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    October 13, 2023
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    May 6, 2024
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ReadyForWinter's Reviews
 
This Advanced Series HDTV features a 20,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and 450 cd/m~ brightness, so you can enjoy brilliant, detailed images when watching your favorite TV shows or sporting events. The built-in Blu-ray Disc player allows you to enjoy your favorite movies without the need to connect separate components.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Great TV to get all FREE programing!
on May 6, 2024
Posted by: ReadyForWinter
It is 2024 and I just purchased my Insignia 32" LCD TV/Blu-ray DVD Combo, 180p from a friend who has had it safely stored in all original packaging for over 10 years. Like a time capsule. I purchased a sound bar, a free broadcast antenna and a fire stick to add to it. Now I connect thru xfinity wifi-now ($10/mo any 2 devices) and have all the TV, streaming & DVD entertainment. And the best thing is it has a real "old school" look. Thanks Best Buy for a great product!
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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
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You're excited to buy a home audio product ~ now, make sure to protect it. Geek Squad~ Protection enhances your manufacturer warranty and gives you extended coverage when the warranty ends. Geek Squad Protection often covers important repairs that your manufacturer warranty doesn't (like failure due to a power surge). If something goes wrong after the manufacturer warranty ends, rest easy; you won't be stuck with a huge repair bill. Geek Squad Protection has your back and will take care of any covered repairs.
 
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4 out of 5
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Cheapest Quality TV solution
on April 27, 2024
Posted by: ReadyForWinter
Verified Purchase:Yes
I enjoy my Insigna Fire TV w/Full HD. It was super easy to install. With $20/mo xfinity wifi, a window antenna from best buy and Amazon Prime, I get lots of free local broadcast stations and streaming apps. Cheapest quality solution I could find.
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Watch your favorite TV shows and channels for free with great clarity and signal reception. With the Best Buy essentials Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna, access free channel broadcasts by connecting it to your existing HDTV. VHF and UHF signals provide you with HD channels without having to pay for a cable package. A 35-mile range ensures strong signal reception, while a 10-foot coaxial cable offers easy routing. Providing flexible placement, this ultra-thin antenna can be mounted on the wall or set on your TV stand. A two-sided black-and-white design lets you choose what side blends in best with your wall and other electronics. Backed by Best Buy, enjoy free quality television with an antenna that is made to impress.
 
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2 out of 5
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Do not buy open box/excellent
on October 21, 2023
Posted by: ReadyForWinter
Verified Purchase:Yes
I bought an open box/excellent item and it should have come with all necessary parts; this item did not. The antenna was missing the double sided tape to attach it to the wall. Driving 100 mi r/t to Bestbuy store to get tape was not an option. I have the antenna attached with painters tape. The antenna only broadcasts signals within 35 miles. Sacramento is 50 miles away and therefore most signals are too weak especially at night.
Length of ownership: 30
Mobile Submission: True
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Quality
2 out of 5
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Value
2 out of 5
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Ease of Use
2 out of 5
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Access live over-the-air channels and streaming with this 24-inch TV~and control it all with your voice. Ask Alexa to launch apps, search for titles and more. A Full HD experience in 1080p provides crystal clear images. You won~t miss a second with the Insignia NS-24F202NA23 24" Class F20 Series LED Full HD Smart Fire TV.
 
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Do Not buy Open Box/Excellent items
on October 13, 2023
Posted by: ReadyForWinter
Verified Purchase:Yes
The Insignia Fire TV functions well. I purchased an open box/excellent and save a few dollars. Mistake! Although website said ALL necessary parts would be included, it was missing the 4 screws that attach the plastic feet. They are essential to keeping the TV from falling over. Customer service could not send me the screws or deduct any money ($20?) from price for the hassle/expense of me driving to H/W Store and finding/buying the right screws. Their solution was to unassemble/rebox the TV and take it to UPS Store and reorder and wait for another TV. Because I live 50mi from BestBuy, unassembling / reboxing TV and driving r/t to pickup 4 screws was not going to happen. I was very frustrated and unsatisfied. I ended up ordering a swivel pedistal stand on amazon.
Length of ownership: 23
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No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Picture Quality
3 out of 5
3
Sound Quality
4 out of 5
4
Brightness
4 out of 5
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ReadyForWinter's Review Comments
 
Watch your favorite TV shows and channels for free with great clarity and signal reception. With the Best Buy essentials Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna, access free channel broadcasts by connecting it to your existing HDTV. VHF and UHF signals provide you with HD channels without having to pay for a cable package. A 35-mile range ensures strong signal reception, while a 10-foot coaxial cable offers easy routing. Providing flexible placement, this ultra-thin antenna can be mounted on the wall or set on your TV stand. A two-sided black-and-white design lets you choose what side blends in best with your wall and other electronics. Backed by Best Buy, enjoy free quality television with an antenna that is made to impress.
 
Overall2 out of 52 out of 5
Do not buy open box/excellent
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I bought an open box/excellent item and it should have come with all necessary parts; this item did not. The antenna was missing the double sided tape to attach it to the wall. Driving 100 mi r/t to Bestbuy store to get tape was not an option. I have the antenna attached with painters tape. The antenna only broadcasts signals within 35 miles. Sacramento is 50 miles away and therefore most signals are too weak especially at night.
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Watch your favorite TV shows and channels for free with great clarity and signal reception. With the Best Buy essentials Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna, access free channel broadcasts by connecting it to your existing HDTV. VHF and UHF signals provide you with HD channels without having to pay for a cable package. A 35-mile range ensures strong signal reception, while a 10-foot coaxial cable offers easy routing. Providing flexible placement, this ultra-thin antenna can be mounted on the wall or set on your TV stand. A two-sided black-and-white design lets you choose what side blends in best with your wall and other electronics. Backed by Best Buy, enjoy free quality television with an antenna that is made to impress.
 

I live in an apartment (large complex), will I be able to get a good signal reception?

Yes. I live in a 100 unit complex and it works ok. But if you live more than 35 miles from where signal is broadcast from (which i do) the stations are limited and signals are weak. There are other antennas with s 150 mile range.
2 years, 7 months ago
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ReadyForWinter
 
Watch your favorite TV shows and channels for free with great clarity and signal reception. With the Best Buy essentials Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna, access free channel broadcasts by connecting it to your existing HDTV. VHF and UHF signals provide you with HD channels without having to pay for a cable package. A 35-mile range ensures strong signal reception, while a 10-foot coaxial cable offers easy routing. Providing flexible placement, this ultra-thin antenna can be mounted on the wall or set on your TV stand. A two-sided black-and-white design lets you choose what side blends in best with your wall and other electronics. Backed by Best Buy, enjoy free quality television with an antenna that is made to impress.
 

I cannot get a signal when it's raining (cuts in an out every couple seconds and pixelated). Is this normal? It rains a lot so that will suck if I can't watch tv when it's raining bc that's when I need to stay inside! The antenna is next to the window.

I experience same problem; especially at night. I think its because the local signals are being broadcast from more than 35 miles away. This antenna is only rated for 35 miles. I finally decided to download the ABC free app & the TUBI free app (requires wifi so i ordered xfinity NOW wifi $20/mo). Both those apps provide free live local programming.
2 years, 7 months ago
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ReadyForWinter
 
Watch your favorite TV shows and channels for free with great clarity and signal reception. With the Best Buy essentials Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna, access free channel broadcasts by connecting it to your existing HDTV. VHF and UHF signals provide you with HD channels without having to pay for a cable package. A 35-mile range ensures strong signal reception, while a 10-foot coaxial cable offers easy routing. Providing flexible placement, this ultra-thin antenna can be mounted on the wall or set on your TV stand. A two-sided black-and-white design lets you choose what side blends in best with your wall and other electronics. Backed by Best Buy, enjoy free quality television with an antenna that is made to impress.
 

Does anyone know which kind of double sided tape came with the antenna? My antenna was not in a good place and I moved it. The tape did not remove any paint from the wall so I’d like to purchase the same type. Thank you.

Mine didnt come with any tape (open box/excellent item) but i ordered 3M removable double sided tape.
2 years, 7 months ago
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ReadyForWinter
 
Watch your favorite TV shows and channels for free with great clarity and signal reception. With the Best Buy essentials Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna, access free channel broadcasts by connecting it to your existing HDTV. VHF and UHF signals provide you with HD channels without having to pay for a cable package. A 35-mile range ensures strong signal reception, while a 10-foot coaxial cable offers easy routing. Providing flexible placement, this ultra-thin antenna can be mounted on the wall or set on your TV stand. A two-sided black-and-white design lets you choose what side blends in best with your wall and other electronics. Backed by Best Buy, enjoy free quality television with an antenna that is made to impress.
 

Will the antenna pick up a signal through stucco siding?

I have concrete siding and it works but remember it only picks up strong signals within 35 miles regardless of siding material.
2 years, 7 months ago
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ReadyForWinter
 
Watch your favorite TV shows and channels for free with great clarity and signal reception. With the Best Buy essentials Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna, access free channel broadcasts by connecting it to your existing HDTV. VHF and UHF signals provide you with HD channels without having to pay for a cable package. A 35-mile range ensures strong signal reception, while a 10-foot coaxial cable offers easy routing. Providing flexible placement, this ultra-thin antenna can be mounted on the wall or set on your TV stand. A two-sided black-and-white design lets you choose what side blends in best with your wall and other electronics. Backed by Best Buy, enjoy free quality television with an antenna that is made to impress.
 

Will this antena pick up HGTV?

No. It picks up Free local stations. HGTV charges monthly.
2 years, 7 months ago
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ReadyForWinter
 
Watch your favorite TV shows and channels for free with great clarity and signal reception. With the Best Buy essentials Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna, access free channel broadcasts by connecting it to your existing HDTV. VHF and UHF signals provide you with HD channels without having to pay for a cable package. A 35-mile range ensures strong signal reception, while a 10-foot coaxial cable offers easy routing. Providing flexible placement, this ultra-thin antenna can be mounted on the wall or set on your TV stand. A two-sided black-and-white design lets you choose what side blends in best with your wall and other electronics. Backed by Best Buy, enjoy free quality television with an antenna that is made to impress.
 

Where do you put it. Does it have to be mounted?

It says it comes with double face tape, but i didnt receive any. I used painters tape and taped it to an exterior wall to make it work. But most signals are too weak to watch because its only good for 35 miles.
2 years, 7 months ago
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ReadyForWinter
 
Watch your favorite TV shows and channels for free with great clarity and signal reception. With the Best Buy essentials Thin Indoor HDTV Antenna, access free channel broadcasts by connecting it to your existing HDTV. VHF and UHF signals provide you with HD channels without having to pay for a cable package. A 35-mile range ensures strong signal reception, while a 10-foot coaxial cable offers easy routing. Providing flexible placement, this ultra-thin antenna can be mounted on the wall or set on your TV stand. A two-sided black-and-white design lets you choose what side blends in best with your wall and other electronics. Backed by Best Buy, enjoy free quality television with an antenna that is made to impress.
 

Would this antenna work if I had the tv outside on my patio?

It didnt work when i taped it to a glass window, if that's an indicator.
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