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- First ReviewJuly 20, 2018
- Last ReviewAugust 9, 2024
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- First Review CommentJanuary 12, 2020
- Last Review CommentJune 30, 2024
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- First QuestionDecember 28, 2019
- Last QuestionJanuary 14, 2024
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Dell - Inspiron 15.6" 4K Ultra HD Laptop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 - 1TB HDD + 512GB SSD - Matte Black
Answer your need for speed with this Dell Inspiron gaming laptop, which features Intel Core i7 processing for blazing-fast response. Next-level Nvidia GeForce GTX graphics keep up with the action without rips or stutters, while the dual fans and cooling vents eliminate overheating. Featuring Windows 10 for fast startups, this Dell Inspiron gaming laptop boasts 16GB of system memory for efficient multitasking.
Superb-A-Mundo!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: SSSS
on April 19, 2020
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Fast? Yup!
Reliable? Yup!
Worth it? Yup!
Reliable? Yup!
Worth it? Yup!
So then...Is this highly recommended? Yup!
Look, it's a laptop and it does everything a laptop does with excellent speed and reliability. You could ask for more but you probably don't need more. Trust me...I know what I'm doin' when I'm reviewin'.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 714
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That Thing You Do! [Blu-ray] [1996]
An excellent film on a look at the early 60s.
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: SSSS
on March 15, 2020
The Music. It's about what it was like for America when the so-called age of innocence was reaching twilight. The Music was fantastic and this film catches a glimpse of what that was like. What passes for music today is cRap. There. I said it because it needs saying.
Not everything about the 60s was great but the early Music of the times including the Beach Boys, the Beatles, and so many of the great "Girl Groups" like the Ronettes made music that gave meaning to those years. T
his film captures that time. It is worth the price of admission, whether or not you were there.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Marshall - Stanmore II Voice Wireless Speaker with Amazon Alexa Voice Assistant - Black
Experience a new dimension of music with this Zound Industries smart speaker. The built-in Amazon Alexa feature lets you change songs without lifting a finger. This Zound Industries smart speaker has two 15W amplifiers for powerful, clear sound and a far-field microphone array to recognize commands from across the room.
This thing is Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr....
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: SSSS
on March 13, 2020
Quality
5.0
Value
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
...rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrreat!
It looks are period piece perfect. It's reproduction of music is excellent!
I have paired it (fittingly) with a Crosley Keepsake Deluxe for vinyl listening and it does a fine job! As for digital music?
Amazon Music Unlimited plays superbly as do a whole bunch of other sources. At this very moment I am enjoying Harry Belafonte's joyous singing of "Dance Senora". It sounds wonderful!
This was a purchase I made for me. It's not always about me but when it is I get what I want. I think some of you may want this speaker too.
Trust me. I know what I'm doin' when I'm reviewin'.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 8
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A Walk in the Clouds [DVD] [1995]
*SNIFF* *SNIFF*...
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: SSSS
on March 13, 2020
A love story that like so many before it, is at once predictable and altogether engaging. The two leads are wonderful and the supporting actors and actresses are more than believable in their respective roles.
I have seen this many times on TV and since I no longer watch "TV" (just movies!), I bought this without hesitation.
Highly recommended? Yuppers!
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 10
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The Replacements [Blu-ray] [2000]
Excellente'!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: SSSS
on March 13, 2020
This is an excellent film with fine performances all around. The Blu Ray edition is more than sufficient. I say this having purchased a few 4K versions of older films only to find that the results do NOT justify the added expense of 4K.
I only purchase films I either know I will watch multiple times or at the least hope to. Having already seen this film a few times I knew it was the latter of those two possibilities.
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 10
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Tombstone [Blu-ray] [1993]
A superb film!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: SSSS
on February 14, 2020
This Western is one of the top ten of all time and Val Kilmer's performance is praise worthy beyond the silly Oscars. The Blu Ray is more than up to the film and even were it to come out in a 4K version I would not be interested in trading "up".
Very highly recommended.
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 12
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The James Bond Collection [Blu-ray] [24 Discs]
This one-of-a-kind boxed set includes gorgeous Bond women, nefarious villains and charismatic stars, featuring Sean Connery, George Lazenby, Roger Moore, Timothy Dalton, Pierce Brosnan and Daniel Craig. Experience BOND with this fitting tribute to the most iconic and enduring secret agent in movie history.
Superb picture! Superb sound! Superb Bond!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: SSSS
on January 30, 2020
Bond...James Bond.
James Bond as he was written, NOT PC'd to death.
'Nuff said!
And yes. Highly recommended.
Trust me...I know what I'm doin' when I'm reviewin'.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 10
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Oster - Air Fryer Toaster Oven - Black
Prepare entrees and side dishes with this Oster toaster oven with air fryer. The two-position rack lets you adjust the layout to accommodate different-sized items, and the 22L interior holds family-size portions. This Oster toaster oven with air fryer includes a mesh basket for easy cleanup, and the 60-minute timer alerts you when the cooking process is finished.
200 years ago...
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: SSSS
on January 26, 2020
Quality
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Value
5.0
...This thing would not work! No electricity except for the kind where Benjamin Franklin and his kite were concerned. Having said something ridiculous to get your attention I shall now be serious.
Oster's Air Fryer Toaster Oven (aka the OAFTO) is fantastico! Superb-A-Mundo! Excellente'! Totally bitchin', dude!
It does exactly what it claims to do. Cooks and cooks well. The timer works. The temperature settings in nigh on spot on (checked it myself with a gauge!) and here's something it never claimed that it does well.
Chicken wings? Check!
Steak? Check!
French Fries and Tator Tots? Double check?
Ice Cream? Ummmm...Don't ask. ;-)
Steak? Check!
French Fries and Tator Tots? Double check?
Ice Cream? Ummmm...Don't ask. ;-)
Makes me happy I bought it. Highly recommended? Indeed.
Trust me. I know what I'm doin' when I'm reviewin'.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Length of ownership: 38
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Roku - Ultra 4K Streaming Media Player with JBL Headphones and Enhanced Voice Remote - Black
Watch free or paid content over the Internet in 4K resolution with this Roku Ultra TV streaming player. The dual-band channel supports wireless streaming, while the enhanced voice remote enables hands-free operation and lets you create personal shortcut buttons. This Roku Ultra HD TV streaming player includes JBL headphones to enjoy your content privately and an Ethernet port for a wired connection.
No thank you, Roku!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Customer Rating
1.0
Posted by: SSSS
on January 12, 2020
Value
1.0
Look, I despise being MADE to give out PII (Personally Identifiable Information) and on top of that my credit card # and code for sue but that is exactly what Roku demands for setup of this device.
Not comfortable with doing that at all and so I returned it the next day. To Hades with that.
I think Roku does it so they can get a kickback from service provides by billing them "for you". Again, no thank you, Roku.
So long as this is the way they are playing, I ain't playing. If this doesn't bother you, fine. I imagine it's a good choice although I must admit that I NEVER claim to "love" an inanimate object like this device but here we have people saying they "love it!". Pfffffft! I reserve love for family, friends and maybe pets, but a Roku streaming device? Ridiculous.
I'm taking my credit card and PII and going home to listen to music instead of watching stupid TV.
For the record, this was to be for my wife. I HATE television, LOL! I do NOT recommend this at all.
Trust me...I know what I'm doin' when I"m reviewin'.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Length of ownership: 14
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REVV - Coffee Variety Pack K-Cup Pods (42-Pack)
Brew robust, bold beverages with this REVV Keurig K-Cup Pod dark roast variety pack. Three different blends let you choose the right amount of kick for any time of day, and the 42-count pack makes it easy to keep your kitchen stocked. This REVV Keurig K-Cup Pod dark roast variety pack works with Keurig coffee makers, so you can prepare delicious coffee one cup at a time.
Caffeineated goodness inside a box, inside...
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: SSSS
on January 5, 2020
Quality
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Value
5.0
...a K-Cup.
Family and friends say it tastes great and isn't filling at all. Gets you going in the morning. Or midday. Or whenever.
It's like Christmas in a cup except it's not, LOL!
Recommended-A-Mundo!
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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HP - ENVY x360 2-in-1 13.3" Touchscreen Laptop - Intel Evo Platform - Intel Core i7 - 8GB Memory - 512GB SSD
Bring vibrant visuals to your screen anywhere, anytime with the versatility of a 360 degree hinge, long battery life and simultaneous pen and touch support.
Can the battery be replaced? Is the battery rechargeable via USB? Can the RAM be upgraded? And finally, what is the rating on the NITS for this unit? My 4K gaming laptop is getting the battery replaced now by Best Buy and it is only 2.5 years old.
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The Pioneer GM-DX874 four-channel amplifier will deliver up to 150 watts RMS to each of your front and rear speakers for powerful music. Highly efficient Class D technology keeps this powerful amp running as cool as it looks, and allows for a compact chassis that fits in a lot of out of the way spaces. The frequency response of this amplifier stretches up to 50,000 Hz, for Hi-Res Audio Certified playback. Pioneer uses high-grade electronic parts and gold-plated RCA connections to ensure maximum performance. Speaker-level inputs allow you to install this amp in a factory system with no RCA connections. The amplifier switches its input mode automatically when it detects the high-level signal, eliminating the need to run a turn-on lead to your receiver or fuse box. Built-in high- and low-pass filters let you adjust the sound for your vehicle's interior, whether you're driving speakers or subs.
Does this amplifier make a loud "POP!" when turning the audio system off or on, or does it have relays to prevent this annoying problem. I ask because the last time I put an amp in my truck (albeit years ago), the speakers did just that.
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Upgrade your sound system with this compact Kenwood Marine Motorsports 4-channel amplifier. It delivers 400W total power for crisp, clear tones, and the conformal-coated circuit board keeps out moisture and salt for safe use in both land and water vehicles. This compact Kenwood 4-channel amplifier is easy to install in tight spaces for added versatility.
Does this amplifier make a loud "POP!" when turning the audio system off or on, or does it have relays to prevent this annoying problem. I ask because the last time I put an amp in my truck (albeit years ago), the speakers did just that.
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Boost the sound of vehicle door speakers with this KICKER four-channel amplifier. The variable bass boost lets you easily tune the system as desired, and Fail-safe Integration Technology-PLUS provides clear sounds with its noise rejection. This KICKER four-channel amplifier features high-efficiency heat sinks, preventing overheating during long periods of use.
Does this amplifier make a loud "POP!" when turning the audio system off or on, or does it have relays to prevent this annoying problem. I ask because the last time I put an amp in my truck (albeit years ago), the speakers did just that.
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Apple - iPhone 11 Pro Max 256GB - Midnight Green (Verizon)
Shoot amazing videos and photos with the Ultra Wide, Wide, and Telephoto cameras. Capture your best low-light photos with Night mode. Watch HDR movies and shows on the 6.5-inch Super Retina XDR display – the brightest iPhone display yet.¹ Experience unprecedented performance with A13 Bionic for gaming, augmented reality (AR), and photography. And get all-day battery life² and a new level of water resistance.³ All in the first iPhone powerful enough to be called Pro.
Would anyone care to remark on how Apple CarPlay is compared to Android Auto? I have the latter and it kinda SUCKS as it often doesn't recognize the phone is plugged in or when I speak to it it will turn the radio UP LOUD and not hear me, etc? Thx!
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Apple - iPhone SE (2nd generation) 256GB (Unlocked)
iPhone SE is the most powerful 4.7-inch iPhone ever.¹ Featuring A13 Bionic, the fastest chip in a smartphone, for incredible performance in apps, games, and photography. Portrait mode for studio-quality portraits and six lighting effects. Next-generation Smart HDR for incredible detail across highlights and shadows. Cinematic-quality 4K video. And all the advanced features of iOS. With long battery life² and water resistance,³ it's so much of the iPhone you love, in a not so big size.
Is Apple CarPlay any more reliable that Android Auto? Primary use is as a phone but when in my vehicles I use Android Auto for music and that app seems VERY "buggy", including connection problems out the wazoo! I have just about had it! Thx!
4 years, 5 months ago
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Roku - Ultra 4K Streaming Media Player with JBL Headphones and Enhanced Voice Remote - Black
Watch free or paid content over the Internet in 4K resolution with this Roku Ultra TV streaming player. The dual-band channel supports wireless streaming, while the enhanced voice remote enables hands-free operation and lets you create personal shortcut buttons. This Roku Ultra HD TV streaming player includes JBL headphones to enjoy your content privately and an Ethernet port for a wired connection.
I just bought one today and it goes back tomorrow and all because it DEMANDS that I enter a credit card number and PII, Personally Identifiable Information. Why is this necessary to register and use a Roku or any device for that matter?
4 years, 9 months ago
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Barbasol - Rechargeable Wet/Dry Rotary Electric Shaver with Beard Trimmer - Black/Blue
Manage facial hair with this Barbasol wet and dry digital rotary shaver. The rotary stainless steel blades enable a close shave, while the pop-up trimmer lets you trim and style sideburns. This Barbasol wet and dry digital rotary shaver includes a rechargeable battery for uninterrupted shaving time and an LCD screen to let you know the remaining battery life.
Can it be used while it is plugged in/ charging?
Apparently it does work when plugged in. I tried it yesterday and... "BAZINGA!" it worked fine.
4 years ago
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John Wick: 3 Movie Collection [Includes Digital Copy] [Blu-ray/DVD]
Is this for John wick, chapter 2, and chapter 3: parabellum?
Yup. The first three films in the John Wick series are in this collection.
4 years, 1 month ago
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John Wick: 3 Movie Collection [Includes Digital Copy] [Blu-ray/DVD]
Does anyone know if this box set is formatted for the US. Just got a box set from the UK and it doesn’t work in my DVD player.
This boxed set for all three John Wick films is made for the USA. I know because I gave it to my brother an his most excellent wife and they, like me, live in these United States.
4 years, 1 month ago
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This Sony BDP-S6700 Blu-ray player with 4K upscaling has built-in super Wi-Fi through MIMO. This lets you stream live from online services. Built-in Bluetooth and SongPal Link stream movies and music or connect your devices through HDMI, coaxial output, USB or Ethernet. This Sony Blu-ray player with 4K upscaling also offers child lock and parental controls.
I’m getting an error message stating that the BluRay and 3D BluRay discs I’m using are not compatible. I confirmed that they are Region A so could the issue be they I’m using a regular HDMI cable?
This is not a 3D capable player so it will not work on 3D discs. While there are bandwidth concerns for some 4K cables, I don't think this is a problem with Blu Ray discs. Of course I could be wrong and I have experienced problems with some Blu Ray and standard DVD where the player identifies the disc as unreadable and classifies it as a "CD-ROM". This upsets me no end as these discs worked fine in the past. If you wish to try a cable that is rated higher then you could purchase one meant for 4K data transfer rates (and NO! A fancy cable with really pretty connectors and the like is not needed, just the bandwidth transfer specs are) and see if it works but as this is a Blu Ray player that upscales to a faux 4K, that may not do a thing for you. I hope this helps.
4 years, 2 months ago
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This Sony BDP-S6700 Blu-ray player with 4K upscaling has built-in super Wi-Fi through MIMO. This lets you stream live from online services. Built-in Bluetooth and SongPal Link stream movies and music or connect your devices through HDMI, coaxial output, USB or Ethernet. This Sony Blu-ray player with 4K upscaling also offers child lock and parental controls.
Can I use a regular HDMI cable with this unit?
I don't see why not, so yes! I have heard and bought cables with different ratings but this is a Blu Ray player that can "upscale" (think "Faroudja line doubling") to 4K. My brother reports no problems so far with his and he doesn't have any special cables that I am aware of. And yes, he would tell me. So then. This is a great player and should have no problems working with a standard HDMI cable. I hope this helps!
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Kenwood - 7" - Android Auto/Apple® CarPlay™ - Built-in Bluetooth - In-Dash Digital Media Receiver - Black
Turn your smartphone into an entertainment controller with this Kenwood digital multimedia receiver. USB Rapid Charge devices charge faster than average and, because of Bluetooth phone pairing, you can play audio on two devices at once. The iDatalink Maestro RR on this Kenwood digital multimedia receiver lets you seamlessly interface with satellite radio.Geek Squad® installation is strongly recommended for this product. Please visit your local Best Buy store for details.
Is amazon music icon available or can I only use Amazon music through Bluetooth?
I have Pandora Plus, SiriusXM and Amazon Music Unlimited Ultra HD on my iPhone (and previously on my Android phone) and the icons show up fpr me and I have no problem playing any of those services on my Kenwood unit via CarPlay. It works great!
I hook the phone up to Blootoof and attach the Apple cable to my phone (it is plugged into the Kenwood via a USB-A cable) and BAZINGA! I have access to the aforementioned services via CarPlay.
I hook the phone up to Blootoof and attach the Apple cable to my phone (it is plugged into the Kenwood via a USB-A cable) and BAZINGA! I have access to the aforementioned services via CarPlay.
4 years, 2 months ago
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Kenwood - 7" - Android Auto/Apple® CarPlay™ - Built-in Bluetooth - In-Dash Digital Media Receiver - Black
Turn your smartphone into an entertainment controller with this Kenwood digital multimedia receiver. USB Rapid Charge devices charge faster than average and, because of Bluetooth phone pairing, you can play audio on two devices at once. The iDatalink Maestro RR on this Kenwood digital multimedia receiver lets you seamlessly interface with satellite radio.Geek Squad® installation is strongly recommended for this product. Please visit your local Best Buy store for details.
I already have XM Radio, do I need to buy a new receiver?
You may have to have BB hook up your XM Tuner (if possible) to the unit. If that cannot be done and you want to use that feature you can purchase an XM Tuner from BB and have it connected to the device and then have SiriusXM switch your account over to the new tuner's I.D.
I have this Kenwood in my Mustang and I had them hook the XM roof antenna up with a pigtail to my portable SiriusXM player's cradle (connected to a spare input) and BAZINGA! It works great. I can also use my streaming account via my iPhone if I so choose but out n the middle of the Arizona desert I don't always have a 4G signal to stream music but I always have my SiriusXM satellite signal.
I have this Kenwood in my Mustang and I had them hook the XM roof antenna up with a pigtail to my portable SiriusXM player's cradle (connected to a spare input) and BAZINGA! It works great. I can also use my streaming account via my iPhone if I so choose but out n the middle of the Arizona desert I don't always have a 4G signal to stream music but I always have my SiriusXM satellite signal.
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Kenwood - 7" - Android Auto/Apple® CarPlay™ - Built-in Bluetooth - In-Dash Digital Media Receiver - Black
Turn your smartphone into an entertainment controller with this Kenwood digital multimedia receiver. USB Rapid Charge devices charge faster than average and, because of Bluetooth phone pairing, you can play audio on two devices at once. The iDatalink Maestro RR on this Kenwood digital multimedia receiver lets you seamlessly interface with satellite radio.Geek Squad® installation is strongly recommended for this product. Please visit your local Best Buy store for details.
Will it work with an apple phone
Yup. I bought the new iPhone SE because Android Auto did not work for poop but CarPlay is excellente' !!!! No buyer's remorse here!
Your mileage may vary but for me, this unit is now el fantastico!
Your mileage may vary but for me, this unit is now el fantastico!
4 years, 2 months ago
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Kenwood - 7" - Android Auto/Apple® CarPlay™ - Built-in Bluetooth - In-Dash Digital Media Receiver - Black
Turn your smartphone into an entertainment controller with this Kenwood digital multimedia receiver. USB Rapid Charge devices charge faster than average and, because of Bluetooth phone pairing, you can play audio on two devices at once. The iDatalink Maestro RR on this Kenwood digital multimedia receiver lets you seamlessly interface with satellite radio.Geek Squad® installation is strongly recommended for this product. Please visit your local Best Buy store for details.
Is this radio compatible with an IPhone XR? Also meaning, that I don't want to have to use an USB port to connect my phone. Thanks, any info will be GREATLY appreciated.
This particular unit does not have Bluetooth Android Auto/Apple CarPlay capabilities. you will have to upgrade to a different model, otherwise it works absolutely flawlessly for me with the Blootoof hooked up and the Apple cable pllugged into the USB-A port. Flawlessly.
4 years, 2 months ago
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Kenwood - 7" - Android Auto/Apple® CarPlay™ - Built-in Bluetooth - In-Dash Digital Media Receiver - Black
Turn your smartphone into an entertainment controller with this Kenwood digital multimedia receiver. USB Rapid Charge devices charge faster than average and, because of Bluetooth phone pairing, you can play audio on two devices at once. The iDatalink Maestro RR on this Kenwood digital multimedia receiver lets you seamlessly interface with satellite radio.Geek Squad® installation is strongly recommended for this product. Please visit your local Best Buy store for details.
Will it work with an apple phone
Yes! It works GREAT with my new iPhone SE and I had Android prior to that and Android Auto stunk with the two different phones I tried but CarPlay works flawlessly for me with this Kenwood and I would tell you otherwise. Like Superman said, I never lie.
At last... I am soooooooooooooooooo happy with my stereo now that I have the Applie iPhone SE and CarPlay!
At last... I am soooooooooooooooooo happy with my stereo now that I have the Applie iPhone SE and CarPlay!
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