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Actiontec - ScreenBeam Mini 2 Wireless Display Receiver - Black
Project photos, Web content and more from your mobile device to your HDTV with this Actiontec ScreenBeam Mini 2 SBWD60A01 wireless receiver, which features a USB interface for simple setup and supports Windows 8.1, Wi-Fi Miracast and Intel® WiDi.
Great for casting my phone to a TV in hotels
Customer Rating
5.0
I used the receiver to watch shows (Netflix and stuff) in a hotel with not so great wifi (okay for browsing, not for streaming) on an extended business trip. It doesn't require a wifi network or anything, so I was able to just sync my phone and use my unlimited data plan to watch stuff without constantly buffering or dropping to potato quality on the hotel wifi.
The video and audio was good (or at least as good as the hotel TV was, I feel that was the limiting factor). There was no need for any app, it just worked right out of the box - plug it into the TV and wall, select screensharing on my phone, and choose the receiver.
The video and audio was good (or at least as good as the hotel TV was, I feel that was the limiting factor). There was no need for any app, it just worked right out of the box - plug it into the TV and wall, select screensharing on my phone, and choose the receiver.
One issue I noticed is that the receiver doesn't have any options - including any overscan settings. So if the TV its hooked up to overscans it will crop off the edges of the projected phone screen and to fix this you have to disable overscan in on the TV. Fortuitously the TV I had at the hotel had a remote option to disable overscan (though I had to select it each time I turned the TV on). So you may want to consider this if you'll be using this on random TVs.
The only other issues is that to work the phone's display must stay on (you can't just start watching something and then turn off the display). This is more a phone issue though than a problem with the receiver (they can't change how the phone operates). But it does mean that your battery will drain quickly, so it's best to be plugged in while casting (which shouldn't be a problem, but It's good to know).
The only other issues is that to work the phone's display must stay on (you can't just start watching something and then turn off the display). This is more a phone issue though than a problem with the receiver (they can't change how the phone operates). But it does mean that your battery will drain quickly, so it's best to be plugged in while casting (which shouldn't be a problem, but It's good to know).
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 2959779792
My Best Buy number: 2959779792
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Belkin - USB Smart Card/CAC Reader - Black
Secure important business information with this Belkin Smart Card reader, which works with A, B and C Smart cards. The slim setup sits easily atop your desk or can be hidden underneath. ROM (read only memory) on this Belkin Smart Card reader ensures your secrets stay safe from the competition and can't be corrupted.
Works with Windows 10
Customer Rating
5.0
It worked right out of the box with my Windows 10 computer. I haven't had any problems using it with my CAC.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 2959779792
My Best Buy number: 2959779792
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APC - Back-UPS 700VA UPS - Black
Help keep your equipment running during a power outage with this APC BN700MC UPS that features a rechargeable battery to provide up to 62 minutes of power. The 5' power cord allows flexible placement.
Works well for my uses
Customer Rating
5.0
This unit is powering my cable box/DVR and a small PC hooked up to my TV. It has kept things running through a brief power flicker that shut off my other unprotected computer; and also kept my cable box from resetting during a longer outage (10-15 minutes, based on the oven clock displacement; I wasn't there at the time, but everything else was reset when I came back except for the cable box/DVR).
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 2959779792
My Best Buy number: 2959779792
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LIFX - Color 1000 A19 Smart LED Light Bulb - Multicolor
LIFX Multicolor A19 Smart LED Light Bulb: Creatively customize the lighting in your home with this smart bulb, which offers Wi-Fi connectivity for simple setup and an energy-efficient LED design. Adjust the color temperature, theme, lumen output or timer remotely via the downloadable LIFX app on your mobile device.
Mostly Good, but has some issues
Customer Rating
4.0
I use the LIFIX in my bedroom/office. It was simple to set up and use for the most part. I use it with the android app, and I also used IFTTT fade it on in the morning (as a kind of gentle wake up alarm).
95% of the time it works fine. However occasionally it seems to have connectivity issues, where changing a setting or powering on/off in the app won't do anything. It doesn't last long when it happens (a few tries and it will pick back up and work), but it happens a few times a week.
The biggest thing I wish it had though is the abliity to save colors in the app; so far as I can tell, you can't save presets - only use the slider wheel.
So it has some issues that can be a little annoying, but overall it works well and does what I wanted it to.
95% of the time it works fine. However occasionally it seems to have connectivity issues, where changing a setting or powering on/off in the app won't do anything. It doesn't last long when it happens (a few tries and it will pick back up and work), but it happens a few times a week.
The biggest thing I wish it had though is the abliity to save colors in the app; so far as I can tell, you can't save presets - only use the slider wheel.
So it has some issues that can be a little annoying, but overall it works well and does what I wanted it to.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 2959779792
My Best Buy number: 2959779792
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48" Class (47-5/8" Diag.) - LED - 1080p - HDTV
Insignia™ NS-48D510NA15 LED HDTV: Play back music and videos stored on your compatible smartphone or tablet via MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link, cable sold separately) with this Insignia™ TV. The 1080p display delivers crisp images.Connect a Roku Streaming Stick to this HDTV and get access to more than 700 channels, including Netflix, Hulu Plus and HBO GO.
Good cheap TV that does what I need it to.
Customer Rating
5.0
I haven't had any issues with it so far - and I've had it about a month now. Overall the build quality is good - it feels significantly nicer than the Westinghouse TV it replaced (bought that elsewhere on Black Friday, but it had a scratched backlight). The biggest issue I see with this TV is that it only has two (2) HDMI ports. Currently I only have two devices hooked up to the TV, but I can easily see how only having two HDMI ports wouldn't be good for other uses. Also, I can't say how the sound is from the built in speakers. I know they work, but I haven't used them when watching anything (I use headphones).
It's a good basic TV, it doesn't have any of the fancy smart features, but I didn't need them anyways. I'm just using this hooked up to an HTPC, so any smart functionality would have been a waste.
So, ultimately it does exactly what I need it to without any problems.
It's a good basic TV, it doesn't have any of the fancy smart features, but I didn't need them anyways. I'm just using this hooked up to an HTPC, so any smart functionality would have been a waste.
So, ultimately it does exactly what I need it to without any problems.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 2959779792
My Best Buy number: 2959779792
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Targus - Stylus
The Targus Stylus for Apple iPad makes it easy to take notes, draw or simply turn a page. The stylus features a durable rubber tip that won't scratch the iPad's surface and allows the user to type accurately and comfortably. The stylus engages directly with your electronic, touch-screen device, requires no power or software to operate and instantly works right out of the box. Take notes with accuracy and comfort with this stylus designed for use with most devices with a touch screen. The soft rubber tip is durable and won't scratch the screen.
Works good for what I needed
Customer Rating
5.0
I bought this because I needed to be able to use my HTC One M8 while wearing gloves (leather work gloves). This works fine for that.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 2959779792
My Best Buy number: 2959779792
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Targus - Stylus
The Targus Stylus for Apple iPad makes it easy to take notes, draw or simply turn a page. The stylus features a durable rubber tip that won't scratch the iPad's surface and allows the user to type accurately and comfortably. The stylus engages directly with your electronic, touch-screen device, requires no power or software to operate and instantly works right out of the box. Take notes with accuracy and comfort with this stylus designed for use with most devices with a touch screen. The soft rubber tip is durable and won't scratch the screen.
Will it work with a Kindle
I confirmed that it works on a Kindle Paperwhite.
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