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- First reviewAugust 17, 2018
- Last reviewJanuary 25, 2026
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AirPods Pro 3. Up to 2x more Active Noise Cancellation than AirPods Pro 2. Now with heart rate sensing, Live Translation, longer battery life, and advancements in hearing health. Redesigned for a more secure fit.
Posted by: RickyT
Verified Purchase:Yes
Love these so much ! I bought a set for myself and my daughter. Sound is amazing and with the extra ear tips you can fit them for a perfect fit. I finally found a set that doesn’t react to my ears. I love the fact that if I am standing in line at the grocery store and someone behind me is speaking another language my headset will interpret what is being said in real time just by pushing both ear piece buttons at the same time. Noise cancelation is better than I have ever experienced in my prior headsets even my Beat Beats.
I did buy a protective cover for the case, not because I don’t trust Apple but for the reason I like to keep my things nice. Oh and connectivity is spot on and immediate.
Buy these AirPods !! You won’t regret it. I use mine every day, which reminds me to add that the battery life is amazing. That’s all for now. Thank you Apple for a great product!!!
Length of ownership: 20
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
Connectivity
5
Sound Quality
5
Battery Life
5
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Experience the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 - Core in white, featuring adjustable-tension thumbsticks, wrap-around rubberized grip, and shorter hair trigger locks. Enjoy limiless customization with exclusive button mapping options in the Xbox Accessories app--even pick which color the Xbox button lights up with. Save up to three custom profiles on the controller and switch between them on the fly. Stay in the game with up to 40 hours of rechargeable battery life and refined components that are built to last. Use Xbox Wireless, Bluetooth, or the included USB-C cable to play on console, PC, and mobile. Designed to meet the core needs of today's competitive games, the Xbox Elite Wireless Controllers Series 2 - Core in white puts exceptional performance, customization, and durability where is matters most--in your hands.*
Customer Rating
5
Xbox Elite Series 2 edition Controller
on December 6, 2025
Posted by: RickyT
Verified Purchase:Yes
I bought a standard basic controller for Xbox from the custom laboratory. It was just basic custom. It wasn’t a fancy picture. It was just a red custom, soft touch plastic elite two controller but the right joystick didn’t press end and click. It was broken. I was a little bummed out because The controller is so nice. I had to be without it for a couple days till they sent me another one now that I’m using it. I really love it. I would never go back to a basic controller. It is light years better you wouldn’t think it by opening the package but when you actually start to play, you’re gonna notice the difference And I’m happy I stuck with Xbox and now I have a white controller because I can use the keypad on the controller on the set up, so I love it. This is the best decision I ever made.
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5
Quality
5
Value
5
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Outdoor 4 is our fourth generation wire-free smart security camera that helps you protect your home inside and out right from your smartphone.
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Verified Purchase:Yes
The Blink cameras work great and I use them all the time the only issue that I have is that you do have to replace the batteries in the units that get high traffic. Other than that, they work great
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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eero 6+ is our most affordable gigabit system ever. Access premium wifi performance and speeds up to a gigabit, without the premium price tag. eero 6+ gives you all the connectivity, with all the reliability. Work from home with confidence~and say goodbye to dropped video calls.
Customer Rating
5
My Eero has made my connection stable again
on July 2, 2025
Posted by: RickyT
Verified Purchase:Yes
My Eero units have been stable internet mesh points that rarely require any rebooting or messing around once set up. The setup process is quite simple, and the app walks you through the step-by-step process. When connected and set up, the Wifi coverage is stable, fast and seamless and just that it works everywhere without dropouts. The onboard parental controls, as part of Eero Secure, are an extra cost. Still, they come packed with useful tools to help protect your internet experience and provide a margin of reassurance on data usage and reporting. I love the per-device restrictions and customisation available to the end user. This is significantly better than other options on the market, and Eero makes this part of the experience enjoyable, and it is detailed enough that one can pair it down to individual devices.
In my situation, the new Eero 6+ allows me to expand the network easily. The availability of ethernet ports on the back of the mesh nodes means I can easily access and expand my wired network by connecting it over the WiFi network. Even though my internet speeds are far slower than the 1 gigabit, most of my data transmission is internal, and that's where the added bandwidth provided by the Eero 6+ comes in handy.
The new routers support higher WiFi bandwidth that allows for greater speeds on my internal network, all while handling the internet. Internally the new Eero 6+ supports Ax3000, which equates to about 600 Mbps in the 2.4 GHz band and
2400 Mbps in the 5 GHz band. This means more available speed to share between your devices and within your network. Overall WiFi transfer speeds doubled over the internal network, and the internet still was as fast as it was before, but that's because I have a 200 Mbps internet connection.
In my situation, the new Eero 6+ allows me to expand the network easily. The availability of ethernet ports on the back of the mesh nodes means I can easily access and expand my wired network by connecting it over the WiFi network. Even though my internet speeds are far slower than the 1 gigabit, most of my data transmission is internal, and that's where the added bandwidth provided by the Eero 6+ comes in handy.
The new routers support higher WiFi bandwidth that allows for greater speeds on my internal network, all while handling the internet. Internally the new Eero 6+ supports Ax3000, which equates to about 600 Mbps in the 2.4 GHz band and
2400 Mbps in the 5 GHz band. This means more available speed to share between your devices and within your network. Overall WiFi transfer speeds doubled over the internal network, and the internet still was as fast as it was before, but that's because I have a 200 Mbps internet connection.
Length of ownership: 55
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5
Quality
5
Value
5
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Apple Pencil Pro adds even more magical capabilities to help bring your ideas to life. New advanced features make marking up, taking notes, and creating a masterpiece more intuitive than ever. Squeeze. Apple Pencil Pro can sense when you squeeze it and brings up a new palette so you can quickly switch tools, line weights, and colors, thanks to a new sensor. Barrel roll. A new gyroscope allows you to rotate the Apple Pencil Pro for precise control of shaped pen and brush tools. Haptic feedback. A custom haptic engine provides feedback that you can feel. When you squeeze or double-tap, a light pulse confirms the action. Apple Pencil hover. Preview exactly where your Apple Pencil will touch down on your display. So you can write, sketch, and illustrate with even greater precision. Double-tap.
Customer Rating
5
Pro Apple Pencil
on May 2, 2025
Posted by: RickyT
Verified Purchase:Yes
Great product by Apple. The pencil is great & works wonders on the pro iPad
Length of ownership: 23
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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Outdoor 4 is our fourth generation wire-free smart security camera that helps you protect your home inside and out right from your smartphone.
Customer Rating
5
Don’t Blink or you will miss it !
on April 8, 2024
Posted by: RickyT
Verified Purchase:Yes
ALL of the Blink stuff I have ordered is getting this same review. After doing an insane amount of research for a home security camera system I settled on Blink for ease of set up and cost. In both of those areas there really isn't a close second. As far as reliability, I'll check in again in a year or two--but other reviews indicate reliability is good. So, good news: easy set-up, great prices, video quality is as good as any, motion sensors and other software adjustable stuff is easy to understand and do.
Bad news: The system is a little slow. I knew that going in, so it might be a bigger deal to you. I'm willing to live with it mostly--down the road I plan to put in a much faster, wired, real time system with only one or two cameras, and Blink has a new "Sync Module" that is supposed to have greater range--and maybe speed things up a bit.
It has notified me of low batteries a few times--so now I just let it go and they seem to recover on their own. I've also had one or two go offline and I had to reinstall them. I think there are two factors causing this, and again for the price I am willing to live with it. For one thing I have the wireless range maxed out even with an extender for my WiFi network. The other factor is it is currently the dead of Winter and cold beyond all reason. 9 degrees last night, high is 31 today. Lots of snow and wind, too. I'm harder to get along with in this weather myself, so I'll put up with some additional problems with electronics that live outside.
Bottom line? After three months I'm happy with it and I recommend any and all of the parts of the system I've bought. It works as advertised and it's way cheap--including the annual subscription if you want cloud storage. I will be buying a couple more pieces soon. It is fully functional as long as you don't need a lot of speed. I'm talking about minutes when
Length of ownership: 25
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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Geek Squad Certified Refurbished products are thoroughly, painstakingly and lovingly tested, so you can be sure that your device will work right, right away. Geek Squad Certified Refurbished products.AirPods Pro feature up to 2x more Active Noise Cancellation,~ plus Adaptive Transparency, and Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking for immersive sound.~ Now with multiple ear tips (XS, S, M, L) and up to 6 hours of listening time.~
Customer Rating
5
Love Refub stuff ******
on April 8, 2024
Posted by: RickyT
Verified Purchase:Yes
I am a rare duck in the tech space as I really don't have a preference between Android and iOS. I have traditionally carried an Android phone and used Apple tablets and laptops. I just honestly find Samsung's innovation in hardware more intriguing. That said, I recently bought a new iPhone 15 Pro for a second phone to leave in my house and saw these new Airpods on sale, so I scooped them. The move to USBC convinced me I need to try both. I have used darn near every credible earbud that has come to market in the last four years. Sony, Bose, B&W, Anker, Apple, Beats, Sennheiser, and many others. I have been chasing the perfect set. I think I found them here or, at the very least, found the closest thing there is to perfection. Here are my thoughts on the new Airpods Pro2:
Sound: This is the one area that they don't win hands down, but they sound great. Many of my buds feature larger more well tuned drivers. Some even have dual drivers. Many have the option to upscale to more lossless sound by using AptX. None of that is here, but what Apple has done with sound is commendable. There is good separation between the highs, mids, and lows. Unlike previous Airpods, these things bring a very solid low end that can rumble a bit. I am not an audiophile, but these sound really good. I still think that the new Sony buds and Sennheiser buds are better but it isn't a landslide. Apple has nailed it with active noise cancelling here as well. While the Bose Quiet Comfort buds are still the GOAT for me, these are at least as good as the runner up from Sony. These block out all but the most sudden noises. Really good all around.
Call quality: These are easily the best there is for calls. It really isn't close. They do an unbelievable job of masking background noise so folks on the other end can hear you. I was on a call with a friend who was using them as well and his son was in the background gaming. He was yelling at the game and, occasionally when he spoke, I could pick up on it a bit, but only when he spoke. The processing here is just so good.
Form Factor: I hate stem style buds generally, but these are solid. They are light and have real balance in the ear. I think because the Pro's have silicone tips they just work better for me. The squeeze functionality makes these so accurate to use when compared to others that rely on tapping and the swipe volume control is really outstanding. For my ears, and this is subjective for sure, these are all day comfortable. You get a solid IP54 water and dust resistance, so these will hold up well in the gym.
Battery Life: These are average in this space when compared with their peers. I am getting about five hours on bud. You get another three to four charges from the case. Many others are better here, but I find battery life to be perfectly acceptable for everyday use.
Intangibles: There are almost too many things to mention here. First, the case is, as always, the best in the business. It is tiny, solid, packs a great battery, and has the most satisfying magnetic click when closing. I love the spatial audio. It is gimmicky but really fun when it is executed properly during a show or movie. The speech detection is amazing. As is the easy pairing and use on the iPhone. Find my buds is the BOMB. There is so much more that I will update later. These are very well thought out.
Conclusion: For me, Apple has crushed it here. Having FINALLY moved to USBC (even if it took the EU to force them) makes all Apple things so much better. These buds might not be the best at much, but they are very good at everything. I can honestly say that these are the best buds on the market. Will I use others for different occasions? Yes, but I doubt that as long as I have an iPhone, I will use many of them often. Buy these now with complete and total confidence. Wow Apple, just wow! Well done!
***Update*** So, I am three weeks in with these and I have a couple of other thoughts I should add. First, the thing that jumps off the page to me is the speaker built into the case. I have owned dozens of buds and this is a first to me. It is awesome. The case chimes when the buds are properly returned to the case. You get a low battery notification and it is also used to “find my AirPods.” It is simply brilliant and an example of how thoughtful some of Apple’s designs are. The case is simply next level and that means more than most people think since you interact with it regularly. The other thing that stands out is how much customization there is and how intuitive it is to set up in your settings. Sony offers similar customization and, in some ways more, but it takes a lot more work. Like I said, there are better options for a lot of things, but the polish and attention to detail here from Apple make these a clear winner overall. If you are on the fence, don’t be. I will update with anything else but these are easily the best all around buds on the market. Buy with confidence
Length of ownership: 32
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
Connectivity
5
Sound Quality
5
Battery Life
5
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Don~t let a missing or damaged power cord prevent you from using your electronics. Instead of replacing the whole device, use the Best Buy essentials 6' 2-Slot Non-Polarized Power Cord. This non-polarized, two-prong design works with select electronic devices, including PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X and S gaming systems ~ just confirm the shape of the power port against your device to ensure compatibility. The 6 ft. cord is designed for indoor use only, granting you flexible placement options when you~re inside. Its black design blends in with the rest of your cords and electronics for a discreet look. Plus, it~s backed by Best Buy so you can rely on it to safely power your electronics.
Customer Rating
5
Perfect cord for my sound system
on March 1, 2024
Posted by: RickyT
Verified Purchase:Yes
This power cord was great since I lost my original cord for my speakers. Works great !
Length of ownership: 28
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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Protect your connected devices with the Insignia 6-Outlet 1,080 Joules Surge Protector. Its 1,080-joule rating helps keep equipment in your home or office safe from harmful power surges. Safely connect up to 6 wall chargers at the same time. The 6 ft. power cord offers flexible placement options to better suit your needs, and two handy LED indicators show when your surge protector is on.
Customer Rating
5
Great 6 plug outlet
on March 1, 2024
Posted by: RickyT
Verified Purchase:Yes
I chose this item because of the long cord compared to others. The covers for the outlet holes are nice if you have small children and it will protect them from putting their fingers in the outlets. It's a solid, well-made product that I believe will last a long time, so it was worth spending a bit more than some of the competing products.
Length of ownership: 28
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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Expand your collection with these colorful pastel Joy-Con controllers. Games come to life through easy-to-use motion controls and HD rumble~advanced vibration features built into each Joy Con controller. Depending on the game, you might use a single Joy Con in each hand~or even give the second one to a friend.
Customer Rating
5
Pastel is the way to Go !!!!!
on February 17, 2024
Posted by: RickyT
Verified Purchase:Yes
If you're looking to jazz up your gaming experience, look no further than the Nintendo Joy-Con in Pastel Pink and Green ! These controllers aren't just controllers; they're a vibrant fashion statement for your console. Let me tell you, slipping these neon wonders onto your Switch is like giving your gaming setup a much-needed dose of pop culture meets techno-funk.
Firstly, let's talk about the colors. Pastel Pink and Green? It's like Nintendo decided to reach into the '80s, grab the most radiant shades, and sprinkle them all over your Joy-Con. It's impossible not to feel a surge of energy just by gazing upon these gloriously bright controllers. They practically scream, "Let's have a blast while gaming!"
Not only do they look like a futuristic rainbow explosion, but they're also incredibly versatile. You can use them as a pair for multiplayer madness or detach them and enjoy some solo gaming action. The flexibility is unreal. Plus, the way they seamlessly blend into the Switch or the Joy-Con Grip just makes you appreciate Nintendo's design finesse.
Now, onto the joy they bring while gaming - and it's not just because they're called "Joy-Cons"! The responsiveness is top-notch. Whether you're tossing a shell in Mario Kart, swinging a sword in Zelda, or shaking them to catch 'em all in Pokémon, these bad boys keep up with your every move. The button placement feels natural, the motion controls are super precise, and the HD rumble? It's like a tiny party in your hands!
But here's where the real fun kicks in. Ever found yourself in an intense gaming moment, maybe facing a boss battle or trying to beat your high score, and then your cat decides it's the perfect time for attention? Well, fear no more! The Joy-Cons are cat-proof! (Well, almost.) Their durable build can withstand a mild feline curiosity and still maintain their functionality. That's one less worry on your gaming checklist!
In conclusion, if you're all about injecting your gaming sessions with a hefty dose of personality and pizzazz, the Nintendo Joy-Con in Patel Pink and Green is your ticket to a visually stunning, technicolor gaming experience. It's like having a rave in the palm of your hands. So, go ahead, embrace the neon revolution, and let the gaming extravaganza begin!
Length of ownership: 21
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
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Quality
5
Value
5
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Outdoor 4 is our fourth generation wire-free smart security camera that helps you protect your home inside and out right from your smartphone.
Expand your collection with these colorful pastel Joy-Con controllers. Games come to life through easy-to-use motion controls and HD rumble~advanced vibration features built into each Joy Con controller. Depending on the game, you might use a single Joy Con in each hand~or even give the second one to a friend.
Experience the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 featuring adjustable-tension thumbsticks, wrap-around rubberized grip, and shorter hair trigger locks. Experience limitless customization with interchangeable components and exclusive button mapping options in the Xbox Accessories app. Save up to 3 custom profiles on the controller and switch between them on the fly. Swap thumbstick toppers, D-pads, and paddles to tailor your controller to your preferred gaming style. Stay in the game with up to 40 hours of rechargeable battery life and refined components that are built to last. Use Xbox Wireless, Bluetooth, or the included USB-C cable to play across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows. Designed to meet the needs of today~s competitive gamers, the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 puts exceptional performance, customization, and durability where it matters most~in your hands.* .
The Apple 30W USB Type-C power adapter offers fast, efficient charging at home, in the office, or on the go. While the power adapter is compatible with any USB Type-C enabled device, Apple recommends pairing it with the 13" MacBook Air with Retina display for optimal charging performance. You can also pair it with select iPhone and iPad Pro models to take advantage of the fast-charging feature. Charging cable sold separately.
The all-new iPad Air. It's more versatile than ever. The stunning 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display with wide color lets you see photos, videos, and games in vivid, true-to-life detail.~ It features the A14 Bionic chip with Neural Engine, delivering power and advanced machine learning capabilities to edit a 4K video, create a beautiful presentation, design a 3D model, and do all of these things with ease. And now with support for Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil (2nd generation)~, fast, easy, and secure Touch ID and Apple Pay, a 12MP back camera and 7MP FaceTime HD camera, USB-C connector for charging and accessories, all-day battery life~, fast Wi-Fi 6, and Gigabit-class LTE~. With iPad Air you have the power to bring your ideas to life.
The all-new iPad Air. It's more versatile than ever. The stunning 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display with wide color lets you see photos, videos, and games in vivid, true-to-life detail.~ It features the A14 Bionic chip with Neural Engine, delivering power and advanced machine learning capabilities to edit a 4K video, create a beautiful presentation, design a 3D model, and do all of these things with ease. And now with support for Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil (2nd generation)~, fast, easy, and secure Touch ID and Apple Pay, a 12MP back camera and 7MP FaceTime HD camera, USB-C connector for charging and accessories, all-day battery life~, fast Wi-Fi 6, and Gigabit-class LTE~. With iPad Air you have the power to bring your ideas to life.