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- First reviewFebruary 26, 2016
- Last reviewFebruary 2, 2018
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Upgrade your home entertainment system with this 49-inch Samsung smart TV. Its stunning 4K graphics bring videos and movies to life, and its Motion Rate 120 high refresh rate reduces blur for a crystalline viewing experience. The ultra-slim bezel of this Samsung smart TV saves space and looks sophisticated in any room.
Customer Rating
5
Brilliant screen, elegant user interface, features
on February 2, 2018
Posted by: mbeckman
from Oxnard, CA
Verified Purchase:Yes
The 4K image on this screen rivals those of other HDR displays costing twice as much. And the user interface is extremely well thought out and easy to use. Set-up is a little confusing if you don't read the manual carefully the first time, because unlike many TVs, this unit tries to recognize the exact make and model of every attached device, in order to pass through remote controls if possible. It can also recognize and automtaticall adopt HDR processing based on the 4K source. It up scales standard definition cleanly, with very few artifacts.
I haven't yet used the Bluetooth interface, but the voice command works very well, and is a significant convenience over models without that feature. For the money, you'll not find anything of equal quality at this size. I know: I looked at every TV in the post-Christmas sale explosion at several stores.
My Best Buy number: 1035685859
My Best Buy number: 1035685859
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Charge up to 5 devices while you travel with this Insignia™ NS-MDC8U5N vehicle charger, which is compatible with 30-pin or Lightning-enabled Apple devices and other devices with a micro USB port. The 5' cable provides plenty of reach.
Customer Rating
5
HIts all the marks: quality, capacity, design
on June 16, 2017
Posted by: mbeckman
Verified Purchase:Yes
This well designed charger is better than any other I've previously purchased. First, it provides full 8 A of charging capacity, Second, it has a charging port on the lighter plug itself, so you can swap it in to replace an existing charger without rerouting all your wiring. Third, it's very compact. And finally, it has a handy clip on the back so that you can clip it to a seat pocket or other convenient place. It's been very rugged so far, after a few weeks of frequent use.
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My Best Buy number: 1035685859
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Fitbit Charge 2 Heart Rate + Fitness Wristband: Put your daily exercise motivation on your wrist with the Fitbit Charge 2. This heart rate & fitness wristband automatically tracks all-day activity, sleep and exercise. It also features personalized exercise modes to view real-time stats on display, a way to track your cardio fitness level, and guided breathing sessions to help you find moments of calm in your day. Packed with the smartphone notifications you need most and a new sleek design with an interactive OLED display, Charge 2 is your perfect companion for all-day and workouts.
Customer Rating
5
Compact, elegant, and a big improvement
on June 12, 2017
Posted by: mbeckman
Verified Purchase:Yes
We had the previous version of the Fitbit Charge, and it worked well until it started to separate at the non-removable band joint, but alas out of warranty. There is no workable repair option, so we checked out the new Charge, and not only does it have removable bands, which addresses this failure mode, it has a slew of additional features, including getting text messages -- super handy when running. Totally happy.
My Best Buy number: 1035685859
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 Tablet: With a vivid Super AMOLED touch screen and adaptive display technology, this versatile tablet brings your photos and videos to life. Dual quad-core processors make it easy to navigate home screens and apps. SideSync and Quick Connect technologies integrate your other Samsung devices, so you can easily transition to working and playing on your smart TV or smartphone.
Customer Rating
5
Pretty much the best quality non-Apple tablet
on March 4, 2016
Posted by: mbeckman
Verified Purchase:Yes
Pretty much the best quality non-Apple tablet On the market. I looked at all the contenders and nothing comes close.
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My Best Buy number: 1035685859
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Protect a 7" tablet with this Modal MD-UN7R2BG folio, which features reversible material with 2 colors and 2 textures for a customizable look and feel. The low-profile universal grips help secure your tablet.
Customer Rating
5
One of the few reversible covers on the market
on February 26, 2016
Posted by: mbeckman
Verified Purchase:Yes
This inexpensive cover solved a problem for my new Samsung tablet. I needed a cover color that is very highly visible on construction sites, yet able to switch to "formal" mode for meetings. This bright green / black reversible cover is perfect. And fairly priced at $15!
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Easily charge your MagSafe 2-equipped Mac computer with this Apple® MD504LL/A converter that is compatible with a variety of Apple devices with a MagSafe connector, including 24" and 27" LED Cinema displays, Thunderbolt displays and more.
Customer Rating
5
Clever and solves a common problem inexpensively
on February 26, 2016
Posted by: mbeckman
Verified Purchase:Yes
Bravo to Apple for its willingness to accommodate its existing customers who upgrade products and then must repurchase accessories due to a minor cable form factor change. I had purchased several extra chargers over the years for my car, office, and bedroom. I can keep using them, thanks to this inexpensive adapter.
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Connect your Thunderbolt-equipped Mac to a high-performance 10/100/1000Base-T network with this Apple® MD463ZM/A Thunderbolt-to-Gigabit Ethernet adapter that features a built-in cable for simple setup.
Customer Rating
5
Compact, works very well, fair price
on February 26, 2016
Posted by: mbeckman
Verified Purchase:Yes
This Apple-manufactured adapter is well constructed and functions to spec, achieving 900 Mbps in my tests. I'm an engineer that specializes in product tear down and cost analysis. The price is fair given the complexities try of the circuitry involved in this active-electronics device. I will never give any cable or accessory five stars unless it is alsso fairly priced.
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This 6.6' Apple® Thunderbolt MF639ZM/A cable allows you to easily connect 2 Thunderbolt-equipped Mac computers and features 2 independent channels that each deliver data transfer rates up to 10 Gbps for efficient operation.
Customer Rating
4
High quality but expensive
on February 26, 2016
Posted by: mbeckman
Verified Purchase:Yes
This Apple-manufactured cable is well constructed and functions to spec. But it's way overpriced given the materials ind processes involved (im and engineer that specializes in product tear down and cost analysis). I will never give any cable or accessory five stars unless it is also fairly priced.
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The Back-UPS Pro family offers guaranteed power protection for high performance computer systems, routers/modems, external storage devices, game consoles and other electronics in your home or business. These UPSs supply electronics with abundant battery backup during outages and stabilize unsafe voltage levels. They also provide power protection from damaging surges and spikes, and allow the use of management software so you get the most out of your UPS. Premium features of this family may include Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR), an LCD display, Smart Outlets, energy saving functions that reduce electricity use, network manageability, Watchdog, or configurable outlets. Together with the rest of the Back-UPS Pro's standard features, they are the perfect choice to protect your data and keep your system available.
Upgrade your home entertainment system with this 49-inch Samsung smart TV. Its stunning 4K graphics bring videos and movies to life, and its Motion Rate 120 high refresh rate reduces blur for a crystalline viewing experience. The ultra-slim bezel of this Samsung smart TV saves space and looks sophisticated in any room.
Upgrade your home entertainment system with this 49-inch Samsung smart TV. Its stunning 4K graphics bring videos and movies to life, and its Motion Rate 120 high refresh rate reduces blur for a crystalline viewing experience. The ultra-slim bezel of this Samsung smart TV saves space and looks sophisticated in any room.
Have to put mine in a bookcase. Need to know the straight line distance (inches) from the front of the TV to the front tip of the stand.
4.75" on both the left and right sides -- I just re-measured. I did the same thing, and had to put a custom-cut board in the shelf to extend out in front of the TV for support. The rear leg in the center of the screen extends back behind the TV at least this much as well. Alas, my TV being all mounted now, there isn't a good way for me to measure that for you.
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Upgrade your home entertainment system with this 49-inch Samsung smart TV. Its stunning 4K graphics bring videos and movies to life, and its Motion Rate 120 high refresh rate reduces blur for a crystalline viewing experience. The ultra-slim bezel of this Samsung smart TV saves space and looks sophisticated in any room.
Upgrade your home entertainment system with this 49-inch Samsung smart TV. Its stunning 4K graphics bring videos and movies to life, and its Motion Rate 120 high refresh rate reduces blur for a crystalline viewing experience. The ultra-slim bezel of this Samsung smart TV saves space and looks sophisticated in any room.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 Tablet: With a vivid Super AMOLED touch screen and adaptive display technology, this versatile tablet brings your photos and videos to life. Dual quad-core processors make it easy to navigate home screens and apps. SideSync and Quick Connect technologies integrate your other Samsung devices, so you can easily transition to working and playing on your smart TV or smartphone.
Will this hook up with any brand of smart TV or only Samsung?
Alas, only Samsung. I had hopes it was compliant with Smart-TV Alliance open standard, but no.
8 years, 1 month ago
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 Tablet: With a vivid Super AMOLED touch screen and adaptive display technology, this versatile tablet brings your photos and videos to life. Dual quad-core processors make it easy to navigate home screens and apps. SideSync and Quick Connect technologies integrate your other Samsung devices, so you can easily transition to working and playing on your smart TV or smartphone.
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How is the sound quality on the Galaxy Tab S2?
Mediocre quality and too soft to hear in a busy room. I use headphones.
8 years, 1 month ago
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Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 8.0 Tablet: With a vivid Super AMOLED touch screen and adaptive display technology, this versatile tablet brings your photos and videos to life. Dual quad-core processors make it easy to navigate home screens and apps. SideSync and Quick Connect technologies integrate your other Samsung devices, so you can easily transition to working and playing on your smart TV or smartphone.
how is battery charged - micro usb or dedicated pwr cable?
Standard microusb
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