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Start every morning off right with this DeLonghi Dedica coffee grinder. It has a 14-cup grind capacity to serve a crowd, and its 18 grind settings and light, normal and strong coffee choices provide the options you need to meet variable taste preferences. This DeLonghi Dedica coffee grinder has a removable upper burr to make cleaning easy.
Customer Rating
4
Very nice grinder
on June 8, 2017
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The DeLonghi Dedica 14-Cup Stainless Steel Grinder is a very good coffee grinder. It is fairly large so you'll need counter space to use it. It's roughly the size of a drip coffee maker. I only gave it four stars instead of five because I would like it to hold more coffee beans than it does. It holds around six ounces of beans and I would like to see a pound up there. Other than that, it has features to create any type of coffee grind that you would want. You can adjust between three different strengths of grind, plus you can change from very fine to very course grinds. There are 18 different grind settings so you can get it just how you like it. It comes with a container to hold the ground coffee and it also comes with an adapter to grind into an espresso press. It is a good looking machine and works perfectly. If you like freshly ground coffee then this very well could be the machine for you.
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Enjoy optimal sound clarity from the Pure Digital Drive system of these Audio-Technica wireless over-ear headphones. You can easily answer calls or control the volume with the built-in microphone and tap controls. These Audio-Technica wireless over-ear headphones hold a charge for up to 15 hours to get you through long playlists.
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5
Premium Sound and Premium Comfort
on May 30, 2017
Posted by: The34Car
The Audio-Technica DSR7BT digital wireless over-ear headphones are the best headphones I've ever owned. You can stop reading now and go buy a set of these because they are just that good.
The headphones sound crystal clear with perfect highs and deep bass. Whether you're listening to music, a movie, or video game, it's going to sound incredible. They feature Pure Digital Drive, which keeps the audio signal in digital form until the very end for the purest sound. They have excellent noise cancelling as well to keep you immersed in the sound you want to hear.
The DSR7BT pairs easily with devices and has really long battery life. You can use them wired via usb or wirelessly via bluetooth. They weigh just under 11 ounces and have super soft ear padding.
They also feature a built-in microphone so you can answer calls or record video games with commentary. I haven't tried the latter, so I don't know how good it sounds. Phone calls sound good though.
I highly recommend these headphones. I love mine and I think you'll love them too.
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Take your tunes anywhere with this LifeProof AQUAPHONICS speaker. This floating waterproof device is submersible in up to 1m of water for 30 minutes, and it deflects damage from snow, ice and dirt. Pair this LifeProof AQUAPHONICS speaker with up to eight Bluetooth devices, and use the included dry box for storing keys and cards.
Customer Rating
5
Nice Sound From a Small Source
on May 8, 2017
Posted by: The34Car
The Aquaphonics AQ10 Bluetooth Speaker is a nice little portable speaker, especially for use outdoors and near the pool. It is submersible up to 1 meter (a little over 3 feet) for up to 30 minutes. I haven't tested this myself, and wouldn't recommend doing so, but I would feel confident that if it fell into the pool and was quickly retrieved that it would be just fine (or was caught out in the rain).
The sound is robust and crisp, however the bass is adequate but not great. You won't be shaking the concrete with deep bass.
It weighs in at 1.7 lbs, and is roughly 8.5 inches long and 3.25 inches tall and wide.
The speaker comes with a charging cord and has an audio input and usb output which get tucked away to keep the water out. It paired effortlessly with my phone, which is a good thing.
Overall I like the sound and the look of this device and being waterproof is a feature that can be really important for outdoor usage.
The sound is robust and crisp, however the bass is adequate but not great. You won't be shaking the concrete with deep bass.
It weighs in at 1.7 lbs, and is roughly 8.5 inches long and 3.25 inches tall and wide.
The speaker comes with a charging cord and has an audio input and usb output which get tucked away to keep the water out. It paired effortlessly with my phone, which is a good thing.
Overall I like the sound and the look of this device and being waterproof is a feature that can be really important for outdoor usage.
My Best Buy number: 0420701501
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Experience immersive entertainment options with this Sony 4K Blu-ray player. Its Ultra HD resolution provides exceptionally detailed screen images with increased brightness and more realistic color, and its support of Dolby Atmos and DTS:X provides cinema-quality sound. This Sony 4K Blu-ray player supports high-resolution audio formats for more accurate music reproduction.
Customer Rating
5
Makes Content Look and Sound Amazing
on May 8, 2017
Posted by: The34Car
The Sony UBP-X800 Ultra HD Blu-ray player is what you want to use to get the maximum benefits out of your 4k tv. It will allow you to stream 4k content from Netflix and Amazon, and plays all kinds of discs with all kinds of file formats. It will play 4k Ultra HD blu-ray movies, 3D blu-ray movies, standard DVD's, and cd's with music, video, and/or audio files.
For lesser quality movies (dvd's and standard blu-ray's), it will upscale them to improve their quality. This is good right now because the ultra blu-ray movie selection is still on the small side.
The player is easy to set up and can be integrated with any home theater system. If you're just using it with a tv, it is a simple HDMI connection and you're done. It provides separate HDMI outputs for audio and video for those who are using receivers in their setup.
A cool feature is that you can output sound to your home theater and to a bluetooth speaker at the same time, so if you're in another room or far away from the home theater speakers, you can hear more clearly.
The UBP-X800 comes with some built-in apps, but they are relatively few. Hopefully Sony will update and add more in the future. The bare bone essentials are there though, such as Netflix, Amazon, Pandora , Hulu and a few others.
The machine is quiet and feels quite sturdy. The feet have incredible grip so the machine isn't going to slide or vibrate during use. It is a full-size unit that will fit in a component stack if you have one. Overall I really like this unit and would recommend it to others.
For lesser quality movies (dvd's and standard blu-ray's), it will upscale them to improve their quality. This is good right now because the ultra blu-ray movie selection is still on the small side.
The player is easy to set up and can be integrated with any home theater system. If you're just using it with a tv, it is a simple HDMI connection and you're done. It provides separate HDMI outputs for audio and video for those who are using receivers in their setup.
A cool feature is that you can output sound to your home theater and to a bluetooth speaker at the same time, so if you're in another room or far away from the home theater speakers, you can hear more clearly.
The UBP-X800 comes with some built-in apps, but they are relatively few. Hopefully Sony will update and add more in the future. The bare bone essentials are there though, such as Netflix, Amazon, Pandora , Hulu and a few others.
The machine is quiet and feels quite sturdy. The feet have incredible grip so the machine isn't going to slide or vibrate during use. It is a full-size unit that will fit in a component stack if you have one. Overall I really like this unit and would recommend it to others.
My Best Buy number: 0420701501
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Hear every footstep, click and breath with this Razer Kraken digital gaming headset. The powerful 50mm drivers have neodymium magnets so that they produce exceptional sound directly to your ear, and the included microphone picks up speech clearly. This Razer Kraken digital gaming headset connects to a USB port for easy setup.
Customer Rating
3
Very Good and Very Bad
on March 27, 2017
Posted by: The34Car
This is a definite mixed review.
First the good: these headphones sound amazing. The 7.1 surround sound, coupled with the over-ear outside noise reduction, is really immersive. The retractable microphone is a nice feature as well. The 6' usb cord is long enough, but could stand to be a tiny bit longer. With my pc setup, it is stretched almost to the limit. The cord has a braided exterior and features a built-in tie to keep the cord neat.
The headphones are pretty comfortable with a cushioned headband and deeply cushioned earphones. Like most headphones though, after prolonged use, my ears started to hurt.
The Razer Kraken headphones look really cool. They did a good job in the design phase. The Razer logos light up on each earphone when you are connected to the computer.
Now for the bad. The very bad. The Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma V2 headphones come with software that, after connecting the headphones to your computer, will prompt you to install. To complete the installation process, a computer restart is necessary. When I attempted the install, I was unable to restart my computer. As in, the installation crashed my computer. After many attempts to fix things, I was forced to reset my computer to its initial settings. My computer has never misbehaved before and is completely up to date. If I decide to use these headphones again, I will not be installing the software.
My Best Buy number: 0420701501
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Enhance your 4G LTE or 3G signal with this weBoost eqo 4G, which is ideal for one to two rooms. This compact antenna covers up to 1500 square feet and works for multiple cellular devices at once, regardless of carrier. Make your signal up to 32 times stronger and get more done with this weBoost eqo 4G antenna kit.
Customer Rating
4
Can Really Boost Signal Over Small Distances
on March 14, 2017
Posted by: The34Car
I have tested out the eqo weboost and have found that it significantly boosts my 4G LTE signal, but only in a very short distance from the booster. I already had a decent signal in the area that I tested. It was roughly -91 dBm 45 asu. To my understanding, the closer the dBm (decibel-milliwatts or the power ratio in decibels (dB) of the measured power referenced to one milliwatt (mW)) is to zero, the better. After setting up the eqo weboost, right near the booster my signal went to -67 dBm 73 asu. ASU stands for Active Set Updates or the rate at which your phone is able to update its location to the towers. So after connecting the eqo, the dBm got higher, which is good; and so did the asu, which I believe is also good.
The box claims that setup takes only five minutes, and that is pretty accurate. You have to have a window in the area that you want to use this, and the window should preferably slide open and have a screen on it. This is because there is an outside antenna that sits in between the outside of the window and the window screen. It has a flat wire that connects to it, which is good because you are able to close the window with the wire under it. The outside antenna connects to the inside antenna, which is pretty big in size (maybe half the size of an xbox one). The inside antenna must be plugged into an electrical outlet and also connects to the booster via a 25' supplied cable. I'm not a fan of running cables all over the house, which is why I didn't give this 5 stars. It really took only 5 minutes to set up and once it's plugged in, it works immediately - no programming or inputting passwords or anything.
The box claims that setup takes only five minutes, and that is pretty accurate. You have to have a window in the area that you want to use this, and the window should preferably slide open and have a screen on it. This is because there is an outside antenna that sits in between the outside of the window and the window screen. It has a flat wire that connects to it, which is good because you are able to close the window with the wire under it. The outside antenna connects to the inside antenna, which is pretty big in size (maybe half the size of an xbox one). The inside antenna must be plugged into an electrical outlet and also connects to the booster via a 25' supplied cable. I'm not a fan of running cables all over the house, which is why I didn't give this 5 stars. It really took only 5 minutes to set up and once it's plugged in, it works immediately - no programming or inputting passwords or anything.
Bottom line, if you have a workspace with bad cell signal or live in a remote location and need a good signal, this should do the trick. If you already have a decent signal and are just looking to top it out, this may be a bit of overkill.
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Connect your Samsung Gear S3 with both Android and iOS smartphones.¹ Pair your smartwatch via Bluetooth using the Samsung Gear companion app to see where the freedom of Samsung Gear S3 can take you. With the Gear S3, you can pay right from your wrist, track your location, and withstand any weather.
Customer Rating
2
Get the Frontier Version with 4G Capability Instea
on February 9, 2017
Posted by: The34Car
I really can't find much of a use for this watch. If I have to have my phone nearby, I don't really see the point. I suppose you can use the fitness tracking aspect of the watch and transfer the data to your phone later, but that's about the only advantage to the using the watch over using the same apps on your smartphone. Otherwise, why not just carry around your phone instead? It seems a bit redundant to carry both.
With 4G LTE capability however, one could leave his phone behind and free up some bulk from his day. Receiving calls, email, texts, using Samsung Pay, listening to music, etc. without having the phone nearby is the real plus to wearing a smartwatch in my opinion. For now I'll continue to use my Samsung Gear S watch with 3G and maybe I'll replace my Gear S3 Classic watch for the Frontier version with 4G LTE.
With 4G LTE capability however, one could leave his phone behind and free up some bulk from his day. Receiving calls, email, texts, using Samsung Pay, listening to music, etc. without having the phone nearby is the real plus to wearing a smartwatch in my opinion. For now I'll continue to use my Samsung Gear S watch with 3G and maybe I'll replace my Gear S3 Classic watch for the Frontier version with 4G LTE.
My Best Buy number: 0420701501
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Make your home an internet haven with this versatile Linksys Velop wireless Wi-Fi system. Three identical tri-band dual-stream AC2200 routers, each equipped with a quad-core ARM Cortex-A7 processor, deliver lightning-fast internet. Equipped with Bluetooth 4.0/LE, this Linksys Velop wireless Wi-Fi system is simple to set up and pairs easily with computers, tablets and smart devices.
Customer Rating
4
Good But The App Needs Some Bug Fixes
on January 13, 2017
Posted by: The34Car
The Linksys Velop whole home wi-fi system provides great coverage in every corner of my home. It doesn't drop off no matter what room I'm in. It comes with three nodes, one parent node that hooks up to my modem, and two wireless nodes that can be placed around the house. the coverage is great, and it gives you options like device prioritization and parental controls. You can cut off and/or restore wifi to any device on your network if you so desire.
A downside to this system is that the parent node only has two ethernet ports; one to connect to your modem and one for a peripheral device. Most routers have at least four ethernet ports. If you have a lot of wired devices, you will need to purchase a bridge to house them. Another issue is that the current version of the app has a lot of bugs. These will most likely be corrected by the time this product officially launches. Some have commented that the setup was difficult, but I found it to be very straightforward and everything worked correctly on my first go at it.
A downside to this system is that the parent node only has two ethernet ports; one to connect to your modem and one for a peripheral device. Most routers have at least four ethernet ports. If you have a lot of wired devices, you will need to purchase a bridge to house them. Another issue is that the current version of the app has a lot of bugs. These will most likely be corrected by the time this product officially launches. Some have commented that the setup was difficult, but I found it to be very straightforward and everything worked correctly on my first go at it.
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Enjoy multiple benefits when wearing these Samsung IconX headphones. They double as a fitness tracker to record distance, speed and calories burned, and 4GB of memory lets you store up to 1,000 songs directly on these ear pieces. These Samsung IconX headphones come without wires for ultimate mobility during your workout.
Customer Rating
3
More Work Than They're Worth
on December 27, 2016
Posted by: The34Car
These are an interesting concept but for me, I still prefer over ear or on ear headphones. These have a lot of small pieces without wires that have the potential to be easily misplaced. Also, to use without your phone you need to transfer music to the earbuds via usb. Transferring files is something I hate to do, and I don't like having to do it once from my computer to my phone, then again from my phone to my earbuds.
My Best Buy number: 0420701501
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Wake up to a delicious cup of java with this Ninja Coffee Bar glass carafe system. The 10-cup pitcher holds 50 oz. of coffee when entertaining or brews a single cup at a time, prepared at the infusion level of your choice. This Ninja Coffee Bar glass carafe system has a built-in frother for hot and cold drink creations.
Customer Rating
5
Amazing Home Coffee Brewer
on December 21, 2016
Posted by: The34Car
I am so in love with this Ninja Coffee Bar! It brews the best cup of coffee I've ever had at home. The coffee drinks that I've made are just a smidge less perfect than the ones I get at coffee shops, even better than some coffee shops actually.
The machine looks good and everything has been well thought out as far as functionality and ease of use. You can choose between different sizes of drinks, from a single serve cup all the way up to a full carafe (carafe is included). It takes about as long to brew a single cup as it does with one of the pod machines, but you don't have to deal with the pods and you get to use whichever coffee you choose.
There are also different brew modes, including Classic brew, Rich brew, and Over Ice brew. Classic is like a regular cup of coffee that you would get from just about any home coffee brewer. Rich has a noticeably deeper flavor, more like what you'd find in a coffee shop. I haven't tried Over Ice because I'm not a fan of cold coffee.
My favorite feature is the frother. I love my lattes, and this machine makes them so easily! Frothing milk only takes a few seconds and the frother is removable to give it a quick rinse after use.
I highly recommend this machine to anyone who wants to have a great cup of coffee at home.
The machine looks good and everything has been well thought out as far as functionality and ease of use. You can choose between different sizes of drinks, from a single serve cup all the way up to a full carafe (carafe is included). It takes about as long to brew a single cup as it does with one of the pod machines, but you don't have to deal with the pods and you get to use whichever coffee you choose.
There are also different brew modes, including Classic brew, Rich brew, and Over Ice brew. Classic is like a regular cup of coffee that you would get from just about any home coffee brewer. Rich has a noticeably deeper flavor, more like what you'd find in a coffee shop. I haven't tried Over Ice because I'm not a fan of cold coffee.
My favorite feature is the frother. I love my lattes, and this machine makes them so easily! Frothing milk only takes a few seconds and the frother is removable to give it a quick rinse after use.
I highly recommend this machine to anyone who wants to have a great cup of coffee at home.
My Best Buy number: 0420701501
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The new Alienware x17 is super thin, extremely light laptop . Now’s your chance to game with gear that knows no boundaries. The Alienware x17 gaming laptops with advanced Alienware Cryo-Tech™ cooling defy boundaries. Introducing Element 31 thermal interface material and a Quad-Fan Design. We are incorporating more fan blades, more copper materials, and vapor chambers to deliver ample power while dissipating the heat more efficiently and allowing the fans to run less resulting in reduced noise. The x17 features five tailored power states, and grants access to thousands of games with Windows. Alienware laptops will bring your favorite games into hyper-reality with Windows DirectX 12 Ultimate. Constructed with magnesium alloy and aluminum parts gamers can experience the evolved Legend Industrial Design that reimagines the way you game. The Alienware x17 is equipped with 11th Gen Intel processors, has more storage options with dual drives featuring SSD and includes powerful NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 30-series discrete graphics.
How exactly does the internet/online play work with these newer laptops? Do you have to get internet from a certain provider or is it something else?
Yes. The internet is like the road that you drive on and the laptop is like the car that drives on the road. You need to get internet from an internet service provider, usually via cable companies or phone companies. Then you connect your laptop to your internet connection and you're ready to go.
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The Dell 24” FHD monitor is beautifully designed to sit easily into any space ready for your everyday lifestyle. Built-in dual HDMI ports keep your devices always plugged in. The three-sided ultrathin bezel design lets you enjoy superb screen clarity in 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution. Smooth, tear-free experience with AMD FreeSync™ technology, featuring up to 75Hz refresh rate. This TÜV-certified monitor has a flicker-free screen with ComfortView, a feature that reduces harmful blue light emissions.
Do you need to purchase any connections to connect to the main computer? If you have a monitor already hooked up (it is now broken) would you be able to use those connections?
You must connect this to your computer via HDMI cable, which is provided in the box. If you need to connect with a different cable, I would look for a different monitor.
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Play to your full potential with this HP OMEN Obelisk desktop. Fluid gaming is ensured with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 20 series graphics and an Intel Core i7 processor, running on Windows 10 Home. Make a statement with customizable RGB lighting and a transparent side panel, and perform easy toolless upgrades in adherence to micro-ATX standards with this HP OMEN Obelisk desktop.
What is the maximum ram that this can be upgraded to? It shows 2 channels, is the max ram per channel 16?
Play to your full potential with this HP OMEN Obelisk desktop. Fluid gaming is ensured with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 20 series graphics and an Intel Core i7 processor, running on Windows 10 Home. Make a statement with customizable RGB lighting and a transparent side panel, and perform easy toolless upgrades in adherence to micro-ATX standards with this HP OMEN Obelisk desktop.
What size fan is being used on the back of the computer case? Also, on top of the case, it looks like another place to mount fans, what size are those mounts?
The one in back is 3.5". I think the top mount is 4".
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Lighten household chores with this SHARK® ION™ vacuum system. The lithium-ion battery supplies a long-lasting charge, and the 0.66-quart dust cup and HEPA filter collect dirt, hair, and dander to prevent allergen buildup. This SHARK® ION™ vacuum system comes with a built-in power vacuum to help with those extra cleaning jobs.
Does this one map a grid to use each time like the robot one? Thanks
No it doesn't. It has a random pattern that allows it to go over areas more than once, thus making the cleaning more effective.
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Listen to your music wherever you're most comfortable with these Sennheiser RS 185 RF over-the-ear headphones, which offer a wireless range up to 328' that lets you move about freely. The ergonomic design ensures a comfortable fit.
What does "open back " mean? Are they cooler (temp) to wear?
It means the sound comes out through the back of the speaker. Others around you will be able to hear what you are listening to. They aren't any cooler to wear.
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Keep your focus on the road with this Garmin Speak voice service device. Amazon Alexa is integrated and takes voice commands, so you can keep your hands on the wheel, and it connects to your vehicle's stereo system to provide spoken turn-by-turn directions. This Garmin Speak voice service device is compact, so it doesn't obstruct your view.
Is this a different product than the recent new Alexa? If so, one has to have both:on for the car and the other for home, correct? Thank you.
This is a navigation product made by Garmin for your car that also has Alexa built in. The intent is for this product to stay in your car, so you would need a different Alexa product for your home.
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Keep your focus on the road with this Garmin Speak voice service device. Amazon Alexa is integrated and takes voice commands, so you can keep your hands on the wheel, and it connects to your vehicle's stereo system to provide spoken turn-by-turn directions. This Garmin Speak voice service device is compact, so it doesn't obstruct your view.
Does this require Garmin paid subscription?
Keep your focus on the road with this Garmin Speak voice service device. Amazon Alexa is integrated and takes voice commands, so you can keep your hands on the wheel, and it connects to your vehicle's stereo system to provide spoken turn-by-turn directions. This Garmin Speak voice service device is compact, so it doesn't obstruct your view.
Is it possible to save frequently used locations and just call them by name when routing?
As of now you can only save "home" Work" and "school"
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The Shark ION Robot is designed with a Tri-Brush System, combining side brushes, channel brushes, and a multi-surface brushroll to handle debris on all surfaces, corners, and edges. Use the SharkClean app or voice control with Alexa or Google Assistant to start cleaning from anywhere Shark ION Robot.
