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- First reviewApril 15, 2014
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Combine elegance with control over your daily schedule with this LG watch, featuring Android Wear technology. The slim design is ideal for both leisure activities and the office, and Android connectivity lets you monitor everything from your schedule to your steps taken. This LG watch lets you create a custom look with interchangeable face options.
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4
Bare bones Android Wear smartwatch
on May 19, 2017
Posted by: tiggerbone
from West Chicago, IL
Verified Purchase:Yes
Part of the problem with smartwatches is that neither the public nor the manufacturers have figured out what they are for. Do people want a smartphone for their wrist? Do they want a fitness tracker? What do people need a smartwatch for?
I actually went in knowing *exactly* what I wanted a smartwatch for, and so choosing this watch was simple. I wanted a device that would connect to my online calendar and remind me of meetings, events, and the like with a vibration that I would actually notice (unlike my smartphone on vibrate) but which would not be disruptive to my day (unlike my smartphone's alarm.)
I wanted a device which could connect to my account on Google Fit and track my activities without being as bulky to carry as my smartphone (a Nexus 6P).
I wanted a device that looked like a watch that I would actually wear. I'm a rather slim man, and big, bulky watches make my arms like like twigs. Also, I do not like the "flat tires" on some round displays; nor am I fond of square watches.
That was really all I needed and the LG Style does those things. Oh sure. It also can do more. You can download plenty of apps for it (called "complications" from the Play Store.) You can put on Play Music or Overdrive or a podcast app and then download content so that you can connect to a Bluetooth headset and listen from your watch. You can use IFTTT to set up notifications. There are many possibilities.
But what do I use a watch for? Keeping time and scheduling. And if I keep that as the main focus for a smartwatch, then I shall never be disappointed.
The Style accomplishes that. It looks good. It is comfortable. The screen is crisp and clear. The watch faces are easy to change. And using the side dial is a convenient and comfortable way to scroll.
I would almost put this as a perfect example of a basic smartwatch if not for two things. First of all, the battery life. Even though I turn off Bluetooth & WiFi when I am not using them, and keep the screen off when I am not using it, and use adaptive brightness, I cannot squeeze more than a day out of the battery. Usually I wind up turning it off around bedtime and charging it. This could easily be fixed with a larger battery, maybe the one from the LG Sport. It would increase the thickness, but possibly not so much that it would be unwieldy.
Second, the charger is small and I worry about losing it. I am concerned that spare chargers do not seem to be available, though I suspect that any inductive charger would work.
Third, and least important. I would not be averse to it having a heart rate monitor. Without it, this smartwatch is not quite as functional as most fitness monitors, nor as versatile as most other smartwatches. It needs something to push it over the edge.
Beyond that though, this is a decent basic smartwatch. I would say that for form it deserves five stars, but for functionality it only deserves three. So I averaged it to four. I cannot quite recommend this watch. More advances (especially to the battery life) need to be made.
My Best Buy number: 2214531158
My Best Buy number: 2214531158
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Expand your fan memorabilia with this Funko Pop! Rogue One K-2SO figurine. It has a built-in display base to keep it stable on a shelf or desktop. Round out your Star Wars collection with this Funko Pop! Rogue One K-2SO figurine, or use it to start a new collecting habit.
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4
Newest member of my robot army!
on May 5, 2017
Posted by: tiggerbone
from West Chicago, IL
Verified Purchase:Yes
The Funko Pop vinyl figures are always fun. The Star Wars ones are especially nice since they come with a stand to keep them steady. If you like the others, you'll like this one.
My only complaint is that my K-2SO seems to lean slightly to his right. Not enough to be obvious when he's on his own, but since I have it next to other figures, it is a slight distraction.
My Best Buy number: 2214531158
My Best Buy number: 2214531158
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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With a 32GB storage capacity, this SanDisk Ultra Plus SDSDUSC-032G-AN6IN SDHC memory card features ample space to store your photos, high-definition videos and other content.
Customer Rating
4
Doors what it's supposed to do.
on May 5, 2017
Posted by: tiggerbone
from West Chicago, IL
Verified Purchase:Yes
Works just fine in my Sony NEX Alpha 5N. It holds plenty of photos and was a reasonable cost.
My Best Buy number: 2214531158
My Best Buy number: 2214531158
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Google Chromecast: Easily stream your favorite apps and media to your TV via Wi-Fi with Chromecast. Use the included USB cable to plug the Chromecast into your TV, and control streaming content using your compatible smartphone, tablet or computer.
Customer Rating
4
Cheap & Easy Streaming Video
on April 15, 2014
Posted by: tiggerbone
from West Chicago, IL
Verified Purchase:Yes
If you are already using Google Movies & TV, Google Music, Netflix, &/or Hulu Plus, then this device is a marvel. It allows you to send your streaming music and video to your HDTV through a simple HDMI connection that is charged via USB or an AC adapter. It only took a few minutes to setup with my Wi-Fi connection and I was soon watching YouTube videos (something that my Roku will not allow.) In fact, anything that can be played on the Chrome browser can be streamed to Chromecast.
On the one hand, no separate controller is necessary. Yay! No new remote to lose! You can start a movie via your smartphone, tablet, or computer.
On the other hand, whichever device started a movie, show, or song is the one necessary to pause or stop it. It will keep playing until the end, even if that device is not around ... but if the person who started the media must leave, take a call, or whatever then the remaining viewers must either wait for them to return to pause the media or stop it, or must hi-jack it with another device. This is only a minor annoyance for me, since I live alone. But I can see it being more of an issue with families or roommates.
Also, if a person already has a Roku, PS4, XBox One, or other streaming device, there is a lot of overlap in content possibilities. The potential user should look carefully and decide whether they really need this particular device. Still, for the new user, or for someone who likes what the Chromecast offers, it is a fantastic deal.
My Best Buy number: 2214531158
My Best Buy number: 2214531158
What's great about it: Simple setup, Excellent Value, Links to Google Account,
What's not so great: Need device with Chromecast to pause, overlap with Roku, and Amazon FireTV
I would recommend this to a friend!
Durability
5
Ease of Use
5
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