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- First reviewNovember 27, 2019
- Last reviewSeptember 29, 2022
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![Whisper of the Heart [Blu-ray] [1995]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/a5000508-60ff-405b-a569-19499cd11b51.jpg)
Customer Rating
5
My Favorite!
on May 20, 2020
Posted by: MeKiwi
Verified Purchase:Yes
Whisper of the Heart has been my favorite Ghibli/Miyazaki movie since it was released back in 1995. I saw it first as a fansub and bought every version released since then and this Bluray version is a nice addition to my collection. There is not much difference from the 2009 Bluray release -- new case artwork, but same voice cast. The video transfer is clean and clear and a pleasure to watch, and the score is faithfully captured and reproduced on the Bluray medium. As for the vocals... let me start by saying that I ALWAYS prefer to watch Anime in the original Japanese with subtitles. That being said, I found the English dubs on this version to be surprisingly good! Usually I find English dubs cringe-worthy and awkward to the point where the immersion is constantly broken, but here the English voice cast (mostly) does a good job. I found Harold Gould to be absolutely SUPERB as Seiji's grandfather, and Cary Elwes did a similarly splendid job as the Baron. I was also quite pleased by Jean Smart as Shizuku's mom. The performances by Ashley Tisdale and Martin Spanjers as the friends of Shizuku were more than adequate, though I found Courtney Thorne-Smith's portrayal of Shizuku's sister to be hit-and-miss. My biggest disappointment was with the voices for the two leading characters, Shizuku and Seiji (Brittany Snow and David Gallagher). While their performances are far from bad, I didn't feel as connected to the characters as I would like and it felt as if something was just "off". There were definitely good times where it felt right and natural, but overall Id say theirs was the weakest link (perhaps because such a large portion of the dialog does belong to them, though?) Overall, a very pleasant experience in English and an absolutely stellar one in Japanese -- I love this movie!!
Length of ownership: 848
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![The Lord of the Rings: The Motion Picture Trilogy [Extended Edition] [15 Discs] [Blu-ray]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/304b2327-370a-41e7-956a-951dd4939472.png)
Customer Rating
5
A Great Set for LOTR Fans!
on May 20, 2020
Posted by: MeKiwi
Verified Purchase:Yes
I found this to be a great box set for fans of Peter Jackson's vision of the Lord of the Rings - the bluray transfer looks good and it contains the extended editions of all three movies as well as a ton of extra features. I do wish the theatrical versions were included as well so that my "collection" would be complete, but as it stands I am very pleased with this set. I also found the audio to be loud and clear enough, though I don't have a high-end 7.1 setup or anything like that so I can't appreciate the full aural experience. At the price I paid for this (on sale) I am more than pleased!
Length of ownership: 172
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Download the latest Android apps with this unlocked Motorola Moto G6 smartphone. It has a 5.7-inch edge-to-edge Full HD+ display with scratch-resistant glass, and its dual rear cameras produce brilliant images. This 64GB Motorola Moto G6 smartphone has a built-in FM radio app for convenient access to your favorite stations.
Customer Rating
5
A perfect phone for my mom!
on November 27, 2019
Posted by: MeKiwi
Verified Purchase:Yes
Bought this phone for my retired mother mostly based on the budget price, but it has turned out to be a fantastic phone for her! Having vanilla Android is particularly nice since she came from a Nexus phone so no weird Samsung GUI to get used to. For a budget, unlocked phone it is quite snappy and the screen is big and beautiful -- sure, it's not OLED but it's still vibrant and colorful. For what she uses it for, it's perfect... and it fits our budget. The 64GB is honestly overkill, but at this price, why not!
Length of ownership: 290
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I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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Keep your Motorola G6 safe with this Incipio NGP case. The Flex2O polymer material is resistant to stretching and tearing to withstand damage from everyday use, and it absorbs shock to protect against drops of up to 3 feet. This Incipio NGP case has a translucent design to show off your phone.
Customer Rating
5
A great case
on November 27, 2019
Posted by: MeKiwi
Verified Purchase:Yes
Bought this at the same time as my Moto G6 and it fits great. I like that it's clear so that I can see the design of my G6. Also, it handles small drops pretty well as the phone still looks and works like new! Plenty of room for charging cable, overall happy with my purchase.
Length of ownership: 290
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I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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Keep your Motorola Moto G6's display looking like new with this Incipio screen protector. It doesn't compromise the feel or functionality of your phone's touch screen. This Incipio screen protector has a built-in scratch guard, anti-fingerprint coating and static-free finish to keep it looking clean and smudge-free when you're scrolling and swiping.
Customer Rating
3
Good protection but only decent longevity
on November 27, 2019
Posted by: MeKiwi
Verified Purchase:Yes
I purchased this screen protector at the same time as my Moto G6. First of all, kudos to the BestBuy associate who applied the protector to the phone for me in store -- the application was great and bubble-free! As for the protector itself, it is the thin-film type protector so it definitely feels different than the glass screen with a little more resistance when swiping; it's not quite as smooth as glass, though it's quite a bit better than the old, cheap plastic films used to be. Sensitivity is a non-issue and all taps/swipes/etc register as if the protector isn't there. It also does a good job of protecting against scratches and while it doesn't advertise as self-healing, some minor scratches/scuffs did seem to disappear after a few weeks of use. My biggest complaint with this protector, however, is that it started peeling off my phone after just 9 months, despite being in a raised-lip case that protected the edges from anything that might have pulled them up or loosened them. I am happy with the protection and functionality provided by this but am disappointed by the longevity, so overall I can only give it 3 stars.
Length of ownership: 290
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Quality
3
Value
3
Ease of Use
4
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4
Fun movie for SciFi fans, great effects
on November 27, 2019
Posted by: MeKiwi
Verified Purchase:Yes
This was one of two 4K BluRays I bought to try out my new 4K TV, the other being Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle. While I enjoyed the actual story/plot of Jumanji more, I have to say that the 4K of Valerian definitely showed off the features of my new TV better! The special effects here look GREAT in 4K, even when seated just a few feet in front of the TV. The sound on the 4K disc is comparable to the sound on the BluRay, at least for my fairly old receiver, but it still sounds great. Apart from the technical aspects of the 4K transfer, as a SciFi fan I enjoyed this movie and found it entertaining, but my wife was less impressed (not a sci fi fan). The plot and characters are not particularly deep or intimately crafted, but if you just take it at face value I think it's a fun ride. But it bears repeating that I definitely enjoy the 4K aspects of this release, and that may bias me somewhat. :)
Length of ownership: 369
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![Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle - 4K Blu-Ray [Standard] [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/feb43f14-6700-46b1-9373-9b5880b871a7.jpg)
While serving detention, four teens discover a 16-bit video game called Jumanji in their school's basement. Transported inside the game's jungle world, the kids are each assigned an avatar-a muscle-bound explorer (Dwayne Johnson), a pudgy cartographer (Jack Black), a diminutive zoologist (Kevin Hart), and a beautiful martial artist (Karen Gillan)-and must survive a series of dangerous adventures in order to get back to the real world. Exciting follow-up to the 1995 hit also stars Nick Jonas, Bobby Cannavale. 119 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack English. Two-disc set.
Customer Rating
5
Loads of fun, and in 4k!
on November 27, 2019
Posted by: MeKiwi
Verified Purchase:Yes
I thoroughly enjoyed Jumani: Welcome to the Jungle when I saw it in theaters, so having recently purchased my first 4K TV I was excited to get it on 4K UHD when it came out. Overall I would say that the transfer is great: the 4K looks lovely (of course) and the movie is still just as fun as ever. When watching with the family from 8-10ft away, I honestly can't tell any difference between the 4K and regular BluRay copies (both included), but when I pull up my chair for solo viewing at about 5 ft away, I definitely think the 4K version is sharper and more enjoyable. Very happy with my purchase!
Length of ownership: 369
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5
Great movie, great bluray transfer
on November 27, 2019
Posted by: MeKiwi
Verified Purchase:Yes
As a lifelong Star Trek fan, Galaxy Quest is one of my favorite movies. It's parody of the genre is hilariously entertaining, and all of the actors are fun to watch -- especially my favorite, Alan Rickman! I had the DVD of Galaxy Quest and was happy with it, but I've found the overall experience of the BluRay to be much better than the DVD. The video transfer is pretty darn good: the higher resolution of the BluRay is quite apparent compared to my DVD version, while the BluRay's colors look best in the space scenes with somewhat more muted (but accurate) colors indoors. Note that this is more a reflection of the set design than the actual BluRay transfer, though, as the interior of the ship uses a lot of neutral colors. The colorful uniforms (and aliens) look amazing, though! The score and sound on this disc is also a treat; the Dolby 5.1 sounds great and better than a lot of my BluRay movies. If you're a fan of Galaxy Quest, definitely pick this up! Still one of my most favorite movies, and beautifully upgraded to BluRay: Win-Win!
Length of ownership: 463
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Enjoy a delicious hot beverage with these K-Cup~ Pods that are designed for use with Keurig single-serve beverage machines and feature an apple cider flavor for a tasty treat.
Customer Rating
5
Delicious and easy!
on November 27, 2019
Posted by: MeKiwi
Verified Purchase:Yes
Bought these for my daughter who enjoyed them very much during the cold winter months. The cider is delicious and the K-cup design made it super easy, of course. I honestly can't say the cider itself is any better than what you'd get out of the typical dry packets which are usually cheaper, but since I got these on sale it was a no brainer!
Length of ownership: 1037
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I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Ease of Use
5
Value
3
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Insignia~ NS-32D311NA17 LED HDTV:Enjoy high-quality television viewing with this Insignia 32-inch HDTV. The compact size makes this screen easy to integrate into a variety of rooms, including a kitchen or bedroom, for viewing your favorite programs. Boost your program options by adding a streaming stick or other device (not included) to this Insignia 32-inch HDTV.
Customer Rating
4
An excellent budget TV, great for general use
on November 27, 2019
Posted by: MeKiwi
Verified Purchase:Yes
I purchased this TV a couple of years ago for my retired mother to replace an expensive Samsung that had died. For her general use (VCR/DVD, over-the-air TV) it was an absolutely fabulous deal. The available ports are more than what she needs (she doesn't even use the HDMI), and the legacy ports are great for hooking up her old VCR. Sure, there's no streaming or SmartTV features, but she doesn't use those anyway. 720p may not be as sharp as 1080p/4k, but considering VCRs are 240p and DVDs are 480p, this TV's 720p is more than enough resolution for what she watches. TV is still going strong almost 3 years later and we're both happy with it!
Length of ownership: 1037
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
4
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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Does this blue ray collection also work in a DVD player? The description mentions dvd but I want to make sure as I do not have a blue ray player. Thanks!
Keep your Motorola Moto G6's display looking like new with this Incipio screen protector. It doesn't compromise the feel or functionality of your phone's touch screen. This Incipio screen protector has a built-in scratch guard, anti-fingerprint coating and static-free finish to keep it looking clean and smudge-free when you're scrolling and swiping.