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Make phone calls and listen to music on this unlocked ZTE Axon 7. A 2K display is easy to see outside, and the 64GB of memory is expandable if you add a microSD card, so it can hold more pictures and videos. This unlocked ZTE Axon7 has dual SIM functionality for more flexibility.
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5
Excellent phone at a great price
on February 4, 2017
Posted by: ewctcu
Verified Purchase:Yes
This phone came with flagship level specs (snapdragon 820, 4gb ram, 64 gb of memory, 5.5" screen) for the cost of a mid-range handset. It performs incredibly well. Apps open without delay, switching between apps doesn't cause any issues, and the camera is quite fast. I also really like the design - as phones move to smaller and smaller bezels, it is remarkable to me how large the screen is relative to the size of the phone. It is easy to use one-handed, and fits in the pocket well. With a screen that is the same size as an iphone 7 plus, the physical size of the phone is significantly smaller.
On the camera - it works well and takes nice pictures overall, though it's performance in the dark isn't as strong as some higher end phones.
The fingerprint scanner is fast and accurate - the only time I've had an issue is after a workout when I was a little sweaty. One can debate the proper location of a fingerprint scanner - the front so one can open the phone while it is laying on a surface or the back where it falls naturally to hand. In most uses, I think I prefer the back, but it isn't a strong preference.
The ZTE skin is very light and can basically be disabled - the "stock android" launcher really is close to stock android, though it does include some ZTE gestures and voice command. Double tap to wake is nice, as is taking a screen shot by pinching with three fingers.
There are some issues. First, it does not wake the phone with notifications - that is frustrating. One has to hit the power button or unlock it with a double tap to see notifications that have just come in. There are apps that wake the phone with notifications, but given that most Android manufacturers find a way to do this stock, I would appreciate it. The home, back and recent app buttons are also problematic. While I love their minimalist appearance (and that they are below the screen), they are not backlit. This makes them hard to see at night - while finding the approximate location in the dark is possible, it is a minor detail that should have been better. The other issue is a strange one - it doesn't have a native calculator app, which is just odd. Sure, there are many in the store, but still...
At the end of the day, however, for the price and performance, I really don't think the phone can be beat. If your prefer a two-camera set up, go with the Honor 8. For a little more, the OnePlus 3t has a slightly newer processor, but no expandable memory. Really, I am thrilled with the purchase and would make it again in a heartbeat.
My Best Buy number: 3476354042
My Best Buy number: 3476354042
I would recommend this to a friend!
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CyberPowerPC Gamer Xtreme VR Desktop: Muscle your way through the most demanding games with this CyberPowerPC desktop. Its included dedicated nVidia GTX 1060 video card lets you take on the latest virtual reality titles or 2160p Ultra HD videos and games. This CyberPowerPC desktop comes with 8GB of DDR4 RAM and an Intel i5 CPU to handle the heaviest home computing tasks.
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4
excellent bargain VR capable PC
on February 3, 2017
Posted by: ewctcu
Verified Purchase:Yes
My son had wanted an Oculus Rift or HTC Vive, something I dismissed out of hand as I was not about to purchase a PC powerful enough to drive one plus the headset. Then we saw a deal at Best Buy that included this PC and an Oculus Rift for far less than we expected. Since I kind of wanted to try VR too (ok, I've longed for one since the Rift was in development stage), we bit the bullet.
This PC is a bargain PC, but it runs well. On startup, it shows MSI graphics, so I presume it is either built by MSI or contains significant MSI components. While I suppose it could use more memory and faster graphics card, the reality is that it is faster than any PC we have owned, and the GTX 1060 works fine for our purposes - it drives the Oculus Rift just fine. I've run a few other system intensive programs on it, though we don't really use other PC games (really more of a console family).
My kids like it because it does look kind of cool with a transparent side and bright blue LEDs.
All in all, it's been a solid PC so far. We're happy with it, particularly for the price we paid.
My Best Buy number: 3476354042
My Best Buy number: 3476354042
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Experience the lifelike thrill of virtual reality with the Oculus Rift. The remote, OLED display and IR LED sensor help you navigate through virtual worlds, while rotational and positional tracking let you play exclusive games like Lucky's Tale. The clear, high resolution on the Oculus Rift takes you even closer to reality.
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4
lots of fun, still limited
on February 3, 2017
Posted by: ewctcu
Verified Purchase:Yes
We would not have purchased this were it not for getting it in a package deal with a gaming PC. With the money saved, I also picked up the touch controllers.
With the touch controllers, it is a great deal of fun. I was personally shocked at how immersive the VR experience is, and with the touch controllers, how impressive the motion tracking is with just two cameras.
The images are beautiful, the headset is easy to adjust, and the touch controllers (not included with the headset) are fabulous. Set up was much faster and easier than I expected as well.
The only real issue both my kids and I have with it right now is finding the right VR experiences. They love job simulator, but it is a pretty limited game. A few of the included games are fun, but most of the games we've tried are either games ported from a non-vr setting that don't take true advantage of the VR capabilities, or they are just far more limited in scope than traditional console or PC games, though the VR effect is cool.
I do not regret the purchase at all, but I would recommend anyone thinking about it to wait a few months for new headsets coming out from a variety of manufacturers before taking the plunge. If you do buy one, I think the touch controllers as an add on are a must.
My Best Buy number: 3476354042
My Best Buy number: 3476354042
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Make phone calls and listen to music on this unlocked ZTE Axon 7. A 2K display is easy to see outside, and the 64GB of memory is expandable if you add a microSD card, so it can hold more pictures and videos. This unlocked ZTE Axon7 has dual SIM functionality for more flexibility.