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

[JaylisJayP]

It's not the first time a review of theirs has been off just to stir up contraversy and add some traffic to the site. You can tell it's fake as hell because they absolutely loved Batman Begins but somehow hate it's impressively superior sequel?

Peter Bracke is usually pretty spot on, and I generally agree with him but I feel like this was just a play to differentiate their site from the rest of the reviewers out there. I still go by a combo of HDD/Rottentomatoes anyways. The other reviewers at HDD can be highly biased, so you need rottentomatoes.

And for me, this bias goes back to something I was saying last year, that these reviewers let their personal opinions of the movie affect their bottom line recommendation for the blu-ray disc way too much.

I mean, I'm not going to DVDTalk for a review on the movie...just tell me how strong the disc is. If they stuck to this, they'd be able to review twice as many blu-ray discs, and maybe include a few more screenshots (like DVDBeaver does) instead of giving us a 12 paragraph rundown of "their take" on the film.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

Some 1-day deals at Fry's

$8.99 titles

Aeon Flux
Trading Places
Flags of our Fathers
The Untouchables

Also both Bonds sets for $37.99 each

[Kevo Head]

Not sure if it is common knowledge yet, but the 160GB PS3 hit my store yesterday. $519.99 up here in Canada with the Dualshock 3 and Uncharted.

If you use the Sony rewards link, you can pick it up for $350.

[Kevo Head]

Some 1-day deals at Fry's

$8.99 titles

Aeon Flux
Trading Places
Flags of our Fathers
The Untouchables

Also both Bonds sets for $37.99 each

Is Goldeneye in one of those sets?

[SBrooks1]

Picked this up last night at Best Buy for $16 with my discount....

http://images.blu-ray.com/movies/covers/2132_medium.jpg

Haven't watched it yet but I have high hopes it's awesome :D

[johnnyknoxsvill]

I have to get my sub repaired :( Damn ferret was hiding out in it. I tested it after wards and noticed that only on extreme bass does it sound good. I tested it with Kung Fu Panda and could notice a huge difference

[Hanky Panky]

At least you don't have a pet gerbil. The places he hides...especially while I'm asleep...

[cochese75]

i bet those Farts have no bass :D




:spawnorb:

[SBrooks1]

At least you don't have a pet gerbil. The places he hides...especially while I'm asleep...

Is your last name Gere? :p

[cochese75]

Yeay man.
$250 PS3:http://blog.us.playstation.com/2008/11/24/get-your-own-playstation-credit-card/
and 5 Blu-Rays upon approval of card:http://www.sonyrewards.com/en/gateway/?offerlink=bluray

thanks

:spawnorb:

[Hanky Panky]

Is your last name Gere? :p

Heheheh...

Btw, Happy Thanksgiving. I'm sooooooooo looking forward to the break, eating some turkey, then taking a massive poodoo the morning after.

[ewto16]

Freedom writers is an OK movie. Think Dangerous Minds or whatever that movie that Coolio wrote the soundtrack for back in the 90s.

[ewto16]

Everyone enjoy the holiday!!

[PrimeBane]

HDMI cables tested again... by Canadians eh :D
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tDw2ZSDzlMw

[PrimeBane]

For those that missed the purple 6 foot HDMI cable, monoprice now has the orange one on sale. :)

http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10240&cs_id=1024008&p_id=3954&seq=1&format=2

[thaderules]

So I still want the CS2 Center Polk Speaker, which is on sale at CC for $85
http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Polk-CS2-Center-Channel-Speaker-CS2/sem/rpsm/oid/93005/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do

Problem is that it's 11.3 inches in depth. Does anyone know where I can get a wall shelf that would fit the dimension? I checked out ikea's site and they don't have one that long. Thanks.

[someguy6000]

For those that missed the purple 6 foot HDMI cable, monoprice now has the orange one on sale. :)

http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10240&cs_id=1024008&p_id=3954&seq=1&format=2
if only my xbox had HDMI

[TheRedOx]

For those that missed the purple 6 foot HDMI cable, monoprice now has the orange one on sale. :)

http://www.monoprice.com/products/product.asp?c_id=102&cp_id=10240&cs_id=1024008&p_id=3954&seq=1&format=2

Nice. I'm miffed because that little 2 port HDMI switch with the remote keeps going up and up, what's the deal there? 2 weeks ago it was $20, last week it was $23, this week it's $27.

[JaylisJayP]

I forgot the X-Files movies were coming out Tuesday, too. Haven't seen the new one...looking forward to Fight to Future, though.

[IceRat]

looks like BB is the only one with Shawshank in their December week 1 ad and at $29.99 ... $10 more than Amazon

I think I'll be passing on this now as reviews haven't noted a great upgrade in PQ from the dvd and despite any AQ upgrade this is a very dialog heavy movie.

[JaylisJayP]

Shawshank is a pass for me. I've seen it way too many times to blow even $20 on it. I'll wait until I want to see it again and it drops to about $12-$13.

[PrimeBane]

HDAddicts.com is closing up shop... it's too bad as they were good for deals every now and then and great for imports, especially for HD DVD during the days of the format war.

[Chugga]

The Shawshank Redemption is one of my top 5 movies of all time, but I absolutely refuse to buy that "book format" crap. I have enough patience to wait for a double dip or re-issue. The week after, two more of my favorite movies of all time come out, so thats not a terrible consolation prize.

[moviemaniac4]

I want some HD turkey.....

All I am getting today is some SD chicken.......

[JaylisJayP]

HDAddicts.com is closing up shop... it's too bad as they were good for deals every now and then and great for imports, especially for HD DVD during the days of the format war.

I bought from them once, and experienced significant delays receiving my movie. They were good for communication, though, and the price was comparable to xploitedcinema (which doesn't do imports anymore either, I believe).

[JaylisJayP]

The Shawshank Redemption is one of my top 5 movies of all time, but I absolutely refuse to buy that "book format" crap. I have enough patience to wait for a double dip or re-issue. The week after, two more of my favorite movies of all time come out, so thats not a terrible consolation prize.

These two, right....

http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/1929/toriamos_livemontreux19911992.html

http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/1690/hortonhearsawho.html

[brew]

Transformers Blu $9.99
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8936896&st=Thanksgiving_999_DVDs_20081128&lp=9&type=product&cp=1&id=1754542

[Kevo Head]

So last night I went into Zia records to get in on some Blu-Ray deals. I ended up getting Casino, The King of New York, American Psycho, The Devil's Rejects, Layer Cake and Eastern Promises for $12 each. New! I also picked up Mad Men season 1 for $17.99, and The Tenacious D masterworks on BD for $10 at BB. My first 8 Blu-Ray movies for $$112!

[PrimeBane]

Gotta love an inexpensive BD haul :D

[Radiation74]

Transformers Blu $9.99
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8936896&st=Thanksgiving_999_DVDs_20081128&lp=9&type=product&cp=1&id=1754542


I saw Transformers HD DVD for 5 and I passed on it. I really didn't enjoy the movie that much to ever watch it again.

[Kevo Head]

Best Buy is having some pretty good Blu-Rays for $17.99. I myself am going with Transformers, Kung Fu Panda and The Departed.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

So last night I went into Zia records to get in on some Blu-Ray deals. I ended up getting Casino, The King of New York, American Psycho, The Devil's Rejects, Layer Cake and Eastern Promises for $12 each. New! I also picked up Mad Men season 1 for $17.99, and The Tenacious D masterworks on BD for $10 at BB. My first 8 Blu-Ray movies for $$112!

Sounds like you got a good Zia Records down there. The ones up here are pretty stingy with their prices.

Also anyone else disapointed with the lack of BF sales?

[Kevo Head]

Sounds like you got a good Zia Records down there. The ones up here are pretty stingy with their prices.

Also anyone else disapointed with the lack of BF sales?

Yeah, I wan't expecting them to have half of the movies I went in there to look for. But as for the BF thing, I found nothing that made me scream OMG like previous years.

[WingNut 25]

Sweet! Got Transformers and Superbad ordered. I will gladly pay the extra $5 (shipping cost) to not stand in line tomorrow.

[TastySweetNutz]

Transformers Blu $9.99
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8936896&st=Thanksgiving_999_DVDs_20081128&lp=9&type=product&cp=1&id=1754542

Damn! I ordered stuff from BB last night and Transformers wasn't available yet.

[ewto16]

I'm waiting on the Transformers double dip that will be coming this summer.

[PrimeBane]

Another Canadian deal (crazy eh?)

$9.99 for Pan's Labrynth at Blockbuster... only good for a few more days as Golden Compass will be $9.99 soon. :)

[SunDevil]

Transformers Blu $9.99
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8936896&st=Thanksgiving_999_DVDs_20081128&lp=9&type=product&cp=1&id=1754542

this was exactly what i was looking for on Black Friday. now i get to sleep in. thanks!!!!

[cochese75]

anyone tell me how the Mitsubishi 60 DLP is??
CC has it for 1k



:spawnorb:

[johnnyknoxsvill]

I have a 57" Mitsu DLP and it has worked great!

[PrimeBane]

The Incredibles is on NBC in HD right now if anyone hasn't seen it... it was on earlier as well.

Looks pretty good so far... hopefully Disney gives it the BD treatment before long. :)

[Kingpen]

I'm waiting on the Transformers double dip that will be coming this summer.what would that be by chance?
:confused:

[PrimeBane]

what would that be by chance?
:confused:

The odds are pretty good that Paramount/Dreamworks will re-release the movie in a special edition format before TF2 comes out in theaters next summer.

[ewto16]

what would that be by chance?
:confused:

The odds are pretty good that Paramount/Dreamworks will re-release the movie in a special edition format before TF2 comes out in theaters next summer.

What PrimeBane said. I just beleive they will double dip. They have already started doing that on other big movies that have a sequal coming out. I think this one just follows the trend.

Seems ripe for the double-dip with included "movie cash" for TF2 in the box and adding on some special features that haven't been seen before. I don't think they will add anything significant, but since I already have it on DVD, I'll just wait.

If nothing else, it will go one sale again around the time TF2 comes out.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

This years Fry's ad really sucks donkey balls. Only a 1 pager with really nothing. I hope no one here was waiting in line for that crap.

[JaylisJayP]

The Incredibles is on NBC in HD right now if anyone hasn't seen it... it was on earlier as well.

Looks pretty good so far... hopefully Disney gives it the BD treatment before long. :)

Give me this and Monsters, Inc. on blu and I'll be happy.

[HollandX]

All 6 Bonds on Blu for $7.90 each plus other great deals!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/ref=amb_link_82797351_1?ie=UTF8&docId=1000300361&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=right-1&pf_rd_r=1WNK19CTJZYYQFR1Q0QH&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=464745931&pf_rd_i=193640011&tag=blurayforum-20

[johnnyknoxsvill]

Picked up a few BD's today.

Frys
Die Hard Trilogy $37
Planet Earth $37
Mummy $9

Zia Records
Belly $17
Trading Places $12

My Guy
Master & Commander
The Strangers
Indy
Iron Man
Hulk
Hanco c k
Fred Clause
Shrek the terd

WM
Resident Evil Apol. $9
Kung Fu $15
Transformers x2 $10

Also gonna hit up BB in a bit to see if I can still get Supernatural S3 for $23

[grif32]

Picked up a few BD's today.

Frys
Die Hard Trilogy $37
Planet Earth $37
Mummy $9

Zia Records
Belly $17
Trading Places $12

My Guy
Master & Commander
The Strangers
Indy
Iron Man
Hulk
Hanco c k
Fred Clause
Shrek the terd

WM
Resident Evil Apol. $9
Kung Fu $15
Transformers x2 $10

Also gonna hit up BB in a bit to see if I can still get Supernatural S3 for $23

CC and amazon had Trading places for $8.95. Some nice pick ups..

[johnnyknoxsvill]

All the CC are closing by me. Just got back from BB and was able to get 1 copy os Supernatural for $23. I went over to another one to pick up the last 2 copies they had so I could offer those up here for cost but the store manager wouldnt price match since the web site said out of stock.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

Hey Chris, I never heard back from you on if you ever got the Set-up mic back?

[grif32]

Hey Chris, I never heard back from you on if you ever got the Set-up mic back?

Yes sorry... I didnt know I had it until 2 days ago when the fianace told me about it :(.

thx

[bigcheez99]

Can anyone recommend a Blu Ray player with USB or SD Card slot playback capabilites to play movies, videos, mp3's? The cheaper the better

Thanks in advance!

[Kevo Head]

So I go into the stores I wanted to pick up any deals at, around 2:45. I leave with everything I wanted, plus some extras. I feel bad for the poor shmoes who waited outside for hours, to ge tthe same deals I got 10 hours later. I have a quick questions though. In the Walmart ad, it shows Blu-Rays for $14.99, and underneath it says many more titles available, but none of the employees knew what they were. Can anyone help me on the unadvertised BD's?

[cflames89]

So, I got three free Blus today, Hitch, Surf's Up and Casino Royale.

[HollandX]

Can anyone recommend a Blu Ray player with USB or SD Card slot playback capabilites to play movies, videos, mp3's? The cheaper the better

Thanks in advance!

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[IceRat]

Free Microfiber cleaning cloth and solution from Digital Innovations

http://digitalinnovations.com/Merchant5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=DI&Product_Code=6070100&Category_Code=CleanDr

fyi... site is brutally slow
no need to enter any credit card info (just leave blank) ... US shipping only
though my plasma doesn't recommend using such solutions

[JaylisJayP]

So I go into the stores I wanted to pick up any deals at, around 2:45. I leave with everything I wanted, plus some extras. I feel bad for the poor shmoes who waited outside for hours, to ge tthe same deals I got 10 hours later. I have a quick questions though. In the Walmart ad, it shows Blu-Rays for $14.99, and underneath it says many more titles available, but none of the employees knew what they were. Can anyone help me on the unadvertised BD's?

I don't know if the deal is still going on through the weekend, but a couple other ones were Sunshine, There Will Be Blood and Miami Vice.

[Spawnomite]

I'm thinking about buying this TV. What do you think? And don't worry about that price, I'm gonna get it for much less. :D

Sony - BRAVIA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Model: KDL-42V4100 | SKU: 8828726
$1,499.99

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8828726&type=product&id=1207957070612

[johnnyknoxsvill]

Its a good TV but your throwing away money by getting a 1080P tv at that size. You can save a few hundred if you go 720p. It might be too big but you could go with this one as everyone has recomended it

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=9093303&type=product&id=1218020986624

[JaylisJayP]

I'm thinking about buying this TV. What do you think? And don't worry about that price, I'm gonna get it for much less. :D

Sony - BRAVIA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Model: KDL-42V4100 | SKU: 8828726
$1,499.99

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8828726&type=product&id=1207957070612

1080p + 42" = waste of money. Get 720p and/or upgrade in size.

[Tanner2126]

1080p + 42" = waste of money. Get 720p and/or upgrade in size.

Can you just give a reason for this, cause my aunt wants to buy a tv for my cousin and she was gonna get him a 1080 32'' for Christmas.

[littlejacque25]

Can you just give a reason for this, cause my aunt wants to buy a tv for my cousin and she was gonna get him a 1080 32'' for Christmas.

You aren't able to see a difference between 1080 and 720 on a tv that small. Get a 720 and save a few hundred.

[Tanner2126]

You aren't able to see a difference between 1080 and 720 on a tv that small. Get a 720 and save a few hundred.

Thank you. Ill tell that to my uncle tomorrow

[johnnyknoxsvill]

Picked up a few more titles from Fry's

Prison Break S1 &3 $29.99 each
Sarah Conner Chronicles S1 $14.99
Coming to America $9
Rudy $9
MIB $9
Jerry Magiure $9

[littlejacque25]

Picked up a few more titles from Fry's

Prison Break S1 &3 $29.99 each
Sarah Conner Chronicles S1 $14.99
Coming to America $9
Rudy $9
MIB $9
Jerry Magiure $9

For having a "donkey ball sucking" ad, you sure have picked up alot from Fry's.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

For having a "donkey ball sucking" ad, you sure have picked up alot from Fry's.

I was pissed cause the ad I got thrus and fri sucked. You had to go in to the store to see what deals they had. I figured they didnt have any BD sales this year:o

[HollandX]

All 6 Bonds on Blu for $7.90 each plus other great deals!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/ref=amb_link_82797351_1?ie=UTF8&docId=1000300361&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=right-1&pf_rd_r=1WNK19CTJZYYQFR1Q0QH&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=464745931&pf_rd_i=193640011&tag=blurayforum-20

Price drop.

All six Bonds come out to $6.66 each now.

[HollandX]

Firefly complete series
http://video.barnesandnoble.com/DVD/...3533696/?itm=2

Members:
$44.99 - Membership Discount - 15% Coupon Y7L8H9H = $34.42 + tax

Non-Members:
$44.99 - 15% Coupon M8H7N3F = $38.24 + tax

Free shipping, AND you can use Live Cashback for 12% back.

[Spawnomite]

1080p + 42" = waste of money. Get 720p and/or upgrade in size.I thought a 1080p even at 42" would still be better than a 720p? Does it make a difference with Blu-Ray movies?

[HollandX]

Nah. 50" is pretty much the common minimum for any benefit of 1080p goodness. and even that's debatable.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

Is there only seasons 6 & 7 of Smallville on BD or is S5 also on BD?

[Spawnomite]

Nah. 50" is pretty much the common minimum for any benefit of 1080p goodness. and even that's debatable.So it's okay to get a 720p at 42" even with the intent to watch Blu-Ray movies?

[HollandX]

So it's okay to get a 720p at 42" even with the intent to watch Blu-Ray movies?

Yeah. Feel comfortable in your purchase. :)

[Spawnomite]

Yeah. Feel comfortable in your purchase. :)
Then how come all the TV's by Sony that are 42" or bigger are 1080p. All the 720p versions are 32" or smaller. I thought 1080p would be the way to go because of Blu-Ray?

[vicnsand]

Then how come all the TV's by Sony that are 42" or bigger are 1080p. All the 720p versions are 32" or smaller. I thought 1080p would be the way to go because of Blu-Ray?

What some of the guys are getting at is that the clarity of 1080p is more noticeable on tvs 50" and over, and less (if even) distinguishable on tvs under that size. Thus, if you are getting a 42" then 720p (1080i) is all you really need, even for Blu-ray.

[Kevo Head]

I don't know if the deal is still going on through the weekend, but a couple other ones were Sunshine, There Will Be Blood and Miami Vice.

Thanks...I really wish Wal-folk knew what the hell they were doing.

[JaylisJayP]

So it's okay to get a 720p at 42" even with the intent to watch Blu-Ray movies?

Yes...in fact, I have a 50" plasma and a 62" dlp and they're both 720p. Every time I buy or think about getting a new TV, I happily decide to take the extra few hundred bucks that I would've spent on the 1080p and upgrade the size I'm looking at by 6-8".

[JaylisJayP]

Price drop.

All six Bonds come out to $6.66 each now.

Thank you for posting this...I just canceled an order I placed earlier today on 3 movies and reordered them and saved $12. They hadn't shipped yet, but Amazon no longer does that 30-day price match, so I figured that was the only way to do it.

[SBrooks1]

Figures after I buy that killer Bond deal on Amazon for both sets they drop to $6.66 each in separate Blu-ray cases which I would rather have. Anyone want the box sets and want to trade? :(

[RAIDEN6]

Hey does anyone remember that one site where if you "learned about Blu-Ray" you get a free movie? It was for companies and/or stores. Did anyone ever receive their movie?

[SBrooks1]

Hey does anyone remember that one site where if you "learned about Blu-Ray" you get a free movie? It was for companies and/or stores. Did anyone ever receive their movie?

It used to be this site - http://www.blurayvt.com/mainPortal.php?page=home - but it looks like they don't give away a Blu-ray now. Looks like a contest with monthly winners now.

[oaktown2000]

I don't understand where everyone is getting the Bonds for $6.66

I'm seeing them for $17.49 each. All six will run $104.94. Minus the $50 discount = $54.94....which equals $9.16 each :confused:

[wibubba]

I'm thinking about buying this TV. What do you think? And don't worry about that price, I'm gonna get it for much less. :D

Sony - BRAVIA 42" 1080p Flat-Panel LCD HDTV
Model: KDL-42V4100 | SKU: 8828726
$1,499.99

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8828726&type=product&id=1207957070612

I got the same, exact same, one for a wedding gift in October. LOVE it. Great picture and sound. I don't have a blu ray player hooked up to it...yet. But the Wii looks great on it. And regular DVD's look fabulous.

One little problem with the contrast changing depending on the image on screen...but that's it. Otherwise it's a great tv.

[grif32]

Great deal on Polks R50's at fry's

http://shop3.frys.com/product/4005092

[grif32]

I don't understand where everyone is getting the Bonds for $6.66

I'm seeing them for $17.49 each. All six will run $104.94. Minus the $50 discount = $54.94....which equals $9.16 each :confused:

I think the deal is dead now on amazon

[JaylisJayP]

Hey does anyone remember that one site where if you "learned about Blu-Ray" you get a free movie? It was for companies and/or stores. Did anyone ever receive their movie?

I never did. I did the entire thing and picked Chicken Little, but it never came.

[IceRat]

Hey does anyone remember that one site where if you "learned about Blu-Ray" you get a free movie? It was for companies and/or stores. Did anyone ever receive their movie?
yep, got mine (Deja Vu) and exchanged it at the store for something else

[IceRat]

Target BD mask packaging $29.99
http://www.jbhifionline.com.au/productimages/MEDIUM/DVSY23180.jpg

[JaylisJayP]

Figures that Amazon sale (limited to only 33 titles) would actually be the best deal for me and the titles I don't already have during this holiday shopping season so far. I just upped my order total to 6 movies....and after the $50 discount and super saver shipping, the total was $57.

I can't believe they actually lowered the prices for this deal, too. Usually it's the other way around. These are the types of sales where you can "take a chance" on a movie...for $9 each, you can't go wrong.

[IceRat]

extra $10 above Target for a choice of 2 ugly replica masks

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n46/Zip3kx07/07.jpg

[grif32]

Hey does anyone remember that one site where if you "learned about Blu-Ray" you get a free movie? It was for companies and/or stores. Did anyone ever receive their movie?

Yeap got mine. Chicken little.

[grif32]

Sears having a pretty good sale on some BR's starting tomorrow.

http://forums.highdefdigest.com/attachments/blu-ray-bargains/1902d1228005034-19-99-sears-han****-wanted-prince-caspian-hellboy-ii-img_1415.jpg

[HollandX]

I don't understand where everyone is getting the Bonds for $6.66

I'm seeing them for $17.49 each. All six will run $104.94. Minus the $50 discount = $54.94....which equals $9.16 each :confused:

You get another $15 off if you get all 6 bonds together. They've had that deal for a while.

That makes it $39.94 for all 6. Add them to your cart and you'll see. :)

I think the deal is dead now on amazon

Still loads here. :) http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html?ie=UTF8&plgroup=1&docId=1000300361&plpage=1

[grif32]

You get another $15 off if you get all 6 bonds together. They've had that deal for a while.

That makes it $39.94 for all 6. Add them to your cart and you'll see. :)



Still loads here. :) http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html?ie=UTF8&plgroup=1&docId=1000300361&plpage=1

Guess so.. Thats a sick deal..

[PrimeBane]

Great deal on Polks R50's at fry's

http://shop3.frys.com/product/4005092

Hot damn! I can only dream of such sales in the Great White North. :(

[HollandX]

Godfather Trilogy: $42 @ Best Buy.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8935058&st=BluRay_DVDs_20081130&lp=5&type=product&cp=1&id=1888721

[HollandX]

6 more Bonds announced for BD in March.

Goldfinger
Diamonds Are Forever
The Spy Who Loved Me
License To Kill
GoldenEye
The World Is Not Enough

[NCStateWolfpack33]

Godfather Trilogy: $42 @ Best Buy.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8935058&st=BluRay_DVDs_20081130&lp=5&type=product&cp=1&id=1888721
Thanks for posting that, as soon as I read it I snagged it.

[IceRat]

Iron Man, Kung Fu Panda, Indiana Jones 4 - 15.49 each @ amazon for anyone that missed the Friday pricing and that still cares

[HollandX]

Godfather Trilogy: $42 @ Best Buy.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8935058&st=BluRay_DVDs_20081130&lp=5&type=product&cp=1&id=1888721

Same at Amazon, too, now.

http://www.amazon.com/Godfather-Coppola-Restoration-Giftset-Blu-ray/dp/B000NTPDSW/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=dvd&qid=1228091062&sr=8-1

That makes it $8 cheaper than the DVD set. lol.

[grif32]

Watched Huld (Ed norton) on BR. Great movie. AQ = 5. PQ I thought was not great. It was maybe 4/5.

Really enjoyed this flick. First time I watched it.

[JaylisJayP]

6 more Bonds announced for BD in March.

Goldfinger
Diamonds Are Forever
The Spy Who Loved Me
License To Kill
GoldenEye
The World Is Not Enough

Awesome....I'll probably get all of these come March

[JaylisJayP]

Watched a couple tonight.

Appleseed again...still love this movie.

Universal Soldier. 4 for PQ. 3.5 for AQ. 1 for dialogue.

"You're discharged....Sarge."

[WingNut 25]

Hey boys. Need your 2 cents. I'm in the market for a receiver and just saw this:

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0015S8PGW/ref=nosim/panandscathed-20

Is that a good one to jump on for $319?

What about the Polk speakers posted at Fry's and the center speaker posted earlier from Circuit City? All good buys?

[grif32]

Hey boys. Need your 2 cents. I'm in the market for a receiver and just saw this:

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0015S8PGW/ref=nosim/panandscathed-20

Is that a good one to jump on for $319?

What about the Polk speakers posted at Fry's and the center speaker posted earlier from Circuit City? All good buys?

All very good buys.

[WingNut 25]

Well all the speakers are showing out of stock. Is there a better receiver you guys can recommend?

[Moe Szyslak]

I've been looking at that receiver all weekend.....I will also need speakers.
I read an article that explained how little power that receiver actually had, but look at all the people who love it. I'll trust them over a single article.

[Spawnomite]

Well folks, I deceided to get a different TV than that Sony one. I got a 42" Philips LCD Full HD 1080p HDTV. It was $800. I'm watching it right now and very pleased with it. The setup was simple and it automatically picked up 15 HD Channels already. :D

http://www.samsclub.com/shopping/navigate.do?dest=5&item=412731&pCatg=5883

http://img412.imageshack.us/img412/8563/1007501oa3.jpg
http://img75.imageshack.us/img75/1603/1007516af8.jpg
http://img209.imageshack.us/img209/5848/1007531jm5.jpg

[WingNut 25]

The scores aren't great but the reviews seem positive. I've just got a 56" Samsung DLP, PS3, Xbox 360,, HD DVD add on and DirectTV. I just want to find a damn solid receiver to get my system heading in the right direction. If there is a better option for a receiver than I'm all ears from you audio-philes.

[Moe Szyslak]

Well considering the the Onkyo s706 is $200 more than the 606 and the only difference is 10w of power.
I was also looking at Yamahas that cost around $500 that didnt have the features the 606 had. Im no audiophile, but I also researched IGN and they all pointed to the 606.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

Also check out Harmon Kardon as those are very good AVR's as well

[Moe Szyslak]

Some guys on another board recommended these speakers for the 606

http://www.amazon.com/Onkyo-SKS-HT540-Channel-Theater-Speaker/dp/B000GU78Z4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1224555883&sr=1-1

[PrimeBane]

I'd jump on the Onkyo 606 like a fat kid on a cheeseburger at that price... it will run hot, but feature for feature, you won't find a better receiver in that price range IMO.

[WingNut 25]

I'd jump on the Onkyo 606 like a fat kid on a cheeseburger at that price... it will run hot, but feature for feature, you won't find a better receiver in that price range IMO.

What speakers do you recommend with it?

[PrimeBane]

What's your budget? Do you want to start at 5.1 or hop right to 7.1? Are you in a house or apartment? How big is the room?

[PrimeBane]

A heads up to my Canadian brothers... it appears as though Walmart has found some old stock of the 80GB Metal Gear Solid PS3 bundles. This is pretty much your last chance to get the good hardware config (including backwards compatibility, 4 USB ports, etc) unless Sony re-adds them again in the future.

$499

[WingNut 25]

What's your budget? Do you want to start at 5.1 or hop right to 7.1? Are you in a house or apartment? How big is the room?

Well since I'm into HD I may as well go right to 7.1. I'm going to pull the trigger on that receiver so that will be my starting point. I'll be moving into a new place next year (my roommate is getting married and he owns the house) so right now my space is TBD, but I can guarantee it'll be bigger than what I have currently.

[freezerfuel]

Well folks, I deceided to get a different TV than that Sony one. I got a 42" Philips LCD Full HD 1080p HDTV. It was $800. I'm watching it right now and very pleased with it. The setup was simple and it automatically picked up 15 HD Channels already. :D

http://www.samsclub.com/shopping/navigate.do?dest=5&item=412731&pCatg=5883

http://img412.imageshack.us/img412/8563/1007501oa3.jpg
http://img75.imageshack.us/img75/1603/1007516af8.jpg
http://img209.imageshack.us/img209/5848/1007531jm5.jpg


As opposed to a 'Partial HD' LCD?

:D Just kidding, now enjoy!

[PrimeBane]

Well since I'm into HD I may as well go right to 7.1. I'm going to pull the trigger on that receiver so that will be my starting point. I'll be moving into a new place next year (my roommate is getting married and he owns the house) so right now my space is TBD, but I can guarantee it'll be bigger than what I have currently.

I'd suggest starting with a 5.1 set... these energy ones are quite nice and I can personally vouch for them.
http://www.amazon.com/Energy-Classic-Entertainment-System-Black/dp/B001202C44/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1228105698&sr=1-1

Then I'd add two energy towers to the front (it's best to match brands). The RC-30s seem pretty nice. (comes in different finishes)
http://www.amazon.com/Energy-RC-30-3-Way-Floorstanding-Speaker/dp/B001BYAYP0/ref=sr_1_18?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1228105930&sr=1-18

I believe you should be able to find both items for less than the listed Amazon prices.

[WingNut 25]

Well unless I can find a spectacular deal, that is much more than I'd like to spend.

[PrimeBane]

That's why I saw start with a 5.1 setup... the majority of BDs still have a 5.1 track, so there's not huge rush to go to 7.1 just yet.

Check these ones out... Polk makes pretty good speakers. :)
http://www.amazon.com/Polk-Audio-Channel-Theater-Speaker/dp/B0002WTK4S/ref=pd_bbs_sr_6?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1228106892&sr=8-6

[WingNut 25]

http://www.amazon.com/Onkyo-SKS-HT540-Channel-Theater-Speaker/dp/B000GU78Z4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1224555883&sr=1-1

Any thoughts on this PB?

[PrimeBane]

Not bad... they won't be great for music, but should get the job done for movies and games. :)

The price is nice too... and it's something you'll you got your money's worth if you decided to upgrade in 5 to 10 years.

[grif32]

http://www.amazon.com/Onkyo-SKS-HT540-Channel-Theater-Speaker/dp/B000GU78Z4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1224555883&sr=1-1

Any thoughts on this PB?

Onkyo makes HORRIBLE speakers. I would not buy that. There Sub's are really bad.

[grif32]

Harmony 880 Remote BRAND NEW $79.00 from amazon

http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Harmony-Advanced-Universal-Control/dp/B00093IIRA/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?tag=slickdeals&ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1228118923&sr=8-1

Thats a crazy deal on this great remote.

[JaylisJayP]

Watched Tropic Thunder last night with my wife. This is the first movie I got from Netflix that I actually wish I had blind bought. We thought it was great. I was entertained the whole way through.

[cochese75]

Harmony 880 Remote BRAND NEW $79.00 from amazon

http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Harmony-Advanced-Universal-Control/dp/B00093IIRA/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?tag=slickdeals&ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1228118923&sr=8-1

Thats a crazy deal on this great remote.

i think im going to jump on this.
On sundays i have to use 4 different controls to watch Football. :o:mad:




:spawnorb:

[Hanky Panky]

Watched Tropic Thunder last night with my wife. This is the first movie I got from Netflix that I actually wish I had blind bought. We thought it was great. I was entertained the whole way through.

Yeah, Downey Jr. was totally hilarious in this movie.

I snagged this badboy when Best Buy offered it with a free booty sweat t-shirt. :)

[SBrooks1]

Tom Cruise stole the show in Tropic Thunder. If it wasn't for him I would have thought it sucked.

[Hanky Panky]

Tom Cruise stole the show in Tropic Thunder. If it wasn't for him I would have thought it sucked.

He was a total surprise as well for playing someone so out of his character. I'm not a fan of Ben Stiller so you are correct. Without Cruise and Downey, I would not recommend this movie otherwise.

Night at the Museum was probably the last movie I watched with Stiller and it was atrocious.

[SBrooks1]

He was a total surprise as well for playing someone so out of his character. I'm not a fan of Ben Stiller so you are correct. Without Cruise and Downey, I would not recommend this movie otherwise.

Night at the Museum was probably the last movie I watched with Stiller and it was atrocious.

The thing with Ben Stiller is he always plays the same character. Goofy big hearted guy who always gets crapped on and comes back at the end and everyone ends up liking him.

[Hanky Panky]

The thing with Ben Stiller is he always plays the same character. Goofy big hearted guy who always gets crapped on and comes back at the end and everyone ends up liking him.

True...he does get typecasted as they say.

I remember watching bits and pieces of Along Came Polly on tv one day, and it was essentially the same character. And the fact that he won Jennifer Aniston's heart in the end only illustrates the fantasy ending that is hollywood. With his looks, there's no way in hell someone like her would even chance it...lol.

[ewto16]

Sears having a pretty good sale on some BR's starting tomorrow.

http://forums.highdefdigest.com/attachments/blu-ray-bargains/1902d1228005034-19-99-sears-han****-wanted-prince-caspian-hellboy-ii-img_1415.jpg

Can you post the image? I can't see it.

[HollandX]

Amazon Cyber Monday-

A few deals… not as good as Friday.

Some of note:

Band of Brothers- $44
Rambo 1-3- $17.95 total.
Rambo 4- $17.95
Top Gun- $11.99

[ewto16]

Iron Man, Kung Fu Panda, Indiana Jones 4 - 15.49 each @ amazon for anyone that missed the Friday pricing and that still cares

I don't see this online at Amazon?

[ewto16]

Does anyone know if Gone With the Wind is out on BD? I got my parents a Blu-ray player for Christmas (Sony BDP-350) and that is my Mom's favorite movie of all time.

[cochese75]

True...he does get typecasted as they say.

I remember watching bits and pieces of Along Came Polly on tv one day, and it was essentially the same character. And the fact that he won Jennifer Aniston's heart in the end only illustrates the fantasy ending that is hollywood. With his looks, there's no way in hell someone like her would even chance it...lol.

hey Christine Taylors pretty hot
http://www.nypost.com/gossip/celebp/06272007/photo01.jpg



:spawnorb:

[PrimeBane]

Does anyone know if Gone With the Wind is out on BD? I got my parents a Blu-ray player for Christmas (Sony BDP-350) and that is my Mom's favorite movie of all time.

Not out.

I busted open the 350 I got for my dad to update the firmware... it's a nice little player I have to say. I may get one for myself if the price goes below $200 in Canada. :)

[Hanky Panky]

hey Christine Taylors pretty hot
http://www.nypost.com/gossip/celebp/06272007/photo01.jpg

Christine Taylor is hot...and also smart to marry a director who cast her in one of his films.

[SBrooks1]

Christine Taylor is hot...and also smart to marry a director who cast her in one of his films.

He's cast her in more than 1 of his films. Hell, she had a 30 second spot in Tropic Thunder. I rolled my eyes when I saw her.

[Mack]

Any good deals on BD players? Have a friend of mine that's looking to get one to complement his Black Friday purchase :cool:

[HollandX]

Silence of the Lambs tapped for March 3!

[HollandX]

For those of you who gotta have a standalone BD player.

$75 off select BD players when you buy 4 select Warner movies.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/ref=amb_link_82784231_1?ie=UTF8&docId=1000312251&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=special-offers-3&pf_rd_r=1QVHF28KM8WBCJ4P66YY&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_p=464439971&pf_rd_i=B001CC7PK8&tag=blurayforum-20

It's better than buying and not getting $75 off. :)

Don't forget to apply the coupon code SAVEBD75 at checkout.

[Lord Magneto]

Harmony 880 Remote BRAND NEW $79.00 from amazon

http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Harmony-Advanced-Universal-Control/dp/B00093IIRA/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?tag=slickdeals&ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1228118923&sr=8-1

Thats a crazy deal on this great remote.

wow that is a great deal for that remote... im passing that over to my wife... hopefully she will pick it up for me for xmas.

[HollandX]

tell her not to snooze. amazon is so wacky with their on-the-fly pricing.

[Hanky Panky]

He's cast her in more than 1 of his films. Hell, she had a 30 second spot in Tropic Thunder. I rolled my eyes when I saw her.

Oh yeah...almost forgot about that appearance. She's not a bad looker as I liked her in Wedding Singer, but she's definitely not with Stiller for his looks.

[IceRat]

Planet Earth
Sig Weaver version 34.99 @ discoverystore
http://shopping.discovery.com/product-65763.html?hp=HPA_Right_DVDBestSellers-PlanetEarthDVDSet

use code EML2008 to knock $5 off and save on shipping

$36 shipped

[ewto16]

Not out.

I busted open the 350 I got for my dad to update the firmware... it's a nice little player I have to say. I may get one for myself if the price goes below $200 in Canada. :)

Bummer. :(

Good call on the firware update. I should do that for my parents too.

I wish I could have gotten them a PS3 for the player, but they are too old and impossible to convince that it was the best BD player. At least the Sony one has gotten the best reviews of the standalones.

Does the Sony take a USB stick to play BD-Live content? If so, do you know what size it needs?

[ewto16]

Weak Cyber Monday deals....

[IceRat]

Weak Cyber Monday deals....
agree
one would think the largest internet retailer (Amazon) would have come with some big new deals ..... yawn

[PrimeBane]

Does the Sony take a USB stick to play BD-Live content? If so, do you know what size it needs?

Any USB stick "should" work... however, some have not been read properly by the player. Apparently the Sony ones work just fine.

[Tuckertank]

I'm thinking about picking up Wanted, Step Brothers, and X-Files tomm as blind buys. Anybody have strong opionions either way on these? thanks!

[IceRat]

I'm thinking about picking up Wanted, Step Brothers, and X-Files tomm as blind buys. Anybody have strong opionions either way on these? thanks!
I would buy those too if I were blind ;):p

[PrimeBane]

I hear Wanted is worth a look... the other two look like rentals IMO.

[HollandX]

Wanted was terrible but a good popcorn flick when you're the mood, and don't remember the Matrix.

[Lord Magneto]

tell her not to snooze. amazon is so wacky with their on-the-fly pricing.

yea I was about to buy it for myself but i think i'm going to pass on it for now... it's $80 i should be using to pay on a CC

[cochese75]

i just ordered the Harmony 880 Remote.
Hope its easy to figure out :(




:spawnorb:

[PrimeBane]

It's dirt easy cochese75 :)

It's all wizard based on your computer. And their support is pretty good as well if you run into problems.

[ewto16]

Any USB stick "should" work... however, some have not been read properly by the player. Apparently the Sony ones work just fine.

What size does it need? 2GB, 4GB, 16GB, or more?

[ewto16]

I'm thinking about picking up Wanted, Step Brothers, and X-Files tomm as blind buys. Anybody have strong opionions either way on these? thanks!

Wanted - I've heard it is OK for mindless action.
Step-brothers - Like every other Will Ferrel movie.
X-files - Heard this was terrible, even if you are a fan.

[Hanky Panky]

I think Angelina's buttock shot is worth a viewing in the book of Hanky.

[cochese75]

It's dirt easy cochese75 :)

It's all wizard based on your computer. And their support is pretty good as well if you run into problems.

cool
i'll be looking for you on 12/8 :o:D


:spawnorb:

[ewto16]

I was thinking about getting the 880 for my parents. Now that they are going to have a new TV, BD player and cable box, I think they might like one. However, if I hold off, I might be able to get that for a gift for something else.

Plus, I'm not sure if they would really use it and I'd have to program it, which I don't want to deal with.

[PrimeBane]

What size does it need? 2GB, 4GB, 16GB, or more?

Not sure to tell you the truth... I imagine any of those would work just fine.

cool
i'll be looking for you on 12/8 :o:D


:spawnorb:

Sounds good... grif32 or HollandX could probably give you a hand as well as they both own one. :)

[ewto16]

Not sure to tell you the truth... I imagine any of those would work just fine.



I thought it might have mentioned a required size in the manual.

[PrimeBane]

I haven't read the manual yet... but I read the information might be on page 50 or so. :)

[ewto16]

I haven't read the manual yet... but I read the information might be on page 50 or so. :)

Yeesh...50 pages on how to use a BD-player?

[cflames89]

I hear Wanted is worth a look... the other two look like rentals IMO.

I was not impressed with Wanted when I saw it in the summer.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

I'm thinking about picking up Wanted, Step Brothers, and X-Files tomm as blind buys. Anybody have strong opionions either way on these? thanks!

If you got yesterdays paper, grab the Sears ad, as they have Wanted for $19.99 along with Hanc o c k and 2 other titles.

[PrimeBane]

Wanted was terrible but a good popcorn flick when you're the mood, and don't remember the Matrix.

I was not impressed with Wanted when I saw it in the summer.

Interesting... I heard nothing but good things about the film.

cflames, any word on what the DK steelbook is going to sell for next week?

[cflames89]

Interesting... I heard nothing but good things about the film.

cflames, any word on what the DK steelbook is going to sell for next week?

Not yet. I should get the flyer tomorrow so I will know then.

[PrimeBane]

Sounds good :)

Also, is there any truth to the rumor that FS is carrying a steelbook Blu-ray of Wanted... I've read this rumor online just now. I know they have a DVD steelbook, but there's no BD one listed.

I know Amazon.co.uk has one
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Wanted-Limited-Steel-Book-Blu-ray/dp/B001DXBUB6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=dvd&qid=1227881887&sr=1-1&tag=bluraycom-21

[cflames89]

Sounds good :)

Also, is there any truth to the rumor that FS is carrying a steelbook Blu-ray of Wanted... I've read this rumor online just now. I know they have a DVD steelbook, but there's no BD one listed.

I know Amazon.co.uk has one
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Wanted-Limited-Steel-Book-Blu-ray/dp/B001DXBUB6/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=dvd&qid=1227881887&sr=1-1&tag=bluraycom-21

Just the DVD as far as I have seen. Even the flyer just lists the DVD.

[PrimeBane]

Yeah, that's all I saw in the flyer too... I'm tempted to order it from the UK, but I need to find out if it's region free or not and no one seems to know yet.

[Moe Szyslak]

what about these POLK SPEAKERS??? ANY THOUGHTS?

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/B0002WTK4S/ref=ord_cart_shr?%5Fencoding=UTF8&m=A2A0CZG0007A9F&v=glance

[WingNut 25]

Onkyo makes HORRIBLE speakers. I would not buy that. There Sub's are really bad.

Really? It got nothing but great reviews online. Is there something comparable you'd recommend?

[JaylisJayP]

One more reminder for everyone....Immortal comes out tomorrow. This is my winter-release Dark City. :)

Still $11.99 at Amazon.

[Chugga]

What's it about and why should I care? I'm going to need a better sales pitch

[HollandX]

he did use a smiley face

[HollandX]

21 and The Water Horse.. $15 each at Amazon

[HollandX]

P.C. Richard has the Harmony 550 for $49.97 with free shipping and no tax (to most states).

http://www.pcrichard.com/catalog/product.jsp?modelNo=HARMONY550

[civictyperboy]

X-Files was alright...it was nothing like the first movie or the show, I would say rental at best

[grif32]

I'm thinking about picking up Wanted, Step Brothers, and X-Files tomm as blind buys. Anybody have strong opionions either way on these? thanks!

Wanted was sooooooooooooooooooooooooooo bad.

[grif32]

Really? It got nothing but great reviews online. Is there something comparable you'd recommend?

I owned the Onkyo spearkers and upgraded to Polk and it was night and day.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

I went ahead and ordered the Wanted Steelbook from the UK. I hope its region free. Also Prime I got the Transformers for you LMK when you want me to send it or if i can use that towards the DK steelbook to get some $$ off.

[WingNut 25]

I owned the Onkyo spearkers and upgraded to Polk and it was night and day.

Is the Polk RM6750 a good system? The reviews are very strong.

[HollandX]

Yes. I have them. They're very nice. Just don't get thick cable. The holes in the back are quite tiny. :(

[Kleptos18]

so i finally got around to getting the new xbox live update tonite.

the netflix integrations is AWESOME.

I watched The Lookout tonite and it was great. streamed perfectly (not hd but still good quality) and then tried out Heroes in full HD. Looked just as good if not better than regular cable. I can see myself using this alot. I'll be able to check out weeks finally and some other things I didn't want to pay for

I mean, i guess i'm still paying for it but it doesn't feel like it :)

[WingNut 25]

Yes. I have them. They're very nice. Just don't get thick cable. The holes in the back are quite tiny. :(

What speaker wire do you recommend?

[Kevo Head]

Ok, I know I have already asked this several times, but a question about a TV. If I get anything under 50", it is supposed to be 720p. So, should I get a 720 p 42in TV, or just save for a 50" 1080 p?

[IceRat]

go with the extra 8"s if you think you might regret it
I say go bigger (within reason) whenever possible
I don't think you will see any diffrence between 720p and 1080p even at 50"

this is an amazing tv that can be had at a great price
Panasonic TH-50PX80U

[freezerfuel]

Anyone have any opinion on the Talladega Nights BD (Not the movie itself)? Way back this was packaged with a PS3 right? Just wondering if it's worth buying for such an old title.

This was on TV the other night and couldn't figure why I don't have this in my collection yet.

[Kevo Head]

go with the extra 8"s if you think you might regret it
I say go bigger (within reason) whenever possible
I don't think you will see any diffrence between 720p and 1080p even at 50"

this is an amazing tv that can be had at a great price
Panasonic TH-50PX80U

Alrighty, thanks. I wanted to see if anyone here felt the extra 8" and 360p were worth another 250-300 dollars.

[civictyperboy]

Anyone have any opinion on the Talladega Nights BD (Not the movie itself)? Way back this was packaged with a PS3 right? Just wondering if it's worth buying for such an old title.

This was on TV the other night and couldn't figure why I don't have this in my collection yet.

It didn't have the HD pop like most titles...I think I got it for free with my original PS3 and watched about half of it, it isn't a must own IMO but if you liked the movie then I don't see why you shouldn't own it

[IceRat]

this is an amazing tv that can be had at a great price
Panasonic TH-50PX80U
899.99 @ Sears right now till 12/6 + 2% cashback if linked through live.com
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_05775528000P?vName=Computers%20&%20Electronics&cName=HomeTheater&Audio&sName=Televisions&sid=IDAx20080403x000001&aff=Y&jftid=7538987

[JaylisJayP]

Anyone have any opinion on the Talladega Nights BD (Not the movie itself)? Way back this was packaged with a PS3 right? Just wondering if it's worth buying for such an old title.

This was on TV the other night and couldn't figure why I don't have this in my collection yet.

Wasn't the one packaged with the PS3 of a poorer PQ than the one they sold in stores? I remember hearing that a while back.

I have the one that came with my first PS3 but I've actually never watched it.

[JaylisJayP]

Ok, I know I have already asked this several times, but a question about a TV. If I get anything under 50", it is supposed to be 720p. So, should I get a 720 p 42in TV, or just save for a 50" 1080 p?

You'd actually still be just fine with a 50" 720p.

Last summer I was looking for a 42" 1080p, did some more research on everything, and ended up with a 50" Panasonic plasma. I'd put it up against any 1080p TV (maybe not Pioneer) and I'm sure you'd be very hard pressed to tell any difference. And in many cases you'd think the Panasonic looked superior.

But if you're set on 1080p for whatever reasons, then I'd absolutely say yes, save a few hundred bucks more and get the bigger size.

[Kevo Head]

You'd actually still be just fine with a 50" 720p.

Last summer I was looking for a 42" 1080p, did some more research on everything, and ended up with a 50" Panasonic plasma. I'd put it up against any 1080p TV (maybe not Pioneer) and I'm sure you'd be very hard pressed to tell any difference. And in many cases you'd think the Panasonic looked superior.

But if you're set on 1080p for whatever reasons, then I'd absolutely say yes, save a few hundred bucks more and get the bigger size.

I was set on it, for just the fact of knowing my picture looked he best quality possible, but if a 50" 720 will looks pretty much the same, then I will go with Ice Rat's suggestion. Thanks guys.

[JaylisJayP]

I was set on it, for just the fact of knowing my picture looked he best quality possible, but if a 50" 720 will looks pretty much the same, then I will go with Ice Rat's suggestion. Thanks guys.

I just looked back at Ice Rat's post...I think that's the exact same TV I bought last summer.

Also know, just for current and future reference, that the resolution isn't the only thing that goes into the equation for what the picture looks like on your TV. The technology (Plasma, LCD, DLP), the contract ratio to some degree, the brand, all of that factors into it in my opinion. I think there are a couple other things, too, but I forget off the top of my head.

Good luck in your search, getting a new TV is always a lot of fun no matter what you end up with.

[Kevo Head]

I just looked back at Ice Rat's post...I think that's the exact same TV I bought last summer.

Also know, just for current and future reference, that the resolution isn't the only thing that goes into the equation for what the picture looks like on your TV. The technology (Plasma, LCD, DLP), the contract ratio to some degree, the brand, all of that factors into it in my opinion. I think there are a couple other things, too, but I forget off the top of my head.

Good luck in your search, getting a new TV is always a lot of fun no matter what you end up with.

Ok, thanks for the help man.

[IceRat]

Also know, just for current and future reference, that the resolution isn't the only thing that goes into the equation for what the picture looks like on your TV. The technology (Plasma, LCD, DLP), the contract ratio to some degree, the brand, all of that factors into it in my opinion. I think there are a couple other things, too, but I forget off the top of my head.

source of content feed
viewing area (lighting, distance, angle, etc)

[PrimeBane]

I went ahead and ordered the Wanted Steelbook from the UK. I hope its region free. Also Prime I got the Transformers for you LMK when you want me to send it or if i can use that towards the DK steelbook to get some $$ off.

You can use it towards the steelbook :)

I may break down and order the Wanted SB in the next few days.

[Kevo Head]

Also, Band of Brothers Blu-Ray is only $44.99 on Amazon now.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00129H7VS/ref=s9newr_c1_at2-rfc_p-3237_p?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-6&pf_rd_r=095BKEGW1XZ8M49S02PS&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=463383451&pf_rd_i=507846

[freezerfuel]

It didn't have the HD pop like most titles...I think I got it for free with my original PS3 and watched about half of it, it isn't a must own IMO but if you liked the movie then I don't see why you shouldn't own it

Yeah, I'll probably buy it regardless. Unless it's really drab and dull looking. :D

Wasn't the one packaged with the PS3 of a poorer PQ than the one they sold in stores? I remember hearing that a while back.

I have the one that came with my first PS3 but I've actually never watched it.

Interesting. Well, if it was poorer quality I guess it wouldn't matter much since I'd be getting a non-packaged one.

[ewto16]

Anyone have any opinion on the Talladega Nights BD (Not the movie itself)? Way back this was packaged with a PS3 right? Just wondering if it's worth buying for such an old title.

This was on TV the other night and couldn't figure why I don't have this in my collection yet.

This was the first BD I ever watched obviously. I have no recollection of the picture or sound quality as I found the movie very unmemorable.

[ewto16]

Kevo Head -

All the advice about the TV size and resolution you have gotten is great. There is really nothing wrong with a 50" 720P TV. Plus, the Panasonic is a great Plasma TV.

I would save up and get the 50" TV though, not just for 1080p, but for the bigger picture size.

[Hanky Panky]

50 inches is friggin huuuuuuge. I can't imagine lifting anything larger than a 42" without pulling a hernia.

[SBrooks1]

50 inches is friggin huuuuuuge. I can't imagine lifting anything larger than a 42" without pulling a hernia.

You should have been with me trying to lug my 60" Pioneer Kuro plasma home and getting it installed.....whew! :eek:

[Hanky Panky]

You should have been with me trying to lug my 60" Pioneer Kuro plasma home and getting it installed.....whew! :eek:

Sweet baby jeezus...

Did you have any help? Don't tell me you used a dolly all by yourself.

[civictyperboy]

My 50 inch TV weighs 75 pounds...much better than my old 32inch CRT

[ewto16]

Agreed. I think mine is the same. My old Sony CRT weighed like 200 lbs

[SBrooks1]

Sweet baby jeezus...

Did you have any help? Don't tell me you used a dolly all by yourself.

112 lbs - http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8867871&st=8867871&lp=1&type=product&cp=1&id=1210290067556 - And yes I had help :D

[Hanky Panky]

That is insanely heavy for a tv.

I still have my Sony 27" WEGA CRT in my studio. That thing weighs a ton and since it's not hooked up to cable, I'm probably gonna just sell it rather than invest in a conversion box for the antenna digital reception.

Not sure how much I can get for it though considering it's over 5 years old now.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/411TP6FF63L._SL500_AA280_.jpg

[PrimeBane]

You can still sell a CRT in the US? You can barely give them away in Canada.

Our old RCA 27" is still sitting in the basement waiting for me to haul it out...

[Hanky Panky]

Not sure I can get anything for it if I tried to sell it.

It sits in my studio and I hardly ever turn it on. I guess when I think back on the amount I spent on it...around $350 at the time...it makes it hard to get rid of it.

[PrimeBane]

New PS3 firmware (2.53) is now available.

[Hanky Panky]

Any significant upgrade?

[IceRat]

17.49 for the original POTA (sequels as well for anyone interested) @ amazon
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_gw?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=planet+of+apes+blu&x=0&y=0&tag=blurayforum-20

[PrimeBane]

Any significant upgrade?

Not in terms of BD playback by the looks of it.

[SBrooks1]

Hank, when you say "studio" what do you mean?

[Lord Magneto]

That is insanely heavy for a tv.

I still have my Sony 27" WEGA CRT in my studio. That thing weighs a ton and since it's not hooked up to cable, I'm probably gonna just sell it rather than invest in a conversion box for the antenna digital reception.

Not sure how much I can get for it though considering it's over 5 years old now.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/411TP6FF63L._SL500_AA280_.jpg

haha I have the same tv and its in my bedroom now and it weighs a friggin ton... I really need to try and sell mine as well but i have no clue how much i could sell it for...

[Lord Magneto]

its going for $100 on craigslist here in nyc... i guess thats better than nothing

[TastySweetNutz]

Hank, when you say "studio" what do you mean?

His S&M dungeon.

[Radiation74]

That is insanely heavy for a tv.

I still have my Sony 27" WEGA CRT in my studio. That thing weighs a ton and since it's not hooked up to cable, I'm probably gonna just sell it rather than invest in a conversion box for the antenna digital reception.

Not sure how much I can get for it though considering it's over 5 years old now.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/411TP6FF63L._SL500_AA280_.jpg


I had that beast in 32 inches. and yeah it was heavy. I paid almost 1400 for the tv and a matching stand. 2 years later it was going for half that.

[Tuckertank]

Before I got my flat screens I had a 36" and 32" Sony Wega's, paid $2000 and $1000 years ago for them. sold them last year for $200 and $150 and I think I'm pretty lucky I got that.

[PrimeBane]

Out of curiosity, what do you folks do with your "digital copy" of a film that comes with most new release BDs now?

I have yet to claim any of mine, but I've often thought about putting them on my computer and uploading them to my smart phone for viewing.

[IceRat]

Out of curiosity, what do you folks do with your "digital copy" of a film that comes with most new release BDs now?

ignore them
sorry but movie viewing is a home theater experience for me
I get no joy in watching movies on a phone or mobile device

[NCStateWolfpack33]

Out of curiosity, what do you folks do with your "digital copy" of a film that comes with most new release BDs now?

I have yet to claim any of mine, but I've often thought about putting them on my computer and uploading them to my smart phone for viewing.
I give them to my Mom's bf...he puts all the movies on his iPod

[HollandX]

Out of curiosity, what do you folks do with your "digital copy" of a film that comes with most new release BDs now?

I have yet to claim any of mine, but I've often thought about putting them on my computer and uploading them to my smart phone for viewing.

You should put them on your computer as fast as you can. They expire. Quickly, too. So transfer them now.

If you get a phone or mp3 player with a nice big screen later on, you might be glad you have them.

Legally at least. ;)

[ewto16]

I too have that same Sony WEGA TV in 27" form. It is the TV in the living room.

[ewto16]

You should put them on your computer as fast as you can. They expire. Quickly, too. So transfer them now.

If you get a phone or mp3 player with a nice big screen later on, you might be glad you have them.

Legally at least. ;)

What, really??? They expire?? That is absurd. DRM is so ridiculous. If I own something, I should be able to watch it whenever or wherever I want.

Also, they all seem to require some upgraded version of iTunes which I refuse to upgrade to as I can strip the DRM off songs with the version I have.

[HollandX]

The code expires, ya.

[ewto16]

Why does it expire? I bought the movie, so why should I only have so long to download the copy that I so rightly paid for? If you want ot make it a one use code (which is also dumb) then fine, but why should it expire?

HATE DRM!!! :mad: :mad: :mad:

[HollandX]

evil will always triumph because good is dumb.

[ewto16]

Ugh....I'd probably rather just "locate" a non-DRM version rather than go through all the hassle with a digital download. And the music and movie industry wonders why they lose money.

The Disney people did it perfect by putting the DVD in the box with Sleeping Beauty.

[SBrooks1]

Ugh....I'd probably rather just "locate" a non-DRM version...

http://www.newzbin.com/browse/category/p/movies/?ps_rb_video_format=512

;)

[Hanky Panky]

Hank, when you say "studio" what do you mean?

I live in a two-bedroom apartment, so the guestroom I converted into my art studio for working on my comic pages. It's basically got my drafting table, a couple of bookshelves for my reference books, light table, and several posters and artwork on the wall. The Sony Wega sits against a wall adjacent to the door, collecting dust more or less. I think I still have an old gamecube and xbox hooked up to it.

His S&M dungeon.

Hahaha...no that's in the bedroom. :p

[Hanky Panky]

haha I have the same tv and its in my bedroom now and it weighs a friggin ton... I really need to try and sell mine as well but i have no clue how much i could sell it for...

its going for $100 on craigslist here in nyc... i guess thats better than nothing

Thx Magneto for the info. I think I'm gonna try and sell it for $80-100. Since I live around an apartment complex, it should hopefully strike up a few inquiries.

[grif32]

I chuck my digital copies. They are worthless to me.

[JaylisJayP]

Prime, got Sin City and Dusk Til Dawn today...that was quick! Thanks again!

[HollandX]

I chuck you like the *****es you are.

[PrimeBane]

Prime, got Sin City and Dusk Til Dawn today...that was quick! Thanks again!

Damn, that was fast... I guess CP can come through from time to time. :)

I'm still waiting for another package I sent to arrive... I'm a little worried at this point as it's been nearly 2 weeks and hasn't had as far to travel. :(

[freezerfuel]

Out of curiosity, what do you folks do with your "digital copy" of a film that comes with most new release BDs now?


Put them on the left side of the case and never touch them again.

[cflames89]

PB, DK is $29.99.

[PrimeBane]

Nice... that includes the steelbook? :)

[cflames89]

Nice... that includes the steelbook? :)

That is for the steelbook. I did not even bother looking at anything else. :D

[JaylisJayP]

Damn, that was fast... I guess CP can come through from time to time. :)



I know, i was hoping to get it before Christmas, lol.

Thanks again for going through the trouble to pick these up...if I can return the favor at some point, just let me know.

[HollandX]

Sorry-- How much US is the TDK Steelbook delivered?

[johnnyknoxsvill]

Picked up Step Brothers, Wanted and Wall-E for $36 today;) Chris still no word on How the West was Won.