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- First ReviewFebruary 10, 2013
- Last ReviewJanuary 21, 2017
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- Average Rating4.3
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- First Review CommentFebruary 13, 2013
- Last Review CommentNovember 30, 2016
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Onewheel - Self-Balancing Electric Skateboard - Blue
Roll through parks effortlessly with the Onewheel electric skateboard. This hands-free electric skateboard only requires you to tilt forward to accelerate or backward to stop. Its lithium iron phosphate battery lets you ride for extended amounts of time, and it recharges in less than an hour. Sophisticated sensors and electronic controls give the Onewheel electric skateboard its unique motion.Ride Responsibly:The purchaser and rider of this product are responsible for knowing and obeying all state and local regulations regarding the use of this product. It is highly encouraged that you read and follow the product instructions including all safety precautions and use protective gear. Protective gear can be found at http://www.bestbuy.com/protectivegear
It really is THAT great
Customer Rating
5.0
I waited for two weeks before I wrote this review so I could have a decent amount of time for a fair review. Let me get one thing out of the way. This board is dangerous but so is skateboarding and driving cars so you assume risk everyday really. If you were on the fence because it looks dangerous, it is, but dont let that stop you. Now, on to the review. With the Onewheel you get an amazing riding experience. Lean forward to go forward and lean backward to stop not unlike a Segway Mini Pro. I prefer the skateboarding riding stance to the Segway Mini pro face forward stance. I always felt off-balance in that stance. I was initially afraid that the learning curve would be too steep. I was wrong. I have experience skateboarding, skiing, rollerblading, and quads and I was able to pick it up quick. That said I did wipe out a couple of times due to a nosedive. A nosedive is what happens when you're travelling at speed and you lift your front foot slightly which disengages the pressure sensor and thus causing the Onewheel to think youre done and want to get off. The Onewheel's nose pitches down and throws you onto the ground. Yes, it hurts. It makes you a little gun shy about the next ride but nosedives happen rarely and you really have to be flying for it to catch you off-guard.
One of the greatest things about the Onewheel is that it can handle any terrain! Its basically one huge rubber tire so gravel, grass, pavement, sand, mulch, and dirt are fine to ride on. It can cruise right at 10MPH and bursts to 15MPH. It should also be noted that the upgraded Onewheel will be available soon and it has a top speed of 19MPH!
Best Buy will match the manufacturers site price for this generation Onewheel to $1299.00 if you're interested in buying a gen 1 (listed here for $1499.99) and don't need the features of the gen 2. The Onewheel is 100% USA Made and built like a tank! It can take anything you throw at it. The front and rear bumpers are replaceable as the are wearable parts. The grip tape sensor pads are also replaceable. I have been having a blast riding this board. Just remember to wear your helmet and I strongly recommend gloves. (nosedives are rough on your hands)
The Onewheel is a nice glimpse into the future. The price of admission is high but nothing of high-quality, cutting-edge, USA made, is ever cheap and once you own one for yourself, you will fully appreciate the fit and finish of this product.
One of the greatest things about the Onewheel is that it can handle any terrain! Its basically one huge rubber tire so gravel, grass, pavement, sand, mulch, and dirt are fine to ride on. It can cruise right at 10MPH and bursts to 15MPH. It should also be noted that the upgraded Onewheel will be available soon and it has a top speed of 19MPH!
Best Buy will match the manufacturers site price for this generation Onewheel to $1299.00 if you're interested in buying a gen 1 (listed here for $1499.99) and don't need the features of the gen 2. The Onewheel is 100% USA Made and built like a tank! It can take anything you throw at it. The front and rear bumpers are replaceable as the are wearable parts. The grip tape sensor pads are also replaceable. I have been having a blast riding this board. Just remember to wear your helmet and I strongly recommend gloves. (nosedives are rough on your hands)
The Onewheel is a nice glimpse into the future. The price of admission is high but nothing of high-quality, cutting-edge, USA made, is ever cheap and once you own one for yourself, you will fully appreciate the fit and finish of this product.
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 0319200375
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Microsoft - Surface Book 2-in-1 13.5" Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - 512GB Solid State Drive - Silver
Microsoft Surface Book Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop Ultra-thin, meticulously crafted, with simply incredible 3000x2000 screen resolution. The full punch of a high performance laptop with unprecedented versatility of a tablet. Surface Book combines powerful 6th Generation Intel® Core™ i5, i7 processors and up to 16GB of memory with optional discrete graphics so no creative tasks are too demanding. This is Surface Book. This is the future of laptop computing.
Third time's the charm
Customer Rating
5.0
I wasn't going to give up on this so easy. I had purchased one of these (the $1899.99 model# on day one and had the muscle wire hinge fail on one side. Return that unit to Best Buy and had to wait until stock was back. Went to Microsoft Store and found the i7 version #$2099.99# and thought I'd give that one a try. It was plagued with a few build problems I couldn't live with on a $2200 laptop so back that one went too. Went to Best Buy yesterday and they actually had the bad boy model in stock #$2699.99) so I pulled the trigger on it. So far everything is working great. No build issues, the bugs seem to be getting squashed and no hardware issues. This is definitely the laptop Ive been waiting for. A gaming machine that's a tablet to boot. 16GBs of RAM makes this thing fly. I know, because of the other models I briefly had to compare this to.
This product really has no competition at all. I can't name another 512GB SSD /16GB RAM / i7 tablet and that's exactly what you get packed in this. Yes, its pricy, but no more so than my MacBook Pro was.
Plus you get a pen! My first impression was favorable but I suggested everyone wait until the bugs are squashed. Microsoft is doing a bang-up job getting these updates out and as long as I don't have any hardware issues, I think I've found my new workhorse!
This product really has no competition at all. I can't name another 512GB SSD /16GB RAM / i7 tablet and that's exactly what you get packed in this. Yes, its pricy, but no more so than my MacBook Pro was.
Plus you get a pen! My first impression was favorable but I suggested everyone wait until the bugs are squashed. Microsoft is doing a bang-up job getting these updates out and as long as I don't have any hardware issues, I think I've found my new workhorse!
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 0319200375
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Microsoft - Surface Book 2-in-1 13.5" Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 256GB Solid State Drive - Silver
Microsoft Surface Book Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: This ultrathin, high-performance laptop is equipped with incredible 3000 x 2000 screen resolution and the versatility of a tablet. It combines a powerful 6th Generation Intel® Core™ i5 processor and 8GB of system memory with discrete graphics so no creative tasks are too demanding. Use the included Surface Pen to mark-up presentations, sign documents, take notes and much more. Learn more.
Run from this for now
Customer Rating
4.0
I bought one on day one from Best Buy. First, let me say that the laptop COULD be great and it probably will be but it's not as of now. There are just too many bugs and build issues. My unit had a faulty muscle wire release mechanism to where it would release from one side only. I updated it to the most current MS release and still no dice. I was planning on exchanging it for another but the rarity of this laptop didn't allow that so I had to return it. My local Microsoft Store had the i7 with DGPU in stock ~a little more $$$ but given the availability of the device I was willing to try it out. That unit had some build quality issues that should not be present in a $2000 plus laptop. The screen bezel displayed lumps and the detach mechanism was inconsistent (again, even after updating# The Microsoft tech agreed that the unit was faulty. In addition to the physical and build issues my the unit also was plagued by all the mentioned software glitches mentioned by users online #ie: the flickering screen, WiFi issues, screen color temp changes while scrolling web pages, random crashes, video driver crashes, etc...) In the end, it was too much for me to stomach. That said, I still love the idea and I will revisit this purchase in the coming months and most likely be re-purchasing a unit once all the bugs are squashed.
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 0319200375
+31points
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Flip 2-in-1 10.1" Touch-Screen Chromebook - Rockchip - 2GB Memory - 16GB Flash (eMMC) Memory - Aluminum
Asus Flip Convertible 2-in-1 Chromebook: Work on projects easily while you are out and about with this lightweight, portable Chromebook, which offers a 10.1" touch screen. The Bluetooth 4.1 interface lets you connect to your Bluetooth-enabled mobile devices for increased functionality.Learn more about Chromebooks ›
This Chromebook changes everything
Customer Rating
5.0
A Chromebook with a high-quality build and touchscreen changes the utility of a Chromebook. If you have tried and dismissed Chromebooks before you should really try this one. This is the way Chromebooks should have been at the beginning. 12 hour battery life - no kidding, I tested it. Beautiful touch display that responds very well. Insanely loud and clear speakers for a unit this size. The "Flip" design is so handy and the accelerometer almost reads your mind its so quick. One improvement Id like to see next year is a back-lit keyboard and a carrier-supported LTE SIM model. Buy it and try it. Theres a lot to like!
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 0319200375
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Scosche - MagicMount vent2 Universal Car Vent Mount - Black
This Scosche MagicMount vent2 MAGVM2 mount lets you attach your compatible cell phone, tablet, GPS or other device to your car's vent. High-powered magnets make it easy to connect your mobile device.
The Best One So Far
Customer Rating
5.0
Ive tried a lot of them. In 2005 I bought a vent mount for my phone and the clamp mechanism broke my vent when I tried to remove it. Since then Ive been looking for the best vent mount that will not destroy the vent. I wanted it totally removable and fully functional. This is it! The magnet holds my s6 edge and my friends Note 4 perfectly. Buy it, youll love it
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 0319200375
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Dyson - AM05 Hot + Cool Fan Heater - Black/Nickel
Quickly warm up or cool down your room using this Dyson AM05 Hot + Cool 300096-06 fan heater that features a powerful motor that spins at up to 9000 rpm for quick air distribution. The oscillating design moves air evenly around the room.
This is my second one! Love it
Customer Rating
5.0
Ill keep it short and sweet. I have one I paid nearly full price for and use it every night and day. Now that the AM09 is out this model dropped to $249.99. That was a no-brainer for me. The heater heats up my bedroom in less than 20 min and my cost for that twenty minutes is a couple of cents according to my Wemo. Not too shabby. Highly recommended!
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 0319200375
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LG - Tone Infinim Wireless Earbud Headphones - Metallic Silver
LG Tone Infinim Wireless Headphones: With a slim, ergonomic design created for comfort, you'll forget you're wearing these headphones. One-touch controls make it easy to answer phone calls and control music, while retractable earbuds keep wires out of the way.
Gotta give em five on these
Customer Rating
5.0
I have the LG Tone 730s. They were great but the magnets weren't strong enough to hold the buds in place. The Infiniums remove the magnets entirely for this ingeniously simple retraction system. Though I like it better than the magnet system I do fear that the ear buds may short over time and I don't dare push the retract button without offering some guidance and cushioning from my fingers - it retracts very fast and stops very sudden. Both not good for the ear buds. I'd like to think that LG tested and allowed for this stress on the ear buds so I'm gonna keep them. The sound is MUCH louder and clearer than the 730s I have.
The bass is still a little hollow and mostly non-exestent but its hard to find any earbud headsets with decent bass sans Bose QCi20 but those seal into your ear and are not wireless. The battery life on these things is incredible! Every series just keeps improving and mine were even fully charged right out of the box! You can expect about 13 to 15 hours of use between charges. I highly recommend these to anyone that wants a great sounding set of wireless ear buds!
The bass is still a little hollow and mostly non-exestent but its hard to find any earbud headsets with decent bass sans Bose QCi20 but those seal into your ear and are not wireless. The battery life on these things is incredible! Every series just keeps improving and mine were even fully charged right out of the box! You can expect about 13 to 15 hours of use between charges. I highly recommend these to anyone that wants a great sounding set of wireless ear buds!
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 0319200375
+8points
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D'Addario - EXL115 Jazzs Nickel-Wound Electric Guitar Strings - Silver
Featuring compatibility with most electric guitars, these D'Addario EXL115 precision-wound, nickel-plated steel guitar strings provide excellent intonation and deliver a full, rich sound.
I wish my Best Buys could keep them in stock
Customer Rating
5.0
They really are the best strings. I am a full-time pro musician and these strings last for about a month of shows at 6 shows a week. That is awesome bang for your buck! I wish I wasn't limited on how many packs I could order online. Just tried to order 50 packs and could only order 5 lol!
Oh well, I guess I could always do multiple orders :)
Oh well, I guess I could always do multiple orders :)
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 0319200375
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Bose - SoundTouch™ 20 Series II Wi-Fi® Speaker System - Black
Enjoy clear, room-filling sound with this compact Bose® SoundTouch™ 20 Series II Wi-Fi® speaker system, which connects to your home Wi-Fi network for easy access to 20,000 Internet radio stations from around the world, your music library and popular music services, such as Deezer, Pandora, Spotify and iHeartRadio.
This is a great addition to any home music server
Customer Rating
5.0
I was really hoping that the Sound Touch 20 could play the music files stored in my Synology NAS and it did!. Setup took about 20 min. There was a few firmware updates to perform but nothing too long. In the end I can set a preset number to access my NAS music folder and skip to the next song using the included remote. Bluetooth support would have been nice but you would get no where near the range WiFi has. I can get an easy 200 feet or so using my Asus router. The sound is just as you would expect from Bose - terrific. Just enough bass to not sound booming and a nice, distinct treble and mid range. I have a few Bose Bluetooth speakers and the Sound Touch 20 sounds the fullest - due to its size I'm sure.
Portability: I don't think this unit was designed to be super portable because it will access music over your homes network - theres no battery and no cases are available for it. I think its a stay at home kind of device. You can however use it without your home network and adhoc and Wifi connection to your phone or tablet if the situation ever calls for that.
Definitely a great unit and a testament to Bose quality!!
Portability: I don't think this unit was designed to be super portable because it will access music over your homes network - theres no battery and no cases are available for it. I think its a stay at home kind of device. You can however use it without your home network and adhoc and Wifi connection to your phone or tablet if the situation ever calls for that.
Definitely a great unit and a testament to Bose quality!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
My Best Buy number: 0319200375
+10points
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Motorola - Moto 360 Smart Watch for Android Devices 4.3 or Higher - Gray Leather
Stay connected with this Motorola Moto 360 00419NARTL smart watch, which features a 1.56" LCD touch screen that displays alerts from your compatible Android device. A Bluetooth 4.0 interface helps simplify wireless pairing.
no battery life
Customer Rating
1.0
Posted by: goconfigure
from Durham
on September 7, 2014
What's great about it: display and looks
What's not so great: battery life and build quality
12 hour battery is pushing it. I got closer to 8 hours. Pebble runs circles around this thing. I feel sorry for the early adopters on this one.
Im returning mine
Im returning mine
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Lenovo - Yoga Tablet 8 - 16GB - Brushed Nickel/Chrome
Only at Best BuyLenovo Yoga Tablet 8: Designed to accommodate to your lifestyle, this tablet offers features that give you more options. The ergonomic handle makes it easy to grip and hold your device with one hand when you're browsing the Web or reading a book. Seamlessly switch to stand or tilt mode when you're ready to prop it up on a table or your lap.
how long does the battery last?
Insanely long!! I'm getting 22 hours although Lenovo underrated the battery life at 18 hours
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Lenovo - Miix 2 8 - 32GB - Silver
Lenovo IdeaTab Miix 2 8 Tablet: A tablet experience featuring an easy-to-navigate interface and all the right tools to be productive. Accomplish tasks on the go with Microsoft Office. And when it's time to play, kick back and surf the Web, watch a movie or read a book.
Features
Would I be able to upload pictures to this tablet directly from my digital camera?
Thank you.
Thank you.
Yes. This tablet would be ideal for such a tasks . It has a micro SD slot or you can connect a Flash drive via an OTG adapter.
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Lenovo - Miix 2 8 - 32GB - Silver
Lenovo IdeaTab Miix 2 8 Tablet: A tablet experience featuring an easy-to-navigate interface and all the right tools to be productive. Accomplish tasks on the go with Microsoft Office. And when it's time to play, kick back and surf the Web, watch a movie or read a book.
Does MS Office comes pre-installed?
Does the MS office comes pre-installed (student edition)
Yes. You just need to activate it using the win 8 product key.
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