jhancock
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Samsung - POWERbot™ Wi-Fi Connected Robot Vacuum with Visionary Mapping™ - Neutral Gray
Keep your floors spotless with this Samsung POWERbot Slim robot vacuum. Its sensors and mapping system automatically adapt to the pattern of floors in the home and effectively avoid obstacles. This Alexa-compatible Samsung POWERbot Slim robot vacuum provides maximum cleaning coverage including edges and corners thanks to its sophisticated edge-cleaning technology.
Cool robot vacuum
Customer Rating
5.0
Pro (5 stars)
Set up of the Samsung - POWERbot R7040 App-Controlled Self-Charging Robot Vacuum was easy. It took about ten minutes to unpack, read instructions and set-up. I used the included remote control to start it’s first sweep. It does a great job on both hardwood and carpet without human intervention. It is superb around furniture and other obstacles including corners. It navigated multiple rooms and mated with it’s base automatically to recharge. Very cool!
After an initial sweep, it has an adequately sized dust bin for my location (under 2,000 square feet). If it needs to recharge during a session it will resume cleaning when fully recharged.
Con (fail)
I am waiting for the Samsung Connect app to be updated to include the R7040 on either / or Android (generic) or iOS.
To be a total solution for me it needs to handle the fringe / tassels of Oriental rugs (they jam now).
I hope to be able to use the Samsung Connect Home 3-Pack to manage the POWERbot.
Set up of the Samsung - POWERbot R7040 App-Controlled Self-Charging Robot Vacuum was easy. It took about ten minutes to unpack, read instructions and set-up. I used the included remote control to start it’s first sweep. It does a great job on both hardwood and carpet without human intervention. It is superb around furniture and other obstacles including corners. It navigated multiple rooms and mated with it’s base automatically to recharge. Very cool!
After an initial sweep, it has an adequately sized dust bin for my location (under 2,000 square feet). If it needs to recharge during a session it will resume cleaning when fully recharged.
Con (fail)
I am waiting for the Samsung Connect app to be updated to include the R7040 on either / or Android (generic) or iOS.
To be a total solution for me it needs to handle the fringe / tassels of Oriental rugs (they jam now).
I hope to be able to use the Samsung Connect Home 3-Pack to manage the POWERbot.
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 2576019394
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LifeProof - AQUAPHONICS AQ10 Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Obsidian sand
Take your tunes anywhere with this LifeProof AQUAPHONICS speaker. This floating waterproof device is submersible in up to 1m of water for 30 minutes, and it deflects damage from snow, ice and dirt. Pair this LifeProof AQUAPHONICS speaker with up to eight Bluetooth devices, and use the included dry box for storing keys and cards.
Unique Element Proof-ish Portable Audio
Customer Rating
5.0
Cool yet tough functional styling with respectable portable sound quality providing clean strong highs, mids and bass. It floats (waterproof and submersible to 3.3 ft. and has a waterproof dry-box (2” x 4.75” x .25”) for keys etc. plus it is drop-proof to about 4 ft. making it a superb outdoor speaker. The AQ10 is easily portable coming in with a weight under one and three-quarter pounds. Delivering up to 13 hours of battery life, it is great for outdoor events. Having dual front facing drivers and passive radiators it is able to reach 94 decibels (dB) with no discernable distortion while playing a high-quality track. A built-in microphone is provided for mobile-phone speakerphone capability. The AQ10 can also be used to charge a phone or use a patch cord for a physical connection to another audio source. Coming with Bluetooth 4.2 it is power efficient, pairs with up to 8 devices and reliably provides a consistent stream of audio. All of the controls are easy to use. The speaker shape has handles that are handy and a square x rectangular shape that will prevent it from rolling or sliding under most circumstances. Make sure you close the port and lid hatch covers before exposure to the elements. I would like to have USB charging available although I believe the 12-volt power source allows for faster charging.
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 2576019394
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Master & Dynamic - MW60 Over-the-Ear Wireless Headphones - Silver Metal/Brown Leather
Relax and listen with these Master & Dynamic wireless over-ear headphones. The 45mm neodymium drivers blast sound straight into your ears for up to 16 hours, yet they remain comfortable thanks to the padded ear cups. Connect these Master & Dynamic wireless over-ear headphones to your compatible smartphone or laptop via Bluetooth 4.1 to enjoy easy streaming.
Stunningly Superb Wireless Over Ear Headphones
Customer Rating
5.0
Beautiful styling, very durable long-lasting construction and great sound! These foldable, over the ear headphones with tactile controls are fantastic. They are quite comfortable, even when I wear glasses over extended periods of time. The style is modern yet timeless, using premium luxury leathers; rich cowhide for the headband – soft lamb for the ear pads. The component materials are all high quality stainless steel and other durable premium materials with perfect fit and finish. The sound is very natural with great detailed highs, mids and solid base providing a rich, warm sound with superb noise isolation, maintaining the perfect equilibrium of aesthetics, durability, comfort and functionality. When used with a player’s equalizer they handled a broad selection of musical genres with perfection. The custom antenna combined with Bluetooth 4.1 and Qualcomm® aptX™ with multi-device connection capability provide best in class quality, connectivity and range. Battery life is above average, easily accommodating a full day of pure listening pleasure. Parts like ear-pads are easily replaceable and available on their web site. By the way their website should win a UX design award as it was quite attractive and easy to navigate while still providing all of the info I was looking to obtain. Last but not least their packaging is both functional and stylish. GREAT HEADPHONES!
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 2576019394
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Linksys - Max-Stream™ AC4000 Tri-Band Wi-Fi Router
Meet your large household’s high-bandwidth requirements with this tri-band Linksys Max-Stream Wi-Fi router. It performs at up to 4 Gbps for high-speed Internet access, and its MU-MIMO technology lets everyone at home enjoy smooth, simultaneous gaming and media streaming on multiple devices. This Linksys Max-Stream Wi-Fi router has six adjustable external antennas for maximum area coverage
LINKSYS EA9500’s younger brother - Very Nice WiFi
Customer Rating
5.0
The Linksys MAX-STREAM AC4100 Tri-Band Router (EA9300) was very easy to install. Unpacking and setup required less than 15 minutes including a firmware update. I read and followed the easily understandable instructions. I then configured the Linksys MAX-STREAM AC4100 Tri-Band Router (EA9300) using the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi software. Ideal for multiple connected devices, this router provides ample bandwidth for simultaneous 4K and HD video streaming(my wife and I both watched different HD videos at the same time), online gaming, and other data-heavy uses. Three dedicated bands minimize lag when multiple devices are connected, delivering speeds of up to 600 Mbps (2.4 GHz) + 1667 Mbps (5 GHz) + 1667 Mbps (5 GHz). Applications are routed based on bandwidth needs. I was able to prioritize my attached devices, allocating bandwidth where needed. I have consistent connections. I installed this router in a very electronic “noisy” area with over 30 networks visible at any given point in time. The centrally located router reaches the entire location with no dead spots. Easy install, great build quality, good technical specs, great performance and great management software. The technical specs are cutting edge for this range of routers at this time.
Like all of the new Linksys routers – “it just works!”
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 2576019394
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Panasonic - ARC3 3-Blade Wet/Dry Electric Shaver - Blue
Enjoy a smooth shaving experience with this Panasonic cordless razor. It has a pivoting head with three blades angled at 30 degrees that lift and cut facial hair comfortably and evenly, and it can be used dry or wet with shaving cream for convenience. This Panasonic cordless razor has a nonslip rubberized handle to provide a secure grip.
Very comfortable wet or dry shave!
Customer Rating
5.0
The Panasonic ES-rt17 is nicely styled and lightweight at less than one pound. It is comfortable to hold and shave with due to good ergonomics. It is powerful enough to handle a tough beard while a single charge provides about 21 minutes of shaving. The trimmer works great on my sideburns and the flexible head adds to comfort and speed in the process of shaving. It uses a single piece charger that I like (no cord to deal with) and the charger can also serve as a stand for the shaver. I find the wet/dry capability allows it to be used in the shower and eliminates the concern of splashing water on it making it easy to clean. It is easy to pack in its pouch and comes with a compact head protector. I really like this shaver better than another wet/dry one that I owned. I do wish it would let you know when it is fully charged and I would appreciate a time to full charge time of less than 8 hrs.. I would also prefer a longer run time than 21 minutes.
A nice comfortable shave is a wonderful thing.
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 2576019394
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Polk Audio - BOOM Bit Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Sport blue
Experience high-quality sound anywhere with this Polk Audio BOOM Bit wearable Bluetooth speaker. Its steel spring clip attaches it securely to your clothing, providing great audio without blocking out noise from the surroundings. The 3-hour battery life of this compact Polk Audio BOOM Bit wearable Bluetooth speaker keeps the tunes coming on any adventure.
Nice Small Wearable Bluetooth Speaker
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: jhancock
from Chicago
on April 24, 2017
The Polk - Bit Portable (wearable) Bluetooth Speaker has great mid-range sound quality when you consider its diminutive size. Clipped to my collar close to center of my shirt front the volume was adequate for street use while allowing for good safety through improved situation awareness (you hear other sounds in your environment). The Bluetooth speaker was easy to use for playing music or using for cellphone calls. It has 2 buttons (a + and a -) that are easy to identify by touch and provide good functionality. Battery life is fine for a commute or walk of about 2-3 hrs. I used the online instructions – a .pdf file to learn what I needed to know. When used with my cellphone it functioned just fine. The low price makes it a nice inexpensive personal accessory or gift. While it seem to resist moisture I would prefer waterproof construction.
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 2576019394
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JBL - Under Armour Sport Heart Rate Wireless In-Ear Headphones - Black
Track your heart rate, listen to music or talk hands-free on these JBL in-ear headphones. The ergonomic ear tips twist into your ear and stay in place with TwistLock technology without causing discomfort. These durable, sweat-proof JBL in-ear headphones have a battery life of up to 5 hours and come with a one-year MapMyFitness premium membership.
No Sweat Audio - exercise In-Ear Headphones
Customer Rating
5.0
The JBL - Under Armour Sport Heart Rate Wireless In-Ear Headphones are the best working out style in-ear headphones I have used. The sound quality is quite good with strong bass – nice for cadence beat during exercise. After fitting the in-ear headphones using the included earbud tips (ear pieces, 3 sizes using TwistLock™ and obtaining a good seal, I could not get them to fall out - nice) of the appropriate size for my ears the fit was comfortable and the in-ear sensor read my heart rate accurately while providing great audio. The right earbud touch sensor provides spoken on-demand heart rate updates and can be optimized for your endurance training sessions to achieve your personal goals. Custom coaching is available through the UA Record™ app, and has a dashboard for connected fitness. You can view in-workout training analysis and get customized heart rate feedback. The 12-month premium membership to MapMyRun (a very popular app for fitness) great for setting up your workout schedule and tracking progress. I used the online manual for set up – easy to understand. Battery life was more than ample for even my lengthiest workouts. They are sweat resistant which is great if you are drenched in sweat. They also have a nice carry case. Cool.
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 2576019394
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Keep your SoundLink Revolve or Revolve+ Bluetooth speaker charged and ready to go, with the SoundLink Revolve charging dock. It’s a convenient home base for your speaker, and you can play your music while it charges. Just plug the wall charger included with your speaker into the cradle. Available in Black.
Cradling Luxury - Charging Cradle for Revolve+
Customer Rating
5.0
The Bose charging cradle / station is very harmonious design-wise and easy to implement for docked use with the Revolve+ Bluetooth speaker. The USB connection capability should be of value in electronically noisy environments although the embedded digital signal processing algorithms of the Bose Bluetooth Revolve+ should overcome the majority of environmental electronic signal noise issues. It is a well designed and executed dock.
If you have or get a Bose Revolve speaker you should get this charging station.
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 2576019394
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Bose - SoundLink Revolve+ Portable Bluetooth speaker - Triple Black
Deep. Loud. And immersive, too. SoundLink Revolve+, the best-performing portable Bluetooth speaker from Bose, delivers true 360° sound for consistent, uniform coverage. Place it in the center of the room to give everyone the same experience. Or set it near a wall so sound radiates and reflects. This wireless speaker is durable, water-resistant and easy to grab and go - with a rechargeable battery that plays up to 16 hours.
Portable Audio Bliss - also comfortable at home
Customer Rating
5.0
Very easy setup, expansive sound, and great features at a nice price.
Sound quality is typical Bose, exceptional. It has clean, crisp highs and strong room filling bass while not sacrificing the mid-tones. The issue of volume being too low as happens with many Bluetooth speakers is non-existent – it can really pump up the volume! It is easily portable and does not need a case (that could be misplaced or lost) as it has a handle built in for transportation purposes. The design also seems to embody ruggedness despite its elegant design. Ease of use is great with easy connectivity to multiple sources including NFC capable units. The battery life is very respectable lasting me about 5 days of office use. The remote app provides good functionality and is well designed from a UX (usability) standpoint and is available for both Android and iOS platforms. The speaker is about the size of a large tapered upside-down coffee travel cup – wide at the base. I chose the black version and think it is pure class. The Bose Bluetooth Revolve+ has features that make using it a pleasure. It includes a very nice implementation of speakerphone capabilities and voice feedback and also makes answering calls on a connected cellphone easy. I also have the charging cradle / station that is very harmonious design wise and easy to implement for docked use. The USB connection capability should be of value in electronically noisy environments although the embedded digital signal processing algorithms of the Bose Bluetooth Revolve+ should overcome the majority of environmental electronic signal noise issues.
Great Speaker!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 257601939
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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.
6,000 square feet - no problem
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: jhancock
from Chicago
on January 11, 2017
This is a great “mesh” MU-MIMO network for home access to in-house (or yard) nodes and/or the internet. I currently run a network of 20+ devices in a digitally congested area with 30+ networks running in close proximity to me. The Linksys Velop Whole Home Wi-Fi System (3 node) with dynamic tri-band mesh network & an easy to use set up and manage experience is quite nice. The system is like fine wine “it only gets better over time” as it maps or learns the environment it is operating in. The 3-pack system provides up to 6000 sq ft of seamless roaming coverage over a single network. It also works well in multi-story applications.
I followed (to the letter) the easy to follow install instructions and was fully functional with 3 nodes covering all of my space with no dropouts. Unpacking, reading the install instructions (looking online at Linksys info), and setting up the network (rigorously) following the instructions took less than 30 minutes.
This is the fastest home mesh network that I have used to date. It is about 10% faster than what I was using. It also seems to be cleaner with less fluctuation in bandwidth.
The styling is great as the modules are both functional, small and elegantly designed.
Cons: It does not have USB ports for external use (USB printer or storage) nor does it support total dedicated channel control at this time.
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 2576019394
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Upright - GO 2™ Posture Trainer - White
Boost your confidence with this Upright Go 2 posture trainer. Integrated sensors detect when you're slouching to help train your body for better posture in under 14 days. Use the device by itself or sync with the Upright app on Android or iOS. With a portable design, 30-hour battery life and easy-touch adhesive to keep it safely in place, this Upright Go 2 posture trainer is ideal for all-day wear.
Will this device help remind me to hold my shoulders back? Or would a brace be better?
Typically when you sit or stand erect your shoulders are automatically moved away from hunched shoulders. The Upright - GO 2™ Posture Trainer has helped me in this regard.
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Bose - Headphones 700 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Triple Black
Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 deliver everything you expect from Bluetooth headphones – and some things you never imagined possible. It’s no surprise PC Magazine called them “The best active noise cancellation you can buy.” Eleven levels of noise cancellation feature a range of options to choose from. You can totally eliminate distractions or minimize noise cancelling to hear everything around you. Or choose from nine other levels in between. Active noise cancelling technology in Bose Headphones 700 monitors the sounds around you and instantly cancels out unwanted noise to let your music shine through. At the same time, the acoustic space inside the earcups is maximized to give your music depth and detail. With these noise cancelling headphones, it’s not just your music that’s clear, so are your calls. The unrivaled microphone system uses a series of microphones to adapt in real time to noisy and windy environments so voices sound crystal clear on calls. Voice commands are also captured with unprecedented accuracy. The stunning new design of Bose Headphones 700 features a streamlined stainless-steel headband and a lightweight, comfortable fit that’s perfect for all-day listening. With these wireless headphones you get up to 20 hours of battery life and time-based power information per charge. Bose Headphones 700. The wireless headphones everyone is talking about.
I would like to use these headphones with my home theater a/v receiver. Yamaha RX-V685. Will this work?
They should work well with the Yamaha RX-V685 bluetooth.
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HP - LaserJet Pro M479fdw Wireless Color All-In-One Laser Printer - White
Winning in business means working smarter. This HP Color LaserJet Pro M479fdw printer is designed to let you focus your time where it's most effective - growing your business and staying ahead of the competition.Prints up to 27 ISO ppm*, up to 27 ISO ppm* in color
Does this printer hook up to a phone line and have a direct fax function? It states 'integrated fax' but I am not sure what that indicates.
The answer is yes (a phone cord RJ11 is included).
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Nanoleaf - Canvas Smarter Kit - 9 Light Squares - Multicolor
Create your own lighting masterpiece with these touch-reactive LED Light Squares that connect together along each side to create any design you choose, whether it's a clever 'smart art' decoration above your sofa or a colourful party wall in the basement rec room. Watch the lights react dynamically to your touch, and Rhythm Scenes make lights dance to your favorite music. Fully customize your Canvas inside the Nanoleaf App, set Schedules to wake up naturally. Easily mount panels onto any flat surface using mounting tape.
Can you connect two starter kits together?
My understanding is yes. although they do have an extension pack that may be what you need to use. I think one power source will power 20 tiles.
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Bose - Soundbar 500 Smart Speaker with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant
The stylish Bose Soundbar 500 speaker is meant to be heard, not seen. Its thin profile fits discreetly under the TV screen, while its powerful acoustics fill the room with sound. And with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant built in, all your favorite music is just an ask away, or use it as a central hub to control your existing smart home devices.
Is the 500 newer than the 300 and can you use with cinematic 15
Brother - ADS-2700W Wireless High-Speed Duplex Desktop Color Document Scanner with Touchscreen LCD - White
Store documents and photos digitally with this Brother wireless scanner. Its duplex setting copies both sides of the page in a single pass to save time, and its image optimizing feature improves the quality of the scan. The 2.8-inch touch screen on this Brother wireless scanner lets you configure its settings to your preferences.
Is this scanner a printer also?
No the Epson ES-500WR Wireless Document Scanner only functions as a scanner. - a very capable and fast scanner.
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Samsung - 11.6" Chromebook - Intel Celeron - 2GB Memory - 16GB eMMC Flash Memory
Complete thorough research with this 11.6-inch Samsung Chromebook. Its Intel Celeron processor and 2GB of RAM let you switch between multiple tasks quickly, and the 16GB of flash memory provides space to store photos and documents. This Samsung Chromebook has two USB ports for connecting peripherals and additional storage drives.
All I want this for is watching Netflix and email will it work for me?
Samsung - 11.6" Chromebook - Intel Celeron - 2GB Memory - 16GB eMMC Flash Memory
Complete thorough research with this 11.6-inch Samsung Chromebook. Its Intel Celeron processor and 2GB of RAM let you switch between multiple tasks quickly, and the 16GB of flash memory provides space to store photos and documents. This Samsung Chromebook has two USB ports for connecting peripherals and additional storage drives.
Can you expand the ram, if so to what? And can you use external hard drive or optical drive?
16G is listed as max supported memory. I have used it with both an external 8T hard drive and a usb DVD drive.
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Samsung - 11.6" Chromebook - Intel Celeron - 2GB Memory - 16GB eMMC Flash Memory
Complete thorough research with this 11.6-inch Samsung Chromebook. Its Intel Celeron processor and 2GB of RAM let you switch between multiple tasks quickly, and the 16GB of flash memory provides space to store photos and documents. This Samsung Chromebook has two USB ports for connecting peripherals and additional storage drives.
Can I connect a Brothers printer?
It should work with almost any current manufacture printers - It works with a new Brother that I just got.
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Lenovo - Legion Y530 15.6" Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i7 - 8GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
Play your favorite PC games with this 15.6-inch Lenovo laptop. Its Intel Core i7 processor and 8GB of RAM let you run multiple programs without performance lag, and its 1TB hard drive provides plenty of file storage space. This Lenovo laptop has a powerful NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050Ti graphics card for fast rendering of images and videos.
Is the processor i7-8750H or i5-8300H? I'm confused, best buy says i7-8750H but the lenovo website says i5-8300H. Who do I believe?
Best Buy
https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/processors/core/i7-processors/i7-8750h.html
https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/processors/core/i7-processors/i7-8750h.html
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