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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.
 
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4 out of 5
4
Good Performance
on November 21, 2016
Posted by: Matt
from St. Louis
I'll get the one negative out of the way - the instructions do NOT give enough information on how to use each attachment. Not that you won't figure it out, but it would be nice if the instructions were more detailed.
The trimmer is very powerful once charged and the charge lasts a good amount of time.
It comes with a wide variety of attachments that will accommodate most uses. I have not tried them all, but have used the beard trimmer, standard trimmer, detail trimmer and nose/ear trimmer. There are 2 different attachments that can be used as a beard trimmer depending on what you're trying to accomplish.
All of the attachments work really well and do exactly what they should. I was able to trim my beard more exact than with my previous trimmer.
Overall a good investment.
My Best Buy number: 2036243550
I would recommend this to a friend!
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QuietComfort® 35 wireless noise cancelling headphones are engineered with world-class noise cancellation that makes quiet sound quieter and music sound better. Free yourself from wires and connect easily to your devices with Bluetooth® and NFC pairing. And enjoy up to 20 hours of wireless listening per battery charge.
 
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5 out of 5
5
Excellent Investment
on June 7, 2016
Posted by: Matt
from St. Louis
Over the last few years, I've tried to buy headphones that were less expensive with the hope that those would be sufficient for my needs. How wrong I was! Recently I've been using the new Bose QC35 wireless headphones and I finally have some that work the way I want them to work.
First off, the pairing is much quicker and easier than any other Bluetooth models I have previously tried.
Second, the sound is amazing! The built in microphones cancel out 95% of the background noise. The trouble I have is at the gym. There is so much noise in the gym, that I have always had to turn up my music/movies louder than I would like. With the QC35s there isn't a need to max out the volume. In fact, I forget just how loud the gym is until I take them off after my workout.
The headphones come package in a really nice case with a charging cable, audio cable (works even if the battery dies) and an airplane adapter.
The battery life is unbelievable. I have used the headphones a total of 6 hours and I'm still at 90% battery life. To get to a full charge takes less than 2 hours.
If you're like me and have wasted $ over the years buying cheap headphones, these are the perfect investment for anyone wanting clear sound and quality.
My Best Buy number: 2036243550
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Take your work and entertainment with you with this Acer Iconia One 10-inch tablet. The large screen is powered by 1GB of RAM and a quad-core 1.3 GHz processor for high efficiency, and 32GB of flash memory gives you plenty of file storage. The 5-megapixel rear camera lets you take photos using this Acer Iconia One 10-inch tablet anywhere.
 
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4
Good tablet for the money
on May 21, 2016
Posted by: Matt
from St. Louis
Going into using this Acer tablet my expectations weren't high. For my purposes, it is perfect. All I will use it for is to watch videos, listen to music and surf the web.
I added a 32gb microSD card to up the total memory to almost 60gb so I can download movies and music without worrying about the storage.
The quad core processor is sufficient to watch movies, listen to music, etc. Where I did find it lag a bit was playing some games that I have tried. Since I won't use it to play games very often it's not an issue with me.
The screen resolution is about what I expect out of a $150 tablet. I will say downloaded movies do look better than when you stream videos. It's clear with very little blur during action scenes.
The built in speakers are adequate for videos, but not great for music. I've tried using wired and Bluetooth headsets and the sound was much, much better.
All settings are easy to change without much effort.
I have no need for a high end tablet with the laptop and phone I use. This tablet performs exactly was I would expect it to. I've read some negative reviews, but I am very realistic about the performance I will get from a tablet at this price.
My Best Buy number: 2036243550
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Your household wants to play, stream and work online all at once. With this Linksys router, you can do it all without buffering or other interruptions. Use the Smart Wi-Fi app to get started, control, and monitor your home network from anywhere.
 
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Big Upgrade
on February 9, 2016
Posted by: Matt
from St. Louis
I can't speak to the technical specs of this router since that's not something I understand. I can say this: set up was a breeze especially when you use the Linksys website to customize it.
It took me less than 15 minutes, from start to finish, to get everything set up. That includes changing the password and getting all of our devices on the new network.
My Xbox One, Rokus and bluray players are all hard-wired, so speeds stayed the same. Where we see a big difference is in the speed of the WiFi on our wireless devices. Smartphones, laptop and tablets all show speeds that are double what they were with the old Netgear router we had. I even have an Xbox 360 on wireless and I no longer have any problems with losing the connection when playing games.
I'm no tech expert, but with the ease of installation and how user friendly the set up is on the website, I could recommend this to anyone needing a new router.
My Best Buy number: 2036243550
What's great about it: Faster WiFi speeds
What's not so great: Nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Power your home theater with this Insignia™ NS-SB515 2.1-channel soundbar, which features Bluetooth technology for easy wireless streaming. The 6.5" subwoofer produces quality low-end sound to enhance your favorite films.
 
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Good for smaller rooms
on November 23, 2015
Posted by: Matt
from St. Louis
First, I would only recommend this for use in smaller room as the unit is not powerful enough to fill a large room with sound.
I tried this in our bedroom and the sound was more than adequate for that room. The set up was very easy with just one optical digital cable needed. The Bluetooth streaming worked fine from multiple devices.
When I tried it in our main TV room, there were points where the sound just wasn't enough to fill the room regardless of how loud you turn it up - yes it was loud, but all sound was focused to the center of the room. To be fair, the equipment I have in our TV room is much more powerful, so that's what I'm comparing this soundbar to.
A few things to consider - no HDMI connections, not compatible with DTS-HD, short cord on power unit, and limited sound modes.
The bottom line, this is perfect for a bedroom, dorm, or smaller room in your home. I could also see this working good for people in apartments. If you have a larger TV in a big room, I think there are better choices. Though for $99 this is a great value and better than speaker in an TV.
My Best Buy number: 203624355
What's great about it: Easy to set up and use
What's not so great: Not very powerful, no HDMI
I would recommend this to a friend!
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3 out of 5
3
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Plunge right into the center of the action with this headset's DTS Headphone:X 7.1 Channel Surround Sound — no controller adapters or cables required. The Turtle Beach Ear Force Stealth 500X is designed specifically for Xbox One, and delivers stunning interference-free wireless audio and chat through a comfortable and functional headset. Featuring genre-specific EQ presets for music, movies and games, DTS Surround Sound modes help customize your listening experience. Plus, you can enjoy your favorite mobile games, music and movies wherever you are with the mobile cable that lets you connect the headset to your compatible device.
 
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5
Big upgrade
on May 31, 2015
Posted by: Matt
from St. Louis
I have the Turtle Beach Deltas for my Xbox 360 that I have had great luck with over the years. Unfortunately when I got my Xbox One it wasn't quite compatible with that headset. I purchased the Polk 4 Shot when I caught a sale on Best Buy. The Polks are nice for music, but I was never really happy with them for games and movies. I also didn't like that I had to have a cable attached to the controller.
I'm really happy with the Stealth 500X so far. I did the upgrade as suggested by the manufacturer and everything when smooth from that point.
The headset connected to the transmitter on the first try and everything was ready to go.
There are 4 modes each with 4 settings:
- Game Mode has Signature Sound, Shooter, Racing and Sports
- Movie Mode has Signature Sound, Action, Horror and Drama
- Music Mode has Signature Sound, Stadium, Acoustic and Dance
- Surround Off Mode has Natural Sound, Bass Booster, Bass and Treble Booster and Vocal Booster
I took an hour and tried every mode with each 'sound' setting to find the ones I liked the most. It was well worth the hour since I know my settings now.
The sound quality is excellent in all settings that I use. I recommend everyone test each setting to find the ones that you will use consistently.
The rechargeable battery is built in and is charged used a micro-usb cable that is included. I can't say how long the charge lasts, but I used it for about 6 hours recently watching movies and playing games - there was no degradation in the sound. By the way, all cables are included including one to use with your phone.
I haven't used the chat function yet, so I can't comment on that yet.
The build quality is very good and these seem like they will be durable.
A piece of advice - Do the update as soon as you unpack the headset. It will make a big difference.
My Best Buy number: 203624355
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Easily communicate while gaming on your Xbox One with these Polk 4 Shot 4SHOT INK BLACK wireless headphones that feature an integrated near-field microphone to ensure crisp vocal transmission. The 40mm drivers and sound isolation deliver immersive audio.
 
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Comfortable with good sound
on July 17, 2014
Posted by: Matt
from St. Louis
To start off, a headset is a requirement for me to play games - my wife works odd hours, so I always have to play with a headset. I had been using my Turtlebeach Earforce Delta's for both my Xbox 360 and my Xbox One (had to use the chat adapter for the Xbox One#. While I've been relatively happy with the Turtlebeach headset, I was getting tired of switching the optical cables for each of the game systems. All my friends still have the 360, so I have to have a headset for that system.
The Polk 4 Shot appears to be well made. While these are a little heavier than the Deltas, they are a lot more comfortable on my head. The Polks just seem to fit me much better.
Here are the pros for the 4 Shot:
- Extremely comfortable for me
- Sound is crystal clear. No popping or hissing at all.
- Very well made
- Easy to set up - you need to do an update through your Xbox One, but it's very simple
- Polk automatically sent me the replacement microphone once I registered the headset with them. Apparently, the built in mic isn't the best. I haven't used it, so I can't say.
- No batteries needed
- Comes with all the cables to use them with your game system, cell phone, PC or tablet
- Xbox One chat adapter included
- The 4 Shot was on sale for $99.99 when I purchased them
Cons
- Have to be connected to the controller. While this doesn't drain the battery of the controller like some people would think, the controller has to be on. It's not a big deal when playing games, but when watching a movie the controller turns off, so the sound stops coming through the headset.
- Cable to the controller should be a heavier gauge and more flexible
- No way to adjust the sound fields like you can with the Turtlebeach Deltas. I would like to adjust the bass, treble etc. Maybe it can be done through the Xbox One, but I don't know.
- Needs a mute function. It has one for the mic, but not for the headset themselves.
I have tested the 4 Shot with Titanfall, Forza 5 and a few movies. The sound is clear and it is easy to tell where the sound is coming from (left, right, center and rear) when playing games. Is it surround sound, no, but it is clear enough hear where the approaching footsteps are coming from in Titanfall. Forza 5 sounds brilliant - that's all I can say. The movies I have watched all sounded great. The best thing about the sound from the movies is that the dialogue is very clear.
While I like my Turtlebeach headset, I always knew I would hear the occasional pop or hiss. This has not happened at all the Polk 4 shot. I'm guessing it's because it receiving the sound through the controller which is at a different frequency than everything else in my home. The Turtlebeach headset had the same frequency as a few other devices in my home.
So far, these have been a good choice for my use. I really like the way they fit my head and seem to be very well made.
I've read a few negative reviews other places and I have NOT experienced anything similar to what others have said. I know there's a problem with the mic, but Polk is sending a replacement. Plus, I don't use the mic right now.
Unless your expecting digital surround sound, you won't be disappointed in this headset.
My Best Buy number: 2036243550
What's great about it: Comfort, fit, clear sound
What's not so great: Has to be wired to controller, no way to adjust sound field
I would recommend this to a friend!
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5 out of 5
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Ease of Use
4 out of 5
4
Quality
5 out of 5
5
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Your favorite entertainment is at your fingertips with the Xbox One Media Remote. You're in control of Blu-ray movies, streaming video, apps, TV power, and volume. Featuring backlit keys that light up automatically, and direct access to the OneGuide, this simple, powerful remote is designed to help you watch and switch instantly.
 
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Very nice remote
on April 3, 2014
Posted by: Matt
from St. Louis
I needed something for use when watching videos since the standard controller is so touchy. It's happened to me too many times to count that I bump the controller and close the video, fast forward etc. Now I don't have to worry about that happening.
The remote is small, but lights up as soon as you move it. Since my Xbox One was already set up with my audio receiver and TV, I did NOT have to program the remote at all.
The remote works flawlessly in all modes I have to tested.
Like other reviewers, I wish it had a number pad. That's a small complaint when you consider how well it works.
My Best Buy number: 2036243550
What's great about it: Easy to program and use
What's not so great: No number pad
I would recommend this to a friend!
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5 out of 5
5
First great western in quite some time
on May 13, 2011
Posted by: Matt
from St. Louis
I saw this in Netflix and put it in my que. As soon as I saw it, I knew it was a movie I wanted to add to my collection. Very well directed, acted and written. It has a good mix of action and drama. I wasn't sure I would like Zellweger in the movie, but she did a good job. Have always like Mortensen and Ed Harris. Both were superb in their roles. Jeremy Irons played the 'villian' really well. It's a good old fashion western with a great story. I really enjoyed the interaction of Mortensen and Harris. Their loyalty to each other is what makes the story. If you're a fan of westerns, give this one a look and you won't be disappointed. Was very happy to find it at Best Buy for $8!
What's great about it: Story and Ed Harris
What's not so great: Nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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