High Definition Discussion Thread - Blu-Ray, HDTV, etc...

[HollandX]

We're allowed to post good deals we find.

So just post that you saw a great deal at S-Mart, and then list the movies and prices. We'll know to PM you if we're interested.

Shop Smart... Shop S-Mart.

[stupidsuck]

Also gonna go back after work and pick up Blow for $10 after the coupon and taxes.


pretty funny statement if you didnt know "Blow" was the name of a movie :)

[ewto16]

pretty funny statement if you didnt know "Blow" was the name of a movie :)

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA....that is a pretty sweet deal.

I guess the economic troubles really have hit everyone.

[grif32]

FYE has the 40% off coupon in effect again. I just picked up a brand new copy of The Godfather for $36. It was brand new and someone threw a used sticker on it.

Hook a brother up if you find another deal like this.

[SBrooks1]

The welder is cutting the legs on my TV brackets as we speak!! :eek:

[johnnyknoxsvill]

Hook a brother up if you find another deal like this.

Will keep you posted, If I find a used copy, will that be ok?

[SBrooks1]

Alright guys, got the TV fixed and it's installed now. Unfortunately I seem to be having a HDMI handshake issue with my Sony 720 and this TV. Component with my 360 works fine but neither my cable box (HDMI) nor my PS3 (HDMI) work. It flickers and the screen goes all multi-colored and fuzzy looking like this....

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c279/SBrooks2006/1007082349.jpg

Is this a HDMI handshake issue? I've never experienced this before. Any ideas?

[oaktown2000]

So my wife and I watched Forgetting Sarah Marshall last night....and while it's "ok" (probably my least favorite of the comedy 3-pack)...there was a particular scene....that even right now....if I think about it....I can' help but smile and start to laugh.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5nnhkr0cho&feature=related

[PrimeBane]

Alright guys, got the TV fixed and it's installed now. Unfortunately I seem to be having a HDMI handshake issue with my Sony 720 and this TV. Component with my 360 works fine but neither my cable box (HDMI) nor my PS3 (HDMI) work. It flickers and the screen goes all multi-colored and fuzzy looking like this....

Is this a HDMI handshake issue? I've never experienced this before. Any ideas?

Will it work with the cablebox or PS3 plugged directly into it bypassing the 720?

[IceRat]

get some Monster cables

j/k

[SBrooks1]

Will it work with the cablebox or PS3 plugged directly into it bypassing the 720?

Yup, just tried that and it worked!!! OMG The Godfather III looks amazing on this TV!!! So now that we've figured out it's the 720 causing this, how do I fix it??

[PrimeBane]

Hammer? ;)

Sell the 720 and buy an Onkyo 606? :D

Call Sony tomorrow... maybe they have a fix.

[IceRat]

I can't believe how insanely pristine SB looks
looks like it could have been made yesterday

[grif32]

Will keep you posted, If I find a used copy, will that be ok?

Used is fine with me. Also if you can find How the West Was Won cheap that would be good to.

Thanks

[Mack]

I can't believe how insanely pristine SB looks
looks like it could have been made yesterday

It is remarkable :cool:

[JaylisJayP]

So my wife and I watched Forgetting Sarah Marshall last night....and while it's "ok" (probably my least favorite of the comedy 3-pack)...there was a particular scene....that even right now....if I think about it....I can' help but smile and start to laugh.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5nnhkr0cho&feature=related


Rudd = Genius

[Hanky Panky]

Sell the 720 and buy an Onkyo 606? :D

Call Sony tomorrow... maybe they have a fix.

You joke but I think you make a good point. I have not been encouraged by Sony's brand of receivers in dealing with HD.

Onkyo? Not familiar with this brand. Is it reliable and worth the investment?

[SBrooks1]

Update: Unhooked the PS3 directly from the 60" this morning and hooked it back to the receiver. Turned everything on and it worked like a charm. Switched to cable, worked like a charm!! Popped in Sleeping Beauty and it's unreal how great it looks. Finally seeing true 1080p video on this huge ass 60" plasma is so cool. With my 40" I could see everything on screen without having to move my eyes much. Now I find myself having to move my eyes much more to go from one side of a movie to the other.

[ewto16]

Alright guys, got the TV fixed and it's installed now. Unfortunately I seem to be having a HDMI handshake issue with my Sony 720 and this TV. Component with my 360 works fine but neither my cable box (HDMI) nor my PS3 (HDMI) work. It flickers and the screen goes all multi-colored and fuzzy looking like this....

Is this a HDMI handshake issue? I've never experienced this before. Any ideas?

Yep, and it is a pain in the arse. I had my cable box hooked up via HDMI to my TV and everytime it went from one resolution to another, it created the handshake issue. Usually flicking my TV to a different input and then flicking back fixed it, but you can imagine how annoying that was.

Cable companies solution was to use component cables. They said that HDMI doesn't work and wasn't supported. It obviously worked, just not correctly and could have been fixed by software. This leads me to another question though.....

How do you guys all have your cable/sat boxes setup? I have mine set to output at whatever the native resolution is and then scale it at the TV. So the DirecTV box I have is set for Auto or something like that, which means, if the signal is 720p, it sends that and then the TV converts it to 1080p. 1080i is sent and then converted to 1080p as well.

I find this works for the most part, but when I change channels, the TV sort of flickers a bit, if I change resolutions. I'm OK with that if that is the best way to set it up. Is it better to have the Sat box scale the picture and send out one signal or the TV?? I have a Sony KDS-50A2000 if that matters.

Also, does anyone else have an issue with NBC appearing blurry? When I watch Heroes or Knight Rider, whenever there is movement, the picture is very blurry and I see what I would call ghosting. It is far and away the softest picture that I have of the main network stations (NBC, FOX, ABC, CBS).

Thanks for the help!!

[ewto16]

Rudd = Genius

I guess I don't get this humor. Not funny. Personally, I've found all of these movies other than Knocked Up to be terrible. KU was only decent at best.

Flame away!! :D

[HollandX]

Update: Unhooked the PS3 directly from the 60" this morning and hooked it back to the receiver. Turned everything on and it worked like a charm. Switched to cable, worked like a charm!! Popped in Sleeping Beauty and it's unreal how great it looks. Finally seeing true 1080p video on this huge ass 60" plasma is so cool. With my 40" I could see everything on screen without having to move my eyes much. Now I find myself having to move my eyes much more to go from one side of a movie to the other.

Did I ask you this already? What's your viewing distance? :)

[HollandX]

I can't believe how insanely pristine SB looks
looks like it could have been made yesterday

SuperBad?

Step Brothers?

:o

I don't speak the lingo. :(

[HollandX]

You joke but I think you make a good point. I have not been encouraged by Sony's brand of receivers in dealing with HD.

Onkyo? Not familiar with this brand. Is it reliable and worth the investment?

The Onkyo will change your life.

[SBrooks1]

Did I ask you this already? What's your viewing distance? :)

I think it's approximately 15 feet. Your thoughts? :D

[SBrooks1]

Horrible camera phone pic but you get the idea.....

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c279/SBrooks2006/1008080846-1.jpg

:D

[Thorondor 33]

Hey guys, my regular DVD player is crapping out. So I either need to get it fixed or buy a new one. I have some questions about Blu-Ray players.

(1) Can a Blu-Ray player play a regular DVD?
(2) Can a Blu-Ray player play a regular DVD on a regular TV?
(3) Can a Blu-Ray player play a Blu-Ray DVD on a regular TV? I know it probably can't, and if it did it would not be like crystal clear or stunning like on an HD TV, but never hurts to ask LOL. :)

If I did get a Blu-Ray player then the big step would be convincing my parents we need an HD TV. :p

[PrimeBane]

SuperBad?

Step Brothers?

:o

I don't speak the lingo. :(

Sleeping Beauty I believe...

[PrimeBane]

You joke but I think you make a good point. I have not been encouraged by Sony's brand of receivers in dealing with HD.

Onkyo? Not familiar with this brand. Is it reliable and worth the investment?

Onkyo give you the best bang for your buck in a next gen receiver. If I was living in the US I'd own one by now at the price on it is pretty amazing (around $350 on sale). The exact same receiver is $600 here in Canada.

Pretty much everyone in every forum will tell you if you want a really great entry level receiver, the Onkyos are the way to go. You get feature at the price point that you normally only see on the more expensive mid and high range receivers that you don't see on other entry level receivers.

[HollandX]

Horrible camera phone pic but you get the idea.....

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c279/SBrooks2006/1008080846-1.jpg

:D

HOLY CRAP, THAT'S WHAT HE HAD TO WELD?! What did he do exactly again?

ps I love Mighty Muggs, too!

[PrimeBane]

Yes
Yes
Yes, but you won't see a huge difference over DVD

My 2 cents, convince the parents to get the HDtv with HD satellite first. Once they see how awesome it looks (especially for sports), Blu-ray isn't as tough a sell.

Hey guys, my regular DVD player is crapping out. So I either need to get it fixed or buy a new one. I have some questions about Blu-Ray players.

(1) Can a Blu-Ray player play a regular DVD?
(2) Can a Blu-Ray player play a regular DVD on a regular TV?
(3) Can a Blu-Ray player play a Blu-Ray DVD on a regular TV? I know it probably can't, and if it did it would not be like crystal clear or stunning like on an HD TV, but never hurts to ask LOL. :)

If I did get a Blu-Ray player then the big step would be convincing my parents we need an HD TV. :p

[HollandX]

Sleeping Beauty I believe...

duh... he's been talking about that for like 3 pages now.

:o:o:o

[Thorondor 33]

Yes
Yes
Yes, but you won't see a huge difference over DVD

My 2 cents, convince the parents to get the HDtv with HD satellite first. Once they see how awesome it looks (especially for sports), Blu-ray isn't as tough a sell.

Thank you Bane! :)

At least that way even without the HD TV I could still get Blu-Ray DVDs and will be ready for an HD TV. And my parents aren't sports fan, so it might take a little more convincing. :D

[PrimeBane]

Do they like tv? Are they CSI fans? NCIS? The Unit? Those show shine in HD. :)

A decent Blu-ray player will set you back at least $300 plus tax. The PS3 (the best Blu-ray player currently available) will set you back $400 plus tax, but at least you can use it to play games (NHL 09) and even stream video and audio content from your computer.

[PrimeBane]

duh... he's been talking about that for like 3 pages now.

:o:o:o

I'm send you to smilie boot camp... :p

[HollandX]

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/f/f1/415_fat_talk.gif

[Thorondor 33]

Do they like tv? Are they CSI fans? NCIS? The Unit? Those show shine in HD. :)

A decent Blu-ray player will set you back at least $300 plus tax. The PS3 (the best Blu-ray player currently available) will set you back $400 plus tax, but at least you can use it to play games (NHL 09) and even stream video and audio content from your computer.

No, they aren't really big TV fans. They watch rodeo mainly (does anything like the Stampede come in HD?).

Ok, so about $300 to $400 for a Blu-Ray player. A lot of money, but probably worth it.

[PrimeBane]

The PS3 is your best route... Blu-ray won't really show that well on an old SDtv, so at least you could rent a few video games to play while waiting for the tv.

[mikedanger]

just got this email from netflix...

Dear Mike,

As you may know, Blu-ray movies are more expensive than standard definition movies. As a result, we're going to start charging $1 a month (plus applicable taxes), in addition to your monthly membership charge, for unlimited access to Blu-ray movies.

The additional charge for unlimited Blu-ray access will be automatically added to your next billing statement on or after November 5th, 2008 and will be referenced in your Membership Terms and Details. If you wish to continue getting Blu-ray movies for $1 a month more, you don't need to do anything. If not, you can remove Blu-ray access anytime by visiting Your Account at the Netflix website.

If you have questions about this change or need any assistance, please call us anytime at 1-888-638-3549.

-The Netflix Team

not really that big of a deal IMO...

[WingNut 25]

I cancelled NetFlix this past month.

[ewto16]

How do you guys all have your cable/sat boxes setup? I have mine set to output at whatever the native resolution is and then scale it at the TV. So the DirecTV box I have is set for Auto or something like that, which means, if the signal is 720p, it sends that and then the TV converts it to 1080p. 1080i is sent and then converted to 1080p as well.

I find this works for the most part, but when I change channels, the TV sort of flickers a bit, if I change resolutions. I'm OK with that if that is the best way to set it up. Is it better to have the Sat box scale the picture and send out one signal or the TV?? I have a Sony KDS-50A2000 if that matters.

Also, does anyone else have an issue with NBC appearing blurry? When I watch Heroes or Knight Rider, whenever there is movement, the picture is very blurry and I see what I would call ghosting. It is far and away the softest picture that I have of the main network stations (NBC, FOX, ABC, CBS).

Thanks for the help!!

Bump for thoughts/ideas

[PrimeBane]

How do you guys all have your cable/sat boxes setup? I have mine set to output at whatever the native resolution is and then scale it at the TV. So the DirecTV box I have is set for Auto or something like that, which means, if the signal is 720p, it sends that and then the TV converts it to 1080p. 1080i is sent and then converted to 1080p as well.

I have my sat boxs set up to output the channel's native resolution on all my HDtvs.


I find this works for the most part, but when I change channels, the TV sort of flickers a bit, if I change resolutions. I'm OK with that if that is the best way to set it up. Is it better to have the Sat box scale the picture and send out one signal or the TV?? I have a Sony KDS-50A2000 if that matters.

I think so... as long as the cable/sat box is only connected to one tv. I have one sat box connected to my 720p projector and a 32" SDtv and I have to leave it on native or else one or the other set screws up the picture.


Also, does anyone else have an issue with NBC appearing blurry? When I watch Heroes or Knight Rider, whenever there is movement, the picture is very blurry and I see what I would call ghosting. It is far and away the softest picture that I have of the main network stations (NBC, FOX, ABC, CBS).

Thanks for the help!!

Do you have a second HD NBC station you can try? I've heard some stations have very poor bitrates in the US.

If your tv is an LCD, that ghosting could be motion blurr.

[HollandX]

Matrix Blu review: http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/300/matrix_umc.html

Unfortunately, like the HD DVD, the Blu-ray finds much of this bonus material presented in 480p/i/MPEG-2 only. To the studio's credit, they have headed high-def fan outcry, and this time we get upgraded 1080p/VC-1 video and Dolby TrueHD 5.1 Surround audio (48kHz/16-bit) on 'The Animatrix,' which on the HD DVD was standard-def only. No, this entire box is still not in full HD, but it's still a jump up from the HD DVD.

[Hanky Panky]

Noticed Road Warrior is $14.95 at Target today.

Anyone know how the picture looks? The film is pretty dated.

[HollandX]

Noticed Road Warrior is $14.95 at Target today.

Anyone know how the picture looks? The film is pretty dated.

4 stars video, 3 stars audio.

http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/757/roadwarrior.html

[PrimeBane]

Matrix Blu review: http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/300/matrix_umc.html

Nice... unless one really wants the Animatrix in HD, there's no reason (at least for me) to upgrade from my complete Matrix HD DVD set. :)

[Hanky Panky]

4 stars video, 3 stars audio.

http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/757/roadwarrior.html

Thx for the link. I think I'll make a purchase.

Noticed the following niceties...

In a nice surprise, Warner has added a bonus fresh to the Blu-ray (and HD DVD) releases: the first-ever audio commentary for the film with director George Miller and director of photography Dean Semler.


For this Blu-ray release, Warner has opted for the original international opening credits for the film, so while this disc is being released as 'The Road Warrior,' the film itself carries the title 'Mad Max 2.')

The source has been very nicely cleaned up -- all of the excessive grain, dirt, dropouts and splice marks have been removed. I was amazed at how clean and smooth the image now looks

[HollandX]

Question. For movies that are on TV in high def that aren't out (or announced) for Blu-ray. Did the studios just make a quick hi def version for TV... Or did they spend time on this version in order to port it to Blu someday? Or is this a quick hi def version, and when they do(if) port it to blu-ray one day, they'll spend more time on it?

Is this making sense to anyone?

[PrimeBane]

From what I understand he studios have always sent out a master copy to tv stations that has been in a high resolution OA format... it's the tv stations that hack down the resolution, edit and crop it.

[HollandX]

so it's not indicative of what i'd see on a blu-ray, or what might be coming soon on a blu-ray.....

[PrimeBane]

Unfortunately it is not :(

[ewto16]

I have my sat boxs set up to output the channel's native resolution on all my HDtvs.

I think so... as long as the cable/sat box is only connected to one tv. I have one sat box connected to my 720p projector and a 32" SDtv and I have to leave it on native or else one or the other set screws up the picture.

Do you have a second HD NBC station you can try? I've heard some stations have very poor bitrates in the US.

If your tv is an LCD, that ghosting could be motion blurr.

I have like 800 channels now, so you would think I got a different NBC. I don't really know though. I'm still trying to find them all. I'll look for a different NBC feed.

The Sony I have is an LCOS TV. Not really LCD. More of a projection type TV. I don't notice it on other stations, even with motion on them, such as baseball, football, etc. The second someone turns their head on NBC, it looks smeared.

[PrimeBane]

I'm wondering if that's a bit rate issues... does the screen macroblock at the same time?

[ewto16]

From what I understand he studios have always sent out a master copy to tv stations that has been in a high resolution OA format... it's the tv stations that hack down the resolution, edit and crop it.

Yep, from what I understand this is correct. Even your OTA stations can compress, crop, edit, the signal before it gets to you though there isn't really a reason to do so.

[Hanky Panky]

I have like 800 channels now

WOW...do ya really need that many channels?!

[ewto16]

WOW...do ya really need that many channels?!

Since I don't know what most of them are or where they are, no. However, it is what you get with Direct TV. I get anything you can think of it seems.

[grif32]

Matrix Blu review: http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/300/matrix_umc.html

CC is giving away the Matrix Blu set with a purchase of a BR player. Can not remember the one off the top of my head. I think it starts sunday.

Chris

[SBrooks1]

HollandX.....I'm sitting about 15 feet away from my 60".....Is that good, bad or optimal?

[ewto16]

I wonder if this is related to my issue.

If you've ever tried to enjoy a sporting event on NBC, you've probably noticed that when the action really starts getting good, your picture quality goes south, and fast. This phenominom has been thanks to 90 of the NBC affiliates around the country deciding to steal bandwidth away from the primary HD feed and dedicate the bits to a 24-hour weather channel called Weather Plus. Well after four years of trying, NBC Universal decided that if you can't beat 'em join 'em, and instead bought a stake in The Weather Channel, which thankfully ended up meaning no more Weather Plus. The bad news is that the macroblock loving fools are already starting to think about what other crappy SD programming can go in its place.

[HollandX]

HollandX.....I'm sitting about 15 feet away from my 60".....Is that good, bad or optimal?

Well it's all what you like the most. It's completely personal preference, and I'm always curious what people choose and like.

This is the unofficial calculator on viewing distance: http://myhometheater.homestead.com/viewingdistancecalculator.html. According to it, with a 60" TV size, you should be at a maximum of 8.5-9 feet away.

If you're not willing to try that close for whatever reason, and you're asking my opinion... I think you might be happier around 10-11 feet away if you can.

Prime's at 12-14 feet away for a 100" screen.

[HollandX]

The unofficial chart for viewing distance is here:

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c121/everandaday363/resolution_chart.png

According to it, you'll experience 1080p between 7.5 - 10 feet.

So, you might want to bring it a little closer and try it out, even if not that close.

[SBrooks1]

Interesting. The way we have our living room set up is optimal I think. I don't think I would want to sit closer.

[HollandX]

Yeah like I said it's all personal preference. And room dimensions play a big role, especially if you have people on the sides who you want to see the tv.

Just as long as you're happy. :D

[PrimeBane]

Who wouldn't be happy watching that tv? :D

[HollandX]

external blu-ray coming to 360: http://www.1up.com/do/newsStory?cId=3170446

[PrimeBane]

external blu-ray coming to 360: http://www.1up.com/do/newsStory?cId=3170446

I hope this rumor is true

[WingNut 25]

It was only a matter of time. Now that I have a PS3 it isn't worth buying.

[mikedanger]

external blu-ray coming to 360: http://www.1up.com/do/newsStory?cId=3170446


i emailed my uncle about this recently and here's the response i got...he works for microsoft by the way...

I heard the head of MS Games and Entertainment speak yesterday. We have no plans to integrate blue ray or build an add on at this time.

now, who knows if he just can't say anything because it's not official, but i would hope that he would tell his favorite nephew. :)

[PrimeBane]

I heard the head of MS Games and Entertainment speak yesterday. We have no plans to integrate blue ray or build an add on at this time.

That's what they said about 120 GB Hardrive and HDMI port... MS denies, denies denies until they decide to make the announcement for themselves.

Not saying your uncle is wrong, he just may not have been privy to the info should they want to keep it under wraps.

[burngwngs]

well it doesn't have to be made buy Microsoft to be an add on does it?

[mikedanger]

That's what they said about 120 GB Hardrive and HDMI port... MS denies, denies denies until they decide to make the announcement for themselves.

Not saying your uncle is wrong, he just may not have been privy to the info should they want to keep it under wraps.

that's kind of what i was thinking too...if this info is true, i'm gonna let him hear about it at thanksgiving this year. :p

[SBrooks1]

Hmmmm....I'm hearing an audible buzz coming from the top of the display. It seems to happen mainly in bright scenes. Darker scenes I don't hear it at all and it definitely goes away. It's brand new out of the box. Any ideas?

[PrimeBane]

that's kind of what i was thinking too...if this info is true, i'm gonna let him hear about it at thanksgiving this year. :p

Tell him you want a free drive if he's wrong :D

[ewto16]

That's what they said about 120 GB Hardrive and HDMI port... MS denies, denies denies until they decide to make the announcement for themselves.

Not saying your uncle is wrong, he just may not have been privy to the info should they want to keep it under wraps.

Meh, this rumor was around last year when HD-DVD died. I don't put any weight into it yet.

MS would deny that the sky was blue if they hadn't decided to announce it yet. They kept denying a price drop on the 360 for weeks even though there were tons of ads showing the price drop.

They do this so people don't just wait to buy the cheaper/newer item usually. If you know a price drop is coming in two/three weeks, then you are going to wait, and that equals lost revenue for MS.

[ewto16]

Hmmmm....I'm hearing an audible buzz coming from the top of the display. It seems to happen mainly in bright scenes. Darker scenes I don't hear it at all and it definitely goes away. It's brand new out of the box. Any ideas?

Have your friend shave it off? :p

Turn off the internal speaker? That might be causing it. Might not be grounded right as well.

[PrimeBane]

Hmmmm....I'm hearing an audible buzz coming from the top of the display. It seems to happen mainly in bright scenes. Darker scenes I don't hear it at all and it definitely goes away. It's brand new out of the box. Any ideas?

If you haven't found it already, the answer is probalby in this AVSForum thread
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=945491

[ewto16]

If you haven't found it already, the answer is probalby in this AVSForum thread
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=945491

UGH....that would be terribly annoying.

[SBrooks1]

I fixed it!! Someone on AVS said to put it on powersave mode 2 and it worked! :D

[cflames89]

Do they like tv? Are they CSI fans? NCIS? The Unit? Those show shine in HD. :)

A decent Blu-ray player will set you back at least $300 plus tax. The PS3 (the best Blu-ray player currently available) will set you back $400 plus tax, but at least you can use it to play games (NHL 09) and even stream video and audio content from your computer.

Dude, some Sony's are now going for $259 with Iron Man right now.

[cflames89]

The PS3 is your best route... Blu-ray won't really show that well on an old SDtv, so at least you could rent a few video games to play while waiting for the tv.

I'll tell you, I am using a really old GE tube, and the wife noticed a huge difference between Batman Begins on DVD and BD. It's not a full on difference, but if my wife can pick it up and then demand all new movies on Blu-ray, it must be somewhat significant.

[PrimeBane]

Dude, some Sony's are now going for $259 with Iron Man right now.

I would never recommend a profile 1.1 player... even to an Avs or Flames fan. :)

[cflames89]

I would never recommend a profile 1.1 player... even to an Avs or Flames fan. :)

Hey, I am just saying that the options are out there. :D

That being said, Future Shop sold 13,000 Blu-ray players in September, so they are starting to sell more with the sales happening.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

I hit up a few FYE's today and picked up a few movies with the 40% coupon

Godfather collection $36 - Going to Chris
Jack Ryan Collection HD-DVD $26
When We left Earth $26
National Treasure $10
Sixth Sense $10

[PrimeBane]

Jack Ryan Collection HD-DVD $26


SWEET find... toss it up on ebay and make yourself a little extra coin :D

[Chugga]

Blu-ray is AWESOME

[johnnyknoxsvill]

SWEET find... toss it up on ebay and make yourself a little extra coin :D

Thats what I was going to do ;) help me afford some future buys thats for sure

[ewto16]

SWEET find... toss it up on ebay and make yourself a little extra coin :D

How much would that actually sell for? He would need to sell it for over $40 to make anything on it after shipping and Ebay/PayPal fees.

[PrimeBane]

There are 4 sets on ebay
http://shop.ebay.com/items/_W0QQ_nkwZjackQ20ryanQ20hdQ20dvdQQ_armrsZ1QQ_fromZR40QQ_mdoZ

Even if he gets $100 for it, he's doing well. :)

The set was never officially released in stores, thus it's fairly rare.

[ewto16]

There are 4 sets on ebay
http://shop.ebay.com/items/_W0QQ_nkwZjackQ20ryanQ20hdQ20dvdQQ_armrsZ1QQ_fromZR40QQ_mdoZ

Even if he gets $100 for it, he's doing well. :)

The set was never officially released in stores, thus it's fairly rare.

Oh, I see now. Yes, great find then!!

[oaktown2000]

I know the odds are against it...but if you find another Godfather set below $40 again...can you get it for me....please.

[grif32]

I hit up a few FYE's today and picked up a few movies with the 40% coupon

Godfather collection $36 - Going to Chris
Jack Ryan Collection HD-DVD $26
When We left Earth $26
National Treasure $10
Sixth Sense $10

Thanks again.

Thats an amazing deal on the Jack Ryan Collection. You will easily triple your money.

[ewto16]

What is that FYE coupon? Is it a nationwide coupon? We have some FYEs around here.

[PrimeBane]

For my Canadian Brothers... more 2 for $10 HD DVDs have shown up at Wal-Mart again. They're all Paramount titles this time.

flags of our fathers
hot rod
top gun
arctic tale
the untouchables
the manchurian candidate
the heartbreak kid
hustle and flow
the warriors
coming to america
sleepy hollow
four brothers
beowulf
sahara
transformers
blades of glory
shrek the third

[grif32]

For my Canadian Brothers... more 2 for $10 HD DVDs have shown up at Wal-Mart again. They're all Paramount titles this time.

flags of our fathers
hot rod
top gun
arctic tale
the untouchables
the manchurian candidate
the heartbreak kid
hustle and flow
the warriors
coming to america
sleepy hollow
four brothers
beowulf
sahara
transformers
blades of glory
shrek the third

Dang thats a great deal.. Some decent flicks

[grif32]

What is that FYE coupon? Is it a nationwide coupon? We have some FYEs around here.

No its an AZ thing. I have a FYE's as well but their BR pricing is nuts. I asked them about the 40% coupon and he stated no.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

Its a regional thing from what they said. I think we are the only state that gets the 40% off coupon.

I'll see what I can find Oaktown

[IceRat]

Sleeping Beauty I believe...
you is correct

[Thorondor 33]

I don't have Futureshop around, alas. Or Best Buy. Just Zellers and Wal-Mart, closest stores that would have a Blu-Ray player or PS3 and they are about 2 hours away. Supposedly a Wal-Mart is opening about 40 minutes away in late 09, but that is to long to wait LOL.

I wonder if I decided to buy one if I could trust getting one off of eBay?

[SBrooks1]

Just finished watching Sleeping Beauty.....wow. Amazing remaster job Disney did here. Pinocchio looks like it's going to be awesome too. The soundtrack to Sleeping Beauty sounds like it was recorded this year. There's very little hint that's it's old.

[grif32]

Just finished watching Sleeping Beauty.....wow. Amazing remaster job Disney did here. Pinocchio looks like it's going to be awesome too. The soundtrack to Sleeping Beauty sounds like it was recorded this year. There's very little hint that's it's old.

Probably looks sick on your new TV.

I picked this movie up. Cant wait to pop it in and check out the PQ & AQ..

[SBrooks1]

Probably looks sick on your new TV.

It does. Make sure you check out the bonus feature on Disc 1 called Dragon Encounter. They say "turn off the lights and turn up the sound" and it's a 5 minute CG and 7.1 demo. It's very loud and very cool.

[grif32]

It does. Make sure you check out the bonus feature on Disc 1 called Dragon Encounter. They say "turn off the lights and turn up the sound" and it's a 5 minute CG and 7.1 demo. It's very loud and very cool.

Will do

[NCStateWolfpack33]

picked up Sleeping Beauty, Zohan, and NBA 2k9...couldnt find Beetlejuice anywhere...still cant find Dark City

[HollandX]

monoprice deal of the day... 6ft HDMI cables for under $2.

I hope teal is an adequate color. :D

http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10243&cs_id=1024008&p_id=4736&seq=1&format=2

[PrimeBane]

I don't have Futureshop around, alas. Or Best Buy. Just Zellers and Wal-Mart, closest stores that would have a Blu-Ray player or PS3 and they are about 2 hours away. Supposedly a Wal-Mart is opening about 40 minutes away in late 09, but that is to long to wait LOL.

I wonder if I decided to buy one if I could trust getting one off of eBay?

You can order stuff online and have it shipped you know. :p

[PrimeBane]

monoprice deal of the day... 6ft HDMI cables for under $2.

I hope teal is an adequate color. :D

http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10243&cs_id=1024008&p_id=4736&seq=1&format=2

If my cables were hidden, I'd probably order... but I really don't want a rainbow of HDMI behind my components.

[JaylisJayP]

Got my receiver back in working condition today. Took nearly two weeks. Two weeks without lossless audio.

SBrooks almost had to light a candle for me.

[Thorondor 33]

You can order stuff online and have it shipped you know. :p

No ****? :p

I have just heard bad things about buying electronics on eBay. When there is problems it can be a real ***** to get your money back. And with something as expensive as a Blu-Ray player, I would rather get that in person.

But buying online is always an option.

[Chugga]

No ****? :p

I have just heard bad things about buying electronics on eBay. When there is problems it can be a real ***** to get your money back. And with something as expensive as a Blu-Ray player, I would rather get that in person.

But buying online is always an option.

Just get it from a seller with a great reputation. I got both of my receivers online....saved over $500 on each of them.

Hell I put together my entire home theater setup, speakers, sub, receiver, etc through ebay. And this is coming from the guy who won't buy a single blu-ray online.

[Thorondor 33]

I'll check around on eBay and if I see anything interesting I will post a link and get feedback on it.

[PrimeBane]

I meant: Futureshop and Bestbuy both ship if you order online. :D

I wouldn't risk ebay for electronics either.

[Thorondor 33]

I just did a quick search as I am going to bed, but I did see this one. I have no clue what is a good Blu-Ray player and what isn't, so help me out. Is this a good Blu-Ray player?

http://cgi.ebay.ca/Samsung-Blu-Ray-player-HDMI-BD-P1400-FREESHIP-10-HDMI_W0QQitemZ180297493454QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item180297493454&_trkparms=72%3A1215|39%3A1|66%3A2|65%3A12|240%3A1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14

I don't need the fanciest one on the market, but I don't want to get ripped either.

[PrimeBane]

And this is coming from the guy who won't buy a single blu-ray online.

You're an enigma wrapped in a mystery my friend...

[PrimeBane]

Samsung does not make a good Blu-ray player.

[Chugga]

You're an enigma wrapped in a mystery my friend...

If I can save more then $50 on an item I will buy it online. That generally doesn't happen for Blu-rays unless I'm buying them in bulk in a BOGO or something like that.

But with tv's, stands, receivers, speakers, seating, etc you can save hundreds of dollars on those things. You almost have to buy them online.

Theres a method to my madness you just have to think abstract.

[PrimeBane]

Makes sense :)

I wish we had deals like that up here... I'm always a little leary of bringing electronics across the border as I get dinged duty and should something go wrong, it won't have warranty. :(

[Kleptos18]

I just got done with Doomsday. Not as bad as everyone said it was.

Wasn't good either....

Why do the crazy people always have to have purple mohawks and crazy facial tattoos.

[moviemaniac4]

Got milk ?

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v159/Moviemaniac4/ComicCon2008116.jpg

[JaylisJayP]

I've "almost" bought Clockwork Orange about 5 times. Still can't get past the poor PQ reviews.

[SBrooks1]

I've "almost" bought Clockwork Orange about 5 times. Still can't get past the poor PQ reviews.

Despite those reviews I picked it up for $15 at Target a couple weeks ago

[moviemaniac4]

Well, HD quality might not be the best compared with the other Kubrik released flicks, but still looks really good as well as color that was updated. Sounds is great at least for my 5.1 and there are a lot of extras that I will start to review shortly.....

and for 13 bucks.....I can live with that until something better arise......

[SBrooks1]

Wow... :eek:

According to a recent article published over at Home Media Magazine, Studio Paramount is claiming to have sold at least 260,000 copies of “Iron Man” on Blu-ray Disc in just the first day of release. Also it’s said that in the first week a total well over 500,000 (half a million) copies were sold of the Blu-ray Disc release alone. Combined sales with the DVD format would put it roughly at around 7,700,000 copies (with 7.2 million from DVD).

[grif32]

Wow... :eek:

I honestly thought we were looking at 1 million the first week so those #'s are low .

7.2 million on DVD

500,000 on Blu Ray..

Still has a long way to go...

Chris

[TheRedOx]

Wow... :eek:

So, that's what? around 7% of people who bought IronMan bought it on Blu - that seems kind of pathetic to me, should be a lot higher marketshare by now IMO, what's the deal?

[grif32]

So, that's what? around 7% of people who bought IronMan bought it on Blu - that seems kind of pathetic to me, should be a lot higher marketshare by now IMO, what's the deal?

Thats how I am kinda feeling. I thought the #'s were gonna be alot better.

[Wofford29]

IMO I just don't see Blu ever making it past DVD. The vast majority of people honestly just don't care, and let's be honest, if you're not looking at the two side by side, DVDs picture is just fine for most. I'm enjoying the hell out of it, but I just don't ever see it getting past the niche market. That is of course unless they make players and media identical in price with DVD, which just isn't going to happen.

[ewto16]

IMO I just don't see Blu ever making it past DVD. The vast majority of people honestly just don't care, and let's be honest, if you're not looking at the two side by side, DVDs picture is just fine for most. I'm enjoying the hell out of it, but I just don't ever see it getting past the niche market. That is of course unless they make players and media identical in price with DVD, which just isn't going to happen.

Yes, it will given enough time. Blu-ray players are already falling in price and you will see some below $200 over the holidays, maybe under $150. Blu-ray movies are still too high, but those will continue to fall as well. People forget this follows the exact same pattern as DVDs did and that CDs did before.

I also thought Iron Man would sell way more than that.

[Thorondor 33]

Samsung does not make a good Blu-ray player.

Gotcha. That is why it was so cheap.

[Thorondor 33]

IMO I just don't see Blu ever making it past DVD. The vast majority of people honestly just don't care, and let's be honest, if you're not looking at the two side by side, DVDs picture is just fine for most. I'm enjoying the hell out of it, but I just don't ever see it getting past the niche market. That is of course unless they make players and media identical in price with DVD, which just isn't going to happen.

It is like VHS and DVD. So many people, including my household, didn't believe VHS would ever lose to DVD. Well, guess what? I still have VHS player but on the shelf above it is a DVD player and a library of DVDs in the cabinets that used to hold VHS. :o

[moviemaniac4]

They should have sold the BR Ironman at a cheaper price.......

That way people will be more interested to invest on a player....

You noticed that the new Cinderella offer has both DVD and Blu Ray in same package ?

[SBrooks1]

You noticed that the new Cinderella offer has both DVD and Blu Ray in same package ?

Yeah it's in a small paper case attached to the front of Blu-ray case. Does me no good. I paid $25 for the with my BB discount which shocked me since it's $10 off.

[mikedanger]

^^^it was actually sleeping beauty...not cinderella...if anyone cares. :)

[grif32]

Yeah it's in a small paper case attached to the front of Blu-ray case. Does me no good. I paid $25 for the with my BB discount which shocked me since it's $10 off.

Dang I paid $25 at CC with no discount. Your discount is not very good.

[SBrooks1]

Dang I paid $25 at CC with no discount. Your discount is not very good.

Yeah, it only took $2,000 off the retail price of my new TV.......my discount sucks :p

[ewto16]

Yeah it's in a small paper case attached to the front of Blu-ray case. Does me no good. I paid $25 for the with my BB discount which shocked me since it's $10 off.

So the DVD is just stuck on the outside of the case in a regular paper sleeve? Sort of lame. I guess it is nice they included it at least.

[SBrooks1]

So the DVD is just stuck on the outside of the case in a regular paper sleeve?

Yup...

[Thorondor 33]

What do you guys think of this Blu-Ray player?
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8551596&st=sharp+blu+ray&lp=1&type=product&cp=1&id=1188561244565

[mikedanger]

yeah, but it's not that big of a deal. that copy will just go in the truck dvd player for when we're out and about, and the blu copy will stay at home.

[TheRedOx]

Thats how I am kinda feeling. I thought the #'s were gonna be alot better.

It's terrible. F Sony, they haven't done crap with advancing the technology since they beat HD-DVD, nothing!! That number should be more like 25% of customers bought it on BluRay at this point.

[cochese75]

what did ewto do to get suspended?




:spawnorb:

[mikedanger]

what did ewto do to get suspended?




:spawnorb:

weird...maybe he was hawking wii fits again...

[PrimeBane]

It is like VHS and DVD. So many people, including my household, didn't believe VHS would ever lose to DVD. Well, guess what? I still have VHS player but on the shelf above it is a DVD player and a library of DVDs in the cabinets that used to hold VHS. :o

VHS to DVD was a not brainer... the upgrade was very significant and it didn't require a new tv purchase. It was a glorious day when I got my first DVD player back in '99. Not more flat colours and fuzzy pictures. :D

BD is a tougher sell. It shouldn't look better (but does for some) on a SDtv... you really need an HDtv in order for BD to shine.

The other thing that I believe is hindering BD adoption (and this is only my opinion) is the whole tech and cabling thing. Many people get turned of with all the additional tech talk (720p, 1080i, 1080p, upconversion) and even more so when the snake oil salesmen at whatever store tells them they NEED to buy a $100 or $150 cable in addition to their BD player.

I want BD to succeed as I can never go back to DVD. 500,000 copies the first week for Iron Man is good, but it should have been way better considering BD is the only game in town and this is the first MAJOR summer release on the format since HD DVD went away.

750,000 would have meant significant growth... a million copies the first week would have meant BD is here to stay.

[PrimeBane]

what did ewto do to get suspended?

:spawnorb:

No clue... ewto, email me and explain your Wii peddling ass! ;)

scottbossert at hotmail.com

[Thorondor 33]

Cables eh? Besides a BD player, what other things like cables do I need?

This is enemy territory for me. I HATE TV cables with a passion. I just randomly plug stuff in until it works. The manual is all Greek to me. At least, that is how it was with my DVD player. I actually couldn't get it working. A neighbor came and hooked it up for me. Hell, I couldn't even get my N64 to work either until the same neighbor plugged that all in for me. =/

[PrimeBane]

Cables eh? Besides a BD player, what other things like cables do I need?

This is enemy territory for me. I HATE TV cables with a passion. I just randomly plug stuff in until it works. The manual is all Greek to me. At least, that is how it was with my DVD player. I actually couldn't get it working. A neighbor came and hooked it up for me. Hell, I couldn't even get my N64 to work either until the same neighbor plugged that all in for me. =/

What kind of geek are you? :confused: ;)

You really don't need the fancy cable until you get your HDtv... and when you do, order a 6 foot HDMI 1.3a cable from www.monoprice.com (http://www.monoprice.com). You'll pay way less than you would in a store.

[grif32]

Yeah, it only took $2,000 off the retail price of my new TV.......my discount sucks :p

LOL off retail? Dang they should sell it to you guys 5% over cost.

What did you end up paying for it $3300 or $3700 cant remember with tax.

I was talking BR disc with your discount anyway. I am paying the same price as you but you are getting a discount. I would tell them to fix their employee purchase discount. Screw % off retail price you want everything 5 % over cost. :)

Chris

[SBrooks1]

LOL off retail? Dang they should sell it to you guys 5% over cost.

What did you end up paying for it $3300 or $3700 cant remember with tax.

$3,888 with tax :p

[TastySweetNutz]

what did ewto do to get suspended?




:spawnorb:

Not sure but maybe he was stirring the pot over on the sports board :D

[Thorondor 33]

What kind of geek are you? :confused: ;)

You really don't need the fancy cable until you get your HDtv... and when you do, order a 6 foot HDMI 1.3a cable from www.monoprice.com (http://www.monoprice.com). You'll pay way less than you would in a store.

I am not a good geek. I can dress myself in Jedi robes, but yet I can't even hook up an old N64. I fail at being a geek. :p

Thanks for the info on the cable situation. :)

[grif32]

$3,888 with tax :p

U can get it cheaper on-line :p Your discount should be better then what you can buy online for. IMO.

They have it listed for $5500.00 on BB website and you got it for $3888 which is a good deal but still a little higher compared to on-line prices with free shipping and no tax.

Makes you wonder what they hell they paid for them. Holy markup batman.. Thats insane.

I am trying to talk my Manager in getting one for his house. He is building a home and asked me what to get.

I told him this or a projector. I have to go see how big the room is gonna be..

[grif32]

I am still trying to figure out how your discount works. They have sleeping beauty on their website for $25.99 but thats what you paid for it?? Shouldnt your discount be off the $25.99 price and not the retail price of $34.99?

The reason I ask is because they are building a BB next year right next door to my work. I was thinking about getting a job there parttime for their discount. But it doesnt sound like its all that great.

[CoachB]

I bet the economy has something to do with the slow sales. I know since I am in the middle of a divorce and just started working 2 Jobs, I know movies are not a top priority as they used to be with me when I had more disposable income. The only reason I was able to get Irom Man on BR, was I took one of my 5 free movies back that I had saved when I bought my player. It was an even exchange. So thats the only way I could have got Iron Man.VHS to DVD was a not brainer... the upgrade was very significant and it didn't require a new tv purchase. It was a glorious day when I got my first DVD player back in '99. Not more flat colours and fuzzy pictures. :D

BD is a tougher sell. It shouldn't look better (but does for some) on a SDtv... you really need an HDtv in order for BD to shine.

The other thing that I believe is hindering BD adoption (and this is only my opinion) is the whole tech and cabling thing. Many people get turned of with all the additional tech talk (720p, 1080i, 1080p, upconversion) and even more so when the snake oil salesmen at whatever store tells them they NEED to buy a $100 or $150 cable in addition to their BD player.

I want BD to succeed as I can never go back to DVD. 500,000 copies the first week for Iron Man is good, but it should have been way better considering BD is the only game in town and this is the first MAJOR summer release on the format since HD DVD went away.

750,000 would have meant significant growth... a million copies the first week would have meant BD is here to stay.

[oaktown2000]

Buying a Blu Ray player and spending money on Blu Ray....when you're going to hook it up to a non-HD tube TV = POINTLESS

[SBrooks1]

I am still trying to figure out how your discount works. They have sleeping beauty on their website for $25.99 but thats what you paid for it?? Shouldnt your discount be off the $25.99 price and not the retail price of $34.99?

The reason I ask is because they are building a BB next year right next door to my work. I was thinking about getting a job there parttime for their discount. But it doesnt sound like its all that great.

I'm guessing that the discount is off the regular price and not the sale price. It's still a pretty good discount overall. I spend 20% of my time working there looking up SKU's to see what my discount is. LOL :D

[Wofford29]

It is like VHS and DVD. So many people, including my household, didn't believe VHS would ever lose to DVD. Well, guess what? I still have VHS player but on the shelf above it is a DVD player and a library of DVDs in the cabinets that used to hold VHS. :o

I don't see it as anywhere near the same as the VHS/DVD battle. Technology is progressing at nearly 25% faster than it was back then. Bluray doesn't have the same time frame to win out that DVD did and Bluray will have more mediums pulling away from it than any format of the past. I think this battle looks more like the Laserdisc/DVD battle. This is of course on top of what was mentioned in earlier posts about the leap from one format to the next and the public perception of just how big a difference it is, and how much more money that is worth to them to buy everything required to truly enjoy Bluray.

[grif32]

I'm guessing that the discount is off the regular price and not the sale price. It's still a pretty good discount overall. I spend 20% of my time working there looking up SKU's to see what my discount is. LOL :D

LOL yeah I think I would be doing the samething....

[cochese75]

I am not a good geek. I can dress myself in Jedi robes, but yet I can't even hook up an old N64. I fail at being a geek. :p

Thanks for the info on the cable situation. :)

What no R2 unit around??



:spawnorb:

[PrimeBane]

ewto got banned from some German skat porn posting...

;) :D

I keed, I keed... it was the political stuff. He can read, but can't post.

Jaylis, I'm sending you a PM with a message from him.

For the rest, get your shots in while he can't respond... ;)

[Hanky Panky]

what did ewto do to get suspended?

weird...maybe he was hawking wii fits again...

He's was hawking alright...although I have no idea what he was doing at an asian flea market and trying to make a quick buck here pimpin sales.

Hope the punishment doesn't last long...hurry back Ewto!

http://i33.tinypic.com/1zykkxu.jpg

[cochese75]

hahaha




:spawnorb:

[ewto16]

Boo-yah!!!

[Hanky Panky]

That was fast! Welcome back buddy!

[SBrooks1]

Boo-yah!!!

What did you do bribe a mod with a sealed copy of Wild Hogs to get out of suspension? :D

[mikedanger]

What did you do bribe a mod with a sealed copy of Wild Hogs to get out of suspension? :D

who could resist? :p

[ewto16]

Ben Vance has a soft spot for John Travolta.

[Hanky Panky]

^ I'm gonna pass on making the obvious joke there. :D

[Radiation74]

^ I'm gonna pass on making the obvious joke there. :D


lol

[HollandX]

It's terrible. F Sony, they haven't done crap with advancing the technology since they beat HD-DVD, nothing!! That number should be more like 25% of customers bought it on BluRay at this point.

the best thing ever are BOGOs.

the worst thing ever are conditioning us to BOGOs and then not giving us a single one after the war ended

[ewto16]

Agreed. I'd really like a BOGO. In fact, I'd probably pick up a good 10 movies if there was one. There are quite a few movies I'd like to have, but I won't pay $30 for by themselves.

[JaylisJayP]

ewto....i can't PM you for some reason. Now it says you've exceeded your limit. Prime gave me an e-mail, I'm going to try to reach you that way.

[ewto16]

ewto....i can't PM you for some reason. Now it says you've exceeded your limit. Prime gave me an e-mail, I'm going to try to reach you that way.

Got it and responded. My email is actually in my sig, in case someone needs it again.

[cflames89]

Yes, it will given enough time. Blu-ray players are already falling in price and you will see some below $200 over the holidays, maybe under $150. Blu-ray movies are still too high, but those will continue to fall as well. People forget this follows the exact same pattern as DVDs did and that CDs did before.

I also thought Iron Man would sell way more than that.

Interestingly enough, when Iron Man came out, DVD was $26.99 , BD was $29.99, here in Canada, so movie price wise, not much of a difference for new release now.

[cflames89]

Yeah it's in a small paper case attached to the front of Blu-ray case. Does me no good. I paid $25 for the with my BB discount which shocked me since it's $10 off.

Damn, that is good, cuz here in Canada, even at $29.99, it is below cost.

Also, I like what Disney did with throwing in the DVD, even if it was cheap packaging, as it is great for me because no one else in my family has a BD player yet, so when the boys go anywhere, they can take Sleeping Beauty with them.

[sir_bobos]

Any word on Jurassic Park on Blu-Ray? Will they release it?

[cflames89]

What kind of geek are you? :confused: ;)

You really don't need the fancy cable until you get your HDtv... and when you do, order a 6 foot HDMI 1.3a cable from www.monoprice.com (http://www.monoprice.com). You'll pay way less than you would in a store.

He may pay less, but I won't. ;)

[cflames89]

LOL off retail? Dang they should sell it to you guys 5% over cost.

What did you end up paying for it $3300 or $3700 cant remember with tax.

I was talking BR disc with your discount anyway. I am paying the same price as you but you are getting a discount. I would tell them to fix their employee purchase discount. Screw % off retail price you want everything 5 % over cost. :)

Chris

Most companies are like that, but many times, when new movies come out, they are at cost or lower, at least here in Canada.

[cflames89]

Buying a Blu Ray player and spending money on Blu Ray....when you're going to hook it up to a non-HD tube TV = POINTLESS

Hey now, it's just a matter of time for the TV, LOL!!!!!!

[thaderules]

Just watched Forbidden Kingdom. Okay movie but video and audio quality was pretty good.

Next up for me from Netflix is The Fall and Speed Racer. Both are still in long wait status.

[NCStateWolfpack33]

Just watched TCM, and it looked pretty good, I was surprised it looked as good as it did, but it still wasnt a "wow" PQ

[johnnyknoxsvill]

I got my copy of Goonies in today. Im going to watch a bit of it in a few and Ill give a short impression of it. BTW it has Dolby True HD Sbrooks ;)

[oaktown2000]

Just watched Forbidden Kingdom. Okay movie but video and audio quality was pretty good.

Next up for me from Netflix is The Fall and Speed Racer. Both are still in long wait status.

The Fall is a great movie. Highly recommend seeing it.

I got my copy of Goonies in today. Im going to watch a bit of it in a few and Ill give a short impression of it. BTW it has Dolby True HD Sbrooks ;)

Might just stay logged on log enough to see what your initial thoughts of the PQ/AQ is.

How much was it in total?

[johnnyknoxsvill]

"Holy Mary Mother of God" This is by far the best this has ever looked. I would give this a 4/5 for PQ the AQ was about the same. If your a fan of this movie which most are I would Def pick this up. Chunk's clothes really pop, his flower shirt and his red jacket. There is some grain throughout and the special effects dont hold up that well, but if you love this movie like I do then it can be overlooked.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

Also you can get this for 19.73 shipped and get it in about a week's time. Note that it does come in the thicker BD case

[johnnyknoxsvill]

Picked up a few other movies today most were for my wife.

Baby Mama
Love Guru
Maid of Honor
POTC curse of the black pearl
Sleeping Beauty
Sixth Sense
Blow
For a total of $93.96

[Thorondor 33]

What do you guys think of this Blu-Ray player?
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8551596&st=sharp+blu+ray&lp=1&type=product&cp=1&id=1188561244565

Any feedback on this model?

[JaylisJayP]

I didn't even know Goonies was available...I assume asan import?

[johnnyknoxsvill]

UK import

[Kleptos18]

I want the last hour and a half back.

I just got done watching The Happening. I figured, hey, everyone said Doomsday was horrible and I wasn't that dissapointed in it.

This movie... was just awful. There wasn't one good thing about it. Some of the deaths were kind of cool, but that's it. That's all it had. Marky Mark was ****ING (<--- Capitalized cause it was that bad) horrible. He plays a highschool science teacher, and calls himself a ******bag.

Wow. Just stay away.

[NCStateWolfpack33]

I want the last hour and a half back.

I just got done watching The Happening. I figured, hey, everyone said Doomsday was horrible and I wasn't that dissapointed in it.

This movie... was just awful. There wasn't one good thing about it. Some of the deaths were kind of cool, but that's it. That's all it had. Marky Mark was ****ING (<--- Capitalized cause it was that bad) horrible. He plays a highschool science teacher, and calls himself a ******bag.

Wow. Just stay away.
Ouch, sorry you had to watch this crapfest. I literally thought this was one of the worst movies ever. I guess there is nothing scarrier than.....SPOILER....
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[PrimeBane]

Any feedback on this model?

Spend the extra $100 and get the PS3... seriously.

Or wait until Boxing Day... there should be some pretty fantastic sales on BD players then.

[moviemaniac4]

Yeah it's in a small paper case attached to the front of Blu-ray case. Does me no good. I paid $25 for the with my BB discount which shocked me since it's $10 off.

Paper case ?

sucks....

[grif32]

Been up all night/morning playing Super Mario Galaxy with the little one. She wanted to have a game night which turned in to game night and day. Glad I took the day off. Still havent completed it yet. Probably one of the best games I have played in a long time. So much fun for both of us to play. Hopefully should finish it soon. Need some sleep tho.

I think I am going to some stores looking for some blu's today... Ok time to go and finish this crazy game.

[JaylisJayP]

I still haven't touched Super Mario Galaxy or Super Paper Mario....or Zelda for that matter.

And I still cant' find Beetlejuice in a B&M store anywhere..

[ewto16]

I still haven't touched Super Mario Galaxy or Super Paper Mario....or Zelda for that matter.

And I still cant' find Beetlejuice in a B&M store anywhere..

Do you want me to send BeetleJuice with your cases today? It is $30 plus tax at Best Buy here. I can get it today.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

Ive seen it at Targets around here for $24.99

[cochese75]

Any suggestions on a surround system for around $500??
a friends looking for one and thought id ask the experts here.


:spawnorb:

[ewto16]

Ive seen it at Targets around here for $24.99

I'm going by Best Buy on my way to the post office. Plus, I can see that Best Buy has it in stock in that store. I can't tell at Target.

[vicnsand]

Any feedback on this model?

I've got no feedback on that one, but I recommend this one instead:

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8911396&st=sony+bpd+s350&type=product&id=1216423953707

[Thorondor 33]

Spend the extra $100 and get the PS3... seriously.

Or wait until Boxing Day... there should be some pretty fantastic sales on BD players then.

It is actually a boardie who offered it to me and he said he would sell for less than the listing price. I am not sure how much less, but less nonetheless.

[ewto16]

Any feedback on this model?

That Sharp one stinks. It isn't 2.0 compatable, or at least I didn't see that it was.

Really, if you can't get a PS3, then I would probably get a Sony player. They are the big company behind the whole thing, so they are going to have better players. At least that is what I think.

I still wholly recommend like everyone else that a PS3 is the best player.

[Thorondor 33]

I am not a gamer. I would rather just get a BD player.

And 2.0 compatible? What does that mean? :o

[PrimeBane]

Any suggestions on a surround system for around $500??
a friends looking for one and thought id ask the experts here.

:spawnorb:

Does he want to use it with DVD or Blu-ray? Does he just need speakers or does he need a receiver as well?

[Hanky Panky]

TGIF! :)

[ewto16]

I am not a gamer. I would rather just get a BD player.

And 2.0 compatible? What does that mean? :o

This is a common misconception people have about the PS3. Even if you don't ever use it for games, it is a terrific blu-ray and DVD player. People keep thinking games first, then blu-ray player with it. Really it is a 50/50 split, or some would say blu-ray player that plays PS3 games.

Not to mention you can view photos on it, stream music and other media, plus the PSN video store enables you to have a large selection of on-demand movies and TV shows. No standalone player allows you to do that stuff.

2.0 means it can do all the BD-Live stuff. Personally, I think BD-Live is stupid and stinks, but if you are a person that likes to watch the supplimental stuff and extras that movies come with, it is essential. Basically, all that stuff is interactive on Blu-rays, and you need a 2.0 compatable player to view it.

Most standalone 2.0 players still require that you put a USB stick in a port to give the player the memory that it needs to run the BD-Live content. The PS3 tops this by having a HD built in.

Read other reviews online. Any of them will tell you that it sounds odd, but the PS3 is the best Blu-ray player out there today.

[ewto16]

Any suggestions on a surround system for around $500??
a friends looking for one and thought id ask the experts here.

:spawnorb:

The Onkyo HT6100 is out now. You can get it for around $500. Comes with a great receiver. The speakers are supposedly OK at best, though I haven't heard them in person. Many people on AVSForum are pleased with it.

[Thorondor 33]

This is a common misconception people have about the PS3. Even if you don't ever use it for games, it is a terrific blu-ray and DVD player. People keep thinking games first, then blu-ray player with it. Really it is a 50/50 split, or some would say blu-ray player that plays PS3 games.

Not to mention you can view photos on it, stream music and other media, plus the PSN video store enables you to have a large selection of on-demand movies and TV shows. No standalone player allows you to do that stuff.

2.0 means it can do all the BD-Live stuff. Personally, I think BD-Live is stupid and stinks, but if you are a person that likes to watch the supplimental stuff and extras that movies come with, it is essential. Basically, all that stuff is interactive on Blu-rays, and you need a 2.0 compatable player to view it.

Most standalone 2.0 players still require that you put a USB stick in a port to give the player the memory that it needs to run the BD-Live content. The PS3 tops this by having a HD built in.

Read other reviews online. Any of them will tell you that it sounds odd, but the PS3 is the best Blu-ray player out there today.

Thank you for the explanation. :)

Just got one more question for you. For the extras you talk about, I usually just watch the movie and/or scenes, but now and then I will check out the special features when I bored. Are these extras you talk about different, or the same as the special features?

[PrimeBane]

Same as special features, just a lot more interactive for the most part.

[HollandX]

Tropic Thunder FINALLY announced. Comes out 11/18.

That blu-ray cover is AWESOME... http://www.dvdactive.com/news/releases/tropic-thunder.html

bd cover FTW
director's cut FTW
mtv awards viral video FTW

[ewto16]

Thank you for the explanation. :)

Just got one more question for you. For the extras you talk about, I usually just watch the movie and/or scenes, but now and then I will check out the special features when I bored. Are these extras you talk about different, or the same as the special features?

Yeah, the special features on Blu-rays are typically interactive now. They are what the special features used to be on DVDs. There are still some regular ones that don't have anything special to them, but there is a lot of picture in picture stuff with commentaries now.

Lots of movies seem to have the ability to play the movie and then have other stuff pop-up during the movie too. Usually this stuff shows off some behind the scenes stuff like a storyboard, shows filming, or something like that.

Some of that stuff is actually kind of cool.

[mikedanger]

Tropic Thunder FINALLY announced. Comes out 11/18.

That blu-ray cover is AWESOME... http://www.dvdactive.com/news/releases/tropic-thunder.html

bd cover FTW
director's cut FTW
mtv awards viral video FTW

wow...that's a pretty quik release for a movie that did well in the theaters. they just wanting to get it out for the christmas shopping rush i guess?

[cochese75]

yeah i like that TT cover.

"untie me, i'll suck your &#*$#&$"....hahaha



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[Thorondor 33]

Bane, ewto, thanks for answering my question about the special features. :)

[SBrooks1]

Iron Man kicked ass giving Blu-ray a nice 13% week :eek:

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c279/SBrooks2006/bdsales100508-4c5e04o08.png

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c279/SBrooks2006/bdranking1005-4c5e2pkcd.png

[ewto16]

Only 17% of DVD sales though.....very low in that regard. Though I guess you could look at that as almost 1 out of every 5 people that bought it, got it for Blu-ray. In that sense it seems better.

[PrimeBane]

I believe it could have hit 20%, but PM/DW underestimated demand and several areas sold out of the Iron Man BD very quickly.

Other than the steelbooks the first day, I haven't seen a BD copy of IM on my local store shelves since.

[WingNut 25]

I don't expect great numbers for any BD right now with the economy being so bad. People can't justify the prices.

[oaktown2000]

Also you can get this for 19.73 shipped and get it in about a week's time. Note that it does come in the thicker BD case


From where Johnny?

[JaylisJayP]

Watched Felon last night (from Netflix). I thought the movie was pretty dramatic. Not bad at all. PQ was weird on this one. You could see strong detail in some shots, but it had an overall scrubbed (DNR) look to it...although the grain was still there.

Almost how Harsh Times looked on HD DVD, but not quite as sloppy.

[ewto16]

Dark Knight up for Pre-order.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GZ6QEC?ie=UTF8&tag=psfa-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=1789&creativeASIN=B001GZ6QEC

[Hanky Panky]

Dark Knight up for Pre-order.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GZ6QEC?ie=UTF8&tag=psfa-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=1789&creativeASIN=B001GZ6QEC

Good price at $25.

Gonna hold off for any store exclusive freebies.

[ewto16]

Good price at $25.

Gonna hold off for any store exclusive freebies.

I pre-ordered mine and I'll cancel it if I see something later that makes it worthwhile. Like maybe a deal with it and Batman Begins.

[cflames89]

Tropic Thunder FINALLY announced. Comes out 11/18.

That blu-ray cover is AWESOME... http://www.dvdactive.com/news/releases/tropic-thunder.html

bd cover FTW
director's cut FTW
mtv awards viral video FTW

Damnit, November 18 will be the biggest movie buying day of my freaking life.

[ewto16]

Damnit, November 18 will be the biggest movie buying day of my freaking life.

What else comes out that day?

I saw this at the theater and it was decent, but not that fantastic. I mean I chuckled some times and was entertained, but it isn't something I would watch again.

[cflames89]

I believe it could have hit 20%, but PM/DW underestimated demand and several areas sold out of the Iron Man BD very quickly.

Other than the steelbooks the first day, I haven't seen a BD copy of IM on my local store shelves since.

If you are in Canada, Future Shop's should have a steady supply for the next 2 weeks.

[PrimeBane]

Nov 18th
November 18, 2008
8 Mile (Universal)
Awake (Weinstein)
Blue Streak (Sony)
The Clique (Warner)
Encounters at the End of the World (Image)
Fanboys (Wellspring)
Heathers (Anchor Bay)
Heathers (Limited Edition Locker Set) (Anchor Bay)
Hellboy II: The Golden Army (Universal)
Hellboy II: The Golden Army (3-Disc Collector's Edition) (Universal)
Jeff Dunham 3-Pack (Arguing with Myself, Spark of Insanity, Very Special Christmas Special) (Image)
Jeff Dunham's Very Special Christmas Special (Image)
Jeff Dunham: Arguing with Myself (Image)
Jeff Dunham: Spark of Insanity (Image)
Kitaro (BCI)
The Last Emperor (Criterion Collection)
Lucky Number Slevin (Weinstein)
Mad Money (Anchor Bay)
The Man Who Fell to Earth (Criterion Collection)
MirrorMask (Sony)
National Security (Sony)
Paul McCartney: The Space Within Us (A&E)
Priceless (First Look)
Revolver (Sony)
The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2 (Warner)
Southland Tales (Sony)
The Stendhal Syndrome (Blue Underground)
The Third Man (1949) (The Criterion Collection)
Tropic Thunder (DreamWorks) JUST LISTED!
UFC: Ultimate Comebacks (First Look)
Wall•E (Walt Disney)
The Who: Kilburn 1977 (Image)

[cflames89]

What else comes out that day?

I saw this at the theater and it was decent, but not that fantastic. I mean I chuckled some times and was entertained, but it isn't something I would watch again.

I have never laughed so much in the theater in my entire life. I put this up against Slap Shot and Blazzing Saddles as some of the funniest stuff ever on film, but I will wait to see how it holds up against multiple views.

As for the 18th of November:

Wall-E
A Marvel 3-pack containing Daredevil and both Fantastic Four movies
and more than likely I will pick up Hellboy 2 that day from the week before.

[Mack]

Hellboy, Tropic Thunder, and WallE all on the same day.... ugh :o

[cflames89]

Nov 18th
November 18, 2008
8 Mile (Universal)
Awake (Weinstein)
Blue Streak (Sony)
The Clique (Warner)
Encounters at the End of the World (Image)
Fanboys (Wellspring)
Heathers (Anchor Bay)
Heathers (Limited Edition Locker Set) (Anchor Bay)
Hellboy II: The Golden Army (Universal)
Hellboy II: The Golden Army (3-Disc Collector's Edition) (Universal)
Jeff Dunham 3-Pack (Arguing with Myself, Spark of Insanity, Very Special Christmas Special) (Image)
Jeff Dunham's Very Special Christmas Special (Image)
Jeff Dunham: Arguing with Myself (Image)
Jeff Dunham: Spark of Insanity (Image)
Kitaro (BCI)
The Last Emperor (Criterion Collection)
Lucky Number Slevin (Weinstein)
Mad Money (Anchor Bay)
The Man Who Fell to Earth (Criterion Collection)
MirrorMask (Sony)
National Security (Sony)
Paul McCartney: The Space Within Us (A&E)
Priceless (First Look)
Revolver (Sony)
The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2 (Warner)
Southland Tales (Sony)
The Stendhal Syndrome (Blue Underground)
The Third Man (1949) (The Criterion Collection)
Tropic Thunder (DreamWorks) JUST LISTED!
UFC: Ultimate Comebacks (First Look)
Wall•E (Walt Disney)
The Who: Kilburn 1977 (Image)

PB, where did you get your list from, because every list I have seen, and at work, shows Hellboy 2 on the 11th, not the 18th.

[PrimeBane]

That's from HighDefDigest.com

http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/releasedates.html

[cflames89]

My info is from Blu-ray.com, so who knows.

And also from futureshop.ca

[Mack]

PB, where did you get your list from, because every list I have seen, and at work, shows Hellboy 2 on the 11th, not the 18th.

It is the 11th.... I had to go check to make sure it wasn't delayed for some reason :cool:

[PrimeBane]

Looks like it's a goof on HDD's part... Universal home video says the 11th as well.

http://www.nbcuniversalstore.com/detail.php?p=70417

[grif32]

Wall-e must pick up and I have not seen tropical thunder but looks like rental over a buy.

Little one and I finished Super Mario Galaxy. One of the most amazing games I have played in a long time. Great Great game for any age... Very long game. But lots of fun..

[HollandX]

Tropic Thunder is in the top 5 funniest movies I've ever seen. Probably top 3, if not #1.

[JaylisJayP]

Prime...are you guys getting From Dusk Til Dawn and Sin City on the 21st?

[IceRat]

here was my score today
not a BD but 544 pgs of pure beauty

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41wjxeTylFL._SS500_.jpg

[Mack]

Prime...are you guys getting From Dusk Til Dawn and Sin City on the 21st?

Ooooooooo Sin City :)

[HollandX]

1080p HDTVs are a harder sell than you might think

http://blogs.zdnet.com/home-theater/?p=117

[GoNiners]

hey anyone know anything about the sony BDPS300 blu ray player? Is it good? Will the newer movies(iron man in particular) work with it?

[Kleptos18]

Prime...are you guys getting From Dusk Til Dawn and Sin City on the 21st?

I thought Sin City got pushed back again/

[Thorondor 33]

Went to the only town in LLB that sells a variety of electronics to check on BD players. They had one, a Sony BDPS300 (I am pretty sure) on sale for $500, regular $600. $30/month payments.

I am not wanting to spend that much, but it proved to me I will not find a decent priced BD player in LLB. :o

[moviemaniac4]

So you guys started to buy Blu Ray disc before purchasing the player, or after that ?

I got Master and Commander before investing on the PS3.......and also because it was on sale

[JaylisJayP]

So you guys started to buy Blu Ray disc before purchasing the player, or after that ?

I got Master and Commander before investing on the PS3.......and also because it was on sale

I did buy a couple discs before my first PS3 arrived. X-Men 3 and Kingdom of Heaven.

[grif32]

Went to the only town in LLB that sells a variety of electronics to check on BD players. They had one, a Sony BDPS300 (I am pretty sure) on sale for $500, regular $600. $30/month payments.

I am not wanting to spend that much, but it proved to me I will not find a decent priced BD player in LLB. :o

Honestly just buy a PS3 like so many have stated. Its a no brainer. Also sometimes they run a deal if you open a sony credit card and after your first $299 purchase they will credit you back either $100 or $150. Thats how I bought mine for so cheap.

PS3 loads lightning fast, Zero problems and easy to update. Pretty much Future Prood. I dont understand why people would even consider a BR SA player right now. Better one's will be coming out and at better pricing.

But if you want something now the PS3 is the ONLY player I would tell people about.

[GoNiners]

The BDPS300 is on clearance on target.com for 194.

[GoNiners]

I also saw that we have an Olevia Blu Ray player that is pretty new.

[Thorondor 33]

Honestly just buy a PS3 like so many have stated. Its a no brainer. Also sometimes they run a deal if you open a sony credit card and after your first $299 purchase they will credit you back either $100 or $150. Thats how I bought mine for so cheap.

PS3 loads lightning fast, Zero problems and easy to update. Pretty much Future Prood. I dont understand why people would even consider a BR SA player right now. Better one's will be coming out and at better pricing.

But if you want something now the PS3 is the ONLY player I would tell people about.

Sony Credit Card eh? I'll look into it, thanks!

[JaylisJayP]

The only reason I didn't go the Sony Credit route is that Sony didn't offer an extended warranty. But it's a hell of a deal if that doesn't bother you.

[JaylisJayP]

Haven't bought a blu-ray in 11 days. Starting to get a fever.

[ToightLikeATiger]

Starting to get a fever.

As someone who plays a doctor over the internet I would recommend a prescription of more cowbell :)

[Chugga]

Haven't bought a blu-ray in 11 days. Starting to get a fever.

You didn't get the Happening?

Good for you, I watched it last night and it was bleeeeehh. Remember how they were like "M. Nights first ever R rated movie!!!!", all of the deaths are seen in the trailer. ALL OF THEM.