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Control everything from lighting to your refrigerator in your home with this all in one Samsung Mesh WiFi Router and Smart Home Hub. Not only does it deliver an optimized Wi-Fi signal to every corner of your home, it also works as a SmartThings Hub, connecting compatible cameras, lights, voice assistants, and more to create your smart home. Now you can manage your Wi-Fi and all your smart devices from the palm of your hand with this Samsung Mesh WiFi Router and Smart Home Hub.
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1
A Nightmare to Setup
on June 28, 2017
Posted by: kwilks3
Upon receiving this item, I followed the quick start guide and proceeded to attempt to setup this router system. After several failed attempts of the app trying to locate the hardware via cellular data, I hooked up my old router, then connected the first base, then over WiFi and after a few more tries, I was able to connect to the first base. This took about 30 minutes of resets and waiting for the app to find the device. This unfortunately was the case for the next two bases as well. It took almost an hour to connect all three bases. I almost gave up. This was a complete nightmare. After all three bases were finally connected, there was an update rendered them useless for another 15 minutes. After everything was up and running, I ran speed tests, and I was getting great speeds, 180Mbps on average when right next to the bases. If I got about 10 to 15 feet from a base my download speed drops dramatically. I would get around 50-60Mbps. That's a dramatic fall off. Strange thing is that my upload speed would always be around the same, which was 23Mbps on avg. On top of this the whole system is unstable, meaning I would get dropouts from network while trying to stream videos. I had to re-enable the WiFi on the main router to be able to consistently stream a movie. Since this product is brand new, Samsung may not of worked all the bugs out of it. It is quite possible that a firmware update may fix this, but for now, I can not recommend this product. Especially when they say this kit will give you 4500 sq ft of coverage, and simply walking a few steps away from a base dramatically reduced your speeds or drops your connection entirely.
My Best Buy number: 0778824631
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Toss this waterproof LifeProof AQUAPHONICS speaker in the pool and watch it float. The crisp audio doesn't stop for snow, dirt or ice, and this Bluetooth-enabled speaker can withstand a drop from 1.2m. The battery of this LifeProof AQUAPHONICS speaker keeps going for 15 hours, and it charges your phone while it's playing.
Customer Rating
4
Rugged Outdoor Bluetooth Speaker
on June 23, 2017
Posted by: kwilks3
As soon as I received this I opened it up and set it up so that I could do some yard work and listen to some music. It was raining on and off today. At times there were fairly heavy down pours, but I figured the speaker would be fine, and it was. Absolutely no issue with it being rained on. Bluetooth range was great. I was able to walk around in my backyard without going out of range. Now the sound is where this speaker loses a star. It has plenty of volume, and doesn't distort, even at max volume, but it lacks decent bass. I'm assuming this is because of the water proof nature of this speaker. It just doesn't have that "full" sound I would expect for a speaker at this price point. If you're looking for a rugged waterproof bluetooth speaker, this is the one for you. If you prefer a nice full range sound, you may want to look elsewhere.
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Samsung - POWERbot™ Wi-Fi Connected Pet Plus Robot Vacuum with FullView Sensor™ 2.0 - Satin Titanium
Take care of all floor work with this Samsung POWERbot Slim robot vacuum. Its CycloneForce separation technology provides 40 times stronger suction than conventional vacuums for more efficient cleaning while preventing clogging. The Wi-Fi connectivity and Alexa compatibility of this Samsung POWERbot Slim robot vacuum let you operate it remotely from your smartphone or via voice command.
Customer Rating
5
Pleasantly Surprised
on June 17, 2017
Posted by: kwilks3
Upon receiving this, I thought that there is no way that it could come close to the other vacuum I love that starts with D and ends with N. But after running it a couple times I was very impressed. The "AI" works very well, and it is able to navigate my house without much issue. Every once in a while it would get stuck under a bed, or suck up a shoe lace, but after that learning curve, I was able to get it to run my whole house without issue. I have two dogs and a cat, so pet hair is an issue that come with owning pets. The past few days I had this vacuum run twice a day, and it does a phenomenal job. It will run for about 15 minutes before it needs to return to the base to recharge. I had mine set on "Maximum" suck setting. While this vacuum doesn't do quite as well as my standard vacuum on one pass, being able to run this one twice a day without lifting a finger makes up for it.
One minor issue is the Samsung Home app that controls this robot vacuum via WiFi will not work on a "rooted" Android device, but I was able to run it from my iPhone without any issues.
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This is more than just a speaker - it's a journey. Starting from the very basic elements of sound and speakers, your children will build a deeper understanding as they move toward assembling their Speaker Cube. At every step, exploration is encouraged and curiosity is rewarded.
Customer Rating
5
Fun Project
on May 24, 2017
Posted by: kwilks3
My daughter, who is 10, and I put this together today. We downloaded the Bose app and followed the directions. This is a great explanation and representation on how speakers work. My daughter got a real kick out of making the paper speaker. She didn't think it would make any noise. We didn't get a chance to make one out of anything else because she wanted to put the main speaker together. She also really enjoyed being able to change the colors. Overall, it tool us about 20 minutes to go through the steps to make the paper and regular speaker. She really enjoyed it, and was happy she got a cool new lighted speaker to use in her room. The only downside to this speaker/project is that it has to be plugged in to be able to use it. There is no rechargeable battery.
My Best Buy number: 0778824631
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Relax and listen with these Master & Dynamic wireless over-ear headphones. The 45mm neodymium drivers blast sound straight into your ears for up to 16 hours, yet they remain comfortable thanks to the padded ear cups. Connect these Master & Dynamic wireless over-ear headphones to your compatible smartphone or laptop via Bluetooth 4.1 to enjoy easy streaming.
Customer Rating
4
Great Set of Cans!
on May 21, 2017
Posted by: kwilks3
I was so excited and had high expectations when I opened these, and they did not disappoint. The build on these are amazing. No cheap plastic anywhere to be seen. The ear cups are super soft and comfortable to wear, and do a fairly decent job of noise canceling of ambient sound. Also, I wear glasses, and the cups don't put any pressure on them, so I can wear the MW60's without any fatigue. The head band does not slide adjust at all, it just fits right, hard to explain, but works perfectly. Bluetooth was easy to connect and has fantastic range. The sound is great. I like to listen to music un-EQ'd or flat. That being said, these have excellent mids and highs, and there is a good separation of frequencies(not muddy), they just need a little help on the low end(punch). It could be that they need to "break-in". The only reason I took a * away was because of the price. I have other sets of cans that are cheaper that sound better IMO, but nowhere near the quality of build and materials used.
My Best Buy number: 0778824631
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Meet your large household’s high-bandwidth requirements with this tri-band Linksys Max-Stream Wi-Fi router. It performs at up to 4 Gbps for high-speed Internet access, and its MU-MIMO technology lets everyone at home enjoy smooth, simultaneous gaming and media streaming on multiple devices. This Linksys Max-Stream Wi-Fi router has six adjustable external antennas for maximum area coverage
Customer Rating
5
Love it!
on May 21, 2017
Posted by: kwilks3
This is a fantastic router. Range, speed, and connection quality are fantastic. I have mine setup in Tri-Band mode, and the speed is always there. I don't have any issues with connection quality, ie drop-outs. The parental controls are awesome. You can select specific devices and times to block WiFi/internet access to. This is perfect for kids/teenagers that are trying to play video games late on school nights. The Linksys user interface is easy to use and navigate. I have a lot of devices in this house, 20+ easily, and haven't had any issues with slowdowns. I don't have any experience with 4K streaming, but I have had two TV's streaming Netflix and Vudu, a PS4 and PC playing video games without any noticeable slowdowns/buffering or lag. Amazing!
My Best Buy number: 0778824631
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Take your tunes anywhere with this LifeProof AQUAPHONICS speaker. This floating waterproof device is submersible in up to 1m of water for 30 minutes, and it deflects damage from snow, ice and dirt. Pair this LifeProof AQUAPHONICS speaker with up to eight Bluetooth devices, and use the included dry box for storing keys and cards.
Customer Rating
3
Rugged Bluetooth Speaker with Average Sound
on May 21, 2017
Posted by: kwilks3
I was very excited when I received this speaker. I had high expectations due to specs and the brands reputation. I was instantly disappointed once I started to listen to the speaker. For a speaker this size and price, it has tiny/small speaker sound. The sound clarity is ok at low to mid volume, but sounds breaks up after about 2/3'd volume. This speaker also doesn't have any bass. It's all mids and highs. Not what I was expecting at all for a bluetooth speaker in this price range. If you were at the beach, with all the sounds from everything going on, this speaker would be hard to hear. Inside, or in a private setting outside this speaker would be ok. The "dry box" is small, and might fit a few credit cards and some cash, but that's about it. Was hoping to at least be able to put a phone in there.
Pros:
-Rugged and water proof. Perfect for outdoor situations.
-Great battery life
-Rugged and water proof. Perfect for outdoor situations.
-Great battery life
Cons:
-Price
-Sub par sound for this size and price
-Sound distorts easily
-Price
-Sub par sound for this size and price
-Sound distorts easily
My Best Buy number: 0778824631
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Keep your beard groomed with this Panasonic hair trimmer. It has sharp blades positioned at 45 degrees for optimal cutting with minimum discomfort, and it has 19 trim settings to get your hair to the precise desired length. The rubberized grip on this Panasonic hair trimmer lets you maintain control to eliminate accidents.
Customer Rating
5
Love it.
on May 8, 2017
Posted by: kwilks3
I've been using this to trim my face and hair. It has plenty of power, and I haven't yet had to charge it since I got it about a week ago. I use it every other day to trim my face and I trimmed the sides and back of my hair, and neck, and it's still going strong. It works great. I was getting my hair cut every two weeks, but now I'll use this to trim my sides, and won't have to go that often to get it cut.
My Best Buy number: 0778824631
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Experience high-quality sound anywhere with this Polk Audio BOOM Bit wearable Bluetooth speaker. Its steel spring clip attaches it securely to your clothing, providing great audio without blocking out noise from the surroundings. The 3-hour battery life of this compact Polk Audio BOOM Bit wearable Bluetooth speaker keeps the tunes coming on any adventure.
Customer Rating
3
Not Much Better Than iPhone Speaker
on April 22, 2017
Posted by: kwilks3
First thing first, the speaker on my iPhone 6s is just about as loud as this speaker. They both have about the same sound quality, but the "Bit" has slightly more bass. The controls are cumbersome. Holding buttons for 2 -3 seconds to go forward or back a song is just a bad design, and a pain IMO. A double tap would work much better. I tried to use this at my work, an automotive production plant, and I could barely hear the speaker. It worked good for clipping it to the neck of my shirt and doing chores around the house, but I could have just put my iPhone in my pocket and have about the same result. I would only recommend this is your are in an area where it is somewhat quiet to listen to this speaker.
My Best Buy number: 0778824631
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Hear every footstep, click and breath with this Razer Kraken digital gaming headset. The powerful 50mm drivers have neodymium magnets so that they produce exceptional sound directly to your ear, and the included microphone picks up speech clearly. This Razer Kraken digital gaming headset connects to a USB port for easy setup.
Customer Rating
3
Comfortable, But Has A Few Flaws.
on March 25, 2017
Posted by: kwilks3
When you first plug in them into the USB port, it will automatically install Synapse 2.0. You will need to create an account to use it. It sync's your profile, kind of like how Steam works. There is also an option to go "Offline". I highly recommend this option, as I was having issues with it trying to connect to their server when I first started my PC. This was essentially locking up the software, and I couldn't use it. This software is required to make the virtual 7.1 sound work, that's right, virtual 7.1. These are standard stereo headphones with a software surround sound option, that in my opinion, messed up the direction of sound in most games I've played. It will also allow you to change your colors and tweak the mic and EQ settings. Having used them all weekend long, I have determined that the Virtual 7.1 surround sound to be annoying. The standard 2.0 stereo sound option yielded much better sound to me. Especially in Black Ops 3. And let's talk about the sound. I would say the sound quality is just ok. To me, they sound a bit hollow. I've tried using the EQ to fix the sound, but nothing really worked for me. Also the cord makes a lot of noise in the ear piece when it rubs up on your clothes. The mic works really well, and it's very easy to get it out of the way. Also I've worn these for hours on end with glasses on, and no fatigue at all. They are very comfortable.
Honestly, I have a set of earbuds that I regularly use that sound much better than this gaming headset in my opinion. If you really need a mic, this would be a viable option for you.
My Best Buy number: 0778824631
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Upgrade your entertainment setup with the Core Innovations 150” Home Theater Projector - White (CPJ600WHBY). With an adjustable screen size between 32”-150”, this projector is perfect for solo gaming marathons or an immersive movie night experience with the entire family. Stream videos, view photos or play your favorite games by linking your preferred device to this projector via numerous versatile connections, including HDMI, VGA, USB, Micro SD and AV.
Is this a battery operated projector?
Upgrade your entertainment setup with the Core Innovations 150” Home Theater Projector - White (CPJ600WHBY). With an adjustable screen size between 32”-150”, this projector is perfect for solo gaming marathons or an immersive movie night experience with the entire family. Stream videos, view photos or play your favorite games by linking your preferred device to this projector via numerous versatile connections, including HDMI, VGA, USB, Micro SD and AV.
Does this projector come with the cords needed to connect to a laptop or do I need to purchase it separately,
No cables are included. You will have to buy what you need.
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Upgrade your entertainment setup with the Core Innovations 150” Home Theater Projector - White (CPJ600WHBY). With an adjustable screen size between 32”-150”, this projector is perfect for solo gaming marathons or an immersive movie night experience with the entire family. Stream videos, view photos or play your favorite games by linking your preferred device to this projector via numerous versatile connections, including HDMI, VGA, USB, Micro SD and AV.
Can you hook up this device to a cable box
Control your home’s heating and cooling system remotely with this LUX Wi-Fi thermostat. The Android and iOS companion app supports geofencing, smart scheduling and personalization settings for efficiency, and compatibility with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa offers convenient voice control. This LUX Wi-Fi thermostat works with electric, gas, oil and forced-air systems for versatility.
does this thermostat need a C wire?
Experience the ultimate in FHD gaming graphics with this 24.5-inch HP 25X display. A smoother gaming experience with sharper, cleaner details is provided by a display that refreshes 144 times per second, while the micro-edge design provides ultra-wide, seamless viewing. The stand on this HP 25X display has a 100mm range of motion, making it easy to position for your comfort level.
Does this monitor rotate to be used in portrait mode?
Use this Razer gaming keyboard to navigate your favorite games with precision. The soft cushioned keys offer a comfortable typing experience, and it lets you program individual keys and assign macros for quicker, more confident keystrokes. This Razer gaming keyboard has customizable backlit RGB lighting for playing in darker environments.
What switches does this keyboard use? Orange, green or purple?
Brown, It says it in the title of the keyboard.
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Connect favorite peripherals to this Acer Aspire laptop. Four USB ports let you connect accessories, transfer files or charge a cellphone while you work, and HDMI outputs make dual-screen functionality possible. Access nearby wireless networks with this Acer Aspire laptop and stream videos or upload your own images captured with the built-in HD webcam.
Is the graphics good enough to play games like Life Is Strange and COD?
Unfortunately, no. It has an integrated Intel HD 520 with no dedicated video RAM. If your looking for a laptop to play those titles, look for one that come with at least and Nvidia GTX 940M. I believe to upgraded version of this laptop comes with that option.
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