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- Review count9
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- First reviewAugust 5, 2013
- Last reviewMarch 31, 2016
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- Average rating4.4
- Review comment count3
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- First review commentJune 8, 2012
- Last review commentMay 2, 2017
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Google Chromecast Audio: Stream your favorite music with Google Chromecast Audio. Simply plug into your speaker's auxiliary input and connect to your Wi-Fi network. Then just tap the Cast button from your favorite apps on your phone, tablet or computer to cast songs, radio stations and podcasts to your speaker.
Posted by: Broderick
from Provo, UT
I now have 5 of these in our house to replace/hook into the bluetooth speakers we had in each room. They work extremely well for any app that supports casting to them (almost all apps), and they can mirror your device's whole audio for apps that don't. They aren't the perfect solution though, there is significant lag when mirroring audio, which makes them unusable for trying to watch video on your device's screen and audio over the chromecast. They can also be occasionally buggy at times, but overall, work very well. The main reason we got them is to avoid having to track down which device is connected the bluetooth speaker, then disconnect it so yours can connect. With Chromecast you can simply "cast" to the speaker and it will override what is playing currently. The audio quality is excellent for apps that support casting. Others can control volume and play/pause what is playing on any of the chromecasts through the google cast app. I do wish the google cast app wasn't so content-centric and defaulted to device-view first.
My Best Buy number: 2763559238
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Keep a medium-size room at a comfortable temperature with this Bionaire BCH9212R-U mini tower heater that features an elongated heating element that efficiently produces 5,120 BTUs. LCD controls and a remote ensure simple operation.
Posted by: Broderick
from Provo, UT
We use this to keep our nursery warm despite it being naturally the coldest room in the house. It is able to heat our 200 or so sq ft room no problem and keep it at whatever temperature we set it at. No part on the heater gets hot enough to burn a child, which is a plus and it has an auto shut off when it gets tipped over. That being said, our first one died on us after only 2 weeks and we had to exchange it (2nd one is working great now for 3-4 months).
My Best Buy number: 2763559238
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Hit the gym with these Monster adidas Sport adistar 128648-00 headphones, which feature Bluetooth technology for a wireless connection to your MP3 player and a water-resistant design. Pure Monster Sound technology delivers rich, powerful audio.
Posted by: Broderick
from Provo, UT
I was hesitant to buy these due to the lack of pretty much any reviews (apart from the glowing praise here) across the internet. However, these are by far the best bluetooth earbuds I have owned. Before these I had the backbeat go2 and then then the backbeat fit. the Go2's would not stay in the ear well and died frequently (BestBuy protection plan FTW). The Fit's were extremely uncomfortable, did not get loud enough , and didn't have sound isolation. I do have to say that the Fit's were very well built and might work for you, but not me. Then these Adidas buds - amazing! The ear hooks work extremely well and can hold up to extremely rigorous exercise and are quite comfortable. Sound quality is great. The cord seems rather weak, but we'll see how it holds up. I highly recommend getting a protection plan, as bluetooth earbuds have a tendency to bite the dust and batteries fade over time. Also, these do not protrude from the ears as much as the Go2's did, making me look less like Frankenstein's monster.
My Best Buy number: 2763559238
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Turn your headphones, car stereo or wired speakers into Bluetooth receivers with this Tzumi 3765BB Bluetooth adapter, which comes with auxiliary and micro USB cables for connection to a wide variety of devices.
Posted by: Broderick
from Provo, UT
Decent way to turn a stereo or wired headphones into bluetooth ones. However, please Tzumi, turn down your freaking voice notifications! The voice notifications don't follow the volume buttons, so there's no way to change it, and it screams in your ear when turning off or on.
My Best Buy number: 2763559238
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Only at Best BuyInsignia™ Flex 10.1" Tablet: This tablet features a 10.1" touch-screen display and 1280 x 800 resolution for simple navigation and bright, clear images. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth offer flexible connectivity.
Posted by: Broderick
from Provo, UT
The tablet is decently speedy for the low price and I love that it has almost stock android (and screen casting to chromecast native support). I also love the volume buttons right on the navbar. However, mine constantly disconnected from wifi and it was just a little too slow.
My Best Buy number: 2763559238
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Enjoy high-speed networking with this ASUS Wi-Fi four-port Gigabit router. The 2.4GHz and 5GHz dual-band transmissions enhance signal strength, and the Gigabit Ethernet ports deliver reliable performance. This ASUS Wi-Fi four-port Gigabit router has two built-in USB ports for printer, file and 3G sharing, and the download master enables wireless data storage.
Posted by: Broderick
from Provo, UT
I use it in...:Small home
This router is replacing my already good, but aging, Asus n56u. The signal strength on this router blows my old one out of the router. I live on a quarter acre lot and I get pretty much full strength anywhere in the house and outside it anywhere in the yard. It is very simple to set up, and support separate 2.4 Ghz and 5 Ghz ssid's and up to 6 guest networks. I highly recommend this router to anyone. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have if you post a comment :)
My Best Buy number: 2763559238
What's great about it: Awesome signal strength and features
What's not so great: nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
Ease of Use
5
Performance
5
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Enjoy your movies, TV shows and video games in brilliant high definition with this 32" flat-panel LCD HDTV that features 4 HDMI inputs and a PC input for easy integration into your home entertainment center.
Customer Rating
5
Great Price for a Great TV
on November 25, 2013
Posted by: Broderick
from Provo, UT
Internet Connectable?No
Verified Purchase:Yes
This screen is a fantastic value, and even comes with a build-in DVD player. This is perfect for a TV that you plan on having as a stand alone, mounted on the wall. The internal speakers aren't bad. It does not have smart functionality, but you can always hook up a roku or apple TV to it.
My Best Buy number: 2763559238
My Best Buy number: 2763559238
What's great about it: Build in DVD player, Cheap
What's not so great: A bit thick
I would recommend this to a friend!
Picture Quality
4
Sound Quality
3
Features
3
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Stay connected with this T-Mobile Prepaid Nokia Lumia 521 cell phone, which features 4G speed for fast data transfer and a Windows Phone 8 operating system for an easy-to-use interface. The 5.0MP digital camera captures vivid photos and video clips.
Customer Rating
4
Great Camera, miss the camera flash/flashlight
on August 20, 2013
Posted by: Broderick
from Provo, UT
Age:25-34
Phone size:Compact
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is a great cheap phone if you are looking to get a t-mobile plan and want to bring your own phone. It works wonderfully and is very well built. It has very good battery life, and a great signal. I'm a fan of windows 8, but miss all the apps of android.
My Best Buy number: 2763559238
My Best Buy number: 2763559238
What's great about it: Small, Compact, Windows 8
What's not so great: no flashlight/camera flash
I would recommend this to a friend!
Picture Quality
5
Battery Life
5
Sound Quality
5
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Enjoy your favorite tracks with this Kenwood KDC-BT555U in-dash CD receiver, which features a front auxiliary input for easy connection of an Apple iPod or other audio device. System Q and Supreme sound technologies offer a stunning listening experience.
Customer Rating
5
Fantastic Receiver at a Great Price
on August 5, 2013
Posted by: Broderick
from Provo, UT
I love my new Kenwood receiver. I price matched it with amazon and got it for only 115! I had this installed by geek squad in my hyundai sonata, and it works fantastically well. The bluetooth functionality for streaming music from my android phone is my favorite part. One thing to note, the music controls work with any audio player on android, not just pandora. Phone calls come through clear and loud with the provided mic, and people can hear me well. The receiver has fantastic audio quality. If you have any questions, just ask :)
My Best Buy number: 2763559238
What's great about it: Works with android, bluetooth, great sound quality
What's not so great: nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
Sound Quality
5
Ease of Use
5
Features
5
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HTC EVO 4G APX325CKT Cell Phone for Sprint: Hold the world in the palm of your hand with this feature-rich phone. The 8.0MP digital camera lets you capture candid moments in brilliant color while Beats Audio lets you enjoy your favorite songs with minimal distortion. Organize your calendar, update social media and send text messages without missing a beat by using the Recent Apps button.Sprint Easy Pay option available in store. Learn more ›
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5The REAL iPhone Killer
By vichoff
from Alpine, CA
Was hell to get this phone...but well worth it.
I waffled a lot on this vs the pending Samsung Galaxy S III. After much agonizing am many video and web reviews read, I decided that the only things that had me interested in the Samsung was the software gimicks...and these gimicks weren't getting great reviews. Hardware wise the EVO won out. Man am I glad. The minute you get this thing in your hands you will wonder how something could feel so solid...yet thin and light beyond belief....and it looks great too! Love the read strip (kickstand) across the back as it reminds me of a race car..
PROS: The screen will knock your sock off, the speed (when connected to wi-fi) is amazing there is no stutter or lag in screen transistions. The phone is just solid. Yeah IMHO it looks great...but it is solid. The phone is THIN. This phone DWARFs my work iPhone 4...but I'd rather have this in my front shirt pocket than my iPhone...it's so thing and light you hardly notice it is there. The HTC Sense Interface is a pleasure and much improved over my OG EVO. NOTE: Regarding "slow" 3G speeds. When I first got the phone I did think that it seemed awefully slow for 3G...after all my iPhone is 3G and it seemed much faster....then I went into the network settings and switched the phone to CDMA only (LTE doesn't exist yet on Sprint) and noticed an immediate improvement.
CONS: The only thing that is somewhat infuriating about getting this phone is that Sprint says that "they would be happy to grandfather my 4G Hotspot plan" from my original EVO but that it isn't "compatible" with my LTE phone." WHAT? It's the price and rules that I want grandfathered....not the darn technology behind it. You sold me the EVO with the understanding that it was the first 4G phone...preparing me for the future...you switched to LTE before rolling out much wiMax and now you are forcing me to a 2 GB LIMITED plan or a $49 5 or 6 GB limited plan. On the previous plan 4G was UNLIMITED...and 3G was limited to 5GB. Now I have settled for a 2GB plan at $19.99 and have once again to TRUST that you will attempt your LTE roll out better than you did the WiMax roll out. Not enough to make me switch to ATT or the ridiculously overpriced and overhyped Verizon....but it gives me flashback to the Sprint of 5 years ago that was always dead last in customer service.
That said, this is the BEST Smartphone I have ever owned and the best smartphone I have every played around with. I check out phones constantly in the stores and this is just a joy. And as long as Sprint doesn't stray to far they are the best priced option out there. Word of caution Sprint...keep your data, texting etc unlimited...the minute you go to a limited or throttled situation....I'm out cause I can get that anywhere.
Love this phone!
Broderick
Hotspot Capability
June 8, 2012
Thanks for the great review, I'll be getting this phone soon for sure! As for the hotspot concern, just root the phone. It's very simple, you can find instructional videos on XDA to help you do it. This will allow you to use your hotspot for free (on 3g right now, and 4g when lte networks pop up), while also having no data caps! :)
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This 50" VIZIO E-Series E500AR HDTV supports 1080p resolution for detailed high-definition visuals and features a 100,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio for sharp images. Three HDMI inputs simplify connection of a Blu-ray player or other peripherals.
Overall
1 out of 5
1 out of 5Save yourself the hassle.
By SkaterBruski
from Brooklyn
I had to return an Insignia 50 inch 1080p 120 hz because it kept turning off and on, so I decided maybe I'd go with a better brand, so I picked up this TV instead. What a mistake. I ended up paying more money for worse quality. It says 1080p, but all of my Blue Ray movies never hit that realistic finish I'd become used to on my old set. The quality is good, but not good enough to justify this as a 1080p tv.
The sound is the worst I've seen. It's too low, and when raised, makes the worst noises ever. Needless to say I'll be returning this for yet another television.
Broderick
Provo, UT
Realistic FInish
March 26, 2013
That "realistic finish" that you are talking about is a result of the 120 hz of your insignia vs the 60 hz of this one. The 120hz makes movies seem very "real", but also makes them lose their cinematic "movie finish", so they look more like they are shot from a handheld camera and seem very real-life. I own a 120hz tv and actually turned it down to 60hz, because I didn't prefer the look of 120hz.
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Only at Best Buy Lenovo Yoga 720 Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Upgrade your work system with this Lenovo Yoga 720 laptop. Its speedy Core i7 processor keeps up with your work needs, and its 8GB of RAM ensures zero lag time. The 256GB of storage provides room for your media files, all of which display stunningly on the full HD resolution of this Lenovo Yoga 720 laptop. The wide-angle touch-screen display of this Lenovo Yoga laptop has ultra-thin bezels to let you see more of your videos.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5It's perfect
By CDB95
This thing is awesome, I use it for college and the laptop works well with every area i have to study (calculus, Speech and communication, chemistry,biology) it's the new and improved Lenovo 710. It had no problem handling large presentations as well as running photoshop or video editing software.
Broderick
May 2, 2017
How did you hook it up to the projector/screen for the presentation? Have you found a good dongle/dock that works with the usb-c port?
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Enjoy high-speed networking with this ASUS Wi-Fi four-port Gigabit router. The 2.4GHz and 5GHz dual-band transmissions enhance signal strength, and the Gigabit Ethernet ports deliver reliable performance. This ASUS Wi-Fi four-port Gigabit router has two built-in USB ports for printer, file and 3G sharing, and the download master enables wireless data storage.
can I use Network Magic wireless with the Asus RT-N66R?
You should be able to, as Cisco Network Magic is a software program that runs on your computer and not your router. However, network magic is known to not be compatible with some routers (even some cisco routers). The only way to find out for sure is to install it and try it out.
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