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5
Want Dolby Atmos? TCL's Z100 has you SURROUNDED!
on May 31, 2026
Posted by: SSSS
Verified Purchase:Yes
The TCL Z100 wireless surround sound speakers are built specifically for TCL TVs that feature Dolby Atmos FlexConnect in my case that would be the TCL QM9K 75" which is currently the finest TV I own. There is also a subwoofer but I have not yet bought that. I bought these with my own money from my local Best Buy and in short, with the right content and surround Codec (Dolby ATMOS) they are quite impressive.
I am a now retired Electronics Technician with a passion for audio and video and those two worlds happily collide in the realm of modern movies. I have long had a Denon AVR-X4300H bought in 2016 at my local Best Buy for our home theater. The 9.2 channel setup of consists of 9 speakers and 2 powered 8" subwoofers all wired into the Denon AVR. It is fantastic! I also own a Denon Home Soundbar paired with 2 Home 150s as wireless rear channels and a Denon Home powered subwoofer. When I got the TCL QM9K I knew my wife would want me to buy and try the companion Z100 speakers so I went to my local Best Buy and ordered up a pair!
Setup, which often takes about a half hour for best results with my Denon AVR took only a few minutes and is easily done via the controls and easy to follow instructions in the menu of the QMK series of TVs!
Did I just say setup takes minutes. That's it! Super fast and ridiculously easy.
I put on the 4K version of "Aquaman" and adjusted the TVs Volume to suit my taste. Per a quite web check, the TCL Z100 has the following in each speaker enclosure:
1 x Front-facing Dome Tweeter (silk membrane, 0.8 inches) for clear highs.
1 x Front-facing Midrange Driver (2 inches) for vocals and dialogue.
1 x Front/Down-firing Woofer (4 inches) dedicated to bass and low frequencies.
1 x Upward-firing Driver (angled at 15 degrees) specifically for overhead height
1 x Front-facing Midrange Driver (2 inches) for vocals and dialogue.
1 x Front/Down-firing Woofer (4 inches) dedicated to bass and low frequencies.
1 x Upward-firing Driver (angled at 15 degrees) specifically for overhead height
The results with the right film and volume settings are quite impressive! There was a LOT of rear channel sound coming from both the front firing and top/biotiin firing Z100s in high action sequences of "Aquaman". "Predator" was equally fantastic as was "Troy" and many more. Is it as impressive as my 9.2 channel set up? In a word, no. But it is without a doubt far more impressive in that it takes up pretty much 95% of the room space as the more involving and bulky 9.2 channel system. My wife is also much happier because of the downsizing in our media room!
I have had a Dolby Surround setup since they first became available in the mid-80s and Dolby Atmos has been with me since 2016. The TCL Z100s are both a great gateway to a fully multi-channel system and if you are lacking the space they provide much of the affect you are looking for and in truth you can add the TCL 100 Subwoofer and 2 more TCL Z100 speakers to the QM9K TV or you can have 3 TCL Z100 speakers and skip the subwoofer for a total of 5 (!) wireless Z100 speakers!! I may give that a go at a later time by adding the Z100 powered Subwoofer!
Highly recommended? Indeed!
Note: I will add this as a footnote posting to my review here on Best Buy of the TCL QM9K 75"!
Length of ownership: 13
I would recommend this to a friend!
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All you need in one powerful robot, the Roomba Plus 505 Combo Robot + AutoWash Dock deliver hands-free, detailed cleaning with remarkable reach. DualClean Mop Pads with PerfectEdge extends the mop pad 18% closer* to edges, and SmartScrub scours 2x deeper**. Vacuum with 70x more intense suction***, Carpet Boost, Multi-surface Rubber brush, and Edge-Sweeping Brush to extract and eliminate dust and debris. Dynamic dock auto-empties debris, refreshes mop pads during cleaning, then washes and heat-dries them, and self-cleans so that the dock starts clean and ends clean.
Customer Rating
5
Let's get ready to RrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrRumba!!
on May 19, 2026
Posted by: SSSS
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have long been a Roomba owner having bought 7 of them for myself, family and friends over the years and all of them bought at Best Buy. I have tested and tried others and for me iRobot seems to be one of, if not the best robotic vacuums and auto mopping units available today. So when it came time to upgrade the upstairs vacuum and having recently tested and now own a Roomba iRobot 405 Combo taking good care of out downstairs area I decided on the Roomba iRobot 505 Combo 505 and I can say without hesitation that it is yet another homerun by the folks at Roomba!
The vacuuming power is...well...even more POWERFUL. The LiDAR (Light Detection And Radar) and front mounted camera both work just as outstanding as the ones on our Roomba 405 Combo and while I have yet to have the Roomba iRobot 505 Combo wash the bathroom tile and the wood floors of the hallway sections of our upstairs my experience to date with the 405 Combo we have downstairs is that it will do so superbly! My Roomba j7(7550) is still running superbly keeping my daughter's home clean and it is several years old and I regularly clean and replace brushes and have only done the battery once so I know Roomba makes a quality product! I am a retired Electronics Technician so I know the importance of preventative maintenance and every Roomba I have bought has been very easy to maintain, including replacement of air filters and the vacuum bags in the home station of self-emptying models. The new application is easy to use and I simply followed the instructions to add it to my system and it has been working without any problems so far and in my estimation I won't have any problems with it getting stuck anywhere due to the LiDAR and camera. There are also front sensors mounted on the bottom to detect stairs so it won't accidentally take a tumble and I have NEVER had a Roomba fall down the stairs in all the years I have owned them. They have been outstanding in every way for us!
Years ago my j7 model took well over an hour and half or so to map out our home's downstairs and about the same for the upstairs when I moved it there but with LiDAR the same mapping took only 10 or so minutes and the unit was back at home base waiting for me to send it on its maiden cleaning voyage! That is fantastic and while the 505 Combo has front bumpers for collision and mapping it rarely needs them, again thanks to the advanced LiDAR and the camera is there to monitor for cables or pet waste (poop!) and you can turn the camera off or on in the application or let it send you a photo of what it encounters during cleaning.
I do not take lightly writing a review and I can honestly recommend this iRobot Roomba 505 Combo for anyone wanting a quality, easy to use and reliable vacuum/mop.
Length of ownership: 11
I would recommend this to a friend!
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5
What? You don't know the Roomba?! Let's dance!!
on May 17, 2026
Posted by: SSSS
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have long been a Roomba owner having bought 7 of them for myself, family and friends over the years and all of them bought at Best Buy. I have bought and tried others and for me, iRobot seems to be one of, if not the best robotic vacuums and auto mopping units available today. So when it came time to upgrade the upstairs vacuum and having recently tested and now own a Roomba iRobot 405 Combo taking good care of our downstairs area I decided on the Roomba iRobot 505 Combo and I can say without hesitation that it is yet another home run by the folks at Roomba!
The vacuuming power is...well...even more POWERFUL. The LiDAR (Light Detection And Radar) and front mounted camera work just as outstanding as the ones on our Roomba iRobot 405 Combo and while I have yet to have the Roomba iRobot 505 Combo wash the bathroom tile and the wood floors of the hallway sections of our upstairs my experience to date with the 405 Combo we have downstairs is that it will do so superbly! My Roomba j7(7550) is still running superbly keeping my daughter's home clean and it is several years old and I regularly clean and replace brushes and have only done the battery once so I know Roomba makes a quality product! I am a retired Electronics Technician so I know the importance of preventative maintenance and every Roomba I have bought has been very easy to maintain, including replacement of air filters and the vacuum bags in the home station of self-emptying models. The new application is easy to use and I simply followed the instructions to add it to my system and it has been working without any problems so far and in my estimation I won't have any problems with it getting stuck anywhere due to the LiDAR and camera. There are also front sensors mounted on the bottom to detect stairs so it won't accidentally take a tumble and I have NEVER had a Roomba fall down the stairs in all the years I have owned them. They have been outstanding in every way for us!
Years ago my j7 model took well over an hour and half or so to map out our home's downstairs and about the same for the upstairs when I moved it there but with LiDAR the same mapping took only 10 or so minutes and the unit was back at home base waiting for me to send it on its maiden cleaning voyage! That is fantastic and while the 505 Combo has front bumpers for collision and mapping it rarely needs them, again thanks to the advanced LiDAR and the camera is there to monitor for cables or pet waste (poop!) and you can turn the camera off or on in the application or let it send you a photo of what it encounters during cleaning.
I do not take lightly writing a review and I can honestly recommend the Roomba iRobot 505 Combo for anyone wanting a quality, easy to use and maintain, reliable vacuum/mop.
Length of ownership: 14
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Value
5
Ease of Use
5
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Ready for whatever your day brings, MacBook Neo flies through everyday tasks and apps. Choose from four stunning colors in a durable aluminum design. With a brilliant 13-inch Liquid Retina display, the A18 Pro chip built for AI and Apple Intelligence, and up to 16 hours of battery life, it~s an amazing Mac at a surprising price.
Customer Rating
5
MacBook Neo - It is The One.,..
on May 6, 2026
Posted by: SSSS
Verified Purchase:Yes
I purchased this for my daughter to use in home schooling her children. She grew up using Apple computers and is very comfortable with them, as am I. She has owned and used a MacBook Pro that I bought for her several years ago but I thought it was time to get her something newer.
She is so very pleased with every aspect of this new MacBook Neo. She tells me that it is much, much faster than her old MacBook Pro (which she is keeping for her children to familiarize them with the Apple OS!). It takes very little time to boot up or shut down and the speed of the new processor is amazingly fast. The screen is also bright and displays artwork, lessons and pictures perfectly with her peripherals including their older printer that she uses for printing out lessons for her children!
All in all she says it is a fantastic computer and she is thrilled to have it!
Length of ownership: 46
I would recommend this to a friend!
Battery Life
5
Speed
5
Display
5
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Things are looking bright! The U6 series smart display from Hisense makes Mini-LED accessible to everyone. Mini-LED along with QLED Quantum Dot color technology create a more colorful and realistic picture that appears sharp no matter the light. Whether you~re a move buff, sports fan or gamer, experience the lasts in cinema-quality technology from the comfort of your own home.
Customer Rating
5
#4 of 5 Hisense TVs I have recently bought...
on April 14, 2025
Posted by: SSSS
Verified Purchase:Yes
...Because Hisense is HIGH Quality that is also very AFFORDABLE!
I bought this for my big sister and she is THRILLED with it! She likes the incredibly bright, colorful and sharp picture and the sound is equally impressive.
This is the 4th 65" Hisense I have bought from Best Buy in the last year or so and I just bought a 5th one for my little sister!
Highly recommended?! YES! I bought the first one for myself and the other 4 for my family and friends! That should tell you how much I recommend Hisense!
Length of ownership: 29
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Picture Quality
5
Sound Quality
5
Brightness
5
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Add an aftermarket radio into your 2010 or later Ford Mustang vehicle's dash with this Maestro ADS-KIT-MUS01 installation kit that features OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) fit and finish, which retains your vehicle's LCD screen functionality.
Customer Rating
5
I am trying again!!
on January 9, 2025
Posted by: SSSS
Verified Purchase:Yes
I bought this because the original I had purchased a few years ago NEVER worked right. It kept losing the feature set for the selection buttons on my '11 Mustang and I would wind up having no climate controls, steering wheels controls and more things either non-operative or completely wrong for my vehicle.
The Install Team at Best Buy San Diego did great job installing setting up this and so far I have not had any problems.
They are excellent technicians and I can't recommend the enough and would gladly give them Five Stars for their professional work. Dylan deserves a special mention as he has been a great help to me with my car stereo over the last few years.
Length of ownership: 33
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
4
Quality
4
Value
4
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The Denon Home Amplifier is a premium audio solution that levels up your home entertainment and is designed to revolutionize your listening experience. Boasting powerful class D amplification, it delivers 100W per channel, ensuring unparalleled sound clarity for every moment. Enjoy your favorite music throughout your home easily with built-in HEOS technology, compatible with popular streaming services like Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music HD, Pandora, TIDAL, TuneIn, iHeartRadio, Sirius XM, and Deezer. Dive into immersive audio experiences with Dolby Digital Plus decoding, ensuring consistent sound quality whether you're watching movies, TV shows, or concerts. With HEOS multi-room streaming via Wi-Fi, Airplay 2, and Bluetooth, get unlimited wireless connectivity for effortless enjoyment. Easily integrate with your TV using HDMI eARC for high-quality audio, while IR learning allows convenient control via your TV remote. Compact yet versatile, this amplifier fits seamlessly into any home setup, offering enhanced bass performance and customizable sound tailored to your preferences. Trust in Denon's legacy of over a century in premium audio engineering for unmatched quality, durability, and exceptional home entertainment. Discover a new level of audio excellence with the Denon Home Amplifier, setting the standard for immersive listening experiences that captivate and inspire. Experience audio bliss like never before.
Customer Rating
5
Simply the best system for whole house Music!!!!!
on January 2, 2025
Posted by: SSSS
Verified Purchase:Yes
This newest HEOS acquisition is simply outstanding! I have bought over 25 HEOS equipped products for myself and family and friends and am thoroughly familiar with the quality of Denon and Marantz audio equipment and this Amp is another reminder of why I buy Denon and Marantz from Best Buy.
I have it hooked up to a pair of Klipsch towers that I bought a couple of years ago at Best Buy and a 10" powered sub. Outstanding performance and it does all that I need in the room I installed it in.
If you have wanted to experience the ease of use that is HEOS and the quality that is Denon but want to use your own passive speaker? Buy this little beauty and be prepared to be happily satisfied.
It doesn't take up any real room and neither ads nor detracts from its surroundings. It is unobtrusive but nicely styled and I have a Marantz CD60 hooked to it and that along with HEOS streaming Amazon Music HD, SiriusXM and Pandora along with a ton of Internet Stations (currently 70 presets in my HEOS system) like the Great American Songbook out of the Netherlands, you cannot go wrong.
The recent update to HEOS has made it all even easier to use and group rooms and speakers as your system grows and it will grow because of the ease and convenience of HEOS.
I am ready to buy another HEOS Home Amp but it appears they are out so I may well buy the Marantz version. Either way I know for fact (I have used HEOS since 2016) every product from Denon/Marantz that is a part of the HEOS line will work together!
Highly recommended. YES! Like I said, I not only own HEOS but have given HEOS speakers to a great many people, including a friend in her 80s and she just loves it. She listens to music from Italy as she speaks fluent Italian!
Length of ownership: 19
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5
Quality
5
Value
5
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Powerful. Easy to use. Versatile. The new iPad has a beautiful 10.2-inch Retina display, powerful A13 Bionic chip, an Ultra Wide front camera with Center Stage, and works with Apple Pencil and the Smart Keyboard.~ iPad lets you do more, more easily. All for an incredible value.
Customer Rating
5
So good I have purchased 3 over the last 6 months!
on August 9, 2024
Posted by: SSSS
Verified Purchase:Yes
This was purchased as a present for my daughter as her iPad Mini was getting a bit long in the tooth.
I also gave one to her husband and of course I already bought one for me. That should tell you the level of confidence I have in Apple's iPad.
Like my own iPad, this one is (per my daughter) F A S T!! I also gave her the Apple Pen (Gen. 1) and she is using to teach her daughter to write!
My daughter is more than pleased with the performance, the applications that immediately transferred over from her old iPad Mini and the quality of the screen. And it is fast! Much faster than her iPad Mini was!
The battery lasts a very long time and she said it will go for several days and still have plenty of charge left. Because it is used by her daughter, I bought a cover for it. iPads are durable but a year old can test their limits so it is best to be safe!
As I said, I have bought 3 of these in the last six months and all from Best Buy! Trust me. I know what I'm doin' when I'm reviewin'!
Highly recommended? Yup!
Length of ownership: 6
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Battery Life
5
Display
5
Durability
5
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The Dyson V8 cordless vacuum cleaner is engineered with the power, versatility, tools and run time to clean homes with pets. Dyson~s de-tangling Motorbar cleaner head deep cleans carpets and hard floors with hair removal vanes that clear long hair and pet hair from the brush bar. The innovative Hair screw tool with a conical brush bar is perfect for cleaning upholstery and pet beds. The Dyson V8 has advanced, whole-machine filtration that captures pet allergens and fine dust, expelling cleaner air. Thanks to the cordless format, it also transforms into a handheld vacuum with one click so you can clean up high, down low and everywhere in-between. Comes with a 2-year warranty and lifetime Dyson support.
Customer Rating
5
Another great Dyson product!
on July 27, 2024
Posted by: SSSS
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have long been a Dyson enthusiast. We have or have given as presents, multiple Dyson Air purifiers, upright vacuums and Cordless vacuums to family and friends. They are all quality built machines that work year in and out to help you keep your home clean!
This Dyson V8 is the newest edition to our family cleaning arsenal and per my wife it is wonderful!
This Dyson V8 is the newest edition to our family cleaning arsenal and per my wife it is wonderful!
I use a Dyson V11 upstairs but my wife wanted a lighter version so I go her the Dyson V8 for use downstairs and on the stairs! It is used primarily for quick pickups and for keeping the staircase clean and it does all of that with ease.
Powerful? Yup!
Light and easy to manage? Yup!
Did I mention how powerful it is? It really is! And the attachments make clean so much easier, believe me.
Light and easy to manage? Yup!
Did I mention how powerful it is? It really is! And the attachments make clean so much easier, believe me.
I cannot sing the praises of Dyson's V8 enough. My wife is happy and that is important to me!
Thank you!
Length of ownership: 11
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Cleaning Quality
5
Ease of Assembly
5
Maneuverability
5
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The Cuisinart Chef~s Style Tabletop Grill delivers the performance of a full sized grill with the convenience of portability. This grill fires up with 20,000 BTUs of meat searing heat across 275 square inches of cooking space. With all of that power comes a lot of control as well. Two independently controlled burners allow you to set different heat zones for cooking all your barbeque foods and the built in thermometer monitors the grill temp for you. The stainless finish will look as good at your home as it will on the road.
Customer Rating
5
Perhaps the best present ever!
on July 27, 2024
Posted by: SSSS
Verified Purchase:Yes
I got this for my son-in-law as he and our daughter and their 3 young children live in a town home and space is at a premium.
In a word they tell me that this grill is - FANTASTIC!
I have been told that it heats ups FAST and cooks quickly and evenly. It is easy to use, easy to clean and very easy to store when you are done using it!
It is perfect for up for a small family especially so with little ones! They previously had a large BBQ and there just wasn't enough room to be able to use and store it so they brought it over to my home and my wife and I use it instead.
They missed having a grill so I bought this for them and it has been nothing short of one of the best presents I have given to them!
I highly recommend this Cuisinart Grill. It is a high quality piece of cooking equipment that is certain to make cookouts in a limited amount of space, fast and easy!
Length of ownership: 44
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
5
Ease of Use
5
Value
5
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The Award-winning Hisense U8 Series Mini-LED TV just got even better. With Peak Brightness 1500 and more than double the local dimming zones as last year, along with Quantum Dot Color, Dolby Vision HDR, and Low Reflecton panel technology, the U8 delivers unmatched brightness, contrast and detail. And, with Dolby Atmos and an upgraded 50w 2.1.2 multi-channel audio system, the U8 creates an immersive cinema experience in your home. In additon, the U8 is compatible with the new Wifi 6E router protocol and includes a NEXTGEN TV ATSC 3.0 tuner making the U8 virtually future-proof. With the Google TV OS and Hands-Free Voice Control, searching for and playing all your favorite content is simple and seamless. Just say ~Hey Google~. The U8 also got more upgrades for the gaming enthusiast including a 144Hz VRR panel, Dolby Vision Gaming and FreeSync Premium Pro for an enhanced gaming experience. And, be2er also just got bigger with the U8H now available in an 85~ screen size.
Overall
4 out of 5
4 out of 5Great TV but...
By SSSS
Other than a weird " mosaic" look to some black areas on the screen the picture is great. But..
I absolutely HATE that this TV with my Denon AVR-X4300H. My previous TV didn't have the Denon turn on automatically when I turned on the TV and then drive me NUTSO by trying to upset me (and it does!) by going through and turning on every source connected but never the one I want which is usually nothing at all.
I HATE that and I know it's the new TV because the previous one didn't do that. Hisense? Help!
I have unplugged all sources to stop this but then when I want to watch a UHD Disc I have to get back there and plug it back in. I am handicapped and this really sucks. I've looked and cannot find why this TV does this so I am hoping Hisense and make some sense of this and tell me where to turn it OFF!!!!
Again, I absolutely HATE this "feature" of turning on media sources and being a handicapped senior I am about to give up and throw this piece in the trash!
H E L P. Please?
SSSS
SSSS
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Hisense where are you"
January 14, 2024
I would very much appreciate it if you could help me with the TV I bought. The Hisense U8 65". Not a peep has been heard or read on what to do about my problem with the TV.
I see 2 idiots said my review wasn't helpful? It was TRUTHFUL and if you cannot handle the truth not my problem. If I don't hear from Hisense this thing goes back under warranty.
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The Award-winning Hisense U8 Series Mini-LED TV just got even better. With Peak Brightness 1500 and more than double the local dimming zones as last year, along with Quantum Dot Color, Dolby Vision HDR, and Low Reflecton panel technology, the U8 delivers unmatched brightness, contrast and detail. And, with Dolby Atmos and an upgraded 50w 2.1.2 multi-channel audio system, the U8 creates an immersive cinema experience in your home. In additon, the U8 is compatible with the new Wifi 6E router protocol and includes a NEXTGEN TV ATSC 3.0 tuner making the U8 virtually future-proof. With the Google TV OS and Hands-Free Voice Control, searching for and playing all your favorite content is simple and seamless. Just say ~Hey Google~. The U8 also got more upgrades for the gaming enthusiast including a 144Hz VRR panel, Dolby Vision Gaming and FreeSync Premium Pro for an enhanced gaming experience. And, be2er also just got bigger with the U8H now available in an 85~ screen size.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Great TV but...
By SSSS
Other than a weird " mosaic" look to some black areas on the screen the picture is great. But..
I absolutely HATE that this TV with my Denon AVR-X4300H. My previous TV didn't have the Denon turn on automatically when I turned on the TV and then drive me NUTSO by trying to upset me (and it does!) by going through and turning on every source connected but never the one I want which is usually nothing at all.
I HATE that and I know it's the new TV because the previous one didn't do that. Hisense? Help!
I have unplugged all sources to stop this but then when I want to watch a UHD Disc I have to get back there and plug it back in. I am handicapped and this really sucks. I've looked and cannot find why this TV does this so I am hoping Hisense and make some sense of this and tell me where to turn it OFF!!!!
Again, I absolutely HATE this "feature" of turning on media sources and being a handicapped senior I am about to give up and throw this piece in the trash!
H E L P. Please?
SSSS
SSSS
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January 30, 2024
Hisense? Nonsense. Still waiting to hear from the manufacturer. Other folks are not experiencing this so I THINK it is just my TV and one would THINK Hisense would help but to date one freakin' email saying I would hear from them and I have not. FTN.
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The Award-winning Hisense U8 Series Mini-LED TV just got even better. With Peak Brightness 1500 and more than double the local dimming zones as last year, along with Quantum Dot Color, Dolby Vision HDR, and Low Reflecton panel technology, the U8 delivers unmatched brightness, contrast and detail. And, with Dolby Atmos and an upgraded 50w 2.1.2 multi-channel audio system, the U8 creates an immersive cinema experience in your home. In additon, the U8 is compatible with the new Wifi 6E router protocol and includes a NEXTGEN TV ATSC 3.0 tuner making the U8 virtually future-proof. With the Google TV OS and Hands-Free Voice Control, searching for and playing all your favorite content is simple and seamless. Just say ~Hey Google~. The U8 also got more upgrades for the gaming enthusiast including a 144Hz VRR panel, Dolby Vision Gaming and FreeSync Premium Pro for an enhanced gaming experience. And, be2er also just got bigger with the U8H now available in an 85~ screen size.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Great TV but...
By SSSS
Other than a weird " mosaic" look to some black areas on the screen the picture is great. But..
I absolutely HATE that this TV with my Denon AVR-X4300H. My previous TV didn't have the Denon turn on automatically when I turned on the TV and then drive me NUTSO by trying to upset me (and it does!) by going through and turning on every source connected but never the one I want which is usually nothing at all.
I HATE that and I know it's the new TV because the previous one didn't do that. Hisense? Help!
I have unplugged all sources to stop this but then when I want to watch a UHD Disc I have to get back there and plug it back in. I am handicapped and this really sucks. I've looked and cannot find why this TV does this so I am hoping Hisense and make some sense of this and tell me where to turn it OFF!!!!
Again, I absolutely HATE this "feature" of turning on media sources and being a handicapped senior I am about to give up and throw this piece in the trash!
H E L P. Please?
SSSS
SSSS
SoCal
Finally!
March 31, 2024
I fixed the "mosaic" effect that plagued deep black backgrounds. Now the picture is at last, SUPERB! Even after turning off the HDMI feature that seeks out and turns on associated equipment it still does just that. So...I just keep turning them off until it finally gives up. I never heard from Hisense and I am disappointed with that aspect but I would not give the TV 5 Stars for its overall performance.
And no! This reviewer DOES NOT RECALL EVER HAVING received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review. The pusillanimous out there need to realize that not every review I do will not reveal a genuine problem.
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Smoke, grease and cooking odors have no place in your kitchen. But neither do bulky hood vents that overpower your design sensibilities. LG STUDIO wall-mounted hood vents offer a streamlined, low-profile look that occupies minimal visual space, paired with a professional-grade 600 CFM blower that delivers ultimate air movement. The theme of powerful performance and refined style continues, with dual level LED lighting that brilliantly illuminates the cooktop surface and sophisticated, touch controls. Available in 30~ and 36~ widths in elegant black stainless steel; classic stainless steel finish.
Overall
1 out of 5
1 out of 5Beware of LG's HORRID customer service.
By SSSS
This purchase has been a NIGHTMARE! LG has left us with a dead unit for several months now and this after I spent several thousands of dollars on their Studio line of Kitchen appliances for our home. An oven. A dishwasher. A refrigerator and this piece of garbage Range Hood.
The hood has not worked in MONTHS and LG does nothing but give us the runaround. I have jumped through their hoops like a trained dog at a circus! Their customer service is TERRIBLE. There are supposedly 120 of the Range Hoods in LG's warehouse and yet they cannot get one to me?
Now they want me to remove the Serial Number/Model Number sticker from the hood and cut it in half and take a picture of it and send it to them. I have sent them photos of said sticker. I have sent the photos of the receipt that I actually bought this from Best Buy (several times I have sent this!) and they do NOTHING!
Their customer service center is useless as NOTHING is done by them. I have asked for help from "management" and it is promised and then...NOTHING is done by them.
They keep ignoring me across the board and one supposes it is their hope that I will give up. I am NOT giving up!
LG treats their customers as if they are lying. We have had multiple LG Technicians out to fix this thing and after the 4th time failing to do so, the Techs were told "No RA is authorized!" They are treating me like crap. LG's customer service is non-existent.
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LG Studio Range Hood UPDATE!
June 30, 2024
I would very much like to commend two Best Buy Employees that helped us with out problem with LG and our Studio Range Hood. With the kind assistance and hard work of Bailey and Jenny our non-functioning for months Range Hood was replaced by Best Buy. I have nothing but praise for these two women and Best Buy. LG treated us poorly but when I contacted Jenny and Bailey they went to work right away and after waiting months for LG to do nothing but ignore us, they had set up a date for the defective unit to be removed and a new, fully functioning Studio Range Hood installed!
I always purchase my electronics, appliances and more from Best Buy. I have been doing so for decades now and Best Buy has always be wonderful to us. LG on the other hand ignored me for months on a product that was brand new. I am and will continue to be a Best Buy Total Tech Member and customer because of Jenny and Bailey as well as everyone I have come to know over the years at the Best Buy locations I use (Chula Vista and San Diego) because they have always been very helpful.
If I could amend my review to show 5 ***** STARS right now, I would have done so and all because of Best Buy's excellent people. I originally purchased (all from LG's Studio Collection) the Range Hood, an Oven, Dishwasher and my favorite, a side by side refrigerator with 2 ice makers and a pull out lower freezer with help from Jenny and her staff. She has been a tremendous help on this as has Bailey and I cannot express my gratitude enough to Best Buy for these two wonderful people. They worked as the perfect team to help us get our defective Range Hood replaced quickly and professionally.
The new unit works as advertised which is all anyone could ask of a product. Thank you Jenny and Bailey and thank you Best Buy for having them there to help my wife and I.
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Step into the future of home stereo music with the Marantz Model M1 wireless streaming amplifier. Delivering an impressive 125W per channel at 4 Ohms or 100W at 8 Ohms, this powerhouse ensures your speakers reproduce accurate sound without any distortion. The amplifier's versatility allows you to play music in multiple ways. Whether it's through Apple Airplay 2, Bluetooth, USB, RCA input, TOSLINK, or HDMI input, the options are endless. Audiophiles can experience high-resolution audio playback over network, streaming services, and USB, with support for 24-bit/192kHz PCM and DSD audio files. With built-in HEOS play wireless streaming from your favorite streaming services like Spotify, Pandora, TIDAL, and more. Leveraging the powerful built-in HEOS, you can use multiple MODEL M1s to create a multi-zone music distribution system. Alternatively, pair this Marantz amplifier with your existing HEOS-enabled Marantz Hi-Fi or home theater system. Enhance your TV viewing experience with Dolby Digital +, delivering high-quality sound from TV sources. Plus, HDMI (eARC) ensures high bandwidth and minimum compression, transmitting audio signals from your TV to the amplifier without any lag. And not just on sound, the Model M1 also excels in design, featuring a sleek metal grill top design that enhances the aesthetics of any room. Install the amplifier discreetly with the threaded mounting point, ensuring it blends seamlessly into your home decor. Rest assured knowing that the amplifier's highly efficient thermal management system prevents overheating, making it ideal for hassle-free multi-room music playback. Experience the perfect fusion of performance, versatility, and design with the Marantz MODEL M1 amplifier.
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4 out of 5Great amp, limited by Heos
By Elsket
[Employee of bestbuy] The amplifier has enough wattage to drive practically any speaker, including my Bowers & Wilkins 704 s3 towers and my Martin Logan Motion 15i bookshelf speakers. I have this plugged permanently into my office production PC, running a 2.1 system with the virtual sound mode helping to fill the entire room with sound. The only thing keeping it from 5 stars is the reliance on the Heos app (which cannot be installed onto a PC or TV), and lack of physical controls on the device past play/pause, forward and backwards. Lack of volume control, input select, etc without either your phone or your tv remote mean you're reliant on your portable devices to control it. Not a huge deal for a STREAMING amp, as you probably will be working around that anyways, but it is annoying nonetheless.
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HEOS is SUPERB and user friendly!
December 25, 2024
There is a volume control on the front of the M1. There are also "PLAY" and "PAUSE" controls on the front of the M1. As for the HEOS applicatiom? I find it easy and rather intuitive, at lease once you have familiarized yourself with it. There was a recent update to this application that makes grouping speakers/rooms easier than before. I went over it via telephone with my sister-in-law and she is thrilled with this aspect of the new features.
I have owned HEOS equipment since 2016 and it is without a doubt the easiest interface for home audio I have yet used. When I retired I bought with my own money 20 HEOS speakers from my local Best Buy to use at home as well as give to friends and family. They were the Home 150 and Home 250 models. HEOS works. I gave a set to a friend in her 80s and she can use it with ease and is so happy that she can now listen to music from Italy (she is fluent in Italian!).
No application is completely without annoyances but that is why there are updates and to date Denon/Marantz have been doing just that with this application. Denon HEOS speakers since the 2nd Generation are all High Resolution capable. In other words, they are far more capable of playing at bit rates and frequencies than the human ear can detect. I have 2nd gen speakers along with the newest Home series throughout our home. Even in my garage for my home gym! I will soon be giving five friends of mine each a Home 150 (no charge!) and I will set it up and show them how to navigate just as I did with my friend in her 80s. Why? Because I can. I want people to experience the soundtrack of their life with HEOS in their home. HEOS does not require that you have a HEOS equipped AVR (tho' I own and use 2 of them in our home!).
I never lie. It just works and works just fine! It is "Roon" ready if that is your cup o' tea. I tried it for over 2 months and did not find Roon at all useful to ME but that does not mean it will not be useful to others! I don't need Roon to help me hit "PLAY" or "RANDOM PLAY", LOL! I can easily play my CD collection via HEOS anywhere in our home that has a HEOS speaker. The same is true of my 20,000+ songs on any of my computers! I can also play vinyl records the same way, although I must admit it is not as good sounding as CDs or streaming but that is to be expected as the source is vinyl. Any that think I need a better turntable should know that I have a Pro-Ject X Series in walnut that I bought at Best Buy. The 'table is fantastic but the medium via WiFi is not as nice as it is directly played, if you will.
I wrote this to help people learn about HEOS. It really is fantastic and easy to use! I highly recommend it to everyone that just wants to enjoy their music anywhere in the home. I just bought a Denon Home Amp for use with a pair of towers in the garage gym and next will be a Marantz Model M1 for some seasoned citizen friends of mine in their living room at their home with their speakers! HEOS is that easy!
Thanks!
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Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G is crafted so you don~t need to choose between video and photo. With a single tap, you can pull super-clear stills straight from high-resolution 8K video. Or if you~re looking to capture stunning photos, the 108MP camera feels like you~ve brought your own professional studio with you. Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G, designed to be epic in every way.
Does Samsung in general and this model in particular work well with Android Auto? My Motorola Z3 Play is awful in this regard and I am thinking of returning to Apple because of that. Thanks!
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The Motorola edge is the perfect combination of a high-quality 6.8~ Max Vision display that lets you watch shows on the largest display in its class. The insanely fast 144Hz refresh rate looks super smooth. Plus, true-to-life colors with improved brightness and contrast.
Does this work with Android Auto or not? The reason i ask is that I have a Motorla Z3 Play that doesn't play well with Android Auto at ALL. I had an iPhone and may go back but want to know about this model and Android Auto. Thanks!
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At less than two inches tall, the slim and compact Studio 3D Mini Sound Bar delivers powerful home theater and virtual surround sound with sonic precision and deep, accurate bass from the 8~ long-throw wireless subwoofer. Features a six-driver array - (4) four 1~ x 3~ racetrack drivers and (2) two 1~ aluminum dome tweeters for powerful, 3D virtual surround sound. Experience theater-grade audio quality with this 4.1 channel soundbar system that supports DTS:X and Dolby Atmos for impactful, 3D surround sound. Watch 4K and HDR video (HDR10 and Dolby Vision) with the HDMI video section of the Studio 3D Mini via 1 HDMI input and 1 HDMI output (eARC). Maximize your home theater and enjoy hi-res, high dynamic range, cinematic-quality video content. Access millions of available songs from the popular streaming apps or stream the music of your choice from your own digital library with built-in HEOS.
As this soundbar/subwoofer are HEOS compatible will they also be able to utilize Denon Home 150 speakers as wireless rear channels for surround? If so, that would be great!
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Upgrade your movie and music experience with the 4.0 Channel Denon Home Sound Bar 550 that features a 26~ compact profile and delivers powerful, balanced audio. With a six-array driver arrangement - premium .75" soft dome tweeters, 2.15" full-range drivers, and 2.15" x 3.5" passive radiators, the sound bar delivers immersive 3D surround sound in hi-res audio formats like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X for theater grade surround sound. The sound bar supports 4K video quality, Dolby Vision and HDR for an extraordinary cinematic experience with stunning, nuanced contrast, detailed imaging, and brilliant colors and depth. Access millions of available songs from the popular streaming apps or wirelessly stream the music of your choice from your own digital library with built-in HEOS. With built-in Alexa, the sound bar supports effortless voice control that allows you to control volume, inputs, audio levels, and audio modes with just simple voice commands. The sound bar also allows hands-free control through Home Automation Systems like Control4, Crestron, URC, Elan, and more. With a quick-setup guide and all the necessary cables included, set up your sound bar in minutes and enjoy room-filling audio.
Would you please tell me what wireless Denon subwoofer(s) are compatible with this soundbar and the two Denon Home 150s I plan to use for the rear channels? Thank you!
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Upgrade your movie and music experience with the 4.0 Channel Denon Home Sound Bar 550 that features a 26~ compact profile and delivers powerful, balanced audio. With a six-array driver arrangement - premium .75" soft dome tweeters, 2.15" full-range drivers, and 2.15" x 3.5" passive radiators, the sound bar delivers immersive 3D surround sound in hi-res audio formats like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X for theater grade surround sound. The sound bar supports 4K video quality, Dolby Vision and HDR for an extraordinary cinematic experience with stunning, nuanced contrast, detailed imaging, and brilliant colors and depth. Access millions of available songs from the popular streaming apps or wirelessly stream the music of your choice from your own digital library with built-in HEOS. With built-in Alexa, the sound bar supports effortless voice control that allows you to control volume, inputs, audio levels, and audio modes with just simple voice commands. The sound bar also allows hands-free control through Home Automation Systems like Control4, Crestron, URC, Elan, and more. With a quick-setup guide and all the necessary cables included, set up your sound bar in minutes and enjoy room-filling audio.
Can Denon's Home 150 wireless speakers be set up as wireless rear surrounds for the Home Sound Bar 550?
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My first version of this laptop was great with the exception of the touchscreen becoming non-op at random moments. Frustrating. So I returned it and got another one. Well...This one does the exact same thing. Is this an ASUS thing? Help please!
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HP ENVY x360 Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Stay productive on the go with this HP Envy X360 convertible laptop. Featuring an AMD Ryzen 7 processor and 8GB of RAM, this computer loads applications fast. This HP Envy X360 convertible laptop has a 512GB SSD stores plenty of files and provides fast booting, while the 360-degree hinge offers easy conversion between laptop and tablet modes.
Is the battery replaceable and by that I mean is it or is it not hard soldered to the motherboard or does it have a ribbon cable with Molex connector to the board? How many RAM slots are there and what is max ram (and type) I can install, please?
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Bring vibrant visuals to your screen anywhere, anytime with the versatility of a 360 degree hinge, long battery life and simultaneous pen and touch support.
Since the RAM is hard soldered on, can the battery be replaced or not, please? Thank you!
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Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 14ARE05 Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Get your projects done with this Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 two-in-one laptop. The 512GB SSD provides high-performance storage, while AMD Radeon graphics produce detailed visuals on the 14-inch Full HD touchscreen. This Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 two-in-one laptop boasts an AMD Ryzen 7 processor and 8GB of RAM for responsive multitasking, and the bendback design offers flexibility.
Can the battery be replaced or not? Thank you!
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Samsung Galaxy Book Flex a Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Stay productive at work with this Samsung Galaxy Book Flex laptop. The Intel UHD integrated graphics render vivid visuals on the 13.3-inch Full HD touch screen, while the 512GB SSD ensures speedy file storage and access. This Samsung Galaxy Book Flex laptop has an Intel Core i7 processor and 12GB of RAM for running multiple programs at once.
Since I returned this I've yet to see Samsung address my concerns about it. It kept locking up requiring a hard-boot? Why? The speakers were horrid? Why? And is the battery replaceable or not? Still looking for a new laptop. Gave my son an iPad Air.
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The largest, most advanced Always-on Retina display yet makes everything you do with your Apple Watch Series 7 bigger and better. Series 7 is the most durable Apple Watch ever built, with an even more crack-resistant front crystal. Advanced features let you measure your blood oxygen level,~ take an ECG anytime,~ and access mindfulness and sleep tracking apps. You can also track dozens of workouts, including new tai chi and pilates.
Does it connect to your current phone? or does it need its own line?
As it is marked as GPS + Cellular, it has the necessary hardware to have its own cellphone line. It just means you don't need to carry your iPhone with you to make a call via this watch. I have a GPS only Apple Watch and when the iPhone is nearby and connected via Wifi?Bluetooth I can answer the call via my watch. Kinda sorta like Dick Tracy's 2-Way wrist TV. Well...kinda. Not sorta. LOL!
Either version of this watch will serve you well. So far, I don't really miss not having a watch that is also a standalone cell phone as I have my iPhone with me most of the day. And yes. The extra phone line for the watch will cost your whatever you carrier charges for another line.
Either version of this watch will serve you well. So far, I don't really miss not having a watch that is also a standalone cell phone as I have my iPhone with me most of the day. And yes. The extra phone line for the watch will cost your whatever you carrier charges for another line.
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Only at Best BuyChill drinks at your next party with this Insignia portable ice maker. The compact design fits easily on the counter, while an included scoop and basket make it easy to fill drinks and empty leftover ice. With a freezing time of seven to 13 minutes, depending on cube size, this Insignia portable ice maker ensures you're never out of ice.
Is this portable Ice Maker easy to clean? We've had issues with a similar product in the past that made it not worth the hassle.
I have no clue if there is an official procedure but...When I am done for the day making my ice, I simply turn it off, unplug it and face the drain plug toward the sink, remove the cap and let it drain. I then dry out the easily reached areas and let it sit with the lid open for a couple of hours. That's it. It seems to work for me and I use mine a LOT.
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When you live in an area that is no stranger to hot temperatures, you know that the proverbial "dry heat" can deal a crushing blow to your outdoor plans. Take back your patio, back yard, or outdoor dining area with the powerful NewAir Outdoor Misting Fan. Customizable mist volume and three fan speeds let you cool down your favorite outdoor room for instant relief ~ even when temperatures climb past 100~F. The refillable water tank and water recycler provide mess-free operation that lets your whole family enjoy barbecues, patio parties, and outdoor activities all summer long.
Can be left in the back yard (patio) is it weather ( sun , rain , dust )resistant.
Ummmmm...I would NOT leave anything like an electric fan to be soaked by rain. Otherwise, my son has used ours outside while washing his truck. And no, he does not get the fan wet too, LOL! It is an electric device. Electricity and water do not mix. It is however, an excellent fan!
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Bring down the temperature and improve air circulation with a reliable, high-velocity fan that works just as hard as you do. The motor is IPX4 water-resistant and outdoor rated to withstand wet outdoor conditions and tough indoor work environments. Its powder coated steel construction protects against scratches and scuffs, making it a durable option for your workshops, garages, or barns. Use it anywhere: mount it to the wall with the included hardware or use it on the floor with the included stand.
Do you have to plug it in a wall socket.
Yup! Cuz it's electric! And it is an excellent fan!
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Samsung Galaxy Book Flex a Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Stay productive at work with this Samsung Galaxy Book Flex laptop. The Intel UHD integrated graphics render vivid visuals on the 13.3-inch Full HD touch screen, while the 512GB SSD ensures speedy file storage and access. This Samsung Galaxy Book Flex laptop has an Intel Core i7 processor and 12GB of RAM for running multiple programs at once.
Since I returned this I've yet to see Samsung address my concerns about it. It kept locking up requiring a hard-boot? Why? The speakers were horrid? Why? And is the battery replaceable or not? Still looking for a new laptop. Gave my son an iPad Air.
Update: I NEVER heard back from Samsung so I no longer own this particular laptop.
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Vacuuming that fits seamlessly into your life. The i7+ learns your home and navigates to where the messes are, right when they happen~so you can effortlessly keep your floors clean. Just say to Google Assistant or Alexa voice assistant, ~Tell Roomba to clean under the kitchen table~ and consider it done. After each cleaning, the i7+ empties itself into Dirt Disposal bags that hold up to 60 days of debris so you can forget about vacuuming for months. Personalized cleaning recommendations and seasonal suggestions help keep floors clean year-round, and 10x the Power-Lifting suction* paired with self-emptying convenience help make life a whole lot easier.
Do you have to use Google Assistant or Alexa to operate this? Or is the Roomba app sufficient? Thanks
The Roomba App is more than sufficient. I really don't want or need (though others might!) Alexa or Hey Google to do this for me so...The Roomba Application is all you need to get this Roomba working! I can even tell both my Roombas (different models, one of which is about two or three years old now) to start cleaning remotely from my office. I simply select the Roomba app on my iPhone and tell the Roomba to start cleaning. It does so every time without fail and it does it via my cell (there is NO WiFi at my work) to my home. Roombas are my favorite robot vacuums!
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Vacuuming that fits seamlessly into your life. The i7+ learns your home and navigates to where the messes are, right when they happen~so you can effortlessly keep your floors clean. Just say to Google Assistant or Alexa voice assistant, ~Tell Roomba to clean under the kitchen table~ and consider it done. After each cleaning, the i7+ empties itself into Dirt Disposal bags that hold up to 60 days of debris so you can forget about vacuuming for months. Personalized cleaning recommendations and seasonal suggestions help keep floors clean year-round, and 10x the Power-Lifting suction* paired with self-emptying convenience help make life a whole lot easier.
Can you move the Roomba to another level in your home? Will it map out a second floor and keep multiple maps?
It should map out the new area and you can then name it 2nd Floor or whatever you choose. You would have to take the unit and physically place it there. It keeps multiple maps or at least for me it has. I suppose when charging time comes you will have to take it back downstairs or have moved the base to the second floor. I cannot recommend this Roomba enough. It has made life a little bit nicer for us! All the best!
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Backlit keyboard??
What's the operating system on this laptop?
Clean up your house from the comfort of your couch with this bObsweep PetHair robotic vacuum cleaner. Wi-Fi connectivity lets you schedule cleaning tasks from anywhere via your smartphone. This bObsweep PetHair robotic vacuum cleaner automatically returns to the charging dock when power gets low and can hold up to 600ml of dust and debris.
Does this vacuum empty itself and go to its own charging system when it’s done
Nope. It's kinda like a baby in that you have to change the poopy diapers. It takes approximately 33.3232949349434 seconds for me to do this so I bet you'll be just fine!
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