callmeageeth
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Mohu - Arc Indoor Curved HDTV Antenna 40-Mile Range - White
Improve your viewing of local TV channels with this indoor Mohu Arc TV antenna. Its multidirectional range captures clear broadcast signals within its 40-mile radius, and its plug-and-play operation provides a convenient enhanced TV setup next to your TV or hang on the wall. This Mohu Arc TV antenna is compatible with HDTV units, letting you enjoy the full quality of Full HD and Ultra HD over-the-air programs.
Finicky but gets the job done
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
on December 30, 2017
I thought I found the perfect placement for the antenna, but then a few days later, I started getting touchy reception. Then I moved it, and voila, everything worked again. Don't ask me, it didn't make sense.
All-in-all, this is a great produce for cable cutters. It's SUPER easy to operate (coaxial cable into the TV, that's it) and it has a long cable to reach say, a window, for better reception. Again, the biggest drawback was it working in one spot one day and another the next. I haven't had the issue but once, so I hope it was an anomaly, but for the price I can deal with that.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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NBA 2K18 Standard Edition - PlayStation 4
The highest rated* annual sports title of this console generation returns with NBA 2K18, featuring unparalleled authenticity and improvements on the court. *According to 2008 - 2016 Metacritic.com *Cover art may vary.
Fun But Tough
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
on December 30, 2017
I kind of missed the good ole days where you could turn a sports game on and just start playing. I've been out of sports game for some time, but wanted to get back into it. And man was it tough. The graphics and presentation are truly second-to-none, but I found myself practicing...to play a videogame against the computer.... for a week. It's fun when you get the hang of it, but know that unless you're a pro at 2K, you'll need to put the work in to learn how to play.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Spider-Man: Homecoming [Includes Digital Copy] [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray] [2017]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/304b2327-370a-41e7-956a-951dd4939472.png)
Spider-Man: Homecoming [Includes Digital Copy] [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray] [2017]
Great Spider-Man Reunion
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
on December 30, 2017
I absolutely love this movie. I was a bit skeptical because I honestly enjoyed the Amazing Spider-Man movies, but Holland nails it. This is as relatable (at least as far as the awkward high school stuff goes) as it is enjoyable. And I think Keaton is at his best as a villain. He's awesome.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Amazon - Fire TV Stick with Alexa Voice Remote - Black
Enjoy smart access to videos, games and apps with this Amazon Fire TV stick. Its Alexa voice remote lets you deliver hands-free commands when you want to watch television or engage with other applications. With a quad-core processor, 1GB internal memory and 8GB of storage, this portable Amazon Fire TV stick works fast for buffer-free streaming.
Fast and easy to use
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
on December 30, 2017
The Amazon Fire Stick is a blessing. My AppleTV died but this has more than made up for my loss. I'm never looking back. Instead of having one AppleTV (due to cost) I have 3 firesticks in all of my TVs. Set up is a breeze and performance is smooth. I don't use the Alexa remote to talk into it (I'm a Google Home guy) but the remote is responsive. And for Harmony users, you'll be happy to know that the FireStick plays very well with Harmony. And lastly,, maybe most importantly, you can't beat the price
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Call of Duty: WWII Standard Edition - PlayStation 4
Call of Duty: WWIIPre-order and get the Multiplayer Upgrade, includes a Weapon Unlock Token and Multiplayer 2XP**Weapon unlock and 2XP usable in multiplayer only. 2XP limited to 4 hours of gameplay.Call of Duty® returns to its roots with Call of Duty®: WWII—a breathtaking experience that redefines World War II for a new gaming generation. Land in Normandy on D-Day and battle across Europe through iconic locations in history’s most monumental war. Experience classic Call of Duty combat, the bonds of camaraderie, and the unforgiving nature of war against a global power throwing the world into tyranny.Game OverviewCall of Duty: WWII creates the definitive World War II next generation experience across three different game modes: Campaign, Multiplayer, and Co-Operative. Featuring stunning visuals, the Campaign transports players to the European theater as they engage in an all-new Call of Duty story set in iconic World War II battles. Multiplayer marks a return to original, boots-on-the ground Call of Duty gameplay. Authentic weapons and traditional run-and-gun action immerse you in a vast array of World War II–themed locations. The Co-Operative mode unleashes a new and original story in a standalone game experience full of unexpected, adrenaline-pumping moments.
Same action different setting
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
on December 30, 2017
Honestly, either you like COD games or you hate them. THe controls are tight and the action is packed. If you are looking for entertainment in the WWII setting (which I ALWAYS enjoy going back to) this game is a must. Just be prepared for convoluted multiplayer (I'm an older guy).
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Apple Watch Series 1 38mm Silver Aluminum Case White Sport Band - Silver Aluminum
Durable, lightweight aluminum cases in silver, space gray, gold, and rose gold. Sport Band in a variety of colors. All the features of the original Apple Watch, plus a new dual-core processor for faster performance. All models run watchOS 3. Requires an iPhone 5 or later.
Convenient but not necessary
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4.0
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
on December 30, 2017
I like having a smartwatch to deliver notifications so I don't have to get my phone out of my backpack or pocket. The Apple Watch is still one of the best, as set up is nearly flawless and I've had zero communication issues. It's easy to navigate and is quite intuitive. I think the biggest decision to make when deciding if you really want an Apple Watch is whether you really want to stay that connected and if you want something else to worry about. It requires daily charging (much like your phone) and requires use of another outlet, with a proprietary charger. Forgetting a charger on a trip will render your watch entirely useless.
But if you're willing to put up with that, then this is a great choice for smartwatch (and let's be honest, virtually the only choice for iPhone users).
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Epson - ProSense 57 GPS Heart Rate Monitor Watch - Black
Track just about every aspect of your workout with this ProSense 57 running watch. Built-in GPS records your route, pace and distance traveled, while CardioSense technology monitors your heart rate for health-conscious exercise. Featuring smart technology for message notifications and music playlist access alongside built-in training features that keep you motivated, this ProSense 57 running watch is an ideal fitness partner.
Good 1st effort, but app holds it back
Customer Rating
3.0
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
on December 14, 2017
I always thought of Epson as a printing company. So I was a bit intrigued to find out they were making a running watch. I think the running watch looks good, some might not like it because it's plain and black but that's what I like about it. There's no color screen, which is unnecessary and it does not have a touchscreen (again, not necessary). I assume these latter omissions were to conserve battery life. My big gripe about the watch itself is the length of the nonreplaceable strap, it barely reaches around my wrist.
The buttons on the watch are pretty intuitive. I found it easy to figure out how to navigate the watch. There's a start/stop button, select button, and two other buttons (basically up/down to go through the menus). Again, getting around the watch was no issue, but the app on the other hand...
The app is what holds this phone back. Let me start from the beginning. I charge my watch completely, while it's charging I download the app and set up an account. Then I'm told to update the firmware, which could take UP TO AN HOUR. That long to update ANYTHING is unacceptable, particularly when it's brand new out of the box. Thankfully, it didn't take that long, but I had issues along the way. There's no progress bar for the update, so several times I thought the app was frozen (and one time I left the app to do something else on my phone). After a few hiccups, I decided to just sit my phone down next to the watch and let it update. Finally, after about a 30 minute process it was up to date. But then, the time and date wouldn't sync. I went to the menus on the app (and even the watch) and made sure it was supposed to sync with my phone. But it didn't. Finally I set the time to sync with GPS and that worked. Everytime you connect the watch to your phone, it takes a few minutes to sync. It seems like every menu you go to on your phone (while it's connected to the app) takes a minute to load which makes navigating the app frustrating. Luckily, I don't do it all that often. I run, the watch saves my data and I look at it every now and then.
The battery life is just OK. I turned off continuous HR and the GPS and it lasted two full days. BUT I only went on 2 runs (I used GPS during the runs). To me, this isn't "world class battery life" as advertised. It's not bad, but I expected more, especially given it's limitations as a "smartwatch". (BTW, I didn't expect it to be a smart watch, nor do I want it to be, I'm just saying the battery life should be better since it's not doing more complicated processes as a smart watch).
AS to the smart watch component, you can receive notifications from your phone on your watch, but they're limited. First, that means you have to stay connected to Bluetooth which means the battery drains faster, second when you get a text, you can't read it on your watch. It just says text message received (and it lists the sender). So you have your phone and watch vibrating when you get a notification. Without being able to read it on your watch, there's no point to using that functionality.
As a running watch this is a competent watch. The data is accurate and I've had no issues with using it as a running watch. The first time I used it, it took a second to get the GPS signal, but since then no issues. It finds a signal pretty quickly. The dedicated start/stop button makes it quick and easy to get a run going, which is much appreciated. I haven't used it for other activities so I can't comment on its accuracy when say, biking. The HR monitor is good. I don't think any wrist based HR monitor beats a chest strap, but this is a good alternative if you don't want the additional equipment.
I must also add that this app does allow you to transfer data to other apps (such as MapMyRun and a few others), but I didn't try that out so I can't comment. I don't use other running apps. I used my FitBit before
All in all, this is a good running watch. It's problems are its app (which you can get over, unless you spend an inordinate amount of time viewing your stats within a running app) and the fact that it does nothing to stand out in the crowd. Your likely to lean towards a Garmin because of name recognition, but you can't go wrong with this watch if you need one to track your runs.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Google - Chromecast - Black
Enjoy a world of entertainment with Google Chromecast. Just connect to your HDTV's HDMI interface and your home Wi-Fi network to get started. You can stream your favorite apps from your compatible phone, tablet or laptop, plus use your phone as a remote to search, play and pause content.
Great way to watch shows but no remote
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
on December 10, 2017
I like the Google Chromecast integration with Google Home and I like being able to control things with my phone, but sometimes I need a remote. Don't get me wrong the Chromecast works well and seemless, and while most people always have their phones with them, I do prefer to use a remote. I just use Chromecasts because I'm invested in the Google ecosystem and Google Home.
At the end of the day, if you use Google Services, this is the best (I think only real) option. But if you have no major investment in any other ecosystem, I would give pause to the no remote thing. It's a fundamental change in how we watch TV; easy to get past, but a minor annoyance nonetheless.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Amazon - Fire HD 8 - 8" - Tablet - 16GB 7th Generation, 2017 Release - Punch Red
Enjoy reading or playing games on this Kindle Fire HD 8 tablet. The 8-inch screen supports HD playback for enjoyable movie watching, and the battery works for up to 12 hours between charges. This Kindle Fire HD 8 tablet has a 1.3GHz quad-core processor for fast response times and a microSD slot for expandable storage.
Awesome budget content consumption tablet
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
on December 10, 2017
I must admit, it was difficult going from Apple iPad screen to the Fire HD 8 (clarity still doesn't compare), but honestly, you can get over that pretty easily. If all you need/use a tablet for is media consumption like streaming shows on the go, reading kindle, reading online newspaper and the occasional websurfing, this is the tablet to get. Best part is the microSD slot. You can put in a card and get the ability to download and store a lot of shows for those time you don't have the internet. If you use Amazon Kindle books and watch TV shows on the go, this is the tablet to get.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Canon - EOS Rebel T6i DSLR Camera with 18-55mm and 55-250mm Lenses - Black
Capture epic photos and share them immediately with this Canon EOS Rebel camera kit. The 24.2-megapixel CMOS sensor ensures a clear shot in virtually any lighting. The included standard and telephoto zoom lenses let you shoot everything from portraits and landscapes to extreme nature close-ups. Featuring built-in Wi-Fi for immediate uploads to social media, this Canon EOS Rebel camera kit is a smart choice for vloggers.
Great deal
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
on December 10, 2017
This is a fantastic deal for a good mid range DSLR. The lenses are a bit slow, but you can't beat the deal. For those who are new at using DSLRs, this one is pretty easy to learn.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Meet the unrivaled, everyday noise canceling headphone for people who want to keep it simple. Hesh ANC is engineered with just the right amount of added features to make your life a little easier without a lot of additional technology that you might not need.
Do these headphones have a mute button and how long is the battery life if using for office calls?
I don't think there's a dedicated "mute" button on the headphones, I didn't find one, so it will need to be controlled from your phone. I never measured battery life for calls, but I've used them for calls (they sound good) and listened to hours of music over the course of a couple of weeks (of and on, not every single day) before having to recharge them. I feel pretty confident you could go a full day of calls without the battery dying.
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Easily shoot, print, edit, and stick photos, with the IVY CLIQ+2. Capture every moment with the Canon IVY CLIQ+2 — an easy to use Instant Camera Printer that is portable so you can take it with you! Instantly shoot and print 2”x3” photos and place them almost anywhere thanks to a peel and stick backing. You can take the perfect selfies with a Large Selfie Mirror and 8 LED Ring Light. Plus, you can connect your mobile device to the Canon Mini Print App1 to print photos from your camera roll and add filters, effects, emojis and more!
Does it automatically print a picture you take? Or can you chose which photos to print and which to just keep in your usb memory?
Yes it prints immediately. I believe, but am not 100% certain, that if you have a microSD card inserted, it will save a digital copy of the picture you take (and print)
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The Ninja brand has been a leader in kitchen appliances delivering innovative products for decades. Now introducing the Ninja Professional Plus Food Processor—make food prep easier with its power, intelligence, and versatility. The 1000-peak-watt motor and preset programs chop veggies, shred cheese, and make smooth sauces and cookie dough from scratch—all at the touch of a button.
is there a storage container for the blades with this one or separate?
Unfortunately, there's no storage for the attachments which is a bummer. Obviously there's space in the container for one (where I keep the sharp chopping attachment) and I keep the shredding/slicing disc in a cardboard container that it came with for the packaging.
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The Ninja brand has been a leader in kitchen appliances delivering innovative products for decades. Now introducing the Ninja Professional Plus Food Processor—make food prep easier with its power, intelligence, and versatility. The 1000-peak-watt motor and preset programs chop veggies, shred cheese, and make smooth sauces and cookie dough from scratch—all at the touch of a button.
Can I use this to cut together flour and butter?
Yes you can, with the "dough" attachment that's included
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Smart Light Starter Kit with Google Assistant
Use the Google Smart Light Starter Kit to control the lights using just your voice. Set up in a snap: just plug in Google Home Mini, screw in the GE C-Life smart light bulb, and download the Google Home app to get started. Then just say "Hey Google" to dim, brighten, turn on and turn off the lights."
Can I use this to turn off my lights while I am away from home? Also, do I get the starter kit and then multiple bulbs or do I need to get a box thing for each room? Thanks so much
Yes, you can turn off your lights from your phone (via Google Home app) when you are away from home. You don't need this starter kit per room unless you want multiple Google Home minis throughout your home (I have several) but obviously the number of smart bulbs (should you want them) will outweigh the number of Google Home minis you need. In other words, one Google Home mini could control all of the smart bulbs you have in your house. You would just need to be within earshot of that one mini when asking Google to turn lights on and off. For me, I keep one Google Home on each floor of my house
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WD - Blue 500GB Internal SSD SATA
Handle storage demands with this Western Digital SATA solid-state drive. Its 560MB/s read speed and 530MB/s write speed are suitable for intensive applications, and its 2.5-inch form factor fits most desktops and laptops. The solid-state drive has no moving parts, making the drive resistant to shock to protect your data. Includes the WD SSD Dashboard to keep track of the drive's status.
Would this work for a Mac Mini? 2014 and newer??? Or a an older MacBook Pro 13 inch. 2011 version I believe.
Yes, I put it in my 2012 Macbook Pro without any issues. Substantially improved the performance
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WD - Blue 500GB Internal SSD SATA
Handle storage demands with this Western Digital SATA solid-state drive. Its 560MB/s read speed and 530MB/s write speed are suitable for intensive applications, and its 2.5-inch form factor fits most desktops and laptops. The solid-state drive has no moving parts, making the drive resistant to shock to protect your data. Includes the WD SSD Dashboard to keep track of the drive's status.
Does this ssd works on MacBook Pro
Yes, I installed it in my 2012 Macbook Pro. I would find a SATA cable, plug it in to your Macbook and clone your existing HDD, use a small Phllips Head screw driver to remove the bottom plate, unscrew the mounting bracket, insert the pegs from your old HDD to the new SSD using a torx screw (very small) and put the plate back on and that's it. Very simple and painless process
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Mohu - Arc Indoor Curved HDTV Antenna 40-Mile Range - White
Improve your viewing of local TV channels with this indoor Mohu Arc TV antenna. Its multidirectional range captures clear broadcast signals within its 40-mile radius, and its plug-and-play operation provides a convenient enhanced TV setup next to your TV or hang on the wall. This Mohu Arc TV antenna is compatible with HDTV units, letting you enjoy the full quality of Full HD and Ultra HD over-the-air programs.
Will it connect to tv with hdmi input only?
No, it connects via coaxial cable
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Arlo - Indoor/Outdoor 5" Adjustable Mount for Essential Spotlight, Pro 5S 2K, Pro 4, Ultra 2, and Go 2 Cameras - Black
Get the perfect angle for your Arlo security cameras. Easily adjustable mount provides 360 degree swivel and 90 degrees of tilt for the Arlo cameras. It's easy to Quick Start and adjust the camera position for indoor, outdoor, wall and ceiling mounting.
Does it rotate or move?
The base itself doesn't rotate as it is secured to wherever you put it, but the end of the mount (where the screw thread is located) swivels 360 degrees adding a lot flexibility to your placement options.
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Logitech - Harmony Smart Control (Remote Control and Smart Hub) - Black
This Logitech Harmony 915-000194 smart control lets you use your compatible Apple® iPhone®, iPod® touch or iPad® or Android device to control up to 8 components for simple, multifunction use.
Does this remote work with Xbox one?
Yes, sort of, depending on what your asking. The remote itself doesn't control anything but commands to the Logitech Home. But yes, the Logitech Home does turn on my Xbox One S. I've controlled a Blu-Ray before but must admit I haven't tried to navigate the console menu.
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