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    August 3, 2018
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Pack this Panasonic LUMIX DSLM camera in your bag, and take incredible shots of all your trips. The slender, lightweight design allows easy transport for point-and-shoot adventures, and the included 12-60mm lens lets you focus on all the details. This Panasonic LUMIX DSLM camera has 5-axis image stabilization for sharp images.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Excellent entry to transition DSLR to Mirrorless
on September 9, 2022
Posted by: PeteR
Verified Purchase:Yes
Been wanting to make the jump to mirrorless for years but the price of entry was too high. I have Lumix point & shoots, so picked this up as an open box ($70 off) since I'm familiar with the functions and menu
I've been delighted, capturing both pics I otherwise haven't been able to using 4K burst mode as well as shooting both JPG and RAW formats flawlessly (pics attached)
The fully articulating screen is great as well as the 12-60 kit lens
Downsides include continuous AF (searches too much, so better to keep it on single AF), battery life (don't expect a full day of shooting, especially if using video) and shooing in low light
If you have realistic expectations, this is a terrific intro mirrorless camera
Length of ownership: 20
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
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5 out of 5
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5 out of 5
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Store important files, documents, photos and more with this SanDisk Ultra Plus 32GB SDHC card. The C10 video speed supports Full HD video capture, and the 130MB/s read speed offers fast data access. Prevent unwanted content modification by engaging the locking feature. This waterproof, shockproof and temperature-proof SanDisk Ultra Plus 32GB SDHC card protects your data against the elements .
 
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5 out of 5
5
Good buy when on sale
on August 26, 2022
Posted by: PeteR
Verified Purchase:Yes
Picked this up for an old camera (2009) - camera still works and this is the max capacity storage. The cam shoots 1080 vids, so Ultra works best here
Length of ownership: 21
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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The advanced mobile mouse for power users. Harness the power of Logitech Flow and seamlessly move content between three devices. Scroll through documents and web pages faster and easier with the hyper-fast scroll wheel. Powers up for an entire day in just three minutes. A compact, sculpted shape crafted to fit your hand and provide the control you need anywhere.
 
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4 out of 5
4
Worth it if discounted and/or with Best Buy reward
on June 24, 2022
Posted by: PeteR
Verified Purchase:Yes
Pairs nicely with multiple laptops (MBP M1, Dell XPS 13", Dell Ryzen 15"), doesn't need much space, good battery life, and great spin wheel
Length of ownership: 25
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
4 out of 5
4
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It~s just a wall mount~until it saves you space and elevates your soundbar audio. The Best Buy Essentials Rear/Bottom Soundbar Wall Mount for Most 15 lb. Soundbars has a steel construction that delivers a sleek appearance. It attaches to an existing TV mount, so you can comfortably set up your soundbar without drilling additional holes into the wall. Holding up to 15 lbs., this wall mount supports both bottom- and rear-mounted soundbars, granting wide compatibility. And it~s backed by Best Buy, so we~ve provided everything you need for an effortless installation, ensuring your soundbar will be securely attached. Let us help give your living space a modern look with support and materials you can trust.
 
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5 out of 5
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Works perfectly for Samsung Soundbar
on June 10, 2022
Posted by: PeteR
Verified Purchase:Yes
Purchased this to attach a Samsung - HW-S50A 3.0ch Sound bar to a Samsung TV. Very easy to assemble
Length of ownership: 136
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5 out of 5
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Value
5 out of 5
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Ease of Use
5 out of 5
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Your life~s an adventure. To capture and keep its best moments, you need fast, high-capacity storage that accelerates every move. With up to 1050MB/s read and 1000MB/s write speeds, store your content and creations on a fast drive that fits seamlessly into your active lifestyle. Up to three-meter drop protection, with IP65 water and dust resistance, a carabiner loop for securing the drive, and a 5-year limited warranty give you the peace of mind to take it with you on travels near and far. From a brand trusted by professional photographers, the SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD provides fast solid state performance in a tough, reliable storage solution.
 
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Good choice when on sale
on June 10, 2022
Posted by: PeteR
Verified Purchase:Yes
Purchased for backup and additional storage for a M1 13" MBP - performs admirably
Length of ownership: 44
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
5
Quality
5 out of 5
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4 out of 5
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Built to last, Samsung's PRO Plus offers extreme performance in a variety of capacities, with robust reliability making this SD card the ideal choice for photographers and other digital media professionals. Use it across your work devices, and continue relying on the #1 brand name in flash memory~. ~Source: 2003-Q3 2020 IHS Market data: NAND suppliers' revenue market share.
 
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Good purchase when on sale
on March 11, 2022
Posted by: PeteR
Verified Purchase:Yes
Picked this up for $35 as portable storage for a Mac Mini. Prefer a true SD instead of a micro SD with adapter for reliability and speed
Length of ownership: 24
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5 out of 5
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Value
5 out of 5
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Ease of Use
5 out of 5
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Connect easily and wirelessly to optional Samsung speakers for room-filling sound.
 
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Works with HW-S50A Sound bar
on March 4, 2022
Posted by: PeteR
Verified Purchase:Yes
Purchased this as an open-box to go with a Samsung soundbar. Setup was easy and adds more to the sound field.
Length of ownership: 31
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5 out of 5
5
Value
4 out of 5
4
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
5
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Connect this Logitech mechanical gaming keyboard to your desktop computer, and keep up with the action of your PC games. Backlit keys let you battle it out even during late-night gaming sessions, and Romer-G switches ensure fast responses at the stroke of the key. This Logitech mechanical gaming keyboard is programmable to easily meld with your gameplay.
 
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4 out of 5
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Shocking (literally)
on February 11, 2022
Posted by: PeteR
Verified Purchase:Yes
tl;dr - seems to be a static shock threat in low humidity locations
Purchased this as a gift for office friends. Initially, it was well-liked (great keystroke feel, unobtrusive backlighting) but it also was a source of static shocks. The office doesn't have a humidifier and it quite dry during the winter time. The G413 was replaced with the previous plastic membrane keyboard and all was well. May try again when there's more humidity in the air
Length of ownership: 10
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
5
Quality
4 out of 5
4
Value
5 out of 5
5
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Extend high-performance WiFi across your home to remove dead spots and WiFi drop zones with RE605X Wi-Fi 6 range extender. High-gain antennas extend your routers~ WiFi signal so you can enjoy smoother and more reliable streaming, gaming, downloading, and more with dual-band WiFi speeds up to 1.8 Gbps (1201 Mbps on 5 GHz band and 574 Mbps on 2.4 GHz band). Pair RE605X with a TP-Link OneMesh compatible router to create a network that only needs one name and password. Easily set up and manage RE605X with TP-Link Tether app (Android, iOS). Plus, the intelligent signal indicator will help you find the best placement for your range extender.
 
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Great upgrade even if you don't have Wi-Fi 6
on January 28, 2022
Posted by: PeteR
Verified Purchase:Yes
Purchased this to create a OneMesh network with a TP-Link WiFi 6 Router AX1800 Smart WiFi Router (Archer AX21) and it worked flawlessly - from setup to deployment. In daily use, I noticed an increase in speed with less drops and buffering. Highly recommended if your using TP-Link hardware
Length of ownership: 30
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5 out of 5
5
Quality
5 out of 5
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Value
4 out of 5
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Take your viewing to the next level with this 32-inch TCL LED television. Full 1080p resolution with a 60Hz refresh rate captures every detail in a scene with minimal blur, and Roku is integrated so you can stream your favorite content. This TCL LED television has three HDMI ports to connect to multiple HD devices.
 
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Perfect size for use in small class situation
on January 21, 2022
Posted by: PeteR
Verified Purchase:Yes
Very light (less than ten pounds), so can be mounted to a medium-duty cart and rolled around easily and a breeze to transport in a vehicle. Can easily connect a flash drive to a USB-2 port to watch vids and listen to music through the Roku Media Player. Very easy to navigate menus and plenty of streaming apps available - highly recommended
Length of ownership: 25
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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5 out of 5
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5 out of 5
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Brightness
5 out of 5
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Enjoy a multi-colored wave of light every time you play with this LED-equipped CORSAIR K95 RGB gaming keyboard. Program the unit's 18 G-keys with up to 108 macros to traverse your gaming universe quickly and efficiently. Equipped with mechanical key switches, this CORSAIR K95 RGB gaming keyboard makes a reliable, user-friendly addition to your gaming setup.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
Solid keyboard to get when on sale
By PeteR
summary - d*mmit Jim, I'm a typist, not a gamer
Picked up this highly rated keyboard (multiple websites) for $130 because I was curious what a top-of-the-line mechanical keyboard was like. I have a reverse learning curve (Microsoft ergo keyboard 4000 are my go-to) and other than constantly hitting the Cap Locks key when I want to Tab, this has been a terrific purchase.
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SW burbs of Chicago
Follow-up: quick silver (switches)
August 31, 2020
If you feel the need for speed, this keyboard is for you as the silver switches live up to their name (speed) as they are currently the fastest. Great for gaming but for takes a bit of getting used to for typing. I type faster but also make more errors as it's a bit unforgiving. Still happy with the purchase and am slowly getting better
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A new standard of comfort and precision. Logitech's most advanced trackball for trackball enthusiasts and consumers searching for alternatives to mice and touchpads. Delivers 20% less muscular strain compared to a regular mouse. MX ERGO PLUS features a unique adjustable hinge and extra 10~ wedge for customized comfort and the latest tracking, scrolling and power management technology. Logitech FLOW enables effortless multi-computer control.
 
Overall5 out of 55 out of 5
Upgrade from M570 Trackball
By PeteR
tl;dr - consider buying if, 1) you're familiar w/using a trackball, 2) you want a trackball that controls two computers, 3) you want an 20º angle (or 30º with the base that comes Best Buy version), and/or 4) precision mode is desired. If not, the M570 is a better value.
I've used trackballs since corded Trackman Wheel (early 2000s), then upgraded to wireless M570 five years ago. Decided to try the Ergo because I had some Best Buy points and $10 off Best Buy birthday credit.
I like that the Ergo can control two computers. I'm neutral on the different angles, and haven't really used the precision control
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SW burbs of Chicago
Trackballs are interchangeable
September 19, 2020
The blood red one from my Trackman Wheel fits perfectly in the Ergo. Also, Papermate Stick pens are the right size to pop out the ball if you want to clean the sensors
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Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) dual-band extendable router boosts speeds up to 3600 Mbps, with 4096-QAM increasing a single frequency band~s transmission speed by 1.2 times
 
Overall1 out of 51 out of 5
Good except…:
By 1Buk
Had potential to be very good. Solidly built, good response to controls. However, no direct method to program it into AiMesh system. This is a huge negative for me.
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PeteR
SW burbs of Chicago
Worked with my AiMesh using Zen XD5 nodes
July 18, 2025
Had to reset them a few times as they were paired to a prior Asus router but they're up and running
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Get a better mobile viewing experience with this unlocked Google Pixel 3a smartphone. The 5.6-inch FHD+ touch display delivers sharp high-contrast images, and the built-in stereo speakers produce loud, accurate audio. This Google Pixel 3a smartphone connects to wireless headphones via Bluetooth and has an adaptive battery that offers hours of viewing per charge.
 

If I buy this unlocked phone with Sprint activation, when will I be able to cancel the Sprint plan and use my SIM?

Depends, Daniel. If you activate the phone with Sprint, you can either use the sim you have or get a new one. Either way, you'll have a plan (your current one or a new one when activated with a new SIM)
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Get a better mobile viewing experience with this unlocked Google Pixel 3a smartphone. The 5.6-inch FHD+ touch display delivers sharp high-contrast images, and the built-in stereo speakers produce loud, accurate audio. This Google Pixel 3a smartphone connects to wireless headphones via Bluetooth and has an adaptive battery that offers hours of viewing per charge.
 

No Micro SD slot on Google Pixle???

Nope, so 64GB is all the storage available
6 years, 8 months ago
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Enjoy cinematic experiences in the comfort of your home with this VIZIO soundbar. Two upward-firing speakers deliver dedicated overhead sound for outstanding audio performance, while the wireless slim subwoofer adds deep bass for a more immersive experience. This VIZIO soundbar features height volume control to help you achieve audio clarity that complements different content types and a variety of room sizes.
 

I bought this 3.1 system for my small apartment. Now I am moving to a house. Is it possible to add rear speakers to this system? Thanks.

No. The 5.1 system has wired surround speakers from the subwoofer while the 3.1 does not have those hookups
6 years, 11 months ago
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Enjoy cinematic experiences in the comfort of your home with this VIZIO soundbar. Two upward-firing speakers deliver dedicated overhead sound for outstanding audio performance, while the wireless slim subwoofer adds deep bass for a more immersive experience. This VIZIO soundbar features height volume control to help you achieve audio clarity that complements different content types and a variety of room sizes.
 

Can I use this with my bluetooth headphones to listen to my tv at night?

No. It receives BT signals but does not broadcast.
6 years, 11 months ago
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Stream web content and television shows seamlessly with this TCL Roku TV. This 43-inch television delivers 4K UHD for an immersive, lifelike experience, while the 120Hz Clear Motion Index keeps up with high-action movies and video games. With three HDMI inputs, this TCL Roku television is ready for incorporation with home theater setups.
 

When I turn off the tv /cable box with the remote and turn it back on the tv goes to a red screen with a small box showing cable channel live then I have to hit the OK button on the TCL remote to go to a full screen every time I turn it off.

Frankie, in <Settings>, go to <System>, then <Power>, then <Power on>, then select which device you want to power up when turning on the TV. Then, when you hit the power button on the Roku remote, you will either turn on both or turn off both.
7 years, 7 months ago
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Stream web content and television shows seamlessly with this TCL Roku TV. This 43-inch television delivers 4K UHD for an immersive, lifelike experience, while the 120Hz Clear Motion Index keeps up with high-action movies and video games. With three HDMI inputs, this TCL Roku television is ready for incorporation with home theater setups.
 

Can you use the headphone jack to plug the TV into a stereo receiver? Audio quality OK? Any noise issues? Thanks!

Jimmy, I suppose you could do this (mini-plug in, RCA red & white outputs) but you'd only get stereo sound, no 5.1 channel Dolby. Better audio if you go with SPDIF Digital Audio Optical, best audio if you go with HDMI
7 years, 7 months ago
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Verizon Prepaid $30 Refill Card allows you to pay for all your Verizon Prepaid services.
 

How many talk text minutes on a 30 card

Depends on the service you've selected - this is only an amount, so if would be different if you had a $30/mo, $40/mo, or $50/mo plan
7 years, 9 months ago
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Breville the 'A Bit More 4-Slice Long-Slot Toaster: Easily prepare toast, waffles or bagels with this toaster, which features a variable browning control for simple shade selection. Keep your countertop neat, thanks to concealed cord storage.
 

Watts

1800
7 years, 11 months ago
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Easily add funds to your account for PlayStation Network (PSN) to use towards anything from PlayStation Store~s (PS Store) huge library of content, including: PlayStation Plus (PS Plus) subscription* with online multiplayer access, games every month, exclusive discounts and more. Games, Virtual currency and add-ons, and more.
 

But this article is digital? Do you send me the code by mail?

If you purchase a digital card, you will be send the code by email
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