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- Review count84
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- First reviewDecember 6, 2018
- Last reviewJanuary 30, 2026
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- Average rating4.8
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- First answerDecember 6, 2018
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Oh-so stylish and sounds sensational. We took the look, sound, and smart home functionality to the max in this smart speaker with Alexa.
Customer Rating
4
Clear and Loud, inconsistencies
on January 30, 2026
Posted by: Cbusteach
Verified Purchase:Yes
Sounds loud enough, certainly for a kitchen, and is now my home's alexa+ hub. It plays Jeopardy and takes random questions well, but I miss the echo show 15 it replaced (that crapped out after 1.9 years), but I cannot afford to pay (not subsidized prices) for its replacement! I plan to try Apple's rumored home hub soon, but likely keep this as a garage sound filler. I'm intrigued that it can be combined to make Dolby Atmos possible... but alas, only for FireTV setups. I did have trouble trying to connect it to a TV via Bluetooth about 30 feet away from the kitchen. Also, seems to play the voice assitant much louder (like a 6) than the service/music/game set to (like 4). Maybe a flaw to be fixed with upgrades?! Happy
Length of ownership: 9
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
4
Value
4
Ease of Use
4
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The far mightier, way tinier Mac mini is 5 by 5 inches of pure power. Built for Apple Intelligence.Redesigned around Apple silicon to unleash the full speed and capabilities of the spectacular M4 chip. With ports at your convenience, on the front and back.
Customer Rating
5
4k setup in basement looks great, but small text
on January 30, 2026
Posted by: Cbusteach
Verified Purchase:Yes
Speedy upgrade from my M1 mini from 2020. Works great as a streaming device using the TV app in basement setup. It's too cold down there (Jan Freeze out of '26) to give it a better informed review. Connected to BT Logitech MX keyboard and mouse very efficiently, Looks great on LG 4K HDR TV as well. HDMI ARC set up was discovered to the soundbar. Only downside is extremely small text (set to Mac's default max) when set to display 4K. But movies look so good I don't care squinting. There's probably a mac terminal setting i can play with... someday when it's warm again down there. So far, no complaints!
Length of ownership: 38
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
4
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Ninja Mega Kitchen System BL770 Blender: Mix, blend, juice and process all of your favorite foods with the amazingly high-powered Ninja Mega Kitchen System. Make smoothies in a hurry for you or the whole family, mix bread and dessert dough in mere seconds and cut your food prep time in half with the even chopping performance of the food processor attachment.
Customer Rating
5
The loud Ninja, works great
on October 24, 2025
Posted by: Cbusteach
Verified Purchase:Yes
Best Christmas present last year, wife says. Loud but powerful…kids cover their ears in the kitchen when mom is blending…heh, loud Ninja (oxymoron).
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I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Ease of Use
5
Value
5
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Bring the caf~ home with the Cuisinart Coffee Center Barista Bar, and experience four brew options with compact convenience. Serve friends and family with 12 cups of fresh coffee brewed to perfection with programmable time, temperature, and strength settings. Or go solo with single-serve cups, in 6-, 8-, and 10-ounce sizes, made in minutes and compatible with most single-serve pods. For extra-bold flavor, pop in a Nespresso OriginalLine-style capsule, and enjoy a single or double shot of espresso. Add variety to drinks with the steam wand that makes frothed and steamed milk for cappuccinos, lattes, or the specialty drink of your choice. The wand is also perfect for pouring hot water for tea, matcha, hot cereals, and soups. With sleek modern styling and total versatility, this space-saving all-in-one unit is sure to be the favorite spot in any kitchen.
Customer Rating
4
Pod clogging, but great pot, espresso, steam
on October 24, 2025
Posted by: Cbusteach
Verified Purchase:Yes
Bought this to replace and upgrade my same brand duo brew and pod maker. I’m having issues with the pod, but pot, steam and espresso maker work great, so far. Pod is getting clogged and blowing up grounds, not sure why yet. If I run an empty pod (just water) every 3 pods, it seems to help. Disappointing pod, but great at the other stuff I paid extra for!
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I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
4
Ease of Use
5
Value
4
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Replace the feet of your TV and customize your entertainment setup how you like it. With the Insignia Universal TV Feet Replacement Kit for TVs 49"-77" or 100 lbs, give your TV some extra height to tuck your soundbar, gaming systems and more right under. It has a near-universal fit, and the included hardware gives you a quick and easy installation process. Simply attach it to the wall-mount holes of your 49" to 77" TV and it~s ready to go. It also has a durable metal construction and scratch-resistant pads, protecting your electronics. Switch the layout of your entertainment systems to a more convenient look and enjoy a better, simpler setup.
Customer Rating
5
Great solution for putting TV in basement
on October 24, 2025
Posted by: Cbusteach
Verified Purchase:Yes
Sturdy design that was great solution to avoid buying new furniture to fit the 77” TV I put in the basement. Glad I found this alternative.
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I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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The Scosche Mount Powerhub is the perfect solution for mounting your Smartphone and powering multiple devices at once. The mounts adjustable base will fit into most vehicle cup holders. Simply rotate the bottom portion of the base to reduce the size and place the base of the mount inside your vehicle~s dashboard or center console's cup holder, then rotate the top portion to expand and secure it in place. Securing your device is easy, just place it between the adjustable arms and lock securely in place. The arm accommodates devices up to 3.5~ wide and features a flexible neck which bends to place the secured device in the desired view. Plug in the mounts 12V adapter into your vehicles power outlet and the LED indicator will illuminate to let you know the 12V & USB ports are ready to use. The ports power up to 4 devices at once, dual USB and dual 12V.
Customer Rating
5
Fits snug into cup holder, holds phone snugly too
on August 16, 2025
Posted by: Cbusteach
Verified Purchase:Yes
My New car compact car couldn’t fit an A/C vent like I’ve used for years. With two cup holders I thought I’d sacrifice one and try this out. I hated it at first, especially how it will swing around, but have learned to accept that as a feature. The arm is very stiff but I was able to make it work after a weak, tweak by tweak, adjusting the holder and the metal arm until it works. Because it can be adjusted, I now love it. The clamp/claw holds the phone well and releases it nicely when the drive is over. The mini well is a convenient place for glasses or wallet or loose change. Glad I found this alternative to my A/C holder of old
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I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
4
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Don~t rearrange your entertainment setup because cables don~t reach. With the Best Buy essentials RCA Coupler (2-Pack), join two RCA cables to get the extra length you need. This 2-pack connects to either composite (AV) or component cables and is color-coded to keep you organized. The compact size won~t make cables bulky, so you can still route cables wherever they~re needed. These couplers are also designed to reduce signal loss for better audio and video. Plus, they~re backed by Best Buy, so you can trust these long-lasting accessories to get the job done.
Customer Rating
5
Smooth tight connections, looks like real gold
on August 16, 2025
Posted by: Cbusteach
Verified Purchase:Yes
Extended a subwoofer cable through the crawlspace and back up into the living room just fine. Not much to say except I hope gold plating doesn’t turn brass as there is some moisture in the crawlspace. Ask me to update the review in 10 years :p.
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I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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Take smart light with you with the portable Hue Go. From a splash of color to a mood-setting centerpiece, the Hue Go lets you set the perfect ambiance. Works as a standalone light or as part of your smart lighting system with the Hue Bridge (sold separately).
Customer Rating
5
Looks great, but one isn’t enough. Easy LG set up
on August 16, 2025
Posted by: Cbusteach
Verified Purchase:Yes
Bought the refurbished model looking to save money, but was unaware that in order to use the Hue Sync features, a monthly (or lifetime) fee will have to be setup. This increases the cost of the light overall (to make it do what I bought it for). I decided to use the month to month for the first month to see if I’ll return it.
With one month of use so far, I like it. I thought it might put out more light to light up the wall under my TV from the bottom left corner, but I’ll likely need another one to get a full glowing effect. Having one I like it but want some more.
The colors it produces really are spot on to the corner the setup was told where it would be. I have a newer 2024 LG so I could download the HUE Sync app to it. It was easy to download to the LG store and set it up. I don’t use the LG TV software, I use an Apple TV, but It auto connects once the TV is turned on. The only thing I haven’t figured out yet is how to have it turn off when the TV is turned off, it stays lit, white, after I power the TV down… and acts as a nice nightlight. I just wish I could have it turn off in say 15 minutes after I power down. I’m sure I can add it to an Apple Home scene or something.
I like it, and want another one… I think it said I wouldn’t need another subscription when I get another, refurbished, sometime in the future.
With one month of use so far, I like it. I thought it might put out more light to light up the wall under my TV from the bottom left corner, but I’ll likely need another one to get a full glowing effect. Having one I like it but want some more.
The colors it produces really are spot on to the corner the setup was told where it would be. I have a newer 2024 LG so I could download the HUE Sync app to it. It was easy to download to the LG store and set it up. I don’t use the LG TV software, I use an Apple TV, but It auto connects once the TV is turned on. The only thing I haven’t figured out yet is how to have it turn off when the TV is turned off, it stays lit, white, after I power the TV down… and acts as a nice nightlight. I just wish I could have it turn off in say 15 minutes after I power down. I’m sure I can add it to an Apple Home scene or something.
I like it, and want another one… I think it said I wouldn’t need another subscription when I get another, refurbished, sometime in the future.
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I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
4
Ease of Use
5
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The Weber Connect smart grilling hub is your secret ingredient to perfectly grilled food. It~s a grilling assistant that sends notifications directly to your smart phone, on everything from a food readiness countdown, to when it~s time to flip your food and serve it. Want medium-rare steak? No problem - real-time food monitoring ensures that everything is on track and that food will taste amazing every time.
Customer Rating
5
Magnetic and easy to use, once set up.
on June 20, 2025
Posted by: Cbusteach
Verified Purchase:Yes
WifI setup took a while due to 4? Firmware updates. But now it's running and I'm able to see a graph with ambient temp (blue band) and meat temp (red band). Only qualm is the blue and red bands didn't last even one cook.. are they even good silicone rubber? Not sure how to fix that, but don't count on colored bands to last. Seems accurate to temperatures, but I'm not able to calibrate it as far as I know. Power On by pressing screen was a bit weird, but less buttons is probably best and easy to clean. Wish I knew that it had a magnet that would stick to my steel genesis... that's a good thing as I was able to cancel the accessory attachment kit :)
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I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
4
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Introducing the newly designed Genesis gas grill - the biggest grilling innovation in decades, that creates a full backyard culinary experience. Grill, bake, and even stir-fry on the newly designed Genesis gas grill. Its Weber Crafted Outdoor Kitchen Collection compatibility provides limitless culinary possibilities, enabling you to cook food never thought possible on the grill. Also featuring Weber~s largest and hottest sear zone and expandable top cooking grate ~ so you~re able cook a full restaurant quality meal outside, where the party is.
Customer Rating
5
Great upgrade from 3 burner, reached 650F
on June 20, 2025
Posted by: Cbusteach
Verified Purchase:Yes
Such a nice upgrade from my 20 year old Genesis 3 burner. Has a larger diameter natural gas feed line that was easy to adapt to. Searing Burner plus all burners got me to around 650°F, plenty hot to sear a big roast. Indirect heating is so much easier with the extra space. Smoking with wood chips on flavorizers bars Didn't work for me, the first time, but probably user error (may not have needed a cast iron box... I have happy experiments for the next 20 years I hope!)
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I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Ease of Use
5
Value
5
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Keurig Water Filter Replacement Cartridges (2-Pack): Filter your water for an even better tasting cup of coffee, tea, hot chocolate, apple cider or iced beverage.
I have some water filters that came with my Keurig but they are too small compared to the filter that is in. Are there different sizes of filters?
Just one size I’ve noticed in my MANY years using Keurigs. The holder appears too small for the filter and they do swell a little bit when you soak them for 5 minutes before installed.
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Make home gatherings more intimate with this Philips Hue white and color ambiance BR30 bulb. It can be customized to provide a gentle glow or changed to gleam in amber, all via the accompanying app. Sync this Philips Hue white and color ambiance BR30 bulb to your movies to get extra entertainment value.
I wan to buy 6 bulbs for the recessed cans in my living room. Can I control the color of each individual light or are they synced to work as one?
You can control them all at once with Siri, since I set my 4 canlights up as a group. But in the Hue App, they can be individually adjusted. The Hue app is very smart and can be adjusted to match any picture/photo you upload...each light to a different color to make a scene you choose. For example one picture of the beach can have aqua, white, blue, green lights in my setup. Hopefully pic I’ve attached is clear :)
7 years, 4 months ago
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Fundamentally redesigned and reengineered. The largest Apple Watch display yet. Built-in electrical heart sensor. New Digital Crown with haptic feedback. Low and high heart rate notifications. Fall detection and Emergency SOS. New Breathe watch faces. Automatic workout detection. New yoga and hiking workouts. Advanced features for runners like cadence and pace alerts. New head-to-head competitions. Activity sharing with friends. Personalized coaching. Monthly challenges and achievement awards. Built-in cellular~ lets you use Walkie-Talkie, make phone calls, and send messages. Stream Apple Music~ and Apple Podcasts. And use Siri in all-new ways - even while you're away from your phone. With Apple Watch Series 4, you can do it all with just your watch.
Fundamentally redesigned and reengineered. The largest Apple Watch display yet. Built-in electrical heart sensor. New Digital Crown with haptic feedback. Low and high heart rate notifications. Fall detection and Emergency SOS. New Breathe watch faces. Automatic workout detection. New yoga and hiking workouts. Advanced features for runners like cadence and pace alerts. New head-to-head competitions. Activity sharing with friends. Personalized coaching. Monthly challenges and achievement awards. Built-in cellular~ lets you use Walkie-Talkie, make phone calls, and send messages. Stream Apple Music~ and Apple Podcasts. And use Siri in all-new ways - even while you're away from your phone. With Apple Watch Series 4, you can do it all with just your watch.
