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With TurboWrite technology, this Samsung 850 EVO MZ-75E500B 500GB internal SATA hard drive allows you to quickly update files. The 32-layer 3D VNAND flash memory ensures reliable performance, and AES 256-bit encryption keeps your data private.
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5
Good product, good (sale) price
on October 21, 2016
Posted by: bobkn
Verified Purchase:Yes
Got it at a retail store as a price match from a Best Buy online sale.
Really sped up the laptop as compared to the spinner drive it replaced.
My Best Buy number: 0753240500
My Best Buy number: 0753240500
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![Ghostbusters II [Includes Digital Copy] [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray] [1989]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/5122/5122444_sa.jpg)
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3
a sequel, also not especially great for UHD/HDR
on September 16, 2016
Posted by: bobkn
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The main thing that this adds to the original Ghost Busters is Peter MacNicol, who (IMO) is a real plus.
Like the original it didn't benefit very much from the UHD/HDR treatment.
Not as much of an "instant classic" as the original, but watch it anyway.
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![Ghostbusters [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray] [1984]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/5122/5122448_sa.jpg)
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3
not a great demo of UHD/HDR capabilities
on September 16, 2016
Posted by: bobkn
Verified Purchase:Yes
It's a fun film, and has aged better than I have. I have speculated for more than 30 years about which lines in the movie were ad libs.
I can't say that it's worthwhile getting the UHD version over the regular BD. It may not be worth buying at all. However, everyone should see it at least once.
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Take a variety of digital files with you on the go with this SanDisk Cruzer SDCZ60-008G-A46 USB 2.0 flash drive, which offers an 8GB capacity for ample storage space. The USB connector retracts to help protect it from damage, helping to keep your data safe.
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3
adequate performance, physically robust
on September 16, 2016
Posted by: bobkn
Verified Purchase:Yes
8 GB flash drives are now basically what they used to call jelly beans (cheap commodity items).
I got a few of these for stand-alone MS Windows OS installs/upgrades. These aren't fast drives (they're USB 2), but more than up to the task. Greatly superior to a DVD for the purpose.
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Samsung - 49" Class - (48.5" Diag.) - LED - 2160p - Smart - 4K Ultra HD TV - with High Dynamic Range
Immerse yourself in brilliant colors and stunning graphics with this Samsung LED 4K TV. Its 240Hz motion rate ensures smooth flowing content, regardless of what show you're watching. Browse through an assortment of apps and watch your favorite TV shows with the help of this Wi-Fi-enabled Samsung LED 4K TV.
Customer Rating
4
the real deal: UHD, HDR, WCG
on September 16, 2016
Posted by: bobkn
Verified Purchase:Yes
I go this to replace a Hisense 50H8C, which promised UHD and HDR. It turned out to not support HDR on the HDMI inputs. (Firmware to fix that is promised, but not available as of 9-16-2106.)
This set does it all, including HDR Premium peak brightness (> 1000 nits). An LG OLED might be superior (no blooming, better off-axis viewing), but at twice the price.
Don't buy this if you need analog video inputs. It has none. (Not an issue for me.)
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![Ender's Game [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray] [Includes Digital Copy] [2 Discs] [2013]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/4881/4881704_sa.jpg)
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3
Good adaptation of an over-rated SF novel
on September 9, 2016
Posted by: bobkn
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I pretty much gave up on Orson Scott Card years ago. He generally put at least one major item in each novel that strikes some readers (or me, at least) as absurd.
Spolier:
Here, it is that no one before the main character (Ender) thought to use Earth's super weapon against the alien home world. Ridiculous.
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![Star Trek Into Darkness [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray] [Includes Digital Copy] [2013]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/5260/5260909_sa.jpg)
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The opening sequence is much better in HDR than on the standard Blu Ray. Worth the price of admission.
Unfortunately, I mistakenly posted this for the original (reboot of) Star Trek. BB doesn't allow editing of submitted reviews.
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![Star Trek [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray] [Includes Digital Copy] [2009]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/5260/5260907_sa.jpg)
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The opening sequence looks much better in UHD/HDR than on the standard Blu Ray disc. It's a good illustration of the capabilities of the new UHD disks.
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Connect up to 10 Wi-Fi devices for simple Web access on the go with this Franklin Wireless R850 FRKR850ABB hotspot, which provides 4G LTE speeds. Use the OLED display to track data usage in real time.
I have AT&T, can it work with it? And can I get it without a Prepaid card?
It's locked to Boost/Sprint.
I suppose that if you were knowledgeable enough to hack it (SIM card?), you wouldn't be asking. I know nothing about that sort of thing, myself.
It is sold without a prepaid card. You have to sign up for some sort of Boost service to activate it. (One plan from Boost: $50 for 10GB or 1 month, whichever expires first. No rollover of any unused data left over at the end of the month.)
If you're an AT&T customer, do you have a 4g smart phone? Is it enabled to function as a WiFi hotspot? Data through a regular cell subscription ought to be less expensive than a prepaid service.
I suppose that if you were knowledgeable enough to hack it (SIM card?), you wouldn't be asking. I know nothing about that sort of thing, myself.
It is sold without a prepaid card. You have to sign up for some sort of Boost service to activate it. (One plan from Boost: $50 for 10GB or 1 month, whichever expires first. No rollover of any unused data left over at the end of the month.)
If you're an AT&T customer, do you have a 4g smart phone? Is it enabled to function as a WiFi hotspot? Data through a regular cell subscription ought to be less expensive than a prepaid service.
6 years, 7 months ago
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Connect up to 10 Wi-Fi devices for simple Web access on the go with this Franklin Wireless R850 FRKR850ABB hotspot, which provides 4G LTE speeds. Use the OLED display to track data usage in real time.
Just bought an iPhone 7 plus from best buy and I want to take it over to boost mobile. Can I do this or do I need to get it unlocked?
Why was this asked with respect to a Franklin R850?
You could use the WiFi connection of the iPhone through the R850, but doubt that it would make sense. The service is intended to provide internet service through the Sprint 4g phone network, and it's pretty expensive compared to wired internet. ($50 for 10gb, for one month.)
You could use the WiFi connection of the iPhone through the R850, but doubt that it would make sense. The service is intended to provide internet service through the Sprint 4g phone network, and it's pretty expensive compared to wired internet. ($50 for 10gb, for one month.)
6 years, 8 months ago
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This RCA RCRPS02GR universal remote can control up to 2 devices simultaneously and features a backlit keypad for simple visibility in dimly lit conditions. Oversize keys enable easy identification.
Will this work for a sony tv?
I'm using it with a Toshiba TV and a Spectrum (Time Warner) cable box. I haven't used it with a Sony TV, but there are programming codes for Sony. (Plus a means of programming it without entering a code.) Sony TVs are much more popular than Toshiba; I doubt very much that there would be a problem.
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