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Best Buy is upgrading your shopping experience

November 26, 2012 by Mariana

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If you’ve stepped inside your local Best Buy lately, you may have noticed it looks a little different! A new layout has launched at select Best Buy locations across the country. Customer service comes first here, so Best Buy has created a whole new shopping experience with the customer – you! – in mind. This new layout includes:

  • An expanded Geek Squad section, which can help make understanding your gadgets easier
  • Eye-level displays creating more opportunities to play with and discover the technology you love
  • Digital registers located throughout the store to streamline the check-out process so you can get in and out faster than ever
  • New in-store digital displays that update as often as our products do so you can be in-the-know with the latest information on all your favorite brands

We recently visited the reimagined Best Buy Potomac Yard store in Alexandria for its grand opening events. There were prizes every hour and even a celebrity appearance – the Washington Redskins’ Clinton Portis. But I was really there to see what this “new” Best Buy was all about!

First off, I was impressed by the fact that even though the store was incredibly busy – it was a Saturday evening – within 90 seconds of walking through the door, three members of the Best Buy team acknowledged us and offered to help me find what I needed.

Looking around, I immediately saw how the layout is different. At the heart of the store is the new Geek Squad Solution Central, where you can go when you need help and inspiration from Best Buy’s knowledgeable team of “Technology Education Agents.”

The store has more of an open, airy feel, with spacious aisles and plentiful displays, all within reach, which my kids appreciated, as they were able to touch and play with practically every gadget, from cell phones to iPads and computers. There is definitely more of a focus on mobile technology now as opposed to the big screen TVs you’d see everywhere years ago.

Some of the products have cool digital displays next to them which constantly change, informing you about the latest technology while you shop. Better than reading a little pamphlet, if you ask me!

Next we walked over to the Magnolia Design Center, which is amazing! Here you can experience the latest in home technology in a showroom setting right inside the Best Buy store. There’s a family room, an outdoor patio, a bathroom, kitchen, and even a theater… my dream home theater, from the big screen down to the twinkly lights on the ceiling! And the waterproof TV inside the bathroom mirror? Perfection.

Now there are also digital registers in various spots throughout the store to make the check-out process faster and more convenient. While I didn’t get to experience this feature because my store hadn’t received their equipment yet when I visited, it definitely sounds like something useful. No more waiting in long lines at the front of the store!

Best Buy has realized that making technology work for you starts with making stores that work for you. Go check out the new Best Buy and experience it for yourself! Check your local store’s page for special events and sales near you. You can also find Best Buy on Twitter.com/BestBuy and Facebook.com/BestBuy.

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  1. Wendy says

    November 26, 2012 at 12:25 pm

    I need to replace my cell phone!

  2. P. Chavez says

    November 26, 2012 at 12:37 pm

    wish list question: something that could play music off my IPod in a car (that doesn’t have a audio outlet or tape player)

  3. Nicole says

    November 26, 2012 at 1:15 pm

    My tween loves the wii game selection at Best Buy

  4. tiffany says

    November 26, 2012 at 1:21 pm

    I would love to buy Adobe Creative Suite for Christmas. It’s soooo expensive though 🙁

  5. Mary Happymommy says

    November 26, 2012 at 3:14 pm

    My son wants a video game called Nascar Unleashed.

  6. Elena says

    November 26, 2012 at 3:30 pm

    Nintendo 3DS

  7. Jennifer Marie says

    November 26, 2012 at 6:37 pm

    My son wants Mario Kart!

  8. Ashley H says

    November 26, 2012 at 7:39 pm

    A new smartphone.
    Ashley H´s last blog post ..Free Week Trial of Meals By the Week

  9. Janet W. says

    November 26, 2012 at 8:29 pm

    I would love to have a new laptop!

  10. Kimberly says

    November 26, 2012 at 8:39 pm

    I would love to have a new cell phone.

  11. Jessie C. says

    November 26, 2012 at 8:45 pm

    An iPad

  12. shannon thompson says

    November 26, 2012 at 8:47 pm

    The Munsters Box set.

  13. Katie | FashionFrugality.com says

    November 26, 2012 at 9:06 pm

    The #1 thing on my Best Buy wishlist is an iPad!
    Katie | FashionFrugality.com´s last blog post ..Winning Wednesday: 10 Fashionable Giveaways

  14. Amanda Sakovitz says

    November 26, 2012 at 9:11 pm

    a laptop!

  15. Christina says

    November 26, 2012 at 10:05 pm

    A Nikon D3100

  16. Thomas Murphy says

    November 26, 2012 at 10:06 pm

    a Ipad

  17. Carolyn G says

    November 26, 2012 at 10:41 pm

    Sony Blu-ray player. Ours pooped out

  18. C.j. says

    November 26, 2012 at 10:44 pm

    Wii games and a 27 in. LCD t.v.!

  19. Calshondra Williams says

    November 26, 2012 at 11:31 pm

    I would love to put it towards me a tablet.

  20. Janice says

    November 26, 2012 at 11:47 pm

    new flat screen tv

  21. Jill says

    November 27, 2012 at 12:00 am

    A toaster oven

  22. kfloveinme says

    November 27, 2012 at 12:20 am

    I would love the SOny Alpha Nex 5N digital camera

  23. Elis B. says

    November 27, 2012 at 12:33 am

    Executive Chair

  24. Laura Jacobson says

    November 27, 2012 at 1:29 am

    Oh I would love a new camera!

  25. Kristi C says

    November 27, 2012 at 4:38 am

    The Sony NEX-7 phone.

  26. LaTanya says

    November 27, 2012 at 10:02 am

    a led tv

  27. stephanie says

    November 27, 2012 at 10:32 am

    a new tv!

  28. deb c says

    November 27, 2012 at 4:51 pm

    An iPad

  29. vicki wurgler says

    November 28, 2012 at 10:53 am

    a new TV and games for the PS3

  30. Jennifer B says

    November 28, 2012 at 11:20 pm

    I need a new camera!

  31. Joy says

    November 29, 2012 at 8:31 pm

    iPad for my niece and nephew!

  32. Stacey B says

    November 30, 2012 at 12:19 am

    A new TV for our bedroom!

  33. Neiddy Ruiz says

    November 30, 2012 at 9:05 am

    My #1 is a Laptop, I need to replace my oldie one. I was a good girl this year so hopefully I’ll get one for Christmas 🙂

  34. Ellen C. says

    December 1, 2012 at 10:28 am

    I’d like to get a blu-ray player. Thanks for the chance.

  35. Joseph Stowell says

    December 1, 2012 at 12:32 pm

    My computer just fizzled, so I am in the market for a new one.

  36. Sarah VM says

    December 1, 2012 at 4:47 pm

    A new TV because our old one just broke. 🙂

  37. June L says

    December 2, 2012 at 2:30 am

    More Ram for my computer

  38. Janice Cooper says

    December 2, 2012 at 5:28 pm

    A new cell phone

  39. Nancy Schools says

    December 2, 2012 at 5:35 pm

    I want a new cell phone.

  40. Selene M. says

    December 2, 2012 at 10:27 pm

    I want a 17.3 inch laptop bag.

  41. Sophie S says

    December 2, 2012 at 10:38 pm

    I want a new camera for sure!
    Sophie S´s last blog post ..Shopping for Tea Lovers, a Gift Guide

  42. Rose says

    December 3, 2012 at 4:46 pm

    A decent flash drive.

  43. Phxbne says

    December 3, 2012 at 11:20 pm

    A new printer

  44. nannypanpan says

    December 3, 2012 at 11:29 pm

    a new blu ray player
    nannypanpan@gmail.com

  45. Renee Simmons says

    December 4, 2012 at 5:54 am

    Thinking I need a Flatscreen for my bedroom!! Thanks so much for the chance

  46. Tabathia B says

    December 4, 2012 at 11:15 pm

    the HP touchscreen desktop computer

  47. Kristy H says

    December 6, 2012 at 1:28 am

    I need a new cell phone!

  48. Liz Newsome says

    December 6, 2012 at 6:16 pm

    Friends Blu Ray set

  49. Mary casper says

    December 6, 2012 at 6:23 pm

    a new wireless mouse

  50. Ann Fantom says

    December 6, 2012 at 7:15 pm

    A Wii for my daughter

  51. laurie says

    December 6, 2012 at 7:46 pm

    a new camera

  52. Miz Vickik says

    December 6, 2012 at 7:49 pm

    A blue ray player =)

  53. Jody Sisson says

    December 6, 2012 at 7:56 pm

    A New Color Printer!

  54. ky2here says

    December 6, 2012 at 8:05 pm

    Prometheus DVD

  55. Thomas Chappell says

    December 6, 2012 at 8:59 pm

    Ipad Case

  56. Sue C. says

    December 6, 2012 at 9:09 pm

    Video games.

  57. angela cunningingham says

    December 6, 2012 at 9:20 pm

    blue ray player

  58. Mary Calabrese says

    December 6, 2012 at 9:24 pm

    A big screen TV.

  59. Ellie W says

    December 6, 2012 at 9:26 pm

    I need a new monitor for my PC.

  60. chadro says

    December 6, 2012 at 10:01 pm

    a DeskTop

  61. marilyn says

    December 6, 2012 at 10:24 pm

    galaxy note 2

  62. joy q says

    December 6, 2012 at 10:32 pm

    Wii games for my nephew.

  63. Mary Cloud says

    December 6, 2012 at 10:37 pm

    The new Ice Age DVD
    annabella @ centurytel dot net

  64. Erica C. says

    December 6, 2012 at 11:30 pm

    I’d like to get a wireless printer.

  65. Michelle H. says

    December 6, 2012 at 11:34 pm

    A blu-ray dvd player

  66. Denise M says

    December 6, 2012 at 11:35 pm

    Assassins Creed 3

  67. Geoff K says

    December 6, 2012 at 11:55 pm

    A Sony home theater system!

  68. Danielle D says

    December 7, 2012 at 12:16 am

    A dvd

  69. danica says

    December 7, 2012 at 12:41 am

    ipad mini

  70. Valerie Taylor Mabrey says

    December 7, 2012 at 12:54 am

    a new tv
    vmkids3 at msn dot com

  71. Brandy B says

    December 7, 2012 at 1:25 am

    A cd/boombox player for my boys

  72. DARLA KIDDER says

    December 7, 2012 at 1:28 am

    iPod Nano.

  73. DARLA KIDDER says

    December 7, 2012 at 1:29 am

    Video games.

  74. Tracy Allen says

    December 7, 2012 at 1:53 am

    A wii system is on our list

  75. joni says

    December 7, 2012 at 3:09 am

    Camcorder

  76. dani marie says

    December 7, 2012 at 3:18 am

    an ipod touch!

  77. jen gersch says

    December 7, 2012 at 4:36 am

    ipad mini

  78. Shemp DeYoung (@ShempGames) says

    December 7, 2012 at 4:42 am

    #1 on Wish list is a new big screen TV

    #1 on Need list is a new PC

  79. Carly says

    December 7, 2012 at 5:13 am

    iPod

  80. Aimee Fontenot says

    December 7, 2012 at 5:38 am

    I want a new house phone.

  81. Cynthia C says

    December 7, 2012 at 6:31 am

    I would love to get a MacBook.

  82. Tari Lawson says

    December 7, 2012 at 6:58 am

    I want an ipod nano or shuffle.

  83. liz l says

    December 7, 2012 at 7:02 am

    A new printer!

  84. debbie says

    December 7, 2012 at 7:08 am

    a new tv

  85. Margaret Smith says

    December 7, 2012 at 7:22 am

    I’d love to get a Blu-ray player.
    Thanks so much and Happy Holidays:)

  86. Tiffany Hearn says

    December 7, 2012 at 7:40 am

    Mario Kart is on my list!

  87. fonduetg@yahoo.com says

    December 7, 2012 at 7:41 am

    iphone 5

  88. Deb C says

    December 7, 2012 at 7:56 am

    A Roku is on our list.

  89. Heather M. says

    December 7, 2012 at 8:59 am

    I’d like a new digital camera.

  90. Terry Cross says

    December 7, 2012 at 9:03 am

    A video game for my grandson

  91. Angela Cisco says

    December 7, 2012 at 9:10 am

    An xbox360

  92. linda lansford says

    December 7, 2012 at 9:31 am

    I want a TV

  93. Michelle W says

    December 7, 2012 at 9:51 am

    Mine is a new camera

  94. Nicole D. says

    December 7, 2012 at 9:57 am

    An iPod Touch is #1 on my list!

  95. Kathleen says

    December 7, 2012 at 10:33 am

    ipad

    kport207 at gmail dot com

  96. Emily says

    December 7, 2012 at 10:37 am

    A blue ray player.

  97. Renski says

    December 7, 2012 at 10:50 am

    Ds games – pokemon black 2

  98. Carol Mclemore says

    December 7, 2012 at 11:07 am

    wii u

  99. April Brenay says

    December 7, 2012 at 11:59 am

    A home theater system

  100. Diana Stanhope says

    December 7, 2012 at 12:03 pm

    I want an Xbox for my husband.

  101. Monique Rizzo says

    December 7, 2012 at 1:15 pm

    Wii U.
    Thanks for the chance.
    mogrill12@gmail.com

  102. chris z says

    December 7, 2012 at 1:28 pm

    a tablet

  103. Eileen Burke says

    December 7, 2012 at 1:35 pm

    Nintendo Wii U

  104. Amy DeLong says

    December 7, 2012 at 1:42 pm

    ipad
    ardelong2(at)gmail(dot)com

  105. Melinda says

    December 7, 2012 at 2:31 pm

    The Wii U!

  106. latisha depoortere says

    December 7, 2012 at 2:37 pm

    I would love a kindle! Thank you for the great giveaway!

  107. Dawn S. says

    December 7, 2012 at 2:47 pm

    An iPad

  108. Peggy Rydzewski says

    December 7, 2012 at 2:48 pm

    wish list..ipad or mini ipad and a Iphone.

  109. Crystal F says

    December 7, 2012 at 3:28 pm

    I would love to have some new ink for my printer. lol Thank you!

  110. Tim says

    December 7, 2012 at 3:34 pm

    The top thing on my wish list is a better, faster router.

  111. kathy says

    December 7, 2012 at 3:50 pm

    I want a laptop

  112. Jason Crooks says

    December 7, 2012 at 3:51 pm

    The Wii U tops my list for best buy this Christmas.

  113. Miranda Ward says

    December 7, 2012 at 4:03 pm

    A Lens for my camera

    freebiegoddess03@aol.com
    Miranda Ward´s last blog post ..Purex Plus OXI Review and Giveaway ENDS 11/30/12

  114. Beth Palacios says

    December 7, 2012 at 4:42 pm

    I need a new lap top. Fingers crossed Santa comes through this year!

  115. Breanne says

    December 7, 2012 at 4:46 pm

    A new keyboard

  116. Kim W says

    December 7, 2012 at 4:50 pm

    A new cell phone

  117. KM H says

    December 7, 2012 at 5:48 pm

    TABLET

  118. Cari S says

    December 7, 2012 at 6:00 pm

    A new iPod!

  119. Jodi T says

    December 7, 2012 at 6:03 pm

    a new tablet!

  120. Jaclyn Reynolds says

    December 7, 2012 at 6:09 pm

    A wii u

  121. Amy Lee says

    December 7, 2012 at 6:19 pm

    An ipad!

  122. Charlotte W. says

    December 7, 2012 at 6:22 pm

    3D Glasses for my new 3D tv.

  123. Mark says

    December 7, 2012 at 6:23 pm

    A new 50″ tv

  124. dario says

    December 7, 2012 at 6:45 pm

    a new cell phone hopefully galaxy s3

  125. Vikki Billings says

    December 7, 2012 at 6:51 pm

    The Adele Cd is on the top of the list

  126. Claire says

    December 7, 2012 at 7:26 pm

    Nice headphones 🙂

  127. Kelly D says

    December 7, 2012 at 7:28 pm

    I like the HP – Pavilion 14″ Laptop – 4GB Memory – 500GB Hard Drive – Sparkling Black

  128. Tom says

    December 7, 2012 at 7:43 pm

    a Tablet

  129. Sherri B. says

    December 7, 2012 at 7:49 pm

    Some new DVDs!!!

  130. Charity S says

    December 7, 2012 at 8:18 pm

    Surface Tablet

  131. Shannon says

    December 7, 2012 at 8:22 pm

    new appliances

  132. Lisa Garner says

    December 7, 2012 at 8:32 pm

    A new Xbox 360!

  133. Stacey V says

    December 7, 2012 at 8:37 pm

    A GPS

  134. kelly nicholson says

    December 7, 2012 at 8:38 pm

    Tell me what’s #1 on your Best Buy wishlist in a comment below.

    i really need a good stove..im lookin at best buy

  135. Sharon Kaminski says

    December 7, 2012 at 8:39 pm

    I want a tablet!

  136. Cassandra McCann says

    December 7, 2012 at 8:56 pm

    my family is in need of a tv mine is so old it has lines running through it so that is on my wishlist and probably will stay there for years to come

  137. samiialexxis5691@gmail.com says

    December 7, 2012 at 8:59 pm

    I would like to get a Wii U for the family.

  138. Mike S says

    December 7, 2012 at 8:59 pm

    A Nook HD+

  139. Jeanette H. says

    December 7, 2012 at 9:04 pm

    An ipad

  140. Brenda I says

    December 7, 2012 at 9:09 pm

    I would love a new laptop.

  141. Susan Smith says

    December 7, 2012 at 9:16 pm

    I’d love a new laptop

  142. Melissa P. says

    December 7, 2012 at 9:23 pm

    A new camera

  143. Derk Thomas says

    December 7, 2012 at 9:35 pm

    A smartphone followed closely by a TV

  144. Theresa says

    December 7, 2012 at 9:38 pm

    An ipad!
    Theresa´s last blog post ..Jack Franklin Ties Review & Giveaway- wearjack.com

  145. Hollie Jahnke says

    December 7, 2012 at 9:50 pm

    A laptop.

  146. Brittany B says

    December 7, 2012 at 9:58 pm

    A laptop

  147. James V says

    December 7, 2012 at 10:03 pm

    A tablet and kindle.

  148. Kenny F says

    December 7, 2012 at 10:06 pm

    New Imac

  149. Cory says

    December 7, 2012 at 10:07 pm

    Rizzoli and Isle’s season 2 or Psych season 6.

  150. Sarah Hirsch says

    December 7, 2012 at 10:13 pm

    a new tv

  151. Daniel Thornton says

    December 7, 2012 at 10:31 pm

    printer ink

  152. Stevie says

    December 7, 2012 at 10:33 pm

    video games

  153. Sarah L says

    December 7, 2012 at 10:40 pm

    Need printer paper.
    Thanks for the contest.

  154. Bryan E. says

    December 7, 2012 at 10:43 pm

    Thanks for the giveaway… an iPad mini !

  155. Laura Unger says

    December 7, 2012 at 10:46 pm

    A digital camera

  156. Sarah L says

    December 7, 2012 at 10:49 pm

    Riding With No Hands? is that your email subscription name?

  157. mary ballerin says

    December 7, 2012 at 10:54 pm

    Ink.

  158. Daniel M says

    December 7, 2012 at 10:58 pm

    3d blu-ray movies, finding nemo, up, ice age

  159. Tanya White says

    December 7, 2012 at 11:06 pm

    I want a ipad

  160. harolde says

    December 7, 2012 at 11:37 pm

    An Ipad, I would love one.

  161. sandra davis says

    December 7, 2012 at 11:44 pm

    video game for my sons

  162. Julie Harris says

    December 7, 2012 at 11:45 pm

    A new flat screen tv

  163. Sand says

    December 7, 2012 at 11:54 pm

    An iPad.

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