MrPHD
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- First ReviewMarch 8, 2012
- Last ReviewJune 5, 2024
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- Average Rating4.3
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- First AnswerMarch 27, 2014
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Microsoft - Wireless Display Adapter V2 receiver - Dark-Titanium
Stream and share your favorite media content seamlessly to the big screen with this Microsoft wireless display adapter. Display everything you wish to transmit to your monitor or TV screen with certified Wi-Fi Miracast technology. This Microsoft wireless adapter provides easy connectivity via USB and HDMI cable and delivers a reliable data transmission of up to 23 feet.
Miracast reciever
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: MrPHD
from Pasadena
on February 14, 2017
Pretty much any Windows laptop that shipped with Windows 8 has Miracast tech inside of it, which means you can connect wirelessly (audio/video) to the MS Wireless display adapter. Incredibly useful for conference rooms.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 3306464118
My Best Buy number: 3306464118
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Fitbit - Blaze Smart Fitness Watch (Large) - Black
Automatically track any exercise you do with the Fitbit Blaze in black. This smart fitness watch instantly recognizes when you are exercising with SmartTrack, whether you are cycling, running or jogging, and the GPS tracks where you are in real-time. Get help from the on-screen workouts, and let the Fitbit Blaze in blue track your sleep for optimal health.
Looks nicer but not as good as Surge
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: MrPHD
from Pasadena
on February 14, 2017
After having the Surge for 2 years, which the band easily wears off, switched to the Blaze. i do like the color screen and now it shows some emojis (which the surge was incapable of). I do notice that the vibration alerts do not always work/or can be felt. Also, turning it on to look at the time is also a bit more difficult. You have to either raise your wrist way above you for it to turn on, or tap it 2-3 times to bring it up. This makes checking the time not so subtle. The Surge always had the time on, even if it was dimly lit.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 3306464118
My Best Buy number: 3306464118
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Seagate - Backup Plus 4TB External USB 3.0/2.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black
Store plenty of files on this Seagate Backup Plus STDR4000100 portable hard drive, which features a 4TB capacity that offers space for pictures, documents and more. The included Seagate Dashboard software lets you automatically back up files.
Tons of space
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: MrPHD
from Pasadena
on February 14, 2017
Tons of space at a low price, would prefer if they didn't use propriety cables, but great for massive backups.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 3306464118
My Best Buy number: 3306464118
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Sony - PlayStation VR
Sony PlayStation VR:Immerse yourself in a vivid virtual world of gaming with this Sony headset for the PlayStation VR. Its 3D audio technology makes sounds sharper and clearer, while the advanced VR display creates an incredibly lifelike gaming experience. This plug-and-play Sony headset is fully adjustable for optimal comfort, even after wearing it for long periods.
Will change how you watch movies or play games
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: MrPHD
from Pasadena
on February 14, 2017
I wasn't sure I would like this, but after putting it on and watching a BR movie, you feel like you are inside a dark theater - at the perfect center and correct distance from the giant screen - without anyone else - sold me on this.
You can also just play *any* game on a giant screen in addition to the actual PSVR games (which some are really good).
For me, it's worth it just to watch a movie using PSVR, you may never want to go to a theater again.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 3306464118
My Best Buy number: 3306464118
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Sony - PlayStation Camera for PlayStation 4 (New)
Log into your PS4 wirelessly with the PlayStation camera. Its dual wide-angle lenses and four microphones let the device record and recognize users as they sign in, play games and interact. Use the PlayStation camera to log in via face recognition, launch games with voice commands, and navigate and access programs hands-free.
Required for PSVR
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: MrPHD
from Pasadena
on February 14, 2017
Required for some PSVR applications/games, and wish they would have made a better holder as most TV's are incredibly thing and it is easy to knock the camera off.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 3306464118
My Best Buy number: 3306464118
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Sony - PlayStation® Move Motion Controller (2-Pack) - Black
Get into the action of favorite games with this pack of PlayStation Move controllers. A round light provides visual feedback while you play, and the controllers are rechargeable to cut down on battery costs. This two-pack of PlayStation Move controllers pairs easily with the navigation controller for increased excitement on a variety of games.
Required for some VR Games
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: MrPHD
from Pasadena
on February 14, 2017
These are required/recommended for certain VR games, particularly shooters. My only problem with it is it needs to be plugged into a PS3/PS4 via Firewire, but the PS4 only has 2 USB ports which 1 is reserved for the PSVR.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 3306464118
My Best Buy number: 3306464118
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Fitbit - Surge Fitness Watch (Large) - Black
Fitbit Surge Fitness Watch (Large): Built with GPS tracking and continuous, wrist-based heart rate monitoring, Surge displays real-time workout stats like distance, pace, elevation climbed, and heart rate intensity, so you can make the most of your training.
Amazing Tracker
Customer Rating
4.0
I bought this so I could glance at texts when pulled over while riding my bike or see who is calling while riding. It does a great job with the calling, but the texting feature isn't all that great. Wasn't able to get the music functions to work but I don't really need them. The monitoring itself is great and I keep it on all the time (except in the showers/water obviously).
Helpful tip: your wrist expands and contracts throughout the day, if you have it really tight around you, it'll be tighter when your wrist expands, and therefore cause skin irritations! I like to keep it 1 notch from being snug, and I'll loosen it when my wrist expands and it becomes snug. Now that I do this, I no longer have any problems with skin irritations, and the HR monitor still works properly.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 3306464118
My Best Buy number: 3306464118
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Linksys - N300 Wi-Fi Router - Black
Get the Wi-Fi range and speed you need to work and play online. This Linksys router provides advanced wireless security, guest access options, and parental control with Linksys Connect. Plus, you can install the router in 3 easy steps.
Good WAP
Customer Rating
4.0
Easy to setup, easy to connect to, good range, and inexpensive.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 3306464118
My Best Buy number: 3306464118
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CyberPower - 1500VA Battery Back-Up System - Black
Protect your office or entertainment equipment with this CyberPower LX1500GU 1500VA battery back-up system, which enables safe shutdown in the event of a power failure and features AVR (Automatic Voltage Regulation) to provide consistent power levels.
Nice UPS
Customer Rating
4.0
Nice slimmer UPS (compared to APC) with a digital readout in the front.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 3306464118
My Best Buy number: 3306464118
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Rocketfish™ - 6-Outlet 2-USB-Port Surge Protector
This Rocketfish™ RF-HTS130 surge protector delivers 2100 joules of protection and features 6 outlets to power and safeguard your equipment against power surges. Two USB ports enable charging of compatible devices.
USB + Extra plugs
Customer Rating
4.0
Great for the USB and extra plugs, the only problem is it can come off easily come off the wall when trying to unplug or if there is movement nearby. They should've left an opening to secure it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 3306464118
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Samsung - SmartThings Item Tracker - White
Secure yourself, a loved one or valuables with this smart, versatile Samsung SmartThings tracker. Its geo-fencing feature triggers smart home automations or alerts you when a pet or person who has it leaves or enters your designated zone. Double-press the button of this IP68-rated Samsung SmartThings tracker to notify authorized persons of your current location.
So I am in need of a gps tracker for my husband who has dementia. I want something user friendly for the technically challenged. Something I can put on his key chain that would notify me if he leaves the home,
This should work for you, the initial "setup" is the most difficult in which you have to setup the "Home" zone, and it will alert you (via the app) that the device has left the zone. You will want to charge the device every few days.
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Samsung - SmartThings Item Tracker - White
Secure yourself, a loved one or valuables with this smart, versatile Samsung SmartThings tracker. Its geo-fencing feature triggers smart home automations or alerts you when a pet or person who has it leaves or enters your designated zone. Double-press the button of this IP68-rated Samsung SmartThings tracker to notify authorized persons of your current location.
Is there a monthly service fee?
1 year of LTE service included, after the first 12 months service price is $5 a month or $50 per year.
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Samsung - SmartThings Item Tracker - White
Secure yourself, a loved one or valuables with this smart, versatile Samsung SmartThings tracker. Its geo-fencing feature triggers smart home automations or alerts you when a pet or person who has it leaves or enters your designated zone. Double-press the button of this IP68-rated Samsung SmartThings tracker to notify authorized persons of your current location.
What’s the range
No real "range" - it's GPS based.
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Samsung - SmartThings Item Tracker - White
Secure yourself, a loved one or valuables with this smart, versatile Samsung SmartThings tracker. Its geo-fencing feature triggers smart home automations or alerts you when a pet or person who has it leaves or enters your designated zone. Double-press the button of this IP68-rated Samsung SmartThings tracker to notify authorized persons of your current location.
Two quick questions. Is the lanyard long enough to fit around a man's neck? He won't remember to put it on but if I could put it around his neck he won't leave without it. Is it water proof. Can he shower in it?
The included lanyard is NOT long enough to fit around a neck of any size person or animal. You would want to just buy a separate lanyard that would be big enough.
The device is listed with an IP68 rating, and this is what that means according to Samsung: "Devices backed by an international standard rating of IP68 are deemed fit enough to withstand dust, dirt and sand, and are resistant to submersion up to a maximum depth of 1.5m underwater for up to thirty minutes."
That tells me it should be okay to use it in the shower.
The device is listed with an IP68 rating, and this is what that means according to Samsung: "Devices backed by an international standard rating of IP68 are deemed fit enough to withstand dust, dirt and sand, and are resistant to submersion up to a maximum depth of 1.5m underwater for up to thirty minutes."
That tells me it should be okay to use it in the shower.
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Listen to your favorite music or enjoy streaming video with this set of Insignia computer speakers. An integrated headphone jack lets you enjoy stereo sound without disturbing others, and the universal design works with desktops and laptops. With simple power and volume controls, these Insignia computer speakers offer effortless operation.
Listen to your favorite music or enjoy streaming video with this set of Insignia computer speakers. An integrated headphone jack lets you enjoy stereo sound without disturbing others, and the universal design works with desktops and laptops. With simple power and volume controls, these Insignia computer speakers offer effortless operation.
Does this include a cord to connect the speakers to a monitor? Like an audio jack?
Yes, it comes with audio jack to connect to computer. If your monitor has built in speakers and an audio jack, you can connect them to it.
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Listen to your favorite music or enjoy streaming video with this set of Insignia computer speakers. An integrated headphone jack lets you enjoy stereo sound without disturbing others, and the universal design works with desktops and laptops. With simple power and volume controls, these Insignia computer speakers offer effortless operation.
Sonos - Beam Soundbar with Voice Control built-in - Black
Get more out of your home theater setup with this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar. A 5-speaker with five amplifier setup delivers rich, big sound to your room, while the single-cable connection allows for fast, easy setup. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control, this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar lets you control the volume and power with the just sound of your voice.
Will this device pair well with the vizio m50-e1? Not sure if my tv has the necessary ports for this device.
Yes, that particular TV has an HDMI ARC point - use that.
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Sonos - Beam Soundbar with Voice Control built-in - Black
Get more out of your home theater setup with this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar. A 5-speaker with five amplifier setup delivers rich, big sound to your room, while the single-cable connection allows for fast, easy setup. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control, this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar lets you control the volume and power with the just sound of your voice.
I have the Samsung ONE CONNECT box. Optical to electrical converter per say. What port of the SAMSUNG ONE Connect do i hook up to the Sonos Beam? What are the available ports of the Sonos Beam?
You can only connect to the beam with an HDMI cable. It does come with an optical to HDMI converter for older TV's/receivers.
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Sonos - Beam Soundbar with Voice Control built-in - Black
Get more out of your home theater setup with this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar. A 5-speaker with five amplifier setup delivers rich, big sound to your room, while the single-cable connection allows for fast, easy setup. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control, this Sonos Beam compact smart soundbar lets you control the volume and power with the just sound of your voice.
I have a 2008 Samsung without a Arc hdmi. What is the best way to use the beam for both streaming amazon music and tv audio without any receiver/amp.
The Sonos Beam comes with an optical to HDMI converter. Assuming your TV does have optical, you can simply use that. Music streaming you connect via your phone (Android/Iphone) using the amp, and it sounds great.
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