jcpratt
 
 
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    December 27, 2014
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    August 26, 2017
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Exodus: Gods and Kings [Includes Digital Copy] [Blu-ray] [2014]
Exodus: Gods and Kings [Includes Digital Copy] [Blu-ray] [2014]
 
Wait.. what
Customer Rating
3.0 out of 5
3.0
Posted by: jcpratt
from Wethersfield, CT
on August 26, 2017
I would give this one 2 stars except that the costumes and sets were amazing. My review title reflects the incredibly choppy editing of the film and vast leaps in time that leave you saying "wait... what...?" If I didn't know something about the Moses story, I would have to watch the movie 2-3 times and then do some research to figure out what was going on. Overall, a snoozer.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Deepwater Horizon [Blu-ray/DVD] [2 Discs] [2016]
Deepwater Horizon [Blu-ray/DVD] [2 Discs] [2016]
 
Great movie
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5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: jcpratt
from Wethersfield, CT
on August 26, 2017
Knowing that this was a real event, the movie was still very suspenseful and a great watch. I also saw all the extra features, which were great. They emphasize over and over that you don't ever really see what happens on an oil rig, so a huge part of what made the movie great is all the technical aspects (and business aspects) of running a rig, including how the crew need to rotate in and out. The movie was very character-centric while still full of amazing effects and of course the crazy rig fire. I absolutely want to see it again!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Huntsman: Winter's War [Includes Digital Copy] [Blu-ray/DVD] [2016]
The Huntsman: Winter's War [Includes Digital Copy] [Blu-ray/DVD] [2016]
 
The story around the story
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: jcpratt
from Wethersfield, CT
on August 12, 2017
This isn't really the story before the story. There is a prequel portion and then an offshoot into the time after the first Huntsman movie. Cool visuals, and Jessica Chastain is deliciously tough and beautiful. A touch of humor thrown into several of the relationships makes it seem a bit more human.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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The Great Wall [Includes Digital Copy] [Blu-ray/DVD] [2016]
The Great Wall [Includes Digital Copy] [Blu-ray/DVD] [2016]
 
Great entertainment
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4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: jcpratt
from Wethersfield, CT
on August 12, 2017
A rather interesting reason for the Great Wall, but the story line is cool and the cast of 1000s imagery is incredible. The military tactics and discipline are very interesting to watch, even down to the uniform colors used.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SanDisk - Cruzer Glide 128GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive - Black
SanDisk - Cruzer Glide 128GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive - Black
Store and protect everything from cherished photos and videos to sensitive work files with the Cruzer Glide USB Flash Drive. The drive comes with SanDisk SecureAccess software, which lets you password-protect and secure files you want to keep private while permitting access to files you want to share. The compact drive features a red slider that glides shut to shield the USB connector. A high-speed USB 2.0 interface delivers fast, reliable performance.
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Huge storage, great price
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5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: jcpratt
from Wethersfield, CT
on August 12, 2017
At this size, it rivals SSD drives. I've been using 4GB and 8GB SanDisk drives for years, and when this one came on sale it was a no-brainer. The slide in/out USB plug is great, and the drive takes a decent beating being carried around in my work bag and used daily.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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WD - easystore 1TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black
WD - easystore 1TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black
Only at Best BuyHelp preserve your memories when you're on the go with the easystore External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive with plug-and-play USB connectivity and WD Backup software. The backup software allows scheduling of regular automatic file transfers, and WD Discovery software makes it convenient to manage drive settings, including formatting and LED control. USB 3.0 connectivity, offers fast transfer speeds.
 
Small and easy to use
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: jcpratt
on August 5, 2017
I bought this to expand my PS4 storage. It is very small (about men's wallet size) and extremely easy to set up and use. In my case, I had to have the PS4 format the drive, but the drive itself was recognized instantly. I've seen no speed difference between internal storage and this drive even though I have the game storage switched to the external drive. An excellent peripheral for external backups and mobile projects (dev work, graphics, etc.)
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Hacksaw Ridge [Blu-ray/DVD] [2 Discs] [2016]
Hacksaw Ridge [Blu-ray/DVD] [2 Discs] [2016]
 
Great movie that makes 2 points
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: jcpratt
on May 14, 2017
A great WWII movie showcasing the things that men can accomplish with courage of conviction. Also highlights the societal damage that war causes and what a terrible waste of human life it is.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Arrival [Includes Digital Copy] [Blu-ray] [2016]
Arrival [Includes Digital Copy] [Blu-ray] [2016]
 
Fantastic movie, even for sci-fi buffs
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5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: jcpratt
on February 26, 2017
If you think you've seen it all, you probably have. And then you see a movie like this and you find yourself holding your breath waiting to see what will happen, stretching your mind to figure out what is happening as the pieces are revealed, and actually interested in the plot. Wow! What a refreshing movie.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Creed [Blu-ray] [2015]
Creed [Blu-ray] [2015]
 
Renewing the faith
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: jcpratt
on January 29, 2017
Even champions get older. Rocky gets stirred out of late-life complacence by the new kid with a close tie to Rocky's past. It has all the great components of the Rocky movies without overkill, but the real focus is on handling the past while moving toward the future. What makes you get up in the morning, slog through each day, and strive for something.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Sony - Gold Wireless Stereo Headset for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3 - Black
Sony - Gold Wireless Stereo Headset for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3 - Black
Sony Gold Wireless Stereo Headset: Pinpoint which direction the action is coming from with this 7.1 virtual surround sound headset. Download the Headset Companion app to experience exclusive custom audio settings for supported PlayStation games.
 
Some pros, some cons
Customer Rating
3.0 out of 5
3.0
Posted by: jcpratt
on January 8, 2017
Bought the new headset with the PS4 Slim, in part because I hated the boom mic on the far more expensive Turtle Beach headset I already had and in part because the Slim loses the optical out plug. Pros: it works, the battery lasts a real long time, the built in mic is much easier than a boom mic, it is easy to adjust the sizing, and the controls are raised on the left ear piece so you can find them easily. Cons: It hurts my ears and is uncomfortable to wear it for too long, and the sound is nowhere near as good as the Turtle Beach headset. The over ear cups are too shallow, causing my ears to press against the hard plastic grill over the speakers, the design of the head strap causes pressure on the top of my head, and since I wear glasses it really presses too hard on the ears. The sound is stereo at best and is hollow and distant. You can make it quite loud, but is then just loud stereo. I miss the 3D sound of footsteps sneaking up behind you like I had with the Turtle Beach. And for the record, I have the Sony PS3 headset and felt it was much better designed. Would have been nice if then make it upward compatible with the PS4.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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WD - easystore 1TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black
WD - easystore 1TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black
Only at Best BuyHelp preserve your memories when you're on the go with the easystore External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive with plug-and-play USB connectivity and WD Backup software. The backup software allows scheduling of regular automatic file transfers, and WD Discovery software makes it convenient to manage drive settings, including formatting and LED control. USB 3.0 connectivity, offers fast transfer speeds.
 

Can i back up more than one windows pc? I would prefer to use just one external hard drive for the two pcs i use daily. Are there instructions on how to accomplish this? Thanks

If your network router has a USB 3.0 port (my ASUS wif-fi router has 2), you should be able to hook this up to the router and address it like a network drive.
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WD - easystore 1TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black
WD - easystore 1TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black
Only at Best BuyHelp preserve your memories when you're on the go with the easystore External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive with plug-and-play USB connectivity and WD Backup software. The backup software allows scheduling of regular automatic file transfers, and WD Discovery software makes it convenient to manage drive settings, including formatting and LED control. USB 3.0 connectivity, offers fast transfer speeds.
 

Is this compatible with my 500GB PlayStation 4 slim?

Yes. That is what I bought it for and it is working great!
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Samsung - 32" Class - LED - 1080p - Smart - HDTV
Samsung - 32" Class - LED - 1080p - Smart - HDTV
Samsung J5500 Series UN32J5500AFXZA LED Smart HDTV: Turn your bedroom or small entertainment room into a home theater. With stunning 1080p picture quality and a world of streaming apps, you can enjoy TV and movies without needing a set-top cable box. Plus, you can wirelessly connect with smartphones and tablets to play videos and other content on the big screen.
 

How is this to watch sports like college basketball? Is there motion blur?

We were watching soccer as soon as the TV was set up. When the camera/broadcast signal was HD, it was clear as day even with fast action.
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Samsung - 32" Class - LED - 1080p - Smart - HDTV
Samsung - 32" Class - LED - 1080p - Smart - HDTV
Samsung J5500 Series UN32J5500AFXZA LED Smart HDTV: Turn your bedroom or small entertainment room into a home theater. With stunning 1080p picture quality and a world of streaming apps, you can enjoy TV and movies without needing a set-top cable box. Plus, you can wirelessly connect with smartphones and tablets to play videos and other content on the big screen.
 

Can this tv be used with batteries, without electricity?

No. It is corded only, and therefore uses wall current which I believe is AC 120v.
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Thule - Crossover 32L Backpack for 17" Laptop - Black
Thule - Crossover 32L Backpack for 17" Laptop - Black
Thule Crossover 32L Backpack is made of water-resistant fabrics and zippers combined to create a durable bag made of dobby nylon. Dedicated electronics protection plus plenty of bulk storage and organization pockets with handle and shoulder strap for comfortable use.
 

Is this the 32L or the 25L?

32L. Read it off the tag.
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Turtle Beach - Ear Force Headset - Multi
Turtle Beach - Ear Force Headset - Multi
Wireless Dolby® Surround Sound Get blown away by your games AND movies in Dolby® Digital Surround Sound with the Turtle Beach Ear Force® PX4. With up to 15 hours of uninterrupted, crystal clear wireless play, the PX4 not only dominates for PlayStation™ 4 games, but lets you experience Netflix™ or Blu-Ray Disc™ movies in cinematic surround sound. Don't settle for less; get the Turtle Beach Audio Advantage today.
 

PS4 question

How does this work with the ps4 do you have to use a cable to the controller ? Also could I use this setup just to watch tv when my family is asleep ?
You have to connect the headset to the controller to use the mike in-game. Not sure about separate TV use. It does have Bluetooth, so if your TV has Bluetooth that should work. Otherwise, you have to somehow run the TV signal through the PS4.
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Turtle Beach - Ear Force Headset - Multi
Turtle Beach - Ear Force Headset - Multi
Wireless Dolby® Surround Sound Get blown away by your games AND movies in Dolby® Digital Surround Sound with the Turtle Beach Ear Force® PX4. With up to 15 hours of uninterrupted, crystal clear wireless play, the PX4 not only dominates for PlayStation™ 4 games, but lets you experience Netflix™ or Blu-Ray Disc™ movies in cinematic surround sound. Don't settle for less; get the Turtle Beach Audio Advantage today.
 

What's the battery life like on this thing?

So far, a multi-hour gaming session seems to have little impact on the charge level. Combined with a super-long charge cable that can be used while playing, there should never be a time when it runs out of charge.
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Turtle Beach - Ear Force Headset - Multi
Turtle Beach - Ear Force Headset - Multi
Wireless Dolby® Surround Sound Get blown away by your games AND movies in Dolby® Digital Surround Sound with the Turtle Beach Ear Force® PX4. With up to 15 hours of uninterrupted, crystal clear wireless play, the PX4 not only dominates for PlayStation™ 4 games, but lets you experience Netflix™ or Blu-Ray Disc™ movies in cinematic surround sound. Don't settle for less; get the Turtle Beach Audio Advantage today.
 

Use while charging?

Can you use the headphones while they are plugged in and charging or do you have to turn it off and let it charge?
Yes, you can use it while charging. And one of the pluses for this headset is that the USB charging cable is ridiculously long. I can easily sit on the sofa 10 feet away and play with the cable plugged in.
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Turtle Beach - Ear Force Headset - Multi
Turtle Beach - Ear Force Headset - Multi
Wireless Dolby® Surround Sound Get blown away by your games AND movies in Dolby® Digital Surround Sound with the Turtle Beach Ear Force® PX4. With up to 15 hours of uninterrupted, crystal clear wireless play, the PX4 not only dominates for PlayStation™ 4 games, but lets you experience Netflix™ or Blu-Ray Disc™ movies in cinematic surround sound. Don't settle for less; get the Turtle Beach Audio Advantage today.
 

will the tv sound still be heard by others while these headphones are in use? i dont want to hear my son's video game while he is playing

Yes it will. You have to manually mute the TV/surround system sound when this headset is in use.
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