bballte
 
 
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    July 7, 2013
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 Microsoft - Wireless Controller for Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S - White
Microsoft - Wireless Controller for Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S - White
Capture all the fine detail with this Xbox wireless controller. Extra-comfortable grips and a streamlined design make gaming more the joy than ever before, and powerful wireless connectivity gives you even more range and connects you to Windows 10 PCs and devices. Create the ideal setup with this Xbox wireless controller thanks to custom button mapping.
 
Better than the original
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: bballte
from Phoenix, AZ
on September 9, 2016
Love the Bluetooth feature, slightly tricky to get paired with Windows 10 laptop, but once it got connected, it's worked perfectly.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0307901031
My Best Buy number: 0307901031
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 Harman Kardon - Onyx Studio Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Black
Harman Kardon - Onyx Studio Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Black
Harman Kardon Onyx Studio Speaker:Take the gift of great sound with you wherever you go with this speaker that utilizes a nearby Bluetooth-enabled laptop, tablet or phone to help you wirelessly stream music. Four powered speakers and dual passive radiators deliver rich, dynamic audio.
 
Great bluetooth speaker!
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: bballte
from Phoenix, AZ
on December 14, 2014
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We got this on sale for 199.99, and love it. Great sound and easy to pair with every device we have. I would think twice about paying the regular price of $400, but if you can get it on sale, its highly recommended.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0307901031
My Best Buy number: 0307901031
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 Dynex™ - 2-Outlet Surge Protector - Multi
Dynex™ - 2-Outlet Surge Protector - Multi
Safely power your USB devices using this Dynex™ DX-PT213 surge protector that features 2 outlets and 2 USB ports for easy connectivity and a 500-joule rating for reliable defense. An LED indicator lets you know when your equipment is protected.
 
Really convenient way to charge USB devices!
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5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: bballte
from Phoenix, AZ
on September 26, 2014
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We bought two of these on clearance, and I'm not sure why these are being discontinued: we love them!
They charge two USB devices at the same time and still allow access to the traditional power plugs.
Highly recommended!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0307901031
My Best Buy number: 0307901031
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 Sony - On-Ear Wireless Bluetooth Headphones
Sony - On-Ear Wireless Bluetooth Headphones
With ambient noise cancellation, these Sony MDRZX750BN on-ear headphones help block out distracting and unwanted background noises, so you can focus on your favorite music. The Bluetooth 3.0 technology enables wireless audio streaming.
 
Good headphones, better value
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4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: bballte
from Phoenix, AZ
on July 19, 2014
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Sound Quality
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5.0
Comfort
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4.0
Durability
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5.0
What's great about it: Less expensive than competition, good sound quality using bluetooth
What's not so great: Starts to get uncomfortable during extended use
We went to France for 3 weeks, and I wanted a good pair of bluetooth headphones for the trip. I compared these to the Beats Wireless and Bose...I chose these partly based on price, but also due to some of the features included.
These headphones are advertised as having 4 modes (wireless, wireless w/ noise cancelation, wired w/ noise cancelation, and wired) and they all worked perfectly. The Beats Wireless reviews I read said they worked with the cord (non-bluetooth) but only if there was some battery charge left. The Sony headphones work in corded mode even if the battery is dead, which is a huge deal when traveling with limited access to charge the battery. Speaking of batteries, these use a built-in battery, charged by a usb cord. They fold up nicely for travel and seem pretty durable.
My only complaint is that on our 8 hour flight home, I started to notice they were getting uncomfortable after a few hours. For a 2 hour movie or listening to music on a short flight, they would be fine, but I stopped using them after 2 movies on the flight.
I would recommend this to a friend!
How Often Used:3-5 times a week
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0307901031
My Best Buy number: 0307901031
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 Insignia™ - Dual 3.5mm Mini Headphone Jack Splitter - Black
Insignia™ - Dual 3.5mm Mini Headphone Jack Splitter - Black
Only @ Best BuyEasily connect 2 pairs of headphones to a single 3.5mm mini jack with this Insignia™ NS-HZ305 adapter that is compatible with most devices with a 3.5mm mini connector, including most portable audio devices, phones and tablets.
 
Works as advertised
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5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: bballte
from Phoenix, AZ
on July 19, 2014
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Ease of Use
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Works perfectly. Shared audio on macbook laptop and ipad to two headphones.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0307901031
My Best Buy number: 0307901031
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 Sling Media - Slingbox 500 - Black
Sling Media - Slingbox 500 - Black
Sling Media Slingbox 500: Whether you're traveling around the world, visiting a friend's house or just in another room, Slingbox 500 lets you bring your favorite TV shows with you. Tune in to your shows on your laptop, smartphone or tablet for crisp 1080p HD programming wherever you go.
 
Great for travelers!
Customer Rating
3.0 out of 5
3.0
Posted by: bballte
from Phoenix, AZ
on July 19, 2014
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What's great about it: Easy to use, good quality
What's not so great: Expensive, tricky to get setup if you have additional components (like AV receiver)
We went to Paris for 3 weeks and my wife wanted to be able to watch all her shows, both live and recorded. The Slingbox was the perfect solution, with a few catches. The product works exactly as advertised, giving full control over our Cox DVR while we were on vacation. Quality was adequate, about what I would expect for streaming video across hotel wifi.
First catch: the iOS apps are expensive. I read other reviews that mentioned this, but didn't actually see any pricing, so I'll share...the app is $14.99 for BOTH the iPad AND iPhone. Thankfully, if you use a computer (Mac or PC) the streaming is browser-based, so you don't pay anything extra. Paying $30 to get her iPad and my iPhone connected seemed expensive, especially after paying $300 for the device itself.
Second catch: I'm fairly technical, but I couldn't get it setup to work via HDMI via my Denon receiver. The setup poster says to set it up via both HDMI and component, but I was never ever able to get the HDMI to broadcast audio, so its setup thru component and standard audio jacks. It works, but I would prefer to have the HDMI working.
In short, it does the job, but the setup can be tricky and expensive.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0307901031
My Best Buy number: 0307901031
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 Sleeping Dogs - Xbox 360
Sleeping Dogs - Xbox 360
Travel to the Far East and the vibrant neon city of Hong Kong, where hidden among the exotic locations and busy streets hides one of the most brutal and deadly criminal organizations in the world — the Triads. As undercover cop Wei Shen, you must infiltrate the Triads and take them down from the inside. In order to do this, you must prove your worth by participating in atrocious criminal activities to protect your cover. With the lines between your loyalty to the badge and the code of the Triads becoming permanently blurred, you'll risk everything to ensure the success of your investigation.Delve into the dangerous, devious and deep world of organized crime set against the gorgeous backdrop of Hong Kong in Sleeping Dogs. Step into the role of undercover police officer, Wei Shen, and work your way into the brutal Triads in an effort to bring down this criminal organization from the inside. Immerse yourself in the mature and gritty storyline in a tension-filled world where every action puts your cover at risk. Experience heart-racing action filled with martial arts, adrenaline-pumping gunfights and vicious takedowns. Get behind the wheel, get your finger on the trigger and tear down the narrow Hong Kong streets. Explore the seedy underbelly of the city, and enter illegal races, gamble on cockfights or relax with some karaoke. With the Triads' hold on the city, there's no way you can just let Sleeping Dogs lie.
 
Great game, not challenging, but very addictive!
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: bballte
from Phoenix, AZ
on July 7, 2013
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What's great about it: Good story, lots of collectibles, lots of DLC that adds features
What's not so great: Difficulty isn't adjustable, can be too easy at times. Not all DLC is worth purchasing.
Similar to GTA games, this is a good fun, open world game with various missions to complete and tons of hidden collectibles. Compared to GTA, Sleeping Dogs is almost too easy, even missions that have time limits to complete never really feel too stressful.
Graphics are decent, the camera view can become an issue when you have too many opponents on the screen at once.
Overall, its a great game, highly recommended.
This product has... Downloadable Content, Like to replay, Excessive violence
About me... Frequent player, Casual gamer
I would recommend this to a friend!
Age:35-44
Gender:Male
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 0307901031
My Best Buy number: 0307901031
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 Harman Kardon - Onyx Studio Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Black
Harman Kardon - Onyx Studio Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Black
Harman Kardon Onyx Studio Speaker:Take the gift of great sound with you wherever you go with this speaker that utilizes a nearby Bluetooth-enabled laptop, tablet or phone to help you wirelessly stream music. Four powered speakers and dual passive radiators deliver rich, dynamic audio.
 

Can I answer / use this in place of my phone ear bluetooth?

I need a bluetooth that I can use on my desk to answer/talk/call instead of having to have one in my ear all day... does this do that or does any product do this?
The HK Onyx doesn't have a microphone, so it can't be used as a speaker phone.

You can use a Jamebox or Beats Pill as a speaker phone. The Onyx is my wife's, and it seems to have the best sound of the three. I have the Beats Pill and I prefer it over the the Jambox (which my mother in law uses). The Pill has a built in charger to keep other devices charged and gets louder than the Jambox, but the Jambox is a cheaper option, and if you want to use it to take/make calls, any sound quality difference won't matter.
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 Harman Kardon - Onyx Studio Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Black
Harman Kardon - Onyx Studio Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Black
Harman Kardon Onyx Studio Speaker:Take the gift of great sound with you wherever you go with this speaker that utilizes a nearby Bluetooth-enabled laptop, tablet or phone to help you wirelessly stream music. Four powered speakers and dual passive radiators deliver rich, dynamic audio.
 

Can this be used with an IPad?

We have ours paired with an ipad, ipod, iphone, and a windows 8 laptop (not all at the same time, obviously).
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