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Save precious kitchen prep time with this Philips Viva multi-chopper. Its two functions provide coarse and fine chopping, and its automatic speed selection adjusts its performance to the type of ingredient. This 500W Philips Viva multi-chopper lets you achieve chef-quality results for coarsely chopped ingredients thanks to its ChopDrop technology.
 
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Best chopper design
on October 17, 2017
Posted by: SimpleLiving
from Tampa, FL
I have a busy schedule so I like devices that help you make things quickly and easy. This Philips Multi Chopper does its job perfectly and it is a lifesaver to have in your kitchen. The first thing I wanted to chop with this device is onions. This chopper cuts onion into small pieces and I didn’t end up with blended onion like other choppers. Normally, other choppers you end up with onion that looks like-paste; and this is because most choppers have a blade at the bottom which overly chops the onion into a paste. Philips chopper design solved this issue with their chop drop technology. This design chops onion on the top canister which has the blade on the top part of the machine, once the onion is chopped it drops to the bottom of the container where it doesn’t get chopped again. The Chop Drop Technology is great for onions because you will not get paste-like onions. For harder chopping vegetable like carrots, I remove the top canister and I use a different blade. The carrots came out perfectly chopped for my cooking needs. The device is very simple to use, place the vegetable inside with the appropriate container and blade, place the cover motor, and finally the cover down to chop. This just turns the chopper on without the need to press a switch.
Cleanup was not hard to do because the device design prevents food from getting stuck. It was easy to rinse and wash, no issue in this process.
This will be an extreme lifesaver if you need to chop for a large family event. If you hate how some chopper leaves your onions with a paste-like texture, then you will love this Philips MultiChopper with Chop Drop Technology. The most important thing is that my wife loves this new chopper. “Happy wife, happy life”
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Set up your workstation with this 23-inch Acer widescreen monitor, and enjoy ample space for graphics or document work. The ultra-thin backlit LED display offers easy viewing in any light from any angle, and brilliant 1920 x 1080 resolution brings your work alive. This Acer widescreen monitor features an adjustable tilt stand for comfort.
 
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Great monitor
on October 11, 2017
Posted by: SimpleLiving
from Tampa, FL
Finally, I have a monitor that is nice to work, study and have fun.
The screen dimension is nice to work because it allows me to have to browsers, or apps open at the same time to work more efficiently. I find working on word documents a lot easier when I have another page open and on my screen. The colors are beautiful and vibrant. The resolution is excellent to watch movies.
The hardware and case feel like a quality built. It is extremely light that you may lift with just one hand. This Acer monitor is very thin and it comes with RGB cable for connection. It has a HDMI port, which this is the only type of connection my new computer has. The monitor tilts a bit forward and backward, but only a few degrees. What I like about this monitor is that after a few hours of use it doesn’t feel hot or warm.
I think that this Acer monitor is great and I plan to get another one for my wife, maybe the 27” for her.
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Keep enemies out of your room with this fully animated Spider-Man toy. His LED eyes light up when he detects movement with his motion-detection technology, and speech recognition lets him engage in two-way conversations. Hook this Spider-Man toy up to the Internet via Wi-Fi for new adventures, missions and updates.
 
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Great device for kids
on October 5, 2017
Posted by: SimpleLiving
from Tampa, FL
This Sphero Spider-Man product is amazing and my 10-year-old son loves his spidey (that is what he calls him). The device is kinda of the concept of Alexa but it doesn't activate by voice command, you have to press the spider on Spidey's chest. Pressing the spider button activates the device. He tells many jokes and asks questions to know you. For playing, he features a story where he walks your through a spiderman crime scene and he requests the player's assistance. He can guard your room when someone enters and keeps track of the time and gives out an alert. The sound is incredible and the Light eyes change with Spidey's emotions and conversation. The first day he kept my son entertained for hours. Easy to set up with a smartphone app and you may set up an alarm to wake up your little ones in the morning. I love the features that come with its own charger and rechargeable batteries; no more using disposable batteries. I hope Sphero company can create a device for girls. To summarize, my son loves his new toy/friend.
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Upgrade your business presentations with this Epson projector. It has built-in speakers for clear audio, and the lamp can run for up to 10,000 hours in economic mode. This Epson projector casts images as small as 33.1 inches and as large as 320 inches and works with several video inputs.
 
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Great portable projector
on September 30, 2017
Posted by: SimpleLiving
from Tampa, FL
This Epson VS355 720p is the perfect replacement for old BenQ MP610 projector in our meeting room. This Epson has a huge difference in quality when projected in a room lighted and in a completely dark room. The Epson give out 3000 lumens vs the other brand which is 2000. The quality of the image is a huge improvement compared to my older projector we were using. When using for presentations the fonts are shown fine and for videos is really nice. The size is just slightly thinner than most normal projectors. Its weight is also slightly less than normal size projector. If you are going to use a projector stand, just note that it only has three holes for attachment. No issue in attaching my older stand to this new projector. It has all the necessary type of connection that you may use in an office, it even included one HDMI port.
The best feature about this projector is that it does a perfect job at horizontal and vertical image correction. It is one less thing you need to struggle to setup because it is almost automatically to correct for a rectangular image from any angle. This adjustment is called “ Keystone correction”. So this makes this a perfect projector for portability.
The fan noise level at normal mode is average, not too loud. When economy mode is even less noticeable. I will mostly use this projector in the economy mode in the meeting room to have the least noise and to prolong the life of the lamp, but this mode is not a big issue because even though the image it was still bright for the room. I would recommend the use of economy mode whenever possible to increase the lamp’s life.
To sum up, this projector is fantastic for any meeting room, for portability use and as a bonus, to watch quality videos.
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Whether you’re biking with your family, lounging by the beach, or hanging with friends — music makes the moment even better. That’s why the SoundLink Micro portable Bluetooth speaker was engineered to keep pace with your life and deliver unmatched sound for its size. This outdoor speaker is small but powerful. Thanks to proprietary Bose technology, the SoundLink Micro wireless speaker delivers huge sound and bass, even outdoors. Plus, it has a rugged exterior that resists drops, dents, and scratches, while the soft-touch finish makes it easy to hold in your hand. Attach this portable speaker to your backpack or cooler for on-the-go-tunes thanks to the included tear-resistant silicone straps. And it’s waterproof and dustproof, so you don’t have to worry about it getting accidentally wet or dirty. The rechargeable lithium-ion battery in the Bose SoundLink Micro portable waterproof speaker lets you enjoy up to 6 hours of music that’s deep, rich, and full of life so you can keep the dance party going. Got your hands full? The built-in microphone allows you to take phone calls through the speakerphone and access your phone’s Siri or Google Assistant. Get the most out of your wireless outdoor speaker with the Bose Connect app. Use the app to pair your smartphone or tablet and personalize your settings, unlock product features, keep your software up to date, and more.
 
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Great for portability
on September 22, 2017
Posted by: SimpleLiving
from Tampa, FL
I just got this new Bose portable speaker and it was designed to go with you everywhere. Main portability features are 1) small built with great sound, 2) weather/waterproof, and 3) excellent battery life. Don't be fooled by the size, it has a good sound for portability. It is not heavy and easily straps to any item, my kids love to carry it strapped to their backpacks.
Note that this speaker only has a Bluetooth connection and it doesn't any aux connection. This could be a problem if your device doesn't have Bluetooth. This shouldn't be a major issue since most consumer high-tech electronics are being made with it.
Also, you must download an app to be able to use the speaker. So if your phone doesn't have enough memory to download another app you might have an issue.
One great option that the speaker has the ability to use any mini USB connection to charge it. I just hate it when a power cord gets misplaced but this speaker can use any mini USB charger.
The kids truly enjoy this portable speaker.
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Enjoy a cleaner house with this versatile Shark Flex vacuum cleaner. It converts easily to a handheld device to clean curtains and shelves, and it includes attachments to remove pet hair and reach under appliances. This Shark Flex vacuum cleaner weighs less than 10 lbs., so it's easy to maneuver.
 
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Great product and very light weight
on September 20, 2017
Posted by: SimpleLiving
from Tampa, FL
This product is great for many house cleaning tasks. It is designed for carpet, tile and other types of floor. It is also versatile for other cleaning tasks with the many accessories and features that this vacuum is designed with. The vacuum comes with a few accessories that easy to connect and adjust as necessary. The click and connect very easily. This makes it very versatile and I am extremely satisfied with this. Since I live in Florida, frequently clean my house AirCondition vents so the unit will run efficiently and hopefully last a long time. Replacing a unit can cost upwards of $2000 so it is wise maintenance and cleaning AC vents is one those maintenance. Normally I use a ladder and a small brush or cloth to clean the vents on the ceilings but the Shark vac it simplifies this task. I was able to clean all events throughout the house in a couple of minutes. I am sure there are many other similar uses for this vacuum. Great for hard to reach places without the use of a ladder. The dust compartment is easy to remove and to empty out. The highest speed is not very loud like other vacuums I have used. Another positive feature is that the cord is very long and this will speed up your cleaning tasks of a large room by not having to move the plug around. The vacuum feels well built.
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Back up all of your important files with this My Cloud Home personal storage device. It has 2TB of space and plugs directly into your Wi-Fi router to provide a central location for all your digital content. The apps included with this My Cloud Home personal storage device let you access files from anywhere.
 
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Perfect partner for all your files
on September 14, 2017
Posted by: SimpleLiving
from Tampa, FL
The setup of my new WD MyCloud Home was super easy to do within a few minutes I was uploading pictures to it. Simple: 1) Connect to the router, 2) Connect power plug, 3) Verify light for connection check and 4) Setup account at mycloud.com/hello with the provided passcode. I connected my laptop and my cell phone to MyCloud Home, which was also easy. Since I don't have unlimited data on my cell phone I unselected the option of using on-the-go data. This option is great to have is you don't want to use your data. The app will only do a backup when connected via wifi. What I like most about this product is the simplification of transferring files from one device to another. My entire family heavily use computers for virtual school and work. Sometimes we have to move our work from a laptop to an iMac or from a pc to laptop. Normally we would upload files from a device to a cloud or email to have access to another device. With WD MyCloud Home, now working at home is a smoother process. Another option that my wife loves is the ability to store her photos and pictures from her mobile device to our MyCloud Home. Now she can easily organize and share her many images and videos. The speed of file upload to MyClous was like instantaneous. It did a fast backup of all my pictures and videos from my phone. Another great feature about the MyCloud is the importance of your pc/mac/device to be backup if they accidentally get deleted or your device gets ruined. In the past, I have lost precious photo moments to a laptop that was stolen and also to older iMac that suddenly stopped working. Note that when you take a device like a computer to be served by a technician they recommend to back up your files or they can also do it for you a large fee. With the MyCloud, you save yourself this fee and the headache/pain of losing important files. To close, I think the most important feature is the ability to safeguard the backup files from your pc/mac/mobile device.
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Explore how easy it is to make healthy, whole-food recipes at home. From appetizers to dessert, the 48-ounce container is ideal for blending medium batches for small family meals.
 
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Best blender on the market
on August 28, 2017
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from Tampa, FL
My family loves smoothies and shakes so this Vitamix blender is part of our lives. It get's used daily at least once a day. I have tried a wide variety of different uses with this blender. One of the things I have done is grinding roasted cocoa bean and mixing this with either whole milk or almond milk. This cocoa bean shake takes great. Whit some ice you can make shaved ice/snow cone with this powerful blender. I have blended many fruits and vegetables without any problem. It very interesting that this machine is so powerful that you can use it to make soup and I mean heat it up inside the container with the blender. The blade running for a period of 5 minutes and more will make what ever is in the blender heat up. I love doing all flavored lattes.
This blender is very powerful, easy to use, and a great job very quickly. Very easy to use and clean. When placing the lid give attention to ensuring the lid is in place correctly if not you will have a mess.
In my opinion, when machines offer many years of warranty you can be confident that it is built strong. This Vitamix machine comes with 5 years warranty. I have included a picture of the base of the container that shows the assembly of the blade. It is made tough and to last long. Looks like it a lifetime for it to wear out. Just know that it will last many years.
This is a quality machine and I would buy another if needed or give as a gift. I would definitely recommend this blender to my friends and family.
In all, a wonderful product, a great appliance to add to any kitchen and well worth the price.
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LG’s SJ7 Sound Bar Flex offers endless entertainment from a versatile dual-speaker design: The two main speakers can be placed in front of the TV, or to the left/right vertically or in front of and behind the listener for an even more cinematic experience. Both speakers are Bluetooth, and the right unit has a built-in battery, so it can work independently just about anywhere.
 
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Very versatile and excellent sound
on August 8, 2017
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What I absolutely like about these speakers is the flexibility. You may speakers and place them separately anywhere in the house to work independently. Within the same room, it is versatile that can be placed anywhere to a true surround sound experience. The speakers are true 4.1 surround sound with connections type or HDMI ARC, HDMI In, and optical input.
The subwoofers sound great and it makes the floor shake. This will make an action movie feel more enjoyable. Adjustment to the sounds can be made manually, the low, highs and bass.
The build quality is sturdy and not a cheap material. The casing has a slick black metal finish and with rubberized material on the buttons. What stands out of these speakers is its versatility; three options, 1) Portable, 2) Rear the second speaker, and 3) Sound bard combining the two speakers. The setup was simple and quick. Each component establishes a connection to the primary sound bar automatically. If it doesn't, then locate the pairing button. For the second speaker, it took me a while to find the pairing button (see image). The setup was in a medium size room and the sound was more than enough for a good surround sound.
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Grill and brown food to tasty perfection all-year-round with virtually no smoke thanks to the Philips Smoke-less Indoor BBQ Grill. Advanced infrared technology and special reflectors guide heat to the grid for delicious, evenly grilled food. The drip tray underneath remains cool so there is up to 80% less smoke and minimal splattering when cooking.
 
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Delicious, comfortable grilling experience
on July 25, 2017
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I enjoy grilled food but the smoke and preparation are very uncomfortable and sometimes the smoke makes me sick. This product is heaven sent because it solves my discomfort process of conventional grilling. I get a lot of headaches whenever I do an extreme heat activity and grilling is one of these activities with the smoke making it worse. My first cooking was Flap Meat Steak (Churrasco) with Squash Zucchini. Seasoned meat with Goya Sal Parrillera, ground pepper, and a bit of sour orange. Turned on the heating element and after 6 minutes, I place the meat on the grill. Recommended time was 8 min for each side. Since I like my meat well done, I left it for 11 minutes on each side. While that was cooking I placed a few ½ inch squash yellow/zucchini on the side. In less than 30 minutes the vegetables and the meat were all cooked. The vegetable was very juicy. Virtually no smoke and it was evenly well cooked. The family enjoyed the first indoor grilled meal. They loved it. It is simple to use, it only has three setting: off, warm and cook. Cleaning was very easy. The non-stick aluminum grid was like new. The grease on the bottom tray was not hard to remove. My wife loves the fact that now we can enjoy grilled food without me getting sick. She started a list of other meals we can prepare. Happy wife, happy life.
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Stream your favorite shows on this 60-inch Hisense television. Its 3840 x 2160 resolution and 8 ms response time bring scenes to life, and 4K upscaling transforms lower quality video into HD resolution. This Hisense television is equipped with HDMI inputs to connect to a gaming console or Blu-ray player.
 

Why I see this tv offered to me at 479.00 and when I clicked on it has a 599 price instead??????

This has happened to me and I think this might be your reason why you see a different price. Sometimes BestBuy does offer a different price but the tradeoff is that it is an open box item. When a product has an available open box, it will show you the different prices. Sometimes availability of an open box depends on your location; it looks like they do open-boxes within a certain distance from your location. So, if you are doing a search on BestBuy.com for a particular product and the browser has a different zip code (auto fills the zip code) other than your location it will give you the price for the wrong location. Once you enter your correct zip code at checkout (or before) it will change or state that it is not available. I live in Florida and many times my browser sometimes gives a zip code from different states, like NY or NH.
Another possibility is that an Open-item was available when you started doing your search and just before deciding to checkout it is no longer available because had already bought it online or in the store. Nowadays, many stores are fulfilling their online purchase with their own store inventory, not from a warehouse.
BestBuy has 3 types of Open-Box products:
1) Excellent
2) Satisfactory (in-store only)
3) Fair (in-store only)
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Only at Best BuyJam Thrill Bluetooth Wireless Speaker: Enjoy easy connectivity to your compatible wired and wireless devices with these speaker, which provide Bluetooth for connection from up to 30' away and feature auxiliary inputs for plugging in. Charge your USB devices as you listen for extended streaming.
 

Is this speaker drop proof

The top and bottom sides of the speaker are made of a hard plastic material which probably breaks easily. It is not insulated by any silicon or rubber type material, the bottom has some rubber but that is to prevent skids. So, I will not think that they can hand a heavy drop, maybe from a table to floor distance but I would be careful.
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JBL - LINK 20 Smart Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Google Assistant - Black
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Only at Best BuyJam Thrill Bluetooth Wireless Speaker: Enjoy easy connectivity to your compatible wired and wireless devices with these speaker, which provide Bluetooth for connection from up to 30' away and feature auxiliary inputs for plugging in. Charge your USB devices as you listen for extended streaming.
 

Can you plug in and use with a nano iPod?

This speaker is completely wireless, there is no iPod connection port and not even for the regular AUX connection. The connection to this speaker is through Bluetooth. If your nano iPod has Bluetooth, then should not have an issue connecting it.
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JBL - LINK 20 Smart Portable Bluetooth Speaker with Google Assistant - Black
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Listen to music for up to 10 hours with this black JBL portable speaker. It has a built-in Google Assistant that responds to voice commands, and it delivers rich stereo sound while you stream music via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. This water-resistant JBL portable speaker is made of durable materials, so you can use it outdoors safely.
 

I want the JBL Link 20 in white. Is it available? And how do I order it?

I have seen these in white but I am not sure if this store sales them in that color. White is a very nice color but if it will handle a lot to move it from place to place the cloth-like material surround the speaker might get dirty and not stay white. This is just like white vehicle compares to a darker color vehicle, you will see them dirty more quickly. If you get white and you want to clean the side, then this will be no issue because these speakers are water-resistant.
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Only @ Best BuyEnhance your entertainment experience with this Dynex HDMI cable, featuring a 3-foot length that hides easily behind your components. Triple-layer shielding protects the cable from interference, creating a seamless picture. This Dynex HDMI cable supports resolutions up to 4K UltraHD with speeds up to 18 Gbps so you get every second of the action.
 

My laptop works but the screen died. Both my TV & laptop have HDMI hookups. Can I use these to make my TV my computer screen?

Yes, It should work fine. I watch online movies using my laptop connect with an HDMI cable to my TV or my projector. It works fine. You might have an issue with screen size and resolution, but this is a temporary fix to be able to use your laptop with a damaged monitor. My laptop only has the newer USB connection but NO HDMI so I use an adaptor which allows me to connect an HDMI cable to my laptop. See image.
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Grill and brown food to tasty perfection all-year-round with virtually no smoke thanks to the Philips Smoke-less Indoor BBQ Grill. Advanced infrared technology and special reflectors guide heat to the grid for delicious, evenly grilled food. The drip tray underneath remains cool so there is up to 80% less smoke and minimal splattering when cooking.
 

did it char like an outdoor grill? Thinking about getting this since we can no longer have outdoor grills in our complex.

Yes, it does char your food as long as it touches the grid.
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HP Laptop: Stay connected and productive wherever you go with this efficient, lightweight 15.6" laptop, which features a 500GB hard drive that offers space for your growing media collection. Link with an HDTV using the HDMI output to watch stored movies and shows on the big screen.
 

Does this laptop have a touch screen?

NO.
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