Consumer Electronics - 16 December 2007

I have an older PS2, the thicker one not one of the skinny ones, so it is between 3 and 4 years old. I want to buy a new PS3 80GB, that plays PS2 games, for the better graphics and enhanced game play and all the other media rich goodies in the PS3. Does anybody have any idea what I could get for my old PS2.

It's condition is about 8.5 out of 10, I would say... still works!

2007-12-16 23:22:42 · 2 answers · asked by tsan 2 in PlayStation

2007-12-16 23:05:40 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in PlayStation

I need an easy way to install windows on my PS3 without installing Linux or Unix... preferably something like PspWxp.

2007-12-16 23:00:51 · 3 answers · asked by Jeb 2 in PlayStation

I just got given an older stereo system. I have more stuff to input than inputs, and i know that the PHONO jacks are dedicated to turntables, but i wanted to know if i could plug other things into the PHONO inputs. I'm pretty much clueless about the detailed aspects of audio equipment so any help would be much appreciated.

2007-12-16 22:52:43 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home Theater

2007-12-16 22:37:41 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Electronics

I've heard rumors of many downs and ups to the ps3, mostly from 360 and ps3 owning friends, and I wanted to clarify everything with a bias.

1. Games are only playable by the first consul they are played in. Meaning if I bought a game, played it, then gave it to a friend to barrow, he couldn't play it.

2. Free online gamine?! I knew it was true when ps3 first came out, but is it still avalible?

3. Blu Ray quality is relitively terrible. I really would like this to be top priority, because we're buying the system as a br alternitive.

Anything else you find as an important pro/con along the lines of the above ones would be apreciated.

When answering, please put what type of recent consul you have, if any of the 3 (ps3, 360, wii)

Thanks for your time.

2007-12-16 22:23:33 · 6 answers · asked by Phil 2 in PlayStation

My parents want to get me set up with D-TV for X-mas. I was thinking of getting Verizon Fios instead. What is better price wise? Is it worth letting my folks pay for the initial instalation? Then I would pay the monthly charge? Or should I stick with the Fios? I don't really do any fancy stuff like HDTV or record prog's. I just like to watch whatever is on. Help!

2007-12-16 21:16:48 · 4 answers · asked by hawkeye1248 1 in TVs

2007-12-16 20:45:37 · 6 answers · asked by Duy Son N 1 in Cameras

whats a good camera that has 3.0 or more lcd screen? and thin

please help i need it in a week?

2007-12-16 19:24:28 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cameras

whats the difference?

2007-12-16 19:05:26 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in TiVO & DVRs

All I know is you play as some soldier dude with a beard and do covert ops stuff. I've seen the trailer for the 4th game and there is a dude that stabs himself to kill some other guy and I'm like what the hell is going on? And theres some robot thing jumpin around like a fruit cake for no reason. Very confusing. I'm a Halo guy.

2007-12-16 18:57:52 · 8 answers · asked by Star-Scream 2 in PlayStation

I've done all the tasks, discovered every area, and won every trophy. When i press start and go to game information, it tells me that everything is done, yet that the game is only 99% completed.

I think the problem might be that I only just got to the second highest spell level. I assume i have to get to the last spell level to finish, but how? I thought of dueling, but i can't find anyone who will duel. How else would i improve that?

Any ideas?

2007-12-16 18:43:11 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in PlayStation

2007-12-16 18:28:28 · 6 answers · asked by Denys 2 in Cameras

I can go to the website on my psp but I can't watch anything I have a version 3.73 and I have flash player enabled and have javascript turned on what should I do.

2007-12-16 18:23:48 · 1 answers · asked by Rocklee88 1 in PDAs & Handhelds

I'm a little confused about certain "dvd upconverters". Can they really upconvert a DVD to 1080p? If that's so, wouldn't that mean it would be the same quality as a blu ray or hd dvd? I'm guessing not cause if that was so there would be no need to upgrade to blu ray or hd-dvd, everyone would just get a dvd upconverter.

2007-12-16 17:17:10 · 4 answers · asked by davideus85 2 in Home Theater

in a built up area, no cable (too expensive)

2007-12-16 17:08:04 · 3 answers · asked by Joseph F 1 in TVs

Something that's about $300, other than a TV, stereo, DVD player, or game system. Any input would be appreciated.

2007-12-16 16:56:19 · 1 answers · asked by Michael F 3 in Other - Electronics

Hi,

My brother has a large screen hdtv with component input but no hdmi port. Is there a way to convert from HDMI (output) to component (input)? So for instance, to be able to plug an HDMI enabled DVD Player to his Component (only) enabled tv.


Thanks in advance!

2007-12-16 16:45:18 · 2 answers · asked by James W 1 in Home Theater

2007-12-16 16:45:08 · 1 answers · asked by Emma E 1 in PlayStation

I want to know much it costs, the different pieces, and any extra cables needed.

2007-12-16 16:43:43 · 2 answers · asked by xk 2 in Home Theater

2007-12-16 16:43:42 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in PlayStation

What are the functions and attributes to look for in a Digital Camera?
Like How many mega pixels
the LCD monitor
wide angle view
With capable video recording with sounds
Whats else? and could you recommend a brand?
Is it practical to buy a water proof camera upto 10meters?
Advice please. Thanks.

2007-12-16 16:40:43 · 2 answers · asked by sonnyvillabert 2 in Cameras

'HD' and DVD.

2007-12-16 16:34:29 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in TiVO & DVRs

I'm planning to buy a new camera but not sure what to buy. I would like a dSLR but I can only afford entry-levels like the Nikon D40. I'm just wondering if it is worth it to invest on an entry-level dSLR or just buy a zoom camera like the Canon S3 or S5 IS?
If i buy a Nikon D40, i would have to settle on the kit lens for I can't afford a zoom lens or any other lens. On the other hand, I can have a high-zoom lens and save some money if I go for the Canon S3 or S5 IS for it cost less than the Nikon D40.
I've already read some reviews regarding those cameras and I already have an idea on what both can do. Actually I'm already to inclined to buy the Nikon D40, but I'm not too satisfied with the kit lens and at the same time I don't have extra bucks to immediately upgrade it.

2007-12-16 16:14:13 · 9 answers · asked by vince 2 in Cameras

I know they stopped making them earlier in the year but does anyone know where I can get hold of one (preferably other than E-Bay or Absolute Electronics.com

Thanks

2007-12-16 15:58:28 · 1 answers · asked by shouldbeworking 1 in PlayStation

I just bought a new sony cybershot dscw80 and i noticed that my pictures are coming out with a yellowish tint. the camera is brand new and i bought it because of the many good reviews people gave it. i cant figure out if the problem is with the camera or the lighting of the place i take it. i have tried taking it at two different spots so far and in both, there IS a yellowish tint.. any suggestions?
should i return it or is there a way i can fix this...

2007-12-16 15:48:02 · 4 answers · asked by A 6 in Cameras

i went to gamecrazy last night to trade in my old ps3 games for warhawk but the guy was like, you need to be with a parent or guardian if you are under the age of 18 "according to NYS law". i'm 16 but ive always rode my bike up there other times with my friends and bought games there without my parents with no problem. he was giving me an attitude because i asked him since when that happened and that ive bought games by myself and he was saying "theres a camera, im not going to lose my job over a couple of games". i was about to rip his head off. this guy didnt even know what he was talking about by saying blu-ray is sensitive so i should buy the warranty for the game and tried to sell a usb charge cable to my friend along with a bluetooh headset that already comes with a USB cable. so the question is- is there really a NYS law that states a person that is under age of 18 needs to have a parent in order to buy a game?

2007-12-16 15:45:09 · 5 answers · asked by BaSeBaLlKiD721 6 in PlayStation

My speakers have the binding posts that you stick the wire through and tighten the knob down on. Do banana plugs work on all binding post? Is there another better option than connecting the bare wire to the posts?

2007-12-16 15:42:38 · 4 answers · asked by zoso 1 in Home Theater

When I twist the calibration knob and set the meter to 1.5 does that mean my SWR is 1.5 or does it mean the meter is set wrong.

2007-12-16 15:18:42 · 4 answers · asked by Hook 'em Horns 3 in Other - Electronics

2007-12-16 15:12:05 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Music & Music Players