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    May 26, 2019
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Jim Carrey as the Grinch...need I say more?
on December 9, 2020
Posted by: TechSpecialist
Verified Purchase:Yes
Absolutely love Jim Carrey, and this was one of his best roles! Couldn't have picked a better person to play The Grinch. Fantastic adaptation! Steelbook could have been designed a little better, but still a nice edition. Takes nothing away from the film!
Length of ownership: 36
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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You will NOT receive the steelbook pictured!
on December 3, 2020
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Verified Purchase:Yes
I just wanted to state that my 1-star rating has nothing to do with the movie itself, which is great, but everything to do with this particular edition. You will NOT receive the steelbook pictured! Rather, you will get the previously released MetalPak edition, which is basically a steelbook with an ugly hinge that is completely visible and really ruins the anesthetic. Promptly returned because I already made this mistake on eBay and received the metalpak instead. Real letdown on the part of Best Buy.
Length of ownership: 12
Mobile Submission: true
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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It's Gladiator...in 4K!
on July 24, 2020
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Verified Purchase:Yes
One of the best movies ever in stunning 4K! And fantastic steelbook artwork to boot.
Length of ownership: 33
Mobile Submission: true
I would recommend this to a friend!
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It's STAR WARS!
on April 4, 2020
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Verified Purchase:Yes
Always love the Steelbook editions available from Best Buy! This edition was no exception because...it's freaking Star Wars. Great film, great packaging, great ending to the greatest saga ever written! Love Best Buy.
Length of ownership: 7
Mobile Submission: true
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Play songs on a powerful system with this Samsung charcoal black soundbar. A wireless subwoofer provides deep sub-20Hz sounds for a more convincing listening experience, while three special sound modes enhance sounds in different scenarios. Integrated crosstalk cancellation allows this Samsung charcoal black soundbar to separate stereo signals effectively, cleaning up audio intended for headphones.
 
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Great Soundbar for the bedroom!
on May 26, 2019
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from Fresno, CA
Verified Purchase:Yes
I picked up this unit during the Memorial Day sale for under $200, and at that price, I couldn't be happier! I've had my eye on this soundbar for a minute, so once it went on sale, I rushed to scoop it up! This an awesome little setup, perfect for a bedroom. I connected this to my Samsung 55" QLED television, with the subwoofer against the wall next to my bed. The soundbar is a great improvement over the television's built-in speakers, even though those speakers are still pretty good for a flatscreen television. The sub, even at default settings, has a deep rumble that I really enjoy. I can actually feel the vibrations when I'm watching something with plenty of bass! I particularly love the streaming option via Bluetooth; as I'm writing this review, I'm streaming iHeart Radio from my phone to the soundbar, and it sounds AWESOME! I also love the fact that I can stream to the soundbar without needing to turn on the TV. Once a mobile device has been paired, the soundbar will automatically switch to Bluetooth output when it receives a connection request.
Setup was a breeze, especially since I own a Samsung TV, so everything was automatically recognized. I plugged everything in and once I connected the soundbar to the TV (I used HDMI ARC), the TV did the rest. Sound output was automatically switched to the soundbar and immediately began to play. Couldn't have been easier!
I am definitely pleased with this purchase!
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Does the steelbook 20th anniversary addition include a digital copy?

Yes, this edition includes a 4K UHD digital copy.
5 years, 10 months ago
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TechSpecialist
 

ARE ALL THE BLU RAYS REGION FREE?

All 4K UHD discs are region-free.
5 years, 10 months ago
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TechSpecialist
 
Optimize eye comfort with this Dell S Series 32-inch monitor. The QHD resolution coupled with the LED backlighting delivers stunningly vivid colors and deep black levels for immersive viewing. This Dell S Series 32-inch monitor uses ComfortView technology to minimize the effects of harmful blue light on your eyes for extended viewing sessions.
 

From a 2018 Mac Mini, will the image look better using a Thunderbolt 3 to DisplayPort cable? Or is an HDMI cable just fine? I plan to run at the full 2560 x 1440 resolution. Thanks!

I don't believe you can get the max resolution over HDMI. You will need the DisplayPort adapter. I always use DP if available and I have no issues achieving the maximum resolution possible. Not sure how it works for a Mac, as I never use them.
6 years, 8 months ago
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TechSpecialist
 
Optimize eye comfort with this Dell S Series 32-inch monitor. The QHD resolution coupled with the LED backlighting delivers stunningly vivid colors and deep black levels for immersive viewing. This Dell S Series 32-inch monitor uses ComfortView technology to minimize the effects of harmful blue light on your eyes for extended viewing sessions.
 

Could I connect my PS4 to it?

Yes! This monitor has both HDMI and DisplayPort connectors so it should be no problem.
6 years, 8 months ago
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Upgrade your home theater with this high-quality Samsung 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player. Integrated Smart Hub technology connects wirelessly to your home network, allowing you to stream your favorite programs on demand. Equipped with several high-definition outputs and an HDMI port, this Samsung 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player integrates easily into your existing setup.
 

I can’t find Hulu app in this device. I tried everything. In the box clearly says that comes with Hulu but it doesn’t. I see amazon prime and Netflix. But no Hulu. Please advice.

I stumbled across this issue while troubleshooting the Hulu app on my mother's Vizio TV. So it turns out that Hulu is no longer supported on Samsung Blu-ray players (and also many others) from 2017 and earlier. This is due to a major overhaul of the Hulu app that somehow makes it incompatible with these devices. Basically, they are ending legacy support, although the classic app is still available on some devices, but without all the new features, like Live TV. I got this straight from Hulu's support page, which will also show you a list of supported devices.
6 years, 8 months ago
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TechSpecialist
 
Optimize eye comfort with this Dell S Series 32-inch monitor. The QHD resolution coupled with the LED backlighting delivers stunningly vivid colors and deep black levels for immersive viewing. This Dell S Series 32-inch monitor uses ComfortView technology to minimize the effects of harmful blue light on your eyes for extended viewing sessions.
 

Is this a computer with dual monitors

This is only a monitor, not a computer. Whether or not your computer will run a dual monitor setup depends on your particular graphics card. But this monitor would make an excellent addition to a multi-monitor setup.
6 years, 8 months ago
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TechSpecialist
 
Optimize eye comfort with this Dell S Series 32-inch monitor. The QHD resolution coupled with the LED backlighting delivers stunningly vivid colors and deep black levels for immersive viewing. This Dell S Series 32-inch monitor uses ComfortView technology to minimize the effects of harmful blue light on your eyes for extended viewing sessions.
 

Can I connect my pc tower to this?

Yes, you can! This monitor has both HDMI and DispalyPort connectors so as long as your PC has either of these ports, you can connect them.
6 years, 8 months ago
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TechSpecialist
 

Best sound bar for vizio 40" tv

This would make an excellent soundbar for any TV, in my opinion. I, personally, like to match my tech to the same manufacturer, just for the best compatibility. I happen to like Vizio as well. But you can't go wrong with this one!
7 years ago
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TechSpecialist
 
Play songs on a powerful system with this Samsung charcoal black soundbar. A wireless subwoofer provides deep sub-20Hz sounds for a more convincing listening experience, while three special sound modes enhance sounds in different scenarios. Integrated crosstalk cancellation allows this Samsung charcoal black soundbar to separate stereo signals effectively, cleaning up audio intended for headphones.
 

Do this system connect to my Samsung tv Bluetooth without using a cable

Yes, this soundbar will connect to your Samsung television using Bluetooth. I, personally, would recommend a direct connection for your soundbar, as Bluetooth is still susceptible to radiowave interference. You don't want your sound suddenly falling out!
7 years ago
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TechSpecialist
 
Upgrade your movie nights with this 55-inch Samsung television. The QLED screen has a 3840 x 2160 resolution to display every colorful detail, and its wide viewing angle lets you watch it from almost any position. This Samsung television has four HDMI ports to connect multiple gaming consoles or HD devices.
 

what is the refresh rate of this tv 60hz or 120hz?

Whatever number is listed, divide it in half. This is the true "effective" refresh rate. For example, this product lists a refresh rate of 240hz. This equates to a true refresh rate of 120hz, which is the best you can get. Everything else is fluff.
7 years, 3 months ago
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