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- Review count12
- Helpfulness votes47
- First reviewDecember 29, 2009
- Last reviewJune 22, 2016
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- Average rating4.6
- Review comment count1
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- First review commentNovember 16, 2016
- Last review commentNovember 16, 2016
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- First answerAugust 28, 2014
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Enjoy your favourite tunes with your best friends, wherever go, with the Insignia CD Boombox. Play CDs, listen to AM/FM radio, or enjoy music from your smartphone, tablet, iPod, or other audio device via AUX input. It also features a headphone output for private listening.
Customer Rating
4
Good little basic boom box
on June 22, 2016
Posted by: RCTarHeel
from North Carolina
Got this mainly to listen to radio. Works fine for that purpose. Does have a lot of volume for such a small box.
My Best Buy number: 0964828382
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Lenovo Laptop: With built-in wireless networking and a bright HD display, this laptop makes it easy to stay connected and productive at home or on the go. Connect to external displays with the HDMI output, or sync wirelessly with Bluetooth.
Posted by: RCTarHeel
from North Carolina
This is a good basic laptop for most people. I bought it for a friend who uses it mainly for email, social media, and web surfing. It has a very fast wireless connection, and a big hard drive for storing lots of music and pictures.
The only bad point is that the mouse pad is somewhat quirky and annoying. This is easily solved by using a wireless mouse.
The only bad point is that the mouse pad is somewhat quirky and annoying. This is easily solved by using a wireless mouse.
My Best Buy number: 0964828382
I would recommend this to a friend!
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HP ENVY Touch-Screen Laptop: Bring your work or play wherever you go with this laptop, which features a bright HD touch screen and Bang & Olufsen speakers for immersive audio. The 1TB hard drive offers ample storage for music, photos and movies, and Bluetooth lets you connect to a variety of accessories.
Customer Rating
4
Good laptop for students and avid music listeners
on January 17, 2016
Posted by: RCTarHeel
from North Carolina
Pros:
- Fast
- Well built
- Great speakers
- Fast
- Well built
- Great speakers
Cons:
- No DVD/CD Drive
- No DVD/CD Drive
My Best Buy number: 0964828382
I would recommend this to a friend!
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This USB 2.0 audio interface features 2 high-quality Focusrite preamps to ensure quality sound. The direct monitor function helps eliminate tracking latency for efficient recording.
Customer Rating
5
A great usb recording device
on August 28, 2014
Posted by: RCTarHeel
from North Carolina
We bought this unit to set up a small home recording studio The Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 is a great starter usb recording device for the price. It has 2 high quality pre-amp inputs which can accomodate microphones and/or line/instrument levels. Simply add some good studio monitor speakers, good headphones, and a good quality microphone, and you're all set. We chose the Sennheiser HD-280 headhones and JBL-LSR305 powered studio monitor speakers, in additon to a Shure SM-58 microphone for vocals. At less than $700 for everything, this combination works and sounds great! The only drawback of the Focusrite 2i2 is the included Abelton Lite recording software, which is not very good. We ended up uninstalling it and getting Cubase (which costs around $100) instead.
My Best Buy number: 0964828382
What's great about it: High quality pre-amp inputs, great sound, easy to setup and operate
What's not so great: The included recording software is not very good
I would recommend this to a friend!
Sound Quality
5
Durability
4
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HP Pavilion TouchSmart 23-h024 All-In-One Computer: This slim, all-in-one computer offers a variety of features without monopolizing your workspace. Use the expansive HD touch screen to watch movies, play interactive games or manage your music; then sit down to work with all the power of a PC.Learn more about the New Windows ›
Posted by: RCTarHeel
from North Carolina
Overall, this HP unit is a very good value for the price. Not many 23-inch all-in-ones can match its components and performance in this price range. The display is very sharp and vivid, the wirelesss keyboard is pretty good, although the wireless mouse is not so good. The only two drawbacks I have found so far are the lack of an HDMI output, and the built-in speakers, which are very tinny and soft, even at maximum output.
What's great about it: Easy to set up, excellent 23-inch touch screen display,
What's not so great: No HDMI output, poor sound from built-in speakers
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
4
Performance
5
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Keep groceries organized with this Whirlpool WRF560SMYW French door refrigerator that features Spillsaver glass shelves that contain messes for easy cleanup and a FreshFlow produce preserver to keep fruits and vegetables fresh.
Customer Rating
4
Good buy at the right price...but has some flaws
on August 18, 2014
Posted by: RCTarHeel
from North Carolina
Overall, this is a pretty good refrigerator for the price. It does fit in tight spaces, since it is only 30 inches wide. We have had it for about a month now, and are pleased for the most part. Keeps food at the right temperature and runs quietly and efficiently. Our biggest complaint is that there is no way to open the left side door without the right side door also popping open also due to the fold-up mosture seal design. So you have to shut the left side door first and then close the right door back every time you open the left side door! Why have side-by-side doors if they can't be opened separately? Come on Whirlpool, you can do better than this!
What's great about it: Quiet, energy efficient, good size freezer
What's not so great: Design flaw does not allow left door to open independently
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Quality
4
Features
4
Performance
5
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Protect your Apple iPhone SE, 5s, 5 or 5c with this ZAGG InvisibleShield, which features military-grade scratch-resistant material to guard against damage and offers high-definition clarity for a clear view.
Customer Rating
5
A must for all iPhone users
on April 11, 2014
Posted by: RCTarHeel
from North Carolina
The first accessory anyone needs to make with getting a new cell phone is not the case but rather a good quality screen protector. Zagg screen protectors are the best. We have them all of our phones and have never had a problem with them.
What's great about it: Keeps away cracks and scratches from screen
What's not so great: Can be a little tricky to install
I would recommend this to a friend!
Other Best Buy Products I Recommend
Apple® - iPhone® 5 with 32GB Memory Mobile Phone - White & Silver (Sprint)
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iPhone 5 features a 4" Retina display, the powerful A6 chip, an 8.0MP iSight camera with panorama, ultrafast wireless, iOS 6 and iCloud. Yet it's the thinnest, lightest iPhone ever.Sprint Easy Pay option available in store. Learn more ›
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from North Carolina
Age:55-64
Phone size:Just right
Bought this as a replacement phone on my Sprint account. It is a good step up from the previous phone, having a better camera, better data coverage, is easier to use, and of course has a multitude of great apps from the Apple store.
My Best Buy number: 0964828382
What's great about it: Variety of apps, camera quality, ease of use
What's not so great: Battery life could be better
I would recommend this to a friend!
Other Best Buy Products I Recommend
ZAGG - InvisibleShield HD Film Screen Protector for Apple® iPhone® SE, 5s, 5 and 5c (1st generation) - Clear
(2,445)Picture Quality
5
Battery Life
4
Sound Quality
5
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This Logitech MK520 keyboard and mouse feature a wireless design for taking with you on the go. The Incurve keys and palm rest allow for comfortable use.
Posted by: RCTarHeel
from North Carolina
At the sale price, this was a great purchase. It includes one unifying USB receiver and extension cable to operate both the keyboard and the mouse. The keyboard has a very good weighted feel to it, and the mouse works flawlessly.
My Best Buy number: 0964828382
What's great about it: Unifying receiver for both keyboard and mouse
I would recommend this to a friend!
Design
5
Ease of Use
5
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Only at Best BuyEnjoy lush, crisp images with this Sharp LC-50LB150U 50" class LED TV that features 1080p resolution and direct-lit LED backlighting for a vibrant, high-definition picture. DTS sound and 2 built-in 10W speakers provide rich, immersive audio.Connect a Roku Streaming Stick to this HDTV and get access to more than 700 channels, including Netflix, Hulu Plus and HBO GO.
Posted by: RCTarHeel
from North Carolina
Internet Connectable?No
Bought this TV online for my mother in law on BB Black Friday sale. It was delivered and set up yesterday. After some tweaking, I must say that overall, I am impressed by the picture quality for a TV in this price range. Hooked up via HDMI to a TimeWarner HD cable box at tthe present time. The picture is bright and crisp. The general picture settings I arrived at are: Brightness: 65; Contrast: 45; Sharpness: 20: Color temp: Normal. The TV seems to have a good bit of red push, so the warm setting is too reddish for my taste. The sound is plenty loud enough, but tends to sound a little harsh and tinny at higher volume levels. All in all, my first impression is that this TV was a great buy for the price!
What's great about it: Easy to set up, great price, good remote, PC input.
What's not so great: Sound is a little harsh and tinny
I would recommend this to a friend!
Picture Quality
5
Sound Quality
4
Features
5
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Experience lifelike images in your living room with this LG Smart LED TV. Built-in apps let you stream movies and television shows through your wireless home network, and the included remote lets you flip through channels from across the room. This 60-inch LG Smart LED TV supports Dolby surround for theater-quality audio.
Overall
3 out of 5
3 out of 5Picture is just not very good!
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I am an electronics guy and I chose this model to replace an LG plasma that is starting to have some issues, but still has a great picture after I calibrated it. I was very disappointed in the picture quality on this set even after spending several hours calibrating it. The picture is just not very sharp or vibrant, appearing washed out. May be because of the cheaper IPS panel. I know this is a budget
model with lots of good features for the price, but the picture quality just isn't there on this model.
model with lots of good features for the price, but the picture quality just isn't there on this model.
RCTarHeel
North Carolina
Update: Picture quality never quite satisfied
November 16, 2016
Update to my review: I really wanted to like this TV. It has plenty of features for the price, but the most important feature of any TV is the picture quality. And that is where this model falls short in my opinion. I realize that this is a budget model 4K TV, but after getting it home and setting it up, I could never get the picture quality to come close to ever matching that of my old LG 60-inch plasma. Even after all the calibration and adjustments, it still simply didn't look as sharp and vibrant as a 4K TV should. I really think the drawback is the use of a cheaper IPS panel in this model. Sadly, I did end up returning this set for a refund. Still looking...
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Experience lifelike images in your living room with this LG Smart LED TV. Built-in apps let you stream movies and television shows through your wireless home network, and the included remote lets you flip through channels from across the room. This 60-inch LG Smart LED TV supports Dolby surround for theater-quality audio.
Someone mentioned that this is on sale for Black Friday but I don't see it in the ads, is this exact model on sale on Black Friday?
Yes, it is on the front page of the Black Friday ad for $599.99.
7 years, 5 months ago
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RCTarHeel
Enjoy your favourite tunes with your best friends, wherever go, with the Insignia CD Boombox. Play CDs, listen to AM/FM radio, or enjoy music from your smartphone, tablet, iPod, or other audio device via AUX input. It also features a headphone output for private listening.
am radio
how is the am side
The AM reception is pretty good. It is better than the FM in my opinion.
7 years, 9 months ago
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RCTarHeel
Enjoy your favourite tunes with your best friends, wherever go, with the Insignia CD Boombox. Play CDs, listen to AM/FM radio, or enjoy music from your smartphone, tablet, iPod, or other audio device via AUX input. It also features a headphone output for private listening.
can you plug inheadphones
Yes, it has a headphone jack
7 years, 9 months ago
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HP Pavilion TouchSmart 23-h024 All-In-One Computer: This slim, all-in-one computer offers a variety of features without monopolizing your workspace. Use the expansive HD touch screen to watch movies, play interactive games or manage your music; then sit down to work with all the power of a PC.Learn more about the New Windows ›
computer
Does anyone know where the DVD burner is on this computer?
The DVD drive is located on the side of the computer,
9 years, 7 months ago
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RCTarHeel
North Carolina
HP Pavilion TouchSmart 23-h024 All-In-One Computer: This slim, all-in-one computer offers a variety of features without monopolizing your workspace. Use the expansive HD touch screen to watch movies, play interactive games or manage your music; then sit down to work with all the power of a PC.Learn more about the New Windows ›
Does this come with any Microsoft office?
Just trying to figure out if Microsoft Office such as word, excel, etc. comes pre loaded onto this computer?
No, Microsoft Office is NOT included with the unit. It only includes a trial version.
9 years, 7 months ago
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RCTarHeel
North Carolina