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The Back-UPS battery backup offers guaranteed power and surge protection for wireless networks, computers, gaming consoles and other electronics in your home or business. Models supply battery backup during outages and unsafe voltage fluctuations, as well as provide protection from damaging surges and spikes. They're available in 'tower' or 'floor' styles, and together with a variety of standard features, they are the perfect choice to protect your data and keep you connected
 
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I LOVE APC!
on September 4, 2018
Posted by: Cipher469
from Spanish Fort, AL
I am a huge APC fan, having used their battery backup products for years. I started long ago with a unit for my computer. Later, as I began to upgrade my TVs to increasingly smarter and more expensive models, I got two more APCs for the TVs and their peripherals. Rarely have I had to depend on them for power for any significant length of time, but when a power outage did occur, they were on the job.
The 600VA is a new, sleeker model than my 3 other operational APCs, making it ideal for backing up my modem/router, which is located in a closet. I had not previously thought of using one on the modem, but as we are in hurricane season with a storm approaching, it might just come in handy. It's advertised as providing up to 4.3 hours of power to a home network. Depending on how many devices you are trying to power, I don't doubt the claim. After fully charging, I tried it out on just one laptop with minimal use and got 6.5 hours before I stopped testing it out.
The 600VA has 7 surge protected outlets, 1 USB port, and 1 data port providing lots of backup opportunities. That said, if the power does go out and you want to maximize battery usage, remember to unplug any devices that aren't critical to you during the outage. Also, it comes with a 5’ cord and a 3 year warranty. In the years that I have used APC, I have had 1 device that finally needed to be replaced (well after the warranty period). Instead of buying a new battery, I simply bought another device, because it didn’t cost that much more than just buying a replacement battery, especially if it was on sale.
I love APC and do recommend the 600VA.
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Experience unreal picture quality with this 27-inch HP 27Q display. The modern, tilted design gives you the best angle to experience its lifelike colors and ultrarealistic Quad HD resolution, and an anti-glare panel lets you work or watch anywhere you want. This HP 27Q display's 2 ms refresh time provides crisp, latency-free media, ideal for multi-monitor setups.
 
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Very nice monitor
on August 21, 2018
Posted by: Cipher469
from Spanish Fort, AL
The 27q is a very nice monitor with an excellent visual display (sharp with great color resolution) right out of the box. Response is fast and viewing from an angle is without distortion. The base has a large footprint; but, on the plus side, it should make the monitor difficult to knock it over. In addition, it is wall mountable, if you prefer that.
While the 27q is definitely a great monitor to have, there are peripheral matters to be aware of. The BB online description says an owner’s manual is enclosed. That is incorrect. The almost non-existent information that comes in the box tells you to go to the HP website for owner’s manual and any assistance needed, including checking for software updates. Unless something changes at a later date, entering the serial and product numbers gets no results…so much for online help! Also, set up required some settings tweaking to get audio to work. Once that’s done, it’s all good.
If I could have taken off half a star, I would have rated 4.5 due to the informational issues. However, because the 27q’s performance is 5 star, I have rounded up instead of down. It’s also reasonably priced.
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Remove body hair efficiently with this all-in-one Philips Norelco Bodygroom body shaver. It comes with an extra-long back attachment for full-body shaving, and its grooming guards come in three sizes for versatile styling. This rechargeable Philips Norelco Bodygroom body shaver is hypoallergenic and has rounded tips for safe, comfortable use.
 
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Works very well
on August 7, 2018
Posted by: Cipher469
from Spanish Fort, AL
Philips Norelco makes many very good grooming products, and the 3500 is another one. It is reasonably priced and is designed to provide a full body (almost) shave wherever you need it. The “almost” qualifier is that it is not for your face or scalp. Philips has other options for that.
The 3500 is design to be used with foam or gel and wet or dry, so use it in the shower if you like. It is sturdy, and body design makes it comfortable to use. One nice feature for those with hairy backs is the enclosed clip-on attachment which extends your reach. For trimming, there are 3 combs for different hair lengths. Importantly, it gives you almost as close a shave as you can get with a razor. Another plus is the up to an hour run time lithium-ion battery, when fully charged. There is a battery status indicator, so no surprises half way through your trimming job.
As a caution, you want to be extra careful working in the more personal areas, as you might get nicked. Also, you may find it works better for you without the guards, but you choose what's best for you.
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Watch classic and modern flicks on this Samsung Blu-ray player. It supports 4K televisions and monitors for enjoying exceptional picture quality, and its HDR technology delivers deeper contrast and improved details. The built-in Bluetooth on this Samsung Blu-ray player lets you watch content on your mobile device while it's playing on another display.
 
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It's Amazing
on July 26, 2018
Posted by: Cipher469
from Spanish Fort, AL
I paired the M9700 with my Samsung SUHD 3D TV using a UHD HDMI cable, and set up was done in less than 5 minutes. This was amazing, because Samsung products, which I like very much, are sometimes a bit more involved than plug and play. Off to a good start, I then loaded Jurassic World on BD and was totally amazed at the quality of both video (True 4K UHD) and audio (Dolby True HD and DTS HD).
With a quick connect to your Wi-Fi, Netflix, Amazon, and other streaming sites are readily available. All you have to do is sign in to be good to go. Also, the M9700 can play CDs, mirror with your Android smartphone’s/tablet’s little screen onto the TV’s big screen, and it provides Bluetooth connection. Using the player’s remote, it turns on the Samsung TV (can’t speak to other brands) at the same time as the player; however, when you use the same remote to turn off the player, it does not turn off the TV….an annoyance, but not enough for me to downgrade the player’s performance.
For the price, I would have expected 3D to have been included, but I knew no 3D going in. Bottom line, the M9700 is a top shelf device providing excellent video and audio output…another Samsung job well done!
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Stream HD audio from your TV to your headphones with this Aluratek Bluetooth 5.0 dual TV transmitter. It has a range up to 300 feet, which is four times the range of Bluetooth 4.2 transmitters, and you can easily connect the device to your TV via aux, RCA or SPDIF. This Aluratek Bluetooth 5.0 dual TV transmitter can handle two headphones at once.
 
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I Love It
on July 5, 2018
Posted by: Cipher469
from Spanish Fort, AL
If you want to watch TV, but your spouse/partner wants to read (or vice versa), so that both of you are happy, this is the device for you! The ABC-53F has a very small footprint next to/under/behind the TV, and there are 3 ways to connect it to the TV. After you determine which method you want to use, simply follow the graphic to make the TV connection. Then, follow the simple Bluetooth pairing steps; and you are good to go. It can all be done in minutes!
Gotta love it!
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Add lighting control to your smart home platform with this Sengled bulb three-pack plus hub. The hub controls up to 64 smart bulbs, turning them on or off and dimming them in response to app or voice assistant commands and programs. This Sengled bulb three-pack plus hub includes classic A19-style bulbs for compatibility with most home fixtures.
 
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Did not work for me!
on June 25, 2018
Posted by: Cipher469
from Spanish Fort, AL
I have some other smart bulbs that work very well, so I was interested in the Sengled product, as the package offered seem as if it would be a good one to try out. Even though it requires a hub, and my others don’t. Also, information provided said these bulbs could be used with Amazon Echo without the hub.
When I tried to connect the hub to my home network (AT&T U-Verse router/modem), very carefully following the instructions provided, it failed. I tried it several more times with no success. So, I tried to connect them to my Echo via the Sengled app. That was unsuccessful. The next day, I again tried several times to connect the hub. No success! Next, I called Sengled tech support for assistance and was quickly connected with a tech rep, who was excellent in communication skills and product knowledge. We spent over a half hour trying various things in an attempt to make a connection. Nothing worked! Finally, she suggested I contact AT&T to see if they could assist me. I don’t fault the tech rep at all, but the product simply doesn’t work with my network for some reason. As an aside, I have no issues with any other devices I have previously installed. Also, she advised the bulbs don’t work with Echo without the hub. If they did, I would have been happy with that.
The bottom line is the Singled product is a zero for me. I have rated 2 stars, because the tech rep was 5 star. It’s not her fault the product doesn’t work with my network for some unknown reason.
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Share prints of your smartphone snaps with this compact Canon mini photo printer. It wirelessly connects to a smartphone app that lets you add frames, emojis and text to your pictures before you print them. This Canon mini photo printer uses special ink-free photo paper to produce clear, smudge-free images.
 
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It's Fun!
on June 4, 2018
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from Spanish Fort, AL
The Canon Ivy is a mini-printer that produces almost instant mini-photos. It’s one of the coolest devices that I have seen in a while.
The Ivy comes with a short USB cable for charging the lithium-ion battery. (Note: Printer can operate while charging.) Once charged, its small size makes it easily portable so you can print anywhere on the spot. Also, included is a 10 pack of print paper with a mysterious blue card…don’t toss it out! Follow the instructions on the card or those in the app regarding the card. Importantly, you will need to download the app (either Android or Apple) before you are ready to print. Connect with your phone/tablet via Bluetooth, and you are good to go.
For a test run, I used the app to select a photo from my phone. It very quickly and quietly produced an excellent photo. (Note: For your first time print, don’t panic when the blue card comes out. It comes out first, because it’s done its job. The photo quickly follows. For the rest of the pack, it’ll only be the photo.) Photos are small (2”x3”), so the Ivy is not for heavy lifting; it’s for fun. One example: picture yourself at a gathering of friends, family, or whatever. You could take souvenir pictures to share, print them off, and give them away on the spot. In addition, the app provides several options for your photo (add text, emojis, etc.). Paper packs are available in 20, and 50 packs (Note: Only 10 sheets can be loaded at the time.), for an average cost per pic is about $0.50.
I am a long time user of Canon printers, and they consistently produce excellent photos, so I was excited about the possibilities of the Ivy for more fun with pics. The first time I tried it, I loved it! Yes, if you want to have fun with photos, customize them, and print on the spot, the Ivy is not going to disappoint you.
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Clean your home with voice command or app-based programs by using this Samsung robot vacuum. Its digital camera and nine sensors let it find its way around, avoiding obstacles and mapping the most efficient path through your home. Wi-Fi connects this powerful Samsung robot vacuum to your smart home systems.
 
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A Worthy Bot
on May 28, 2018
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from Spanish Fort, AL
The R7065 with its new design and added features joins an excellent family of Samsung robotic vacuums. I have owned a Samsung bot vac (R980020) for almost two years and have been very happy with it. My downstairs flooring is all wood, and that is where it is used exclusively. I was interested it the new R7065 for my upstairs which is carpeted, except for wood in the bathrooms.
Getting started is easy. Take it out of the box, let it charge, press start on either the vac or the remote, and it’ll back out of the dock and start running the default pattern. There are a couple of other ways to control the operation, and I mention them a bit later.
One of the nice features of the R7065 is the straight line front and the squared corners. This design allows better cleaning along baseboards and in corners, a problem with rounded fronts. In addition, the R7065 has updated mapping skills, allowing it to learn your layout pretty quickly. It’s updated sensing of furniture, walls, etc. is also very good.
The height of the vac is such that it can more easily get under beds or furniture than some of its predecessors. If you have an adjustable bed, given the wiring, etc. under it, you might not want the vac to go there. If that’s not a problem, then let the vac work, because it’d be a great way of minimizing dust collecting under there.
There are 3 power options: high provides the most suction, reducing somewhat for each of the two lower levels. That said, be aware that high is very loud, with sound level also reducing with each lower level. On hard floors, the lower suction/noise levels is still sufficient for cleaning. Trying the vac out for the first time, I tossed cereal crumbs in several areas of my kitchen and dining floors. I ran the vac on the middle setting and was pleased to find it eventually got all of the crumbs. There was one area where it partially picked the crumbs and moved on leaving the rest, which was disappointing. However, it came back later and finished the job, so all good. Upstairs, with the carpet/wood combo, the vac still performed excellently, easing shifting between the two surfaces.
The R7065 comes with a boundary marker strip, which is a nice feature if there is someplace you don’t want it to go. Using the vac on the second floor, I placed the marker at the top of the stairs. The first time the vac approached, it did not stop at the marker. Before it took a dive, I stopped it, and turned it around. The second time it approached the marker it was more careful. So, the marker can be beneficial, but the top of a flight of stairs may not be the best place to fully rely on it.
Staying power is also very important, and the vac performed well in that area. I checked it out by using it both up and down stairs (about 1800 square feet). The job was done on a single charge, so no worries for an average size house.
There is a lot to be said for the R7065. The same cannot be said for controlling it via the app or by voice.
The app can be found on both Google Play and the Apple device, depending on which phone/tablet you use. The voice command is via Amazon Alexa. Neither of these works well enough for bragging rights.
Thankfully, you don’t need either for the R7065 to do its job! There’s always the remote.
As the app/voice issues don’t really impact the excellent functionality of the R7065, I don’t hold them against it. The R7065 does a great job vacuuming, and I do recommend it.
My Best Buy number: 0304904707
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Tap on NFC-compatible Bluetooth devices to connect and go with these Sony wireless headphones. Their noise-cancelling technology keeps you focused on your music, while their Ambient Sound Mode mixes in voices and other external sounds you need to hear. Sweat and splashes are not a problem for these water-resistant IPX4-rated Sony wireless headphones.
 
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Small Size, Big Sound
on May 26, 2018
Posted by: Cipher469
from Spanish Fort, AL
I have long been a Sony fan for entertainment electronics, and the SP600N does not disappoint.
In the box, in addition to the headphones, are a USB cable for charging and several sizes of soft ear bud covers. First charge the battery, download the app from either Google Play or the Apple Store (Yes, it works on either.), then make a Bluetooth connection to your music source, and you are good to go.
For my intended use, listening to music on my deck, I Bluetooth connected the phones to my Amazon Echo, which was a very quick and easy process. It didn’t even require an app download. When up and running, I was pleasantly surprised at the sound quality (treble and bass). Then, out to the deck, and the music stayed with me, and it stayed with me on out into the backyard. The bottom line is, there is no loss of sound quality within a very reasonable parameter. Since the first test, I’ve noticed occasional sputtering when outside, but it’s not enough to condemn the phones. I might take off half a star, but only whole numbers allowed, and it is more 5 star than 4.
Another very nice feature is noise cancelling, and I can attest to the job these phones do. While I was on the deck, lawn mowing and yard maintenance was being done. The loud noise from the gas powered weed/grass trimmer was greatly diminished and did not prevent me from enjoying my music. Lesser sounds were simply unheard.
My only issue is one that I have with all similar devices. It’s the tiny little controls that are difficult to see, as they are the same color as the device itself. In this case, it’s white on white. Small devices require even smaller controls, so one deals with it. However, that issue has no bearing on the quality sound reproduction from the SP600N. For my use, the size of the controls doesn’t matter; because, with the Echo connection, I can control it by voice via Alexa. So, it’s all good.
If you want big sound from a practically weightless device and not be bothered by peripheral noise, you won’t go wrong with the SP600N!
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Only at Best BuyRecord everything you encounter on the road with this Rexing V1 dash camera. The low-profile design makes it unobtrusive to drivers and casual observers, and the wide 170-degree angle catches all the details you need. This Rexing V1 dash camera has a collision detector to ensure vital recordings don't get overwritten.
 
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A small package with a lot to like
on May 10, 2018
Posted by: Cipher469
from Spanish Fort, AL
The Rexing V1 Dash Cam is a small device that does a big job. There are a couple of ancillary things that cause some inconvenience, but they don't affect performance.
Read the setup instructions carefully, and setup will be easy. First, be sure you install an appropriate micro SD card (up to 128GB), or you won't have any recordings to look at. Next, position the V1 on you windshield as instructed. Plug it in, and you are ready to go. No muss, no fuss.
When plugged in the V1 will automatically power on when engine starts, and power off shortly after engine shutdown. If you plug into an always on outlet, it will stay on, of course. There is also a manual on/off button on the cam. The wide viewing range allows capture of more than what is directly in front of you, which is a very nice feature. Capture is full HD in color. It's also sharp enough to capture a license plate number.
The inconveniences, as mentioned earlier, are: Positioning the cam as shown in the manual places it where the driver can't readily get to the various small controls on the cam. I like it closer to the driver. Secondly, unless you want to position the charging cable as shown in the manual, there's a lot of cable to deal with. Both of these reflect a personal preference; but, as said, they have no negative impact on the performance of the V1.
The V1 does an excellent job, and it is reasonably priced. I certainly would recommend it.
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Shark AI Robot VACMOP combines powerful vacuum suction and hard floor wet mopping for a complete clean, all in one robot. Features include: Shark suction power, Sonic Mopping that delivers 100 scrubs per minute for stuck-on stains, and AI Laser Navigation for precision cleaning.
 

Can the robot work with 220 voltage? I am planning on taking it to another country?

No. You would need a converter plug
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Capture high-quality videos with this Sony Handycam 4K camcorder. The 0.4-inch CMOS sensor delivers high-resolution 4K content with fast intelligent autofocus and enhanced audio, while the SteadyShot image stabilizer boasts clear detailed shots even at full zoom. This Sony Handycam 4K camcorder has a built-in Highlight Movie Maker that lets you create and share videos seamlessly.
 

Does the camera have night vision? And is it waterproof?

No to both.
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Type more naturally with ERGO K860 – an advanced ergonomic keyboard that promotes a more relaxed typing posture – reducing wrist bending and offering wrist support. A curved keyframe helps reduce wrist strain, while a pillowed wrist rest keeps your forearms elevated to help prevent excessive bending. This Logitech ERGO keyboard features Perfect Stroke keys for quiet performance and responsiveness, and the 2-year battery life offers long-lasting use.
 

How do you turn the Ergo 860 on/off?

Small switch on rear of upper level of keyboard at the top of the curve. See "logi" and look up from there.
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Secure yourself, a loved one or valuables with this smart, versatile Samsung SmartThings tracker. Its geo-fencing feature triggers smart home automations or alerts you when a pet or person who has it leaves or enters your designated zone. Double-press the button of this IP68-rated Samsung SmartThings tracker to notify authorized persons of your current location.
 

Does the LTE data cost anything?

It's free for the first 12 months. $50/year after.
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Stream HD audio from your TV to your headphones with this Aluratek Bluetooth 5.0 dual TV transmitter. It has a range up to 300 feet, which is four times the range of Bluetooth 4.2 transmitters, and you can easily connect the device to your TV via aux, RCA or SPDIF. This Aluratek Bluetooth 5.0 dual TV transmitter can handle two headphones at once.
 

How do you pair Bluetooth capable items an see that they have been connected sucessfully❓ Will the Bluetooth connections be seen on the TV screen after hooking up the audio receiver/transmitter❓

It doesn't show on screen, but the steady blue light on the device is an indicator. The best and easiest way to know is when you hear the TV audio coming through your headphones.
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HoMedics Shiatsu Deluxe Neck and Shoulder Massager with Heat: Relax after a long day with this shiatsu massager, which features 3 speeds and a reverse feature to precisely knead your neck and shoulders. Add heat to help soothe tense, sore muscles.
 

Is this battery operated or electric?

Electric, and cord length necessitates being near an outlet.
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