth speaker from an Apple device in much the same way since both AirPlay and Bluetooth devices show up together on iPhones and Apple TVs.
3) Not to my knowledge, no. The one article I saw discussing multiple streaming suggested other bluetooth speakers (such as the UE Boom 2) that do support that feature if you need it.
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This SanDisk Ultra Fit SDCZ43-032G-A46 flash drive features a generous 32GB storage capacity, so you can easily take your music, movies, photos and other files with you. The 130MB/sec. maximum read speed ensures rapid data transfer.
Can this also be used in a 2.0 port?
I am looking for a USB flash drive that is not a slider. I have had a SanDisk for about a year and now the slider will not consistently stay out anymore. It is compatible with both 3.0 and 2.0. So I am wondering if this one is also compatible with both since I have both port types on my laptop.
Thanks.
Thanks.
Yes, it should work in a USB 2.0 port, albeit at USB 2.0 speeds. I'm pretty sure some of the machines I've used this exact model in only have USB 2 and it worked fine.
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