vkat
 
 
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    January 23, 2015
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 GoPro - HERO5 Black 4K Action Camera - black
GoPro - HERO5 Black 4K Action Camera - black
Hit the road with this GoPro HERO5 Black camera in your pocket, and share every moment with your subscribers and friends. One-button control lets you snap a photo or capture a video with a simple touch of the shutter. This GoPro HERO5 Black camera is compatible with all GoPro accessories for easy incorporation.
 
Works great, best action cam
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: vkat
from NY
on February 3, 2017
Best action cam there is. I wish the screen were a bit more responsive. It's hard to scroll and use the on-screen commands with larger hands, and the touchscreen is not super sensitive.
The camera works pretty well unless in extreme brightness. Not great for low-light video under any settings, but I doubt that's what anyone is in for this for.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 3450606129
My Best Buy number: 3450606129
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 GoPro - Karma Grip
GoPro - Karma Grip
Capture smooth high-definition footage with this GoPro Karma grip. It stabilizes your GoPro camera, reducing shake to ensure your footage has a slick cinematic feel. It's compatible with most GoPro mounts, and its built-in camera controls let you operate your camera without demounting it. This GoPro Karma grip includes a carrying case for easy storage and transport.
 
Professional Videography Review
Customer Rating
1.0 out of 5
1.0
Posted by: vkat
from NY
on February 3, 2017
I purchased this after returning my first one.
Major flaws. First, it does not stay straight, so it's not good for a professional environment. Both units experienced this project within a day, despite tricks and customer support attempts to improve.
Next problem is the battery life. It's awful. And batteries are not removable. The life also varies greatly from use to use. And takes quite a while to charge.
Third problem is that it charges the camera by default and can not be disabled. You have to take your camera out to prevent this. Just wastes battery because the GoPro has removable/replacable batteries. Why would I want the handle using its charge on the GoPro.
Next issue is that the buttons do not always work. The camera does not always respond to button commands. This was tested with two grips and three new cameras. All with the latest update.
Finally, there is not pan, and to tilt, you have to do it manually.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 3450606129
My Best Buy number: 3450606129
-2points
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PNY's Elite Turbo Attache 4 USB 3.2 is built for speed & convenience. Experience USB 3.2 next generation speed performance with transfer speeds of 100MB/s read and transfer speeds up to 10x faster than USB 2.0. It's the perfect solution for easily storing and quickly transferring all your large documents, high-resolution photos, HD videos, and more. USB 3.2 offers the same ease-of-use and plug-and-play capabilities as previous generations of USB technologies, but with exceptional speed improvements. Designed for Reliable Portable Storage, PNY's Elite Turbo Attaché 4 USB 3.2 Flash Drive is designed with convenience and portability in mind. The portable, light-weight Flash Drive incorporates a sliding collar cap-less design that means for no more lost caps. This USB 3.2 Flash Drive is small in size, but big on performance
 
Slower than expected
Customer Rating
3.0 out of 5
3.0
Posted by: vkat
from NY
on November 4, 2016
Nice, sturdy construction, but the transfer rate for large files was much slower than I expected for USB 3.0. Compared to other similar drives, even from the same manufacturer, the transfer speeds were much slower. I used this to install an OS and it was getting USB 2.0 speeds on the USB 3.0 port. Two other flash drives worked fine.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 3450606129
My Best Buy number: 3450606129
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 Insignia™ - AA Batteries (48-Pack)
Insignia™ - AA Batteries (48-Pack)
Keep your devices powered up with this pack of 48 AA batteries. Keeping stock on hand lets you quickly change batteries in remote controls, toys, digital cameras or flashlights to reduce loss of functionality. This pack of 48 AA batteries has a long shelf life, so you don't have to worry about performance when you are ready to install them.
 
Decent batteries, average life
Customer Rating
3.0 out of 5
3.0
Posted by: vkat
from NY
on October 29, 2016
These did not last super long in my wireless microphone set-up, but got the job done when I needed some backup batteries. Thanks.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 3450606129
My Best Buy number: 3450606129
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 WD - My Passport Ultra 1TB External USB 3.0/2.0 Portable Hard Drive - Wild Berry
WD - My Passport Ultra 1TB External USB 3.0/2.0 Portable Hard Drive - Wild Berry
Store music, photos, files and more with this WD My Passport Ultra 1TB portable hard drive, which features password protection and 256-bit AES encryption to safeguard your data. WD Backup software makes it easy to back up your data to the Cloud.
 
Died on me in 2 weeks
Customer Rating
1.0 out of 5
1.0
Posted by: vkat
from NY
on October 29, 2016
I used this as a backup drive and it died within two weeks. The return process was painful. I ended up paying extra to swap it out because they were out of this color and had a different color in the store. I was told they all had different attributes, which is not true. same drive, different color. I would never recommend this to anyone who is a serious professional.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 3450606129
My Best Buy number: 3450606129
+1point
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 Bose - SoundSport® In-Ear Headphones (Android) - Charcoal
Bose - SoundSport® In-Ear Headphones (Android) - Charcoal
Enjoy crisp, clear high notes and deep, natural-sounding low tones with these Bose® SoundSport® in-ear headphones, which feature TriPort® technology. The sweat- and weather-resistant design suits your active lifestyle.
 
Hurt my ears, switched
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: vkat
from NY
on October 29, 2016
These hurt my ears, which are normal sized by all accounts. I switched back to the older soundsport version and have had no problems since. The earpieces are designed differently and it shows.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 3450606129
My Best Buy number: 3450606129
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 Insignia™ - AA Batteries (60-Pack)
Insignia™ - AA Batteries (60-Pack)
Only at Best BuyPower up plenty of remote controls or toys with this pack of 60 AA batteries. These alkaline batteries have a long shelf life, letting you stock up now without worrying about low performance later. Keep this pack of 60 AA batteries in the drawer or closet to keep favorite gadgets running or ensure flashlights are ready during emergencies.
 
pretty average
Customer Rating
3.0 out of 5
3.0
Posted by: vkat
from NY
on October 29, 2016
didn't last forever, but for a bulk battery purchase i can deal with it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 3450606129
My Best Buy number: 3450606129
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 WD - My Passport Ultra 1TB External USB 3.0 Hard Drive - Black
WD - My Passport Ultra 1TB External USB 3.0 Hard Drive - Black
Save your files quickly with this WD My Passport Ultra external hard drive, which features a USB 3.0 interface for transmitting data at up to 480 Mbps. The 1TB capacity offers ample space for data backup and file storage.
 
Cheap, quiet, cool
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: vkat
on September 24, 2015
I just needed a drive to toss around and carry some nonessential files on, and this was the best bang for the buck. I would not recommend it for editing or archival. Did not have option for best buy/geek squad warranty.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 3450606129
My Best Buy number: 3450606129
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 Apple - Keyboard with Numeric Keypad for Select Mac Computers - Silver/White
Apple - Keyboard with Numeric Keypad for Select Mac Computers - Silver/White
This keyboard features an ultrathin anodized aluminum enclosure for durability and function keys that provide one-touch access to your computer's features.
 
Good reliable keyboard
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: vkat
on September 24, 2015
This is a good keyboard. No issues with dirt and grime buildup under the keys. All buttons fully functioning. Looks pretty decent.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 3450606129
My Best Buy number: 3450606129
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 LaCie - Rugged 1TB External USB 3.0/Thunderbolt Portable Hard Drive - Orange/Silver
LaCie - Rugged 1TB External USB 3.0/Thunderbolt Portable Hard Drive - Orange/Silver
Easily take your files on the go with this LaCie Rugged 9000294 1TB portable external drive, which features a durable design that withstands drops from up to 3.9' for protection against damage. Data transfer rates up to 10 Gbps ensure speedy transfer.
 
stupid fast, poor driver support for windows
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: vkat
on January 23, 2015
It's stupid fast. Best sself powered external I've owned because of the file transfer rates. Thunderbolt was a pain in the butt to set up on my dual boot mpb for windows, and customer support is extremely limited.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 3450606129
My Best Buy number: 3450606129
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 WD - My Passport Ultra 1TB External USB 3.0 Hard Drive - Black
WD - My Passport Ultra 1TB External USB 3.0 Hard Drive - Black
Save your files quickly with this WD My Passport Ultra external hard drive, which features a USB 3.0 interface for transmitting data at up to 480 Mbps. The 1TB capacity offers ample space for data backup and file storage.
 

Can you dismantle the case and use it as an internal hard drive?

I would like to use the hard drive for my PS4's internal storage. Will this just have a laptop hard drive inside?
It will have a hdd in the enclosure, but will have to be formatted to match the PS4's HDD. So search forums for a guide before you gut it.
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