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This release contains the entire run of the sitcom Welcome Back, Kotter starring Gabe Kaplan as a schoolteacher who returns to the high school he graduated from in order to teach the next generation of juvenile delinquents. The show launched John Travolta's career.
 
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Great show!
on July 25, 2020
Posted by: TexasJoe
Verified Purchase:Yes
We're watching this series that we haven't seen since the 1970s and enjoying it a great deal. We're just about done watching season one, so still many laughs to go in seasons two and three.
Length of ownership: 149
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Enjoy immersive audiovisual entertainment with this 32-inch Toshiba LED TV. The 60Hz refresh rate delivers fluid transitions, while the USB and two HDMI inputs connect to external sources. This Toshiba LED TV features two 6W speakers for high-quality audio delivery, and the wide 178-degree viewing ensures comfortable watching from multiple sitting positions.
 
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Good deal, good for games
on July 25, 2020
Posted by: TexasJoe
Verified Purchase:Yes
Bought this as a present for my son to use with his game console. It works great, and he's happy with it.
Plus it was delivered 2 days sooner than it was expected, so that was an extra bonus.
Length of ownership: 15
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Organize needed peripherals with this Belkin Thunderbolt 3 DOCK MINI. The two HDMI ports support 4K monitors, while the two USB ports let you link a mouse, keyboard and other devices. Connect to a router for high-speed Internet using the Ethernet port. This Belkin Thunderbolt 3 DOCK MINI works with Windows and Mac devices for increased compatibility, and the thin aluminum body is both durable and portable.
 
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Great for 2 monitors, network port died
on July 14, 2020
Posted by: TexasJoe
Verified Purchase:Yes
This was working fantastic for about 2.5 months! I still have no problem with it driving two monitors, but the RJ-45 network port stopped working.
Length of ownership: 77
Mobile Submission: false
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Upgrade your computer with this Toshiba X300 Performance internal hard drive. The large 12TB capacity provides ample storage for games and HD media content, while the Ramp loading technology and built-in shock sensors help protect your content. This Toshiba X300 Performance internal hard drive uses a 7200 rpm drive with a large cache to minimize buffering for a responsive gaming experience.
 
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Solid hard drive that I use with Plex
on May 3, 2020
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Verified Purchase:Yes
I recently had a 4 TB hard drive die on my Plex system so I was looking for a replacement drive. This Tocshiba 12 TB was pricey, but Best Buy price matched Amazon's price for the same drive, and that made it a much better deal. I've had the drive for almost 3 months now and I'm very satisfied with it.
Length of ownership: 84
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
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MX Master 3 is instant precision and infinite potential. Designed for designers and engineered for coders, it~s our most advanced Master Series mouse yet. App-specific button customizations speed up your workflow in the apps you use most and the electromagnetic MagSpeed wheel enables fast noiseless scrolling. Your hand rests perfectly on the sculpted form and allows you to work comfortably for hours across multiple computers and operating systems in one fluid workflow. Ready for video calls - predefined settings for Microsoft Teams and Zoom let you instantly mute and Start/Stop your video call. With MX Master 3, you can truly master what you make.
 
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Great mouse!
on May 3, 2020
Posted by: TexasJoe
Verified Purchase:Yes
I've used the Logitech MX Master 2 mouse and the MX Master 2S mouse. This is very simlar, no major changes that I can tell. I have it connected to two different computers, and so far it's working really well. I like it.
Length of ownership: 26
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy crisp, powerful sound and a secure fit while swimming with these black diamond AfterShockz Xtrainerz open-ear headphones. Bone conduction technology delivers sound through your cheekbones, letting you hear ambient sounds. These AfterShockz Xtrainerz open-ear headphones have a rechargeable LiIon battery that offers up to 8 hours of playing time when fully charged, and Bluetooth technology allows wireless pairing with mobile devices, offering freedom of movement.
 
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Great MP3 player!
on May 3, 2020
Posted by: TexasJoe
Verified Purchase:Yes
I've been looking at similar bone conduction headphones for months, but I hate having to connect to my phone to play music while I run so I've been looking at MP3 players too. Then I saw this set of headphones that has the MP3 player built in. Perfect! It's way light, doesn't bother me when I run, and the sound is pretty darn good. I've only run wearing this twice so far, but so far I haven't had any issues. I wish it were a little less expensive, but if it lasts it'll be worth it.
Length of ownership: 5
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Samsung Notebook 9 Pro Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Delight in convenient connectivity and entertainment with this Samsung Notebook 9 Pro. An Intel Core i7 processor and a 16GB RAM facilitate seamless running of programs, while a 13.3-inch FHD display with touchscreen panel simplifies operations. This Samsung Notebook 9 Pro comes with a 512GB hard drive for data storage and a backlit keyboard for easy operation in the dark.
 
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Light laptop with solid performance
on May 3, 2020
Posted by: TexasJoe
Verified Purchase:Yes
I was already looking at this as a possible replacement for my 4-year-old laptop. When it went on sale for $300 off it was a no-brainer. I'm very happy for the 16 GB of RAM, but I do wish it would have had a 1 TB SSD instead of the 512 GB SSD. Still, for the price, that's okay. I've only had this laptop for about a month, but I'm very happy with it so far.
Length of ownership: 26
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Learn to play a classic folk instrument with this Hal Leonard Play Today ukulele kit. The four-string, 12-fret instrument provides reliable tones, while the beginner method book teaches you the basics step by step. This Hal Leonard Play Today ukulele kit comes with a 99-track CD so you can compare your playing to a professional recording.
 
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Enjoying this ukulele
on April 17, 2020
Posted by: TexasJoe
Verified Purchase:Yes
This was an impulse purchase when Best Buy had it on sale. When I saw it I thought it would be great for my 5-year-old granddaughter. I wouldn't say it's her favorite toy, but she does come back to it over and over. We haven't tried to play it very seriously yet, but it's on my list for us to learn together. Money well spent.
Length of ownership: 34
Mobile Submission: false
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Track your heart rate and exercise with this Garmin GPS watch. It has activity profiles installed to help you plan workouts, and it's water-resistant up to 100m for swimming. This Garmin GPS watch has a battery life of 14 days in smart watch mode so you can wait longer between charges.
 
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Excellent running and biking GPS watch
on December 24, 2019
Posted by: TexasJoe
Verified Purchase:Yes
I've used a lot of GPS watches over the last 15 or so years, including 3 Timex watches, a Motorola, and most recently 2 TomToms. I loved them all, but each company moved away from the GPS watch line leaving me to find a different brand when it came time to get a replacement. Yet somehow I never had a Garmin until now.
The biggest problem I think I've had with Garmin in recent years is that their line is too big. It was just too hard for me to figure out which watch was the right watch for me. Frankly, I was just about to bite the bullet and buy the expensive Fenix when this Instinct went on sale and I thought "Okay, I'll try it."
I've had it almost 6 weeks now, and I like it! Durable, seems accurate enough, rugged. I've worn it along with my TomTom (opposite wrists) to check accuracy. Sometimes they're very, very close, but for my longer rides and runs they do vary a bit. Not enough that I'm concerned, though. I usually don't care too much if I've ridden 28.32 or 28.37 miles, and I don't know which one is off (or both!?). Close enough for me.
The watch is comfortable. It's a little bigger than my TomTom, and it took me a few days to get used to the size, but otherwise no issues. I wear it when I ride, run, rest, sleep, shower. So far, so good!
And the battery lasts a long time! I haven't run out of juice yet. I try to remember to top off by charging at least twice a week, but I've gone at least 5 days without charging a couple of times and haven't run it dry. I don't know how long it'll go, and I'm not looking to find out. Again, so far, so good!
I may still check out the cool Fenix line for the maps, but for day-to-day activities I'm very happy with the Instinct, especially having gotten it on sale.
Length of ownership: 39
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Ease of Use
5 out of 5
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This dual-monitor USB 3.0 mini docking station features two USB 3.0 Type-A ports for connecting extra peripherals, an HDMI & VGA output port, providing up to 2048 x 1152 resolutions, as well as an integrated RJ45 Ether port for a reliable wired network connection.
 
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Perfect for adding second monitor!
on December 11, 2019
Posted by: TexasJoe
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have a 2016 laptop with three USB 3.0 ports and one HDMI port. I use the HDMI port for a 32-inch monitor, but I have a second 32-inch monitor that I couldn't connect -- until now.
I'm using all three USB ports on the laptop, but I temporarily unplugged one USB device to plug the mini dock in, and then I plugged the third USB device into the mini dock USB port. The device works!
Then I plugged my second monitor into the mini dock HDMI port. Video came right up, does not seem sluggish or anything, and I didn't even have to do anything to set it up or configure it. It just worked. So now I have both 32-inch monitors working on my laptop. Perfect!
Length of ownership: 2
Mobile Submission: false
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enhance the performance of your desktop computer with this Intel Core i5-10400 six-core processor. The 2.9GHz base speed provides fast clocking, while the 12MB cache queues instructions quickly, increasing overall task execution. This Intel Core i5-10400 six-core processor features Intel Thermal Velocity Boost technology, which helps keep components at ideal operating temperatures.
 

Is thermal paste required to connect the included cooling system to the CPU, or is the cooler already attached out of the box?

The cooler is not already attached, but thermal paste is already applied. Be careful to not make a mess with it.
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Track your heart rate and exercise with this Garmin GPS watch. It has activity profiles installed to help you plan workouts, and it's water-resistant up to 100m for swimming. This Garmin GPS watch has a battery life of 14 days in smart watch mode so you can wait longer between charges.
 

Does it track biking?

Yes, I use it for biking. I don't need it to do anything fancy, I just want to track my distance, and the BIKE setting does that fine. Even if it didn't have a BIKE setting, I think the RUN setting would do the same thing.
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This dual-monitor USB 3.0 mini docking station features two USB 3.0 Type-A ports for connecting extra peripherals, an HDMI & VGA output port, providing up to 2048 x 1152 resolutions, as well as an integrated RJ45 Ether port for a reliable wired network connection.
 

How do you connect dual monitors to this docking station?

For me it was easy. My laptop has one HDMI port, so one monitor plugs into that. Then I plugged this mini dock into my laptop USB 3.0 port, and plugged my second monitor into the mini port HDMI port. No set up or configuration was needed. It just worked. No sluggishness, no slow-down, no disadvantages that I've noticed so far. Perfect for adding a second monitor!
6 years, 6 months ago
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Take to the water or the trails without worry of wear with this Walkman wearable MP3 player. Because it's waterproof to 2 meters, this compact player is perfect for swimmers and even resists saltwater. This Walkman wearable MP3 player is sealed to keep out the dust of the hike and boasts 12 hours of battery life for extreme sporting.
 

could it be return and get your money back if it was not what you were looking for?

I'm just a customer, but in my experience Best Buy has a great return policy. But pay attention to how long you have to return it. I think they generally allow returns for 14 days, though higher tier Best Buy members get longer.
6 years, 9 months ago
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Take to the water or the trails without worry of wear with this Walkman wearable MP3 player. Because it's waterproof to 2 meters, this compact player is perfect for swimmers and even resists saltwater. This Walkman wearable MP3 player is sealed to keep out the dust of the hike and boasts 12 hours of battery life for extreme sporting.
 

Will this work for listening to audio books?

If the audio books are MP3 files then it should work fine.
6 years, 9 months ago
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Protect computers and other delicate electronic equipment from power surges and data loss with this APC Back-UPS uninterrupted power supply. It provides surge protection as well as battery backup so that nothing is damaged or lost during a thunderstorm. This APC Back-UPS uninterrupted power supply also includes a USB port for charging phones and other devices.
 

My APC 650 came with a usb cable. Does it need to stay pugged into my PC monitor at all times?

No, you don't have to use the USB cable at all unless that feature is of use to you.
6 years, 10 months ago
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Protect computers and other delicate electronic equipment from power surges and data loss with this APC Back-UPS uninterrupted power supply. It provides surge protection as well as battery backup so that nothing is damaged or lost during a thunderstorm. This APC Back-UPS uninterrupted power supply also includes a USB port for charging phones and other devices.
 

Does this model have a user replaceable battery?

Yes, the battery is accessible and easy to remove. I've not looked at how much it costs or where it's sold, but it is user replaceable.
6 years, 10 months ago
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Protect computers and other delicate electronic equipment from power surges and data loss with this APC Back-UPS uninterrupted power supply. It provides surge protection as well as battery backup so that nothing is damaged or lost during a thunderstorm. This APC Back-UPS uninterrupted power supply also includes a USB port for charging phones and other devices.
 

Run time is 2 mins? what is the point?

Run time depends on what you have plugged into it. I have a few small devices that don't use a whole lot of electricity plugged in and it definitely lasts more than 2 minutes.

However, for me, 2 minutes was exactly what I was hoping for because we have frequent power outages that last a minute or two. I just didn't want to have to reset my DVD clock or have the cable modem and wifi router spend 5 minutes rebooting every time we have a one-minute outage. Works great, and I've had outages over 5 minutes and the UPS covered that no problem. That's better than I expected, so I bought two more (on sale) to cover other devices that I don't want to lose power abruptly during a short outage.
6 years, 10 months ago
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Easily navigate features on your compatible PC or Mac with this Logitech MX Master 910-004337 mouse, which features Bluetooth technology for wireless connectivity and Darkfield laser tracking for precise operation.
 

Can the mouse be used with a Logitech Unifying Receiver?

Can the mouse be used with a Logitech Unifying Receiver? Or is Bluetooth the only way to connect the mouse aside from the USB cable? Also, can the battery be replaced?
Yes, it works with the Logitech USB Unifying Receiver. I have USB Unifying Receivers on two computers and the mouse connects to both of them without any problems. I love Logitech's Unifying Receiver technology.

The battery is built in and I see no way to replace it. However, I've had two of these mice, and the oldest one is several years old. I've never had a problem with the battery.
6 years, 10 months ago
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Easily navigate features on your compatible PC or Mac with this Logitech MX Master 910-004337 mouse, which features Bluetooth technology for wireless connectivity and Darkfield laser tracking for precise operation.
 

Can you hear the high pitch noise that Logitech's Performance MX mouse makes?

No, I do not hear any noise from the mouse.
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