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    August 21, 2018
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Play Diablo IV, Hogwarts Legacy and 200+ more games on any screen.  Dive into a range of legendary franchises from Call of Duty~ to Minecraft and everything in between.  Download and play games on Xbox console, PC and supported handhelds.  Stream games with Cloud Gaming on any supported device, including PC, TV, mobile, tablet and VR headsets. Enjoy 1-month of Xbox Game Pass Premium with your Best Buy purchase and play today. Eligible for new subscribers only. Plan auto-renews until cancelled. $14.99 Value.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Your living rooms digital arcade
on May 28, 2025
Posted by: nickcal
Verified Purchase:Yes
If you’ve ever wanted a “Netflix for games,” Xbox Game Pass Ultimate delivers, and then some. It's a digital arcade that stretches from your living room to your PC.
Length of ownership: 443
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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We~ll do the heavy lifting and save you time and hassle. Enjoy the convenience of our installers professionally setting up and mounting your TV to the wall and configuring your video components. We~ll make recommendations on placement for the best viewing experience and conceal properly rated cabling within the wall in a single stud bay. We'll also add your TV and connected devices to an existing wireless network, perform any needed software or firmware updates, and configure up to two smart streaming services, like Netflix or Disney+. In addition, we~ll program the remotes that come with your equipment and configure an existing voice-control device for basic TV control commands. Once the setup is finished, we~ll take the time to demo your new technology and make sure you know how to use it. Finally, we~ll ensure that all wires and cables are neatly dressed, and that the workspace is clean when we finish. Best Buy~s TV services are backed by a 90-day limited workmanship warranty.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Handsdown best install ever
on November 1, 2024
Posted by: nickcal
Verified Purchase:Yes
I normally do all my installation of gadgets myself, but I recently had surgery and just wasn't up for it. I wasn't expecting much from the install guy, but wow, he was awesome! Not only did he make the mount strong enough that someone could hang off of it, but he also knew his way around the menus of the TV and soundbar so well that it was like lightning. He explained everything in detail and was just fantastic. He knew his stuff and was pleasant to work with. I could not be happier with the installation. The TV looks great, and the service was the best I have ever received from ANY Best Buy employee, period.
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Do more than ever before with the game changing power of Galaxy AI on the expansive screen of Galaxy Z Fold6. Use Circle to Search with Google to find things fast now optimized for the oversized display so you can keep multiple windows open while you search. Get easy translations for face to face conversations using Interpreter with Galaxy AI in FlexMode, where you can see your language on one side of the screen and they can see theirs on the other. Plus, the large canvas is perfect for viewing in depth health tracking and insights from a paired Galaxy Watch or Galaxy Ring. Experience the extraordinary with Galaxy Z Fold6 the tablet like phone that lets you open up new possibilities with Galaxy AI .
 
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5 out of 5
5
High performance device for any task
on September 6, 2024
Posted by: nickcal
Verified Purchase:Yes
I wasn't sure if I would enjoy a foldable phone let alone a Samsung, but aside from dealing with Samsung apps, I really enjoyed using this phone. I loved the extra screen real estate I got and thought everything ran really smooth. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend to others.
Length of ownership: 10
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Display Quality
5 out of 5
5
Camera
5 out of 5
5
Battery Life
5 out of 5
5
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Do more with Galaxy AI on the epic Galaxy S24 Ultra. Wondering where the cool museum that your favorite influencer visited is located? Simply Circle to Search with Google and start planning your own trip to the Louvre. Then get ready to experience local flavors by calling ahead with Live Translate to make a reservation in French, even if all you know is ~Bonjour.~ Capture every detail of your candlelight meal with impressive Nightography and zoom in to see the live violinist playing across the room. Once you~re back in your hotel, elevate your pics from good to great right on your Galaxy S24 Ultra. You can even use your built in S Pen to add fun doodles before posting. Unleash new ways to create, connect and more with Galaxy AI on Galaxy S24 Ultra. Epic, just like that.
 
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5
High performance device
on September 6, 2024
Posted by: nickcal
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is an extraordinary device. It's very thin and lightweight and the display on it is gorgeous. I didn't have problems running any tasks and gaming on it was very smooth, too. As far as performance goes, benchmarks show it as the top of the list and I think it can handle anything you throw at it.
Length of ownership: 16
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Display Quality
5 out of 5
5
Camera
5 out of 5
5
Battery Life
5 out of 5
5
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Galaxy AI is here.  Search like never before~, let transcript assist~ take the notes for you, format your notes into a clear summary,~ and effortlessly edit your photos~ -all from your tablet, all with AI. With great power comes great productivity. Backed by our mighty Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and a long-lasting battery that can keep up with your dynamic lifestyle, Galaxy Tab S9 Ultra, now with Galaxy AI, redefines how you conquer your to-do list. With the ultra-large 14.6" screen, you can work like a boss. There~s enough space to open and toggle between multiple windows and collaborate with teammates over video chat. You can also pair Tab S9 Ultra with the rest of your Galaxy to reach even greater heights ~quickly share files from your phone to your tablet or use it as a second screen with your PC.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Great tablet
on September 6, 2024
Posted by: nickcal
Verified Purchase:Yes
This tablet is a very nice piece of hardware. It runs very smooth and has a brilliant display. Even though it's got a very large screen it doesn't feel hard to carry at all. The S Pen worked really well with it and gaming on it was really fun.
Length of ownership: 16
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Battery Life
5 out of 5
5
Display
5 out of 5
5
Durability
5 out of 5
5
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Enjoy fast online streaming with this NVIDIA SHIELD TV media player. The 4K HDR capability provides visual quality, while Dolby Atmos and DTS-X surround sound offer an immersive watching and listening experience. This NVIDIA SHIELD TV media player supports unlimited applications for movies, shows, games and music of your choosing, providing endless entertainment. GeForce NOW instantly transforms SHIELD TV into a powerful PC gaming rig. Play over 1000+ titles and nearly 100 of the biggest free to play games. The new GeForce NOW RTX 3080 membership unlocks GeForce RTX 3080 gaming servers in 4K HDR, with shorter wait times and longer session lengths, with RTX ON including ray tracing and DLSS graphics for supported games.
 
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3 out of 5
3
Not my first choice for streaming device
on September 6, 2024
Posted by: nickcal
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is an interesting device, and it works well. The technology in it is a little older, and I was hoping to enjoy gaming with it, but it just doesn't have the power I needed for that purpose. I was surprised by how small it is. It's very slim, and it connected to our network easily. I felt as though it was a little slow to respond to remote commands, and it wasn't as smooth playing videos as our AppleTV. Not a bad device, but I'm not sure it would be my first choice for streaming either especially given its price point.
Length of ownership: 13
Mobile Submission: False
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Quality
4 out of 5
4
Value
3 out of 5
3
Ease of Use
4 out of 5
4
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4 out of 5
4
A large handheld that needs better navigation
on September 6, 2024
Posted by: nickcal
Verified Purchase:Yes
I got this in my quest for trying to find the best possible mobile gaming experience. One of my goals was to be able to connect to an external monitor and maintain a high refresh rate. This device does do that, but unfortunately, my game of choice (Call of Duty: Mobile) didn't play as well as I hoped it would (using an Android emulator). The device is quite large, but it's not hard to use as a handheld. I did find that system navigation was challenging unless you connected a keyboard/mouse. The touchscreen and on-screen keyboard just weren't as responsive as I wanted them to be. It's not a bad device, but it's just not what I was looking for.
Length of ownership: 13
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Controller
5 out of 5
5
Performance
4 out of 5
4
Storage Capacity
5 out of 5
5
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Engineered for better performance and responsiveness, SCUF Instinct Pro for Xbox Series X|S provides a competitive edge taking precious milliseconds off your reaction times. Four rear Remappable Paddles are embedded within the controller placing them at your fingertips for faster play and increased durability. Instant Triggers allow you to switch from a regular trigger to mouse-click action for ultra-fast shots. Three paddle remapping configurations can be selected with the press of a button. Interchangeable thumbsticks improve your accuracy while the non-slip Performance Grip make this wireless and wired controller deliver hours of comfort no matter how long you play. Endless customization options available.
 
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Impressive controller
on September 6, 2024
Posted by: nickcal
Verified Purchase:Yes
It's one of the best controllers on the market today when it works, lol. These can be a bit finicky, depending on whether you get one from a good batch or a bad batch. I've experienced this and so have other people online from what I've read. If you get a controller from a good batch, it's REALLY good and works flawlessly. I got one from a bad batch once and the buttons were stuck. If you have one that works, it's amazing. Hands down, it is the best controller I have used and I will continue to get these if they wear out.
Length of ownership: 5
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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Our first foldable phone is finally here! Our lightweight design makes the OnePlus Open the thinnest foldable available in North America. With a similar feel to a traditional flagship phone when folded and creaseless dual display when unfolded, the Open is the ultimate 2-in-1 experience for productivity on the go. The Open is a content-creating powerhouse with a triple-lens Hasselblad Camera for Fold, featuring a main camera with a Pixel Stack CMOS image sensor with OIS, a periscope tele with 6X optical zoom with OIS and an ultra-wide lens ~ plus the ability to capture video in stunning Dolby Vision. The OnePlus Open also features the largest battery on the foldable market and the fastest wired charging, thanks to 67W SUPERVOOC charging. Open Canvas allows you to run up to 3 apps in tandem when unfolded, making multitasking a breeze. The OnePlus Open, open for everything.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Wonderful easy to use phone
on September 6, 2024
Posted by: nickcal
Verified Purchase:Yes
Let's start with the bad. It's running an older processor compared to the flagship phones out right now; it comes with a weird screen protector pre-installed that you are not supposed to remove, and it doesn't have wireless charging. OxygenOS lacks AI features, and that is all the negatives I found with the phone.
The positives are that the screen is bright and looks great, and the camera is outstanding; even without the AI features other flagship phones have it produces great, clear photos and gives you many options for manual photography. The size is good, and the front screen is solid.
OxygenOS is one of my favorite Android Operating Systems. It is easy to navigate and has many little features that make using it a joy.
The weight of the phone is great. I did a benchmarking test of this phone with software, and even with it having the older processor, it still outperformed the brand new Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold.
If you are looking for a great phone and don't care about all of the AI buzz or big-name brands, then OnePlus Open is solid and would be perfect for most Android users.
Length of ownership: 14
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Battery Life
4 out of 5
4
Display Quality
4 out of 5
4
Camera
5 out of 5
5
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The NEW OnePlus 12 is powered by Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, with up to 16GB of RAM. With the fastest wireless charging in North America, it powers through everything effortlessly. Enjoy all your content on a brilliant 120Hz Super Fluid AMOLED display, with dynamic refresh rate. The 4th Generation Hasselblad Camera System for Mobile captures incredible photos & videos, making the OnePlus 12 the perfect everyday companion for capturing your favorite memories. Packed with premium hardware specs & intuitive OxygenOS 14 software, the OnePlus 12 is our most complete smartphone experience. Only when using the 50W AIRVOOC Charger by OnePlus.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Great display and camera
on August 30, 2024
Posted by: nickcal
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is an excellent phone with OxygenOS it’s really a nice clean Android experience. Not a lot of AI in OxygenOS 14 but that’s ok I hear the next OS will add more features. The camera is wonderful it takes very sharp photos. I decided to return the phone because the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold released right after I picked this up and I’ve really wanted to try there new fold but my time with the OnePlus gave me hope for Android and a much better experience than I’ve ever had with Samsung. Great solid phone.
Length of ownership: 7
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
Battery Life
5 out of 5
5
Display Quality
5 out of 5
5
Camera
5 out of 5
5
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The ROG Raikiri Pro PC Controller features a built-in OLED display, tri-mode connectivity, four rear buttons, selectable step triggers, an ESS DAC, plus adjustable joystick sensitivity and response curves. Also, the ROG Raikiri Pro is ideal for PC gaming.
 

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Simplify security at your home or business with this Yale Assure satin nickel touchscreen smart lock. The touchscreen design makes interacting easy, and the option for automatic unlocking when you approach with your phone adds convenience. This Yale Assure satin nickel touchscreen smart lock employs Wi-Fi connectivity for adjusting settings remotely.
 

Does the lock come with the August adapter kit?

August adapter is terrible. It never connects and when it does it only stays connected for a short time. Don't buy any lock that requires an adapter to work.
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The Siri Remote (2nd generation) brings precise control to your Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD.~ Its all-new touch-enabled clickpad lets you click titles, swipe through playlists, and use a circular gesture on the outer ring to find just the scene you're looking for. And with Siri, you can find what you want to watch using just your voice.
 

Will this remote work to replace the Apple Remote A1513?

Yes it will. I have three of them that I use with older Apple TV units. It's essentially a Bluetooth remote.
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