Torvus
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- First ReviewOctober 26, 2012
- Last ReviewSeptember 17, 2014
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- Average Rating5
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Garmin - Vivosmart Activity Tracker (Large) - Black
Garmin Vivosmart Activity Tracker: Track your steps, calories, sleep and other health data, and enjoy access to a free online fitness community. This activity tracker reminds you to move when you sit still for too long, automatically sets a daily step goal based on your current activity level, and has a sleek, invisible OED display that comes to life when you get a call or text.
Great combo of fitness tracker and smartwatch
Customer Rating
5.0
What's great about it: Good fit, not too bulky, phone tie-in works great.
What's not so great: A little bland looking, hard to read in direct overhead sun
I bought this to replace a Jawbone Up I had had for a few years. I had been looking at the Apple Watch, but it just seemed like an awesome smartwatch with a built-in fitness tracker. I just wasn't sure that's what I needed. The Vivosmart though is more like a fitness tracker with some built-in smartwatch functions.
It does a good job of tracking steps, sleep and all of that as well as letting you know when you've been idle too long. I haven't figured out how to set alarms yet, but I haven't really tried.
Also, as a bonus, the misplaced phone feature is pretty slick. You click on it, on the band, and your phone makes a unique sound while a metered bar lets you know if you're getting closer.
It's a little pricier than some of the others, but it feels solid and it has a good mix of features that are working well initialy.
It does a good job of tracking steps, sleep and all of that as well as letting you know when you've been idle too long. I haven't figured out how to set alarms yet, but I haven't really tried.
Also, as a bonus, the misplaced phone feature is pretty slick. You click on it, on the band, and your phone makes a unique sound while a metered bar lets you know if you're getting closer.
It's a little pricier than some of the others, but it feels solid and it has a good mix of features that are working well initialy.
This product has... Attractive design, Useful features, Easy to read
About me... workout enthusiast
I would recommend this to a friend!
Age:35-44
Gender:Male
My Best Buy number: 964406788
+11points
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Microsoft - Xbox Live 12 Month Gold Membership
Your Xbox One opens up an entire universe of gaming entertainment — intense battles, alien planets, high-octane speeds, post-apocalyptic terror, edge-of-your-seat action and so much more. But gaming is really just the beginning. Combined with your Xbox One, Xbox Live Gold is your ticket to seemingly endless entertainment possibilities, from unrivaled multiplayer gaming that teams you up with your buddies against adversaries from around the world in blockbuster franchises, such as Halo, Forza Motorsport, Kinect Sports and more to accessing jaw-dropping high-definition movies, TV shows, live events, music and sports. Besides access to a stunning array of content, this Xbox Live Gold Membership offers an exhaustive list of features to tailor your experience to your needs. The One Guide offers TV shows and movies that are suited to your tastes and also makes it simple for you to browse what's popular and watch your favorites with smarter matchmaking constantly firing away in the background. Feel like you're in the room with distant friends and family by making and receiving video calls in jaw-dropping 1080p high-definition Skype sessions, right on your TV. Show off your amazing skills and capture epic moments with Game DVR, then easily create high-quality videos to share with the world. Anyone in your home can access these amazing features right on your Xbox One, so invite some pals over for unlimited multiplayer action. Play Titanfall, Halo and more on a network that's powered by more than 300,000 servers. You can enjoy Cloud-hosted multiplayer with select games to help eliminate lag and cheating. Access a library of free games and receive exclusive member discounts. Plus, enjoy Smart Match and Home Gold on your Xbox One. With your Xbox One and this Xbox Live Gold Membership in your arsenal, the sky is the limit.
They have continued to add content
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Torvus
from Takoma Park, MD
on February 28, 2014
What's great about it: The apps, games with gold
What's not so great: That you have to pay for it in the first place.
You kind of need it for a lot of the games. Plus, some of the apps are good to have like Netflix, Amazon, PBS etc.
The yearly option goes on sale sporadically and is usually about half what you'd pay for full-price. If it's not on sale when you're looking, I'd recommend buying the quarterly memberships until it goes on sale again.
The yearly option goes on sale sporadically and is usually about half what you'd pay for full-price. If it's not on sale when you're looking, I'd recommend buying the quarterly memberships until it goes on sale again.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0964406788
My Best Buy number: 0964406788
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TomTom - Start 50M 5" GPS with Lifetime Map Updates - Black
TomTom Start 50M Portable GPS:Get to your destination quicker with this car GPS unit. The large color screen makes it simple to type and navigate your route while still focusing on the road ahead.
Enhanced lane feature and bigger screen are good
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Torvus
from Takoma Park, MD
on April 19, 2013
Durability
4.0
Ease of Use
4.0
Features
4.0
What's great about it: Price, screen size
What's not so great: Long boot up and recalc at times
For the price it's well worth it. The screen is big and easy to read and the lane feature that breaks out a special display when you're approaching an area with multiple possible routes is a nice feature.
If you have a small, or narrow windshield it might take up too much real estate but otherwise it's a good size.
An unexpected feature is the speed and red light camera, which around the DC area has so far been spot on and even picked up a few I did not know about.
If you have a small, or narrow windshield it might take up too much real estate but otherwise it's a good size.
An unexpected feature is the speed and red light camera, which around the DC area has so far been spot on and even picked up a few I did not know about.
This product has... Large/easy to see screen, Easy menus, Free map updates
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0964406788
My Best Buy number: 0964406788
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SiriusXM - Edge Dock & Play Satellite Radio Receiver with Vehicle Kit
Easily listen to your favorite XM Satellite Radio channels with this SiriusXM Edge receiver that allows you to pause, rewind and replay live content. The included vehicle kit makes it simple to enjoy satellite radio on the go.Satellite and Internet Radio subscriptions are sold separately by SiriusXM Radio Inc. See SiriusXM Customer Agreement at siriusxm.com for details.
Does what I need it to
Customer Rating
5.0
Performance
4.0
Sound Quality
5.0
What's great about it: Easy to set up
What's not so great: The vent bracket is not the greatest
I went from a 10 min. commute to an hour, hour-and-a-half commute and figured it was time to get XM again. It's been a few years since I've had it, and now they've merged.
I got this since it was the latest and can access the additional channels, which I have yet to access. The audio in option is so much better than the crummy FM modulator I had before.
The unit is nice looking, buttons are a little small but work just fine. The 'cover art' options are repetitive and kind of lame, but I'm not sure if it's the unit or the broadcaster responsible.
All things considered, I've had it a month now and no problems.
I got this since it was the latest and can access the additional channels, which I have yet to access. The audio in option is so much better than the crummy FM modulator I had before.
The unit is nice looking, buttons are a little small but work just fine. The 'cover art' options are repetitive and kind of lame, but I'm not sure if it's the unit or the broadcaster responsible.
All things considered, I've had it a month now and no problems.
About me... Avid listener, Frequent car commuter
I would recommend this to a friend!
+6points
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Garmin - Vivosmart Activity Tracker (Large) - Black
Garmin Vivosmart Activity Tracker: Track your steps, calories, sleep and other health data, and enjoy access to a free online fitness community. This activity tracker reminds you to move when you sit still for too long, automatically sets a daily step goal based on your current activity level, and has a sleek, invisible OED display that comes to life when you get a call or text.
How does it recharge?
The description says it has rechargable batteries but the "What's included" only shows the band and a manual but no cable. So how do you recharge it?
It is rechargeable. In the package is a little USB cradle that clamps onto the center of the watch. There are some contact points there that line up with the clamp. I haven't done a complete recharge yet to see how long it takes.
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