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By John Vomhof Jr. Inclusion and Belonging Lifestyle

15 Jan: These Black Leaders Are Helping Best Buy Thrive

Black History Month is a time to reflect on the significant contributions and achievements Black Americans have made — and continue to make — to our country, our communities and our company.

At Best Buy, we know that diversity matters year-round. That’s why we aim to build teams that reflect our communities across all parts of our business, including our stores, distribution centers and the corporate office.

This month, we’re highlighting three dynamic Black leaders who are helping drive Best Buy forward.

By John Vomhof Jr. Lifestyle

30 Dec: A Look Back At Our Most Inspiring Stories Of 2020

It was a challenging year. But through it all, we saw so much good in the world, even just in our little Best Buy corner of it.

By Best Buy Technology

26 Dec: How to get help with your new tech

There’s nothing like unwrapping new tech over the holidays. And then comes the added fun of testing it all out and getting everything working the way you want.

By John Vomhof Jr. Geek Squad Lifestyle

21 Oct: Ohio first grader wins Halloween with Geek Squad Costume

Most 6-year-old boys will probably be wearing superhero costumes for Halloween this year, but not Aidan Markworth. He’s dressing as a Geek Squad Agent.

By John Vomhof Jr. Geek Squad Lifestyle

21 Oct: Geek Squad Agent’s Family Goes All Out for Halloween

Derek Meister’s family is to Halloween what the Griswolds are to Christmas.

By Best Buy Lifestyle

15 Oct: Tech-savvy senior brings piano — and joy — to others

Geek Squad Agents in Canada helped teach the 91-year-old man how to post his videos online.

By Best Buy Technology

24 Sep: New Lively Flip Keeps Older Adults Connected

Best Buy Health today unveiled Lively Flip, a new, easy-to-use flip phone that’s designed to help older adults stay connected to family, friends and the health services they need.

The Lively Flip will be available in stores and online at Best Buy and Rite Aid later this month and at Walgreens in late October. It can also be purchased at GreatCall.com and through direct sales toll-free numbers.

The Lively Flip is the next evolution of the Jitterbug, designed to help older adults live their best possible lives. Voice services with Amazon Alexa are a new, enhanced feature that gives users the option to use their voice to make calls, write texts, check the weather and more. Users

By Best Buy Geek Squad Lifestyle

02 Sep: Geek Squad Manager Helps WWII Vet Get Reconnected

Kelvin Tolston lives every day like it could be his last because one day it almost was.

He was hit by a drunk driver 10 years ago, and the wreck almost cost him his life. He was put in a medically induced coma and lost sight in his right eye.

For Kelvin, every moment matters — and the Geek Squad manager brings that philosophy to how he treats customers, too.

“I’ve been through times I needed people to do stuff for me I couldn’t do for myself,” he said.

By Best Buy Lifestyle

11 Aug: Gamers Embrace Online Connections During Pandemic

As many people struggled with how to remain socially connected during a time of social distancing, Phillip England found solace in the fictional worlds — and real-life connections — of online gaming.

For Phillip, a Geek Squad Agent in Arizona, that wasn’t a big change from his routine prior to COVID-19. The avid gamer would regularly conquer missions on Arma 3, a military game that led him to collaborate with players from around the world, many of whom he now calls friends.

By Katie Huggins Technology

22 Jul: 5 Tips For Choosing The Right Laptop For Learning From Home

As school districts across the country announce what classrooms will look like this fall, parents and students are gearing up for the new normal.

If you’re learning from home and spending even more time online, it might be time to upgrade your technology to make sure you’re getting the most out of your virtual classroom.

Here’s some helpful advice from Geek Squad Agent Derek Meister for what to look for in a new laptop.

Operating system

The operating system is the core of your laptop.

By Best Buy Company News

21 Jul: Best Buy Provides Updates On Evolution Of Employee Pay And Sales Performance

Increasing Starting Hourly Wage to $15 on Aug. 2

Quarter-to-Date Sales Up Approximately 2.5% Compared to Last Year

Sales Up Approximately 15% Compared to Last Year Since Stores
Re-opened for Customer Shopping

MINNEAPOLIS, July 21, 2020 — Best Buy Co., Inc. (NYSE: BBY) today announced updates related to employee pay evolution and Q2 FY21 quarter-to-date sales performance.

Employee Pay Evolution

The company is raising the starting hourly wage for all Domestic employees to $15 effective Aug. 2.

“Strong consumer demand, combined with shopping experiences that emphasize safety and convenience, has helped produce our sales results to date,” Best Buy CEO Corie Barry said.

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