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 Frigidaire - Gallery 22.6 Cu. Ft. Counter-Depth Side-by-Side Refrigerator with Thru-the-Door Ice and Water - Stainless steel
Frigidaire - Gallery 22.6 Cu. Ft. Counter-Depth Side-by-Side Refrigerator with Thru-the-Door Ice and Water - Stainless steel
Frigidaire Gallery 22.6 Cu. Ft. Counter-Depth Side-by-Side Refrigerator: Keep your fresh and frozen foods organized inside this Frigidaire Gallery refrigerator, which features 2 humidity-controlled crispers, 1 fixed and 2 sliding SpillSafe glass shelves, a SpaceSaver freezer shelf and more for flexible storage. Express-Select controls make it easy to adjust the temperature, so you can maintain freshness. You can even access filtered water and crushed or cubed ice through the door simply by pushing a button.Measure Twice, Deliver OnceLearn how to measure the space where your refrigerator will go, so that you can be sure it will fit.Watch the video ›How to Prepare for Delivery and InstallationLearn how to get ready for the delivery and installation of your new refrigerator. Walk the path, check your hookups, order new parts, and empty your old refrigerator.Watch the video ›
 
Good Low End Fridge
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: hollywoodfrodo
from Long Beach, CA
on February 13, 2017
If you're looking to get a decent refrigerator with a water dispenser & ice maker, but don't want to spend a lot, then this seems to be a good choice. Have only had it about a month, but works great so far. Pretty Quiet - looks good. I HATE the lights - they start completely dimmed and slowly "light up" to full after opening the door. It may look cool in a demo, but not practical - when you open your fridge, you want to immediately see what's in it. The delay waiting for the lights to reach full brightness is gimmicky and a backwards step. Also the drawers are obviously cheap and make loud plastic on plastic sounds when opening and closing and do not do so smoothly. But again, this is a low end fridge so you shouldn't expect high end drawers. It works for what we got it for.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0557476983
My Best Buy number: 0557476983
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 Logitech - Harmony Smart Control (Remote Control and Smart Hub) - Black
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.
 
Not as great w/Amazon Echo as I had hoped
Customer Rating
2.0 out of 5
2.0
Posted by: hollywoodfrodo
from Long Beach, CA
on December 27, 2016
If you're looking for an extra remote and/or want to use your phone as a remote then this is a great option. But I didn't get this for that purpose. I got it because of it's integration with Alexa on Amazon Echo and the promise of direct integration that would allow you to just say "Alexa, do this" and it would happen. What they don't tell you and you find out when you start to set it up is that the only thing you can do like that is turn on your system. That's it! So you can set up an activity to turn on your entertainment system and set the receiver or tv to the input for cable or blu-ray player or other device. That's it!!! By installing a separate Harmony Alexa Skill, you get a few more commands but you have to say "Alexa, tell Harmony to..." And with that you get "Pause TV", "Play TV", "Turn the volume up", "Turn the volume down", and one or two others - but again that's it. It's not that this is bad - it's just I was expecting to be able to create custom phrases linked to custom commands. For example, one thing I wanted most to be able to do is use the my TiVo's "Skip" feature which skips commercials on a recorded program. But there is NO WAY to do this. It's lame because inside the Harmony app, I can of course press the TiVo "D" button which performs the skip operation, so why can't I just create a custom Alexa command that will trigger that, even if it's with the "Tell Harmony" integration and not the direct integration - it would still make me happier. The Anymote Android app has custom setup like this, but is a small independent developer and doesn't work as smoothly as the Harmony integration.
Anyway, as it is this is a decent device, but if you're buying it for it's "Amazon Echo Alexa integration" you need to know it's limitations as it is. I am hoping Logitech will add the ability to create custom commands/macros and give them custom names/phrases that you can then trigger through Alexa. This is desperately needed functionality. If I hadn't gotten this on sale for a really good price, I would return it - it is not worth full regular price in it's current state.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0557476983
My Best Buy number: 0557476983
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 SanDisk - Pixtor Advanced 32GB microSDHC UHS-I Memory Card
SanDisk - Pixtor Advanced 32GB microSDHC UHS-I Memory Card
This SanDisk Pixtor Advanced memory card fits in most microSDHC card slots and comes with an adapter for use in most SD, SDHC and SDXC card slots. The Class 10 speed lets you capture 1080p, 3D or 4K video.
 
Best MicroSD and great price on sale
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: hollywoodfrodo
from Long Beach, CA
on December 27, 2016
I waited for this to go on sale during the Christmas holidays because I wanted a super fast microSD card and I have used SanDisk cards for many, many years and have never been disappointed. Excellent quality in all their cards that are true to stated speeds.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0557476983
My Best Buy number: 0557476983
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 HTC - RE Bar Mount for HTC RE Cameras
HTC - RE Bar Mount for HTC RE Cameras
Enhance your photography with this HTC RE 99H20031-00 bar mount that easily clamps your HTC RE camera to most bikes, motorcycles, scooters, boats and other handlebars or round tubes, so you can capture stunning on-the-go images.
 
Really on good for a bike
Customer Rating
3.0 out of 5
3.0
Posted by: hollywoodfrodo
from Long Beach, CA
on November 17, 2016
I thought this would be a little more versatile allowing you to attach the camera to just about anything that needed a "wrap around" type attachment. However the strap is much stiffer than I anticipated and is molded specifically for a round bike handle like pipe so this would work great for bikes but not for anything else.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0557476983
My Best Buy number: 0557476983
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 Samsung - Galaxy Tab S2 - 9.7&quot; - 64GB - Black
Samsung - Galaxy Tab S2 - 9.7" - 64GB - Black
Share files between all of your Samsung devices with SideSync on this Samsung Galaxy Tab. The Super AMOLED display brings videos and pictures to life with vibrant colors and clearly defined lines, and its touch screen capability makes navigation simple. Store videos, documents and music files without worrying about limited space on this 64GB Samsung Galaxy Tab.
 
Best Android Tablet Currently on the Market
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: hollywoodfrodo
from Long Beach, CA
on October 4, 2016
Samsung make the best Android Tablets currently no the market in the Tab S2 series. Very light weight - great battery life - excellent management of running apps. And this 64gb Best Buy Exclusive version is worth a little extra money. Of course if you can catch it on sale like I did, it's an even better deal. Love my Galaxy Tab S2 and would by another in a heartbeat.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0557476983
My Best Buy number: 0557476983
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Honeywell Home RTH6580WF 7-Day Programmable Thermostat with Wi-Fi Capability: Control your indoor temperature settings with the touch of a button, whether you are at home or away. Download the free app to monitor your heating and cooling systems from your laptop, tablet or smartphone.
 
Great Product - Does what's needed
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: hollywoodfrodo
from Long Beach, CA
on August 6, 2016
This is definitely not the most advanced "smart thermostat" but it does what you want it to do and does it well. It allows you to control/set your thermostat from anywhere with your phone. It also allows you to set up schedules, check the local weather around your home, and check the room temperature where the thermostat is. It works great and was significantly cheaper than the other fancier thermostats. Before you buy one of those ask yourself if you really need the few extra features those offer.
The one thing I will warn you about with this (or any thermostat replacement) is that the wiring may be a little complicated. We had to call Honeywell to get clarification on which wires go where on the new thermostat, but Honeywell was there on a weekend to take the call and was able to provide the info we needed to get it installed and working.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0557476983
My Best Buy number: 0557476983
+7points
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 SanDisk - Pixtor Advanced 64GB microSDXC UHS-I Memory Card
SanDisk - Pixtor Advanced 64GB microSDXC UHS-I Memory Card
Capture 1080p, 3D or 4K video on this SanDisk Pixtor Advanced microSDXC memory card that features a 64GB capacity for ample storage space. The included adapter allows use in most devices with an SD, SDHC or SDXC card slot.
 
So Far So Good
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: hollywoodfrodo
from Long Beach, CA
on April 8, 2016
The micro SD card seems to be working great in my Galaxy S7 phone. I wanted a fast card that could handle large files for pictures and video and also potentially apps (though the S7 doesn't have adoptable storage natively so haven't used it for that). Like all SanDisk products, it works great with no issues.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0557476983
My Best Buy number: 0557476983
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 Samsung - 400 Series 2.1-Channel Soundbar with 6.5&quot; Wireless Active Subwoofer - Black
Samsung - 400 Series 2.1-Channel Soundbar with 6.5" Wireless Active Subwoofer - Black
With 300W total power and a 6.5" wireless active subwoofer, this Samsung 400 Series HW-J450/ZA soundbar allows you to add robust, dynamic audio to your existing home theater setup. The Bluetooth 2.1 interface lets you link with select devices.
 
Great Gift for Mom and Dad
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: hollywoodfrodo
from Long Beach, CA
on January 4, 2016
I bought this as a gift for my parents who were just using the built in TV Speakers. Set up was easy and the sound is great. Chose this over many others due to overall sound and inputs. (Many others don't have an HDMI input.) Overall it works great!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0557476983
My Best Buy number: 0557476983
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 SanDisk - Ultra Fit 32GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive - Black/Silver
SanDisk - Ultra Fit 32GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive - Black/Silver
This SanDisk Ultra Fit SDCZ43-032G-A46 flash drive features a generous 32GB storage capacity, so you can easily take your music, movies, photos and other files with you. The 130MB/sec. maximum read speed ensures rapid data transfer.
 
Perfectly Tiny and Efficient
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: hollywoodfrodo
from Long Beach, CA
on August 21, 2015
As always Sandisk provides an excellent memory experience with this thumb drive that is realy the size of your thumbnail. Super Tiny, but super powerful. Works exactly as you would expect it to. Sandisk is the go to company for any type of flash storage for me.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0557476983
My Best Buy number: 0557476983
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 Frozen Planet: The Complete Series [3 Discs] [Blu-ray]
Frozen Planet: The Complete Series [3 Discs] [Blu-ray]
The set contains all seven episodes of Frozen Planet, the documentary devoted to showcasing both the Arctic and the Antarctic. State-of-the-art camera capture these naturally splendid but harsh locations as they undergo massive changes that very well may impact the climate for the rest of the planet. In addition to the environmental dangers for the globe, the series offers footage of animals as they adjust to these changes conditions, as well as the natural shifts that occur as the seasons change in these extreme climates. Alister Fothergill, the man who oversaw both Planet Earth and The Blue Planet: Seas of Life, served as executive producer for this project as well.
 
Excellent Series for the Nature Enthusiast
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: hollywoodfrodo
from Long Beach, CA
on May 29, 2015
If you love watching documentaries about the amazing creatures that make up our planet, then you'll love this series. And in Hi-Def on Bluray it's really an amazing sight to behold. Highly recommended.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0557476983
My Best Buy number: 0557476983
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 Sphero - Spider-Man - Red
Sphero - Spider-Man - Red
Keep enemies out of your room with this fully animated Spider-Man toy. His LED eyes light up when he detects movement with his motion-detection technology, and speech recognition lets him engage in two-way conversations. Hook this Spider-Man toy up to the Internet via Wi-Fi for new adventures, missions and updates.
 

Can it play music?

Only the built in theme music it sometimes plays. Does not act as a bluetooth speaker.
5 years, 10 months ago
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 Sphero - Spider-Man - Red
Sphero - Spider-Man - Red
Keep enemies out of your room with this fully animated Spider-Man toy. His LED eyes light up when he detects movement with his motion-detection technology, and speech recognition lets him engage in two-way conversations. Hook this Spider-Man toy up to the Internet via Wi-Fi for new adventures, missions and updates.
 

will this item give u information like elexia. example weather, news etc.

Nope. Darn shame - if they had connected it to Alexa to allow home automation, it would be amazing! As is, it's just a toy.
5 years, 10 months ago
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hollywoodfrodo
 
 Logitech - Harmony Smart Control (Remote Control and Smart Hub) - Black
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 (or will) this be controllable by Google Home?

Not yet. (As of 12/27/16) but Google just opened up the API for Google Home so hoping Logitech will integrate in the coming months...
7 years, 4 months ago
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hollywoodfrodo
 
 Logitech - Harmony Smart Control (Remote Control and Smart Hub) - Black
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.
 

Are you limited in the app on how many devices can be programmed. I don't plan to use the remote, I want to use this with Amazon Echo instead. Seams like it should have unlimited if you don't have to worry about how many programmable remote buttons.

Read my review for info on Amazon Echo integration. It's okay, but VERY limited at the moment - not as great as they make it sound. And you are limited to controlling 8 devices with this. However, direct integration "Alexa, Turn on TV" only works to do just that - turn on equipment for specific purpose (like "watch a movie" to turn on tv/receiver/bluray or "turn on fire stick" to turn on tv/receiver/fire stick and go to right input). Extra Alexa Skill app allows you to say "Alexa, tell Harmony to..." and then adds only 4-5 more commands. That's it. No ability to create custom commands which is what i was expecting.
7 years, 4 months ago
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 Logitech - Harmony Smart Control (Remote Control and Smart Hub) - Black
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.
 

Will this device work with a Fios DVR stb?

Yes - it works with almost all major devices.
7 years, 4 months ago
by
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hollywoodfrodo
 
 Samsung - Galaxy Tab S2 - 9.7&quot; - 64GB - Black
Samsung - Galaxy Tab S2 - 9.7" - 64GB - Black
Share files between all of your Samsung devices with SideSync on this Samsung Galaxy Tab. The Super AMOLED display brings videos and pictures to life with vibrant colors and clearly defined lines, and its touch screen capability makes navigation simple. Store videos, documents and music files without worrying about limited space on this 64GB Samsung Galaxy Tab.
 

What accessories go with this device? Is there a pen that can be used? My Surface has a pen and I think I would be lost without it....

You can buy/use a standard stylus with this, but it does not have the special "stylus use detection" system that allows the tablet to ignore your hand touches and only react to the stylus. So this will not provide the same stylus functionality you're used to with the surface.
7 years, 7 months ago
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 Samsung - Galaxy Tab S2 - 9.7&quot; - 64GB - Black
Samsung - Galaxy Tab S2 - 9.7" - 64GB - Black
Share files between all of your Samsung devices with SideSync on this Samsung Galaxy Tab. The Super AMOLED display brings videos and pictures to life with vibrant colors and clearly defined lines, and its touch screen capability makes navigation simple. Store videos, documents and music files without worrying about limited space on this 64GB Samsung Galaxy Tab.
 

Can this device run Microsoft Office? How do you install it then if so?

Microsoft makes Android Apps for all their products. You don't install "Office" per se, but on the Google Play Android App store just look for Microsoft and you'll find an app for Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Notes, and more from Microsoft designed specifically for Android.
7 years, 7 months ago
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 SanDisk - Ultra Fit 32GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive - Black/Silver
SanDisk - Ultra Fit 32GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive - Black/Silver
This SanDisk Ultra Fit SDCZ43-032G-A46 flash drive features a generous 32GB storage capacity, so you can easily take your music, movies, photos and other files with you. The 130MB/sec. maximum read speed ensures rapid data transfer.
 

ReadyBoost USBs

How can one tell if these are ReadyBoost compatible USBs?
They are. I used mine for ReadyBoost.
8 years, 8 months ago
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