BillFromKCMO
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- First ReviewAugust 15, 2018
- Last ReviewDecember 13, 2023
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- Average Rating4.5
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- First Review CommentJuly 15, 2019
- Last Review CommentJune 4, 2021
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The Award-winning Hisense U8 Series Mini-LED TV just got even better. With Peak Brightness 1500 and more than double the local dimming zones as last year, along with Quantum Dot Color, Dolby Vision HDR, and Low Reflecton panel technology, the U8 delivers unmatched brightness, contrast and detail. And, with Dolby Atmos and an upgraded 50w 2.1.2 multi-channel audio system, the U8 creates an immersive cinema experience in your home. In additon, the U8 is compatible with the new Wifi 6E router protocol and includes a NEXTGEN TV ATSC 3.0 tuner making the U8 virtually future-proof. With the Google TV OS and Hands-Free Voice Control, searching for and playing all your favorite content is simple and seamless. Just say “Hey Google”. The U8 also got more upgrades for the gaming enthusiast including a 144Hz VRR panel, Dolby Vision Gaming and FreeSync Premium Pro for an enhanced gaming experience. And, be2er also just got bigger with the U8H now available in an 85” screen size.
Best TV in its class.
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: BillFromKCMO
on December 13, 2023
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0
Brightness
5.0
Want a solid TV with great picture performance that beats anything at the same price point, and even some TVs costing hundreds more? Look no further than the Hisense U8K series. The picture is beautiful, no matter the content. Sound is amazing for a modern TV set, rivaling many sound bars you'd likely consider to pair with this TV. Tons of options for everything you'd want to adjust, from fine-tuning the picture with 20-point white balance to the adjusting the sound with a 7-band equalizer and subwoofer that can be tweaked, to all the neat bells and whistles this comes with. It can be the center of your smart home with its integrated screen-off Google Assistant functionality, and it has the option to be controlled by Alexa,
All the important features made the cut here, from HDR and 4k resolution to the Mini-LED full array local dimming backlight to AirPlay, Chromecast, and Miracast, to the majority of your favorite apps being available for streaming. For gamers, the TV supports up to a 144Hz refresh rate, making all of your games silky smooth. Even some features you may not know you'd be interested in are available, like WiSA wireless surround sound and Google TV's camera-based gesture controls (which require a USB webcam, sold separately and works well if you choose to use it). Even something as simple as the ambient light sensor built into the TV works well, bringing the perfect amount of dimming to the picture for the amount of light in your viewing area.
With all the greatness here, there are a few drawbacks. For starters, I'm not a fan of the remote; like a Roku remote, it lacks buttons for direct channel entry. It also requires disposable batteries instead of being rechargeable, and the buttons aren't backlit - two things I think should be standard on a TV in this price class. I also personally think the default brightness settings for all but the Theater and Film Maker modes are too bright. Two HDMI ports are also only capable of HDMI 2.0 (4k/60) while one of the HDMI 2.1 ports is also your eARC port.
But when it comes down to it, the Hisense 65U8K is probably the best TV in its class. I'm extremely happy with my purchase.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 3
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Play over 100 high-quality PC games on Windows 10 for one low monthly price with Xbox Game Pass for PC. Use the Xbox app on PC to download and play games the same day they release like Halo Infinite, plus PC favorites including Age of Empires 4 and Microsoft Flight Simulator. Get exclusive member discounts and deals on select games and game add-ons in the Xbox Game Pass for PC library. With a huge variety of PC games from every genre, and new titles added all the time, there’s something for everyone.
Best way to get PC game pass if they’re on sale
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: BillFromKCMO
on November 26, 2023
When these are on sale, you’ll end up agead on what gamepass would normally cost.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: True
Length of ownership: 34
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When wireless internet isn’t available, connection to a wired network is just a cable away. This 25 ft. Ethernet cable easily connects your computer to a cable/DSL modem or other network devices. Backed by Best Buy, we designed it for durability and efficiency. The cable has 24K gold-plated contacts for reliable signal transmission, and snag-free connectors help prevent clip damage for extra durability. A vibrant blue color helps color-code your cables, making connections a snap. Get the job done right with this Best Buy Essentials BE-PEC6ST25 25' Cat-6 Ethernet Cable.
amazing value
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: BillFromKCMO
on November 1, 2023
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Probably the best value in a cat6 cable this length.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: True
Length of ownership: 15
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When wireless internet isn’t available, connection to a wired network is just a cable away. This 50 ft. Ethernet cable easily connects your computer to a cable/DSL modem or other network devices. Backed by Best Buy, we designed it for durability and efficiency. The cable has 24K gold-plated contacts for reliable signal transmission, and snag-free connectors help prevent clip damage for extra durability. A vibrant blue color helps color-code your cables, making connections a snap. Get the job done right with this Best Buy Essentials BE-PEC6ST50 50' Cat-6 Ethernet Cable.
solid cable and amazing prjce
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: BillFromKCMO
on November 1, 2023
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
You can’t really beat the price if you need a long cat6 cable that you can pick up in-store, even at the chain of dedicated computer stores.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: True
Length of ownership: 15
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Make a smart solution to upgrade your home security to IndoorCam Mini. Never second-guess what you see in clear 2K resolution, and give yourself control with pan and tilt functions to monitor your home’s most vital areas. IndoorCam Mini features On-Device AI Human Detection, a technology that identifies humans in the frame and only sends you the notifications that matter. After returning home, you can turn on Home Privacy Mode, which turns off the camera and rotates it to your preferred privacy angle. Best of all, there’s no monthly fee after your purchase.
Solid camera
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: BillFromKCMO
on November 1, 2023
Quality
5.0
Value
4.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Terrific camera to get a full view of your room. Though it sounds loud in the app while moving, it’s quiet. Only disappointed because it doesn’t include a SD card, but that’s minor.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: True
Length of ownership: 11
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When your smartphone battery dies, you lose the ability to stay connected. Whether it’s social media, your calendar or just the internet, nothing’s worse than a device with a low battery and no way to charge it. The Insignia NS-MCA421C2 4' USB-A to USB-C Charge-and-Sync Cable (2 Pack) lets you power and transfer files from USB-C smartphones, tablets and more. Slim connectors with a textured grip fit into cases, keeping your device protected. With a charcoal-gray braided design, you can count on its durable exterior for everyday use. This long 4 ft. cable keeps you connected to everything that’s important.
Solid cables
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: BillFromKCMO
on October 30, 2023
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
These are working great for both my iPhone 15 Pro Max and CarPlay in the car, and my Scuf controller in wired more at home.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: True
Length of ownership: 13
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LEGO - Star Wars Boba Fett's Starship Microfighter 75344
Give kids a cool introduction to LEGO Star Wars building toys with Boba Fett’s Starship Microfighter (75344) for ages 6 and up. This microscale LEGO brick version of the iconic starship, as seen in the classic Star Wars saga, Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Star Wars: The Book of Boba Fett, features 2 flick shooters for attacking enemy starfighters and adjustable wings for flight and landing. The included LEGO minifigure of Boba Fett, which comes with a blaster and a jetpack accessory element, fits inside the opening cockpit. LEGO Builder app Add an extra dimension to your youngster’s fun, creative experience with the LEGO Builder app, featuring instructions and interactive zoom and rotate viewing tools to help them build with confidence. Galaxy of adventures The LEGO Group has been recreating starships, vehicles, locations and characters from the Star Wars universe since 1999, and there is a huge variety of sets that make super gifts for fans of all ages.
This is the way.
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: BillFromKCMO
on September 8, 2023
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Fun little build for a Lego Star Wars-themed computer case project.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 25
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Powerful. Easy to use. Versatile. The new iPad has a beautiful 10.2-inch Retina display, powerful A13 Bionic chip, an Ultra Wide front camera with Center Stage, and works with Apple Pencil and the Smart Keyboard.¹ iPad lets you do more, more easily. All for an incredible value.
Another solid iPad
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: BillFromKCMO
on August 6, 2023
Battery Life
5.0
Display
5.0
Durability
5.0
It’s another solid generation for the iPad. While the design is dated, it’s super easy to use. Compared to the 7th generation, this is noticeably faster.
Make sure you spring for the 256GB version.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: True
Length of ownership: 24
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PNY - CS900 240GB Internal SSD SATA
Store your files safely on this 240GB PNY solid-state drive. It achieves write speeds of 500MB/sec. and read speeds of 535MB/sec., providing transfer rates faster than traditional hard drives. The lack of moving parts on this PNY solid-state drive reduces its chance of failure.
Good for a Lakka box
Customer Rating
3.0
Posted by: BillFromKCMO
on June 24, 2023
Ease of Use
5.0
Quality
2.0
Value
4.0
Got a fun project PC or device like a Lakka box that you're putting together? This works well as 240 GB will be enough storage for that OS and all of your retro games from the 70s and 80s through the mid-90s.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 326
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Spigen AirFit transforms your AirTag to a card to fit in any crevice, wallet or man purse. Iron out the bulge and keep your eyes on the essentials. We got you.
It puts an AirTag in the wallet or it's lost again
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: BillFromKCMO
on June 24, 2023
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
4.0
Solid way to keep an AirTag in your wallet. Setup is a little awkward as you'll feel like you're about to break this case apart, but once it's together, it's solid.
The carabiner is unnecessary, but handy for those of you who could use one for other things.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 21
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C by GE - A19 Bluetooth Smart LED Light Bulb with Google Assistant/Alexa/HomeKit (4-Pack) - White Only
Create customized illumination for your home with this 4-pack of C by GE smart light bulbs. The free iOS or Android app lets you set automatic on and off schedules, and compatibility with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa supports the voice-activated operation. Control these 9.5W C by GE smart light bulbs individually, or group them together for simultaneous brightness adjustment. The C by GE bulb connects directly to Google Home devices via Bluetooth with no additional hub or bridge required to provide quick and easy setup.
Hello. Are these daylight or soft white bulbs?
Soft white. The color temperature is 2700k.
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C by GE - A19 Bluetooth Smart LED Bulb with Google Assistant/Alexa/HomeKit (2-Pack) - White Only
Brighten your home with this 2-pack of C by GE smart LED light bulbs. The companion app lets you control dimming, setting schedules and creating scenes to suit different moods and purposes. Pair these C by GE smart LED light bulbs with Google Assistant or C by GE Smart Plug and Amazon Alexa to enable voice control. The bulb connects directly to Google Home devices via Bluetooth with no additional hub or bridge required to provide quick and easy setup.
Do these C-smart light bulbs come higher than 60 watts? Some of my rooms need 100 watts or equivalent.
I believe they only come in 60 watt equivalent. I haven't seen any other shape than the standard A-line lightbulb either.
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C by GE - A19 Bluetooth Smart LED Bulb with Google Assistant/Alexa/HomeKit (2-Pack) - White Only
Brighten your home with this 2-pack of C by GE smart LED light bulbs. The companion app lets you control dimming, setting schedules and creating scenes to suit different moods and purposes. Pair these C by GE smart LED light bulbs with Google Assistant or C by GE Smart Plug and Amazon Alexa to enable voice control. The bulb connects directly to Google Home devices via Bluetooth with no additional hub or bridge required to provide quick and easy setup.
Are these bulbs soft white or day white
These bulbs are definitely soft white., 2700k color temperature, and not tunable.
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C by GE - A19 Bluetooth Smart LED Bulb with Google Assistant/Alexa/HomeKit (2-Pack) - White Only
Brighten your home with this 2-pack of C by GE smart LED light bulbs. The companion app lets you control dimming, setting schedules and creating scenes to suit different moods and purposes. Pair these C by GE smart LED light bulbs with Google Assistant or C by GE Smart Plug and Amazon Alexa to enable voice control. The bulb connects directly to Google Home devices via Bluetooth with no additional hub or bridge required to provide quick and easy setup.
a) Will this work with the Smart Life App? I dont have Alexa or similar b) Can this be programed to dim slownly, as a natural sunrise
A) Yes it can, but you'll only be able to control it at home since it's Bluetooth-connected and not WiFi-connected. Also, they only pair with the Google Home directly, not the Echo, so if you were to get a smart speaker in the future and want to control this with it, you'd be limited to Google Home devices.
B) you can set multiple timers to simulate this effect but these don't have a natural sunrise feature through the C app.
B) you can set multiple timers to simulate this effect but these don't have a natural sunrise feature through the C app.
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C by GE - A19 Bluetooth Smart LED Bulb with Google Assistant/Alexa/HomeKit (2-Pack) - White Only
Brighten your home with this 2-pack of C by GE smart LED light bulbs. The companion app lets you control dimming, setting schedules and creating scenes to suit different moods and purposes. Pair these C by GE smart LED light bulbs with Google Assistant or C by GE Smart Plug and Amazon Alexa to enable voice control. The bulb connects directly to Google Home devices via Bluetooth with no additional hub or bridge required to provide quick and easy setup.
Will this lamps work in Europe? I want to buy this with Google assistant as a gift to my friend in Europe and not sure if it will work there.
While an E26-base bulb usually fits in an E27 fixture, these bulbs aren't meant for European power standards (220VAC).
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C by GE - A19 Bluetooth Smart LED Bulb with Google Assistant/Alexa/HomeKit (2-Pack) - White Only
Brighten your home with this 2-pack of C by GE smart LED light bulbs. The companion app lets you control dimming, setting schedules and creating scenes to suit different moods and purposes. Pair these C by GE smart LED light bulbs with Google Assistant or C by GE Smart Plug and Amazon Alexa to enable voice control. The bulb connects directly to Google Home devices via Bluetooth with no additional hub or bridge required to provide quick and easy setup.
Do this bulbs work with 220 V?
No, these are meant for 120 VAC wiring systems (though they'll likely be fine between 90 and 130 VAC).
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Move to digital mobile audio with this Alpine digital media receiver. It has an AM/FM radio with RBDS display for station and program identification, and Android AOA 2.0 and Bluetooth music streaming for personalized sound from your portable device. This Alpine digital media receiver is ready for steering wheel and wireless remote controls.Geek Squad® installation is strongly recommended for this product. Please visit your local Best Buy store for details.
Does this Alpine UTE-73BT work with satellite radio?
If you have an external satellite tuner like an XM Roady, yes. If you have a tuner that's part of your current audio system, then no, as the only thing it can support that would already be on a car is steering wheel audio controls.
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Move to digital mobile audio with this Alpine digital media receiver. It has an AM/FM radio with RBDS display for station and program identification, and Android AOA 2.0 and Bluetooth music streaming for personalized sound from your portable device. This Alpine digital media receiver is ready for steering wheel and wireless remote controls.Geek Squad® installation is strongly recommended for this product. Please visit your local Best Buy store for details.
Is this compatible with Android smart phones? Review says it isnt... but specifications says it is... Need help...
I had mine working with a Digiland DL-8006 tablet just fine, so yes, it works with Android devices.
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HP - 200 Wireless Optical Mouse - Black
Scroll and click your way through your favorite websites with this HP wireless optical mouse. The USB connection makes it easy to add this device to your computer, and a handy wheel lets you scroll vertically or horizontally. With its ergonomic design and ambidextrous setup, this HP wireless mouse is optimized for comfort as you work.
My hp mouse model number is sm2061 I need to replace it it is a wireless mouse what can I replace it with if you don’t have this model number
Mice are generic devices, for the most part. Microsoft, HP, Logitech, etc - doesn't matter what brand it is, functionality is pretty much identical.
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Dynex™ - Apple MFi Certified 3' Lightning-to-USB Charge-and-Sync Cable - Gray
Only at Best BuySync or charge your Apple® iPod®, iPad® or iPhone® with this Dynex™ DX-MA5S 3' Lightning-to-USB cable, which features PVC jacket material to ensure durability.