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The computer and electronics super geek thread
myk replied to azrael's topic in Anime or Science Fiction
To begin with, I want to thank you guys for setting me straight on what to look for on a t.v. Additionally, I've learned that the single most important performance metric of a newer t.v. is contrast ratio. However, I read this about contrast ratio: "As mentioned, all manufacturers manufacture their numbers with little basis on reality, so spec sheets are out..." In other words, there's no set standard when it comes to broadcasting CR numbers, so I've gleaned that the best thing I can do is go off of in-store demo's (which are set up to fail) reviews and/or recommendations. There's quite a bit to read up on regarding contrast ratios, so I'll see what else I can learn and hopefully come up with a decision sometime this freaking century... -
You didn't like him in the original 300? I thought he played the role well...
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I know, right? Although I really wish Rick hadn't decided to confront the Governor the way he did; it could only have ended the way it did if not worse...
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My apologies, I'm currently having another pointless, heated debate about Walking Dead on another forum and it's ruining my day...
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No genius, have you? I would make the argument that it if isn't easier to carry the child it's certainly safer to carry the child that way. Furthermore, if you're being chased by flesh-eating zombies are you going to take the time to stop, set the seat down, figure out how to unbuckle the brat and then carry on again as the flesh-eating zombies are chasing you?
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Good catch, but I have to wonder why someone would take the time to unbuckle her...
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Right, then he did the whole "this way guys!" as he ran away Scooby Doo style...
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Agreed, but do you think it was a matter of not being able to rent an M-1?
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They don't like rear sights on thier weapons on that show. Also, why would that museum piece of a tank be in use? Are tanks like that one still in use today?
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I was shocked and awed but ultimately satisfied with that fate. I use google, and I won't say more than that...
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The computer and electronics super geek thread
myk replied to azrael's topic in Anime or Science Fiction
Ok, it's time to get a new tv but I'm not sure which way to go. My main priority is the 50-55" screen size, the ability of the t.v. to keep up with FPS' and other fast-paced media like games and sports. Finally, I would like a total price of $1K or lower. With this in mind I figured the obvious choice was plasma, but I'm told that's a negative because I can't control the lighting in my living room very well and that the plasma's screen would get wiped out. Is this a reasonable set of criteria? Should I stick with plasma and try to manage the lighting issue? If not, what LED/LCD's am I supposed to be looking at? I see a lot of LCD/LED's rated at 120hz, only to read that they can't keep up with games, sports, etc. Hell, I've even read reviews on 600hz plasma's that can't perform either. I thought I had this all down but when I consulted with Cnet I saw a list for the "top 20 t.v.'s for gaming," which confused me even more because the t.v.'s they listed were ranked high for frame rate performance, but in their individual reviews they more or less said the frame rates weren't adequate. http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-33199_7-57589240-221/best-low-lag-hdtvs-for-serious-gamers/ I don't get it! In any case, thanks in advance guys... -
Watch the 4th one and leave it at that; the 'Fast series/story does not need anything beyond the first and fourth films. You can watch the fifth film if you're feeling generous, and the third one if you like the idea of a "Macross Plus" type of side-story, but that's it...
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Heh, I know right? I heard he was on his way to a charity event? Wow...
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Godspeed Paul. Thanks for the "Fast" times...
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No, I don't think so. I'd recommend reading it though...
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I think that's a solid idea.
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Here's one annoyance: If you want to eject your current disc you have to navigate through two menus to do so on the PS4; with the PS3 I just hit the eject button on the remote or tap the eject part of the control panel. The fancy-pants PS4 is devoid of anything on its front other than two USB ports so off to your controller to press buttons you go. My grievances are minor, petty ones, especially when you consider I was fortunate to be able to buy one, but still...
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I really hope they come up with a new blu-ray-playback remote for this thing; I wanted to spend Turkey day watching blu-rays and I got so frustrated with the PS4's UI that I ripped it out and put my trusty PS3 back online...
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I want side-stories. They can take my idea for free about Dr. Jenner from season 1, about he and his wife and colleagues dealing with the outbreak and then up to the point where he meets Rick...
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I think Mike said it best: "GET OUT" LOL...
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Merle?
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Psh. ROTF was such a pile on so many levels I can't believe it exists. Anyway thanks for posting that awesome set of pictures Mike; figure collecting has truly evolved...
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This is what I feel to be the most disappointing of all. I relished the idea of the Governor, as a man on his own, experiencing an epiphany and then going through the process of changing his ways. Instead, we're just getting a reboot of the evil Jim Jones in Woodbury. I look at this return to his previous ways as a gravely missed opportunity. However with this at his disposal: I'm wondering how Rick and company are going to get out of it this time...
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Can't decide if that first girl looks hotter with her clothes on, or off...
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I've been lusting for their Lara Croft figure; I'll pick that up eventually...