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These Sony ZX Series MDRZX110/BLK headphones feature neodymium magnets and 30mm drivers for powerful, reinforced sound. Enjoy your favorite songs with lush bass response thanks to the Acoustic Bass Booster technology.
Customer Rating
5
Good Sound & Good Comfort - Great Price
on March 8, 2017
Posted by: AlanInHouston
from Houston, Tx
My eyeglasses make it difficult to find comfortable headphones. These sit lightly on my ears and don't push my glasses earpieces into my skull. That light pressure means they will stay on during a casual walk but they won't stay in place for jogging or exercise.
They sound good and respond well to the EQ app on my phone so I can add back the high treble that my aging ears have trouble hearing. When I use EQ to boost deep bass it sounds solid and undistorted.
They fold flat so I can stuff them in my laptop bag. The cord is sturdy and should hold up to normal use.
Bottom Line: these headphones combine comfort, good sound, and they are designed to take with you for commuting or travel. A huge bargain at their $20 price.
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Philips Norelco Shaver 2100: Add comfort to your daily shave with this fully washable Philips Norelco electric shaver. Durable self-sharpening blades ensure long-lasting, comfortable use. Easily reach every curve on your neck and face with flexible heads that move in four directions. The LiIon battery powers the cordless operation of this Philips Norelco electric shaver for years of reliable performance.
Customer Rating
4
Typical Great Norelco Shaver At Good Price
on February 19, 2017
Posted by: AlanInHouston
from Houston, Tx
This is the 2017 "wet" version of the Norelco 2100 shaver that allows wetting your face for shaving and both the head and hair recepticle can be cleaned under running water. It does NOT allow shaving with the power cord when the battery needs charging.
Most guys who use Norelco shavers like the quality and comfort of its shave. An eight hour charge provides a week of shaves.
The 2100 has a pop up trimmer that works well on sideburns, shaping beards and trimming mustaches.
The 2100 matches the quality of shavers at twice its price.
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Designed for use with Apple iPhone SE, 5s or 5, this Incipio FREQUENCY IPH-1124-YLW case features a semirigid NGP soft shell that provides reliable defense against bumps and drops and resists tearing, stretching and fading for durability.
Customer Rating
3
Very Light, Very Slim, Very Little Protection
on December 7, 2016
Posted by: AlanInHouston
from Houston, Tx
The Frequency is a very thin, very light case made from flexible rubber. It will protect against scratches while your phone is in your pocket or bag but offers very little protection against damage from a screen down drop.
The pink version looks like a cheap toy and picks up stains from the dye of your jean's pocket. The black version looks more adult and won't show stains.
This case looks just like a "Dollar Store" case, but it is made from a better grade of flexible material.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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These Jam Transit HX-HP420BK headphones feature Bluetooth wireless technology with a range of up to 30' for flexible listening. The rechargeable battery allows up to 11 hours of playtime per charge for extended use.
Posted by: AlanInHouston
from Houston, Tx
I am impressed with the sound quality of the Jam Transit headphones. The human voice is a challenge for most headphones. Few enable Cleo Laine to sound like Cleo and give the Johnny Cash baritone its full weight. The Jam Transit does voices as well as headphones at double their price.
A bass guitar and bass drum can be a bit muddy and both the deepest bass and high treble are a bit weak.
Overall, outstanding sound at this price point.
On the ear style headphones are seldom very comfortable with eyeglasses, and these are not very comfortable. Moving the bows of my glasses up above the cushions helos but my glasses then slip down my nose.
I loosened the headband by pulling the earpieces back until the headband was almost flat. Don't over stretch the headband or the headphones won't stay in place while jogging. Bottom line: these are okay for an hour or so but not for much longer.
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Type notes and input data comfortably with this Microsoft Wireless Desktop keyboard, which features a 30' wireless range, quiet-touch keys and media shortcuts for intuitive control. The included mouse offers simple navigation.
Customer Rating
4
Nice Wireless Keyboard & Mouse Set
on November 21, 2016
Posted by: AlanInHouston
from Houston, Tx
My HP keyboard failed after five years. I went to Best Buy, the Microsoft 850 Wireless Keyboard and Mouse set was on sale. Its glossy frame and light plastic construction give it a cheap and flimsy appearance. So, I was surprised and pleased at how nice it feels while typing. The legs give it a nice angle and hold it securely in position. The keys have a "cupped" top that makes it easy to keep your fingers in correct position. It feels like a premium quality keyboard, even if it does not look that great.
It has a bit of a "clicky clacky" sound when you are typing fast so it might be a bit annoying to be in a room where five or ten people were all banging away on this keyboard at the same time.
The wireless mouse is smooth and precise. I like having a power off switch to save the battery. The fact that batteries were included was a pleasant surprise. When the batteries need replacing, I will use lithium batteries. My guess is that the keyboard will run three or four years on lithium batteries, which is longer than I will have this computer.
At the Best Buy sale price, this combination was a real bargain.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Stay in touch on the run with this Simple Mobile Samsung Galaxy On5 smartphone. Front- and rear-facing cameras let you connect with friends or share a selfie, and the Android 6.0 Marshmallow operating system keeps your apps running smoothly. A micro SD card slot lets you add up to 128GB of storage on this Simple Mobile Samsung Galaxy On5 smartphone.
Posted by: AlanInHouston
from Houston, Tx
This version of the Galaxy On5 is locked to the Simple Mobile network but MIGHT work on T-Mobile, the carrier for Simple Mobile.
The On5 is about the size and weight of the mega-expensive Samsung Galaxy 7 but it is a much simpler phone. The On5 does a great job with phone calls, texting and email. That is ALL it is intended to do. It lacks the storage space needed to install more than a handful of smaller apps. Larger apps, such as Facebook, cause problems due to lack of storage space. You can add a MicroSD card to store your music, photos and videos.
The battery lasts 16 or 18 hours unless you are using gps navigation, streaming videos or playing games. Then you need to charge after four or five hours.
For Simple Mobile customers with simple needs, the On5 is a terrific phone at a low price.
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Enjoy exceptional service on a popular phone with this AT&T Prepaid iPhone 5s. Enjoy all the features of the iPhone 5s, including its 4-inch Retina display and 8.0-megapixel camera, in tandem with AT&T's AT&T Prepaid mobile service, which provides a flexible plan with no annual contract. Stay connected with family and friends with this AT&T Prepaid iPhone 5s.
Posted by: AlanInHouston
from Houston, Tx
This may be the most elegant looking phone ever. Most folks use a case but it is a shame to conceal this phone.
The tiny screen is sharp and bright and even the smallest hand can grip this light and slender phone.
It works well for calls and texts and its camera is superb.
THE BAD: Limited open storage for apps, games, photos, videos or music. You can work around the problem by streaming music and videos over wifi instead of keeping media on your phone. You must transfer your photos and videos to your computer to open up storage space.
You can not replace the battery yourself. Apple will install a new battery for a hefty fee.
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Stay connected with this Samsung Galaxy On5 smartphone. Take photos day or night with the 5-megapixel camera, which comes with a built-in flash, and enjoy fast load times and efficient multitasking thanks to its quad-core 1.3 GHz processor. This Samsung Galaxy On5 smartphone has a 5-inch HD display and is made for use with T-Mobile's 4G LTE service.
Posted by: AlanInHouston
from Houston, Tx
The Samsung Galaxy On5 is a great phone for phone calls and texting. Voices are crystal clear with both Wi-Fi calling and with regular calls. Texting is fast and reliable.
The On5 is almost exactly the same size and weight as the premium price flagship Samsung Galaxy S7, and to my eye, the On5 is better looking. The On5 provides phone call quality that is comparable to the most expensive phone from Samsung and Apple.
The On5 has the latest Android Marshmallow 6.0 and has Samsung software that is useful for managing your apps and files. Its combination of 4g LTE and HSPA+42 provides fast data speeds, so it is easy to stream both Netflix and Spotify. T-Mobile does not count Netflix or Spotify against your data allowance, so you can watch Netflix as much as you like. The On5 uses Band 12, which provides a reliable connection inside large buildings and extends T-Mobile's signal in rural areas.
The large five inch screen has natural colors with good contrast. The rear speaker is not overly loud, but voices are clear, so movies look great and sound good. The sound is even better with good headphones or bluetooth speakers.
GPS navigation works smoothly, but the On5 is sometimes slow to locate a GPS signal.
The front Selfie/Skype camera works well in bright lighting, with natural skin tones and good contrast. The rear 5 meg camera also takes good photos in bright lighting, with good color balance and contrast. Manual settings are available to dial in a brighter or darker photo, as you prefer. The photos from the rear camera lack fine detail, so they will not make good prints. However, they look terrific on your phone and good on a computer screen. The lack of fine details erases aging, so grandma looks ten years younger.
Brightness is controlled by a slider that lets you dial in exactly the screen brightness you prefer. When you are outdoors you can check the "outdoors" brightness box for an ultra-bright screen.
The battery will last from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. if you use your phone only for phone calls and texting. The Samsung Battery Saver app can extend battery life an extra 12 hours or so by turning off functions other than phone calls and texting.
Playing games, watching videos, or using GPS will use up 30% of the battery charge in an hour. Samsung provides an great charger that will boost your battery from 20% to 80% in an hour if the screen is turned off. You can buy extra batteries for camping trips or as backups.
The On5 handles basic games, such as Angry Birds or Temple Run very well. It lacks the processing power and memory to handle super challenging games, nor does the battery last long for game play.
After the On5 updates its software and apps there is only a tiny 2gb of open storage space for apps and games. I installed a 32gb microSD card to store my photos, videos and music. A few apps, such as Netflix, can be moved to the microSD card and Spotify lets you store downloaded songs on the microSD card.
That tiny 2gb of open storage is enough for most basic apps, but larger apps such as Facebook will use a huge chunk of that space. That means the On5 simply does not have room to install the largest games. The Galaxy On5 is the WRONG phone for people who play the largest and most demanding games.
T-Mobile stores sell the terrific Incipio DualPro case for the On5. The case has dual layers and is tested with 12 foot drops. It is nice looking and surprisingly light for a "heavy duty" phone case.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Charge your Amazon Kindle, Kindle Fire, Kindle Fire HD or Kindle Paperwhite quickly with this Amazon PowerFast B006GWO5WK adapter, which features a USB port for simple connectivity to your existing micro USB charging cable.
Posted by: AlanInHouston
from Houston, Tx
This is a great wall charger for Kindles and Fire tablets. The fold down prongs make it a great travel charger for most Android or Lumia phones.
Why not "Five Stars"? No cord is included and you must hunt for a premium quality cord designed for a 10 watt charger (thicker than the flimsy 5 watt cords).
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Only at Best BuyLenovo Ideapad 100s Laptop: This laptop features a compact design and built-in Wi-Fi, so you can connect to the Internet, stream videos, type up notes or view photos wherever you go. USB ports let you connect a variety of accessories.
Posted by: AlanInHouston
from Houston, Tx
The Lenovo Ideapad 100s is a good mini laptop for two basic tasks: taking class notes and for checking email. It is one of the lightest Windows 10 laptops available (about 2.2 pounds), and the battery will last six to eight hours at medium screen brightness with wifi turned OFF.
After classes are over, it works okay for watching Netflix videos and listening to music on Pandora or Spotify. But use good headphones, as the sound with the speakers is rather thin.
It will spend the first two or three days that it is connected to wifi downloading and installing an endless series of Windows 10 updates. That update process slows the computer to a crawl, so you might want to try to do the updates in the evening so your computer is not a paperweight during class.
After all of the updates are installed, you will have less than 10gb of open storage space for your photos, videos and music. You will need to buy a microSD card, or a thumbdrive or a usb mini hard drive to store any large files beyond your email and classnotes.
Some users may not like the touchpad. It is very basic and does not use the advanced gestures of most Windows 10 laptops. You scroll down the page using the sliding tab on the right side of a page, just like with laptops ten years ago. You can buy a wireless usb "mini mouse" as an alternative to the touchpad.
Battery life is related to screen brightness and using wifi. If you are taking class notes at a medium screen brightness with wifi OFF, you can get five to seven hours of work without recharging. If you are streaming Netflix movies at a high screen brightness, you can get two or three hours per charge, enough for even the longest movie.
Remember: this is NOT a "real" computer, and you can not use it for demanding tasks such as photoshop or fast action games. It is a very light weight device for taking class notes, checking email, or watching emails and listening to music. For those basic tasks, it is a good choice, especially if you wait until it is on sale for around $150 or so.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Samsung Galaxy Avant No-Contract Cell Phone: A soft, leather-like back makes this phone easy-to-grip during long phone calls. Simplify phone operation by using voice commands to answer calls or send text messages, and streamline your home screen with Easy Mode that enlarges icons.
Overall
1 out of 5
1 out of 5Don't be fooled: This is NOT an Unlocked Phone
By gfinnov
I learned about this phone from another seller, but BestBuy.com's price for it was so much better that I bought it here. I have a pay-as-you-go plan from T-Mobile, and this seemed like the perfect device for someone who would like to have smartphone capability, but doesn't make or receive many cellphone calls. After installing my T-Mobile sim card, this phone asked for an Unlock key. It turns out that this phone is locked (owned?) by MetroPCS, and they will not provide an unlock key for it--unless you buy MetroPCS service, of course. The service rep at my local Best Buy made a valiant attempt to get this to work, but MetroPCS was unyielding. How bestbuy.com can promote this as an "unlocked" phone when it is not is beyond me. (Apparently you can buy a truly unlocked version of this phone from other vendors, but at $70 above bestbuy.com's locked phone price.)
AlanInHouston
Houston, Tx
Bestbuy Correctly Labels As Locked to Provider
February 2, 2015
Bestbuy's website makes clear that the Avant is sold in two versions, one locked to T-Mobile and one locked to MetroPcs. If you buy the incorrect version, Bestbuy staff will be happy to exchange it or to refund your money.
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Microsoft 640 Prepaid Cell Phone for AT&T Prepaid: Stay connected and productive wherever you are with this Prepaid cell phone, which features 4G LTE speed and Wi-Fi for flexible Internet connection options. Easily browse Web sites and flip through features using the 5" touch screen, and snap photos with the 8.0MP rear-facing camera.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Good, not great, budget phone
By LovinTech
I needed a quick, low cost replacement for my old phone and this one fit the bill, albeit only just. It is a great looking device and feels high quality in the hand despite the plastic case, has a decent display, and is reasonably speedy for most tasks. The big downer is the paltry 8gb of onboard memory, which at the time of purchase I thought would be plenty with the 64gb SD card I added. Unfortunately, I cannot port app install to the SD card, meaning the internal storage is used up fairly quickly. Not a big deal most days because I am not a mindless app junkie, but when a large OS update comes through it is necessary to uninstall a number of apps. It's a pain that I am willing to live with given the low cost of entry. With 16gb I would have given it a 5 star rating.
AlanInHouston
Houston, Tx
Move Apps To SD Card
October 22, 2015
Install a MicroSD card and select "store apps, music, photos, videos" on SD card. Delete any app you think requires a large amount of storage. Then reinstall the app and it will go to the SD card. I have about 50 apps and still have 2.8gb of open internal memory.
Windows 10 will let me move my maps to the SD card, boosting my open internal memory to 3.2 GB.
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Microsoft 640 Prepaid Cell Phone for AT&T Prepaid: Stay connected and productive wherever you are with this Prepaid cell phone, which features 4G LTE speed and Wi-Fi for flexible Internet connection options. Easily browse Web sites and flip through features using the 5" touch screen, and snap photos with the 8.0MP rear-facing camera.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Good choice, good price
By OnAbudget
Fast, clean interface, overall functionality is excellent. The only drawback is that the app store is barren, and the only web browser is Internet Explorer.
AlanInHouston
Houston, Tx
Browser Choices
October 22, 2015
There are a variety of browser choices in the Windows sore, including Opera. Due to Google's ongoing war against Microsoft, most Google apps are not in the Windows store. But, Microsoft maps, unlike Google maps, enables you to use GPS navigation even when you are not near a cell tower, a life saving feature.
I have downloaded about 50 apps, including Netflix, Pandora, and the New York Times. If your bank lacks a Windows app, just pin their internet sign in page to your start page.
On both T-Mobile and AT&T, the 640 has provided better phone call voice clarity than any android phone I have owned, as well as fast and reliable texting and email. Android may have better games selection. Windows provides a premium quality experience for business use.
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Microsoft 640 Prepaid Cell Phone for AT&T Prepaid: Stay connected and productive wherever you are with this Prepaid cell phone, which features 4G LTE speed and Wi-Fi for flexible Internet connection options. Easily browse Web sites and flip through features using the 5" touch screen, and snap photos with the 8.0MP rear-facing camera.
Overall5 out of 5
5 out of 5Excellent windows phone
By smartphonelover
This is an excellent phone with all the features that you are looking for in a smartphone. The screen is 5 inches with 720p display. It has 1 GB memory and 8 GB storage and can be extended to 128 GB with an SD card. It has 8 MP rear camera with flash and 1 MP front camera. The rear camera takes more than enough quality pics in the day light and reasonably good in low light conditions. The touch is smooth and the performance is seamless, although it has 1 GB RAMl. And coming to the apps on windows, we all know there are a fewer apps compared to android and apple stores, but you can find most of the useful apps on windows store, too.
AT&T can unlock the phone for free even if you are non AT&T customer. Follow the link below and select "Non-ATT customer" and submit the form.
https://www.att.com/deviceunlock/?partner=LinkShare&siteId=lw9MynSeamY-27Cz9Cgob5cKAapkeNF7Bw?partner=LinkShare&siteId=lw9MynSeamY-JmYnh6m0nmMTxxW1su5HNg#/
AT&T can unlock the phone for free even if you are non AT&T customer. Follow the link below and select "Non-ATT customer" and submit the form.
https://www.att.com/deviceunlock/?partner=LinkShare&siteId=lw9MynSeamY-27Cz9Cgob5cKAapkeNF7Bw?partner=LinkShare&siteId=lw9MynSeamY-JmYnh6m0nmMTxxW1su5HNg#/
Once you unlock, it can be used on any GSM network that takes a SIM in the world since it is a quad band phone. But, it may not have LTE speeds for all the networks.
AlanInHouston
Houston, Tx
Unlocking Lumia 640 LTE
October 28, 2015
Yes, AT&T will email you the unlock code for the Lumia 640 GoPhone IF you do NOT activate the phone before unlocking it. However, the LTE bands of the GoPhone are matched to AT&T and the GoPhone lacks the Band 12 LTE required by T-Mobile and MetroPcs, so they will NOT activate an unlocked GoPhone. T-Mobile and MetroPcs customers should buy the version of the Lumia 640 sold at MetroPcs stores with Band 12.
Likewise, people who unlock the GoPhone to use it in South America or Europe may find that they can make phone calls and send text messages, but they can not connect to their local 4G LTE network. The GoPhone is designed ONLY for the AT&T LTE network.
I am using a GoPhone on the AT&T network and I also am using the T-Mobile version on the MetroPcs network. Both are terrific phones, but the T-Mobile version seems to have slightly better phone call quality, perhaps due to the use of Band 12 LTE.
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Microsoft 640 Prepaid Cell Phone for AT&T Prepaid: Stay connected and productive wherever you are with this Prepaid cell phone, which features 4G LTE speed and Wi-Fi for flexible Internet connection options. Easily browse Web sites and flip through features using the 5" touch screen, and snap photos with the 8.0MP rear-facing camera.
Overall3 out of 5
3 out of 5Have had issues with this product
By polknbeans
Does not provide good directions to fix problems you have.
AlanInHouston
Houston, Tx
Download The Owner's Manual
October 28, 2015
You can download a massive and detailed owner's manual for the 640. Just Google for "free download pdf manual Lumia 640". Work your way through the manual page by page with the phone in your hands so you can try out each feature that is explained in the manual.
It is very difficult to hurt your 640 by experimenting with settings. You can go into the settings menu and start at the top and work your way through the settings item by item. I discovered that I could customize the look of my lock screen (including having the current weather on the lockscreen) and the look of my start page. I was able to make the text of menus larger and the default screen brightness even brighter.
I have a friend who is age 96 and who finds cell phones confusing. I was able to customize her 640 so that the ONLY thing on her start page is a large "PHONE" symbol. When she presses on the phone symbol the phone speed dial opens up with the list of her five essential phone numbers with the names and numbers in a VERY large font. She just presses on the name of the person she is calling.
In contrast, I have put all of my favorite apps and internet links on my start page. It looks like a jig saw puzzle, but it lets me do anything I need to do with a single tap.
After you spend a few hours "playing" with settings, you will be able to customize your 640 to be as simple or as complicated as you want. It is BY FAR the easiest phone to adjust to your personal needs.
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Microsoft 640 Prepaid Cell Phone for AT&T Prepaid: Stay connected and productive wherever you are with this Prepaid cell phone, which features 4G LTE speed and Wi-Fi for flexible Internet connection options. Easily browse Web sites and flip through features using the 5" touch screen, and snap photos with the 8.0MP rear-facing camera.
Overall1 out of 5
1 out of 5Need To Give Full Info
By Careful
This phone is great but what this ad doesn't mention is, if you buy it here, it can only be used with AT&T. It would be nice if this was stated in the ad.
AlanInHouston
Houston, Tx
Yes, the GoPhone Is For AT&T
October 28, 2015
Yes, the GoPhone is for AT&T only. The ad could be more clear. Best Buy has always exchanged phones for me, no questions asked, for a 14 day period. Just return the phone and all of the contents of the box in "like new" condition.
If you have NOT yet activated the phone, AT&T will send you an unlock code that lets you use it on other carriers. I was unable to activate an unlocked GoPhone with T-Mobile or MetroPcs as the GoPhone lacks Band 12 LTE, required by T-Mobile. It works fine on Cricket wireless where I currently use a 640 on a $25 per month plan with unlimited phone calls, unlimited long distance, and unlimited texting. Heck of a deal, a $59 phone with unlimited phone calls for just $25 per month.
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Microsoft 640 Prepaid Cell Phone for AT&T Prepaid: Stay connected and productive wherever you are with this Prepaid cell phone, which features 4G LTE speed and Wi-Fi for flexible Internet connection options. Easily browse Web sites and flip through features using the 5" touch screen, and snap photos with the 8.0MP rear-facing camera.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Best value for money
By LenJon
You get lot more than what you pay for, if you like windows phone. Decent perfrormance
Cons:
Display not as contrast as the LED versions like lumia 925)
Feels very light in hands like a toy phone and the plasticky back is not very impressive
Cons:
Display not as contrast as the LED versions like lumia 925)
Feels very light in hands like a toy phone and the plasticky back is not very impressive
AlanInHouston
Houston, Tx
Screen's Contrast, Color & Brightness Are Adjustab
November 3, 2015
If you dig down through the settings menu you will find a menu to "fine tune" the screen by adjusting color, contrast, saturation and brightness. I think the default colors are exceptional for a $60 phone, but I used the menu to slightly boost brightness and saturation to enhance Netflix movies.
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Microsoft 640 Prepaid Cell Phone for AT&T Prepaid: Stay connected and productive wherever you are with this Prepaid cell phone, which features 4G LTE speed and Wi-Fi for flexible Internet connection options. Easily browse Web sites and flip through features using the 5" touch screen, and snap photos with the 8.0MP rear-facing camera.
Overall
2 out of 5
2 out of 5It don't let you get apps
By Shay
I don't like this phone because it want let me download apps.
AlanInHouston
Houston, Tx
Windows Store Has A Zillion Apps
November 9, 2015
The Windows Store has a zillion apps, and many of the best apps are free. Just set up a Microsoft account for your phone and sign into the store. Because some apps use a huge amount of data to download, your phone may be set to download apps only when you are connected to wifi.
I enjoy the Here navigation app, MSN News, MSN Weather, MSN Sports, Spotify, Pandora and Netflix. All of them free.
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Microsoft 640 Prepaid Cell Phone for AT&T Prepaid: Stay connected and productive wherever you are with this Prepaid cell phone, which features 4G LTE speed and Wi-Fi for flexible Internet connection options. Easily browse Web sites and flip through features using the 5" touch screen, and snap photos with the 8.0MP rear-facing camera.
Overall4 out of 5
4 out of 5Windows is awesome!
By fighted
from Miami, FL
I bought this phone wanting to mess with the Windows phone OS. It was a great experience. The BOOST mobile service has issues with the phone but overall it is easy to use and will recommend over any iPhone.
AlanInHouston
Houston, Tx
Which Phone Are You Reviewing
November 13, 2015
I am unsure which phone you are reviewing. This page is for the Lumia 640 LTE on AT&T. Your review mentions Boost Mobile and implies you are unhappy with Boost Mobile. THIS PHONE does not work on Boost Mobile. And, Boost Mobile does not sell the Lumia 640 LTE. If you are on Boost Mobile, you have some other phone.
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Dell Inspiron Laptop: Get the efficiency you need in a portable design with this 14" laptop. You can wirelessly link with other devices using the Bluetooth 4.0 interface and connect to the Web with built-in Wi-Fi. Plus, view content on your HDTV by plugging into the HDMI output.
Overall2 out of 5
2 out of 5Patience must be your virtue.
By Shana
I purchased this device while my other computer was being fixed. I only needed SKYPE and access to my email. I did not fully comprehend the limitations of the very slow computer. Perhaps this computer is fine if you do not have any sense of urgency for e-mail or internet. If you have the patience to cope with slow...........this is your product. If so, it is a great deal for the amount of money.
AlanInHouston
Houston, Tx
Speedy After Windows 10 Update
November 15, 2015
The first three days that I had the Inspiron 14 it was plugged in to wall power and connected to the internet for five or six hours each day. Things ran slowly because the computer was downloading and installing a long series of Windows 10 and software updates. After that, it ran swiftly and smoothly.
This week, a HUGE Windows 10 update came out and the Inspiron seems to be struggling again as the update process disrupts other computer functions. I expect that after this update is completed, it will run smoothly again.
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Samsung 3 Chromebook: Get compact power with this Samsung Chromebook laptop. Its 11.6-inch HD display provides clear graphics with anti-reflective technology, and its 4GB of RAM and Intel Celeron processor keep multitasking operations moving smoothly. This Samsung Chromebook laptop includes a 720-pixel camera and a 32GB flash drive to store documents, photos and programs.
Can you do videos Skypes on this chromebook?
Yes, but the camera is not the sharpest. It blurs away fine details so I look about fifty, instead of about seventy. I'm okay with that. The speakers are not very loud so headphones or plugging in a speaker such as the JBL Flip would be a good idea.
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AlanInHouston
Samsung 3 Chromebook: Get compact power with this Samsung Chromebook laptop. Its 11.6-inch HD display provides clear graphics with anti-reflective technology, and its 4GB of RAM and Intel Celeron processor keep multitasking operations moving smoothly. This Samsung Chromebook laptop includes a 720-pixel camera and a 32GB flash drive to store documents, photos and programs.
Can you have the google play store and use it to download apps on this laptop?
No. Chromebooks currently use a special Chromebook store for apps, with apps designed specifically for Chromebooks. The Chromebook world is notable for a lack of malware and virus infections and the tightly controlled Chromebook app store is a primary defense against such problems.
6 years, 9 months ago
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AlanInHouston
Samsung 3 Chromebook: Get compact power with this Samsung Chromebook laptop. Its 11.6-inch HD display provides clear graphics with anti-reflective technology, and its 4GB of RAM and Intel Celeron processor keep multitasking operations moving smoothly. This Samsung Chromebook laptop includes a 720-pixel camera and a 32GB flash drive to store documents, photos and programs.
I need to have microsoft office on my computer for school. I am taking graduate courses and my papers have to be submitted using word not on the google drive. Is it possible to download Microsoft products like Word on this laptop?
Chromebooks use Google Docs to create and edit documents. Google Docs now has the ability to save a document in Microsoft Word format and to edit a document that was created in Microsoft Word format. In addition, Microsoft provides a free online version of Microsoft Word so a Chromebook connected to the internet can use the online Micosoft Word to edit documents. It is my impression that all of these alternatives to the FULL version of Microsoft Word have very simplified formatting options. So, the simple versions are fine for note taking or writing a letter, but they are not designed for a complex document such as a legal brief or a document with footnotes.
It is NOT possible to install the full version of Microsoft Word on a Chromebook. There are $200 Windows 10 laptops from Lenovo that can handle the full version of Microsoft Office and some of them are sold with a free one year license to Microsoft Office, a license worth $70, reducing the net cost of the laptop to about $130.
It is NOT possible to install the full version of Microsoft Word on a Chromebook. There are $200 Windows 10 laptops from Lenovo that can handle the full version of Microsoft Office and some of them are sold with a free one year license to Microsoft Office, a license worth $70, reducing the net cost of the laptop to about $130.
6 years, 9 months ago
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AlanInHouston
Only at Best BuyLenovo Ideapad 100s Laptop: This laptop features a compact design and built-in Wi-Fi, so you can connect to the Internet, stream videos, type up notes or view photos wherever you go. USB ports let you connect a variety of accessories.
I'm am wondering if I can run outlook on this? I would be using this for real estate and need this running smoothly.
I have not used Outlook, but the Lenovo has worked well with any ONE app that I have tried, such as LibreOffice, a heavy duty Office replacement. When you have two or three apps running and five or six tabs open on the Edge browser, the computer will slow down or freeze up. The solution is: use only ONE or two apps at a time, and things run smoothly.
The exception would be graphics heavy programs and games. The 2gb of RAM memory and basic graphics chip are a poor match for Photoshop, a video editor, or fast action games with complex graphics.
The exception would be graphics heavy programs and games. The 2gb of RAM memory and basic graphics chip are a poor match for Photoshop, a video editor, or fast action games with complex graphics.
7 years, 11 months ago
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AlanInHouston
Only at Best BuyLenovo Ideapad 100s Laptop: This laptop features a compact design and built-in Wi-Fi, so you can connect to the Internet, stream videos, type up notes or view photos wherever you go. USB ports let you connect a variety of accessories.
This laptop will be used to connect with my 94 year old mother via skipe and others. Will be a fast connection with good quality picture/video? what mouse can be added
Skype works well if your home has a strong wifi signal. The camera on the Lenovo requires VERY bright light to produce a good image, and the image is a bit soft. That means your 94 year old mom will look 30 years younger, as the softer image makes everyone look wrinkle free.
You can add a wireless usb mouse if you prefer. The trackpad on the Ideapad is easy to use so most folks will not miss having a mouse.
You can add a wireless usb mouse if you prefer. The trackpad on the Ideapad is easy to use so most folks will not miss having a mouse.
7 years, 11 months ago
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AlanInHouston
Only at Best BuyLenovo Ideapad 100s Laptop: This laptop features a compact design and built-in Wi-Fi, so you can connect to the Internet, stream videos, type up notes or view photos wherever you go. USB ports let you connect a variety of accessories.
Can it be fixed easily here in the US
Yes. You would contact Lenovo, get a return authorization number, send it to a USA service station, and then they would return it to you after it is repaired. Lenovo has on line web "chat" so that a tech can help you solve problems at home and also has a toll free number so you can talk with a tech.
7 years, 11 months ago
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AlanInHouston
Only at Best BuyLenovo Ideapad 100s Laptop: This laptop features a compact design and built-in Wi-Fi, so you can connect to the Internet, stream videos, type up notes or view photos wherever you go. USB ports let you connect a variety of accessories.
does this computer have a warrenty on it if so how long
One year parts and labor, with mail in to Lenovo. You can purchase extended service contracts from either Best Buy or Lenovo.
In my experience, if a computer has a problem, it will show up during the first week of regular use. When I get a new computer, I leave it plugged in and running 24 hours a day for the first week, and I use it every day. If a problem occurs the first week, Best Buy will exchange it or give you a refund.
In my experience, if a computer has a problem, it will show up during the first week of regular use. When I get a new computer, I leave it plugged in and running 24 hours a day for the first week, and I use it every day. If a problem occurs the first week, Best Buy will exchange it or give you a refund.
7 years, 11 months ago
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AlanInHouston
Only at Best BuyLenovo Ideapad 100s Laptop: This laptop features a compact design and built-in Wi-Fi, so you can connect to the Internet, stream videos, type up notes or view photos wherever you go. USB ports let you connect a variety of accessories.
Is this package new or refurbished and what accessories are included in the package? (Cord, charger, manuel, etc...)
Best Buy offers computers as both a NEW computer and as an "open box" computer, which has a lower price. If the "open box" computer is missing any component, that is noted on a label on the box.
The new Lenovo Ideapad 100s includes the computer, its enclosed battery, the charger with attached charging cord, and a sheet of information on how to start up the computer. After you start up the computer, you find that a highly detailed owner's manual is included on the computer itself as a document you can open and read. There are also links to Lenovo websites with answers to standard questions and you have the ability to open a "chat" with a Lenovo technician if you have questions.
The new Lenovo Ideapad 100s includes the computer, its enclosed battery, the charger with attached charging cord, and a sheet of information on how to start up the computer. After you start up the computer, you find that a highly detailed owner's manual is included on the computer itself as a document you can open and read. There are also links to Lenovo websites with answers to standard questions and you have the ability to open a "chat" with a Lenovo technician if you have questions.
7 years, 11 months ago
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AlanInHouston
Only at Best BuyLenovo Ideapad 100s Laptop: This laptop features a compact design and built-in Wi-Fi, so you can connect to the Internet, stream videos, type up notes or view photos wherever you go. USB ports let you connect a variety of accessories.
On the box says "this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm" SHOULD I BUY THIS LAPTOP? what does this mean Explain.
ALL computers contain dangerous chemicals and materials. Those materials are INSIDE the computer and inside the battery, so there is ZERO risk when you use a computer in a normal way. However, the folks who recycle batteries and computers must be carefully trained so that they do not harm themselves when removing components and they must avoid putting those components into landfills where rain runoff could take chemicals into the local water supply.
Some people let kids play with/take apart broken computers to learn how they are made. Bad idea. In particular, misuse or abuse of a laptop battery could expose the child to chemicals or even the risk of fire or explosions.
Some people let kids play with/take apart broken computers to learn how they are made. Bad idea. In particular, misuse or abuse of a laptop battery could expose the child to chemicals or even the risk of fire or explosions.
7 years, 11 months ago
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AlanInHouston
Dell Inspiron Laptop: Get the efficiency you need in a portable design with this 14" laptop. You can wirelessly link with other devices using the Bluetooth 4.0 interface and connect to the Web with built-in Wi-Fi. Plus, view content on your HDTV by plugging into the HDMI output.
Can this computer run Rosetta Stone?
Does this computer meet the requirements to run Rosetta Stone?
Yes. It will run fine. You may need to add a 32gb MicroSD card to avoid using the tiny 8gb of open memory in the Inspiron.
8 years ago
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AlanInHouston