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- First reviewOctober 12, 2014
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A 4.7-inch Retina HD display with 3D Touch. 7000 series aluminum and stronger cover glass. An A9 chip with 64-bit desktop-class architecture. All new 12MP iSight camera with Live Photos. Touch ID. Faster LTE and Wi-Fi. Long battery life and iOS 9 and iCloud. All in a smooth, continuous unibody design.
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4
Great phone; not sure if it was worth the upgrade.
on October 2, 2015
Posted by: Greg
Verified Purchase:Yes
To begin, I love the Apple eco-structure and have enough Apple devices at home to open my own Apple store. Being able to share purchased apps, songs, movies, etc. with my family members is great, and utilizing iCloud to synchronize things between my phone (iPhone), tablet (iPad), and computers (Macs) is the icing on the cake that keeps me locked into Apple products. With that being said, the 6s is a great phone, but may not be for everyone, depending on what phone you already have.
The new features, such as 3D touch, a faster Touch ID, 4K video, and the like are nice, but are not that revolutionary (or evolutionary) compared to the iPhone 6 I had previously. 4K video takes up a lot more space and, from what I can tell, still only uses H264 (as opposed to H265) encoding, despite the fact H265 is apparently used for FaceTime. I have had the phone for a couple weeks and have yet to utilize the 3D Touch feature. (Then again, I have something similar on my MacBook and have yet to use its Force Touch feature on the trackpad.) Unlike some of the gestures used with a multi-touch display, the 3D Touch is not that intuitive for me. I rarely take selfies, so the screen flash is not a big deal and, while some people are saying the phone and camera is faster that previous editions, I really have not noticed much of a difference. The Touch ID is indeed faster at recognizing my finger, which has actually been a problem as pushing the home button typically simultaneously unlocks my phone, which is not always what I want (especially when I am just trying to see the time or want to use the lock screen feature to open my camera, which is faster than navigating for the icon on the home screen). iOS 9 has some nice features, but you can run it on older phones with the same features. Oh, it also comes in rose gold now, which doesn't matter one little bit to me as I keep my phone in a case all the time anyway. Lastly, I have not even played around with the Live Photos feature. It looked kind of cool during the Apple keynote (made me think of Harry Potter, actually, with the moving photographs in the Daily Prophet), but the "pictures" take up almost twice the space, you have to remember to hold your phone still for 3/4 of a second after you take a picture, and the video it records both before and after the picture is at 15 fps, which apparently does not handle motion very well. If I want a video, I'll simply record a video. (I can always extract a single frame from a video, if I really wanted a still picture.) Again, it sounds like a neat feature, but I really have not had the impetus to turn it on.
If I had an iPhone 5s or earlier, this would have been a great upgrade. Just the extra screen real estate to 4.7" would make it worth the upgrade. If you already have an iPhone 6, however, I would think twice about this particular upgrade, unless one of the new features is more important to you than it has proven to be for me.
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Be the playmaker with the Madden NFL 16 Deluxe Edition. With 36 Madden Ultimate Team Pro Packs including NFL super stars of the past and present and the pre-order exclusive Playmaker Pack, you've never been more equipped to challenge the competition this Madden Season! Lead your Ultimate Team or dynasty in Connected Franchise with new QB mechanics including body-relative throws and touch passes providing unprecedented depth and control while under center. Combined with a new risk/reward catch and pass-defend system, get ready for the biggest WOW moments in franchise history.
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4
My son seems to like it.
on August 30, 2015
Posted by: Greg
Verified Purchase:Yes
I purchased this game as a gift for my son. He seems to like it. I asked him if there was anything different from last year that made it worth the money and he seemed to think so...
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Golf without limits in EA SPORTS Rory McIlroy PGA TOUR! Usher in the next generation of golf with the power of the Frostbite engine and play the most beautiful sports game to date with no load times, enabling you to explore authentic tournament courses or unique fantasy environments. Don't just play the course, explore it!
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4
Fun golf game.
on August 21, 2015
Posted by: Greg
Verified Purchase:Yes
Call it ironic... I hate golf in real life, yet I find this game to be very entertaining. I am not sure how realistic it is, at least in the mode I play, as I can typically birdie (sometimes eagle) every hole. On the other hand, I find it enjoyable and suspect that playing at a higher level would be frustrating. Some nice courses and quick play. Overall, a fun game for a novice like myself.
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Kaos has blown up the walls of the feared Cloudcracker Prison freeing the most notorious villains in Skylands. It's up to you and the Skylanders to find and capture them. Using Traptanium, a magic material that can harness the power of the Elements, you have the amazing ability to trap the villains and return them to Skylands to fight for you. Begin the ultimate adventure as you explore Skylands in search of the escaped villains. Say hello to Flip Wreck, an adventurous dolphin of Bottlenose Bay, who has taken it upon himself to be the protector of his undersea world. While exploring an underwater grave of shipwrecks one day, he came across an intact, massive Ice Viking ship. When a huge crew of Ice Vikings burst free from inside and began to lead an attack on the unarmed dolphin residents, Flip Wreck acted quickly and grabbed fastened armor, a shield and a sword together from salvaged shipwreck pieces. He then took off and single-handedly defeated the Ice Vikings, forcing them to retreat and never be seen again. Rewarded for his heroism, Flip Wreck was made a Skylander.Join Flip Wreck and the Skylanders in the fight to save the day with this character pack. Fight off foes with Flip Wreck's special powers to save Skylands. Flip Wreck has taken his place among the Skylanders to protect their homeland — are you prepared to join them?
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5
Great for my daughter
on August 21, 2015
Posted by: Greg
Verified Purchase:Yes
My daughter loves Skylanders and this is another one to add to her collection. She likes it, so everyone is happy!
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The 2-meter USB-C Charge Cable is a charging cable with USB-C connectors on both ends. Use it with the Apple 29W USB-C Power Adapter (sold separately) to conveniently charge your MacBook with USB-C port from a wall outlet. It also supports USB 2 for syncing and data transfer between USB-C devices.
Customer Rating
5
Simple USB-C Cable
on July 5, 2015
Posted by: Greg
Verified Purchase:Yes
There is nothing glamorous or special about this cable. It is a decent length and works in conjunction with Apple's USB-C power adapter to power my MacBook. That is essentially the only use I have for this product as I am not aware of any USB-C peripherals at the moment that I would need to connect to my MacBook. Ultimately, it works as advertised and I have not experienced any problems with the cable. There may be generic versions available that are less expensive, but I have more than one of these cables and none of them appear to have any flaws (no failures). The quality and ease of use makes any premium associated with purchasing an Apple-branded produce of this nature worth it to me.
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The Apple 29W USB-C Power adapter offers fast, efficient charging at home, in the office, or on the go. This adapter is compatible with MacBook computers featuring a USB-C port and requires a USB-C Charge Cable (sold separately).
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5
Works as Advertised
on July 5, 2015
Posted by: Greg
Verified Purchase:Yes
The USB-C power adapter works as advertised. When coupled with a USB-C cable, it powers my MacBook. Ironically enough, I am not sure if I really have any choice but to use this Apple product as I have not seen any generic equivalents available to power my MacBook. On the other hand, ensuring the power adapter supplies the correct current/voltage is important and I have never had an issue with an Apple-branded product of this nature, so any premium in price is worth it to me. I have a couple of these for the sake of convenience when moving the MacBook between home and work. Again, it is a simple product without any frills. It works as advertised.
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Use this ultracompact and convenient USB-based adapter to charge your iPhone or iPod at home, on the road, or whenever it's not connected to a computer.
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5
Powers Apple iOS Devices
on July 5, 2015
Posted by: Greg
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is a power adapter produced by Apple, which means it produces an appropriate current to charge my iOS devices (iPhones in particular, although it can be used with an iPad; it just takes longer to charge). It is a compact size and works well. I have never had an issue with an Apple-branded USB power adapter, which makes it worth any premium I pay over generic equivalents. Personally, I find it convenient to have a couple of these lying around for the sake of convenience.
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Connect your compatible Apple® device to your computer's USB port with this Apple MD819ZM/A cable which features a Lightning connector to help charge and sync your iPad® mini, iPad with Retina, iPhone® 5, 5s or 5c and more.
Customer Rating
5
Good Cable, Longer Length
on July 5, 2015
Posted by: Greg
Verified Purchase:Yes
This cable works as advertised and is a longer length to accommodate greater distances from an outlet. Pretty straightforward. I am not sure if there are generic equivalents available, but I have never had a problem with Apple-branded cables. The lack of quality problems makes any premium worth it to me.
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For centuries before man, dinosaurs ruled the world. When an asteroid wiped them from existence, it seemed they would remain fossils, never to return. Until John Hammond and his scientists found a way to return the prehistoric creatures to their former glory. Unfortunately, his dream of a dinosaur-themed amusement park experienced a bit of hiccup before it could be opened to the public. Now, his vision is a reality, and you have the opportunity to travel to Isla Nublar to enjoy an adventure millions of years in the making. Featuring the full LEGO treatment, LEGO Jurassic World brings you the dinosaurs like you've always imagined.Get ready to experience the thrills, excitement and action of Jurassic Park, The Lost World: Jurassic Park, Jurassic Park III and Jurassic World in full LEGO form with LEGO Jurassic World. Re-live and experience the storylines and key moments of the four films on an all-new LEGO adventure that's 65 million years in the making. Explore the expansive — and dangerous — grounds of Isla Nublar and Isla Sorna, and choose from 20 dinosaurs, including Raptors, Triceratops, Compy and a T. Rex, to wreak havoc. Collect amber and experiment with DNA, just like John Hammond's scientists, to create your own original dinosaurs. Welcome to Jurassic Park.
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5
Fun Lego Game
on June 23, 2015
Posted by: Greg
Verified Purchase:Yes
If you played any other Lego games, this one follows the same formula. Play through the stories, collect studs and players with special abilities, and then go back through again to accomplish tasks that were not accessible in story mode. My daughter loves dinosaurs and this particular Lego games allows her to play as different dinosaurs, which she absolutely loves! If you like other Lego games, this one should not disappoint. It's Legos with dinosaurs!
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Enjoy a refreshing beverage with this MyWater variety pack that features orange, raspberry and lemon-lime flavors for trying different tasty treats.
Customer Rating
4
Great for adding a little flavor.
on April 19, 2015
Posted by: Greg
Verified Purchase:Yes
Love my soda stream, but was looking for something "lighter." These fit the bill. Good flavor/taste. A little goes a long way. Kind of wish the container was a little more user friendly. With the other Soda Stream products, the cap is designed to assist with dispensing the liquid. Not so in this case... The cap is just that, a cap. Using the cap to measure the liquid works, but it also makes a mess when you put the cap back on. Also wish they had more flavors. As an option to spice up sparkling water made with the Soda Stream, these are pretty good. I will be buying them again.
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Keep your notebook in pristine condition with this SmartShell 13-inch rose pink MacBook Air case. This case, which is engineered to fit your MacBook Air like a polycarbonate glove, has rubber feet on the bottom to keep your laptop steady. This two-part SmartShell 13-inch rose pink MacBook Air case snaps on easily, protecting your valuable notebook against everyday damage.
Will this fit a 13.3 in Mac pro
No. The 13" MacBook Pro is a different design. This case will fit the 13.3" MacBook Air only.
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