TechDude
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- First ReviewSeptember 30, 2007
- Last ReviewJuly 25, 2014
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- Average Rating4.6
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NETGEAR - ProSafe 4-Port Ethernet Broadband Router with SPI Firewall - Blue
This NETGEAR 4-port, 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet router auto-detects your ISP and initiates its user-friendly Web-based ProSafe Control Center configuration screen and install assistant, simplifying setup so that you can enjoy speedy Web connectivity.
Great router for small business
Customer Rating
4.0
Ease of Use
4.0
Performance
4.0
What's great about it: Quick to setup, built-in firewall, easy GUI
What's not so great: has some limitations, lacks CLI
This is the router I have had used in one of the offices I maintain. Incredibly easy to setup for basic configuration, the GUI is easy to follow. It does have some limitations in configuration depending on how far you are wanting to go. We have used it with VPN and the firewall for 3 years with only having to restart it twice.
This product has... Fast connection, Reliable connection
About me... Technology guru, Business Professional
I would recommend this to a friend!
I use it in...:Large office
My Best Buy number: 0740690035
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Lenovo - IdeaPad 2-in-1 11.6" Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 4GB Memory - 128GB Solid State Drive - Silver
Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 11S-59385438 Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Lightweight and slender, the flip-and-fold design of this laptop makes it well-suited for productivity on the go. It also functions as a tablet or a touch-screen display in tent and stand modes, and includes voice assistant software for hands-free interaction.Learn more about the New Windows ›
Portable and powerful
Customer Rating
5.0
Display
5.0
Performance
5.0
What's great about it: Size, weight, upgradeability, battery life
What's not so great: Resolution
This 2-in-1 is a great computer to start with. The screen is useable, bright and full of color. Touch sensitivity on the screen is perfect and smooth transitions.
Form factor and weight are amazing, light weight and thin. The keyboard surface has slightly textured rubber-type material to provide some comfort and none of the cold surface area. Trackpad works well and follows input accurately. Keys fuction well and smoothly.
Battery life appears to be great, it does have longer life than my previous tablet. I have more power at my finger tips and have been doing more rendering and still providing great battery life. I will comment back later with a battery life update. Charging time is right on average.
The only problem I have found is with the screen resolution. I wish this 2-in-1 had a 1080 resolution. I know there are many other computers with 1080 resolution with this size screen. It is not a deal breaker as there are also some tablets and computers that have the same resolution as this one.
I use this computer daily, in meetings and while traveling, works well with mobile HotSpots.
This product is... A touch pad that works great, Perfect for Business, easy to set up, lightning fast
About me... Basic web surfing & emails, Technology guru, Business Professional, weekend dj
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 0740690035
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Logitech - Harmony 650 8-Device Universal Remote - Silver
Control up to 8 devices using this Logitech Harmony 650 915-000159 universal remote that is compatible with more than 225,000 devices across more than 5,000 brands for wide-ranging use. One-touch activity buttons simplify option selection.
Great Universal Remote
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: TechDude
from Lafayette, LA
on January 22, 2011
Ease of Use
5.0
Durability
5.0
What's great about it: Easy to set up, easy to use, good price
This remote is great, you can set actions so with a press of a button your TV turns on, changes channels to DVD player and also turns on your DVD player. The only reason I gave it four stars is that it can only handle 5 devices.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Nikon - AF NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8D Standard Lens - Black
Nikon AF NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8D Standard Lens: The wide-open aperture of this versatile Nikon lens allows you to capture photos in most situations without a flash. Whatever you're shooting, you'll get consistently sharp results at dusk, dawn or even in dim indoor lighting. Weighing just 5.5 oz., it makes a convenient carry-around lens for shooting stills and video.
Great low-light lens
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: TechDude
from Lafayette, LA
on July 5, 2008
What's great about it: Small and lightweight
What's not so great: Plastic body
This lens is a great combination for any camera. If you are taking pictures indoor and want to use the ambient light then a prime lens is a must.
The large aperture of 1.8 provides excellent background blurring. The 50mm focal length is perfect for smaller areas and is great for portraits providing a close working distance without distorting the nose or facial features.
The only con is that the outer body is made of plastic. The build quality is still the same as other Nikon lens, but just not metal like some of the more expensive lens.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Mac OS X v.10.5.4 Leopard - 1 User - Mac
Apple Mac OS X v.10.5.4 Leopard - 1 User - Retail - Mac
Must Have
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: TechDude
from Lafayette, LA
on October 30, 2007
What's great about it: Fast, sleek design, multiple feature upgrades
What's not so great: None
For any one who has a Mac computer that meets the requirements this is an absolute must have. Apple says that there are 300 new features. Most people will never see all 300 new features because some are slight changes in menus, bars and programs.
Everyone will realize the major new advances in the Mac OS X 10.5 being, Time Machine, Spaces, Quick Look and iChat. Time Machine allows for a virtual image of past days and providing you with a quick way of reverting to saved days (it requires an external hard drive). Second Spaces allows for up to 16 virtual screens allowing you to keep programs on different screens to prevent clutter. iChat has many new features including conferencing while presenting a power point slide or placing yourself on any image while video chatting. Quick look allows you to view a small image of what files look like without wasting the time of opening the programs.
Installing the software is extremely easy and fast. There are many different options for installing including, upgrade, archive and install or clean install.
There are many other features that are nice but there are too many to list. This is well worth the money and can be a life saver.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Me and My Gang [Bonus Track] [CD]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/7692/7692516_sa.jpg)
Me and My Gang [Bonus Track] [CD]
Best Album yet
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: TechDude
from Lafayette, LA
on October 15, 2007
What's great about it: High Quality
I own every Rascall Flatts album that they have made. This album is by far the best they have made. If you like their new songs on the radio then this is a must have for all fans.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Apple® - Mini DVI-to-VGA Adapter
This handy adapter lets you connect your Apple iMac, MacBook or 12" PowerBook G4 notebook to an external VGA monitor or projector, so you can enjoy a larger display at home, or give outstanding presentations at work.
A must have
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: TechDude
from Lafayette, LA
on October 6, 2007
What's great about it: Small
What's not so great: none
This is a perfect adapter for anyone with a MacBook laptop. Since the MacBook laptops do not come with a VGA or DVI fullsize output this adapter allows you to connect an external monitor or a projector.
You can use the monitor to extend the desktop for a much larger working area or just use it as a double display. It can support a 1400x900 resolution monitor. The clarity it produces is great and fast refresh rates are available. With this product the possibilities are endless. For the price you can not get any better. There are also different adapters to connect to regular DVI or to a RCA video or S-video source.
Exceptional value for a low price.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny [DVD] [2006]
Great Tenacious D design
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: TechDude
from Lafayette, LA
on October 1, 2007
What's great about it: Best Tenacious D Movie ever, awesome vocals and good graphics
What's not so great: Language for children
If you like Tenacious D songs and the first movie then you will love this one The only reason I gave it a 4 Star rating is that this is not for everyone. The language is not for those against cursing and also a provacative scene towards the end.
If you are not offended and like Jack Black give this movie a try, rent it and you will probably end up buying it like me.
If you are not offended and like Jack Black give this movie a try, rent it and you will probably end up buying it like me.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Cars [WS] [DVD] [2006]
Awesome Family Movie
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: TechDude
from Lafayette, LA
on September 30, 2007
What's great about it: Great for the children
What's not so great: None
This movie provides children great entertainment. Some teenagers and adults will also enjoy this movie. It has great graphics and an easy to follow plot in the movie. The audio quality is also high quality. This is a movie that I would recommend to any age as a must see movie.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Lenovo - IdeaPad 2-in-1 11.6" Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 4GB Memory - 128GB Solid State Drive - Silver
Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 11S-59385438 Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Lightweight and slender, the flip-and-fold design of this laptop makes it well-suited for productivity on the go. It also functions as a tablet or a touch-screen display in tent and stand modes, and includes voice assistant software for hands-free interaction.Learn more about the New Windows ›
Voice recognition capability
Is this preinstalled "voice recognition capability" like Siri for use to control the laptop through voice commands? Or can I use it to type by talking and dictate memos, emails, etc, as something like Dragon Naturally Speaking software provides?
It is installed to aid in dictating, however there is small functionality to using to control your computer.
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Lenovo - IdeaPad 2-in-1 11.6" Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 4GB Memory - 128GB Solid State Drive - Silver
Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 11S-59385438 Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Lightweight and slender, the flip-and-fold design of this laptop makes it well-suited for productivity on the go. It also functions as a tablet or a touch-screen display in tent and stand modes, and includes voice assistant software for hands-free interaction.Learn more about the New Windows ›
How would you hook this up to a TV to display photos or power point?
It would be a simple HDMI to HDMI cable.
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Nikon - AF NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8D Standard Lens - Black
Nikon AF NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8D Standard Lens: The wide-open aperture of this versatile Nikon lens allows you to capture photos in most situations without a flash. Whatever you're shooting, you'll get consistently sharp results at dusk, dawn or even in dim indoor lighting. Weighing just 5.5 oz., it makes a convenient carry-around lens for shooting stills and video.
This is an FX lens also right?
I'm about to buy a D610 (pending answers) and just wanted to be positive that it worked with the ff and not cropped like on my DX camera I have now.
This lens can be used for both FX and DX lenses. I personally have this lens for my D700 and D800
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What is the Contrast Ratio?
what is the contrast ratio of the:Sony - BRAVIA / 32" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
Model: KDL-32S5100 | SKU: 9240225
What is the contrast ratio of the:Samsung - 32" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
Model: LN32C530F1F | SKU: 9775416
Model: KDL-32S5100 | SKU: 9240225
What is the contrast ratio of the:Samsung - 32" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
Model: LN32C530F1F | SKU: 9775416
Contrast ratio varies between companies. Each has their own way of measuring it, it is best to compare TV from the same manufacturer. Some use the ratio at one set brightness, while some companies measure the black at the lowest brightness and the whites at the brightest.
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Which TV should I get? The KDL60EX700 or the KDL55HX701?
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Sony+-+BRAVIA+60%22+Class+/+1080p+/+120Hz+/+LED-LCD+HDTV/9763394.p?id=1218169467146&skuId=9763394
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Sony+-+BRAVIA+/+55%22+Class+/+1080p+/+240Hz+/+LCD+HDTV/9808833.p?id=1218176571488&skuId=9808833
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Sony+-+BRAVIA+/+55%22+Class+/+1080p+/+240Hz+/+LCD+HDTV/9808833.p?id=1218176571488&skuId=9808833
I personally would buy the first one. I prefer the LED backlit TVs. Yes the second one has 240Hz, but I dont think the difference will be that visible between the two.
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Can one buy a Tv with built in DVR and DVD capability?
I have not seen one of those yet. It would be better to buy a dedicated DVR or a small PC that you would tie into your cable or antenna to record and then connect it to your TV. I use a Dell ZinoHD and records my HD over-the-air great and provides me computer access in my living room at the same time.
14 years, 1 month ago
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channel 7.1 vs 507 (broadcast vs cable)???
We have Verizon FIOS TV service. I bought an extra TV (Insignia 22" LED LCD) intending to plug it into the cable directly. When I do so and program the TV for cable (vs antenna) and scan available channels, I get channel numbers like 2.1, 7.1, etc., instead of numbers like 502 and 507. Many channels are "found" but with no signal. What gives?
If I am not mistake FIOS requires a box connected to your TV. When searching over-the-air some channels will appear with a decimal and a number. These mean that they are a digital broadcast. This allows for a larger number of signals. Where I live there are many channels under a given number (ex: 9.1, 9.2, 9.4- each having a slightly different resolution or show).
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If I plan to use only a coax cable, what kind of 50" should I get? Plasma, LCD, 240hz, 120hz?
I would recommend a LCD over plasma. I find the picture is better and there is no risk of burning an image in. Also the LCD is better for inside cabinets due to less heat output. 120hz is plenty enough for nearly everything at this time.
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