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Google Chromecast: Easily stream your favorite apps and media to your TV via Wi-Fi with Chromecast. Use the included USB cable to plug the Chromecast into your TV, and control streaming content using your compatible smartphone, tablet or computer.
Customer Rating
4
Enjoy viewing your smartphone content on your TV
on October 22, 2014
Posted by: CriticalEye
Verified Purchase:Yes
Via Chromecast, we enjoy viewing photos & watching videos on our home theater TV that are cast straight from our laptop & smartphones. And more Chromecast apps are coming online every month.
Note: TechRadar reported on 10/17/14 that Google Chromecast '2' is on its way based upon Google's latest FCC filing. Reportedly, although the new Chromecast will support 5GHz Wi-Fi, the tests carried out by the FCC were all at the 2.4GHz band, keeping the Wi-Fi speed to 802.11n rather than the faster 802.11ac option. We shall see.
My Best Buy number: 2172893138
My Best Buy number: 2172893138
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Protect your A/V components from power surges with this Panamax MR4300 9-outlet surge protector, which features a 1575-joule rating to keep your equipment safe. The 8' cable and low-profile design allow flexible placement.
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4
Good basic surge protection & line management
on October 22, 2014
Posted by: CriticalEye
Verified Purchase:Yes
The Panamax MR4300 is ideal for small home theater systems. It's a line conditioner & power protector all in one. While there's really not much that can save your a/v system from a direct lightning strike, you certainly can protect your sensitive a/v electronics from damaging power spikes & from minor daily current fluctuations that harm your components' performance over time. Why would you NOT protect the considerable investment you've made in your a/v system? This power management unit can safeguard up to 9 components at once. It also provides a protected front-panel USB charger for your smartphone, tablet, or other portable device. 2 front-panel lamps illuminate your equipment rack when making adjustments. The aesthetically pleasing low-profile design of the unit makes it look like another a/v component in your rack/cabinet. $5,000,000 limited lifetime connected equipment protection policy & lifetime product warranty.
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Help bring your games, movies and music to life with this Sony SWFBR100/B 7-7/8" subwoofer that features 100W peak power to deliver a pounding bass response. Wireless connectivity lets you place it in a convenient location.
Customer Rating
4
Limited, but does what it's designed to do
on October 21, 2014
Posted by: CriticalEye
Verified Purchase:Yes
Picked up this Sony SWF-BR100/B Wireless Subwoofer as part of a promo w/purchase of new Sony X900B 4K TV.
Easy setup:
1. Connect supplied audio cable to Wireless Transceiver.
2. Connect other end of audio cable to 'Audio Out' jack of TV.
3. Connect Wireless Transceiver to USB port of TV.
('Headphone/Audio Out' automatically set to 'Subwoofer'.)
4. Position Wireless Sub as desired; run power cord to nearest AC outlet.
1. Connect supplied audio cable to Wireless Transceiver.
2. Connect other end of audio cable to 'Audio Out' jack of TV.
3. Connect Wireless Transceiver to USB port of TV.
('Headphone/Audio Out' automatically set to 'Subwoofer'.)
4. Position Wireless Sub as desired; run power cord to nearest AC outlet.
This small 100W subwoofer, w/stylish piano black finish, is designed to pair w/2014 Sony 4K TVs & is controlled w/your Sony TV remote. In combo w/the Sony X900B's onboard "premium" forward-facing speakers, the wireless sub provides enough bass to give a fuller/richer sound, noticed especially when watching Blu-ray movies. It's best suited for a small living room or perhaps a master bedroom where a wired surround sound speaker system may not be practical due to expense/space constraints. This small sub won't make the room rumble w/thumping low-end frequencies, but it provides enough bass to make your a/v experience more enjoyable.
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Sony XBR-55X900B 4K Ultra HD TV: Bring the future of entertainment into your living room or home theater space with stunning Ultra HD resolution — 4x the resolution of Full HD. Whether you're viewing in 2D or 3D, enjoying a video game or taking advantage of the bevy of included Web features, this TV displays your content with incredible clarity.
Customer Rating
4
Premium Quality 4K TV
on October 20, 2014
Posted by: CriticalEye
Verified Purchase:Yes
Picture quality is excellent, both technically & to the human eye. Samsung & LG may be catching up, but Sony still stands atop the mass market premium TV hierarchy based upon my extensive research of the 2014 4K models released by the Big 3. The X900B 55" is probably best suited for smaller living rooms or large bedrooms as its built-in front-facing speakers & promo-accompanied Sony wireless subwoofer don't pack enough punch to substitute for a wired surround sound speaker system in a full-size living room. (If you're going to spend this much for quality video, you'll want to complete the entertainment experience w/a comparable investment in quality audio. Otherwise, it's a bit lopsided.) The User Interface is a bit clunky, & the remote control looks & feels cheap. Overall, it's a great interim TV which we'll eventually move to the master bedroom & replace w/one of the new, ultra-thin OLED TVs as OLED screen reliability improves & prices descend.
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Listen to your playlist in peace with these Sony headphones. They have a 40mm dome driver to deliver the full depth of audio, and the noise cancelling feature minimizes outside disturbances for a better listening experience. These Sony headphones have a battery life of up to 30 hours for extended jam sessions.
How long does it take before your ears get sweaty in these? I looked at the store and it looks like the cushions are made of fake leather...
I've used them for an hour or so at a time, but surprisingly never feel sweaty. They're the most comfortable headphones I have, but the suction gets a bit too strong after about 15 min. You have to give them a quick lift from your ears to relieve the pressure. Understandable though & worth it for the excellent noise canceling. Hope that helps.
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Listen to your playlist in peace with these Sony headphones. They have a 40mm dome driver to deliver the full depth of audio, and the noise cancelling feature minimizes outside disturbances for a better listening experience. These Sony headphones have a battery life of up to 30 hours for extended jam sessions.
How many people have these Sony 1000X MK2 and have had problems with the cracking on the band? I really want them but I'm not sure if they are gonna break easily!
I've had a pair for about 5 months. Haven't had any issues with cracking. They're just a beautiful as the day I received them. I do take pretty good care of them, but I have had others in the past break down over time. Hope that helps.
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