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    December 26, 2014
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Keep on working with this ultrawide LG IPS monitor. Its native resolution is 2560 x 1080, giving you more screen area in which to work in and providing a wider view for your design processes. It also uses IPS technology, which produces vivid colors and good contrasts from this 29-inch LG IPS monitor.
 
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LG 29” Ultrawide Monitor
on December 22, 2017
Posted by: usakvr
from Norwalk
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is a 4K monitor. I am using it as a 2nd monitor for my 5K iMac. The picture is amazing! You can set the screen to 2, 3, 4 ,6 or 8 sections with the free downloadable LG monitor software. Best Buy has a great price $179 - grab it before it goes back to $299. Only reason I don’t give it 5 Stars is bacause it is a little narrow.
My Best Buy number: 2367923299
My Best Buy number: 2367923299
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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iMac performance is at an alltime high with faster Intel Core processors, powerful Radeon Pro 500-series graphics, Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) connectivity, and stunning Retina 5K displays that shine 43 percent brighter and support one billion colors.
 
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iMac 3.4 GHz 1TB Fusion Drive
on December 15, 2017
Posted by: usakvr
from Norwalk
Verified Purchase:Yes
What can I say. It is a Mac. It replaced my 2009 iMac. Runs so smoothly, cannot hear it at all and so much faster. Setup is a breeze but then all Macs are. I became a Mac fan in 2004 and will never buy anything else again. Purchased it at $1699 (price match) on Wednesday. On Thursdays Best Buy came down to $1649 on a 3-Day Doorbuster. I went back to the store and they adjusted the price again. Apple and Best Buy - great combination!!
My Best Buy number: 2367923299
My Best Buy number: 2367923299
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Google Home Mini is a smart speaker powered by the Google Assistant, so you can ask it questions and tell it to do things. Just start with "Ok Google" to enjoy your entertainment, get answers from Google, tackle your day, and control your smart home. Google Home Mini works on its own or you can have a few around the house, giving you the power of Google anywhere."
 
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Google Home Mini
on December 8, 2017
Posted by: usakvr
from Norwalk
Verified Purchase:Yes
Easy to set up - Hears your voice even in noisy surroundings - clear sound - great price $29 - not great sound with louder music but then it isn’t for loud music or large rooms.
My Best Buy number: 2367923299
My Best Buy number: 2367923299
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Free yourself from cartridges with this Epson Expression EcoTank all-in-one printer. It lets you scan, print and photocopy, yet where it stands out is with its revolutionary easy-to-fill ink tanks. The replacement bottles let you refill the inks on the side so that you don't have to keep buying cartridges for this Epson Expression EcoTank all-in-one printer.
 
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EPSON Expression 3600 EcoTank Printer
on October 27, 2017
Posted by: usakvr
from Norwalk
Verified Purchase:Yes
Great printer
Easy to set up (just be careful while filling the cartridges).
Instructions are easy to follow
Prints very well and fast
Comes with about $100 worth of ink
Traded in old printer and received $50 off
Don’t know yet if the ink will last 2 years
Only CON - a little noisy
Would have given it 5 Stars if it was quiet.
My Best Buy number: 2367923299
My Best Buy number: 2367923299
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
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3 out of 5
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John Wick 2 Blu-Ray
on October 20, 2017
Posted by: usakvr
from New York
Verified Purchase:Yes
John Wick 2 is non stop action, plenty of violence and a killer Dolby Atmos Soundtrack. If you have a Dolby Atmos setup this is a “must see”. Otherwise depends how much you like Reeves. 3 Stars for the movie and 5 stars for the soundtrack.
My Best Buy number: 2367923299
My Best Buy number: 2367923299
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KONG:Skull Island 3D
on August 11, 2017
Posted by: usakvr
from New York
Verified Purchase:Yes
The movie is good. Plenty of action and special effects. The 3D is a mixed bag. "Pop out" effects are few and far between but the "inside the screen" is pretty impressive. Good sound as well.
My Best Buy number: 2367923299
My Best Buy number: 2367923299
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Take photo editing to the next level with Photoshop and Premiere Elements 15. Install Photoshop Elements on your tablet to take advantage of touchscreen editing features, or create photo and video collages easily with Premiere Elements. Save money and enjoy professional results when you use Photoshop and Premiere Elements 15 to batch-edit photographs and footage after your next special event.
 
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Adobe Premiere Elements 15 + Elements 15
on June 16, 2017
Posted by: usakvr
from New York
Verified Purchase:Yes
Easy to install - just register and you will receive a code. Upgraded from version 8 and it is so much better. Has so many more features. Don't know if the upgrade from 14 to 15 is worth it but if you have an older version it is definitely worth the upgrade.
My Best Buy number: 2367923299
My Best Buy number: 2367923299
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Protect your devices from power surges with this wall-mountable Monster Core Power 800 USB 8-outlet surge protector, which features 1440 joules of protection and 2 surge-protected USB charging ports.
 
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Monster Surge Protector
on June 12, 2017
Posted by: usakvr
from New York
Verified Purchase:Yes
Monster brand has good products. Best Buy Price Matched it and I got it at a great price. Has 8 surge protected outlets + 2 USB outlets. Great for your computer or Audio/Video System.
My Best Buy number: 2367923299
My Best Buy number: 2367923299
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Ben-Hur 3D
on May 19, 2017
Posted by: usakvr
from New York
Verified Purchase:Yes
Graphics are pretty good.
Movie steers away from the truth
3D is mediocre.
My Best Buy number: 2367923299
My Best Buy number: 2367923299
Mobile Submission: True
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Nest Protect Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm - 2nd Generation (Battery): Nest Protect reliably detects and alerts you to the presence of smoke or carbon monoxide in your home. The alarm speaks to you in a calm, clear, human voice, telling you the location of the danger. It also provides smartphone alerts and battery status updates to help protect your home.
 
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Nest Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector
on May 12, 2017
Posted by: usakvr
from New York
Verified Purchase:Yes
Easy to install using your smartphone. Doubles as smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector. Also has the ability to be used as a motion detecting night light.
My Best Buy number: 2367923299
My Best Buy number: 2367923299
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Keep on working with this ultrawide LG IPS monitor. Its native resolution is 2560 x 1080, giving you more screen area in which to work in and providing a wider view for your design processes. It also uses IPS technology, which produces vivid colors and good contrasts from this 29-inch LG IPS monitor.
 

is this height and tilt adjustable?

Yes to tilt No to height.
8 years, 5 months ago
by
usakvr
 
Keep on working with this ultrawide LG IPS monitor. Its native resolution is 2560 x 1080, giving you more screen area in which to work in and providing a wider view for your design processes. It also uses IPS technology, which produces vivid colors and good contrasts from this 29-inch LG IPS monitor.
 

My question is, is it better than a Imac (since they are on sale) or is not as good as a Imac? im trying to find another monitor and hoping you guys could answer

New iMac is 5K - this is 4K. Still very good!!
8 years, 5 months ago
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usakvr
 
Keep on working with this ultrawide LG IPS monitor. Its native resolution is 2560 x 1080, giving you more screen area in which to work in and providing a wider view for your design processes. It also uses IPS technology, which produces vivid colors and good contrasts from this 29-inch LG IPS monitor.
 

Why can't I fill the whole screen when hooked up to my laptop? I am on the full screen setup.

If you have an older computer it won’t go full screen. You need a newer model that can handle the needed output.
8 years, 5 months ago
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iMac performance is at an alltime high with faster Intel Core processors, powerful Radeon Pro 500-series graphics, Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) connectivity, and stunning Retina 5K displays that shine 43 percent brighter and support one billion colors.
 

can I transfer excel and word files from my HP pavilion to the Apple software?

As long as the documents have been saved in a Word/Exel format and you have MS Office installed on your Mac then YES you can transfer them to your new Mac. You can use Bluetooth transfer or a flash drive.
8 years, 5 months ago
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usakvr
 
Free yourself from cartridges with this Epson Expression EcoTank all-in-one printer. It lets you scan, print and photocopy, yet where it stands out is with its revolutionary easy-to-fill ink tanks. The replacement bottles let you refill the inks on the side so that you don't have to keep buying cartridges for this Epson Expression EcoTank all-in-one printer.
 

what is difference between this model and the Workforce more expemnsive model

The more expensive model has a top loader and fax capability
8 years, 7 months ago
by
usakvr
 
Protect your devices from power surges with this wall-mountable Monster Core Power 800 USB 8-outlet surge protector, which features 1440 joules of protection and 2 surge-protected USB charging ports.
 

what is the clamping voltage and response time on this device? does it have an indicator light that informs you if surge protection is functioning?

Yes it does have an indicator light.
8 years, 11 months ago
by
usakvr
 
Enjoy full, natural sound from your desktop or laptop computer, or tablet, from just 2 speakers. Bring more life to your music, games and videos, with wide natural sound reproduced by exclusive TrueSpace~ signal processing.
 

wHICH BOSE SPEAKERS?

Would you recommend these $250 Bose Companion 20 Multimedia Speaker over Bose $100 speakers (Bose Companion 2 Series III Multimedia Speakers)?
If you have the budget then definitely yes.
9 years, 2 months ago
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usakvr
 
Enjoy a wealth of entertainment on the go with this Amazon Fire HD B00IKPYKWG, which allows access to more than 33 million movies, TV shows, songs, book, apps and games. Front and rear cameras allow 1080p high-definition capture.
 

best gift card compatible with kindle fire hd7?

I know nothing about it, but my daughter is getting one for Christmas. ...Amazon card? Google card? Thx!
It depends on where you want to purchase it. Best Buy will only accept a Visa Gift Card or a Best Buy Gift Card. Visa is the way to go if you are not sure where she will buy it. I found the best price at Best Buy and it is local so no worries about shipping or waiting for it. Also if you get a better price within 30 days Best Buy will still beat it!!
11 years, 5 months ago
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usakvr
   New York
 
Enjoy a wealth of entertainment on the go with this Amazon Fire HD B00IKPYKWG, which allows access to more than 33 million movies, TV shows, songs, book, apps and games. Front and rear cameras allow 1080p high-definition capture.
 

Since the Kindle is a proprietary device, will I be able to download books from my local library as I have on my present Kindle (Paperwhite)?

Our county library allows us to borrow books from a service called"Overdrive"
Yes all your previous Amazon purchases will be able to be downloaded on to your new Kindle. If you have Amazon Orome you also get a bunch of free books. Enjoy!!
11 years, 5 months ago
by
usakvr
   New York
 
Enjoy a wealth of entertainment on the go with this Amazon Fire HD B00IKPYKWG, which allows access to more than 33 million movies, TV shows, songs, book, apps and games. Front and rear cameras allow 1080p high-definition capture.
 

transfer books from old kindle

I have an old kindle with a ton of books I have purchased. Can I transfer these books to
a kindle fire? If so, how do I do it.
Yes you can. When you set up your Kindle for the 1st time you will sign up with your existing Amazon ID. Then you wil be able to transfer all of your previous purchases. Enjoy!!
11 years, 5 months ago
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usakvr
   New York