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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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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.

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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.

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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!

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08 Jun: Get Your Pet Some Tech for Pet Appreciation Week

It’s National Pet Appreciation Week, the perfect time to show Fido or Mittens how much you really care.

Last year, pet owners spent more than $58 billion on their furry, feathered and scaled friends, according to the American Pet Products Association (APPA). Sure, you could buy food, kitty litter and squeaky toys, but there are plenty of high-tech gadgets to choose from, too.

Best Buy carries everything from wearables that track your animal’s fitness to home security cameras that help you keep tabs on your pet.

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28 May: Best Buy’s Carbon-Reduction Efforts Commended by U.S. Department of Energy

Best Buy’s five-year-long drive to reduce its carbon footprint by at least 20 percent by 2020 was recognized as an unparalleled retailer achievement at U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) White House ceremonies in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday night.

The reduction is part of the company’s effort to address climate change.

Thanks to a combination of an industry-leading energy management system, store lighting retrofit and improved fleet and distribution practices, Best Buy was commended for exceeding its goal and reducing emissions by 26 percent since 2010.

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21 May: Best Buy Reports First Quarter Results

Non-GAAP Diluted EPS from Continuing Operations of $0.37

GAAP Diluted EPS from Continuing Operations of $0.10

MINNEAPOLIS — May 21, 2015 — Best Buy Co., Inc. (NYSE: BBY) today announced results for the first quarter (“Q1 FY16”) ended May 2, 2015 as compared to the first quarter (“Q1 FY15”) ended May 3, 2014. During the quarter, as announced on March 28, 2015, the company consolidated the Future Shop and Best Buy brands in Canada under the Best Buy brand.

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20 May: Ride Easier this Memorial Day with Best Buy’s Road Trip Tech Tips

With lower gas prices and an earlier-than-normal Memorial Day, travel this weekend is projected to be the busiest in a decade. According to AAA, there will be 37.2 million people on the nation’s highways and byways. Best Buy has five great tech travel gear tips to make your road trip memorable and smooth.

1. Travel tunes – You can’t have a road trip without the ultimate playlist. First, make sure your vehicle is MP3 player-ready by installing a car adapter so you can play tunes through your car speakers.

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19 May: Best Buy, Cole Haan Debut Tech Accessories Collection

Hey, guys, it’s time to ditch your boring black, plastic smartphone case. There are more stylish options now.

Best Buy and Cole Haan – the global fashion brand known for iconic American styles in footwear and accessories – have partnered exclusively with each other to create a new collection of smartphone accessories.

The collection is available for pre-order (and free shipping!) now on BestBuy.com and will arrive in Best Buy stores nationwide beginning Sunday, May 31 – just in time for Father’s Day.

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