Gibhunter
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- First ReviewFebruary 1, 2008
- Last ReviewJune 20, 2017
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- Average Rating3.7
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- First Review CommentMarch 20, 2011
- Last Review CommentMay 5, 2017
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- First AnswerMay 27, 2008
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Apple® - iPad® 2 with Wi-Fi + 3G - 16GB (Verizon Wireless) - White
The all-new thinner and lighter design makes iPad 2 even more comfortable to hold. It's even more powerful with the dual-core A5 chip, yet has the same 10 hours of battery life.1 With two cameras, you can make FaceTime video calls,2 record HD video and put a twist on your snapshots in Photo Booth. And the iPad Smart Cover attaches magnetically and wakes up, stands up and brightens up your iPad 2.3
Poor screen quality, slow!
Customer Rating
1.0
Features
1.0
What's great about it: slim light
What's not so great: screen bleeds, no flash, slow multi tasking, price, look, no USB, non user replacable/upgradable parts.
This thing is slow for any multi tasking in comparison to android tablets my friends have recently purchased. This device is outdated arleady - it costs more than the better new tablets out there, and has far far fewer features. I will be selling mine shortly online to get some honeycomb action.
EVERY website I am interested in still uses flash, and since flash has been moving towards GPU acceleration and been getting more efficient I dont see it dying out as fast as apple thinks. And no, I am not going to download the app for every website I goto that occasionally has a flash video embedded.
I cannot wait for windows 8 tablets in a few years. The future is promising for these devices, and as usual apple will be behind in features, while every other company pounces ahead, if apple didnt make the tablet popular someone else would have - and done it right.
EVERY website I am interested in still uses flash, and since flash has been moving towards GPU acceleration and been getting more efficient I dont see it dying out as fast as apple thinks. And no, I am not going to download the app for every website I goto that occasionally has a flash video embedded.
I cannot wait for windows 8 tablets in a few years. The future is promising for these devices, and as usual apple will be behind in features, while every other company pounces ahead, if apple didnt make the tablet popular someone else would have - and done it right.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Antec - Spot Cool Case Fan
Cool off your computer with this adjustable 3-speed case fan that allows you to aim cool air where you need it.
Works fine
Customer Rating
5.0
Features
5.0
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What's great about it: air flow, speed of install, price
What's not so great: pole is a little soft - not ridgid enough
I used this to replace the northbridge chipset fan on my computer because the intel DX58SO board comes with a horrible sounding fan. This fan is silent in comparison, and I can flex the fan right over the chipset for perfect airflow probably better than the tiny fan the board came with stock. This is easy to install, just remove a mobo screw, slip the base of the fan under and screw the mobo screw back in.
Video attached to this review is over 2 years ago when I bought this fan, so don't make fun of the now out of date components, things have changed a lot.
Video attached to this review is over 2 years ago when I bought this fan, so don't make fun of the now out of date components, things have changed a lot.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Build or modify your own PC:Yes
Level of Expertise:Expert
Primary reason for building/modifying PC:Gaming
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DiRT 2 — PRE-OWNED - PlayStation 3
Take your mark for a race filled with wild off-road thrills. In DiRT 2, the excitement and aggression of off-road racing explodes onto your screen with new levels of attitude and adrenaline. Take control of any of an array of powerful vehicles, and push your ride to its limits as you navigate a series of exhilarating real-world environments. Will you have the skills and fearlessness it will take to roar past the competition and leave them to eat your DiRT?In DiRT 2, you'll have the opportunity to savor the power of a wide variety of officially licensed best-in-class rally cars and off-road vehicles, covering seven vehicle classes. Select your favorites, upgrade them and use different vehicles strategically in different events for maximum impact. Race your way through stunning real-world locations, such as the rally cross at the massive Los Angeles sports stadium's "Stadium King Shootout" and edge-of-control canyon racing of Utah's "Creek Trailblazer" event, each rendered with incredible, eye-popping graphics. Then prove your talents are truly world class as you compete in an adrenaline-fueled World Tour that will have you testing your skills in aggressive multicar and intense solo race events.
Fun Game
Customer Rating
5.0
What's great about it: price, fun,
What's not so great: nothing yet
This game is awesome, and I love the focus on the Subaru Impreza. I wish DiRT 3 didnt switch over to a focus on the ford fiesta, which hasn't won anything amazing yet. Used game came in like new shape, but half the competitions used price.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Canon - CLI-221 Ink Cartridge - Magenta
This magenta ink cartridge lets you add a touch of color to your documents or lets you print colorful photos on your compatible Canon printer.
INK
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
What's great about it: price
What's not so great: nothing
Seems to be the best value for ink out there. Only competition would be the Kodak printers, but those arent single tanks, so when yellow goes dead first (most colors take yellow to make), then you have to buy a new cartridge and replace them all.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Canon - CLI-221 Ink Cartridge - Yellow
Add color to your documents and photos with this yellow ink cartridge.
Good Stuff
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
What's great about it: Price, colors
What's not so great: nothing yet
The ink lasts long, and the colors are much better than my previous HP printer.
I would recommend this to a friend!
+1point
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Canon - CLI 221 Four Color Pack Standard Capacity Ink Cartridge - Black/Cyan/Magenta/Yellow
Print more for less with this Canon color ink cartridge pack. It includes cyan, magenta, yellow and black inks enhanced with the proprietary ChromaLife100+ system to produce stunningly-pigmented, long-lasting colors for personal and business documents. Use this Canon color ink cartridge pack with specialized Canon photo paper and select PIXMA printers to bring your treasured memories to life.
Great Ink
Customer Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
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What's great about it: Lasts long, price
What's not so great: could be even cheaper??
I have a canon MX870, and this ink makes great looking photos, and lasts a lot longer than my previous HP printer with separate "Model 02" ink tanks. Good value, for me and I do a LOT of photo printing.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Epson - PictureMate Charm Compact Photo Printer - White
Print your favorite digital photos wherever you go with this compact photo printer that features PictBridge capability. The 2.5" LCD color photo viewer allows you to edit images before printing.
Not really worth it for me
Customer Rating
3.0
Features
2.0
Speed
3.0
What's great about it: small
What's not so great: expensive
In the past I found that the ink is phased out quickly on these mini printers. It is also a pain to be unable to print large photos. Even if it is small, I wouldn't call it portable, so why not just stick to a larger printer with a second paper feeder for photo paper?
The print quality is great though, but it is similar to the newer all in one printers out there which also happen to put more ink in the cartridges (or offer XL versions with more ink).
ITs about average in speed with the canon MX870 printer.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Rocketfish™ - 6' USB A/A Extension Cable - Multi
Extend the reach of your printer, external hard drive or digital camera to a USB 2.0 port with this extension cable that features 24K gold-plated connectors for quality conductivity.
Work great
Customer Rating
5.0
Durability
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
What's great about it: durability, length, sturdy
What's not so great: nothing yet
Very durable, and they do not feel cheap at all. I have several of these, and have owned a few of them for over a year with no issues.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SanDisk - Sansa Clip+ 4GB* MP3 Player - Black
Take your favorite tunes on the go with this MP3 player that features 4GB* of storage space and a built-in digital FM tuner. The built-in clip provides easy portability.
Nice size
Customer Rating
4.0
Durability
4.0
Sound Quality
3.0
Features
4.0
Ease of Use
4.0
What's great about it: size, price, upgradable
What's not so great: battery life is not great compared to an ipod
Pretty easy to lose this thing! I had accidently set it on European instead of USA, and apparently the volume is limited to ~1/2 and I was going to return the thing angry. Then after researching, I realized it was because it was on EUR that the volume was so low and reset the thing.
Works great, the sound quality seems on par with the ipods - so average. The size makes it a great gym player with no need for additional accessories.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Age Range:18-24
Type of Listener:Audiophile
Number of MP3 Players Owned:More than 5
Top MP3 Accessory:Headphones
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ProMark - 5A Nylon Tip Drumsticks (Pair)
These drumsticks feature American hickory wood and a nylon tip to create a unique response and sound that is ideal for your acoustic drum kit.
My favorite
Customer Rating
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0
Durability
5.0
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What's great about it: durable,good fit
What's not so great: not invincible?
I have had good luck with promark in comparison to VicFirth sticks for durability. I have gone through several pairs of these and haven't had an early break or split nylon tip yet. (Early break meaning it isn't gnawed down to nothing when it breaks).
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Is there a wireless internet connector available for either of these products? Prefer TV connector over Blu-ray due to equipment position.
Samsung Blu-ray disc player - Model BD-1500 - XAA (In closet behind a wall)
Samsung Television - Series 750 / Model LN52A750R1F ( open line of sight )
Samsung Television - Series 750 / Model LN52A750R1F ( open line of sight )
Samsung makes a wireless USB dongle for their blu-ray players (most of them). Other than that, you could try a "Powerline Network Adapter Kit" which usually run $60-100, the kit is 2 small boxes that plug into the wall and basically create a network through the power line in your home. So you can plug one in by the router and one in back of the TV, and they have ethernet plorts on the back which your Blu-Ray player has. From there, I hear new HDMI cables have ethernet built in, so if you get internet to the Bluray player the new cable can then transfer it to the TV as well.
13 years, 5 months ago
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What type of adapter would I need, for a laptop with Windows 7, to connect to the internet when away from my home network.
If you have a windowns 7 laptop, there is a near 100% chance your laptop has a wireless card built in, meaning you can connect to the internet from any place that has WIFI (hotels, airports, coffee places, libraries, college campuses, book stores, etc..). If you want internet EVERYWHERE you go with little to no exception, you will need a wireless boradband card which is sold through Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile. These go through cell phone towers, and the service is nearly everywhere in the country. There is a monthyl fee of $40-60 for mobile broadband cards.
13 years, 5 months ago
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i cracked my garmen 3750 screen can it be fixed?
They generally cost much more to fix than to replace unfortunately. I dont think best buy can send them out.
13 years, 6 months ago
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Is Tom-Tom or Garmin better than cell phones?
Is Tom-Tom and/or Garmin better than the GPS a cell phone provides? I am thinking of buying my husband one but we will also upgrade our phones early next year...
The GPS in cell phones is more of a pain than it is worth. There are fewer antennas connecting to the satelites which means they are less accurate than a real GPS system (I notice lag and disconnects all the time on my iphone 3GS), and also it drains the battery horribly fast and is inconvient when a phone call comes. Also, if you enter an area will slow or no data service on your cellphone your GPS becomes useless. The maps are preloaded on a GPS not on a cellphone.
I find the cell phone GPS useful for navigating by foot in the streets of large cities though.
I find the cell phone GPS useful for navigating by foot in the streets of large cities though.
13 years, 6 months ago
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Xbox 360
Xbox 360
Black ops upgrade?
If I preordered Black Ops standard edition can I upgrade to the hardened when I pickup my standard copy?
As far as I know you can upgrade if it is in stock, and usually they try and upsell it anyway to people who want it. Worst case scenario is you are out $5 for the preorder.
13 years, 7 months ago
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--> Any Point & Shoot Digital Camera for godo rock concerts? <---
So I go to concerts a lot and I want a type of camera that fits these requirements:
-Shoots clear and fast.
- Motion Still feature ( like when something moves, the camera capture the image still)
-Price range about $100-$200
-Shoots clear and fast.
- Motion Still feature ( like when something moves, the camera capture the image still)
-Price range about $100-$200
A camera with those needs wont be found for a price range of $100-$200
I really think you will need a DSLR camera because nothing on the point and shoot market (which is the $100-$400 price range) now has a large enough aperture to capture the low light and movement at a concert.
I was going to recommend either a Canon Rebel because they do take HD video now which is awesome for concerts and it meets all your other needs except price. I also would recommend the Panasonic DMC-TS2 because it is a rugged camera that is small and takes HD video also with a good low light sensor (the catch being that camera doesn't have motion still or the ability to shoot super clear with low light.
The pics attached are from a concert taken with a Panasonic TS1. The older version of the TS2 attached.
I really think you will need a DSLR camera because nothing on the point and shoot market (which is the $100-$400 price range) now has a large enough aperture to capture the low light and movement at a concert.
I was going to recommend either a Canon Rebel because they do take HD video now which is awesome for concerts and it meets all your other needs except price. I also would recommend the Panasonic DMC-TS2 because it is a rugged camera that is small and takes HD video also with a good low light sensor (the catch being that camera doesn't have motion still or the ability to shoot super clear with low light.
The pics attached are from a concert taken with a Panasonic TS1. The older version of the TS2 attached.
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Shot from a Panasonic DMC-TS1 (watch in HD)
Products from my answer
Canon - EOS Digital Rebel T1i 15.1-Megapixel Digital SLR Camera - Black
Panasonic - Lumix 14.1-Megapixel Digital Camera - Blue
13 years, 10 months ago
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Bangor, Maine
? about focusing options?
I want a camera that will allow me to focus through a fence when taking photos of my kids playing sports without focusing on the fence itself.
You will likely need a camera with manual focusing to do this, which means a DSLR camera.
Other options I can think of would be the Panasonic cameras often have a setting that is quick to get to that has either macro (up close) or infinite focus, so it will always be looking far away instead of focusing on a nearby object.
If you are close to this fence, you could always choose a camera with a lens small enough to poke through the holes too.
Other options I can think of would be the Panasonic cameras often have a setting that is quick to get to that has either macro (up close) or infinite focus, so it will always be looking far away instead of focusing on a nearby object.
If you are close to this fence, you could always choose a camera with a lens small enough to poke through the holes too.
Products from my answer
Panasonic - Lumix 14.1-Megapixel Digital Camera - Silver
Panasonic - Lumix 14.1-Megapixel Digital Camera - Blue
13 years, 10 months ago
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I have a an 8GB San Disk Card that won't fit into my Epson picture mate printer. What kind of an adapter do I need?
I purchased a new Sony digital Camera from Best Buy and purchased the memory card . Memory seems to be a little short for my Epson Picture mate printer. I'm sure I need an adapter but I don't know what kind.
You might have to re-ask your question with more details. What kind of card is your 8GB San Disk? (thats the brand not type)
If it is SD it should fit no problem, if it is memory stick pro duo you will need a memory stick to SD adapter, which usually you have to buy a new memory card to get. It is possible the card you bought didnt come with an adapter because a lot of people are able to plug them into their computers. So, when you go to pick out another, just pick the cheapest card that includes the adapter.
Bestbuy.com sells the adapter, but I have never seen on in store. Ill attach it to this response.
If it is SD it should fit no problem, if it is memory stick pro duo you will need a memory stick to SD adapter, which usually you have to buy a new memory card to get. It is possible the card you bought didnt come with an adapter because a lot of people are able to plug them into their computers. So, when you go to pick out another, just pick the cheapest card that includes the adapter.
Bestbuy.com sells the adapter, but I have never seen on in store. Ill attach it to this response.
Products from my answer
Sony - Memory Stick Duo Replacement Adapter - Memory Stick Duo
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Do they make adapters for older lenses to fit a newer camera?
I have an older Canon Vivitar AV-1 with various lenses and I just bought a new Canon Rebel XS Digital. Do they make an adapter to fit my Vivitar 75 - 205mm 1:3.8 closed focusing auto zoom lense to my rebel camera?
There are adapters available online but not through best buy. I would do a google search for what you need, example: "vivitar to canon adapter" I found a lot of them available ranging in the sub $20 range. Im sorry I cannot link to an outside site through this.
13 years, 10 months ago
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Bangor, Maine
optical viewfinder
I am looking for a DC with screen plus optical viewfinder.
I looked through a lot on bestbuy.com and only found that the larger cameras have room for the viewfinder. Companies are making the LCD screens brighter and brighter to work better in high sunlight conditions and the space and technology to have a viewfinder is costly. I would just recommend going for whichever camera you like and if it doesn't happen to have a viewfinder, just get a good sized SD card and always take a couple shots at a time and one should come out good.
Products from my answer
Canon - PowerShot 12.1-Megapixel Digital Camera - Black
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