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10 Jul: Coming Sunday: GoPro Hero4 Session Lands in Best Buy Stores

If you thought the GoPro Hero4 was convenient, wait until you check out the Hero4 Session, available this Sunday at all Best Buy stores and on bestbuy.com.

The Hero4 Session is the smallest GoPro yet. In fact, it’s 50 percent smaller and 40 percent lighter than the rest of the Hero4 series. It’s not only easily mountable; it’s easily wearable, and, waterproof (up to 33 feet) without any extra casing.

It’s also easy to accessorize. Best Buy will have 13 accessories for the Hero4 Session at launch, including those all-important mounts.

By Suzanne Hilker Company News PR News Alerts Sustainability

10 Jul: Best Buy Included in Prestigious FTSE4Good Index

Best Buy made the prestigious FTSE4Good Index for the second year in a row.

The index includes publicly traded companies with strong environmental, social and governance practices. FTSE4Good Indices are utilized by socially responsible investors and other stakeholders to measure sustainability performance. Best Buy received the highest possible score in the environment category, on the heels of announcing that we exceeded our 20 by 20 carbon reduction goal.

For a deeper dive into our sustainability practices, check out our Fiscal Year 2015 Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Report here.

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06 Jul: The Millennial Wedding: Bring On The Tech

These days, soon-to-be married couples are far more likely to ask for a UHD TV than china dishes. Grooms play a more significant role than they did in weddings 20 years ago. Nuptials now are more elaborate and embrace more traditions.

Those are some of the highlights of a new survey comparing feedback of couples married within the past five years with those married 20 or more years ago.

Best Buy commissioned the study with Wakefield Research to dive deeper into the world of today’s brides and grooms, following the launch earlier this year of Best Buy’s very own wedding registry.

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30 Jun: Appliances Featuring the Latest in Technology: Samsung Open House in Select Best Buy Stores

Technology is everywhere. We can now turn our house lights off from our phone. Watch what the dog is doing in our family room during the day. Answer phone calls from our wrist.

Technology is also surging into the home appliance market. Samsung Open House, which will be in select Best Buy stores by the end of 2015, features this prominently.

Samsung Open House is an interactive area inside Best Buy stores that lets consumers physically look at and experience Samsung appliances in a whole new way and simplifies the appliance buying process.

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29 Jun: 5 Tips for the Best Fourth of July Party

The Fourth of July and entertaining go hand-in-hand. If you’re hosting the patriotic party this year, Best Buy has the small appliances and tech gadgets that help with party prepping, entertaining and even the cleaning. But having the latest gadgets is only half the battle. Here are five tips to make the most of your Independence Day party.

Prepare Food Beforehand: Prepare dishes as much as you can before the party begins so you don’t have to worry about it when you should be spending time with your guests.

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26 Jun: Learn Photography from the Pros at Best Buy Camera Experience Shop Classes

If you’re looking to sharpen your photography skills, then head to a Best Buy Camera Experience Shop near you for some professional training.

Aspiring photographers can attend a free workshop, taught by a local expert, from 10 a.m. to noon this Sunday at more than 60 locations across the United States. Another session will be held on July 26.

Professional photographers will teach techniques for taking action shots, portraits, low-light photos and close-ups. Attendees will receive expert feedback and advice, and be able to try out lenses and accessories.

By Suzanne Hilker Company News Featured PR News Alerts Sustainability

25 Jun: A Decade of Dedication

Happy 10^th Anniversary, Best Buy Sustainability Report!

We’ve come a long way since our first Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability report in 2006. During this journey, we have tried 50 different ways to make an infographic, coerced co-workers into posing for photos, dabbled in QR codes, and conquered GRI G4.

We’ve gone from “rah-rah” Best Buy to digging into serious issues that affect our business and the world. From E-waste Recycling to Human Rights, we have stayed true to our objective over the years – to positively impact our world.

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24 Jun: High-Tech or Low-Tech, Beat the Heat Your Way

It’s that time of year when temperatures start climbing and sweat starts falling.

If you want to stay cool, there are the old standbys: Head for the lake, to a beach or to a pool and dive in.

But what if you want to stay cool at home? There are lots of options for bringing the temperature in your home down without cooling the entire house. Here are some suggestions from Best Buy:

A portable air conditioner, like one from Honeywell, allows you to switch between A/C, dehumidifying and a plain old fan.

By Suzanne Hilker Company News PR News Alerts Sustainability

23 Jun: Best Buy Ranked 2nd Among Greenest Retailers

It’s not easy being green, a wise frog once said. But shouldn’t it be easy?

At Best Buy, we believe being sustainable is good for business, and we have proof. Contrary to the old adage that it costs more to be “green” – it really can save money. Our recent 20% carbon reduction attainment saved Best Buy more than $50 million. Our leaders get it – they made sustainability a priority even through the Company’s turnaround.

It’s also easy to say you’re a “green” company.

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15 Jun: Take Vacation Photos Like a Pro

Summer’s finally here, and that means it’s time for vacation.

You’ll probably want to take pictures while you’re traveling and relaxing, and you’ll want those photos to be high quality, especially if it’s a once-in-a-lifetime excursion.

With today’s technology, you don’t have to be a professional to get pro-quality photo results. Check out this advice from Best Buy Blue Shirts for capturing the perfect moment on your trip.

Basic tips:

Set your resolution to high.
Use the Auto mode.
Try shooting from different angles.

By Best Buy Company News PR News Alerts

10 Jun: Need Father’s Day Gift Tips? Best Buy Can Help

Father’s Day is right around the corner, and Best Buy has your back if you’re still figuring out a gift.

Tech gadgets are always a great option for Dad, and we have tips to help you pick out some of the hottest items on his wish list this year:

Be aware of what you know Dad likes to do. Make a list of gadgets he currently uses. Think about adding something cool to what he already relies on. Accessories are a great option here!

By Natalie Albers Community Relations Company News PR News Alerts

10 Jun: Best Buy’s Geek Squad Academy Camps Begin Today

If learning robotics, making music and writing code sound more fun than swatting mosquitoes and singing around a fire, the camps offered by Geek Squad Academy (GSA) are where to be this summer.

No sleeping bags are required at Best Buy’s GSA camps, but students do need to pack curiosity and creativity. With hands-on access to computers, tablets, and other techy gadgets, they’re joining the more than 20,000 past attendees in learning new skills, gaining confidence and getting a head start on their futures.

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