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    October 3, 2014
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Dell Inspiron Laptop: Multitask with confidence by using this Dell Inspiron laptop. Its Intel Core i3 processor and 8GB of RAM provide enough power to run multiple programs at once, and its 1TB hard drive offers plenty of long-term storage space. This Dell Inspiron laptop has a DVD drive for burning discs and watching movies.
 
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Too much garbage-ware, otherwise great
on March 2, 2018
Posted by: Goof
from Endicott, NY
Verified Purchase:Yes
I had to replace a basic laptop fast for doing small audio and video projects. Once all of the extra-ware was cleaned and Windows 10 tamed, this laptop is doing that great. And with a 1TB hard-drive I don't have to data-juggle between projects. And the price was certainly right.
My Best Buy number: 2579282856
My Best Buy number: 2579282856
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Secure your files and enjoy rapid transfers with this SanDisk Ultra Fit SDCZ43-128G-A46 flash drive, which offers read speeds up to 130MB/sec. SecureAccess software helps ensure your files remain private, and a cap protects the drive from damage.
 
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Wow what a great price for a tiny USB
on March 2, 2018
Posted by: Goof
from Endicott, NY
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This works great and 128G for only $35? And teeny tiny so I never have to worry about it getting damaged but incidental contact
My Best Buy number: 2579282856
My Best Buy number: 2579282856
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With a 32GB storage capacity, this SanDisk Ultra Plus SDSDUSC-032G-AN6IN SDHC memory card features ample space to store your photos, high-definition videos and other content.
 
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Fast enough
on February 9, 2018
Posted by: Goof
from Endicott, NY
Verified Purchase:Yes
I needed a faster SD for taking videos on my camera and this card was the ticket. The old card couldn't keep up after a while but this one can. Great price too!
My Best Buy number: 2579282856
My Best Buy number: 2579282856
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Fitbit Charge 2 Heart Rate + Fitness Wristband: Put your daily exercise motivation on your wrist with the Fitbit Charge 2. This heart rate & fitness wristband automatically tracks all-day activity, sleep and exercise. It also features personalized exercise modes to view real-time stats on display, a way to track your cardio fitness level, and guided breathing sessions to help you find moments of calm in your day. Packed with the smartphone notifications you need most and a new sleek design with an interactive OLED display, Charge 2 is your perfect companion for all-day and workouts.
 
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Great as expected
on May 5, 2017
Posted by: Goof
Verified Purchase:Yes
Great little fitbit, works perfectly though it did take a bit to understand all of its capabilities. Still working on that, but the tracker works great
My Best Buy number: 2579282856
My Best Buy number: 2579282856
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The NETGEAR Dual-Band AC1750 Router with 16 x 4 DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem provides very fast cable speeds with an AC1750 WiFi router and integrated DOCSIS 3.0 cable modem, up to 680 Mbps. Compatible with cable Internet providers such as XFINITY from Comcast, Spectrum, Cox, Cablevision, and more.
 
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Hoped for the best, I think we got it
on March 17, 2017
Posted by: Goof
Verified Purchase:Yes
Here in upstate New York our cable and internet are expensive, patchy, and slow. At least for the internet, this was exacerbated by an apparently balky cable modem that the provider refused to replace even though we were paying rent on it so we did what we had to do, replaced their balky modem with this and we're so glad we did. This has all but eliminated our connection drops while also providing more consistent speeds. Oh, and we're saving that rental fee every month so if this thing lasts just a year it wil have more than paid off for itself.
My Best Buy number: 2579282856
My Best Buy number: 2579282856
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Soften your environment with this Philips Hue wireless dimming kit. The A19 bulb produces up to 800 lumens of warm white light and provides energy efficiency thanks to its 9.5W power and 25,000-hour lifespan. Use the versatile dimmer switch of this Philips Hue wireless dimming kit as a handheld remote or install it permanently on the wall.
 
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Fix switch issues minus the electrician
on March 3, 2017
Posted by: Goof
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This little kit really made life easier and less expensive. We have a couple rooms with poorly placed light switches. Rather than spend the money on an electrician and have walls to patch this allowed us to place teh switch exactly where we wanted with no muss and no fuss. And a lot less money. In combination with Hue Hub and Amazon Echo we can even tell those rooms what to do with themselves ....
My Best Buy number: 2579282856
My Best Buy number: 2579282856
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Philips Hue Bridge is the brain behind the Hue system. With a secure and stable connection, the Bridge uses the Zigbee mesh to provide instant control of your Hue lights and accessories without putting a strain on your Wi-Fi. Get the full suite of smart lighting features, including automations, the ability to control up to 50 lights and accessories inside and outside your home, and smart control from anywhere in the world. Level up your home entertainment when you add a Bridge. Integrations with other smart home brands and products are made possible with the Bridge. Control your lights from anywhere that you have an internet or cellular connection. The Bridge lets you set geofencing that turns the lights on when you arrive home. When you add smart switches and sensors to your Bridge, you enjoy even more convenient ways to control your Hue lights in addition to using the app or your voice. The Hue Bridge supports Matter.
 
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Alexa and Hue, perfect together
on March 3, 2017
Posted by: Goof
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Bought this hub to go with an Amazon Echo that I got for a fun birthday gift for the wife. She loves being able to talk to something that actually obeys her almost every time :-)
Seriously, Hue has provided simple and affordable solutions to lights with problematic switch locations.
My Best Buy number: 2579282856
My Best Buy number: 2579282856
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Deliver your favorite playlist anywhere in your home with the Amazon Echo Dot voice-controlled device. Control most electric devices through voice activation, or schedule a ride with Uber and order a pizza. The Amazon Echo Dot voice-controlled device turns any home into a smart home with the Alexa app on a smartphone or tablet.
 
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Is there an echo in here?
on February 13, 2017
Posted by: Goof
Verified Purchase:Yes
I'll start with the cons:
- Background noise can interfere with its detection and accuracy.
- Be aware that children should not use it unsupervised if purchasing is enabled
- Reasonable as a speaker, not great.
And so far, that's it. Pros galore:
- Very responsive
- Extremely accurate when not interfered with (by background noise)
- Long distance reception: 30 feet and two rooms away without yelling!
- Fast response
- Fairly polite and communicates well (acknowledgements)
- Fun when you're bored, still fun when you're not
- Able to control a huge number of devices and has a wide range of capabilities
My Best Buy number: 2579282856
My Best Buy number: 2579282856
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Provide smart illumination for your space with this Philips Hue white light bulb. The equivalent to a 60W standard bulb, this advanced bulb can be used as a regular LED light or to enhance your enjoyment with the Philips Hue app. This Philips Hue white light bulb is compatible with Alexa, Apple HomeKit and Google Assistant.
 
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Let there be light!
on February 13, 2017
Posted by: Goof
Verified Purchase:Yes
In conjunction with Alexa AND a Philips Hue hub this light bulb gives you voice and app control over the light in your room. It works exactly as expected.
Be sure to get a Hue hub first, it won't work without it!
My Best Buy number: 2579282856
My Best Buy number: 2579282856
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Apricorn ASW-USB3-25 Data Transfer Cable - SATA - 2.50" - USB - SATA
 
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Need to connect a drive? Need a clone?
on December 31, 2016
Posted by: Goof
Verified Purchase:Yes
I ordered a new SSD for an old computer but needed and easy way to create a new system image. This kit did just that, fast and easy with no hitch. It even has advanced functions to allow tailoring of the install if necessary
My Best Buy number: 2579282856
My Best Buy number: 2579282856
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Connect up to 4 USB 3.0 devices to your computer through a single port with this Insignia~ NS-PCH5431 USB hub, which features 4 USB ports that support data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps for fast uploads and downloads.
 

Can you use this just for charging devices like phones and portable chargers?

Is it 3 amps per port?
Yes you can use it as just a charger as it does come with a power supply for that purpose. Only one of the ports is 3A, the others are 0.5A ports. Be aware that the full capacity is 3.5A so if you have a device that truly pulls 3A in the high power port the other ports will have diminished capacity.
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Connect up to 4 USB 3.0 devices to your computer through a single port with this Insignia~ NS-PCH5431 USB hub, which features 4 USB ports that support data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps for fast uploads and downloads.
 

how long is the USB cord

I am surprised that the specs don't say how long the USB cord is that is supplied.
The cable is approximately 3 feet long.
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Store up to 500GB of your personal files on this Toshiba Canvio Slim II HDTD205XK3D1 hard drive, which is preloaded with NTI Backup Now EZ software, so you can enjoy customizable backup options. The slim, lightweight design enables simple portability.
 

is compatible with sony vaio laptop, how heavy is?

As long as the laptop has a USB2 or USB port it will work. The drive is extremely light and very compact.
11 years, 4 months ago
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Store up to 500GB of your personal files on this Toshiba Canvio Slim II HDTD205XK3D1 hard drive, which is preloaded with NTI Backup Now EZ software, so you can enjoy customizable backup options. The slim, lightweight design enables simple portability.
 

Is it compatible to a vaio desk top?

As long as it has a USB2 or USB3 port it should work with your dekstop.
11 years, 4 months ago
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Store up to 500GB of your personal files on this Toshiba Canvio Slim II HDTD205XK3D1 hard drive, which is preloaded with NTI Backup Now EZ software, so you can enjoy customizable backup options. The slim, lightweight design enables simple portability.
 

My computer doesn't have USB3, but 2. Can i back it up with this external HD?

Yes, this drive is backward compatible to USB2 just be aware that it will run much slower.
11 years, 4 months ago
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Store up to 500GB of your personal files on this Toshiba Canvio Slim II HDTD205XK3D1 hard drive, which is preloaded with NTI Backup Now EZ software, so you can enjoy customizable backup options. The slim, lightweight design enables simple portability.
 

Is the drive compatible with Windows Vista?

I don't see Vista on the list, though it is compatible with Windows XP
Yes, I have used this drive with my in-laws Vista desktop with no problem at all.
11 years, 4 months ago
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Store up to 500GB of your personal files on this Toshiba Canvio Slim II HDTD205XK3D1 hard drive, which is preloaded with NTI Backup Now EZ software, so you can enjoy customizable backup options. The slim, lightweight design enables simple portability.
 

Does the software make an image of the PC hard disk?

Meaning, can you a) boot and run the PC from the external drive and b) copy the entire saved image to your repaired or replaced internal hard drive and then start the PC from the internal drive again?
The drive is not bootable from the disk image, you will need to create a recovery DVD or USB drive to boot from in order to do a complete system restore.
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