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The one that started it all! Experience the terror - from the beginning - with the first chilling chapter of the Alien saga, directed by Ridley Scott and starring Sigourney Weaver in her breakout performance as Ripley. When the crew of the space-tug Nostromo responds to a distress signal from a barren planet, they discover a mysterious life form that breeds within human hosts. The acid-blooded extraterrestrial proves to be the ultimate adversary as crew members battle to stay alive and prevent the deadly creature from reaching Earth.
 
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4 out of 5
4
Great movie, video transfer not fantastic
on September 25, 2020
Posted by: Kevin
Verified Purchase:Yes
Love the movie, but this doesn't really have the look of a 4K transfer. I'm not sure if it was remastered, or just up sampled to create the 4K version but it's not overly impressive... grainy like the 40 year old film original would likely be.
Length of ownership: 27
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Terminator returns in this explosive action-adventure spectacle. Now he's one of the good guys, sent back in time to protect John Connor, the boy destined to lead the freedom fighters of the future. Sarah Connor, John's mother, a quintessential survivor has been institutionalized for her warning of the nuclear holocaust she knows is inevitable. Together, the threesome must find a way to stop the ultimate enemy-the T-1000, the most lethal Terminator ever created.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Great movie, Awesome Video & Audio
on September 25, 2020
Posted by: Kevin
Verified Purchase:Yes
The best version of this movie available anywhere. Awesome video and audio transfer/remaster.
Length of ownership: 27
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Achieve high-quality visuals on every play with this Panasonic UHD Blu-ray player (Model DP-UB150-K). Deep color HDMI output and 4K upscaling delivers immersive enjoyment of your favorite movie titles, showing images at their very best. Featuring Dolby Atmos and HDR10+ compatibility, this Panasonic UHD Blu-ray player immerses you both in lifelike sound and images.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Great product!
on September 25, 2020
Posted by: Kevin
Verified Purchase:Yes
This works great. Besides just being an UHD Blu-Ray player, the front USB port will also work with external hard drives. I rip my DVD and Blu-Ray collection down to hard drive for convenience, and I can attach my USB hard drive to the front port and watch the DVDs and BluRays through this player. The USB port on my TV will *not* support USB hard drives, only flash drives, so this was a nice discovery that this player works with USB hard drives.
Length of ownership: 27
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
5
Quality
5 out of 5
5
Value
5 out of 5
5
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Step up to the infinite possibilities of streaming 4K in award winning Quantum Color that offers up to 75% more color than standard 4K TVs for a more nuanced, more immersive range of colors that brings everything you watch to life. UltraBright~ 600 and Dolby Vision high dynamic range bring the image to thrilling new life, combined with the Active Full Array~ backlight to enhance contrast and deepen black levels. The lightning-fast IQ Active~ processor boosts overall performance while the ProGaming Engine~ with Auto Game Mode and AMD FreeSync provides fluid, artifact-free gaming performance when gaming1. And VIZIO SmartCast~ is now smarter than ever, letting you stream, control and share like never before, with Apple AirPlay 2 and Chromecast built-in in Dolby Vision and HDR10+ for a best in class 4K streaming experience. 1Color defined as the color volume measured using Dolby's MDC spec that factors the range of colors and luminance levels; standard 4K HDR TV features rec 709 color, up to 300 nits 2AMD FreeSync, VRR and auto low latency mode only compatible with Xbox One X
 
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4
Mostly awesome. Possibly one show stopper.
on September 5, 2020
Posted by: Kevin
Verified Purchase:Yes
Love ALMOST everything about this TV. Setup, picture, build quality, built in apps, ability to play wide array of video formats from USB, etc.
However there is one issue that could be a showstopper.
I play a fair amount of PS4 on the TV, and it will periodically blink the screen off for a short period. Maybe 1/2 second. Not a problem for strategy type games but could cause issues with action games. I can't tell for sure, but when it comes back on after the flash, the contrast *appears* to be different. Maybe it's struggling with HDR data on some games or the way the PS4 sends it.
I've updated the TV to current level and rebooted. I haven't tried an exhaustive list of video settings to determine where the problem is, but it seems to occur regardless of Picture setting (calibrated, vivid, game, etc.).
Hopefully Vizio support sees this and is able to find a product fix to issue in the next update. Otherwise, this may have to go back.
Length of ownership: 11
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
4 out of 5
4
Value
5 out of 5
5
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
5
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Did you know Philips Hue smart bulbs are only active when the light switch is in the on/up position? If the switch is accidentally turned off or Wi-Fi connection is lost, the Philips Hue smart bulbs no longer operates from any control source (wireless app, remote, or voice). The Aurora ~Always Ready~ Smart Bulbs Dimmer is the first and only solution that ensures your Hue smart bulbsare kept in ~ready mode. Its elegant, intuitive, easy-touch dimming aesthetic allows anyone to control the lights, even if they don~t have the app.
 
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5
Great product, easy set up!
on July 17, 2020
Posted by: Kevin
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have purchased 6 of these now to add to my Philips Hue set up. They work great, are easy to install and set up, and not (too) expensive.
Length of ownership: 30
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
4 out of 5
4
Value
4 out of 5
4
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
5
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Protect your office or entertainment equipment with this CyberPower LX1500GU 1500VA battery back-up system, which enables safe shutdown in the event of a power failure and features AVR (Automatic Voltage Regulation) to provide consistent power levels.
 
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5
Great product!
on July 10, 2020
Posted by: Kevin
Verified Purchase:Yes
I just bought this to replace a similar product from a different brand, and I like this one better. Same capacity (more plugs actually!), smaller footprint, lower cost!
Length of ownership: 32
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Set your alarm, check your calendar and monitor other apps with this Fossil Sport 41mm silicone black smartwatch. Featuring a built-in heart rate and fitness tracker, this smartwatch can easily keep tabs on your health. This Fossil Sport 41mm silicone black smartwatch features GPS function, providing quick and simple navigation.
 
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4 out of 5
4
Nice watch for the price, but....
on May 15, 2020
Posted by: Kevin
Verified Purchase:Yes
So here's the deal... I like this watch for the price but it has a few shortcomings. First, the battery life could be longer... Can be tough to get a full day out of the watch. I get a lot of notifications on my phone and with the watch letting me know about all of them with a buzz, it killed the battery in half a day. I turned off all but essential notifications for the watch and it does MUCH better, but still tends to drain faster than I would've expected.
Second, when you "shake to wake" to activate the full watch face (most faces have full and dimmed versions which may differ in the amount of content provided), the full face only stays on for I believe 3 seconds, which is too short to orient your eyes to the watch and find the info you're looking for. I do not believe there is a native way to extend that but I am researching to find an app which gives some flexibility there.
Hope this helps.
Length of ownership: 25
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5 out of 5
5
Value
5 out of 5
5
Ease of Use
3 out of 5
3
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The 60W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter features a magnetic DC connector so if someone should trip over it, the cord disconnects harmlessly and your MacBook Pro stays put safely. It also helps prevent fraying or weakening of the cables over time. In addition, the magnetic DC helps guide the plug into the system for a quick and secure connection.When the connection is secure, an LED located at the head of the DC connector lights up; an amber light lets you know that your notebook is charging, while a green light tells you that you have a full charge. An AC cord is provided with the adapter for maximum cord length, while the AC wall adapter (also provided) gives you an even easier and more compact way to travel.
 
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Apple Quality / Apple Price
on April 10, 2020
Posted by: Kevin
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is a great product, like all original Apple stuff. This is also an expensive product, like all original Apple stuff.
Length of ownership: 25
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5 out of 5
5
Value
2 out of 5
2
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
5
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Control access to your garage with this Chamberlain MyQ Garage smart hub. It connects to your Wi-Fi router and lets you remotely control guest access for your existing garage door opener via the MyQ app. This Chamberlain MyQ Garage smart hub pairs with devices for seamless integration with lighting and security cameras.
 
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Easy set up, works perfectly!
on January 20, 2020
Posted by: Kevin
Verified Purchase:Yes
This works great! Follow the youtube installation videos and the install will go smoothly!
Length of ownership: 26
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5 out of 5
5
Value
5 out of 5
5
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
5
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Operate electrical appliances remotely with this TP-Link mini smart Wi-Fi plug. It lets you switch lights and other electronics on and off, check their current status and schedule their operation from your mobile device via the Kasa app. This TP-Link mini smart Wi-Fi plug supports voice control when paired with your Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.
 
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5
SUPER easy to set up and use!
on December 27, 2019
Posted by: Kevin
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have a few of these and they are great. I bought this to make it easy to turn on the Christmas tree lights without rooting around under the tree and presents. "OK Google - turn on the Christmas tree".
Integrates well with Google Home.
SUPER easy to set up.
Length of ownership: 21
Mobile Submission: true
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5 out of 5
5
Value
5 out of 5
5
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
5
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Step up to the infinite possibilities of streaming 4K in award winning Quantum Color that offers up to 75% more color than standard 4K TVs for a more nuanced, more immersive range of colors that brings everything you watch to life. UltraBright~ 600 and Dolby Vision high dynamic range bring the image to thrilling new life, combined with the Active Full Array~ backlight to enhance contrast and deepen black levels. The lightning-fast IQ Active~ processor boosts overall performance while the ProGaming Engine~ with Auto Game Mode and AMD FreeSync provides fluid, artifact-free gaming performance when gaming1. And VIZIO SmartCast~ is now smarter than ever, letting you stream, control and share like never before, with Apple AirPlay 2 and Chromecast built-in in Dolby Vision and HDR10+ for a best in class 4K streaming experience. 1Color defined as the color volume measured using Dolby's MDC spec that factors the range of colors and luminance levels; standard 4K HDR TV features rec 709 color, up to 300 nits 2AMD FreeSync, VRR and auto low latency mode only compatible with Xbox One X
 
Overall4 out of 54 out of 5
Mostly awesome. Possibly one show stopper.
By Kevin
Love ALMOST everything about this TV. Setup, picture, build quality, built in apps, ability to play wide array of video formats from USB, etc.
However there is one issue that could be a showstopper.
I play a fair amount of PS4 on the TV, and it will periodically blink the screen off for a short period. Maybe 1/2 second. Not a problem for strategy type games but could cause issues with action games. I can't tell for sure, but when it comes back on after the flash, the contrast *appears* to be different. Maybe it's struggling with HDR data on some games or the way the PS4 sends it.
I've updated the TV to current level and rebooted. I haven't tried an exhaustive list of video settings to determine where the problem is, but it seems to occur regardless of Picture setting (calibrated, vivid, game, etc.).
Hopefully Vizio support sees this and is able to find a product fix to issue in the next update. Otherwise, this may have to go back.
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September 10, 2020
UPDATE: The sync / flashing problem I encountered was being caused by an old HDMI cable that obviously could not keep up with the throughput. Swapped it out with a new high speed cable and the problem went away! 5 stars now!
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Achieve high-quality visuals on every play with this Panasonic UHD Blu-ray player (Model DP-UB150-K). Deep color HDMI output and 4K upscaling delivers immersive enjoyment of your favorite movie titles, showing images at their very best. Featuring Dolby Atmos and HDR10+ compatibility, this Panasonic UHD Blu-ray player immerses you both in lifelike sound and images.
 

Can this player be updated like the wifi model?

Yes it can. I have mine attached to a wireless ethernet port.
5 years, 8 months ago
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Achieve high-quality visuals on every play with this Panasonic UHD Blu-ray player (Model DP-UB150-K). Deep color HDMI output and 4K upscaling delivers immersive enjoyment of your favorite movie titles, showing images at their very best. Featuring Dolby Atmos and HDR10+ compatibility, this Panasonic UHD Blu-ray player immerses you both in lifelike sound and images.
 

Does this product have prime video

This model is not a "smart" player with a menu of apps.
5 years, 8 months ago
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Step up to the infinite possibilities of streaming 4K in award winning Quantum Color that offers up to 75% more color than standard 4K TVs for a more nuanced, more immersive range of colors that brings everything you watch to life. UltraBright~ 600 and Dolby Vision high dynamic range bring the image to thrilling new life, combined with the Active Full Array~ backlight to enhance contrast and deepen black levels. The lightning-fast IQ Active~ processor boosts overall performance while the ProGaming Engine~ with Auto Game Mode and AMD FreeSync provides fluid, artifact-free gaming performance when gaming1. And VIZIO SmartCast~ is now smarter than ever, letting you stream, control and share like never before, with Apple AirPlay 2 and Chromecast built-in in Dolby Vision and HDR10+ for a best in class 4K streaming experience. 1Color defined as the color volume measured using Dolby's MDC spec that factors the range of colors and luminance levels; standard 4K HDR TV features rec 709 color, up to 300 nits 2AMD FreeSync, VRR and auto low latency mode only compatible with Xbox One X
 

I just updated to an xbox one x. Is there a specific HDMI port I should use for Gameplay? I can see the Xbox home screen fine, but when I enter a game the screen goes green jumps betweem HDR/HDR10. Did I miss a setting? No manual was provided w/ TV.

Are you using a high end, high speed HDMI cable? Or the one you used with your old TV? I was having all kinds of problems with my PS4 on this TV til I replaced my HDMI cable. Didn't think that could matter that much but it sure did for me... completely solved my problem.
5 years, 8 months ago
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Operate electrical appliances remotely with this TP-Link mini smart Wi-Fi plug. It lets you switch lights and other electronics on and off, check their current status and schedule their operation from your mobile device via the Kasa app. This TP-Link mini smart Wi-Fi plug supports voice control when paired with your Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.
 

if i connect this to my tv and use google assistant will it let me change channels or just turn tv on and off?

On and off only. You'd need either a smart TV or a smart hub like Harmony to change channels using Google.
6 years, 5 months ago
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Operate electrical appliances remotely with this TP-Link mini smart Wi-Fi plug. It lets you switch lights and other electronics on and off, check their current status and schedule their operation from your mobile device via the Kasa app. This TP-Link mini smart Wi-Fi plug supports voice control when paired with your Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.
 

Can i dim lights using this?

No. On or off only.
6 years, 5 months ago
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Add a creative glow to any corner of your space with this 6.6-foot Philips Hue LED light strip. Its multicolored, dimmable lights suit any desired ambience, and it lets you sync its movement with music or movies via third-party apps. Bend, shape and cut this Philips Hue LED light strip for flexible customization.
 

Can I just use my phone app to control lights instead of buying the Hub?

I don't believe so. The app talks to the hub which talks to the bulbs.
7 years, 4 months ago
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