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Transform your 9.7-inch iPad Pro with this ZAGG Rugged Book keyboard. It connects to the tablet via Bluetooth, and a versatile magnetic hinge secures it in place at almost any angle to convert it into one of four modes. The powerful battery of this ZAGG Rugged Book keyboard lasts up to 2 years between charges.
 
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I like that I can separate keyboard
on December 1, 2017
Posted by: MikeTheRetiredActuary
from Southlake, TX
Verified Purchase:Yes
A good keyboard cover for the 9.7" iPad Pro. It's not too heavy and has good features. I especially like that I can separate the keyboard from the cover if I am not using the keyboard, eg, while I am reading something. My only complaints are that it was only available in black, and it doesn't get its power directly from the iPad like other models do.
My Best Buy number: 3303496235
My Best Buy number: 3303496235
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy smart access to videos, games and apps with this Amazon Fire TV stick. Its Alexa voice remote lets you deliver hands-free commands when you want to watch television or engage with other applications. With a quad-core processor, 1GB internal memory and 8GB of storage, this portable Amazon Fire TV stick works fast for buffer-free streaming.
 
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Great for Travel too
on February 15, 2017
Posted by: MikeTheRetiredActuary
from Southlake, TX
Verified Purchase:Yes
The Amazon Fire Stick is amazing. Small, lightweight, ability to stream everything I am interested in once I have downloaded the necessary apps. The biggest surprise for me was when I decided to take it on a trip and plug it into my hotel's TV. Once telling it to sign into the hotel room's WiFi, it was just like I was at home watching it. So I bought a second Fire Stick, downloaded the apps I wanted, and now I carry this second one in my suitcase for my frequent travels.
My Best Buy number: 3303496235
My Best Buy number: 3303496235
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Type comfortably when using your smartphone or tablet with this Logitech K380 920-007559 wireless keyboard, which lets you pair with up to 3 devices using the Bluetooth interface and features a lightweight, compact design for easy portability.
 
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Good Backup Keyboard
on March 18, 2016
Posted by: MikeTheRetiredActuary
from Southlake, TX
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have a Surface Pro 3 with the Microsoft Type Cover. All of a sudden one day, the Surface Pro no longer recognized the Type Cover. I had it checked and was told the Surface Pro 3's connectors on its bottom were faulty, but it would not be worth the cost to repair. I still wanted an external keyboard, and the Best Buy sales person showed me this one. It works like a dream, is light-weight, and it is very easy to set up. So it is now my external keyboard.
My Best Buy number: 3303496235
My Best Buy number: 3303496235
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Carry your Apple iPad Pro comfortably on the go with this Targus Grid TSS900GL case, which features EVA construction with 4-layer rubber bumpers for military-grade drop protection and a removable shoulder strap for easy transport.
 
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Just What I Was Looking For
on March 18, 2016
Posted by: MikeTheRetiredActuary
from Southlake, TX
Verified Purchase:Yes
I wanted a soft case that I could put both my iPad Pro and my Surface Pro 4 in when I went on trips. I also wanted some kind of "pocket" in it to store charging cables and plugs along with any special connectors (eg, HDMI connector) for my iPad Pro and also store the charging system and mouse for my Surface Pro 4. This case did me one better than that: It has a zipper pocket on both sides of the outside, and I can put the iPad Pro accessories in the pocket on one side and the Surface Pro 4 accessories in the pocket on the other side. As the Review Summary says, this case is exactly what I was looking for, only better.
My Best Buy number: 3303496235
My Best Buy number: 3303496235
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy the diverse utility of having 6TB of Cloud storage with this WD My Cloud external Gigabit Ethernet hard drive, which features auto network discovery for easy setup. Password protection helps keep your Cloud data secure.
 
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A Better Alternative for Cloud Backup
on November 14, 2015
Posted by: MikeTheRetiredActuary
from Southlake, TX
Verified Purchase:Yes
I was torn between using an Internet Cloud service for backup versus having my own external hard drive connected to my router. I looked at the pluses and minuses of Internet Cloud versus personal Cloud. I decided that the pluses of a personal Cloud outweighed the pluses of Internet Cloud, while its negatives were not great enough to outweigh that decision. What I liked about the WD MyCloud was that I could directly connect the MyCloud to my router via an Ethernet cord so that it could handle backup of all of my wireless devices, be accessible by everything on my home network, and could also be accessed via the Internet when I was traveling.
I chose the 6TB version simply because I didn't want to decide I needed a larger capacity later. I certainly don't need that much at this time, but the extra cost for the additional capacity wasn't a problem.
It was easy to install, and I had no problems with setting up its backup software on the two laptops and one Surface Pro 3 that I am currently backing up. I will say that the setup process wasn't quite as simple as the instructions leads you to believe, but it isn't not so involved that I needed to rely on outside help.
It has been functioning fine since I installed it. And it is exactly what I was desiring to add to my home network, and I am glad I purchased and installed it.
My Best Buy number: 3303496235
My Best Buy number: 3303496235
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Keep your compatible smartphone, tablet or other portable device ready for use while traveling with this Griffin Technology PowerJolt GC39750 vehicle charger, which features dual 10W USB ports to power your device.
 
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Very Useful
on July 17, 2015
Posted by: MikeTheRetiredActuary
from Southlake, TX
Verified Purchase:Yes
I was traveling and needed a phone charger
to use while using Google Maps to help me find places in an unfamiliar coty. This one did what I needed it to.
My Best Buy number: 3303496235
My Best Buy number: 3303496235
Mobile Submission: True
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Logitech Wireless Mouse M325. A better mix of precision and comfort-with designed-for-Web scrolling. Designed for how you use the Web, our newest micro-precise scrolling makes everything you love to do online easier. Its feel-good, contoured shape and textured grips help keep your hand happy-even after long hours. And with up to 18 months of battery life, it virtually eliminates the hassle of changing batteries.*
 
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Good Wireless Mouse
on June 13, 2015
Posted by: MikeTheRetiredActuary
from Southlake, TX
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have wireless Logitech mice for other laptops that I have owned, and I like their feel and operation. This one seems to be a good one for my wife to use with her new laptop.
My Best Buy number: 3303496235
My Best Buy number: 3303496235
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Only at Best BuyWith a 360° hinge, this HP ENVY 15-u111dx 2-in-1 laptop lets you position the 15.6" touch screen in laptop, stand, tent or tablet mode for flexible viewing and navigation options. Bluetooth technology lets you stream media to compatible devices.Learn more about the New Windows
 
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Just What My Wife Needed
on June 13, 2015
Posted by: MikeTheRetiredActuary
from Southlake, TX
Verified Purchase:Yes
I needed to replace the primary laptop that my wife uses, and the weight and versatility of this one intrigued me. When I combined that with Best Buy's pricing on this laptop, I decided to get it. Most of our other PC experience has been with Dell products, but the price and the features made me decide to try this HP product. While there are some differences is the feel and the operation of this laptop versus our Dells, we are very satisfied with, and I am happy with my purchase.
My Best Buy number: 3303496235
My Best Buy number: 3303496235
I would recommend this to a friend!
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ZAGG InvisibleShield Glass Screen for Microsoft Surface Pro 3: Protect your tablet's display from scratches and skin oils with this durable tempered glass screen. Designed for ease of use, the screen is extra thin and smooth for optimal touch sensitivity.
 
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Great Protection for my Surface Pro 3
on May 2, 2015
Posted by: MikeTheRetiredActuary
from Southlake, TX
Verified Purchase:Yes
I was adding a Surface Pro 3, and based on my experiences with my phone, I wanted a protective screen for it. I also knew I wanted it to be glass.
Zagg products are good, so this purchase was a no-brainer.
My Best Buy number: 3303496235
My Best Buy number: 3303496235
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Office for you and your household. Office 365 Home is a subscription built to help you and your household get things done from nearly anywhere on your favorite devices. Up to 5 household members can use a subscription, and each person gets 1 TB cloud storage and 60 monthly Skype world minutes. Office 365 Home helps you became an overachiever from virtually anywhere, on all your devices.
 
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I finally decided to go with Office 365
on May 2, 2015
Posted by: MikeTheRetiredActuary
from Southlake, TX
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have always just bought the current Office version when I got a new laptop. I was adding a Microsoft Surface Pro 3 so that I could have a light-weight full feature computer to take when I travel, instead of my heavy 15-inch laptop.
Instead of purchasing Office 13, I decided to go this leasing route, and I wanted the flexibility of installing the software on my phone and my iPad.
This seemed like the ideal approach, and I think I am really going to enjoy its Cloud Storage feature.
My Best Buy number: 3303496235
My Best Buy number: 3303496235
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy smart access to videos, games and apps with this Amazon Fire TV stick. Its Alexa voice remote lets you deliver hands-free commands when you want to watch television or engage with other applications. With a quad-core processor, 1GB internal memory and 8GB of storage, this portable Amazon Fire TV stick works fast for buffer-free streaming.
 

do yall have them in stock

It seems to stay out-of-stock at my local Best Buy. But it is usually in stock online, so I just order it online and have it shipped to my house. It comes in US Mail.
7 years, 1 month ago
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Carry your Apple iPad Pro comfortably on the go with this Targus Grid TSS900GL case, which features EVA construction with 4-layer rubber bumpers for military-grade drop protection and a removable shoulder strap for easy transport.
 

Apple keyboard cover

Will the iPad Pro with the Apple keyboard attached fit inside this case?
Yes. My iPad Pro has the keyboard cover, and my Surface Pro 4 has a type-cover. As my review says, it has enough room for all of this on the inside, plus my accessories in the outside pockets.
8 years ago
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Keep your compatible smartphone, tablet or other portable device ready for use while traveling with this Griffin Technology PowerJolt GC39750 vehicle charger, which features dual 10W USB ports to power your device.
 

Is this car charger compatible with the galaxy s6 edge?

Yes. I use it with my Samsung Galaxy phone
8 years, 8 months ago
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MikeTheRetiredActuary
   Southlake, TX
 
Only at Best BuyWith a 360° hinge, this HP ENVY 15-u111dx 2-in-1 laptop lets you position the 15.6" touch screen in laptop, stand, tent or tablet mode for flexible viewing and navigation options. Bluetooth technology lets you stream media to compatible devices.Learn more about the New Windows
 

Can this Laptop be run on direct power

I've always had desktops, so I don't know much about laptops. I'm elderly and don't move around very much. Can this computer be run off battery, directly from a wall electrical outlet?
It can be run either using an AC power connector (supplied in the box) plugged into a wall outlet, or on its built-in battery if that battery has been charged by plugging the AC connector into the laptop.
8 years, 9 months ago
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MikeTheRetiredActuary
   Southlake, TX
 
Only at Best BuyWith a 360° hinge, this HP ENVY 15-u111dx 2-in-1 laptop lets you position the 15.6" touch screen in laptop, stand, tent or tablet mode for flexible viewing and navigation options. Bluetooth technology lets you stream media to compatible devices.Learn more about the New Windows
 

Will it play dvds?

Can I watch a movie on a regular DVD and/or a Blu-ray DVD? Does it write or can I create my own DVD?
To keep this laptop's size and weight where they are, this laptop has no internal DVD drive. You would need to add an external DVD drive.
8 years, 9 months ago
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MikeTheRetiredActuary
   Southlake, TX
 
Only at Best BuyWith a 360° hinge, this HP ENVY 15-u111dx 2-in-1 laptop lets you position the 15.6" touch screen in laptop, stand, tent or tablet mode for flexible viewing and navigation options. Bluetooth technology lets you stream media to compatible devices.Learn more about the New Windows
 

Can this laptop play games?

Can this laptop run game like Dota 2 csgo at FHD and can it run latest game at least at low?
I am sorry, but I am not a gamer, so I cannot give you a definitive answer. This laptop does have an i7 processor in it, so I would think this processor would be powerful enough. I'm afraid I don't know what kind of video card or other special features a gaming computer needs.
8 years, 9 months ago
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MikeTheRetiredActuary
   Southlake, TX
 
This Actiontec MyWirelessTV2 MWTV2KIT01 transmitter and receiver let you wirelessly connect an HDMI-enabled media player and stream live high-definition content up to 100' away.
 

Will the wireless HDMI connect to a HP desktop computer with HDMI capability?

I don't know specifically about your desktop, but I can tell you I have had no problems using the adaptor to connect my Surface Pro 3 to an HD TV using the TV's HDMI input port. So I see no reason it wouldn't work with a desktop computer that has an HDMI port.

I will add that one of the big reasons for me to get the Surface Pro 3 was to have a light-weight full-feature computer to take on trips and to connect to my hotel room's TV so that I could watch my SlingBox while traveling.

This connector enables the Surface Pro to do that job.
8 years, 10 months ago
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MikeTheRetiredActuary
   Southlake, TX
 
This Actiontec MyWirelessTV2 MWTV2KIT01 transmitter and receiver let you wirelessly connect an HDMI-enabled media player and stream live high-definition content up to 100' away.
 

Cable channels

Can you watch all cable channels on the 2nd tv.
I have had no problems watching any channel that the STB connected to the Transmitter Unit was able to access. Both HD and analog channels were viewable.
9 years ago
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MikeTheRetiredActuary
   Southlake, TX