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Enjoy a compact tablet that fits neatly in your pocket with this Acer Iconia One 8-inch tablet. It includes a quad-core processor and 1GB of RAM that deliver powerful processing to play all your games and apps, and the 16GB of flash memory ensure this Acer Iconia One 8-inch tablet and store your files.
Customer Rating
4
Good tablet for the price--especially for kids
on May 31, 2016
Posted by: SgtRock
from Nashville, TN
The best thing about the Acer Iconia One 8" tablet is the price. Finding a tablet that works well and is reliable for under $100 is an amazing thing these days, particularly if you have several young children like I do. You can get one of these for three children for the same price as an ipad mini. To be clear it's NOT an Ipad mini, but it is a solid tablet that can run most anything.
The tablet itself is attractive--white plastic with a good looking screen. It's light and easy to hold. If you are going to let young children use it I do recommend a solid case, as the tablet is plastic and will bend (and likely break) if put under too much stress.
The instructions recommend charging it out of the box, but mine came fully charged (I have no idea if this is typical or not). Set up was a breeze--it walks you through step-by-step and takes less than five minutes. It's an android operating system so it uses the google play app store. You can also link it to Amazon's app store fairly easily. There are quite a few links to "recommended" apps already on the tablet. They are easy to install if you're interested, and easy to remove if you're not.
The screen itself is good, with bright, vivid colors. I tested a high definition movie through the Vudu app, and while it played, it did not look great. Less than HD videos played perfectly fine, and looked as good as they could. In my experience kids do not mind at all if the video quality isn't excellent, so this may or may not matter, but if you're particular about having the best video quality you probably want to look elsewhere. I tried a couple of game apps (the farm app and a star wars game) and the video quality on those was outstanding, with no noticeable chop or washing out of the picture.
The processor is good enough that games played very smoothly, even when a lot was happening on screen. I did notice with extended game play (an hour or more) the tablet did get warm. Not so hot as to be uncomfortable to hold but noticeably warmer--this happens near the camera so I'm assuming that's where the processor is located.
Speaking of the camera, it's not great and subpar when compared to more expensive tablets. Kids won't care, but most tablets these days have better cameras than this, so it is a knock.
There is a minimum of memory on the tablet, but it is expandable. You are limited by which apps allow themselves to be stored on a memory card (many don't), but the expanded memory slot is fantastic for storing movies to watch on long car trips. You can find micro SD cards up to 128mb, which can hold hundreds of hours of movies--perfect for long car trips.
The description states the battery should last about nine hours with extended use. The longest I used it (between myself and my kids) was about three hours, but the rate it was using the battery looked to be about right for lasting nine hours overall. It uses a micro USB charger for charging, which is great since nearly everything in our household does as well. It's easy to charge either in a car or at home. A wall-charger is included.
Overall if you're looking for a cut-rate tablet that works well you can't go wrong with this one--particularly since it has a one year warranty on parts and labor. It's especially recommended for kids.
My Best Buy number: 0040991931
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Game of Thrones: The Complete Second Season [Includes Digital Copy] [Blu-ray] [5 Discs] [SteelBook]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/cca87f5e-a3ac-4a1e-9a90-2bba2cd53c57.jpg)
Based on the novels of George R.R. Martin, the second season of HBO's Game of Thrones continues to follow kings, queens, lords, ladies, thieves, liars, and fearsome wild tribes as they battle man and beast alike in all manner of harsh landscapes to gain and keep power for their respective families. The show's vast web of plotlines follows two exiled members of Westeros' previous ruling family, who are seeking the means to take back the throne by force, as well as Stark's illegitimate son Jon Snow (Kit Harington), who volunteers to join an organization protecting the northern region from possible invaders. As the second season begins, several contenders for the Iron Throne begin their machinations to claim the coveted position. This set contains every episode of the smash hit show's second season, and also features a collectible Sigil magnet.
Customer Rating
5
Beautiful Case!
on April 5, 2016
Posted by: SgtRock
from Virginia
I'm assuming at this point you're already familiar with the show, so my review is purely for the steelbook. It is gorgeous! Unfortunately the magnet is on the cheap side and wholly unnecessary (it would have been better if they'd embossed the case frankly) but still, if you love this show and want a nice case to show it off in this is the case for you. The only thing I don't like about it is that they haven't made one for each season yet (only the first two). A beautiful addition to any steelbook collection.
My Best Buy number: 0040991931
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Game of Thrones: The Complete First Season [Blu-ray] [SteelBook] [5 Discs]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/d92f4e0f-68c1-4bd6-8f1c-afa438f12501.jpg)
Adapted from author R.R. Martin's best-selling fantasy series, the HBO series Game of Thrones details the political struggles and epic battles between various warring factions in a world where royalty, family, and dinosaur eggs all feature prominently. This set contains every episode from the smash hit show's debut season, and also features a collectible Sigil magnet.
Customer Rating
5
Beautiful Case!
on April 5, 2016
Posted by: SgtRock
from Virginia
I'm assuming at this point you're already familiar with the show, so my review is purely for the steelbook. It is gorgeous! Unfortunately the magnet is on the cheap side and wholly unnecessary (it would have been better if they'd embossed the case frankly) but still, if you love this show and want a nice case to show it off in this is the case for you. The only thing I don't like about it is that they haven't made one for each season yet (only the first two). A beautiful addition to any steelbook collection.
My Best Buy number: 0040991931
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 set up and great speed!
on February 12, 2016
Posted by: SgtRock
from Nashville, TN
I have had the linksys router for about 10 days now. The set-up was very easy--I disconnected my old cable-provided router and plugged it straight into the linksys. It detected it right away, so then I hopped on my laptop, found the network and followed the instructions. Very quick and easy set up, and at both 2.4 ghz and 5 ghz a variety of connections the options are plentiful--should be able to connect to any device out there.
I waited a few days to test at different times to check the speeds, and ALWAYS got the top speeds my provider says I should, and a few times got more (but never less). It's always a solid connection. The range is long--I tested on my phone and made it at least 100 yards from my house before losing it.
If you need a wireless router this is one of the best I've used. Highly recommended.
What's great about it: Easy and fast
What's not so great: it's a little bulky
I would recommend this to a friend!
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BISSELL SmartClean Robot Vacuum: Easily rid your floors of dirt and debris with this vacuum that uses Opticlean optical sensors and a Triple-Action Cleaning System to tackle your floors. Invisible Wall technology lets you target specific areas.
Customer Rating
4
great for pet hair
on December 2, 2015
Posted by: SgtRock
from Nashville, TN
After receiving the Bissel smartclean robot vacuum I was pretty excited to try it out. The set-up is fairly easy, though it would have been nice to have a "quick set up" guide like most electronics have. It took longer than it should have to figure out where everything goes. The unit does have to charge for a while before first use as well. It comes with a docking station, cord, the vacuum and an invisible wall. Other models have a remote that might actually be handy. The automatic-docking feature is interesting. With a touch of a button you can set it to stop vacuuming (which immediately makes it quieter) and go "home" to it's dock. It takes it a few minutes sometimes depending on how far away it is, but the few times I've tried it the vacuum has always found it's way back. It then sits there and charges until it's ready to use again. It also has a "time remaining" indicator on top that is handy and has been very accurate from my experience.
One of the best uses is to set it to run if you're leaving for a while. The docking function is on with the first button press, so it will run until it's almost out of power, then make it's way back to the docking station and will remain there charging until you run it again. I've used this a few times and it has always been in the station charging when I've returned home.
You can adjust a few settings on it to make it run in different "patterns" such as an x, z, spiral, random or "along the wall" pattern depending on the size and shape of your room. there is also an "invisible wall" device included which is pretty cool. It blocks the robot from going into certain areas that you'd rather it not try to clean (for us this is our front hallway where shoes, coats and random various things are). It takes batteries and can be set up and "forgotten" about.
By far the best use for this is the situation I'm in--hardwood floors with a large dog that sheds a lot (we have a lab). You can run it for an hour to an hour-and-a-half a charge depending on your floors. It takes roughly four hours to fully charge it the first time. We have an area rug that slows the robot down quite a bit. On hardwood floors it picks up a lot of dust and pet hair. After running for 90 minutes the collection bin will definitely be full if you have a pet that sheds.
There are a few cons: It is quieter than a standard vacuum, but still noisy enough that you have to talk louder or turn up your TV if you're in the same room. You can't really set it to run and go to sleep unless you're on another floor. It does next to nothing on carpets and doesn't really have the power or battery-life for that kind of use. You do occasionally have to help the robot--it will get tangled on smaller cords, and sometimes can get stuck under things like chairs, though if you give it enough time it does always work its way out. Also, my dog does not like it haha. She is mostly indifferent, but every now and then the robot finds its way to her and she is not happy about it. We've had a few barking spells.
Overall if you have a need for this kind of product (and let's face it it's a pretty specific need) then this product will work for you. It will not replace a regular vacuum by any stretch, but it will save you from the dreaded 'daily sweeping of the pet hair' that most pet owners go through.
My Best Buy number: 0040991931
What's great about it: runs a long time; fun to use
What's not so great: doesn't pick up larger things
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Features
4
Performance
3
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![Guardians of the Galaxy [Includes Digital Copy] [3D] [Blu-ray/DVD] [Only @ Best Buy] [SteelBook] [Blu-ray/Blu-ray 3D/DVD] [2014]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/304b2327-370a-41e7-956a-951dd4939472.png)
Customer Rating
5
Great packaging for a great movie!
on December 9, 2014
Posted by: SgtRock
from Virginia
You've probably already heard but this movie is a blast! I love a good steelbook, and unlike other retailers ::cough::TARGET::cough:: this deluxe steelbook actually includes the 3D version! It's a gorgeous package, lots of extras, and you can even sign up for a free movie from Disney Movies Anywhere (wreck-it Ralph I think) when you register this one online. Very much worth it!
My Best Buy number: 0040991931
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Cook tasty meals with this GE JVM6175SFSS over-the-range microwave that features sensor cooking controls that automatically adjust times and power levels to suit a variety of items, such as popcorn and vegetables. A 2-speed fan provides ventilation.
Customer Rating
4
Good microwave at a great price
on November 17, 2014
Posted by: SgtRock
from Virginia
We ended up needing to replace an over-the range microwave when our old one (from 1990!) burned up. I lucked into an open box of this microwave and got an amazing deal. It appeared it was never installed. Either way it works very well. It heats food evenly and quickly. I haven't tried the defrost setting yet. There's a ton of space inside (especially with the shelf removed), the turntable works, and the popcorn setting works well on a standard size bag.
The only complaints I have are that the buttons don't "feel" right--it can take a bit of force for the press to register. The door feels a bit flimsy as well--I'm halfway afraid I'll pull it right off everytime I go to open it. The beeper could be a bit louder as well (it's probably fine, but my old one was very loud and I find this one a little hard to hear). Do be sure and make sure you have the recommended space above your oven, as this is a large microwave. It's a cinch to install--I'm a do-it-yourselfer but I can't imagine anyone having an issue with it.
Overall I very much recommend this, particularly at the recent sale prices.
The only complaints I have are that the buttons don't "feel" right--it can take a bit of force for the press to register. The door feels a bit flimsy as well--I'm halfway afraid I'll pull it right off everytime I go to open it. The beeper could be a bit louder as well (it's probably fine, but my old one was very loud and I find this one a little hard to hear). Do be sure and make sure you have the recommended space above your oven, as this is a large microwave. It's a cinch to install--I'm a do-it-yourselfer but I can't imagine anyone having an issue with it.
Overall I very much recommend this, particularly at the recent sale prices.
My Best Buy number: 0040991931
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisThe long-awaited and much-anticipated next installment of the award-winning The Elder Scrolls franchise is here. Now, the expansive, open world that forever revolutionized the face of the fantasy epic leads you deeper into the combat, the magic and the myth than you've ever been before. This time, you don't just play as a character, you truly become whomever it is you wish to be ~ and have the freedom to do anything you can possibly imagine. This follow-up to the 2006 Game of the Year, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, offers stunning graphics and a gripping storyline that immerses you in the game from the moment you turn it on. Are you ready to unroll the Scroll and let the journey begin?Imagine rolling clouds, rugged mountains, bustling cities, lush fields and crumbling dungeons. Imagine ancient dragons beholding secrets so powerful they could transform your future. Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim immerses you in the engrossing world of the franchise you already know and love with more realism, more choice and more intensity than ever before. Featuring a new game engine that brings every tiny environmental aspect to life in blistering detail and AI that brings you close to your allies ~ and your enemies ~ Skyrim blurs the line between your world and that of the game. An all-new character engine opens wider an already vast virtual world, putting every decision, every action and every consequence entirely in your hands as you arm yourself with hundreds of new weapons, abilities and spells. Developed by Bethesda Game Studios, the creators of the 2008 Game of the Year, Fallout 3, this immaculate fifth chapter challenges your skills, immerses your mind and will forever change the way you view gaming. It's time to return. It's time for Skyrim.
Posted by: SgtRock
from Virginia
This game is absolutely stunning. I spent about 100 hours or so on Oblivion, and will probably spend more in this game world when it's all said and done. The graphics detector did a nice job (I have a high end system purchased last February and this is the best looking game I've seen yet) and the combat controls are better than they have been in past games, yet still kind of wonky.
For people complaining about the menu system I have my doubts that they've played any of the past games. This is easily the cleanest menu yet, and once you get used to it it's far simpler than oblivion's mess of a menu. Recipes and crafting are much easier to figure out in this game than the past games as well, and they actually are fairly fun and useful.
The biggest selling point for me by far is the feel of "GTA" in a fantasy world. Aside from the "set up" sequence you can do whatever you want in this game. Go anywhere on the map, see anything you want, do a quest, don't do a quest, you can literaly just walk around for 10 hours if that's your sort of thing (although you'd surely encounter something wanting to do you harm at some point).
The special skills menu leaves something to be desired, althogugh the constellation set-up is kind of cool. It's just hard to map out where you want to take your character as that menu system is frustrating to navigate.
Overall this is one of the best games of this genre that I've ever seen.
What's great about it: Huge, open-ended gameplay
What's not so great: if you like this genre, nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
Other Best Buy Products I Recommend
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion - 5th Anniversary Edition PRE-OWNED - PlayStation 3
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Posted by: SgtRock
from Virginia
If you've been holding out to start this show then this is the place to do it, and now is a great time to get caught up since the final season starts in January 2010. The show has never looked better than it does here, and I've been watching some of the reruns on the Sci-fi HD channel. You can count the number of individual hairs on the characters heads should it strike you to do so. The show in itself is great. There are some slow periods farther along in the series (mostly in mid-season 2 and early season 3) but the first season zips right along, throwing question upon question at the viewer without answering any of them. There are quite a few extras that ramp up the mystery quotient as well. Not many get answered here, and the end of season one almost guarantees that you'll want season 2 close-by to go ahead and start watching.
What's great about it: Riveting, unusual TV entertainment that looks AMAZING
What's not so great: Answers don't come easy...
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Posted by: SgtRock
from Virginia
This is a cool movie for people that like monster movies without much plot. In a nutshell--a going-away party gets interupted by a giant monster's attack on New York City. The ENTIRE film is shot from the point of view of one of the partygoers as they try to get across town to help a friend.
Beware-the camerawork can be sickening sometimes--if you had a hard time with the Blair Witch Project or people's home movies you'll have a hard time with this. Also, there are only a couple of shots of the monster. Most of this movie they are actively trying to avoid the monster, so that affects how much it's on screen.
There's not a lot to the acting, but then again, all they really have to do is scream a lot and run. The first 20 minutes or so are used to establish who the characters are, then the last hour is all running and screaming and such.
It' s an enjoyable and different take on the Godzilla style movies but it's not for everyone.
Beware-the camerawork can be sickening sometimes--if you had a hard time with the Blair Witch Project or people's home movies you'll have a hard time with this. Also, there are only a couple of shots of the monster. Most of this movie they are actively trying to avoid the monster, so that affects how much it's on screen.
There's not a lot to the acting, but then again, all they really have to do is scream a lot and run. The first 20 minutes or so are used to establish who the characters are, then the last hour is all running and screaming and such.
It' s an enjoyable and different take on the Godzilla style movies but it's not for everyone.
What's great about it: Fun way to shoot a monster movie
What's not so great: acting is okay but not great
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Dominate in style with the Dell G7 17-inch gaming laptop with thin, sleek design, 10th Gen Intel Core processor, NVIDIA GEFORCE RTX 2070 (Max-P) discrete graphics, Game Shift technology and 4-zone RGB keyboard.
What's the approximate cost of a replacement battery?
Most sites have the G7 battery listed at about $80.
5 years, 3 months ago
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SgtRock
Dominate in style with the Dell G7 17-inch gaming laptop with thin, sleek design, 10th Gen Intel Core processor, NVIDIA GEFORCE RTX 2070 (Max-P) discrete graphics, Game Shift technology and 4-zone RGB keyboard.
So im really trying to choose between the 17.3 inch and the 15.7 inch. I have some questions and it would be great if you can help me with choosing. 1st question: Is the 17.3 inch storage upgradable? 2nd: How much better is the max in the 15.7 inch?
With most gaming laptops upgrading the storage means replacing the drive in the system (there simply isn't room for another drive in most cases--which I believe is the case for either of these models). Your best bet is investing in a portable, external hard drive and taking it with the laptop. You can, of course, replace the drive in the system, but that can be pretty difficult since you'll need to copy a lot of the information in the current hard drive first, then transfer it all to the new drive,etc.
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Control your home~s heating and cooling system remotely with this LUX Wi-Fi thermostat. The Android and iOS companion app supports geofencing, smart scheduling and personalization settings for efficiency, and compatibility with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa offers convenient voice control. This LUX Wi-Fi thermostat works with electric, gas, oil and forced-air systems for versatility.
Can the thermostat be locked via the software so unauthorized people wouldn't be able to change the settings? I couldn't find this info in the users manual.
Yes--there is a very simple setting for this in the app (and ONLY in the app as far as I can tell)
5 years, 6 months ago
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SgtRock
Get the same possibilities as a full size oven, with quality results, in a convenient countertop size with the KitchenAid~ Dual Countertop Oven with Temperature Probe. It's large capacity helps you save time and bake 2 whole chickens* at once. It also features a built-in temperature probe for more control during the cooking process, for perfect cooking results time after time. In addition, it features 12 preset cooking functions, an easy to read digital display, an interior light to check progress at any time without disrupting your dish, and a non-stick interior for quick and easy clean every time. The Dual Convect Bake setting allows you to cook up to 20% faster - compared to Bake setting; 3 lb chicken. *Based on 3.6 lbs weight.
Will a standard 1/4 sheet baking pan (9.5"X13") fit in the oven?
No. There is a smaller baking pan that comes with it, but the dimensions you describe are too large.
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Experience great gaming with this OMEN Obelisk desktop computer. Its NVIDIA GeForce graphics and Intel Core i7 processor are suitable for virtual reality games, and the 1TB hard drive and 256GB solid-state drive provide extensive storage and fast boot times. This OMEN Obelisk desktop computer's case opens without tools for easy expansion.
I wanted to add another 16GB ram stick. What ram stick is compatible with the current hyper x fury 16 gb stick?
Kingston Technology HyperX Fury Black 16GB 2666MHz DDR4 CL16 DIMM (HX426C16FB/16)---that is the exact match for what's in the system now. If you want to try and find a cheaper match (good luck!) then you'll want to make sure the 16gb and 2666 mhz speed match, and of course that it's DDR4 and for a desktop. Amazon currently has a single stick on sale that matches for the lowest price I've seen, but it's the same exact memory stick. There may be cheaper, more generic options available as well.
7 years, 5 months ago
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Dive into your favorite games with this Alienware wireless gaming headset. A noise-cancelling microphone keeps your voice clear as you call out commands to teammates, and 7.1 virtual surround sound enhances the audio quality so you never miss a whisper. Featuring two custom lighting zones and 6.8 million colors, this Alienware wireless gaming headset lets you create a custom look that accents your signature gaming style.
Will this work with my alienware 17 R4 computer??
So long as you have USB ports or adapters for standard USB plug-ins they should work fine!
7 years, 9 months ago
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Enjoy crisp, colorful picture quality with this Full HD HP monitor. The ultrathin bezel on the 27-inch screen provides an expansive viewing area so you can stay productive, and its AMD FreeSync technology reduces input lag and screen tearing. This HP monitor has two HDMI ports for connecting gaming consoles and other devices.
Is there any way to use a speaker with this monitor?
You'd have to have the speakers connected to your computer system itself--there are no speaker outputs on the monitor.
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Nest Doorbell (Wired) lets you know who~s there, so you never miss a thing. It replaces your existing wired doorbell and delivers HD video and bright, crisp images, even at night. It~s designed to show you everything at your doorstep ~ people head to toe or packages on the ground. And with 24/7 streaming, you can check in anytime. Or go back and look at a 3-hour snapshot history to see what happened.*
Will Google Hello do a better job in regards to lag (delay) and motion detection? I had another video doorbell (rhimes with Ding) which could not adequately connect to the wifi, terrable lag, poor motion detection (false alarms and missed live ones).
From my testing there was very little lag. There is some, of course, but it was maybe 1-2 seconds behind. The motion detection seems to be perfect. It ignores far off motion, but records anything within 10-15 feet.
8 years, 2 months ago
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Listen to your favorite tunes on the go with this rechargeable iHome IBT74BC speaker, which features a Bluetooth interface, so you can stream music from most Bluetooth-enabled devices, including select Apple~, Android and BlackBerry models.
Does this only come with a cord to charge or does it have something you can plug into the wall with?
It plugs directly into an outlet (the plug is actually pretty large, the wire itself is not).
8 years, 7 months ago
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SgtRock
Improve your audio experience with this Samsung three-channel soundbar. This unit, which has a built-in subwoofer, channels high-resolution full-spectrum sound and eliminates the need for an extra bass speaker. Use 4K pass-through to connect your Blu-ray player or other UHD device to the Samsung three-channel soundbar for stunning multi-channel audio and a clear picture.
The soundbar comes with the wires to connect it right?
It includes a digital optical wire, but does NOT include an HDMI wire.
8 years, 11 months ago
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