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- Review count132
- Helpfulness votes429
- First reviewMarch 18, 2014
- Last reviewApril 24, 2024
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- Average rating4.7
- Review comment count1
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- First review commentOctober 23, 2016
- Last review commentOctober 23, 2016
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- First answerFebruary 27, 2016
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Samsung UBD-K8500 4K Ultra HD Smart Blu-ray Player: This HDR-compatible, 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player offers 4x the resolution of a standard Blu-ray player. The built-in UHD upscaling technology enhances the picture quality from standard Blu-ray discs and DVDs, and built-in Wi-Fi allows you to stream 4K movies and shows from your favorite services.Learn more about 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray ›
Customer Rating
4
Looks great, runs well, the remote is too small.
on February 27, 2016
Posted by: Orion
from Columbia, MO
I'm pretty happy with this player so-far. I've had it for 24hrs now and have watched 2 UHD movies and have tested out the 2K to 4K up-conversion. I haven't had a chance to try any of my 3D movies yet. I'm using this player with the Sony xbr55x850C. The UHD movies looked great, the HDR is really beautiful and the up-conversion is noticeable. I will not be re-buying any movies that I currently own on blu-ray but I will only buy 4K discs going forward. I do wish however that they would make 4K 3D or at least provide a 3D Blu-ray disc along with the 4K version.
My Best Buy number: 1058255374
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Exodus: Gods and Kings [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray] [Includes Digital Copy] [2014]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/4856/4856500_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
5
Looks amazing
on February 27, 2016
Posted by: Orion
from Columbia, MO
This movie looks great on my Sony 850C, I am very pleased with the UHD upgrade and will only be buying UHD discs going forward. I only wish they made them in 3D or sold them with a 3D disc so that I don't have to buy another copy to watch the 3D version.
My Best Buy number: 1058255374
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Fantastic Four [4K Ultra HD Blu-ray/Blu-ray] [Includes Digital Copy] [2015]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/4856/4856505_sa.jpg)
Customer Rating
5
Fantastic 4K!
on February 27, 2016
Posted by: Orion
from Columbia, MO
I really enjoyed this movie, and it looks great in 4K. More-so because of the HDR. The contrast is beautiful and the action scenes look amazing. I did not already own this movie on Blu-ray but if I had I would not have purchased this since it is an up conversion from 2K anyway.
My Best Buy number: 1058255374
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy the high-definition video of your favorite PlayStation 3 games as they were meant to be enjoyed by connecting your system to your compatible HDTV or home theater system with this HDMI cable. High-purity copper conductors ensure low resistance and high signal integrity, while 95% copper braid and dual-layer 100% aluminum Mylar foil shields resist external interference. Silver soldering and 24k gold plating combine for high-quality signal transfer, and the convenient smooth-fit insertion force allows the cable to fit into place without damage to connectors or devices.
Customer Rating
5
Great price when on sale! High Quality
on May 16, 2014
Posted by: Orion
from Columbia, MO
I got this as the deal of the day for only $5!! Great quality HDMI cable. One thing I will note is that the picture shows it having a fabric cable cover, when the one I got was rubber.. but I don't think that really matters too much.
My Best Buy number: 1058255374
What's great about it: Quality
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Sit back and bask in the high-definition audio and video of your favorite Xbox 360 games with the help of this 8' HDMI cable, which connects your Xbox 360 system to your compatible HDTV or home theater system. High-purity copper conductors ensure low resistance and high signal integrity, while 95% copper braid and dual-layer 100% aluminum Mylar foil shields resist external interference. Silver soldering and 24k gold plating combine for high-quality signal transfer, and the convenient smooth-fit insertion force allows the cable to fit into place without damage to connectors or devices.
Posted by: Orion
from Columbia, MO
I got this as the deal of the day for only $5!!!! I actually bought a few of them, couldn't be happier with the quality.
My Best Buy number: 1058255374
What's great about it: Good quality
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy your favorite TV shows, movies or sports using this HDTV that features 6.5 ms response time for reducing blurring and streaking during fast action scenes. The 450 cd/m² brightness and 1400:1 contrast ratio ensure clear, detailed images.
Customer Rating
5
Bright and great price
on May 16, 2014
Posted by: Orion
from Columbia, MO
I bought a few of these when they were the deal of the day. Great price and wonderful bulb. So bright. I'm very happy.
My Best Buy number: 1058255374
What's great about it: Bright
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Upgrade your home lighting with this Insignia™ NS-LED60FB dimmable LED light bulb that delivers 800 lumens of light, equivalent to a 60W incandescent bulb, for more than 22 years of illumination. The omnidirectional design provides even lighting.
Customer Rating
5
Very happy, bright bulb!
on May 16, 2014
Posted by: Orion
from Columbia, MO
I am very happy with this bulb. I bought it as the deal of the day for only $9.99. I actually bought 6 of them and installed them around the house. The are wonderful!
My Best Buy number: 1058255374
What's great about it: Bright
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Enjoy stunning visuals and lush, immersive audio with this Sony BDVE3100 1000W 5.1-channel Blu-ray home theater system. To build a complete 3D home theater system, you'll also need a 3D TV, 3D glasses designed for the TV and a high-speed HDMI cable.
Customer Rating
5
Love it! Works great, sounds great!
on April 7, 2014
Posted by: Orion
from Columbia, MO
This is my first 3D player and my first surround sound system. It looks great and sounds awesome! I am very pleased with my purchase! The up-conversion for regular DVD's to HD quality is really nice too, although we don't really watch many regular DVD's anymore.
My Best Buy number: 1058255374
What's great about it: Sounds, 3D quality, Smart apps
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Samsung UN46FH6030FXZA LED HDTV: Watch a variety of entertainment on an impressive 1080p screen with enriched colors and dynamic clarity, and the ability to experience it in 3D.
Customer Rating
5
Great 3D TV, my first and I love it
on April 7, 2014
Posted by: Orion
from Columbia, MO
Internet Connectable?No
We've had this TV for a few months now and have not had any problems. I love it and LOVE being able to watch 3D movies. In fact you can watch anything as 3D with this TV, it allows you to convert TV shows, movies, etc. to 3D, although the made for 3D blu-rays do look better. 3D movies are a bit expensive but I've found that buying them at resale stores cuts the price in half or more!
The only thing I don't like is the curve on the bottom of the remote, you can't press the buttons with it sitting o the table as it is rounded on the bottom and tips to one side or the other, a flat bottom would have been nicer.. but that is such a small complaint, hardly worth mentioning.
I'm very happy with this purchase!!
The only thing I don't like is the curve on the bottom of the remote, you can't press the buttons with it sitting o the table as it is rounded on the bottom and tips to one side or the other, a flat bottom would have been nicer.. but that is such a small complaint, hardly worth mentioning.
I'm very happy with this purchase!!
My Best Buy number: 1058255374
What's great about it: 3D looks fantastic!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Picture Quality
5
Sound Quality
4
Features
4
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Learn moreabout Magnolia PremiumInstallation Watch your favorite movies in stunning detail with these 3D glasses that feature Bluetooth technology for wireless charging via a compatible Bluetooth-enabled wireless charger (not included). The flexible design allows for comfortable wear.
Customer Rating
5
The best 3D glasses I've used!
on April 4, 2014
Posted by: Orion
from Columbia, MO
I LOVE these 3D glasses. We originally bought the cheap $20 battery powered Samsung 3D glasses, which work well, but started falling apart by the 2nd use, and I am very delicate with my tech items.
These glasses are fantastic! Strong frame, sharp 3D images, pairs fast and easy with my Samsung TV. The glare is far less than cheaper brands and having the light shield that you can attach is a huge bonus!
The only downside is that the ear pieces are fairly wide and I have to push them in to get them to rest behind my ears, otherwise it sits on top of my ears, and I think I have a pretty big head. LOL But it really not a big problem as they are so flexible and lightweight.
I HIGHLY recommend these 3D glasses!
My Best Buy number: 1058255374
What's great about it: Rechargeable, optional light shield, low glare
What's not so great: I little wide.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Add high-end performance to your everyday life with the Google Pixel XL. A quad-core processor, a 5.5-inch LED screen and 32GB of memory ensure this phone is able to handle daily life, and Corning Gorilla Glass 4 protects the screen. Easy cloud storage ensures you never run out of space on the Google Pixel XL.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Amazing Phone
By bzm3j81
from Detroit, MI
First and foremost, this phone is amazing. Performance and quality exceed my expectations from Google.
Pro’s:
- Build Quality
- Phone Performance
- Google Assist
- Unlimited photo storage
- Battery life
- Camera!
- Build Quality
- Phone Performance
- Google Assist
- Unlimited photo storage
- Battery life
- Camera!
Con’s:
- Cost
- Lack of some “flagship” features (i.e. IP67 rating, wireless charging, removable storage)
- Cost
- Lack of some “flagship” features (i.e. IP67 rating, wireless charging, removable storage)
Build quality: This phone is solid in your hand from the moment you pick it up. The aluminum body feels solid and the phone has enough weight behind it to sit comfortably in your hand. I was concerned about the glass portion of the back panel, as I cringed every time I put the phone down on a solid surface, but it has endured very well so far and beyond adding a little flair it helps to quickly identify the top from bottom of the phone as I bring it out of my pocket. The front screen is probably the best screen I have ever used on a smart phone, colors are vibrant, the blacks are deep, and I would put it up against any screen that Apple or Samsung produce. It would really be nice if this was IP 67 rated for water resistance and dust resistance.
Performance: The new Qualcomm 821 processor doesn’t seem leaps and bounds above the older 820 model, but there are times where it is noticeable. Transitions are smooth, scrolling is faster and more responsive, and the phone overall just seems more fluid. The finger print reader is very quick. The camera does load faster than my old phone, but isn’t instant.
Software: The new launcher is very smooth. Took a little bit of time to get used to the “pull up” for the app drawer, but it seems much more natural than the old app drawer button. The Google assistant is nice, but seems to be a slightly more powerful Google now… I expect this will get better over time, but right now seems to be a little basic. Verizon did a great job with the phone’s “bloatware”. I haven’t “noticed” the applications and it seems that they can be uninstalled if I want to. (good job guys). Everything seems to work really well, and the 3D touch is really nice for the applications it works with right now (mostly google apps) but as with most of the software, it will just get better with time.
Camera: This is hands down the best camera I have ever used on a phone. I was worried about the lack of OIS (optical image stabilization) but after seeing how well the EIS performs, it really isn’t a concern anymore. Photos look amazing, the stabilization is awesome, and the HDR+ mode is so fast, I do not even know it’s on. Combined with the unlimited Google photos storage, I really don’t mind the 32GB storage size. Low light photos are amazing and the autofocus is fast. Colors look amazing. I really can’t say enough about this thing. I do wish it had OIS to cover those situations where EIS struggles (lose some details in low light with HDR+ and shaky hands) but I do not think it’s needed overall.
Battery: bottom line, rock solid. I run my phones hard, and normally have to charge them in the car to and from work. (sometimes even at work). But no issues with this Pixel XL. The Qualcomm 821 processor combined with the OLED screen seem to have really helped battery life out. I am looking at 18 hours of life today alone and that’s with about 7 hours of screen time on.)
If you are in the market for a phone, and you have the money, this phone will not disappoint.
Orion
Columbia, MO
3D Touch?
October 23, 2016
I've read that it does not have a pressure sensitive screen, so no 3D touch. Not sure what your referring to, haptic touch?
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Grill and brown food to tasty perfection all-year-round with virtually no smoke thanks to the Philips Smoke-less Indoor BBQ Grill. Advanced infrared technology and special reflectors guide heat to the grid for delicious, evenly grilled food. The drip tray underneath remains cool so there is up to 80% less smoke and minimal splattering when cooking.
did it char like an outdoor grill? Thinking about getting this since we can no longer have outdoor grills in our complex.
No, it does not. The chicken I cooked took about 22 minutes and had no burned/chared areas at all. It's still a great grill, you just have to get used to the non open flame taste for some things.
6 years, 9 months ago
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Orion
Showcase video adventures in Full HD with this 24.5-inch HP Omen gaming display. Its 144Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response time let you play fast-action games seamlessly, and it has HDMI, DisplayPort and USB 3.0 ports for versatile connectivity. This HP Omen gaming display has a built-in headphone hook for easy organization.
Is this a Freesync monitor? I keep getting conflicting information.
Yes, I have this monitor and can confirm it does have "Gaming - FreeSync" Viewing Mode.
6 years, 10 months ago
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Orion
Samsung UBD-K8500 4K Ultra HD Smart Blu-ray Player: This HDR-compatible, 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player offers 4x the resolution of a standard Blu-ray player. The built-in UHD upscaling technology enhances the picture quality from standard Blu-ray discs and DVDs, and built-in Wi-Fi allows you to stream 4K movies and shows from your favorite services.Learn more about 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray ›
When is this going to be available to order? Keeps on saying sold out online
I was able to snag one Open-Box online, and it was delivered the next day. I tried like 20 times and finally was able to get one. I just kept checking the site like every hour and adding it to my cart and trying to check out, lol. Persistence pays. :) The unit I received still had all the plastic wrap and my guess is that whoever owned it before me only had it to review it. Keep tyring!!
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