callmeageeth
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Microsoft - Xbox One S 500GB Minecraft Favorites Console Bundle with 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray - Robot White
Own the Xbox One S Minecraft Favorites Bundle (500GB), featuring everything you need to build, survive, and explore! Get full game downloads of Minecraft for Xbox One and Windows 10, plus thirteen fabulous, community-favorite content Packs, including Halo Mash-up and Festive Mash-up. Craft new Minecraft worlds together with friends on Xbox Live, the most advanced multiplayer network. And now with the new Xbox One S, you can even watch 4K Blu-ray™ movies, stream Netflix and Amazon Video in stunning 4K Ultra HD, and play a growing library of Xbox 360 games. With all the biggest blockbusters this year, there's never been a better time to jump ahead with Xbox One.
Highly Recommend for 4K TV
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
on February 14, 2017
I already had an Xbox One, but upgraded to the One S so I could enjoy my 4K TV and I was left impressed. The picture quality is astounding (assuming you have 4K TV). For me, that was enough to justify the cost, since it was cheaper than standalone 4K players. An added plus is that the power brick is FINALLY gone.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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My Best Buy number: 2706404977
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Star Trek Beyond [Includes Digital Copy] [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray] [2016]
Great extension of franchise
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
on February 14, 2017
I think you either like Star Trek or you don't. This film wasn't received well critically, but I found it entertaining and loved the continued story of the characters from previous two "reboot" films
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![The Secret Life of Pets [Includes Digital Copy] [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray] [2016]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/5615/5615602_sa.jpg)
The Secret Life of Pets [Includes Digital Copy] [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray] [2016]
Great family movie
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
on February 14, 2017
This is an enjoyable film for my son and myself. Highly recommend it for anyone that has an attachment for their pet.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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PowerA - Storage Case for PlayStation VR - Black
Protect your PlayStation VR headset with this PowerA storage case. Its durable construction safeguards the headset from accidental damage, and it has an internal mesh pouch that provides cable management and additional storage. The rugged zipper and lightweight handle make this PowerA storage case easy to carry with you anywhere.
Great protection, but not a lot of room
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
on February 6, 2017
This item will protect the headset and the headset only. There is no room for the extension cable from headset to processing unit (you can jam it in there, but I personally wouldn't). I don't see it as a travel bag, although it can be one, since it doesn't carry all necessary VR accessories, but I consider it essential protection for when you aren't using it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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WeMo - Light Switch - White/Light Gray
Belkin Wemo F7C030FC Light Switch: This Wi-Fi–enabled light switch lets you control and schedule the lights in your home from almost anywhere with your Android or Apple® smartphone or tablet. The backlight makes it easy to find at night.
Makes you feel like a wizard
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
on January 31, 2017
The premise of this switch is fascinating, control your lights remotely and in some circumstances, with your voice. I recommend you get, or either own, Amazon Echo or Google Home for the full experience. Other than having the ability to turn lights off remotely (say when you're on vacation) the real magic is being able to turn on/off the lights with your voice.
The set up is pretty straightforward. The installation is easy if you have any do-it-yourself know how. You just need to turn off the power to the switch and unscrew some screws. The one big caveat is the white wire (when you get the packaging you'll know) but you are required to have a white wire (neutral) in your switch box for this to work. It's my understanding if your house is less than 20 years old, you should have one. Mine were unused and wrapped tightly in the back of the switch box.
Once it's installed, it's pretty easy to setup., You download the app and run through it's pretty straightforward set up. The app is clean and easy to understand and for the most part, the set up was painfree. Although I did get hung up on connecting it to Wi-Fi, but that was before I realized the importance of the "white" wire.
Once set up, I linked it to both my Amazon Alexa app and Google Home app and voila. Voice activated lights. All I say is "Hey Google, turn the lights on in the kitchen" or something close to that, and Google turns the lights on.
Of all smart home tech, I put lights at the top of the list of must-haves, right below thermostat.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Nutri Ninja BlendMax DUO Auto-iQ Boost 88-Oz. Blender - Black/Chrome
Whip up healthy drinks with the Nutri Ninja BlendMax blender. Its Total Crushing blade technology and 1600W of power grind vegetables and frozen fruits, letting you create luscious smoothies, purees and fresh juices. The Nutri Ninja BlendMax blender comes with two interchangeable pitchers, letting you mix up to 88 oz. of ingredients or extract nutritious vitamins.
Great performance but large
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
on January 27, 2017
If you've had a Ninja blender before, you are in for a treat. This model outshines the performance of any previous versions (I know because I've previously owned two Ninja blenders). The blending jar is huge 88 oz, I haven't made anything large enough to fill it up, but it is nice to know I can make margaritas for a large crowd. I love the timer on the blender, not necessary, but nice to see how long it's been on. The buttons on the machine itself all have a purpose. That is to say it's not overly complex.
The one complaint and it's a big one, both literally and figuratively, is that the base is large. The width and footprint doesn't bother me as much as the height. Combine the height of the base with the height of an 88 oz pitcher and you have a large blender taking up your counter space. If you have cabinets above your counter top where you'd place the blender make sure they're high enough!! I didn't and can't keep the pitcher attached to the base but in a separate cabinet.
I do like the separate "titan cups" which are similar to a Nutribullet. The powerful base and blade combo whips up frozen fruit and makes smooth as silk smoothies to take on the go in no time. I would recommend this device based on the titan travel cups alone.
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
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Sony - Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Black
Pack a stereo experience in your backpack with this black Sony portable wireless speaker. This Bluetooth-enabled speaker provides up to 12 hours of battery life and features a water-resistant design for use outdoors. This Sony portable wireless speaker includes a stereo mini jack and comes with a Micro USB cable.
Great sound and battery life
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
on January 18, 2017
For the money, this is a tremendous speaker with great sound and decent battery life. Bass isn't huge, but this is a small package and it's more than adequate. My one big complaint, which is present in nearly every single Bluetooth speaker, is no playback controls. I like to have forward button on the speaker itself for the times I don't want to pull out my phone (or I'm closer to the speaker) when I want to change songs.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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My Best Buy number: 2706404977
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Amazon - Echo Dot (2nd generation) - Smart Speaker with Alexa - White
Interact with Alexa anywhere in your home with the Amazon Echo Dot voice-controlled device. The compact size is a perfect fit in any room, and the built-in speaker lets you set an alarm or stream music. The Amazon Echo Dot voice-controlled device plugs into your home stereo speakers or connects wirelessly through Bluetooth.
Great for smart home, versatile
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
on January 18, 2017
I have both Google Home and Amazon Echo Dot. I also have a Harmony Hub and several smart home devices. I love the smart home integration and once you activate lights and your entertainment center with your voice, good luck going back. For now, the Echo has better integration with my smart home, but once Google Home catches up, I will be switching to Google for the sole reason I subscribe to Google Play Music.
But to be honest all of these devices have limited uses and the "fun" or "cool" appeal wears off soon. It's fun to ask Alexa questions or ask her to tell you a joke, but that gets old quick. It's also cool to order something from Amazon, but I rarely do so because I like to look at what I'm ordering.
You will definitely need a secondary speaker to connect this to. Which brings me to the one big problem and that's having a secondary speaker on at all times (and sometimes on the correct input). For example, I connected my Echo Dot to my receiver to play sound through it, but I also use the receiver to watch TV, etc., so I change the inputs. So when I ask Alexa to answer a quick question, I have to make sure it's on the right input. I know that I an ask Alexa to tell Harmony to change the input but I often forget to do so. I wish I could have a dedicated sound system that awoke whenever Alexa was triggered.
At the end of the day, it's a fun device to have that provides some useful "skills" (ordering Dominos is cool, but I've only done it once) and games (I like Jeopardy) but it's true usefulness is its ability to be the voice hub for your smart home, if you're interested in having one...
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Amazon - Echo - White
Control your technology from afar with this Amazon Echo voice-activated speaker. The hands-free technology lets you control it with only your voice, and the 360° omnidirectional sound fills the room with music. This Amazon Echo voice-activated speaker answers questions and offers news, sports and weather updates to keep you in the know.
Easy to use and fun, but limited appeal
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
on January 18, 2017
I have both Google Home and Amazon Echo. I also have a Harmony Hub and several smart home devices. I love the smart home integration and once you activate lights and your entertainment center with your voice, good luck going back. For now, the Echo has better integration with my smart home, but once Google Home catches up, I will be switching to Google for the sole reason I subscribe to Google Play Music.
But to be honest all of these devices have limited uses and the "fun" or "cool" appeal wears off soon. It's fun to ask Alexa questions or ask her to tell you a joke, but that gets old quick. It's also cool to order something from Amazon, but I rarely do so because I like to look at what I'm ordering. The sound quality is passable for a small speaker. I prefer to send music to my receiver through other means (i.e. Google Home and Chromecast Audio).
At the end of the day, it's a fun device to have that provides some useful "skills" (ordering Dominos is cool, but I've only done it once) and games (I like Jeopardy) but it's true usefulness is its ability to be the voice hub for your smart home, if you're interested in having one...
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
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Linksys - Velop AC2200 Tri-Band Mesh Wi-Fi 5 System (3-pack) - White
Make your home an internet haven with this versatile Linksys Velop wireless Wi-Fi system. Three identical tri-band dual-stream AC2200 routers, each equipped with a quad-core ARM Cortex-A7 processor, deliver lightning-fast internet. Equipped with Bluetooth 4.0/LE, this Linksys Velop wireless Wi-Fi system is simple to set up and pairs easily with computers, tablets and smart devices.
Great performance, but difficult set up
Customer Rating
3.0
Posted by: callmeageeth
from Louisville, KY
on January 16, 2017
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In looking for routers, the most important factor to me is the ease of use. If you are buying a new router, chances are, it as the speed and power to fuel your Wi-Fi devices. Since routers are meant to be in the open (for best performance) style and size are also important to me. The Linksys Velop crosses off two of those boxes but fails on the third and I can't recommend it.
I am a guy interested in tech, I love reading about it and having the most up to date gadgets. And while I'm familiar with the inner workings and specs of most of my devices, I don't pretend to be an internet modem/router/networking guru. But I'm pretty good at getting things to work. I have approximately 30 devices connected to my network. Tablets, gaming systems, several Chromecasts, Google Home, Amazon Echo, Nest Thermostat and Protect, WeMo switches, phones and laptops. I need a high performance router. I have a large Linksys AC1900. I have no issues with its performance, but it is big and bulky. I also mention the number of devices I have to explain my issues (see below) and the fact that when you have a smart home, changing Wi-Fi routers is no easy decision. You must be prepared to spend hours resetting devices and Wi-Fi settings.
What drew me to the Velop were the 3 smaller "nodes" that act as internet extenders without creating separate Wi-Fi networks (if you've ever used an extender, you know what I'm talking about) with the ability to give me Ethernet ports in other rooms (where the nodes would be placed) without a drop in performance. And to be honest the Velop looks fantastic (IMHO). I think they are sharp, and have a small footprint (although the AC adapter is huge). The box is well crafted and smartly designed, and even though that doesn't matter, it shows the simplistic goals of the Velop: this device is intended for persons of all knowledge and capabilities to have a cutting edge Wi-Fi network.
I took the nodes and chargers out of the box (only one Ethernet cord is included) and placed them where I wanted them in the house. I took the "main" node where my old router was, and swapped them out (one big disadvantage that needs to be mentioned is that there's only 2 Ethernet ports in each node which can affect placement of your devices that you like wired). I plugged the modem to the Velop node and went to my phone. I already had the Linksys app from my previous router, but the app wouldn't open. I ended up uninstalling it and re-downloading it from the Google Play store. I logged back in and was prompted to the Velop installation page which is a basic walkthrough (where to plug Ethernet cord into node). The Velop was found, then it "looked" for my modem. The app told me to restart the modem. After about 3 minutes, the router was up and running. Up to this point, everything was going almost flawlessly. I typed in the network name and password and everything was working. I added my phone to the Wi-Fi network and had blazing speeds of over 100 MBps throughout my house on the different nodes (I pay for 100 MBps speeds).
Then I started the arduous process of adding all of my devices to the network and that's where the issues began. I tried adding my 2nd Gen Nest, but it couldn't find it. It did find several suspicious networks that looked like they were coming from the Velop (I never figured out what they were for). I was able to add one Chromecast Audio but was unable to add my first gen Chromecast video. My Amazon Echo Dot could find it, but then it wouldn't connect to the Bluetooth speaker (probably the result of something else, but it worked prior to installing new router). The Wemo devices couldn't find the network I just created and neither could my computer.
At this point I started troubleshooting. I started thinking that maybe the older devices only accepted 2.4 GHz signal, and the Velop was sending out a 5 GHz signal. So I thought, I'll just go on the app and set up a separate 2.4 GHz network and add the older devices to that. But there was no such option. I went through every option in the app and couldn't find anything helpful. I searched the internet to no avail. At this point, unable to add my two most important devices (my Nest devices) I decided to plug my old router back in. Once I did, everything worked flawlessly again.
I can't say I wasn't doing something wrong, maybe someone will comment and tell me I'm an idiot. But the point is that the Velop is supposed to be dead simple to use. The speed was fantastic and covered my house like no other device I've ever used. But not being able to add my other devices was a deal breaker. The app, while simple and nice aesthetics, couldn't help me set up what I thought would fix the issue (2.4 GHz network).
If you are looking to purchase all new devices that support 5GHz bands or are just adding new devices to the network (versus resetting old devices and updating the Wi-Fi network) this might work for you, but if you are like me and have a working network with a large number of devices, I wouldn't bother as it will cause many unwanted headaches.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
My Best Buy number: 2706404977
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GoPro - Karma Quadcopter with HERO5 Black - Black/White
Take aerial shots with this GoPro Karma drone. Its Karma Stabilizer lets the included HERO5 Black action camera capture shake-free videos, while the Karma Grip provides reliable stabilization for handheld and mounted filming. The game-style controller with an integrated touch display makes Karma easy and fun to fly.Fly Responsibly:Before takeoff, update all software and firmware, and read the instructions thoroughly.See the FAA website for registration requirements and information about flying a drone safely: https://www.faa.gov/uas/getting_started/. Additional state or local requirements may apply. Check your local jurisdiction. The following websites may help you make informed decisions about flying your drone: www.knowbeforeyoufly.org and www.modelaircraft.org.
Just curious what the flight time experience has been like. Says 20 minutes with no payload; however, is the camera considered "payload"? Is it 20 minutes WITH the camera? Also, how close to 20 minutes is the "actual" flight time?
Given that the camera is required to fly I wouldn't think that the camera is considered payload. I've never tried to fly with any payload mostly because I haven't needed to and it doesn't seem equipped to hold anything (you would have to use some ingenuity to attach something to it). I can speak as to how long it flies without any payload but obviously with the camera. And in my use, it's been between 18-19 minutes of flight time. The very first time I flew it, it landed itself due to low battery around the 18 minutes mark, even though on the handheld controller, the screen said there was 2 minutes of flight time left. I haven't flown it enough while taking video/stills to determine how much that drains the battery. Hope that helps.
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Sony - PlayStation VR Launch Bundle
Sony PlayStation VR Launch Bundle:Immerse yourself in a virtual-reality gaming world with this Sony PlayStation VR bundle. Experience body-responsive gaming with the two PlayStation Move motion controllers. The built-in camera lets you take clear photos, and the stereo headphones provide rich sound. Challenge your gaming ability with the VR Worlds game included with this Sony PlayStation VR bundle.
Is the camera of this bundle the latest one? The ps4 camera? Or the ps3 camera?
Yes, the bundle comes with the newest model camera. The packaging and promotions for the PSVR actually show the older model (which as I understand, will still work). This camera is completely different than the PS3 version.
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Google - Pixel 4G LTE with 32GB Memory Cell Phone (Verizon)
Bring the power of Google directly to your fingertips with the Google Pixel. A large 32GB of storage keep data secure, while unlimited cloud storage transfers data as needed, and it's completely automatic. The large 5-inch screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 4 to ensure the Google Pixel remains scratch-free.
It is an unlocked phone, so I assume it is compatible with SIM card from other countries - is that correct?
I can't confirrm that it will work sims from other countries (depends on bandwidths) but I can absolutely confirm that putting a T-Mobile sim into this phone will work. Sorry couldn't give you a better answer!
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GoPro - Dual Battery Charger - Black
Charge 2 GoPro lithium-ion batteries simultaneously with this GoPro AHBBP-301 charger that reliably draws power from select USB chargers, USB-enabled computers or GoPro wall or vehicle chargers (not included), so you can keep your camera ready for use.
Does this have the cable to connect charger to computer? Is there a cord that connects camera directly to computer or wall charger for charging? I think we lost ours.
It comes with a mini-USB cable which you can plug into your computer (I wouldn't recommend because of slow charging) and a wall charger. The same mini-USB cable plugs directly into the camera itself
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Turtle Beach - Ear Force PX22 Amplified Universal Gaming Headset - Black/Blue
Turtle Beach Ear Force PX22 Amplified Universal Gaming Headset: Enjoy more freedom and use your universal headset with more than one gaming console. Customize your audio and let it automatically boost online chatting so you hear every sound during your gaming session.
Does it work with party system on Xbox one
It is my understanding that this headset is not compatible with the Xbox one
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HP - Pavilion 23" IPS LED HD Monitor - Jet Black/Natural Silver
Play games, watch movies and more with this HP Pavilion 23cw 23" LED monitor, which features 1920 x 1080 resolution and IPS technology for clear visuals from a wide variety of vantage points. Enhance+ uses noise reduction to improve image quality.
Can i use apple tv on this monitor
As long as your monitor has an HDMI port you can.*
NOTE: that is the simplest answer, you can, theoretically, buy a couple different adapters to make it work.
NOTE: that is the simplest answer, you can, theoretically, buy a couple different adapters to make it work.
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SanDisk - Ultra PLUS 128GB microSDXC UHS-I Memory Card
Expand the storage of your compatible device with this SanDisk Ultra PLUS microSDXC memory card that features a 128GB capacity to hold your photos and videos and a Class 10 rating to ensure speedy data transfer. The rugged design resists damage.
compatibility
I have a Dell Venue 8 Pro.Would this work with it for storage?also is it compatible with android devices?...thank you
Double check your specific Android device. Most newer devices accept it, I believe this card was intended for Android devices, but again, I know some devices only accept up to 64 GB card
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Microsoft - Surface Pro 3 - 12" - Intel Core i5 - 128GB - Silver
Microsoft Surface Pro 3 Tablet: The new Surface Pro 3 is in a category of its own. With a stunning 12" display in a sleek magnesium frame, Surface Pro 3 has all the power and performance of a laptop in an incredibly lightweight, versatile form. It may just be the ultimate device.
How do you read a full size sd card?
You would have to get some sort of USB adapter for a full size SD card. It only accepts MicroSD
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