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- First reviewNovember 20, 2015
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Take this 11.6-inch Acer Chromebook anywhere you need to go thanks to its compact size and light weight. With its Intel Celeron N3060 dual core processor, you can enjoy fast Internet browsing and computing. The high visibility of the HD touch screen display with LED backlighting lets you use this Acer Chromebook in almost any lighting conditions.
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4
Solid, easy-to-use, great low-end laptop
on July 21, 2016
Posted by: TechSavvy55Plus
from Reading, MA
I was surprised to find how quickly I got this machine up and running! The start-up tutorial gave you enough info to get going without bogging down in detail. I was online in just a few minutes.
Although many Google apps are available, this machine seems like it would be a great choice for a student or senior who has limited computing needs. It's SO easy to get online, use Gmail, Facebook, make video calls via Google Hangouts, and watch videos using YouTube, Netflix, or other streaming programs.
The Chromebook comes with 16 Gb of flash memory and 4 Gb of RAM -- which would seem slim for many users, but Google gives you 100 Gb of cloud storage (free for 2 years - $1.99/mo. after that) which makes perfect sense for most users.
It's a solid-feeling machine. The screen is bright and viewable and the audio is remarkable!
I found the the trackpad and keyboard to be easy to use and responsive; I do not agree with comments that the key travel is too short.
Finally, and maybe best of all -- the battery can last up to 10 hours between charges!
I have only two complaints: 1) the AC adapter: it barely plugs in and can fall out readily. Good news if you're the type to run off with your laptop still plugged in, I suppose! 2) the keyboard is not backlit - but for the price, that's understandable too.
My Best Buy number: 0207158351
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Your household wants to play, stream and work online all at once. With this Linksys router, you can do it all without buffering or other interruptions. Use the Smart Wi-Fi app to get started, control, and monitor your home network from anywhere.
Customer Rating
5
Easy to install; Fast performance!
on February 7, 2016
Posted by: TechSavvy55Plus
from Reading, MA
I've had an Apple Airport Extreme router for over five years connected to several Macs, iPhones, and iPad, and a Nook HD+ with no complaints or problems. I was skeptical that a Linksys router could match Apple's ease-of-use and easy install. I was happy to be wrong!
I followed the (literally) two-page, four-step Quick Start Guide and had everything up and running within a half hour. It would have been faster but I changed the name of the new router and had to restart.
Family members and I did a before-and-after test using on-line games, streaming TV, and browser loading (my Nook had been especially slow lately...) and found the new dual band router to be faster in every test.
My biggest (no pun) concern was the size of the router itself. It's footprint is about 8" x 10" x 7" with antennae extended and it can't stand up, so I had to clear more space than the compartatively small Apple Airport Extreme (about 6.5" x 6.5" x 1.5" and can stand on it's side). Once in place, however, this is not a deal-breaker in any way!
Finally, we had some trouble getting our relatively new HD TV to connect to the new router. We got a message that said it couldn't connect to the gateway. I will need to investigate this further to see why.
My Best Buy number: 0207158351
What's great about it: Simple, out-of-the-box install, great performance!
What's not so great: Large footprint - but not a deal breaker!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Power your home theater with this Insignia™ NS-SB515 2.1-channel soundbar, which features Bluetooth technology for easy wireless streaming. The 6.5" subwoofer produces quality low-end sound to enhance your favorite films.
Customer Rating
5
Excellent sound value
on November 20, 2015
Posted by: TechSavvy55Plus
from Reading, MA
I installed this soundbar and subwoofer on our second TV and am very impressed with how good it sounds for the price. Most big flat screens look great but are lacking in quality audio, so adding an audio component is always a good idea. Our main TV has a fancy (and pricey!) surround sound system. The Insignia Soundbar provides an excellent audio experience for a fraction of the cost!
Installation was simple and straightforward. There is a detailed manual as well as a three page quick setup guide. You can hang the sound bar on the wall, or put it on the stand in front of the TV -- which is what I did. It has clean lines and looks elegant. It also has controls on one end for on/off, volume, and input -- in case the remote isn't handy.
It pairs easily with Apple devices to stream audio via Bluetooth, which makes our old stereo system just about obsolete. Currently, I use it more for music than for TV!
It has three sound presets: Standard, Theater, and News. Anyone who has a problem understanding dialog on movies will love the News setting. It emphasizes the speech frequencies and make dialog clearer.
Although minor, I did have a problem with the remote. There are separate, but very long buttons for the volume Up and Down, which makes you want to use them like a rocker switch. I find myself pushing on the lower part of the Up button to turn down the volume, but instead raising it. I catch my mistake, but only after blasting the volume!
Finally, I think the unit is well-sized. The bar fits nicely in front of a large flat screen TV and the subwoofer produces excellent bass with a smaller-than-expected footprint. Also, it can be placed anywhere in the room that is near an outlet, since it connects to the soundbar wirelessly through Bluetooth.
My Best Buy number: 0207158351
What's great about it: Easy setup and use. Nice features.
What's not so great: Minor issue with remote
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The unpleasant side effects of allergies shouldn’t follow you home. Improve your breathing and remove unpleasant odors with the Insignia NS-APLWH2 497 Sq. Ft. HEPA Air Purifier. It removes allergens, large irritants, mold, dust, pet dander, smoke and pollen with the included HEPA filter. The active carbon filter also removes odors, keeping your house smelling clean and fresh. An LED display makes it easy to check the air quality of your home and change the settings of the air purifier, such as the speed, timer or child lock. It’s ideal for a large-sized room up to 497 sq. ft. You shouldn’t have to struggle to breathe in the comfort of your own home. Help avoid allergy flare-ups by cleaning your air today.
How many filters does this have. Are they washable
Just one - it combines particle (for dust etc.), carbon (for odors), and HEPA for fine particulates. It can’t be washed but can be vacuumed to make it last longer. It’s supposed to last a year or more.
2 years, 4 months ago
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Protect your home while away without comprising your privacy when at home. Arlo Essential Indoor Camera captures 1080p video and offers a way to reassure your privacy with an automated privacy shield, controllable through the Arlo App. Receive motion alerts directly to your phone and use 2-way audio to hear and speak to visitors. See at night, with black and white night vision. Connect directly to Wi-Fi for easy setup. Get notifications on your smartphone when your camera spots people or animals, and view recorded video clips directly from your phone, with a trial of included Arlo Secure¹.
Do I need to have WiFi to use it.
Yes. Must be 2.4 ghz, but super-easy setup!
2 years, 8 months ago
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Nomatic’s Carry-On Classic is a sleek black roller bag perfect for a 3-5 day getaway. Constructed of durable Makrolon polycarbonate, its outsides are strong. The internal luggage compartment has a 30L capacity and includes thoughtfully designed features to help organize packing. Internal side pockets help to organize cords, accessories, and other pieces you want to keep track of while packed.
How much does it weigh?
7.46 pounds. So well-balanced, it feels lighter!
4 years, 2 months ago
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Clean hard-to-reach areas with this cord-free BISSELL Adapt Ion vacuum. The removable hand vacuum lets you access above-ground spaces, and the two-way folding handle enables easy storage and allows you to clean under furniture. This BISSELL Adapt Ion vacuum features a LiIon battery that provides up to 20 minutes of use, while swivel steering ensures versatile movement.
Can the power brush be turned on and off?
Print documents and photos with this Canon PIXMA printer. The integrated tanks provide a clear view of ink levels for hassle-free monitoring, and the capacity is 30 times standard cartridges, so you can go longer between refills. This Canon PIXMA printer lets you print from your smartphone or tablet via the Canon PRINT app.Fast print speeds up to 8.8 ISO ppm* in black, up to 5 ISO ppm* in color; creates a 4" x 6" photo-quality print in as little as 60 seconds*
is this an all in one meaning it will print/fax and copy? Does it require a phone line to work as a fax?
Yes. It even comes with a phone cord. This is probably great for offices that still fax and have a dedicated line, but many homes don't have landlines any more.
5 years, 1 month ago
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Print documents and photos with this Canon PIXMA printer. The integrated tanks provide a clear view of ink levels for hassle-free monitoring, and the capacity is 30 times standard cartridges, so you can go longer between refills. This Canon PIXMA printer lets you print from your smartphone or tablet via the Canon PRINT app.Fast print speeds up to 8.8 ISO ppm* in black, up to 5 ISO ppm* in color; creates a 4" x 6" photo-quality print in as little as 60 seconds*
Do any of the Canon MegaTank All-in-One Printers offer the capability of printing on printable CD/DVD?
The 4210 does NOT provide this capability.
5 years, 1 month ago
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Conquer virtual enemies with this Dell Inspiron desktop. It has an AMD Radeon graphics card with 8GB of dedicated video memory for fast image rendering, and its powerful AMD Ryzen 7 processor and 16GB of DDR4 RAM run multiple programs, games and browsers simultaneously. This Dell Inspiron desktop has a 1TB hard drive for plenty of long-term game storage.
This Desktop Says, It doesnt have a mouse included, Can you please recommend me a mouse for this? Also How many watts for the psu? And is it a 80+ Psu atleast?
Actually, this system comes with a basic mouse and keyboard. I upgraded it to an Alienware Gaming Keyboard and Gaming Mouse.
6 years, 8 months ago
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Work, play or shop online with this Asus laptop. The 15.6-inch Full HD screen lets you navigate via touch for optimal efficiency, especially when the computer is folded into the tablet setting. On-processor graphics support everyday video streaming, and you can cast videos from this Asus laptop to your television with Intel Wireless Display functionality.
Is there a away to completely disable the keyboard when the the laptop is completely flipped into tablet mode?
This is automatic! When the hinge is rotated 360º -- into tablet mode -- the keyboard is completely disabled.
7 years, 9 months ago
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