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    June 20, 2015
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    July 7, 2018
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    December 12, 2015
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    November 6, 2017
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Safely tote your laptop in this Swiss Gear Structure 17 28044050 case that features a padded compartment with an antiscratch lining for reliable protection. A front zippered pocket and essentials organizer provide room for accessories.
 
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4 out of 5
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A great bag for a 17" laptop
on July 7, 2018
Posted by: MrAlbatross
from Portland, OR, USA
Verified Purchase:Yes
Originally I went to look at a different case, but this one immediately caught my eye. It has superior cushioning for the laptop, and high quality construction throughout. My new 17" laptop fits well without having too much nor too little room.
My Best Buy number: 2162115028
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Belkin Wemo F7C030FC Light Switch: This Wi-Fi~enabled light switch lets you control and schedule the lights in your home from almost anywhere with your Android or Apple~ smartphone or tablet. The backlight makes it easy to find at night.
 
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Easy to set up and easy to use.
on June 19, 2018
Posted by: MrAlbatross
from Portland, OR, USA
Verified Purchase:Yes
The good:
Easy to set up. You might want to hire an electrician if you don't know your way around 120 VAC electricity.
The not-so-good:
You have to use their app to control the switch. I now have three wireless devices that are incompatible. That means three apps to control all of them.
How about someone come up with one app to control the majority of the devices?
My Best Buy number: 2162115028
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Experience call clarity with a simple plug-and-play USB connection and a noise canceling mic. In-line controls let you control volume or mute without interrupting calls. Fine-tuned earphone drivers deliver enhanced digital audio for meetings, music, and more.
 
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Dissapointing fit & performance
on March 9, 2018
Posted by: MrAlbatross
from Portland, OR, USA
Verified Purchase:Yes
It was uncomfortable to wear after 30 minutes. The "noise canceling" microphone I was told rarely ever eliminated background noise. I'd say that you get what you pay for with this particular item.
My Best Buy number: 2162115028
My Best Buy number: 2162115028
Mobile Submission: False
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Store and play files on disk with this portable LG external DVD writer. Its 8x DVD and 24x CD write speeds let you produce optical copies efficiently, and its silent play technology optimizes read speed while reducing noise. This slim LG external DVD writer supports M-DISC formats for high-quality data storage.
 
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4 out of 5
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Works great!
on February 18, 2018
Posted by: MrAlbatross
from Portland, OR, USA
Verified Purchase:Yes
I needed an optical drive that worked using a single USB 2.0 port. I was pleasantly surprised when it ripped an audio CD without any issues.
My Best Buy number: 2162115028
My Best Buy number: 2162115028
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Take steady video and stills with this Targus tripod. Its quick-release feature lets you flip to handheld shooting instantly, and it folds down from a maximum 50 inches to a compact 17 inches for transport and storage. This Targus tripod has a bubble level for stability and a three-way pan head for easy camera movement.
 
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Cheap? Yeah. Wobbly? Only with a heavy camera
on December 15, 2017
Posted by: MrAlbatross
from Portland, OR, USA
Verified Purchase:Yes
With first use I saw that it is very cheaply made. It won't stand up to daily use. However I bought this as a backup/2nd camera stand. It does what I need it to do.
My Best Buy number: 2162115028
My Best Buy number: 2162115028
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Shoot blur-free images with this Targus flexible tripod. Its fully bendable legs and lock ring let you use it for a variety of conditions, while its quick-release system provides an easy way to attach any camera or lens. This Targus flexible tripod comes with a GoPro Hero attachment that fixes directly to a compatible GoPro housing or frame.
 
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Holds up my cameras without wobbling
on December 15, 2017
Posted by: MrAlbatross
from Portland, OR, USA
Verified Purchase:Yes
At first I thought that it wouldn't stand up to the weight of my video camera. Well it did, and I'm happy.
My Best Buy number: 2162115028
My Best Buy number: 2162115028
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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You~ve taken hundreds of photos on your trip but are running out of space on your memory card. With a memory card adapter, you can easily transfer files from a camera, tablet, or phone~s SD card or micro SD card to a computer. All you need is a USB port: Plug and play technology lets you connect and move files to your computer without additional software. Transfer files to free up card space, then view or edit them on your computer. A compact, thumb-drive design makes this card reader convenient for travel. Make sure that you have space for the next great photo with the Insignia USB 3.0 Memory Card Reader.
 
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Reads my SD cards
on December 15, 2017
Posted by: MrAlbatross
from Portland, OR, USA
Verified Purchase:Yes
As expected it read my SC cards without having to mess with installing any drivers. Yay for both Windows 10 and OS X Yosemite.
My Best Buy number: 2162115028
My Best Buy number: 2162115028
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Only at Best BuyKeep your USB-enabled devices powered and ready for use wherever you go with this Dynex~ DX-2603 portable charger, which features a 2000 mAh lithium-ion battery and 1-amp USB port for reliable replenishment.
 
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One star is too much
on November 4, 2017
Posted by: MrAlbatross
from Portland, OR, USA
Verified Purchase:Yes
No matter what I did with this I could never get a reasonable number of charges for my old Android phone. It also seemed to discharge itself in less than a week. I bought six because they were on sale for just under $2. All but one were returned about a week later.
My Best Buy number: 2162115028
My Best Buy number: 2162115028
Mobile Submission: False
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Count on high-speed storage performance with this 120GB PNY solid-state drive. Its 515MB/sec. read and 490MB/sec. write speeds let you multitask efficiently, and it's up to 30x more robust than hard drives, ensuring durability and data protection.
 
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Brought an old i7 laptop back to life
on November 4, 2017
Posted by: MrAlbatross
from Portland, OR, USA
Verified Purchase:Yes
The original HD in my 1st generation i7 Dell laptop finally bit the proverbial dust. I decided to try out an SSD to see if it truly made a difference. I used to be able to make a PB&J sandwich while I waited to get to a truly usable desktop. Now its a matter of 40 to 50 seconds! I'm sold on SSDs from now on!
My Best Buy number: 2162115028
My Best Buy number: 2162115028
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Only at Best BuyKeep your USB-enabled devices powered and ready for use wherever you go with this Dynex~ DX-2601 portable charger, which features a 2000 mAh lithium-ion battery and 1-amp USB port for reliable replenishment.
 
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Ugh - Horrible Performance
on October 21, 2017
Posted by: MrAlbatross
from Portland, OR, USA
Verified Purchase:Yes
The rating on the bottom of the battery was probably accurate when it first came out of the factory. After charging it for several hours my low end tablet drained it dry in about 50 minutes. No wonder they were on sale for just under $2.
My Best Buy number: 2162115028
My Best Buy number: 2162115028
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Store up to 32GB of your favorite photos, videos and music on this SanDisk Ultra microSDHC memory card that offers Class 10 video recording capability and up to 30MB/sec. read speed for fast data transfer.
 

will this work for a zoom recorder h4n

I use it in my Zoom H4n to record MP3 and WAV files.
8 years, 7 months ago
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Only at Best BuyKeep your USB-enabled devices powered and ready for use wherever you go with this Dynex~ DX-2601 portable charger, which features a 2000 mAh lithium-ion battery and 1-amp USB port for reliable replenishment.
 

Just got this and charging via computer usb. The red light is on and from reading reviews it seems it can take anywhere from 1-5 hrs. to charge and have the light turn blue. Does charging via computer connection take longer than with a wall plug?

If the computer has a standard USB 2.0 port then yes, it will take considerably longer that it would charging from a wall adapter. Just how much longer depends on the output capacity of the wall charger.
8 years, 7 months ago
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Burn DVDs and CDs with this Dell USB DVD/RW drive. Plug it into your computer's USB port to play and burn discs or to load new software onto the hard drive. This slim Dell USB DVD/RW drive fits into a tote bag, and it draws power directly from the computer's USB port for hassle-free operation.
 

Is an external power source needed for this device when used on a Microsoft Surface Pro 4? I have heard the USB port on the Surface Pro 4 does not have enough "juice" to power the unit. However, that may be with the PC disconnected from its power source

This optical drive does not have an option for adding an external power source. It should work on a Surface, but YMMV.
9 years, 2 months ago
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Store data securely on the WD My Book External Hard Drive. An ample 3TB of storage holds a large quantity of documents, photos, videos and more. The 256-bit hardware encryption ensures security and privacy. This My Book is both Windows and Mac compatible for maximum backup versatility. Worry less about losing important files with the automatic backup software.
 

What kind of things can I put on the Hard Drive?

You can write files to the drive that are appropriate for both the O.S. that you are using and for the format of the hard drive. Typically the types of files are the same that you are using on your computer.
9 years, 3 months ago
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HoMedics Shiatsu Neck and Shoulder Massager: Relieve discomfort in your neck and shoulders with this massager's versatile Shiatsu, vibration and combination options, heat and customizable intensity via flex handles.
 

Does this use batteries or plug in?

You have to plug it into a wall outlet to work.
9 years, 9 months ago
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This ZAGG ZAGGfolio IM2ZFN-PUB case's built-in Bluetooth keyboard features island-style keys for easy, comfortable use. The 950 mAh lithium-ion battery lasts up to 3 months on a full charge.
 

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 compatible?

So, I recently picked up the Galaxy Tab 3 for free from Sprint and have been on the hunt for a keyboard case that is NOT black and boring. Will this product fit my Galaxy Tab 3 7.0? I know they are both Bluetooth capable, so that part should not be an issue. But will it fit?
This case form-fits the iPad mini. Unless the Samsung is shaped exactly like the iPad Mini it is unlikely to fit.
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