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- Review count146
- Helpfulness votes66
- First reviewJuly 20, 2018
- Last reviewAugust 25, 2025
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- Average rating3.9
- Review comment count2
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- First review commentOctober 2, 2019
- Last review commentDecember 5, 2019
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- Question count5
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- First questionJanuary 28, 2020
- Last questionNovember 1, 2021
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Maximize your kitchen space without compromising on style or performance with LG's compact convection wall oven. Engineered for modern living, this sleek and space-efficient design is the perfect solution for those who want outstanding form and function in areas where space is limited. Enjoy convection baking and built-in air fry technology.
Customer Rating
4
A very good oven with some flaws
on August 25, 2025
Posted by: surfahdude
Verified Purchase:Yes
I had to buy this oven because it was the only one that would fit the cutout for my broken St George oven. Most other ovens are 1/2 inch wider than this one.
This oven is very good. Be aware that the rail guides can only go in one way for it to work properly although it can be installed backwards. If the racks do not fit, that means the rail guides are on the wrong side. The guides have two pins, the curved pins go towards the back. If the racks do not insert on the bottom guide, then the racks are on the wrong side, swap them from right to left and VV.
Some notes. You must not use any type of oven cleaners in this oven or else it will damage the finish. The oven always defaults to a certain temp when turned on so you must set the temperature everytime. It defaults to fan convection instead of regular bake mode. It does NOT come with a roasting pan so you would need to buy one. The so-called sous-vide mode is useless and the "air-fry" mode leaves a mess. Make sure you test the oven's temp for accuracy. The oven allows you to adjust the displayed temp if the internal temp is inaccurate.
Length of ownership: 28
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
4
Value
4
Ease of Use
4
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Arlo - Ultra 2 Spotlight 3-Camera Security Bundle Indoor/Outdoor Wireless 4K Security System - White
The Arlo Ultra 2 Security Bundle (13 Pieces) is an $1,100 value if purchased separately at regular price.~ Bundle includes (3) Ultra 2 Cameras, (1) Base Station, (4) Rechargeable Batteries, (1) Dual Battery Charging Station, (3) Anti-Theft Mounts and (1) Security Yard Sign~ Experience unparalleled home security with the Arlo Ultra 2 Spotlight Camera. This advanced security camera captures stunning 4K HDR video, delivering crystal-clear footage both day and night. The wireless, weather-resistant design ensures hassle-free installation and lets you position the camera exactly where you need it, regardless of the elements. Its powerful, Integrated Spotlight illuminates crucial details like faces and license plates in vibrant color, even in low light conditions, while the expansive 180~ diagonal field of view gives the biggest picture. A free 30-day trial of an Arlo Secure Plan is included for premium features like 60-Day Video History, Person & Vehicle Recognition, Package & Animal Detection, Custom Detection, Fire Detection, 24/7 Emergency Response, and more.~
Customer Rating
1
Don't waste your time with this...
on April 1, 2024
Posted by: surfahdude
I had high expectations on the Arlo but it is a terrible product. If your camera covers any areas with trees or plants, it will activate when the wind moves the trees or the shadows. I was getting several false alerts every day.
To compound matters, you will end up subscribing for online storage as the local storage is broken. I cannot access the captured video files through the Arlo system. You have to detach the USB device and connect it to your PC to access the videos. This is a known issue and has not been fixed for a couple of years. Search "videos stored on Arlo smarthub are not available" to see the complaints. Some users have said they have to uninstall and completely reinstall the whole system to get it to work but it fails again after a few weeks.
This is totally unacceptable. I discarded the Arlo and went with Simplisafe. It is a far better security system although it is a passive system. It only alerts you after someone breaks into the home.
Mobile Submission: False
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Quality
1
Value
1
Ease of Use
3
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Keep your camera ready for action with this DigiPower RF-LPE6 rechargeable battery, which is designed to replace the LP-E6/LP-E6N battery in your DSLR or mirrorless camera. The lithium-ion battery provides reliable power for up to 750 shots per charge.
Customer Rating
4
You get what you pay for...
on November 11, 2022
Posted by: surfahdude
Verified Purchase:Yes
For the price, the Digipower battery pack does its job. You have to realize that the battery is rated with less wattage than the OEM Canon battery so you will not get the same number of shots as the original. It's just that you can't find the Canon batteries anywhere right now.
Length of ownership: 28
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Quality
4
Value
4
Ease of Use
4
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This ground loop isolator integrates into the OEM system of your vehicle to eliminate ground loops for quality audio reproduction.
Customer Rating
3
Adequate grounding device
on August 13, 2022
Posted by: surfahdude
Verified Purchase:Yes
Does it's job. Note that it might not work for all grounding issues.
Length of ownership: 522
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
4
Quality
3
Value
3
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Gaining access to 60 hours of footage shot for the 1970 album making-of documentary "Let It Be," and utilizing cutting-edge restoration techniques, Peter Jackson delivered an astonishingly comprehensive window into the twilight days of The Beatles. Through three weeks of writing and rehearsal, culminating with their full January 1969 Apple Corps rooftop concert, the creative processes, fissuring tensions, and abiding affection amongst John, Paul, George, and Ringo are revealed as never before. 7 3/4 hrs. On three discs. Widescreen; Soundtrack English.
Customer Rating
4
The only Beatle's documentary on their breakup.
on August 13, 2022
Posted by: surfahdude
Verified Purchase:Yes
It's a remake of the Beatle's Let It Be movie. I think this documentary is too long, running several hours. Wish they just remastered the original movie.
Length of ownership: 31
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Fukushima 50 [Blu-ray] [2020]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/304b2327-370a-41e7-956a-951dd4939472.png)
Customer Rating
4
A powerful drama somewhat ruined by U.S. edit
on April 15, 2022
Posted by: surfahdude
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is about the catastrophic nuclear incident at Fukushima after the 2011 Japanese Tohoku earthquake which registered a 9.1... It is based on the nuclear power plant crew and the events that occurred that prevented a China Syndrome which would have irradiated a third of Japan, rendering it unlivable.
This movie is a different cut from the Japanese domestic release. There are added American scenes (which were pretty superfluous and stupid) which distract from the overall flow of the movie. It just was not needed and was interrupting the story. It also necessitated some scenes to be cut from the original release which also removed some depth in the story.
The movies defaults to a horrible English dub. It is best to watch the movie with the original Japanese audio track with the included English subtitles.
Length of ownership: 9
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The PNY Elite-X Fit USB 3.1 Flash Drive is built for speed and convenience, making it the ideal solution for large files and demanding applications. With read speeds of up to 200MB/s, the Elite-X Fit USB 3.1 Flash Drive is up to 10x faster than standard PNY USB 2.0 Flash Drives. PNY's Elite-X Fit USB 3.1 Flash Drive is designed with convenience and portability in mind. Not only does it allow for the fast transfer and storage of files, the Elite-X Fit's micro-sized, low profile design is perfect for long-stay applications; it can be left in a desktop or laptop's USB port for an extended period of time, without interfering with everyday usage. It is compatible with USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 equipped PC and Mac desktop and laptop computers, in-car stereos, game consoles, printers, and TV~s, and backwards compatible with USB 2.0.
Customer Rating
4
A really compact USB flash drive
on March 4, 2022
Posted by: surfahdude
Verified Purchase:Yes
This flash drive is hard to beat for the price. Unfortunately, like nearly all flash drives, the write speed is pretty abysmal. While rated for 150MB/s read speed, the write speed is a painful 15MB/s, i.e. it will take two hours to fill the flash drive with data.
Still, it is a bit faster than the Sandisk flash drives (and I really mean a bit). I use these small sized drives to store my MP3 music files for my car. They are great because of their small size so i don't really have to worry about breaking the drive when it is sticking out of the USB port in the car.
Length of ownership: 1
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5
Quality
4
Value
4
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With dreams of diving abroad, Tsuneo gets a job assisting Josee, whose art takes her far beyond her home. But when the tide turns against them, they push each other to places they never thought possible and inspire a love fit for a storybook.
Customer Rating
5
Probably the best anime in 2021...
on March 4, 2022
Posted by: surfahdude
Verified Purchase:Yes
This anime is based on a Japanese short story by Seiko Tanabe. The novel was made into a Japanese and also a Korean movie. Interestingly, each production has a completely different ending. The anime ends on a happy note unlike the two other film releases. The anime has a critic score of 100% on Rotten Tomatoes.
The artwork in the anime is excellent. The soundtrack is decent. the storyline is about a college student who encounters a handicapped girl who is trying to get exposed to outside life instead of being isolated at home.
While not as good as "A Silent Voice", this anime is still highly recommended,
Length of ownership: 21
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
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MK540 Advanced is an instantly familiar wireless keyboard and mouse combo built for precision, comfort and reliability. The full-size keyboard features a familiar key shape, size, and feeling ~ optimized for precision and noise reduction. The palmrest and adjustable tilt legs keep you comfortable for long stretches and the contoured mouse is designed to fit perfectly into either palm. Plug and play your keyboard and mouse with one tiny USB receiver with Logitech Unifying technology. You~ll get a reliable ~ and encrypted ~ wireless connection up to 32.8 ft away with virtually no delays or dropouts.
Customer Rating
4
Good keyboard for the price.
on February 25, 2022
Posted by: surfahdude
Verified Purchase:Yes
Not as good as my older Logitech keyboard which was backlit, but other than that, it's just as good, especially with the included wireless mouse..
Length of ownership: 23
Mobile Submission: False
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
4
Quality
4
Value
5
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![Dune (4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray) [UHD] [Standard] [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/b9ed0948-cb86-4b56-875e-1535e39aef77.jpg)
Dune (4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray) [UHD]
Customer Rating
4
You gotta be a Dune lover...
on January 29, 2022
Posted by: surfahdude
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is the best adaptation of Frank Herbert's classic sci-fi novel, Dune. The cast and acting is excellent. The SFX is also very good. The director Denis Villanueve prefers limiting the use of CGI and opting for models in the background, which gives the film a more realistic look.
The movie only covers the first half of the novel. Warner had planned to see how the movie performs before opting for the sequel. Happily, they decided to go with the sequel, which will probably be released in 2024.
Length of ownership: 17
Mobile Submission: False
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Take your gaming performance to the next level with this MSi gaming motherboard. Compatible with up to ninth-generation Intel processors, it supports high-performance features like DDR4 RAM and USB Type-C, and the Gaming I/O cover offers enhanced lighting options. This MSi gaming motherboard includes thermal enhancement features for high-speed M.2 storage to provide optimal performance.
Overall
2 out of 5
2 out of 5A well designed board with a fatal flaw...
By surfahdude
The MSi Gaming Pro Carbon is a nice looking board with great features with one fatal flaw. The board utilizes a 4+2 voltage regulator design which is insufficient for the latest high (95+) wattage AMD Ryzen CPUs. Better boards have as much asa a 14+2 VRM deisgn (such as MSi's top boards). MSi cut corners here and it shows when the board is pushed under load.
When running under load, the voltage regulators will run a steady 95 degrees, extremely high where some other brands run only 65-75 degrees C. If you are using a 65 watt or lower Ryzen CPU, this should not pose a problem.
If you are looking to use a AMD 3900X or any CPU that draws 95 watts or more, I would look elsewhere, especially if you want to overclock the CPU. The motherboard will cause the CPU to thermal throttle, e.g. slow down until the temps go down.
surfahdude
October 2, 2019
Ahh!!! You're right... I wrote the review for the AMD X570 version of the motherboard and submitted it under the Intel version... Sorry for any confusion...
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Build a computer to dominate the competition with this MSI MPG X570 Gaming Plus motherboard. The four DDR4 memory slots accommodate up to 128GB of RAM, while the five PCIe expansion slots offer space for additional components. This MSI MPG X570 Gaming Plus motherboard works with select AMD Ryzen 9 processors for a powerful computing experience.
Overall2 out of 5
2 out of 5Not for 105-watt AMD CPUs
By surfahdude
If you are planning to buy this mobo for a 65-watt CPU, fine... Avoid this if you are planning to buy this motherboard for any 105-watt AMD CPU (3800x/3900x/3950x). The power supply design cannot supply the current required for those CPUs. The voltage regulators will overheat, hitting 100-120 degrees C. When this happens, t he board will throttle the CPU speed down until the VRs cool down. When the VR temps rise again, the process will repeat itself.
MSi really screwed up the board design on all of the MPG lineup of X570 motherboards. All of them have terrible VR designs causing the to overheat. I have one and it really sucks. Better boards will only hit temps of 60-70 degrees.
surfahdude
Honolulu
as requested...
December 5, 2019
Look at the ASUS X570 boards...
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Experience deep black and natural colors of OLED in a more compact size, powered by the Picture Processor X1 Ultimate. Complimented by Acoustic Surface Audio, sound comes from the entire screen to put picture and sound in perfect harmony. Enjoy OLED picture quality and cinematic audio packed into a beautifully compact form with Sony~s 48~ MASTER Series A9S BRAVIA OLED TV.
Is the supplied remote infrared or Bluetooth?
4 years, 7 months ago
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Play to your full potential with this GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 1650 OC graphics card. The WINDFORCE 2X cooling system offers high airflow to keep components at optimal temperatures, while the NVIDIA Turing architecture provides realistic visuals for complete immersion. This GIGABYTE GeForce GTX 1650 OC graphics card has 4GB of GDDR5 RAM and 896 CUDA processing cores for fast, responsive performance.
Does this require a power connector from the power supply?
5 years, 1 month ago
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Bring a cinema-quality experience home with this Panasonic Ultra HD Blu-ray player. The HCX processor maximizes the visual appeal of 4K UHD images to display your favorite films in stunning picture quality. Smart networking technology lets you create your own home streaming network with this Panasonic Ultra HD Blu-ray player.
I understand that this player can access a NAS via DLNA through Wi-Fi... My question is: 1. Does the player recognize chapter stops on MKV files that are on the NAS server 2. Does the player support only 2.4 GHz on Wi-Fi? Thanks in advance...
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Enjoy fast online streaming with this NVIDIA SHIELD TV media player. The 4K HDR capability provides visual quality, while Dolby Atmos and DTS-X surround sound offer an immersive watching and listening experience. This NVIDIA SHIELD TV media player supports unlimited applications for movies, shows, games and music of your choosing, providing endless entertainment. GeForce NOW instantly transforms SHIELD TV into a powerful PC gaming rig. Play over 1000+ titles and nearly 100 of the biggest free to play games. The new GeForce NOW RTX 3080 membership unlocks GeForce RTX 3080 gaming servers in 4K HDR, with shorter wait times and longer session lengths, with RTX ON including ray tracing and DLSS graphics for supported games.
1. Does this recognize a NAS server on a Wi-Fi network using DLNA? 2. When viewing a MP4 or MKV video from the NAS server, does it recognize chapter stops 3. When fast forwarding or reversing, can you see a preview of what's being seen?
5 years, 1 month ago
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Enhance your creativity potential with this Adobe Photoshop Elements 2020 and Premiere Elements 2020 bundle. The Adobe Sensei AI technology powers automated options to get a starting point for creative exploration, and the Quick Edit mode allows you to easily put clips, transitions, and effects into your movies. The Adobe Photoshop Elements 2020 and Premiere Elements 2020 bundle lets you quickly upload your creations to YouTube or Vimeo for versatile use.
Does this program natively support CR3 RAW files? I am planning to buy a new Canon 90D which only supports CR3 RAW files (I understand that CR3 files has been out for nearly two years)
6 years, 4 months ago
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Get absolute precision with this Logitech wireless mechanical gaming keyboard. Place it anywhere you like thanks to the long-lasting battery and the efficient Bluetooth connection, and enjoy the feel of a mechanical connection that provides the perfect resistance. The full-size layout ensures this Logitech wireless mechanical gaming keyboard makes your games easy to control.
Are the left Windows and Alt keys the same size / can they be swapped easily? Want to use for both Mac and PC with the correct key location. Looks like it, but want to make sure.
They are the same size but you cannot easily swap the key caps or it's function...
7 years, 5 months ago
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Get absolute precision with this Logitech wireless mechanical gaming keyboard. Place it anywhere you like thanks to the long-lasting battery and the efficient Bluetooth connection, and enjoy the feel of a mechanical connection that provides the perfect resistance. The full-size layout ensures this Logitech wireless mechanical gaming keyboard makes your games easy to control.
is this compatible with pc
Yes, as long as it is not a laptop... You cannot enter a boot password as the keyboard will not be active until the OS is loaded.
7 years, 5 months ago
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Immerse yourself in room-filling sound with these Sony Core Series SSCS5 bookshelf speakers, which feature 5" woofers and 3/4" and 1" tweeters for precise instrument and vocal reproduction and dynamic acoustic depth.
Is a sub necessary? thanks
I would strongly recommend a sub with this speaker as the bass output is a bit weak.
7 years, 7 months ago
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Immerse yourself in room-filling sound with these Sony Core Series SSCS5 bookshelf speakers, which feature 5" woofers and 3/4" and 1" tweeters for precise instrument and vocal reproduction and dynamic acoustic depth.
I just hooked up the Sony SS-CS5 to my sony fm stereo fm-am receiver str-de415 and i got audio from my record player - do I still need an amplifier to get better sound?
I don't know if the receiver has a phono input. If it does not (and if the turntable does not have a built-in phono pre-amp), you cannot hear the sound correctly.
7 years, 7 months ago
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Immerse yourself in room-filling sound with these Sony Core Series SSCS5 bookshelf speakers, which feature 5" woofers and 3/4" and 1" tweeters for precise instrument and vocal reproduction and dynamic acoustic depth.
I have a insignia book shelf stereo system 25 watts a ch. would the sony core ss-cs5 speakers be compatible? thanks Ken
Yes... 25 watts will be fine with the speaker.
7 years, 7 months ago
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Immerse yourself in room-filling sound with these Sony Core Series SSCS5 bookshelf speakers, which feature 5" woofers and 3/4" and 1" tweeters for precise instrument and vocal reproduction and dynamic acoustic depth.
Are these 100watts rms each? Or 100watts rms for the pair/50watts rms each?
It handles up to 100 watts per speaker...
7 years, 7 months ago
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surfahdude
Watch movies at home on this Sony 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player. It plays video from nearly any type of disc or file format and displays images in crisp detail and vivid color, creating an immersive experience with life-like visuals. This Sony 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player also connects to your Wi-Fi for convenient video streaming.
I have a sony receiver, can i get atmos sound if i do not have a 4 k tv. Would i be able to rent a movie on vudu and get the atmos sound? With this blu ray I know it has just a audio hook up and a video hook up separate. Could i just hook up the audio?
You will need UHD movies as ATMOS is rarely pressed on Blu-Ray discs. Also, to get ATMOS, you will need a sound system that supports it. The TV has nothing to do with it.
7 years, 8 months ago
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surfahdude
Watch movies at home on this Sony 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player. It plays video from nearly any type of disc or file format and displays images in crisp detail and vivid color, creating an immersive experience with life-like visuals. This Sony 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player also connects to your Wi-Fi for convenient video streaming.
Does this support Hulu and Vudu apps in addition to Netflix and Amazon?
It does support VUDU and HULU...
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