SandLee
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- Review Count6
- Helpfulness Votes5
- First ReviewMarch 3, 2013
- Last ReviewFebruary 17, 2015
- Featured Reviews0
- Average Rating4.3
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- Answer Count3
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- First AnswerApril 16, 2013
- Last AnswerFebruary 5, 2014
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SandLee's Reviews
Sony - Alpha a6000 Mirrorless Camera with 16-50mm Retractable Lens - Black
Sony Alpha a6000 Mirrorless Camera with 16–50mm Retractable Lens: Start capturing realistic images and HD video footage for yourself or your clients with the Sony Alpha a6000, which features a 24.3-megapixel Exmor CMOS sensor and comes with a 16–50mm lens that's lightweight for easy transport. When you're all set, just connect your devices via the camera's built-in Wi-Fi to share photos with loved ones. .
Great Small Full Featured Changeable Lens Camera
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: SandLee
from Rockford, IL
on February 17, 2015
The Sony A6000 mirrorless camera is a perfect step up for the experienced amateur who wants to control aperture and speed or simply "point and shoot." Using interchangeable lenses is a change for me from a simple zoom. The 24 MP and APS sensor size is comparable to larger DSLRs. Because the A6000 is mirrorless it is very compact. The only minor criticism that I have at this early point of my usage is that some of the on screen text is rather small. Also the auto focus takes time to get used to. If the subject is moving the focus will take time to register. Overall I really like size, features and pictures.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 2185873868
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Nest - Protect Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (Wired 120V) - White
Nest Protect S2001LW Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (Wired 120V): Rely on the calm voice of this Nest Protect alarm to alert your household in an emergency. Sync your phone with the system to receive updates, whether you're at home or across the country.
Great Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: SandLee
from Rockford, IL
on November 4, 2014
The Nest Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detector is miles ahead of the detector that I replaced. I chose the wired model. It fit the existing electrical box perfectly and has a very simple installation. The detector talks in a pleasing voice and can be tested easily. There are color codes to indicate the level of the emergency. Also it has a soft glow that lights for a short time to guide your way when lamps are turned out. I like the fact that one device does both smoke and carbon monoxide. I would definitely recommend it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 2185873868
My Best Buy number: 2185873868
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Fitbit - Flex Wireless Activity and Sleep Tracker Wristband - Slate
Fitbit Flex Wireless Activity and Sleep Tracker Wristband: Slim, stylish and always by your side. Track your activity throughout the day and monitor the quality of your sleep at night. LED lights on the device show you how your day is measuring up against your personal goals, motivating you to achieve a more active lifestyle.
Meet your fitness goals
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: SandLee
from Rockford, IL
on February 5, 2014
What's great about it: Lightweight and easy to use app
What's not so great: Hard to fasten clasp, first one wouldn't charge
The Fit Bit Flex is easy to use and has helped me become aware of the amount of activity done in a day. I thought I was fairly active until I actually monitored the steps and minutes. The app also made me more aware of my food intake. I hate seeing on the screen that I ate too many calories related to calories burned. The app has helped me lose a few troublesome pounds. I experienced two negatives with the Flex. The clasp is very hard to fasten at first but does get easier with use. That could have an unintended positive effect - I was less likely to remove it.
The second negative was that the first band I bought would not charge because it wouldn't stay seated properly in the charging dock. I returned it and the replacement band charged fine.
The second negative was that the first band I bought would not charge because it wouldn't stay seated properly in the charging dock. I returned it and the replacement band charged fine.
Overall, I really like the Flex and the results I have achieved with it. I have recommended it to friends.
This product has... Attractive design, Right size, Useful features, Quick reading, easy to use cell phone app
About me... beginner
I would recommend this to a friend!
Age:55-64
Gender:Female
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 2185873868
My Best Buy number: 2185873868
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Apple - iPad® Mini MD532LL/A 32GB Wi-Fi - White
The whole package. In a smaller package.A beautiful display, powerful A5 chip, FaceTime HD camera, iSight camera with 1080p HD video recording, ultrafast wireless, and over 275,000 apps ready to download from the App Store. iPad mini is an iPad in every way, shape, and slightly smaller form.
Great sharp, colorful screen and handy size
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: SandLee
from Rockford, IL
on September 13, 2013
Ease of Use
5.0
Features
5.0
What's great about it: Perfect size for reading and using apps
What's not so great: Haven't found any disadvantage
I started looking at the mini when my e reader would not hold a charge well. I was impressed with the sharp resolution of the screen and colorful display. After I got it I found that I could easily access all my books as well as use the Internet. I find myself using the IPad Mini more frequently than my desktop computer. I enjoy using FaceTime to talk with family members. I often use the Mini in the evening to multi-task while the TV is on. I enjoyed my husband's full size Ipad, but I now prefer the mini because the size is more convenient to hold for longer periods.
This product is... responsive touch screen, Good sound quality, easy to set up, lightning fast, Variety of apps available, A nice compact size, Sharp graphics, Easy to navigate, Great screen size, Comfortable to hold, great e reader
About me... Budget Conscious, Parent with kids, retired, traveler, Comfortable with technology, email texting apps the cloud
I would recommend this to a friend!
Other Best Buy Products I Recommend
Belkin - Verve 2.0 Folio Case for Apple® iPad® mini, iPad mini 2 and iPad mini 3 - Purple
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My Best Buy number: 2185873868
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Dyson - DC40 Multi Floor HEPA Bagless Upright Vacuum - Iron/Yellow
Dyson DC40 Multi Floor Upright Vacuum Cleaner: Vacuum up dust and dirt from all types of floor surfaces with powerful suction technology from Dyson. This upright vacuum is lightweight yet powerful and easily steers into difficult spots.
Easy to handle and great dirt collector
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: SandLee
from Rockford, IL
on April 16, 2013
Quality
5.0
Features
4.0
Performance
5.0
What's great about it: I love the handling and how lightweight it is. It surpasses my last vacuum in the amount of dirt it collects.
What's not so great: The on board tools are a bit awkward. The flexible hose is short and the non flexible tube seems too long at times.
Overall, I love this Dyson. I was hesitant to purchase due to the cost. I was looking for a vacuum that was lightweight and yet powerful to replace a very heavy Hoover. I was surprised at how the vacuum can get under and around furniture easily even with the large ball section. The power was too much for one of my throw rugs though. The vacuum pulled some of the loops right out of the backing. The adjustable head works great moving from one surface to another though I did notice that the carpet pile does not fluff up as much as with my previous Hoover with manual height adjustment. The on board tools require some getting used to. The flexible part of the hose is short and the non flexible tube is long. Sometimes it seems too long if I am using it close by. I am adjusting. The smoothness of operation and the ease to push the unit when running have me sold. The dirt collection is excellent. I would recommend this unit.
This product is or has... Useful tools, easy to empty, Long enough cord, Easy to carry, Convenient to store, compact size
About me... Budget Conscious, occasional user, small family
I would recommend this to a friend!
Gender:Female
Age:55-64
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 2185873868
My Best Buy number: 2185873868
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HP - Photosmart 6520 Wireless e-All-in-One Printer - Black
HP Photosmart 6520 e-All-in-One Printer: Quickly connect this e-all-in-one printer to your home or office Wi-Fi network with HP Auto Wireless Connect, so you can print, scan and copy documents. The included HP Photosmart software simplifies scanning.
Great all purpose printer
Customer Rating
4.0
Features
5.0
Speed
5.0
What's great about it: Nice size for the desktop, easy to set up and use
What's not so great: 4 print cartridges print slightly lower quality photos than 5 cartridge model
Nice desktop sized printer. It is a great all purpose features at a reasonable price. The printer has excellent document prints. My previous HP All in One printer with 5 cartridges printed slightly better photos than the current 4 cartridge model. Many people may not notice unless they owned the extra cartridge model. The advantage of fewer cartridges is that fewer also need to be replaced. I am still figuring the photo print part of the system since it is different than my previous HP model.
About me... Demand high print quality, Frequent user, Budget Conscious, Photo enthusiast
I would recommend this to a friend!
I use it for:Document printing
Verified Purchaser:Yes
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HP - Photosmart 6520 Wireless e-All-in-One Printer - Black
HP Photosmart 6520 e-All-in-One Printer: Quickly connect this e-all-in-one printer to your home or office Wi-Fi network with HP Auto Wireless Connect, so you can print, scan and copy documents. The included HP Photosmart software simplifies scanning.
Does this allow you to enlarge a copy?
I have not been able to enlarge documents. I have enlarged scanned pictures using my computer then printing the larger photo.
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Dyson - DC40 Multi Floor HEPA Bagless Upright Vacuum - Iron/Yellow
Dyson DC40 Multi Floor Upright Vacuum Cleaner: Vacuum up dust and dirt from all types of floor surfaces with powerful suction technology from Dyson. This upright vacuum is lightweight yet powerful and easily steers into difficult spots.
suction
I have several area rugs on my hardwood floors and having trouble with my DC40 sucking up the area rugs--too much suction--is there something I can do differently? I am using the button for the carpeting and hardwood but it still happens. Is there a tool I could use on the area rugs?
I too had this problem. I found the best solution is to use suction only - not the brush roll. I also found that vacuuming across the width of the rug instead of lengthwise seems to give the vacuum less time to grab the rug before I change direction. On the smaller rugs I put a foot on one end of the rug to hold it in place, but it is a bit awkward.
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HP - Photosmart 6520 Wireless e-All-in-One Printer - Black
HP Photosmart 6520 e-All-in-One Printer: Quickly connect this e-all-in-one printer to your home or office Wi-Fi network with HP Auto Wireless Connect, so you can print, scan and copy documents. The included HP Photosmart software simplifies scanning.
paper tray question
How muh 8x10 paper will this printer hold? It appears it doesn't hold very much or i'm loading it wrong. Seems like the photo tray has to come all the way out to load paper & it doesn't appear to hold much paper. Am i loading it wrong?
The tray is not that deep. I have found it to be adequate however. I typically do not have to load it that frequently, but I usually only print 5-6 pages each time I use it.
To load the paper I pull the bottom section toward me and slide the photo tray into the printer. You can also take the top off the paper tray and slide the photo tray back. What ever works best.
To load the paper I pull the bottom section toward me and slide the photo tray into the printer. You can also take the top off the paper tray and slide the photo tray back. What ever works best.
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