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This set features three entries into the prequel trilogy based on the Marvel comic of the same name. Included here are X-Men: First Class, X-Men: Days of Future Past, and X-Men: Apocalypse.
 
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Overlook the missteps for the entertainment
on August 3, 2019
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Seeing these movies in sequence brings out a few inconsistencies in some characters but I can easily overlook those missteps for the entertainment value provided. First Class has a little too much exposition for my liking but lays down the foundation for what comes in the later movies. The best of the lot is Days of Future Passed which combines characters from both time frames in an epic way. Apocalypse probably has the best special effects and works best for the 4K format.
Length of ownership: 13
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Two-disc set includes Deadpool (2016)Snarky Special Forces vet Wade Wilson (Ryan Reynolds) found a soulmate in escort Vanessa Carlyle (Morena Baccarin), only for him to be diagnosed with terminal cancer. After researchers with a hidden agenda offered treatment through an illicit gene therapy, the process disfigured Wilson... and granted him incredible healing powers. Too bad for his InchbenefactorsInch that they don't have the same abilities, as he takes a costumed identity and forces a stunning showdown! Hit take on Marvel Comics' InchMerc with a MouthInch also stars T.J. Miller, Ed Skrein, Gina Carano. 108 min. C/Rtg R Deadpool 2 (2018)Marvel's potty-mouthed mercenary anti-hero is back in this laugh- and action-packed sequel. Deadpool (Ryan Reynolds) assembles a team of mutants called X-Force in order to stop cybernetic, time-traveling soldier Cable (Josh Brolin) from killing Russell Collins (Julian Dennison), a young mutant who will murder Cable's family in the future. What could possibly go wrong when Deadpool and Cable are forced to put their differences aside and work together? With Zazie Beetz, Morena Baccarin. 119 min. C/Rtg R Widescreen; Soundtracks English Dolby Atmos, DVS 5.1, Spanish Dolby Digital 5.1, French Dolby Digital 5.1; Subtitles English (SDH), Spanish, French; gag reel; photo gallery; deleted scenes; extended scenes; featurettes; audio commentary. Six-disc set.
 
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Not-for-the-Kiddies Marvel
on August 3, 2019
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Definitely for the adults in the room, more so for Deadpool 1 than Deadpool 2, but parents of lil' 'uns beware. These movies are rampant with sexual references, pop culture comments, violence, severed body parts, swear words, and more. Having said all that I still found them both entertaining and funny. It's a sign of great success when a franchise can poke fun at itself and still find an audience for something new while retaining good box office for its fan base on its conventional productions. Having both films packaged together and watching them in tandem brings more depth to some of the dialog that crosses over to the sequel. They are both an irreverent send-up of the Marvel Universe and graphic novel culture in general. The 4K presentation looks superb.
Length of ownership: 13
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Another Notable Entry to the Marvel Universe
on July 26, 2019
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Spidey and Iron Man fans should love this one and not just for the repartee between Peter Parker and Tony Stark. It's full of the usual Marvel action and humor and it's a welcome reboot of a youthful character to our favorite cast of super heroes.
Length of ownership: 24
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4K brings new life to my old DVD memories
on July 26, 2019
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One of my fav quirky movies of all time. Humorous, boisterous, wonderful SFX, snappy dialog, great sets and Chris Tucker rocks his role to the Nth degree. The sets' homage to Blade Runner are evident. There is no shortage of just plain weird, over the top, characters and the transfer to 4K brings new life to my old DVD memories. Although I've seen this movie more than a dozen times, seeing it in 4K was almost like watching it for the first time again..
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Throw away your extra remotes in favor of the Logitech Harmony 665 remote control. This functional remote works with a range of devices, from basic cable to Apple TV, and can combine up to 10 remotes in one versatile unit. This Logitech Harmony 665 remote control offers one-button setup for easy incorporation with your entertainment system.
 
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As stupid proof as it can get!
on July 19, 2019
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Easy set up and account management makes this the bargain universal remote of choice. Takes a little getting use to with switching among my 7 devices as I prefer the old fashioned "learning" remotes but they can take up to 2 hours to fully program. This Logitech literally took minutes and my system's remotes were completely integrated. As it turns out, when I mentioned it to a good buddy he told me he has the same one and is very happy with it.
Length of ownership: 33
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This set features all five films from Steven Spielberg's classic franchise. In Jurassic Park, guests at a theme park featuring genetically revived dinosaurs are forced to fight for their lives when the dinosaurs break free. In The Lost World: Jurassic Park, the discovery of a second island populated with vicious dinosaurs creates friction between those that wish to preserve the creatures and those that which to profit from them. In Jurassic Park III, Alan Grant (Sam Neill) is drawn to a dinosaur-covered island by a mysterious couple (William H. Macy and T~a Leoni) searching for their missing son. In Jurassic World, attempts to build a new park on the grounds of the original Jurassic Park go awry when a genetically-modified hybrid dinosaur breaks out. In Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, Owen (Chris Pratt) and Claire (Bryce Dallas Howard) return to the abandoned Jurassic World site when a volcanic eruption threatens to wipe out the remaining dinosaurs on the abandoned Jurassic World site, but soon uncover the makings of a global conspiracy.
 
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Dinosaur loving Bargain
on July 19, 2019
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Been a fan of JP since first seeing it in theaters in the 1990's. Had the Laser Discs, DVDs, Bluray and now in UHD and a BARGAIN TO BOOT with all five movies in one package. The special effects take center stage in UHD like no other format and the soundtracks leave nothing to be desired. Great color saturation, contrast gives the necessary depth for almost 3D like images. The 5th movie is definitely a showpiece for guests.
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Dramatic, exciting, inspiring
on July 17, 2019
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The mostly fictionalized screenplay has plenty to recommend it as a historical/action drama. The characters are only loosely based on the real participants but overall it captures the plight of England's efforts to save their army off the shores of Dunkirk. The varying aspect ratio works well on large screens (IMAX to 2.35:1). The time frame shifts events of key characters may be off putting to some but the narrative as such rewards those than can grasp director Nolan's style.
Length of ownership: 36
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In the Heart of the Sea [ULTRA HD] 4K Mastering, 2 Pack Released 2016 product/publication from Warner Home Video
 
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Based on the true story of Melville's inspiration
on July 17, 2019
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A dramatic role for Hemsworth proving he's not just a live action figure. Howard's direction is not among his best efforts but the movie has a number of exciting moments, good character interplay and believable special effects. Overall a good joy ride.
Length of ownership: 36
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Transfer files and back up data with this SanDisk Cruzer Snap USB flash drive. The 64GB capacity stores large files, while the retractable design shields the connector against dust, dirt and damage for added safety. This SanDisk Cruzer Snap USB flash drive works with the included SanDisk SecureAccess password-protection software, utilizing 128-bit AES encryption to keep proprietary information secure.
 
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Plenty of storage, convenient.
on July 17, 2019
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Bought this as a back up for my PowerPoint presentations. 64GB gives me more than the space I need for many months worth of talks. It's convenient to use with its slide out connector, easy to store and my wife loves its color.
Length of ownership: 15
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Install your projector easily with this mount that features 2 sizes of pipes for flush or extended options and a release lever for simple projector connect and disconnect.
 
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Truly Universal
on July 5, 2019
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Purchased this mount for my Epson projector. So happy I did. It's design made installation on my ceiling as near a "snap" as I would expect. The arms easily adjust to the projector's screw holes. Sanus even provides a variety of different screws to accommodate projector manufacturer's design choices. As long as you can find a strong ceiling stud behind your ceiling drywall, or have access to one through an attic, then you should be good to go.
Length of ownership: 30
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It's the year 2029, and much of the world's mutant population has succumbed to a genocidal, man-made virus. As a down-and-out Logan (Hugh Jackman, in his final appearance as the character) comes to terms with his failing healing factor, he and an ailing Charles Xavier (Patrick Stewart) must protect Laura (Dafne Keen)-a young genetically bred mutant with powers similar to Logan's-from the evil organization that created her. With Richard E. Grant, Boyd Holbrook, Stephen Merchant.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
ONE OF THE BEST COMIC BOOK MOVIES OF ALL TIME
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Great movie and to me, one of the best in the XMen franchise. Awesome final outing for Hugh Jackman as Wolverine and Patrick Stewart at Professor X. Great story and acting. Highly recommend.
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August 4, 2019
Not sure if something went amiss at the moderator's desk but that's not my review. Not from this Fred anyway. Mine appears next.
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Get to know the playful, wireless POP Mouse, designed to make personality shine on your desktop and beyond. Pick the POP Mouse you love most from our range of designs, and make it your own with fun emoji customization. With SilentTouch clicks, and up to 24 months battery life, take it anywhere you go. Connect POP Mouse to your desktop, laptop, or tablet using Bluetooth on Windows, macOS, iPadOS and Chrome OS. Glide between up to 3 devices at a time with FLOW, and shift instantly from high-precision to speed scroll mode with the SmartWheel.
 
Overall1 out of 51 out of 5
Seems to Have Lost its Blue Teeth!
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Purchased several weeks ago. Stopped working this morning. No amount of Bluetooth pairing, connecting, reconnecting, rebooting, reinstalling can solve it. Keep getting message to try reconnecting. Now outside return period. Will go to Logitech website for support on manufacturer 1 year warranty.
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June 17, 2023
Got it working after re-download of Logitech Options Plus. Followed prompts as usual to Add BT device, connected and seems fine...for now.
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Create an immersive entertainment system with this Epson Home Cinema 4K PRO-UHD projector. Full HDR color processing and 4K PRO-UHD projection technologies ensure accurate reproduction of premium, cinematic content for immersive viewing. The pixel-shift processor of this 2600-lumen Epson Home Cinema 4K PRO-UHD projector enhances the quality of lower-resolution videos.
 

Will using a fiber optic HDMI cable eliminate my handshake issues? It takes about 10 seconds for an Image to appear with a 35' HDMI active cable. Will a fiber optic cable be worthwhile? If so, how long might the handshake take to produce an image?

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The LG 17U70Q UltraPC unveils a new standard for a premium performance laptop with a large screen. A large 17" WQXGA resolution, non-Reflective, 16:10 IPS display means you spend less time scrolling and more time focusing and helping perform tasks efficiently. And with the 12th Gen Intel Core i7 processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series GPU, the UltraPC can help you power through any project thrown your way with speed and vibrancy. The stylish yet lightweight design and long-lasting battery of the LG UltraPC, you can get heavy work done anytime, anywhere.
 

Is the solitary usb c port the only way to power/ charge the battery? To me, this is not clear in the description or illustrations.

Using the included AC adapter charges the battery.
3 years, 5 months ago
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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.
 

Will this work with windows 11 and plug into my laptop

Yes. I'm using it with my new Win11 LG 17".
3 years, 6 months ago
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The LG 17U70Q UltraPC unveils a new standard for a premium performance laptop with a large screen. A large 17" WQXGA resolution, non-Reflective, 16:10 IPS display means you spend less time scrolling and more time focusing and helping perform tasks efficiently. And with the 12th Gen Intel Core i7 processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series GPU, the UltraPC can help you power through any project thrown your way with speed and vibrancy. The stylish yet lightweight design and long-lasting battery of the LG UltraPC, you can get heavy work done anytime, anywhere.
 

Does this have a direct ethernet port?

The specifications for inputs/outputs do not list Ethernet port but the photos seem to show a RJ45 port quite clearly, which presumably is for Ethernet connection. I have one of these laptops on order. When I placed the order in-store the sales rep pointed it out to me in the photo.
3 years, 7 months ago
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Meet the ultimate streaming player, Roku Ultra. It~s fast and powerful so you can to get you to the entertainment you want quickly. Enjoy a cinematic experience as you watch what you love in spectacular 4K and Dolby Vision picture with immersive Dolby Atmos sound. Get fast, seamless TV streaming in any room in the house with Wi-Fi or choose to wire up over Ethernet. Start streaming apps including Prime Video, Disney+, Max, Apple TV+, Netflix, Sling, Freevee and Hulu in a snap with a lightning-fast interface. Say ~Hey Roku~ from across the couch to power up your TV, control your streaming, and even find your lost remote. Use the rechargeable remote to quickly search and type with your voice, enjoy Headphone Mode, and set shortcuts for your favorite apps. Plus, enjoy easy voice control with Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant. Roku is America~s #1 TV streaming platform based on hours streamed ~ Hypothesis Group, December 2023
 

Does the Roku Ultra work on a 5GHz network?

All of my Roku Ultras (4662, 4670, 4802) work on my 5GHz network.
3 years, 10 months ago
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Meet the ultimate streaming player, Roku Ultra. It~s fast and powerful so you can to get you to the entertainment you want quickly. Enjoy a cinematic experience as you watch what you love in spectacular 4K and Dolby Vision picture with immersive Dolby Atmos sound. Get fast, seamless TV streaming in any room in the house with Wi-Fi or choose to wire up over Ethernet. Start streaming apps including Prime Video, Disney+, Max, Apple TV+, Netflix, Sling, Freevee and Hulu in a snap with a lightning-fast interface. Say ~Hey Roku~ from across the couch to power up your TV, control your streaming, and even find your lost remote. Use the rechargeable remote to quickly search and type with your voice, enjoy Headphone Mode, and set shortcuts for your favorite apps. Plus, enjoy easy voice control with Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant. Roku is America~s #1 TV streaming platform based on hours streamed ~ Hypothesis Group, December 2023
 

I have roku ultra that does not see my t mobile 5 ghz network. The 2.4ghz has jitter, buffering etc. Do I need a new roku?

It probably is too far from your router. You can try installing a WiFi extender. Doing so resolved a similar problem for me. Or use a wired ethernet connection direct to the Ultra.
3 years, 10 months ago
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Meet the ultimate streaming player, Roku Ultra. It~s fast and powerful so you can to get you to the entertainment you want quickly. Enjoy a cinematic experience as you watch what you love in spectacular 4K and Dolby Vision picture with immersive Dolby Atmos sound. Get fast, seamless TV streaming in any room in the house with Wi-Fi or choose to wire up over Ethernet. Start streaming apps including Prime Video, Disney+, Max, Apple TV+, Netflix, Sling, Freevee and Hulu in a snap with a lightning-fast interface. Say ~Hey Roku~ from across the couch to power up your TV, control your streaming, and even find your lost remote. Use the rechargeable remote to quickly search and type with your voice, enjoy Headphone Mode, and set shortcuts for your favorite apps. Plus, enjoy easy voice control with Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant. Roku is America~s #1 TV streaming platform based on hours streamed ~ Hypothesis Group, December 2023
 

I bought a Roku Streaming Device from Amazon for an older TV that only has A/V Ports and the program that I choose will come on and then after 15 seconds or so the signal cuts out completely. I tried everything and nothing works why? The tv has no HDMI.

It's likely that your "older TV" is not High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) compliant which only current HDMI connections can negotiate properly.
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Meet the ultimate streaming player, Roku Ultra. It~s fast and powerful so you can to get you to the entertainment you want quickly. Enjoy a cinematic experience as you watch what you love in spectacular 4K and Dolby Vision picture with immersive Dolby Atmos sound. Get fast, seamless TV streaming in any room in the house with Wi-Fi or choose to wire up over Ethernet. Start streaming apps including Prime Video, Disney+, Max, Apple TV+, Netflix, Sling, Freevee and Hulu in a snap with a lightning-fast interface. Say ~Hey Roku~ from across the couch to power up your TV, control your streaming, and even find your lost remote. Use the rechargeable remote to quickly search and type with your voice, enjoy Headphone Mode, and set shortcuts for your favorite apps. Plus, enjoy easy voice control with Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant. Roku is America~s #1 TV streaming platform based on hours streamed ~ Hypothesis Group, December 2023
 

Hi, They actually did not directly answer my question earlier. My question is, does the Roku Ultra have a "ZOOM" feature on it to expand the picture that will fill the screen?" I have an older TV with HDMI but the Roku's that I have don't have "ZOOM".

No. There is no ZOOM feature. It's designed to display the content's original aspect ratio or whatever the provider is streaming.
3 years, 10 months ago
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Experience immersive viewing when you add this Samsung 40-inch smart TV to your home. The wide color enhancer and Full HD resolution deliver vibrant picture quality, while the Digital Clean View optimizes content for better results. A unique lifestyle gallery creates scenic views for any room in your home when this TV is not in use. This Samsung 40-inch smart TV features support for the Samsung SmartThings app to complete your home automation setup.
 

4 holes on the back are not threaded for wall mount. How do I mount to wall bracket

See this Samsung support link for the user manual. It has instructions for on-wall installation and for ordering a proper wall mount : https://downloadcenter.samsung.com/content/EM/202104/20210405184119569/BN68-12552A-00_UM_N5200_ZA_ENG_210317.0.pdf
4 years, 6 months ago
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Transport food securely in this Crock-Pot Cook & Carry slow cooker. Three settings lets you cook on high and low temperatures and then keep food warm until served, while the 6-qt. capacity is ideal for big meals. This Crock-Pot Cook & Carry slow cooker has a removable stoneware pot, eliminating the need for additional serving dishes.
 

crock pot is good, but the lid broke Can I just get a new lid? How & where

Contact the manufacturer.
5 years, 5 months ago
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Transport food securely in this Crock-Pot Cook & Carry slow cooker. Three settings lets you cook on high and low temperatures and then keep food warm until served, while the 6-qt. capacity is ideal for big meals. This Crock-Pot Cook & Carry slow cooker has a removable stoneware pot, eliminating the need for additional serving dishes.
 

Does the outside of this crock pot get really hot?

It gets hot but not excessively so. Regardless, when it's hot we always use pot holders when lifting or taking off the lid.
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