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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.
 
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A step in the right direction, a couple back
on January 12, 2017
Posted by: MemphisTechieRN
As a proud owner of many Linksys products, I have to say I have mixed feelings about the Velop system.
Don't get me wrong, the connection quality and speed provided is leaps and bounds above competitor's similar products.
The setup, however was a bit "touchy" and why I have taken a star away. At first, the linksys app would not recognize the initial "node". It took force closing the app multiple times, and restarting my mobile device's bluetooth multiple times for this to occur. Then, the app couldn't make a connection from the node to the router. More restarting of the app was required. Once this was completed, the 2nd and 3rd nodes connected with no problems.
I'm far from a tech "newbie", and administer several servers for various companies, so it certainly isn't "operator error".
With that aside, I have a 120Mbps internet connection when previously hardwired to my modem - with Velop, I get 120mbps over wifi! That, to me, is worth the price of admission alone. I have no doubts that Linksys, over the next couple months will be working out the "bugs" in the setup process. But still, If you want a rock solid internet connection, and don't mind a bit more lengthy setup process with "hiccups" along the way - get this system. ONCE IT IS setup, you'll be thankful you did.
My Best Buy number: 2663879429
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Create a soothing state of mind with this LectroFan white noise machine. Its 20 distinct digital sounds, which includes 10 different fan sounds and 10 types of pure white noise, let you mask environmental noise. Use the pinpoint volume controls on this LectroFan white noise machine to customize the experience.
 
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Better sleep
on January 6, 2017
Posted by: MemphisTechieRN
As a 3rd shifter in a busy ER, I am always looking for ways to get a better "night's" sleep. Previously I had in my arsenal a nice *noisy* box fan to drown out the sounds of daytime whilst I slept. So when the opportunity arose to test out a machine with 10 different fan sounds, I was intrigued, if not a bit skeptical. The actual unit is rather small, which is great for those with less space. The small size does not in any way lessen the volume. Of the 10 fan sounds, only one left me wondering who could utilize it (sounded like an old 1930's prop plane). The rest of the sounds are soothing, and can reasonably drown out any annoying sounds. There is also a selection of "white noise" sounds which can reasonably drown out such noises as well. I must say that the fan sounds are "authentic", and life-like. And are not "looped" like some other products (well, i'm sure they are - you just can't tell they are!).
Verdict? If you don't have the room for a giant box fan - this device is perfect for you! I can also see the value in this unit for those that frequently travel, and stay at hotels. Another plus is that it can plug into a normal AC outlet, or a USB outlet. So if your hotel has a USB port on the bedside table - you are good to go!
My Best Buy number: 2663879429
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Create a reliable internet connection throughout your home with this Google Wi-Fi system. The convenient package of three connectivity points effortlessly covers even large homes up to 4,500 square feet. This Google Wi-Fi system eliminates uneven bandwidth usage among multiple devices, including cellphones and tablets, for an unimpeded connection that doesn't lag behind.
 
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For the backyard wifi enthusiast (literally)
on December 18, 2016
Posted by: MemphisTechieRN
The google wifi system does what it sets out to do. I have a feeling that "mesh" systems like this, will in a few short years become the norm rather than the exception.
To start, the setup was a breeze. Simply download the google wifi app - plug your first "station" (or as I like to call them - "pucks") into your router. The app will automatically sense that you have done this. You then continue setup by placing the remaining two "pucks" around your house. The app will tell you if these other two "pucks" are optimally placed (or not). And, that is the setup. Seriously. That's it.
Performance - Full signal in every nook and inch of my house. Even the backyard. The signal is consistently 90-100%
Speed - This is where i knocked off one star. In comparing to a competitor's AC network capable wireless unit which consistently achieves a steady 120+Mbs (read megaBITS a second), the google system achieves a steady 90Mbs. Never going above that. So knowing that I can get higher than that, I wonder what it is about the google system that causes the bottleneck? Certainly not an issue that would/should detract from using this product, not by any means. But for those that like to squeeze every bit of performance out of their internet connections - it may pose a minor problem.
There also isn't that much to customize other than your network name. There is no ability to manually select a channel, or to disable the "N" radio - if you wanted to purely use AC.
Other than that - if you don't mind those minor flaws and would simply like a strong, consistent signal throughout your house/business - GET THIS!
My Best Buy number: 2663879429
I would recommend this to a friend!
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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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"No shave November" ends early.
on November 22, 2016
Posted by: MemphisTechieRN
Like many men in the GenX age group, Novemeber becomes a time to let one's facial hair go wild. Last year, when december 1st rolled around, the thought of shaving all that hair was painful (physically and mentally).
Not this year. Thanks to the Norelco series 7400 shaver.
What a difference this product made. Last year I was screaming, as my old shaver felt like it was pulling the hairs out one by one. Perhaps it wasn't powerful enough? No such screaming this time around. In fact, I can't think of one negative regarding this product. It even comes with a handy carrying case for all the attachments. More about that in a second.
The shaver itself is sturdy, and feels comfortable even in my larger than normal hand. The "grip" is reassuring, as some other products are very easy to slip (and create a non-fixable shave error!).
The on/off toggle is easy to utilize, but not easy to accidentally hit. There is also a "turbo" function for blasting through forests of stubble, and it does so very well.
The battery life is also much longer than shavers that I have used in the past. The packaging states that the "advanced lithium ion battery lasts 60 minutes".One must have a lot of facial/body hair to need that. But, after a full charge, timing the battery output, I was surprised to find that the shaver ran for 75 minutes before it was obvious that the power began to dwindle. It completely stopped at 89 minutes. So roughly a "straight" hour and a half run time, cannot be beat!
The different attachments are useful as well. The 7500 comes with the following:
A nose trimmer (which also works great for those pesky ear hairs).
A detail trimmer, perfect for shaping beard/goatee/sideburns.
A body-groom head, which resembles the coiled electric shaver heads - works great under the arms. It leaves the skin feeling smooth. None of the annoying stubble under the arms that other products leave behind.
Then there are three combs/shaver guards: A body comb (if one does not want to rid themselves of all body hair, but rather give it a trim)
A stubble comb, to trim beards at the same length each and every time.
And a hair comb, to trim the sides/around the ears. I must state I was not adventurous enough to test the hair comb, but because I'm a bit scared to do so - i'm sure it works just fine.
Another cool feature, is the blades on this device use "self sharpening blade technology" which ensures that your 100th, 1000th, ???? shave/trim is just as great as your first. Obviously, I am unable to test that claim with this being a new device in my arsenal.
Perhaps the coolest thing about this, is that it is completely shower proof! Using it in the shower is probably the easiest and cleanest way to use the device. At first, while I kept thinking Electrical device+water=bad news --- It truly is perfectly safe.
Get it! You won't be disappointed!
My Best Buy number: 2663879429
I would recommend this to a friend!
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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.
 
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Best router in its class, hands down!
on October 29, 2016
Posted by: MemphisTechieRN
So you think you already "maxed out" the connection from your provider? You may be surprised, as I was. It must be made clear at this point though, if you have a starter package from your ISP (5-10mbps) you are already most likely "maxed out" and won't see benefits from upgrading. But you could STILL benefit. More on that in a little while,
Prior to this product, I was pulling, on average 42Mbps down, and 12Mbps up. I just thought "well, that's the limitation of the ISP. Nobody probably gets the advertised speed".
How wrong I was!
Packaging/Build:
The WRT AC3200 arrived safely to my humble abode very well packaged (as can be expected from best buy). Upon opening the external box, waiting inside was the product box for the WRT AC3200. Inside the attention grabbing and well designed outer retail display box - the hardware was well protected. The unit and the 4 antennas (antenni?) both are seated in a recessed foam layer, to protect from any drops/rough handling that may occur in transit. Below the foam is a box that contains the ac adapter, and the CD with documentation. Unless godzilla steps on it - I don't see any way that the product could arrive damaged. So, no worries there.
Aesthetics:
It is obvious that when designing the WRT AC3200, Linksys decided to pay homage to their router-line of yesterday. At least with the color scheme. However, linksys upgraded the design to bring it to the 21st century. The sharp lines and angles would make the WRT AC3200 feel at home in a stealth fighter - at area 51 !! There are your standard indicator lights on the front, which are less intrusive/annoying than most competing brands. My personal setup has the router in the bedroom. The wife and I are VERY light sleepers, and the indicator lights do not bother us. Therefore, they most likely won't bother you. But if they do, guess what? You can completely disable them if you want to! No more do you have to utilise the "duct-tape method!!!"
Anyway...
The setup is very simple and straight-forward. I could totally see your "average joe" setting it up with no problems. But, in case you do run into a roadblock, the WRT AC3200 comes with very easy to follow documentation. And even then, there is a telephone support line offered just in case one is totally lost. The support provided is what one can always expect from Linksys.
My personal setup:
Prior to the WRT AC3200 coming into my life, I had a router/modem combo from an ISP that (without mentioning any names) rhymes with palm-last. At one time the 802.11 N speeds where totally acceptable. But like any other techie, I wanted MORE POWER!
To connect the WRT AC3200, I simply used the included (nicely sized) ethernet cable to go from the ISP provided router/modem gateway to the WRT AC3200. After a few seconds, the indicator light showing an internet connection became steady - indicating that the WRT AC3200 is now "ready to go" - to begin configuration. Easy-Peezy.
Setting up:
Before going any further in the (very easy) setup process, you will need to acquire the pre-configured wifi network name and password (which you will be able to later customize). This information is located in two places. Under the device on a sticker, as well as on a sticker in the included "easy setup guide" card. Once you have this info, you are ready to begin the setup process.
You are going to want to connect to one of the two (2.4ghz or 5ghz) pre-configured networks. Or you can connect your laptop to the device via ethernet using one of the included LAN ports. Once this is done, you simply open a web browser; and you will be redirected to the very user-friendly linksys setup wizard. You will be given the opportunity to change the names and passwords of both of the networks, set a security/encryption type, and set a password for the router itself (highly recommended to keep your nosey neighbor out of your router settings). Once done with the easy setup wizard, and you have no need for an advanced setup ----- you are done!
For those than want to tinker a bit more, all of your usual features are included (mac filtering, DMZ, port forwarding/triggering, dyndns etc).
And for those (like myself) who are known around the office as "The guy to go to when you break your computer", something very special about the WRT AC3200 is that it supports open-source firmware (OpenwWRT and DD-WRT) right out of the box! Normally, one would have to wait months for a new device to support these open firmwares. Not with the linksys WRT AC3200!
Performance:
On the local wifi network - my devices now communicate with each-other at the maximum bandwidth that my devices support (867Mbps). Some newer devices support even faster local/LAN speeds. And the linksys WRT AC3200 will support those too! This blazing fast local speed comes in handy if you like to transfer very large files between local devices. This is especially great if you utilize the included USB 3.0 port or esata port with a SSD. Pretty much turning the AC 3200 into a NAS in its own right.
To give an example, it literally took two seconds to transfer a 4gb media file from my laptop to my media server! One of the reasons that the WRT AC3200 is able to do this, is because it implements something called "tri-stream 160". Basically, doubling the bandwidth on the 5ghz range. To better describe this feature, think of your old router as having 5ghz data channels with the width of a drinking straw. Such a small "width" greatly inhibits data bandwidth and speed. With the WRT AC3200, and with "Tri-Stream 160" those data channels are now the width of a fire-hose: TIMES 3! Very impressive, I know. You are only restricted by what your devices support (some may not have wireless AC capabilities, etc).
But how about internet speeds? As mentioned above, I was averaging 42mbps down with my standard run of the mill ISP setup in which I pay for 100Mbps down/20Mbps Up with the "company that rhymes with palm-last".
Now? That is increased to a steady and stable 130Mbps down and 25Mbps up!
You must be thinking "I bet he has to sit in the same room as the router to get those blazing speeds?!?!? Nope. Actually, I am currently on my patio, on the other side of the house! With my old equipment, the 5ghz network wouldn't even extend onto the patio. Now I have a full and strong signal anywhere in my house, and parts of my yard (Don't ask ha ha)!!!
My old router would get a bit "wonky" and unstable after being on a week or so. Apparently, it would overheat and spazz-out, randomly dropping connections. This would mean that I would either have to reboot it, or in extreme cases, unplug it and let it cool down for awhile. There are NO such problems with the WRT AC3200! In fact, I have stress-tested it with everything I can throw at it, and it keeps on trucking! The included 1.8ghz dual-core processor handles any task effortlessly. To me, that is the most impressive thing about the device. At any one-time, with my usage, there are 12-15 devices connected simultaneously.
Which brings us to the next point.
How many of us have been in a situation where we are, for example, trying to download a large file for work - but "little johnny" is also downloading a large media file? Our once rather snappy connection is now crippled because little johnny is using all of the bandwidth. Traditional routers generally assign one datastream for all devices to compete for. In bandwidth intensive environments, or even with the scenario above, that can be VERY bad. Linksys has thought of that exact scenerio when developing the WRT AC3200. The device sports a technology called "MU-MIMO" (Multi-User MIMO) which basically gives each connected device its very own dedicated data-stream. Why is that important? Now little johnny, little suzy, and even your dog spot (if he's so technologically inclined) can all be downloading large media files - and you can happily download your work file with no degredation in speed or performance!! Like I said above, I have tried everything I could think of to try and "outsmart" the MU-MIMO feature - to have it degrade the performance even 1% - and I was unable to do so! If you have devices that you want to permenantly give top priority to like a voip system, media server, or other device - you can do so in the control panel. But, I personally don't see a reason to do so, since the device automagically does this right out of the gate for you.
Connectivity:
The WRT AC3200 has many connectivity options. Included are 4 (four) gigabit ethernet LAN ports. Those ports will allow you to "hardwire" selected devices directly to the WRT AC3200, giving you an up to 10x faster ethernet connection than with your previous router. However, with the WRT AC3200 basically giving you the same connection speed via WIFI as you would get via ethernet, I really only see the LAN ports getting limited use. Some scenarios where I could see using a hardwired LAN port would be if you are running a web-server, or if your device (desktop PC for instance) didn't have a wireless card. Other than that, I really see no benefit of forgoing the wireless connection.
Also included are 2 USB ports. One USB 2.0 port, and one USB 3.0 which also doubles as an esata. I simply have a thumb-drive connected to the 3.0 port to act as a cloud backup for my device(s). You can setup an FTP server or web-dav directly from within the linksys control panel if you so desire.
All in all, the WRT AC3200 is your best bet in its price range. The WRT AC3200 is hands down the ABSOLUTE BEST wireless router I have literally EVER owned.
My Best Buy number: 2663879429
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Experience great gaming with this OMEN Obelisk desktop computer. Its NVIDIA GeForce graphics and Intel Core i7 processor are suitable for virtual reality games, and the 1TB hard drive and 256GB solid-state drive provide extensive storage and fast boot times. This OMEN Obelisk desktop computer's case opens without tools for easy expansion.
 

can you change the colors of the rgb inside the computer

Yes!
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Experience great gaming with this OMEN Obelisk desktop computer. Its NVIDIA GeForce graphics and Intel Core i7 processor are suitable for virtual reality games, and the 1TB hard drive and 256GB solid-state drive provide extensive storage and fast boot times. This OMEN Obelisk desktop computer's case opens without tools for easy expansion.
 

What and how do I connect the desktop with the monitor?

Either with an HDMI cable or a Display Port cable. There are ports on the back of the PC.
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Only at Best BuyEnjoy television and movies in stunning clarity with this 60-inch Sharp Smart TV. Its 4K panel resolution delivers a clear, crisp picture, and its three HDMI inputs and one USB input let you connect accessories and stereo receivers. This Sharp Smart TV is Netflix certified for simple, fast streaming of digital content.
 

I have Apple tv 4th Gen which is NOT a 4K device. I just bought this tv which replaced my old HDTV. I do not see any difference in picture quality (from my old tv as compared with this Sharp 4K tv). Is this because of the fact my apple tv is not 4K?

Yes.
You can't get 4k resolution from devices that don't output 4k.
So of course, the quality will be the same as your old tv - unless you get a device that outputs in 4k.
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Only at Best BuyEnjoy television and movies in stunning clarity with this 60-inch Sharp Smart TV. Its 4K panel resolution delivers a clear, crisp picture, and its three HDMI inputs and one USB input let you connect accessories and stereo receivers. This Sharp Smart TV is Netflix certified for simple, fast streaming of digital content.
 

I have been reading the comments by other customers. I just picked up the tv & found out this thing doesn’t have a web browser. How do I download one if that is possible??

You can download the web browser via the TV's included app store. I just did the other day. It's pretty cool as it renders the sites exactly (and as quickly) as a browser on a laptop.
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Only at Best BuyEnjoy television and movies in stunning clarity with this 60-inch Sharp Smart TV. Its 4K panel resolution delivers a clear, crisp picture, and its three HDMI inputs and one USB input let you connect accessories and stereo receivers. This Sharp Smart TV is Netflix certified for simple, fast streaming of digital content.
 

Do NOT buy this SHARP I got one in Nov and it glitched a lot one day my 5 year old was watching and it froze She taped the screen with the remote and the screen cracked Sharp doesn't make replacement screens Best buy protection won't cover it i'm screwed

Tap + 5yr old = threw remote at the screen like an MLB player? Perhaps.
Pretty sure best buy protection wouldn't cover intentional damage like this for any item. To say this is an issue with the Sharp brand is quite the stretch.
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Jump-start your productivity with this Asus convertible notebook. It functions as a laptop and a tablet, and the powerful Intel Core i5 processor increases efficiency. The backlit keyboard and palm rest provide comfortable operation. Activate your Asus convertible notebook with the two-second instant-on feature to quickly get back to doing what you love.
 

If I attach an external CD Drive, can I copy/burn something onto a disk? Thanks.

Yes, if it can be installed on another windows 10 device, it can be installed here. You will need to get a USB-A to USB-C adapter as there are no "regular" usb ports. Just usb-c.
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Only at Best BuyWatch movies and TV shows anywhere on this 12-inch Samsung Galaxy Book 2-in-1 tablet. It has a Super AMOLED display that supports 4K resolution to replicate the movie theater experience, and its S Pen provides precision in creative projects. This Samsung Galaxy Book 2-in-1 tablet has a battery life of up to 10.5 hours.
 

Does it have a removable SIM card?

No.
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Only at Best BuyWatch movies and TV shows anywhere on this 12-inch Samsung Galaxy Book 2-in-1 tablet. It has a Super AMOLED display that supports 4K resolution to replicate the movie theater experience, and its S Pen provides precision in creative projects. This Samsung Galaxy Book 2-in-1 tablet has a battery life of up to 10.5 hours.
 

You only get 128GB SSD and 4GB of Memory for this price? Fail.

Storage is expandable. This tablet is a fail? Far from it. I'm enjoying mine. Sadly it is already back-ordered on most sites. So perhaps this is just a case of sour-grapes on your part, or you are a MaC fan, OR you just couldn't afford this and had nothing positive to contribute. For everyone else, this tablet is AWESOME. It has handled everything I've thrown at it within reason. Obviously it's not meant to play games in full frame rate - but everything else - YEP!
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