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12-08-2006, 11:37 AM
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Originally Posted by the_Osk
actually, I'm sort of waiting on a good deal.. if it drops to $300, i'm buying it no and ifs or buts. Until then, I want to pay off this TV a bit before I make any more big purchases.. why do you ask?
and VGA.. i'd use a VGA to HDMI cable? or...
thanks guys!
and VGA.. i'd use a VGA to HDMI cable? or...
thanks guys!
12-08-2006, 11:38 AM
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Originally Posted by soopa
I figured for sure that iDVD would play HD-DVD. If not, VLC. If not, WMP at the very least.
iMovie supports HD-DVD mastering, so I imagine something can play them.
If not, someone will make an app soon.
iMovie supports HD-DVD mastering, so I imagine something can play them.
If not, someone will make an app soon.
I don't see it going that long without an application NOT being developed either. The fact that the drive is recognized on the machine solves the biggest hurdle thank god.
12-08-2006, 11:48 AM
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Originally Posted by Sly Raskal
The onlly reason why I ask is because there are rumors that a new 100GB drive may be coming out the first half of next year. Many people are filling up the 20GB fast with movies, demos and stuff. If you don't think you'll fill it up no worries. If you think it will, and the 100GB drive sounds appealing, wait till that comes out so you dont' waste your money on the premium kit to get a drive you'd probably replace anyways. Just a suggesstion if you aren't in a hurry.
12-08-2006, 11:55 AM
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Originally Posted by juniorbean
I just got a 320gb My Book drive pretty cheap from Buy.com. After our warranty work is done in the house I'm going to hook that up to the HTPC and stream through the X360. Of course my first mission once it's all hooked up is to figure out how to rip my DVDs to the hard drive
That's an alternative too, but don't you need a windows media center PC to stream to the xbox? 
EDIT NEVERMIND HAD A BLOND MOMENT. 
usb port.As for ripping DVD's I have no idea what people use on Windows. But if you are a linux guy, check out MythTV. Free open source program that can record television, stream pictures, music and video, you can use it to rip your dvd's as well.
http://www.mythtv.org/
I don't have my own house at the moment but if I did and had a decent TV to stream to that is what I would do.
12-08-2006, 11:59 AM
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Originally Posted by mrsteve
I'm most likely purchasing a 360 this weekend. Anyone know where I can get a good deal on a bundle?
http://www.costco.com/Common/Category.aspx?ec=&pos=0&whse=BC&topnav=&cat=33130& eCat=BC|3605|33130
12-08-2006, 12:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Sly Raskal
That's an alternative too, but don't you need a windows media center PC to stream to the xbox? EDIT NEVERMIND HAD A BLOND MOMENT. usb port.
I can either use the USB port on the X360, or my HTPC, which is running Windows Media Center and is in the same entertainment center. The drive can then be connected to the HTPC via Firewire, then to the X360 via Ethernet. So, since the drive supports both connections (USB and Firewire), I have options...
Originally Posted by Sly Raskal
As for ripping DVD's I have no idea what people use on Windows. But if you are a linux guy, check out MythTV. Free open source program that can record television, stream pictures, music and video, you can use it to rip your dvd's as well.
http://www.mythtv.org/
I don't have my own house at the moment but if I did and had a decent TV to stream to that is what I would do.
http://www.mythtv.org/
I don't have my own house at the moment but if I did and had a decent TV to stream to that is what I would do.
12-08-2006, 12:21 PM
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Originally Posted by mrsteve
I'm most likely purchasing a 360 this weekend. Anyone know where I can get a good deal on a bundle?
On another note, can anybody else not wait for Forza Motorsport 2...when is it supposed to come out??
12-08-2006, 12:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Silver™
Not a great deal (you save $20) but you also get the best return policy in the business.
http://www.costco.com/Common/Category.aspx?ec=&pos=0&whse=BC&topnav=&cat=33130& eCat=BC|3605|33130
http://www.costco.com/Common/Category.aspx?ec=&pos=0&whse=BC&topnav=&cat=33130& eCat=BC|3605|33130
I was thinking about looking at Costco... although I'm not a member so I'd need to spend $50 for a membership.
12-08-2006, 12:30 PM
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Originally Posted by mrsteve
I was thinking about looking at Costco... although I'm not a member so I'd need to spend $50 for a membership.
I've got one, need help? Although that would be a problem because you wouldn't be able to enter the buidling if you ever wanted to return it.
12-08-2006, 12:34 PM
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Silver the link you posted is for Seafood and Meat.
Does Costco sell JUST the system w/o a bundle? I would hate to need to return EVERYTHING (game, accessories, etc) because something on the system crapped out.
Does Costco sell JUST the system w/o a bundle? I would hate to need to return EVERYTHING (game, accessories, etc) because something on the system crapped out.
12-08-2006, 12:36 PM
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Originally Posted by mrsteve
Silver the link you posted is for Seafood and Meat.
Originally Posted by mrsteve
Does Costco sell JUST the system w/o a bundle? I would hate to need to return EVERYTHING (game, accessories, etc) because something on the system crapped out.
Costco Link
I wasn't able to find any w/o bundle.
BUt the HD DVD pLayer was $10 cheaper
12-08-2006, 12:39 PM
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Ahhh, thanks for the heads up! Any word on how much this new x-box will cost us?
and my tv does, indeed, have a vga slot/port/whatever.. I just forgot about it. so I can get 1080p through this? I was under the impression that only hdmi = 1080p, and other things like component = 1080i.
and my tv does, indeed, have a vga slot/port/whatever.. I just forgot about it. so I can get 1080p through this? I was under the impression that only hdmi = 1080p, and other things like component = 1080i.
Originally Posted by Sly Raskal
The onlly reason why I ask is because there are rumors that a new 100GB drive may be coming out the first half of next year. Many people are filling up the 20GB fast with movies, demos and stuff. If you don't think you'll fill it up no worries. If you think it will, and the 100GB drive sounds appealing, wait till that comes out so you dont' waste your money on the premium kit to get a drive you'd probably replace anyways. Just a suggesstion if you aren't in a hurry.
12-08-2006, 12:41 PM
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Originally Posted by the_Osk
Ahhh, thanks for the heads up! Any word on how much this new x-box will cost us?
12-08-2006, 01:53 PM
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Originally Posted by the_Osk
Ahhh, thanks for the heads up! Any word on how much this new x-box will cost us?
and my tv does, indeed, have a vga slot/port/whatever.. I just forgot about it. so I can get 1080p through this? I was under the impression that only hdmi = 1080p, and other things like component = 1080i.
and my tv does, indeed, have a vga slot/port/whatever.. I just forgot about it. so I can get 1080p through this? I was under the impression that only hdmi = 1080p, and other things like component = 1080i.
As for the new XBOX, as Sly said, it's all rumors and speculation right now. For all we know the thing may only exist on paper. We just don't know yet. So the odds are you won't hear anything for 1-2 years at the earliest on that...
12-08-2006, 01:55 PM
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Originally Posted by juniorbean
As for the new XBOX, as Sly said, it's all rumors and speculation right now. For all we know the thing may only exist on paper. We just don't know yet. So the odds are you won't hear anything for 1-2 years at the earliest on that...
NOT the next gen console.
12-08-2006, 02:20 PM
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Originally Posted by mrsteve
Silver the link you posted is for Seafood and Meat.
Does Costco sell JUST the system w/o a bundle? I would hate to need to return EVERYTHING (game, accessories, etc) because something on the system crapped out.
Does Costco sell JUST the system w/o a bundle? I would hate to need to return EVERYTHING (game, accessories, etc) because something on the system crapped out.
Doing some other Christmas shopping when I read your post. Looks yummy though Anyways, I wouldn't think you would have to return the whole bundle, just the part that isn't working. is300eater I think has returned his a couple times already if I remember correctly.
And you should have someone (friend/family) that has a membership. If not it is well worth it
12-08-2006, 02:31 PM
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Originally Posted by Sly Raskal
he was asking about the possibility of the 100GB hard drive option that is in speculation right now for the 360.
NOT the next gen console.
NOT the next gen console.
Too many convos going on here for me to keep up. Plus, Silver threw me off with the Seafood and Meat link. I wasn't in the right mindset when I replied
12-08-2006, 02:47 PM
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Originally Posted by juniorbean
Plus, Silver threw me off with the Seafood and Meat link. I wasn't in the right mindset when I replied
Did I make your tummy rumble?
12-08-2006, 04:31 PM
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Originally Posted by juniorbean
Most newer 1080p sets support 1080p via HDMI and VGA. In fact, some of the older ones that were first released ONLY supported 1080p via VGA. Double check the specs on your system, but you should be OK.
12-08-2006, 04:37 PM
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Originally Posted by mrsteve
I can get the 360 Platinum, GOW, RB6V, and an extra wireless controller for $460 with that coupon.
I expect to see you online next week, just don't bring your sniper brother
12-08-2006, 04:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Silver™
I expect to see you online next week, just don't bring your sniper brother
I think he's picking up a 360 soon too and will have a lot more time to play than me.
My little shit brother is now away in college.
12-08-2006, 04:59 PM
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so umm.. what games are y'all playing the most these days online..
12-08-2006, 05:11 PM
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Originally Posted by srika
so umm.. what games are y'all playing the most these days online..
During the last month it has been mainly RB6 and GoW. More RB6 as of late, but thet are both really good games.
12-08-2006, 05:22 PM
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GRAW 2 is looking tasty. http://www.gamespot.com/news/6162891.html
Best thing to come out of France in a while! 
12-08-2006, 06:27 PM
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and you know me... I'm ALL about GRAW... even though a bunch of games came out this last month or so... and I... pretty much have'em all... I still keep going back to play GRAW M.P. the most...
12-08-2006, 06:34 PM
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Originally Posted by is300eater
and you know me... I'm ALL about GRAW... even though a bunch of games came out this last month or so... and I... pretty much have'em all... I still keep going back to play GRAW M.P. the most...
12-08-2006, 06:54 PM
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Originally Posted by BstonBruin
how many games do you have?
PGR3
Call of Duty 2
Quake 4
Need For Speed:Most Wanted
X-Men (a gift, still unopen... and ain't worth shit to trade in)
Battlefield 2
F.E.A.R.
Splinter Cell: Double Agent
Call of Duty 3
Gears Of War
Ghost Recon Advanced Fighter
Rainbow Six: Vegas
there were a couple that I bought and just hated them, and traded them in within a couple days of purchase back when EB Games/Game Stop use to have the special where you trade 2 games in for a new one... too bad they don't do that anymore...
(and Halo 2)
12-08-2006, 08:01 PM
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Originally Posted by cmark
^^^^ can't wait for this game. Ghost Recon is a very underrated series.
can't wait for this game. Ghost Recon is a very underrated series.Personally I think GRAW is one of the most overrated games of all time.
12-08-2006, 08:20 PM
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Originally Posted by soopa
Best Game of 2006 is underrated?
Personally I think GRAW is one of the most overrated games of all time.
Personally I think GRAW is one of the most overrated games of all time.
Especially online play.
I just sold the 360 I bought two weeks ago, damn thing was too addicting.