Consumer Electronics - 12 August 2007

Hi
I've seen some really cheap DVD recorders in ASDA and would really like one - but am concerned that I will 'get what I pay for' and that it will not work. Has anybody got any experience with cheap DVD recorders from anywhere, whether positive or negative.
Also, what features will I be missing out on with a cheap one (I know nothing about how they work). Is there a particular feature I should make sure it includes, even if I pay more for it.
Just in case it makes a difference, I want to record films/programmes from Sky at home.
Thanks all.

2007-08-12 07:47:25 · 10 answers · asked by africanprotea 1 in Other - Electronics

I just inherrited a whole bunce of 8 track music tapes, and I wanna know if they are worth anything. and where to sell them if they are.

2007-08-12 07:46:16 · 3 answers · asked by squishy 6 in Other - Electronics

ok cell phone bill for t-mobile is $543.(i didnt pay the bill for a month, got a water damage charge of $100, was on a myfaves plan. 2000 anytime min for $109. i can probably pay it off in about 2 months. maybe less if i sacrifice. but i feel like i need a cell in case of emergencies. i called sprint and they said i could get a phone with 2 lines for $200. should i go with sprint or just pay the current bill i have.

2007-08-12 07:33:44 · 3 answers · asked by daboywonder2002 1 in Cell Phones & Plans

I dropped my camera, and it broke. The screen turned all white, and some of the pictures are half white, and the other half is the picture, is there any way I can fix it? Does anyone know how or who I can get to help me? Thanks

2007-08-12 07:15:31 · 7 answers · asked by jade t 2 in Cameras

2007-08-12 07:04:00 · 1 answers · asked by JC 2 in Other - Electronics

does anyone no of a supplier of parts package burners

2007-08-12 07:02:07 · 1 answers · asked by JOHN R 2 in Other - Electronics

I will be using it with a Cambridge Audio amp, and Monitor Audio speakers with decent interconnects. Im not fussed about gadgets on it, just want a good sounding CD player.

2007-08-12 06:59:57 · 2 answers · asked by leo.stembridge 1 in Music & Music Players

2007-08-12 06:57:16 · 4 answers · asked by osunumberonefan 5 in Cell Phones & Plans

Ok guys and gals this is my last question about High Definition TV's I promise! As some of you may know from my previous questions I am going to be buying a HD TV soon and keep changing my mind about which one to get. I think I have now narrowed it down to 2 and would love your input on whether I get the Pionner PDP-427XD Plasma (not the 4270XD) or the Sharp LC-42XD1E LCD.

I have read countless reviews and articles about the 2 but just cannot make up my mind on which one to get. Both have their pro's and con's over the other ie The Sharp is Full HD and the Pioneer is not but I have read article which say don't be too influenced by the TV being 1080p and that Plasma's are the way to go for larger screen (37inch +).

So it's down to you to help me choose.

2007-08-12 06:33:34 · 2 answers · asked by Pete The Meat 1 in TVs

i destroyed my mp3 after it got washed up. i took it apart. What is the "brain" really called where there is a green plate i guess and it has all these connections where the LED is at and the connection to the headphones.and all these copper powers.

whats it called?

2007-08-12 06:30:54 · 3 answers · asked by puerto rifa 1 in Other - Electronics

2007-08-12 06:20:33 · 3 answers · asked by Chris 1 in Other - Electronics

2007-08-12 06:13:04 · 6 answers · asked by PeopleStrong 2 in Cell Phones & Plans

2007-08-12 06:07:10 · 5 answers · asked by ryan m 2 in Home Theater

and also i don't have to send it out to be developed like the holga pictures, do I? I can just get them developed in like a walmart or rite aid?

2007-08-12 05:54:37 · 2 answers · asked by sugarplum_bubblegum89 2 in Cameras

my hi fi amplifer has blew a fuse , so i replaced it with a new fuse but it keeps blowing does any one know what the problem could be

2007-08-12 05:54:09 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Electronics

It was perfectly good quality and the it started getting fuzzy. How can I fix this? Whats the problem?

2007-08-12 05:49:16 · 3 answers · asked by futuregeek1 1 in TVs

Everywhere i look theyre 399.99, i was wondering if anyone in Pennsylvania knows of a cheaper place to get them (bulk online stores, etc) thanks!

2007-08-12 05:45:03 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Electronics

I took my digital camera to the beach and it accidently got covered in sand..there is now sand in the lens, and the shutter won't close! the battery still works but I want to know if there is any point in taking this to a camera repair, or will that cost more than buying a new one?

2007-08-12 05:19:13 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cameras

It is basically a movement to eliminate AT&T's exclusive rights to the IPhone... So Verizon & other companies can also have the I phone on their network.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xWKwoKNyRA

You can sign the petition at http://www.freetheiphone.com/

It may not seem like much.. but look at it this way,
What if computer companies started making computers that only worked with Roadrunner? Or could only access the internet through AT&T's dsl?
Or Tv's that could only work with Direct Tv satalite?

http://www.savetheinternet.com/

The list could go on, but the question really is, should manufactures of products be able to dictate how that product is used once it becomes the propery of the consumer?

2007-08-12 05:02:05 · 4 answers · asked by Kacy H 5 in Other - Electronics

Recently bought a PS3.

Want a HD-TV to really emphasize the power of the console, whilst also fed up of current SD-TV.

Specs required.

26-32"
720-1080p.
Higher Contrast Ratio than 7000:1

Anybody suggest anything nice?

Thanks

2007-08-12 04:57:56 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in TVs

2007-08-12 04:53:29 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Electronics

What will HDMI be used for besides hooking up in-home devices? Will it be run room-to-room in schools or business settings? If I need an HDMI cable for home should I consider one with a "chip" built into the cable that would enable it to go farther?

2007-08-12 04:32:18 · 3 answers · asked by marcus 4 in Home Theater

2007-08-12 04:26:03 · 5 answers · asked by TOMI25 1 in Home Theater

I took my digital camera to the beach and it accidently got covered in sand..there is now sand in the lens, and the shutter won't close! the battery still works but I want to know if there is any point in taking this to a camera repair, or will that cost more than buying a new one?

2007-08-12 04:12:21 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cameras

does it have any credit on it

2007-08-12 04:11:43 · 6 answers · asked by bjmlewis 5 in Cell Phones & Plans

Im looking to buy a new DVD player my current player (Bush - ive had it ages) has problems reading new DVDs with copyright protection). I have thought about a DVD recorder, which one should I buy? (I know ill have to pay more for a recorder)

I live in the UK by the way.

2007-08-12 04:08:47 · 4 answers · asked by cadsaz 4 in Other - Electronics

2007-08-12 04:05:23 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in TVs

I've just returned form a dayout looking at new television's. What is the difference and what is the best on the market just now.

2007-08-12 04:02:52 · 4 answers · asked by "Big Left" 2 in TVs

2007-08-12 03:56:05 · 2 answers · asked by yuridia s 1 in Music & Music Players

I saw it advertised on a commercial yesterday on a commercial for one of our colleges. I went to the web site and it said it's a 36 month degree!!

WTFreak. That doesn't make sense. It also said it'd be a bachelor of science degree, so again I have to say WTFreak.

I figured it'd be an 8-12 month course, like massage therapy, since it's so specialized.

Anyone have a digital photography degree have any insight?

2007-08-12 03:03:43 · 2 answers · asked by biggestperlnerd 3 in Cameras