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Keep floors clean effortlessly with this Dyson cordless vacuum cleaner. Its powerful cleaner head removes ground-in dirt from carpets. The built-in HEPA filter in this Dyson cordless vacuum cleaner removes allergens from your living environment, and the vacuum transforms to a hand-held for spot cleaning.
Customer Rating
5
The best battery operated vacuum!
on March 20, 2017
Posted by: btb2k
from Salt Lake City, UT
This is quite simply one of the best most portable vacuums I've ever tried, period. Having owned a number of vacuums, from the canister style, to the uprights, and to the bag-less uprights I have to say this beats them all for a good number of reasons.
1. Probably most important, this vacuum though it's small and light has a surprisingly strong amount of suction which can be controlled to either a high or low setting based on what's appropriate for the floor you're cleaning.
2. Just about as important as the first point, both the small and large heads are motorized - a huge improvement over others similar to this one.
3. It's battery life so far seems perfect for cleaning 4-5 average size rooms, and a couple hallways with either hard wood or carpet floors. In fact, I've not yet run it completely dead with cleaning 3 bedrooms, a hallway, stairs, a hardwood floor dining room and hallway with rugs. Granted, I wasn't running it on the "high" setting the whole time (only on the heavy carpets in the 3 rooms) so your mileage may vary based on how you use it.
4. It's light, in fact surprisingly light considering the power and battery life it has which makes it perfect for quick daily touch up cleaning so you really don't ever need to dig out the good ole canister vac ever again except for the occasional deep cleans.
5. The convenient wall mount is perfect so it's always ready to go when you need it and keeps it neatly organized put away.
6. The canister is SO easy to clean and doesn't make a mess. Simply pull the lever while over a waste bin and it's emptied. Then close it and close the bottom.
The only thing that I've had issues with is vacuuming lightweight rugs where it'll just hold on to it... but you'd have the same problem with any other good vacuum that has good suction so not really a bad thing! While it feels built well and out of good materials, I do worry about long term durability considering it's made of lightweight plastic and aluminum. So, I'd say it would very likely not hold up to well against falls on a hard floor like tile or wood and I'm not sure how well it'd hold up around the kids if they were to get a hold of it. On that note, and outside of that, this is a fantastic machine and I'd recommend it to anyone that's in the market for a new vacuum and wants something that makes it easy to stay on top of keeping all of your floors clean.
My Best Buy number: 0953694714
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Work, play and communicate with this Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 featuring a 2.15 GHz + 1.6 GHz quad core processor. This versatile tablet has an ultra-clear Super AMOLED display, so you can watch HD movies on the go. Capture and share your world with the 13MP camera in this Samsung Galaxy Tab S3’s, which features an integrated flash for great results in low light.
Customer Rating
5
Cutting edge, best tablet out there right now!
on March 16, 2017
Posted by: btb2k
from Salt Lake City, UT
Finally, a tablet that's an excellent upgrade for someone who has an older tablet or is shopping for a solid tablet. I have an iPad mini 3 and an iPad 2 and I have to say this tablet is a solid competitor to the iPad.
The overall look and feel of this tablet is top notch with a premium look having the glass back and front screen. It's thin but handles really well and just feels well built. Being mostly glass of course it does attract finger prints but they're very easily cleaned off and really not noticeable on the screen unless the screen is off.
Setup is quick and easy and fortunately isn't pre-loaded with tons of stuff you'll never use. The screen resolution is perfect with nice saturated colors and solid brightness (which even works well in sunlight). Movies look awesome with the HDR display, again with a super sharp picture and wide color gamut, very impressed!
Performance wise this tablet is fast loading apps and games with good all around performance. Out of the box with all of my apps installed it's still zippy. The fingerprint reader works great and was also easy to setup in the initial setup. I'd say this fingerprint reader does even better than my phone does and is quicker too and has good integration with the latest Android OS that's installed. This tablet has the best sound of any tablet I've used, hands down. Watching movies almost sounds like it's in surround sound with nice loud full sound. The best part is the sound matches the orientation of the tablet so you always get the best sound regardless of whether the tablet is in portrait or landscape mode. The camera on this tablet is absolutely by far the best one I've ever used/seen on a tablet (and it even has a flash).
In terms of productivity this tablet has it all, especially combined with the keyboard cover (sold separately) which I would say is a must have if you plan to do email or writing outside of using the included pen. The pen works great and seriously is one of my favorite things as Samsung has really improved the feel of this one. In short, it feels even more natural to use than any I've used so far. Battery life on this tablet, is superb lasting many hours of use during my testing and charging is quick with the included USB fast charger. One thing to be aware of is this tablet uses the new USB-C cable, meaning all of your microUSB cables won't work. Definitely not a deal breaker but something to be aware of in case you want to charge it or plug it in and don't have a USB-C cable handy.
Overall, I'd definitely recommend this tablet as a perfect upgrade for someone that's looking for a good tablet that's powerful and nice enough to not only be a good top notch entertainment device for games movies and more but one that's solid for productivity needs. The only negative thing I'd have to say about it in all the testing I've put it through since receiving it is not even about the tablet itself, but the keyboard cover which is nice but it's easy to confuse which way is front/back and if you open it the wrong way you could easily drop it accidentally (which I've almost done not just once but a couple times).
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Microsoft Wireless Mobile Mouse 3500: Designed for portability, this wireless mouse features BlueTrack technology for use on nearly any surface, a nano transceiver that can be stored in the mouse or in your laptop for convenience and an ambidextrous design for comfortable use.
Customer Rating
5
Great simple mouse!
on February 28, 2017
Posted by: btb2k
from Salt Lake City, UT
Perfect for the everyday use and is of good quality for the money. Microsoft mice have always been my go to as they tend to be reliable and last a long time. If you're shopping for a decent small mouse look no further, this will probably do the job unless you have a different preference for feel or features.
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Track your heart rate, listen to music or talk hands-free on these JBL in-ear headphones. The ergonomic ear tips twist into your ear and stay in place with TwistLock technology without causing discomfort. These durable, sweat-proof JBL in-ear headphones have a battery life of up to 5 hours and come with a one-year MapMyFitness premium membership.
Customer Rating
5
Sweet Workout Tool
on January 28, 2017
Posted by: btb2k
from Salt Lake City, UT
For anyone that's not completely sold on buying a smartwatch and wants something they likely already use in a workout to be able to check heart rate these are GREAT!
As far as comfort goes, these are good and have several different sizes of buds so you can get the right fit and most importantly they stay put. The accuracy of the heart rate monitor is good and they can log a couple hours of activity while you're listening to music. They charge fairly quick and last easily through a workout.
Pairing is simple and the Under Armour app is good too. The last thing I would mention is the sound quality is solid and what you'd expect from JBL. Overall, I'd recommend these due to the features and comfort.
My Best Buy number: 0953694714
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Keep unwanted hair to a minimum with this Philips grooming tool. The waterproof design lets you use it in the shower, and eight attachments make this trimmer perfect for grooming different sections of the face. This Philips grooming tool has a turbo setting to increase cutting speed, and it charges in just one hour to reduce wait time.
Customer Rating
5
Awesome trimmer!!
on January 4, 2017
Posted by: btb2k
from Salt Lake City, UT
After using this trimmer for a while, I can say I'd totally recommend this trimmer for trimming up beards, goatees, and sideburns. It's the perfect trimmer to have around for maintaining a style. They don't seem like they're intended to replace large clippers though are strong enough to do the same job. Trimming with the guards is great but not for a whole head shave/buzz with the guards on.
Pros:
Lightweight
Good Battery Life/Fast charging time
Easy to change attachments for different purposes/trimming needs
Lightweight
Good Battery Life/Fast charging time
Easy to change attachments for different purposes/trimming needs
Cons:
The included guards are great for beards and smaller trims but do not work well for shaving lots of hair at once as they tend to jam/pack up so these won't replace standard clippers for full head buzzes
The included guards are great for beards and smaller trims but do not work well for shaving lots of hair at once as they tend to jam/pack up so these won't replace standard clippers for full head buzzes
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The Shark Genius Steam Pocket Mop System is our most advanced floor cleaning system ever. Featuring both a Steam Mop and a Spray Pocket mop, the Genius system is the right solution for all your cleaning needs. Harness the power of steam to sanitize 99.9% of household bacteria*. (Sanitization studies were conducted under controlled test conditions. Household conditions and results may vary.)
Customer Rating
5
Awesome product that makes cleaning floors a snap!
on December 28, 2016
Posted by: btb2k
from Salt Lake City, UT
I was skeptical with this mop, especially on my hard wood and laminate floors. Now that I've had a chance to use it I'd highly recommend it for floors that it's safe to use on! Before you do on wood floors, check with your floor manufacturer to make sure it's safe to use it on your floor as heat and chemicals can damage the finish of some wood floors. Turns out, it's safe on my floors with cleaners designed for wood floors. The thing that I like most is it doesn't leave the floor wet for long and makes cleaning the floors a breeze compared to using a standard mop. Having two pads (yes it comes with two) makes it so you can always have a clean one on hand ready to go. Anyway, long story short, the old mop is out and this one is in!
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Take photo editing to the next level with Photoshop and Premiere Elements 15. Install Photoshop Elements on your tablet to take advantage of touchscreen editing features, or create photo and video collages easily with Premiere Elements. Save money and enjoy professional results when you use Photoshop and Premiere Elements 15 to batch-edit photographs and footage after your next special event.
Customer Rating
4
Good photo and video editing software
on November 7, 2016
Posted by: btb2k
from Salt Lake City, UT
Upgraded from version 12 to this version and I'd say it's a good upgrade for anyone using Premier and anyone who uses the Photo Organizer. The interface was updated since version 12 to make the guided edits easier thought I don't like them and prefer the expert mode and wish it could just stay in expert mode so I don't have to choose all the time. In Premiere there were a few upgrades and the Remix feature is pretty awesome and makes putting together collages of videos and photos a snap. In Photoshop Elements there weren't as many things that I would use that I found in the new version that weren't in the prior version. Overall I recommend this upgrade if you can upgrade and if you don't have a photo/video editor this is a must have as it makes organizing your photos and being able to do basic edits with the ability to make your own videos.
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Save time when you batch-edit photographs with Adobe Photoshop Elements 15. Sort photos automatically with the software’s enhanced smart tagging feature and find pictures via geotags or visual similarity. Specialized tools within the program let you fix frowns, remove camera shake and remove red-eye, making Adobe Photoshop Elements 15 an invaluable addition to your photography needs.
Customer Rating
4
Good photo editing software
on November 7, 2016
Posted by: btb2k
from Salt Lake City, UT
Upgrading to this version from version 12, there are definitely some changes mostly to make the guided edits easier. Overall, the experience of using the software has improved and is improved somewhat with some nice features added in. The key thing for me was the photo organizer which has been updated and enhanced so you can search the database using multiple keywords. In terms of editing this is a must-have software suite for anyone who takes lots of photos and needs a suite that can help your organize photos and provide good tools for most editing needs. Keep in mind though that this isn't "Professional" editing software and that is evident in how the user interface works. While I don't mind the guided edits I don't find them beneficial and would rather just have the software open with the tools I need with menus (no guided anything). Like in other recent versions of this software, these guided edits are still there and to me are annoying as I would prefer not to use them at all. There is an expert mode but it's not the same as just having the software open with the tools and menus you want all the time without choosing.
I'd say from an older version like 12 that this may or may not be the upgrade to do, I will say for me that it was a good one because the organizer was updated in ways that work better for my needs.
My Best Buy number: 0953694714
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Connect your external wireless devices to the internet with this Linksys dual-band router. Two 5Ghz bands support both high-end gaming and low-end applications without compromising speed, and remote management lets you make adjustments from any location. This Linksys dual-band router has a sleek design that integrates easily into most workspaces.
Customer Rating
5
Fantastic router!
on November 7, 2016
Posted by: btb2k
from Salt Lake City, UT
This is a great router with excellent coverage and speed for 4K video and serving multiple users on Wifi at the same time with the 5ghz spectrum. Configuration and setup is super easy. I was able to set it up in under 5 minutes by connecting it to my ISP's modem/router. Once setup, the wireless signal was there and again good coverage and speed all around! Another thing that's great is the ability to connect eSATA and USB3.0 hard drives to share over the network. Again, configuration of this feature was easy! The last thing that's great is the ability to install a custom firmware, which I was able to do to customize the applications on the router (though this is a key feature of this routher, as with updating firmware on any other device I say try it at your own risk knowing that if you do it wrong it could brick the device and void warranties).
Overall, great router for anyone that needs good WIFI coverage, and builtin flexibility of being able to customize it to meet your needs by adding on storage.
My Best Buy number: 0953694714
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Simplify your everyday life with the Google Home, a voice-activated speaker powered by the Google Assistant. Use voice commands to enjoy music, get answers from Google and manage everyday tasks. Google Home is compatible with Android and iOS operating systems, and can control compatible smart devices such as Chromecast or Nest."
Customer Rating
5
Awesome connected speaker!!!
on November 5, 2016
Posted by: btb2k
from Salt Lake City, UT
The Google Home connected speaker is pretty amazing. Out of the box it's clear that Google intended it to be easy to setup and use. One of the few connected devices that really is plug it in an go all in under 5 minutes.
The first thing that stood out was the sound quality. It's full and rich and the voice recognition is great! Even though it's small it still puts out some pretty amazing sound. So far, it hasn't had an issue recognizing anything I say nearby or even across the room. Very impressed!
So far, I've used it to play music through YouTube Red and Pandora. I will say that Google has some work to do to get YouTube Red up to the same level as Pandora in terms of building radio stations as it mixes in artists and genres of music that don't fit what was requested.
I've also used it for looking at my calendar, traffic and lists. Google is pretty dang intelligent when it comes to asking it questions. So far, it's found everything I've asked it.
In the morning it's pretty cool to be able to ask it to play back the news casts to get a quick review of the latest news (which can be customized to your taste by simply being specific by asking for tech news for example as opposed to the latest news in general.
The only thing I'm disappointed with is that it still has a ways to go in terms of connecting to other services like with WeMo bulbs and other internet services. It also is not capable at this time of connecting to more than one Google account. It's so new, I don't think it'll stay that way and Google will continue to expand and add to its capabilities as time goes and they have a chance to quality test it.
For it being Google's first product like this, I'm overall pretty impressed and am going to get a couple more for other rooms in my home.
My Best Buy number: 0953694714
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Bose Sleepbuds II deliver relaxing sounds that help you fall asleep, and use Bose noise-masking technology so you stay asleep. Tiny, wireless Sleepbuds II are designed for comfort with sleep technology clinically proven to help you fall asleep faster. Sleepbuds II play content only from the Bose Sleep app, which gives you full control of the Sound Library and helps you personalize features. Discover tranquil tones and soothing sounds from nature. Or, use Bose noise-masking sounds to cover unwanted nighttime noise. Download your favorite sounds directly to Sleepbuds II, control volume, and set a personal wake-up alarm. Sleepbuds II feature proprietary eartips made of soft silicone for a comfortable, secure fit. Sleep on your back or side, or rollover during the night, they’ll stay put. Get up to ten hours of battery life from a single charge, enough for a full night’s sleep — and three additional charges from the portable case.
If I use these and they truly block out all sounds, does it come with an alarm built in the app? I don't wanna have my alarm clock set and not hear it due to me wearing these through the night
Yes, for me they blocked out sounds especially when playing the sound clips.. they do have a built-in alarm that you can set.
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Find the best fishing spots with this PowerDolphin Wizard water drone. The included PowerSeeker gives you data on water conditions, and the BaitBox function lets you drop bait to attract fish. This PowerDolphin Wizard water drone has a 4K UHD camera that captures stunning footage and quickly switches between above and underwater modes.
How deep can this go underwater. The add says the “SONAR” can detect up to 230 ft but nothing is stated about how deep the drone itself can go.
This one is not really designed for going and staying underwater though it can be submerged.:. it’s mostly designed to work on the surface though can skip under the surface and drop the camera under the surface to see below the drone. PowerVision has another drone that is designed for complete underwater use though.
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Find the best fishing spots with this PowerDolphin Wizard water drone. The included PowerSeeker gives you data on water conditions, and the BaitBox function lets you drop bait to attract fish. This PowerDolphin Wizard water drone has a 4K UHD camera that captures stunning footage and quickly switches between above and underwater modes.
Does this 999.00 come with all options Sonar, bate drop DOES IT INCLUDE A CASE
Yes it comes with a bag for the drone and controller.
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Ninja Foodi's TenderCrisp pressure cooker allows you to achieve all the quick cooking and tenderizing wonders that you love about pressure cookers. The Foodi's Crisping Lid allows you to air fry, bake/roast, and broil. That means you can give your tender, juicy pressure-cooked meals a golden, crispy finish. The secret is TenderCrisp Technology, which produces the perfect combination of heat, fan velocity, and air circulation to give your food even crisping from top to bottom.
Does this pressure cooker air crisper combo item use silicone rings ? I hear the Rings hold smells and are almost impossible to get stains out of them .
It is a silicone ring that seals it. The manual states that you must keep the ring clean by removing and cleaning the ring AND lid after each time you use it or that there may be a risk it holding smells. Both the ring and lid should not be washed in the dishwasher of course!! So far, I have not noticed any stains or smells after using it while pressure cooking with really intense seasonings like rosemary, celery, and onions/garlic, and I've thoroughly cleaned the seal and appliance every time after each use as the manual states. My recommendation is going to be follow what it says in the manual and you should be okay. In terms of stains, I wouldn't rule them out from being possible to happen in the right conditions though I can't imagine it affecting anything. My thoughts on that are that the only reason you wouldn't ever see it on other kinds of seals is because the seal itself is black or another color but in terms of stains on the one i have, I've seen none so far!
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Surround yourself with robust audio performance in a slim package with this LG ultra-slim soundbar. Compatible with the latest LG televisions, the compact soundbar pairs seamlessly to deliver an immersive audio-visual experience. The 4K high resolution audio on this LG ultra-slim soundbar lets you hear the action in every scene.
does this have 3d pass through
It supports HDMI 2.0, and allows 4k passthru. 3D is supported in HDMI standard 1.4 and above so I would say yes it does.
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Air is the new oil, and now with the Philips Airfryer you can use that air to fry in a healthier way with up to 75% less fat! Thanks to Philips unique TurboStar™ technology, all food is exposed to constant, circulating heat allowing you to cook your favorite foods with a tablespoon or less of oil. The result is evenly fried food – with no turning or shaking needed. Preset meals on the digital Airfryer allow you to cook your favorite recipes at the touch of a button.
Does the Phillips AirFryer 9621/96 have a stainless steel basket?
It does not appear to be just plain stainless (i'm sure because food would stick to it as it fries in the Air Fryer). It appears to be a non-stick metal basket, and is NOT safe to wash in the dishwasher. It has to be hand washed but I've never had any difficultly with cleaning it.
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Expand the storage of your compatible device with this SanDisk Ultra PLUS microSDXC memory card that features a 128GB capacity to hold your photos and videos and a Class 10 rating to ensure speedy data transfer. The rugged design resists damage.
Is this card compatible with Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7?
According to the specs on Samsung's website, yes. Would recommend checking the specs for your specific model on their site to be sure before purchasing but it would appear that it does.
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Expand the storage of your compatible device with this SanDisk Ultra PLUS microSDXC memory card that features a 128GB capacity to hold your photos and videos and a Class 10 rating to ensure speedy data transfer. The rugged design resists damage.
Is this sd card compatible with the Samsung Galaxy tab a
According to the Specs on Samsung's site, yes. Would recommend checking the specs for your specific model on their website before purchasing but it appears it should work just fine.
www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-tab/SM-T350NZAAXAR
www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-tab/SM-T350NZAAXAR
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