Duke
 
 
Duke's Stats
 
  • Review Count
    75
  • Helpfulness Votes
    5
  • First Review
    July 27, 2018
  • Last Review
    March 15, 2024
  • Featured Reviews
    0
  • Average Rating
    4.6
 
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  • Question Count
    8
  • Helpfulness Votes
    0
  • First Question
    April 16, 2019
  • Last Question
    December 24, 2022
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  • Answer Count
    19
  • Helpfulness Votes
    1
  • First Answer
    December 2, 2018
  • Last Answer
    March 28, 2024
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Duke's Reviews
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Turn up the flavor and the temperature on your coffee with the Cuisinart 14 Cup Programmable Coffeemaker! Using our cutting edge coffee technology, the 14 Cup Programmable Coffeemaker can give you hotter coffee without sacrificing taste. Choose a regular or bold flavor profile and set the brew-time up to 24 hours ahead so your next cup is ready when you are. The backlit LCD is easy-to-read, a ready tone can be turned on or off, and an indicator light signals when it’s time to decalcify.
 
Great Coffeemaker
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: Duke
on March 15, 2024
Quality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Value
5.0 out of 5
5.0
The best coffee maker that I have owned. Easy to use.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 25
0points
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Crank up your favorite tunes with this Sharp micro shelf system. It's compatible with CD-R, CD-RW, WMA and MP3 formats, and its Bluetooth capability lets you stream music from your Apple or Android device. This five-disk Sharp micro shelf system comes with a remote to make toggling through tracks simple.
 
Not a good unit
Customer Rating
2.0 out of 5
2.0
Posted by: Duke
on February 29, 2024
Quality
2.0 out of 5
2.0
Value
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Ease of Use
4.0 out of 5
4.0
I had this unit for a couple years and all was fine. Then all of a sudden it would go from the AM/FM station to Bluetooth all by itself. It would also turnoff by itself. Contacted Sharp and they could not help. Unplugged and plugged back in. same thing continues. And this happens everyday.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Mobile Submission: False
0points
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Meet the Ninja Double Oven, the countertop oven that unlocks the power of two ovens in the counter space of one. Only Ninja has the FlexDoor that creates 2 separate ovens so you can cook 2 meals, 2 ways at different temperatures and cooking times. Use just the Top Rapid Oven for quick snacks, sides, and sheet pan meals—or the Bottom Convection & Air Fry Oven for larger roasts, bakes, or air frying up to 6 lbs of wings. You can also sync both independent ovens to cook a full course meal that finishes cooking at the same time with Smart Finish technology. While your meal cooks, FlavorSeal technology prevents flavor crossover between ovens. The Smart Cook System precisely monitors temperatures with the leave-in thermometer, so you don't have to. Two oven cavities in one eliminate back-to-back cooking for 65% faster meal-making than your traditional oven so you can put your wall oven out of business. Plus, this countertop dual oven features 12 cooking functions for the ultimate versatility.
 
Great multi-purpose oven
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: Duke
on February 2, 2024
Quality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Ease of Use
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Value
5.0 out of 5
5.0
This unit is just what I needed. Preheats fast and cooks food very quickly and perfectly.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 21
0points
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Keep informed about dangerous weather conditions with this Midland deluxe NOAA weather radio. SAME technology lets you connect to your county's emergency alert system, while access to 25 different counties and provinces makes it easy to stay on top of severe conditions in nearby areas. An integrated USB port charges portable devices, and a battery backup ensures continuous operation. With color-coded alert indicators, this Midland deluxe NOAA weather radio provides essential safety information.
 
pretty good emergency radio
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: Duke
on September 15, 2023
Quality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Value
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Ease of Use
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Pretty good emergency radio. A couple of the selections are confusing but otherwise a good buy.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 23
0points
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Watch live TV when you want, where you want for less than the cost of cable. With 100+ top channels to choose from, stream all the sports, shows, movies, and news you love to watch from your TV, computer, and other devices. Plus, stream on the go or at home on as many devices as you want, and record your favorites with 1,000 hours of cloud DVR, all included.
 
Free but not interested
Customer Rating
1.0 out of 5
1.0
Posted by: Duke
on August 18, 2023
Quality
1.0 out of 5
1.0
Value
1.0 out of 5
1.0
Ease of Use
1.0 out of 5
1.0
did not use and no interest in using. an offer from them to new TV buyers.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 30
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
 
Have our installers quickly and professionally connect your 55" class and smaller TV to your video components. We'll also add an Internet-capable TV and video components to an existing wireless network, perform any needed software or firmware updates, and configure up to two smart streaming services like Netflix or Pandora. In addition, we will program the remotes that come with your equipment, configure an existing voice control device for basic TV control commands, ensure that all wires and cables are neatly dressed, and make sure the workspace is clean when we finish. We offer a 90-day limited workmanship warranty on our TV Connect.
 
Great install of my new TV
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: Duke
on August 11, 2023
The installers were excellent, professional and neat. They brought up my new TV and set it up in no time at all. They removed the broke unit and new TV packaging.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
0points
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Roku Select Series 4K TVs are thoughtfully designed to upgrade your entertainment at an incredible value. Enjoy your streaming favorites in brilliant 4K HDR picture that’s optimized for your room lighting with automatic brightness. Catch every word with built-in sound features like auto speech clarity and night mode or enjoy private listening with headphones. Switch to your inputs and watch free live TV right from the home screen, or use the voice remote to find movies, shows, or songs across thousands of channels. And even your deepest couch cushions are no match for the lost remote finder. A smart TV made by Roku? Now that makes sense.
 
Nice Roku TV
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: Duke
on August 11, 2023
Picture Quality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Sound Quality
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Brightness
5.0 out of 5
5.0
A very good Roku TV. Although I downsized by a few inches, the overall quality is up to my standards.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 23
-1point
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 Serta - Fairbanks Bonded Leather Big and Tall Executive Office Chair - Cognac
Serta - Fairbanks Bonded Leather Big and Tall Executive Office Chair - Cognac
Support your body with this Serta big and tall executive office chair. The dual-wheel casters make rolling around your workspace smooth, while the five-star base holds everything securely upright. This Serta big and tall executive office chair has padded armrests to help prevent shoulder fatigue, while the thick cushions provide comfort.
 
Very comfortable chair
Customer Rating
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Posted by: Duke
on June 24, 2023
Quality
4.0 out of 5
4.0
Value
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Ease of Use
4.0 out of 5
4.0
I bought this chair to replace one I had for 10 years. A bit of a challenge to attach the arms to the seat back but I prevailed. Chair with packaging weighs over 50 lbs. so I chose to have delivered. Chair is very comfortable and glides easily. Instructions for putting together could have been placed on top of inside contents.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 4
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
 
 APC - SurgeArrest 11-Outlet PDU - Black
APC - SurgeArrest 11-Outlet PDU - Black
Professional-grade Electrical Surge Protection for Computers and Electronics.The APC SurgeArrest Home/Office series provides a high level of protection for your computers, electronics and connected devices, as well as providing surge protection for your phone lines and on selected models - coax cables. Its state of the art circuitry offers excellent protection for sensitive electronic equipment against large electric surges and multiple surge events. Additional features like plentiful outlets, eight foot power cord, phone line splitter, status indicator LEDs, cord management and more make this one of our most complete electric surge offerings - our lifetime Equipment Protection Policy guarantees it.
 
Very good surge protector
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: Duke
on June 24, 2023
Quality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Value
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0 out of 5
5.0
I needed an extra surge protector, and this fit the bill. Great price and a great fit.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 27
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
 
The HP Smart Tank 5101 is a smart, connected and refillable supertank printer that makes printing seamless for the whole family with its cartridge-free, high capacity and wireless connectivity. Create everyday color documents at a low cost with up to 2 years of Original HP Ink included in the box.
 
A good printer
Customer Rating
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Posted by: Duke
on June 16, 2023
Quality
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Value
5.0 out of 5
5.0
Ease of Use
3.0 out of 5
3.0
This is a replacement for an older printer. The only drawback is a lack of how exactly to use. example would be what steps to take to print or scan.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Verified Purchaser:Yes
Mobile Submission: False
Length of ownership: 10
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
 
Duke's Questions
 
 HP - Envy 17.3" Laptop - Intel Core i7 - 12GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Natural Silver
HP - Envy 17.3" Laptop - Intel Core i7 - 12GB Memory - 512GB SSD - Natural Silver
Create seamlessly: Quickly transfer any file almost any device to your PC without cables, clouds, thumb drives, or hassle with HP QuickDrop. While Duet for HP opens up your workspace and workflow by connecting your tablet, phone, or another PC as a second display. Your ideas deserve the best: With all the power and tools you need to realize your most creative ideas. With the 17.3-inch color calibrated display, you get accurate, brilliant colors. It has the latest Intel processor so it can handle what you throw at it. Show your best self: When you go live, you want to look your best. So turn it on for the 5MP camera with Auto Frame, and AI noise reduction. It also features a physical camera shutter for privacy, because when you’re on, you’re on, and when you’re not, you’re not. Because little things make a big difference: Containing ocean-bound plastic, recycled aluminum and EPEAT Gold and ENERGY STAR ratings, make a difference, along with a great choice.
 

Since I bought my Envy, I noticed that the speaker is raspy. Can this be corrected and if so how?

1 year, 5 months ago
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Duke
 
One convenient 12-month automatically renewing subscription for 1 person. Microsoft 365 Personal comes with premium Office apps, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and more. Receive 1TB of OneDrive cloud storage for 1 person which allows you to access, edit, and share your files and photos across all your devices - all while knowing your information is always backed up and protected. Automatically renewing Microsoft 365 Personal subscription will renew each year for $69.99 (or then-current price) unless canceled before yearly renewal date by calling 1-888-BestBuy.
 

Should Office 2016 be uninstalled before installing Microsoft 365? Will my current Word, Excel etc. files be affected?

2 years, 2 months ago
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Duke
 
 HP - 15.6" Laptop Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD
HP - 15.6" Laptop Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - 256GB SSD
Take it anywhere. See more. With its thin and light design, 6.5 mm micro-edge bezel display, and 82% screen to body ratio(40) – take this PC anywhere and see and do more. Reliable performance for every day: Powerful enough for your busiest days, this PC features an Intel processor and a solid state drive for speedy boot-up and snappier overall experience. Secured, seamless log in. All day long. With a long battery life and fast-charge technology, this laptop lets you work, watch, and stay connected all day. Integrated precision touchpad with multi-touch support speeds up both navigation and productivity, and fingerprint reader gives you a seamless, secure login.
 

Greetings, Bought for a friend. How do I change my name to theirs as administrator? Thanks in advance.

2 years, 8 months ago
by
Posted by: 
Duke
 
 Microsoft - Office Home & Student 2019 (1 Device) [Digital] - Mac OS, Windows [Digital]
Microsoft - Office Home & Student 2019 (1 Device) [Digital] - Mac OS, Windows [Digital]
The essentials to get it all done. Office Home & Student is for students and families who want classic Office apps including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for Windows 10. A one-time purchase installed on one Windows 10 PC or Mac for use at home or school.
 

I am buying a new PC as a gift for someone and want to buy and install Office 2019 on that PC. How can I do this?

2 years, 9 months ago
by
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Duke
 
 Amazon - Fire TV Stick 4K with Alexa Voice Remote, Streaming Media Player - Black
Amazon - Fire TV Stick 4K with Alexa Voice Remote, Streaming Media Player - Black
With more power, a lightning-fast processor, support for 802.11 ac Wi-Fi, and a new antenna design, Fire TV Stick 4K allows you to enjoy a more complete 4K Ultra HD streaming experience. Launch and control all your favorite movies and TV shows with the next-gen Alexa Voice Remote. New power, volume, and mute buttons let you control your TV, sound bar, and receiver.
 

I have a Hisense ROKU TV and as of the 31 Jan they will no longer carry one of my subscription shows. Will the Fire TV Stick work with my ROKU TV?

4 years, 4 months ago
by
Posted by: 
Duke
 
Crank up your favorite tunes with this Sharp micro shelf system. It's compatible with CD-R, CD-RW, WMA and MP3 formats, and its Bluetooth capability lets you stream music from your Apple or Android device. This five-disk Sharp micro shelf system comes with a remote to make toggling through tracks simple.
 

I have a USB stick that has MP3 songs on it. When I plug the stick into the USB port the display says 'No Data'. Does the USB stick need to have an MP3 player app installed on it? Have tried with 3 different USB sticks of different makes and sizes.

4 years, 7 months ago
by
Posted by: 
Duke
 
Step up to high-speed USB 3.0 and transfer your videos, photos and files up to ten times faster than standard USB 2.0 drives. SanDisk Ultra® USB 3.0 Flash Drive takes the wait out of moving, sharing or backing up big files—now you can transfer a full-length movie from your laptop to your flash drive in less than a minute. Password protection lets you keep your private files private, while still being able to share generously with family and friends. And, with a sleek, sturdy SanDisk Ultra USB 3.0 Flash Drive in your pocket, you won’t need an internet connection to access those photos and videos any place or any time you want. For more than 25 years, SanDisk has been known for quality and reliability all around the world.
 

My USB is not recognized in my new Sharp Shelf stereo system or my newer Toyota. However can play the MP3 songs thru my different PCs. Do I need an MP3 player app installed on my USB drive in order for my songs to be played?

4 years, 7 months ago
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Posted by: 
Duke
 
 WD - Easystore 2TB USB 3.0 External Portable Hard Drive - Black
WD - Easystore 2TB USB 3.0 External Portable Hard Drive - Black
Only at Best BuyHelp preserve your memories when you're on the go with the easystore External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive with plug-and-play USB connectivity and WD Backup software. The backup software allows scheduling of regular automatic file transfers, and WD Discovery software makes it convenient to manage drive settings, including formatting and LED control. USB 3.0 connectivity, offers fast transfer speeds.
 

Will this USB hard drive work with a Tablo Over The Air TV antenna DVR system? If not then what would? The Tablo system requires a USB external hard drive (up to 8 TB) for storage of TV programs for later playback. Thanks, The Duke

5 years, 1 month ago
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Duke
 
Duke's Answers
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Keep informed about dangerous weather conditions with this Midland deluxe NOAA weather radio. SAME technology lets you connect to your county's emergency alert system, while access to 25 different counties and provinces makes it easy to stay on top of severe conditions in nearby areas. An integrated USB port charges portable devices, and a battery backup ensures continuous operation. With color-coded alert indicators, this Midland deluxe NOAA weather radio provides essential safety information.
 

Can you dim the screen at night?

Not that I am aware of. Unless it is a hidden feature.
2 months, 2 weeks ago
by
Posted by: 
Duke
 
Keep informed about dangerous weather conditions with this Midland deluxe NOAA weather radio. SAME technology lets you connect to your county's emergency alert system, while access to 25 different counties and provinces makes it easy to stay on top of severe conditions in nearby areas. An integrated USB port charges portable devices, and a battery backup ensures continuous operation. With color-coded alert indicators, this Midland deluxe NOAA weather radio provides essential safety information.
 

does this radio have a wake up alarm feature

according to the user manual - yes.
2 months, 3 weeks ago
by
Posted by: 
Duke
 
Crank up your favorite tunes with this Sharp micro shelf system. It's compatible with CD-R, CD-RW, WMA and MP3 formats, and its Bluetooth capability lets you stream music from your Apple or Android device. This five-disk Sharp micro shelf system comes with a remote to make toggling through tracks simple.
 

Whether in CD mode or radio mode, my unit will periodically and randomly shift to Bluetooth and then shut down. This happens a few times a day. How can this be fixed?

I have the same issues. Today so far it has turned off twice. I asked Sharp about this and no answer provided to solve issue.
3 months, 1 week ago
by
Posted by: 
Duke
 
Meet the Ninja Double Oven, the countertop oven that unlocks the power of two ovens in the counter space of one. Only Ninja has the FlexDoor that creates 2 separate ovens so you can cook 2 meals, 2 ways at different temperatures and cooking times. Use just the Top Rapid Oven for quick snacks, sides, and sheet pan meals—or the Bottom Convection & Air Fry Oven for larger roasts, bakes, or air frying up to 6 lbs of wings. You can also sync both independent ovens to cook a full course meal that finishes cooking at the same time with Smart Finish technology. While your meal cooks, FlavorSeal technology prevents flavor crossover between ovens. The Smart Cook System precisely monitors temperatures with the leave-in thermometer, so you don't have to. Two oven cavities in one eliminate back-to-back cooking for 65% faster meal-making than your traditional oven so you can put your wall oven out of business. Plus, this countertop dual oven features 12 cooking functions for the ultimate versatility.
 

Can I place a tv dinner in the bottom oven?

not unless you want it to catch fire. send an email to Ninja for specific cooking instructions.
4 months, 2 weeks ago
by
Posted by: 
Duke
 
Keep informed about dangerous weather conditions with this Midland deluxe NOAA weather radio. SAME technology lets you connect to your county's emergency alert system, while access to 25 different counties and provinces makes it easy to stay on top of severe conditions in nearby areas. An integrated USB port charges portable devices, and a battery backup ensures continuous operation. With color-coded alert indicators, this Midland deluxe NOAA weather radio provides essential safety information.
 

how loud is the alarm

nice and loud
7 months ago
by
Posted by: 
Duke
 
Roku Select Series 4K TVs are thoughtfully designed to upgrade your entertainment at an incredible value. Enjoy your streaming favorites in brilliant 4K HDR picture that’s optimized for your room lighting with automatic brightness. Catch every word with built-in sound features like auto speech clarity and night mode or enjoy private listening with headphones. Switch to your inputs and watch free live TV right from the home screen, or use the voice remote to find movies, shows, or songs across thousands of channels. And even your deepest couch cushions are no match for the lost remote finder. A smart TV made by Roku? Now that makes sense.
 

Can this be used as a 'dumb' TV (antenna and plugged-in devices only, no streaming services) in a location without internet access, or is there mandatory registration / internet access during setup that would prevent it operating as a 'dumb' TV?

This would be better answered by a Roku or BB rep.

sorry
10 months ago
by
Posted by: 
Duke
 
Roku Select Series 4K TVs are thoughtfully designed to upgrade your entertainment at an incredible value. Enjoy your streaming favorites in brilliant 4K HDR picture that’s optimized for your room lighting with automatic brightness. Catch every word with built-in sound features like auto speech clarity and night mode or enjoy private listening with headphones. Switch to your inputs and watch free live TV right from the home screen, or use the voice remote to find movies, shows, or songs across thousands of channels. And even your deepest couch cushions are no match for the lost remote finder. A smart TV made by Roku? Now that makes sense.
 

Does this model have a sleep timer?

Yes, it has a sleep timer. Or you could watch most all programs from the UK.
10 months ago
by
Posted by: 
Duke
 
Enjoy free nationwide calls with Ooma home phone service, rated the top phone service by Consumer Reports. You only pay monthly taxes and fees. Ooma Telo Air uses VoIP technology to deliver service through a Wi-Fi connection. Connect wirelessly to Telo Air, place it anywhere in your home, and get all the features of a traditional landline, such as caller ID, call waiting, robocall blocking, and access to 911 services. Use your own phone or the included cordless handsets to complete your home phone system. The Ooma HD3 handsets have a 2" color screen and allow you to sync your contacts from other applications. Take your home phone anywhere by using the Ooma mobile app.
 

Is a phone jack needed for this phone?

Only 2 cables - one is the power cord and the other is an ethernet cable that runs from the back of the Ooma base station to your internet modem/router.
The handsets are wireless except for the power cords.
1 year ago
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Duke
 
 Logitech - K750 Full-size Wireless Scissor Solar Keyboard for Mac - White/Silver
Logitech - K750 Full-size Wireless Scissor Solar Keyboard for Mac - White/Silver
Featuring Internet and multimedia keys, this Logitech K750 920-003677 wireless keyboard makes it quick and easy to access your Mac's frequently used functions. The solar-powered design ensures reliable use in most locations with ample lighting.
 

Does this keyboard have to be hooked up with a usb or is it able to pair without?

According to the user guide nothing is mentioned about pairing. If you look at the guide, there is a link to go to so that you can send them an inquiry. I found their response time is pretty good.
2 years, 1 month ago
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Duke
 
 Best Buy Totaltech™ Yearly Membership
Best Buy Totaltech™ Yearly Membership
Best Buy Totaltech™ is the membership you and your tech deserve: around-the-clock tech support, up to 24 months of product protection with active membership,¹ free delivery and standard installation,² plus so much more. It’s the plan you need to protect the tech you love.
 

Will the tech team or geek squad come out to the house for computer installation and repairs?

Best for you to contact your local BB and see what they offer.
2 years, 2 months ago
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Duke