One & Only HD/BD Bargains Thread Part III: Back in Training
10-30-08 | 11:16 AM
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BD live isn't really a selling point for me. I DO CARE about a player being 1.1 though, as those features I will use. I probably will end up adding a flashdrive though, just to check out any features.
10-30-08 | 12:00 PM
#552
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I've been debating picking it up as well but I keep hoping they add the S350 to that list...just remember to grab a 1GB flashdrive if you want to take advantage of BD-Live. Most people have some laying around but if not they can be had for $5-$10 or so at various stores.
10-30-08 | 12:04 PM
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When I had my S350 I didn't have any issue with it sticking out of the back...but I never really had any reason to go behind it. Shame the S550 requires the flashdrive as well, figure Sony would just include the 1GB onboard (but its probably cheaper just throwing a flashdrive in the box).
Regardless though, can't you buy mini 1GB flashdrives that won't stick out as much (like say the size of an HDMI plug going into the back)? I've seen some super-small but I don't know if they are "compatible" with the players.
IIRC, the USB on the back is kinda recessed into to the player so it doesnt stick at as bad as you might think.
Regardless though, can't you buy mini 1GB flashdrives that won't stick out as much (like say the size of an HDMI plug going into the back)? I've seen some super-small but I don't know if they are "compatible" with the players.
IIRC, the USB on the back is kinda recessed into to the player so it doesnt stick at as bad as you might think.
I think the 550 will be my next player so I will be dealing with it either way. I want the 7.1 analogs as an alternative to HDMI if needed. My back up receiver is non-HDMI.
10-30-08 | 12:42 PM
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10-30-08 | 12:59 PM
#555
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I only have two BD players (LG 200s) and only two TVs in my house. I break out the PS3 if I need to access a BD-Live title but it typically sits in the closet. That's kinda why I want the S350 for BD-Live...but LG is apparently listening to owners and may release an update in the near future.
10-30-08 | 02:18 PM
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10-30-08 | 07:49 PM
#558
When I had my S350 I didn't have any issue with it sticking out of the back...but I never really had any reason to go behind it. Shame the S550 requires the flashdrive as well, figure Sony would just include the 1GB onboard (but its probably cheaper just throwing a flashdrive in the box).
Regardless though, can't you buy mini 1GB flashdrives that won't stick out as much (like say the size of an HDMI plug going into the back)? I've seen some super-small but I don't know if they are "compatible" with the players.
IIRC, the USB on the back is kinda recessed into to the player so it doesnt stick at as bad as you might think.
Regardless though, can't you buy mini 1GB flashdrives that won't stick out as much (like say the size of an HDMI plug going into the back)? I've seen some super-small but I don't know if they are "compatible" with the players.
IIRC, the USB on the back is kinda recessed into to the player so it doesnt stick at as bad as you might think.
11-02-08 | 01:34 AM
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11-02-08 | 06:56 AM
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SD-DVD of Kill Bill 1 & 2 are now $12 for both, minus $10 Best Buy gift card by mail. Great deal for owners of Blu-Ray Kill Bill who want to take advantage of the Blu-Ray upgrade rebate. Even better deal for me because I already had a BB gift card.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....at164900050028
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....at164900050028
Last edited by Lord Rick; 11-02-08 at 07:15 AM.
11-02-08 | 09:03 AM
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SD-DVD of Kill Bill 1 & 2 are now $12 for both, minus $10 Best Buy gift card by mail. Great deal for owners of Blu-Ray Kill Bill who want to take advantage of the Blu-Ray upgrade rebate. Even better deal for me because I already had a BB gift card.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....at164900050028
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....at164900050028
11-02-08 | 09:50 AM
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Do you have a link that allows you to preorder? This one says it's not available for preorder yet...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GZ6QEC/
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GZ6QEC/
11-02-08 | 10:46 AM
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Do you have a link that allows you to preorder? This one says it's not available for preorder yet...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GZ6QEC/
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GZ6QEC/
(but then again, I had already preordered it)
11-02-08 | 11:29 AM
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