TreyInTX
 
 
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 Fitbit - Charge 2 Activity Tracker + Heart Rate (Large) - Black Silver
Fitbit - Charge 2 Activity Tracker + Heart Rate (Large) - Black Silver
Fitbit Charge 2 Heart Rate + Fitness Wristband: Put your daily exercise motivation on your wrist with the Fitbit Charge 2. This heart rate & fitness wristband automatically tracks all-day activity, sleep and exercise. It also features personalized exercise modes to view real-time stats on display, a way to track your cardio fitness level, and guided breathing sessions to help you find moments of calm in your day. Packed with the smartphone notifications you need most and a new sleek design with an interactive OLED display, Charge 2 is your perfect companion for all-day and workouts.
 
Only wish it were waterproof
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: TreyInTX
from Plano TX
on December 9, 2017
I’m happy with the tracker. It has less features than the Microsoft band but it is more comfortable. Battery lasts long enough it isn’t constantly needing a charge. It’s main perk is that the brand is most popular so more people use the app to help motivate each other. The tap function and raise wrist to light display features don’t work too well. Glad I didn’t get aria as badly as the tap works. I wish there were more options for the default screen layout.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 1019282395
My Best Buy number: 1019282395
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 JAM - Plus Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Gray
JAM - Plus Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Gray
Jam Plus Speaker: Bring on the beats with this portable Bluetooth speaker, which allows wireless music streaming up to 30' from your enabled device. The rechargeable battery ensures on-the-go power.
 
Decent BT Stereo sound; not loud
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: TreyInTX
from Plano TX
on July 21, 2017
I don't know if there are other Bluetooth cordless speakers that work in stereo from a single device, but these are the first I have seen. They work well for music on the go with my iPhone. They are about the size of a small coffee cup - like an 8 oz one - about 3 x 4" each. They use standard USB charge cables. Overall I like them but I have a tiny pop canz speaker that has lots more volume vs size than these. I can hear them fine, I just expected more due to the size. They work great and honestly for the times I find these useful, the volume is loud enough since I don't want to drown out conversation. They are on sale quite often lately and they are a bargain on sale for what you get.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 1019282395
My Best Buy number: 1019282395
Mobile Submission: True
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 Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 2015 Release - 2015 - Black
Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 2015 Release - 2015 - Black
Relax with your favorite books wherever life takes you with this Amazon Kindle Paperwhite B00OQVZDJM, which features a 6" 300 ppi Carta ePaper antiglare touch screen with optimized fonts. The built-in backlight makes it simple to read at night.
 
Almost perfect
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: TreyInTX
from Plano TX
on May 6, 2017
If you've had a kindle you know it's more like reading a book page. Some will prefer it enough to have this device. My elderly mother uses the version of this that connects to cell towers and is able to download her own books from her subscription service. She had trouble removing them once she hits the download limit. I have this version. If you have wifi, I think this is the best option if you have the money. I don't see much purpose in the upgrade and I don't know who wants a bigger bezel. The touch works fine. My only complaint is there is no speaker and at this price it should. I had to buy an adapter to have books read to me. The text to speech is very good and realistic.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 1019282395
My Best Buy number: 1019282395
Mobile Submission: True
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 Dell - XPS Desktop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti - 1TB Hard Drive
Dell - XPS Desktop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti - 1TB Hard Drive
Dell XPS Desktop: Enjoy a customized experience with this Dell XPS tower. The easy-open chassis makes installation of components quick, ensuring the computer keeps up with your needs. A 1TB hard drive and Intel Core processor let you get to work without hesitation, and the optical drive on this Dell XPS tower lets you read and write DVDs and CDs.
 
When you need more power
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: TreyInTX
from Plano TX
on May 6, 2017
This is a big machine - the big tower everyone had before the move to small computers. It takes up quite a bit of space but you buy this for power not to conserve space. Not all i7 chips are the same. Laptops and tablets have chips designed to save battery life and not run as hot. As a result - slow processing. I had forgotten how fast a full size machine can really churn through processing images, etc. if you need the power, this is a great option - plus my DVD writer is back onboard.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 1019282395
My Best Buy number: 1019282395
Mobile Submission: True
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 Logitech - H800 RF Wireless On-Ear Headset - Black
Logitech - H800 RF Wireless On-Ear Headset - Black
Enjoy clear voice transmission with this wireless headset that features a noise-canceling microphone for reduced background sound. The H800 features a USB nano receiver for computers and Bluetooth for smartphones, tablets and Bluetooth-enabled computers. It is easy to connect and switch between devices with no wires to get in your way. HD stereo sound delivers rich, digital audio without distortion. Microphone arm is easily adjustable to just the right position you need to talk to clients or teammates and can be tucked out of the way when not being used. Full set of controls located on the right ear cup.
 
Only choice for Bluetooth conferences
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: TreyInTX
from Plano TX
on March 26, 2017
There are very few headphones that work with Bluetooth. There are plenty of tiny headsets for cellphones but not suited for 8 hours of calls. Luckily this one is close to perfect. It's light and comfortable for what it is. It doesn't get hot on the ears. It's call quality on skype is as good as I've had on any device. It connects via Bluetooth dongle or directly over Bluetooth. I could not get it successfully connected to my laptop without dongle but I'm glad it ended up that way. It has a flip switch to use the dongle or just the Bluetooth. Once connected to my mobile phone, I can switch from computer to phone via the headphone switch. Awesome. The experience for whomever is on the other end is as good as any headset I've owned. This picks up my voice and suppresses other noise better. I have devices that can go further from source but this one is adequate. I can go to another room but not much further. I'd say it'll go 25 to 30 feet but I haven't tested without obstructing walls.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 1019282395
My Best Buy number: 1019282395
Mobile Submission: True
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 Withings - Smart Body Analyzer - Black
Withings - Smart Body Analyzer - Black
Track your weight, body fat and heart rate over time with this Withings WS-50-BLACK smart body analyzer, which features Position Control technology for precise monitoring and Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technology for uploading data to a compatible device.
 
Good if you track weight on iPhone
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: TreyInTX
from Plano TX
on March 11, 2016
I have been using an app to plot what I eat against my weight. This works very well so that I don't have to remember to enter my weight by hand. The withings app can write data into my iPhone's built in health app. It's kind of pricy for what it is but it works. The scales look nice but they must be cleaned often. These look dirty quickly. The air quality monitor isn't of much use to me but I actually like the weather forecast app. The fat percentage and heartbeat indicators aren't that helpful thus far. I've never found that very accurate on any scales I've had. If I step on the scales twice, my weight is different up to 2 lbs. but I'm happy with my purchase.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 1019282395
My Best Buy number: 1019282395
Mobile Submission: True
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 Apple Watch™ Sport 42mm Space Gray Aluminum Case - Space Gray Sports Band
Apple Watch™ Sport 42mm Space Gray Aluminum Case - Space Gray Sports Band
Apple Watch is an incredibly customizable timepiece, has entirely new ways to stay in touch, and is a comprehensive health and fitness companion.
 
Nice but response issues
Customer Rating
3.0 out of 5
3.0
Posted by: TreyInTX
from Plano TX
on January 22, 2016
I've used the Microsoft band in the past and this offers much more functionality. Overall it's a nice product and works well with the apple infrastructure. The number of default apps installed that cannot be uninstalled is a little bothersome. It's easy to get an overwhelming screen of apps. It takes a week to get used to using the functions and getting it set up. Having to charge the watch daily gets a little annoying but I can't fault the watch for that - technology can only do so much. My main complaint is the watch really lags when using apps. I think that is probably a limitation of technology right now also but I don't have anything for comparison. The default functions work better. I do like the watch but I only use it for a couple of apps and the notifications because of the delay. I've gone back to pulling my phone out for most things.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 1019282395
My Best Buy number: 1019282395
Mobile Submission: True
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 Sony - Wireless Earbud Headphones - Orange
Sony - Wireless Earbud Headphones - Orange
Rock out while working out with thes Sony MDRAS600BT/D earbud headphones, which features a splash-resistant design to prevent sweat and water from leaking in for durability. Bluetooth technology allows you to wirelessly stream music from up to 30' away.
 
Best I've found for jogging
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: TreyInTX
from Plano TX
on November 2, 2015
I bought these to replace another brand that developed a crackle in my left ear when I went on jogs. The other pair had smaller buds but a control and mic on the cord that pulled the buds out of my ears when I jogged. I chose these because another review indicated a jogging magazine awarded these their number 1 Bluetooth pick for jogging. So far, I can agree these are very good for jogging and any other workout where one is jostling around. The fit is very secure - I tried to shake them from my ears by jumping around and they didn't budge at all. These are the only earbuds I've had that I couldn't dislodge by jumping around. I'm loving that. The earbuds themselves are kind of big and stick out almost an inch from the ear. I have bumped into the buds because of the distance they hang out, but they haven't fallen out. Otherwise I don't notice they are sticking out. I'm not a super fan of how obvious they are, but the Bluetooth light is discreet which I like at night. They have better sound than my previous headset, but they aren't as clear as the LG infinims I tried. I'm not an audio expert so I can't explain the difference exactly, but some detail is lost with these - maybe slightly muddier sound. But they have more bass which I like. These excel at blocking out background noise - this could be good or bad depending on where you work out. The earbuds get plenty loud for my needs but I believe they block the higher volumes. I remove one star because I think I should have the option if I want more volume. I haven't tested how long these will last on one charge, but my iPhone indicator shows these have plenty of charge left after using them for 2 hours at near max volume. They have a single button to control all functions. Some don't like this feature, but I actually think it's easier to use. All my other headphones I struggle finding the right button. The controls are very simple and I think they are simpler to use. I am hopeful these will last. I have jogged once in the rain with no problem.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 1019282395
My Best Buy number: 1019282395
Mobile Submission: True
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 Microsoft - Sculpt Comfort Wireless Optical Mouse - Black
Microsoft - Sculpt Comfort Wireless Optical Mouse - Black
Microsoft Sculpt Comfort H3S-00003 Wireless Mouse: This ergonomic, right-handed mouse features a scooped thumb design and a 4-way scroll wheel for easy Web browsing. Blue Track technology allows accurate use across a wide range of surface types.
 
Best option for MS Surface Mouse
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: TreyInTX
from Plano TX
on May 22, 2015
I believe this is the best mouse readily available from best buy for the Microsoft surface. Since surface only has a single USB port, a Bluetooth mouse is necessary. Be aware most desktop computers do not have Bluetooth functionality and this will not work. But this is a great option for laptops. This has great tracking on most surfaces - even glass. I've only had lag on white surfaces. I haven't had a cordless mouse in many years and the lack of delay is nice. This is well weighted after a battery is inserted. It is about the size of a traditional course mouse which I prefer. The smaller ones don't fit in the palm. It is ergo designed which is nice but means this won't work for left hand. Battery life varies greatly with usb mice. You will want to compare this. Per Microsoft support, this should have battery life comparable to its travel counterpart which is one of the best of current options. It has a blue touch sensitive pad by the thumb rest. It launches the start menu and I have grown to love this feature.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 1019282395
My Best Buy number: 1019282395
Mobile Submission: True
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 Insignia™ - 4-Port USB 2.0 Hub - Black
Insignia™ - 4-Port USB 2.0 Hub - Black
Expand your PC or Mac connectivity with this Insignia™ NS-PCH5420 USB hub, which interfaces with a single USB 2.0 port to enable connection of up to 4 USB devices. A 5V, 500 mA/port output delivers a rapid charge to compatible devices.
 
Inexpensive solution for add'l Suface usb ports
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: TreyInTX
on May 22, 2015
This worked well with my Microsoft surface to provide sub ports for external use dvd drive and sub mouse connectivity. Although it helps with portability, the short cable causes the entire contraption to dangle in the air. The box is small but I believe there are smaller available options. Works as expected.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
My Best Buy number: 1019282395
My Best Buy number: 1019282395
Mobile Submission: True
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 Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 2015 Release - 2015 - Black
Amazon - Kindle Paperwhite 2015 Release - 2015 - Black
Relax with your favorite books wherever life takes you with this Amazon Kindle Paperwhite B00OQVZDJM, which features a 6" 300 ppi Carta ePaper antiglare touch screen with optimized fonts. The built-in backlight makes it simple to read at night.
 

Why wont my kindle register.

You'll need to contract amazon directly to resolve that.
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 Dell - Inspiron 3459 23.8" Touch-Screen All-In-One - Intel Core i3 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
Dell - Inspiron 3459 23.8" Touch-Screen All-In-One - Intel Core i3 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
Dell Inspiron 3459 I34593275BLK All-in-One Computer: Start enjoying work again with this Dell Inspiron desktop PC. It features a huge touchscreen that lets you control it just like a tablet, yet performance never suffers thanks to the i3 processor and the 8GB of RAM. A large 1TB hard drive in this Dell Inspiron desktop PC gives you all the space you need for your files.
 

The specs show NO HDMI OUTPUT on this computer. What are the benefits of having an HDMI output? I currently connect my laptop to my TV using an HDMI cable to watch MLBTV on a bigger screen--will I be able to do that with THIS computer?

There are converters and cables that convert the signal.
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 Dell - Inspiron 3459 23.8" Touch-Screen All-In-One - Intel Core i3 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
Dell - Inspiron 3459 23.8" Touch-Screen All-In-One - Intel Core i3 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
Dell Inspiron 3459 I34593275BLK All-in-One Computer: Start enjoying work again with this Dell Inspiron desktop PC. It features a huge touchscreen that lets you control it just like a tablet, yet performance never suffers thanks to the i3 processor and the 8GB of RAM. A large 1TB hard drive in this Dell Inspiron desktop PC gives you all the space you need for your files.
 

can u upgrade the memory ram from 8gb to 16gb?

Yes
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 Dell - Inspiron 3459 23.8" Touch-Screen All-In-One - Intel Core i3 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
Dell - Inspiron 3459 23.8" Touch-Screen All-In-One - Intel Core i3 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
Dell Inspiron 3459 I34593275BLK All-in-One Computer: Start enjoying work again with this Dell Inspiron desktop PC. It features a huge touchscreen that lets you control it just like a tablet, yet performance never suffers thanks to the i3 processor and the 8GB of RAM. A large 1TB hard drive in this Dell Inspiron desktop PC gives you all the space you need for your files.
 

Can you cast your screen to a Smart TV?

I may have misread. If you mean wirelessly you'll likely need the Microsoft adapter sold near the surface tablets or a chrome cast adapter. You could see if your tv has miracast built in. But I think you'll have to buy additional hardware.
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 Dell - Inspiron 3459 23.8" Touch-Screen All-In-One - Intel Core i3 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
Dell - Inspiron 3459 23.8" Touch-Screen All-In-One - Intel Core i3 - 8GB Memory - 1TB Hard Drive - Black
Dell Inspiron 3459 I34593275BLK All-in-One Computer: Start enjoying work again with this Dell Inspiron desktop PC. It features a huge touchscreen that lets you control it just like a tablet, yet performance never suffers thanks to the i3 processor and the 8GB of RAM. A large 1TB hard drive in this Dell Inspiron desktop PC gives you all the space you need for your files.
 

Is it as unstable as it looks? With the stand shown it would seem that the slightest impact will knock the thing over.

You posted the question under a standard tower pc. Not unstable at all but I think your question is under the wrong computer.
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 Dell - XPS Desktop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti - 1TB Hard Drive
Dell - XPS Desktop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti - 1TB Hard Drive
Dell XPS Desktop: Enjoy a customized experience with this Dell XPS tower. The easy-open chassis makes installation of components quick, ensuring the computer keeps up with your needs. A 1TB hard drive and Intel Core processor let you get to work without hesitation, and the optical drive on this Dell XPS tower lets you read and write DVDs and CDs.
 

Can I use the wifi to send wireless video to a monitor?

Yes. I don't know if a tv exists that has the technology buult in. You usually need a powered USB port off back of monitor and video port (like hdmi) available on tv. The technology Microsoft uses is miracast or something like that. Best Buy sells the adapter you plug into the tv - usually near the surface. Chrome cast is another implementation of the technology. Apple works uses airplay (on Apple TV device).
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 Dell - XPS Desktop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti - 1TB Hard Drive
Dell - XPS Desktop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti - 1TB Hard Drive
Dell XPS Desktop: Enjoy a customized experience with this Dell XPS tower. The easy-open chassis makes installation of components quick, ensuring the computer keeps up with your needs. A 1TB hard drive and Intel Core processor let you get to work without hesitation, and the optical drive on this Dell XPS tower lets you read and write DVDs and CDs.
 

Does this desktop require a monitor specifically or could I use a smart tv?

Technically it will work. But monitors and tvs aren't the same so you may have eye strain and such. Things like text won't look as good as on monitors.
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 Dell - XPS Desktop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti - 1TB Hard Drive
Dell - XPS Desktop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti - 1TB Hard Drive
Dell XPS Desktop: Enjoy a customized experience with this Dell XPS tower. The easy-open chassis makes installation of components quick, ensuring the computer keeps up with your needs. A 1TB hard drive and Intel Core processor let you get to work without hesitation, and the optical drive on this Dell XPS tower lets you read and write DVDs and CDs.
 

How much more wold it cost to have 2 drd slots instead of one

Contact Best Buy geek squad. They will quote it.
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 Dell - XPS Desktop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti - 1TB Hard Drive
Dell - XPS Desktop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti - 1TB Hard Drive
Dell XPS Desktop: Enjoy a customized experience with this Dell XPS tower. The easy-open chassis makes installation of components quick, ensuring the computer keeps up with your needs. A 1TB hard drive and Intel Core processor let you get to work without hesitation, and the optical drive on this Dell XPS tower lets you read and write DVDs and CDs.
 

Bought this machine a month ago , having audio distortion problems, have gone through normal troubleshooting process. No luck. What next?

Unsure what "normal troubleshooting" means, but if you traded out speakers with known good pair - or earbuds - anything with the matching jack, it has to be driver or hw related. I'd take it back to bestbuy if that is the case.
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 Dell - XPS Desktop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti - 1TB Hard Drive
Dell - XPS Desktop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti - 1TB Hard Drive
Dell XPS Desktop: Enjoy a customized experience with this Dell XPS tower. The easy-open chassis makes installation of components quick, ensuring the computer keeps up with your needs. A 1TB hard drive and Intel Core processor let you get to work without hesitation, and the optical drive on this Dell XPS tower lets you read and write DVDs and CDs.
 

I just bought this and used it a few times. I noticed that the fan on the side of the power supply hardly spins, is this supposed to happen, or is it supposed to spin all the time? Thanks.

It spins dependent on internal temperature. You can get software similar to Cpuid hw monitor to see the temperature and get an idea when the fan is triggered. If the temp is keeps rising and the fan isn't engaging, you have an issue.
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