Author Topic: [WDYB] Things are still being bought! (Read 633765 times)

demi · « **Reply #3960 on:** May 07, 2012, 12:30:07 PM »

Do you have any spare monitors for sale? I'm still using the one I bought from you like 6 years ago. lol

cool breeze · « **Reply #3961 on:** May 07, 2012, 12:37:46 PM »

I'm about to order nearly that same config, Cruncheon, only without an SSD.

I would've last week but impressions on the heating and battery life delayed me. I realized the battery life isn't really an issue for me. And I guess 60c going up to 80-90c under load is only a bit worse than average for laptops? realistically it'll only play games plugged in, probably on a cooling pad or something and that could help.

MrAngryFace · « **Reply #3962 on:** May 07, 2012, 12:55:55 PM »

Quote from: demi on May 07, 2012, 12:30:07 PM

Do you have any spare monitors for sale? I'm still using the one I bought from you like 6 years ago. lol

I've got a 25.5 inch samsung I want to get rid of. When i get home I can get the model number and post the specifications.

Van Cruncheon · « **Reply #3963 on:** May 07, 2012, 01:27:38 PM »

Quote from: Linkzg on May 07, 2012, 12:37:46 PM

I'm about to order nearly that same config, Cruncheon, only without an SSD.

I would've last week but impressions on the heating and battery life delayed me. I realized the battery life isn't really an issue for me. And I guess 60c going up to 80-90c under load is only a bit worse than average for laptops? realistically it'll only play games plugged in, probably on a cooling pad or something and that could help.

pay the 35 for the ic diamond application. also, 80-90's a BIT hot, but acceptable overall for a performance laptop. i'm going to disable turbo boost, which should peel off 5-8c. without turbo boost, my old m14x ran around 85c on the cpu at max load (gpu wasn't bad, and i expect the 650m shouldn't be bad either), but when i disabled turbo boost, it never broke 78c. notebookreview.com says the heat doesn't appear to be a problem unless numbers scare you.

Van Cruncheon · « **Reply #3964 on:** May 07, 2012, 01:36:00 PM »

looking at posted furmark and prime95 benches for heat, it doesn't even run as hot as my m14x AFTER all my mods (repaste, repipe, custom bios). no worries there, then.

Van Cruncheon · « **Reply #3965 on:** May 07, 2012, 02:59:46 PM »

portable gaming. i spend a lot of time at work and away from the fort -- plus i hate being confined to one room at home (hence my preference for portable gaming)

cool breeze · « **Reply #3966 on:** May 07, 2012, 03:30:23 PM »

Quote from: Borys on May 07, 2012, 01:51:55 PM

Excellent laptop but isn't 11.6" too small for gaming? It's almost iPad size...

I'm getting it to replace my netbook and be a portable games machine.

Also why I'm thinking about getting the 90w psu over the included 120w. From what I understand it should be fine unless you want perform intensive operations while charging the battery. Or I'll just get both. The 90w psu is smaller.

bork · « **Reply #3967 on:** May 07, 2012, 03:48:03 PM »

Love the 11.6" size of that Sager and the price doesn't seem too bad. Would love to buy it but can't afford to shell out all the cash for it at once. May have to look into whatever payment plan options are being offered, but I think the wife would kill me.

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #3968 on:** May 07, 2012, 04:24:21 PM »

Quote from: The Business on May 07, 2012, 03:26:08 PM

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nice. what brand?

Robo · « **Reply #3969 on:** May 07, 2012, 04:39:39 PM »

So jealous right now.

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #3970 on:** May 07, 2012, 05:14:59 PM »

I'm more jealous, you can't get AE's in Canada without paying outrageous prices, which is silly because they are made in America so they should fall under free trade.

MrAngryFace · « **Reply #3971 on:** May 13, 2012, 03:25:41 PM »

Thumbs up

Akala · « **Reply #3972 on:** May 13, 2012, 04:11:39 PM »

diabloooooo

fistfulofmetal · « **Reply #3973 on:** May 15, 2012, 05:33:36 PM »

NEVERMIND LOL

MrAngryFace · « **Reply #3974 on:** May 15, 2012, 06:05:53 PM »

tiesto · « **Reply #3975 on:** May 15, 2012, 07:00:55 PM »

MrAngryFace · « **Reply #3976 on:** May 15, 2012, 11:20:00 PM »

22 bux, cant go wrong

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #3977 on:** May 15, 2012, 11:26:02 PM »

Diablo 3 from blizz, u might have heard of it

MrAngryFace · « **Reply #3978 on:** May 15, 2012, 11:26:30 PM »

Is it an indie release?

Trent Dole · « **Reply #3979 on:** May 16, 2012, 12:29:42 AM »

Quote from: MrAngryFace on May 15, 2012, 11:20:00 PM

dodonpach 360

22 bux, cant go wrong

ooh, where at?

MrAngryFace · « **Reply #3980 on:** May 16, 2012, 12:32:43 AM »

http://www.play-asia.com/DoDonPachi_Resurrection_Deluxe_Edition/paOS-13-71-ej-49-en-70-4plb.html - indicates NTSC-U/C supported

Trent Dole · « **Reply #3981 on:** May 16, 2012, 02:52:48 AM »

Ordered as FUCK

Joe Molotov · « **Reply #3982 on:** May 16, 2012, 11:21:02 AM »

Quote from: MrAngryFace on May 15, 2012, 11:26:30 PM

Is it an indie release?

Yeah, just wait for the next Humble Indie Bundle to get it.

Brehvolution · « **Reply #3983 on:** May 16, 2012, 11:27:58 AM »

I bought a ticket to the gates of hell.

Trent Dole · « **Reply #3984 on:** May 16, 2012, 12:57:45 PM »

That's a weird sleeve thing dude, there's one in the bottom right corner of the box too.

MrAngryFace · « **Reply #3985 on:** May 16, 2012, 02:45:40 PM »

mine shipped- this plus Akai Katana = win week for Cave

fistfulofmetal · « **Reply #3986 on:** May 16, 2012, 03:33:43 PM »

Quote from: fistfulofmetal on May 15, 2012, 05:33:36 PM

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NEVERMIND LOL

Groogrux · « **Reply #3987 on:** May 26, 2012, 02:49:24 PM »

I'm actually a fan of the low tech Kindles and Nooks more that I am the tablet versions. If I'm going to get a tablet, I'm going to get a nice one with all the bells and whistles for a little more money that does all the same things the reader tablets do and more. Plus, the tablets are hard to read in any setting that isn't indoors, and they give me a headache if I try to read on one before bedtime.

Cormacaroni · « **Reply #3988 on:** May 26, 2012, 08:30:42 PM »

Yeah, cheap Kindles still trump the iPad for reading, even with the res bump on the iPad. Small, light, screen is easier on the eyes and just easier to read on.

chronovore · « **Reply #3989 on:** May 28, 2012, 11:37:59 PM »

I've wanted one of these for a while, so I finally bought one:
http://boingboing.net/2010/08/30/aeropress-fast-porta.html

Also got myself an additional headset since my iPhone headset picks up a lot of surrounding noise. A mess of SmartWool and Injiri socks, and pre-ordered Scott Rogers' new book on game design, Swipe This.

Robo · « **Reply #3990 on:** May 29, 2012, 01:42:27 AM »

Found a hardcover copy of Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell for under $5 at a used book store over the weekend.

Trent Dole · « **Reply #3991 on:** May 29, 2012, 02:12:40 AM »

I bought a fat McD's Angus burger and ated it. NOM NOM NOOOOM

Groogrux · « **Reply #3992 on:** May 29, 2012, 10:06:12 AM »

Quote from: chronovore on May 28, 2012, 11:37:59 PM

I've wanted one of these for a while, so I finally bought one:
http://boingboing.net/2010/08/30/aeropress-fast-porta.html

Oh man, that looks awesome. I've always wanted to get one of the Chemex or the vacuum pots...

[edit] BTW, if you haven't checked this site out before, it's great for most if not all the best coffee brewing methods:

http://stumptowncoffee.com/guide/press-pot/

Mupepe · « **Reply #3993 on:** May 29, 2012, 01:11:46 PM »

I'd hook up with you because of the bag.

I bought these over the weekend...

Mupepe · « **Reply #3994 on:** May 29, 2012, 01:46:21 PM »

You'll have to get my belt off first...

Forgot that I bought this too

MrAngryFace · « **Reply #3995 on:** May 29, 2012, 05:55:33 PM »

New book from my second favorite Warhammer 40k author? Yes please. Kind of put off by any book written in the first person, but he gets benefit of the doubt.

Normally avoid books ABOUT THE INTERNET- but this had a cover comment from the dude who wrote Traffic, which I found interesting.

chronovore · « **Reply #3996 on:** May 30, 2012, 02:06:57 AM »

History of Violence undersized trade paperback.
Another copy of Player of Games to gift to a friend.
Hardcopy photos of a bunch of iPhone snaps, for my sister, while I took the passport photo to get my wife's immigration petition going.

Prototype 2 since it was on sale for $30 on Amazon.
Choke DVD since it was only $6 on Amazon.

Between the socks and books and games and stuff... Yes, I'm beginning to get the impression that Amazon Prime may have been a lapse in purchase responsibility.

Quote from: andrwfields on May 29, 2012, 10:06:12 AM

Quote from: chronovore on May 28, 2012, 11:37:59 PM
I've wanted one of these for a while, so I finally bought one:
http://boingboing.net/2010/08/30/aeropress-fast-porta.html

Oh man, that looks awesome. I've always wanted to get one of the Chemex or the vacuum pots...

[edit] BTW, if you haven't checked this site out before, it's great for most if not all the best coffee brewing methods:

http://stumptowncoffee.com/guide/press-pot/

Oooh! Bookmarked!

Eric P · « **Reply #3997 on:** May 30, 2012, 09:11:24 AM »

Quote from: chronovore on May 30, 2012, 02:06:57 AM

Yes, I'm beginning to get the impression that Amazon Prime may have been a lapse in purchase responsibility.

Yeah I went kind of insane for a bit with Amazon Prime so I can relate. (see previous WHAT DID YOU BUY threads from a few years ago). I was literally buying more media than I could reasonably consume and as such I still have a hell of a backlog of stuff I need to read.

MrAngryFace · « **Reply #3998 on:** May 30, 2012, 09:28:55 AM »

PRIME IS AWESOME

Cormacaroni · « **Reply #3999 on:** May 30, 2012, 08:15:52 PM »

yep, shopping lists are a

-worthy relic of the past now. As soon as I notice I'm out of or want some small item, I buy it there and then. Fuck spending an hour of leisure time trotting to and fro and around a supermarket

Eric P · « **Reply #4000 on:** May 30, 2012, 08:26:20 PM »

25 lbs of local grass fed beef for $175.

meatshare

also Infamous 2 since it was cheapish on PSN. Is RDR on PS3 problematic or is it safe enough?

Cormacaroni · « **Reply #4001 on:** May 30, 2012, 08:30:11 PM »

mad jelly, we only get grain-fed here pretty much

Smooth Groove · « **Reply #4002 on:** May 30, 2012, 08:39:20 PM »

Quote from: Eric P on May 30, 2012, 08:26:20 PM

25 lbs of local grass fed beef for $175.

meatshare

also Infamous 2 since it was cheapish on PSN. Is RDR on PS3 problematic or is it safe enough?

Sweet. Any links for the meat hookups?

RDR is much better on the 360.

Cormacaroni · « **Reply #4003 on:** May 30, 2012, 08:43:12 PM »

it's too late for the 'damn, almost a weeks' worth' joke i suppose

Eric P · « **Reply #4004 on:** May 30, 2012, 08:45:46 PM »

Quote from: Smooth Groove on May 30, 2012, 08:39:20 PM

Quote from: Eric P on May 30, 2012, 08:26:20 PM
25 lbs of local grass fed beef for $175.

meatshare

also Infamous 2 since it was cheapish on PSN. Is RDR on PS3 problematic or is it safe enough?

Sweet. Any links for the meat hookups?

RDR is much better on the 360.

I just use a a local meetup group called Meatshare

http://www.meetup.com/meatshare/

If you want to find local stuff check out Local Harvest http://www.localharvest.org/

I figured it would be. I'll wait for a cheapo deal for the game on xbox. thx!

Purple Filth · « **Reply #4005 on:** May 30, 2012, 09:39:44 PM »

Nothing right now since i'm a filthy poor. :'(

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #4006 on:** June 01, 2012, 04:22:58 PM »

"Statistical Methods for Speech Recognition (Language, Speech, and Communication)"

"Iron Man 2 (Three-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo)"

"The Elements of Statistical Learning: Data Mining, Inference, and Prediction, Second Edition (Springer Series in Statistics)"

"Pattern Recognition and Machine Learning (Information Science and Statistics)"

"Ken Burns: Prohibition [Blu-ray]"
"Game of Thrones: The Complete First Season

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #4007 on:** June 03, 2012, 01:47:49 PM »

blazer

Pringo · « **Reply #4008 on:** June 03, 2012, 04:16:50 PM »

Stupidly expensive computer chair.

GTX 580. Didn't really need a new graphics card but I was able to get it for $150 and I wasn't going to turn down that price.

ManaByte · « **Reply #4009 on:** June 03, 2012, 05:41:48 PM »

Except Polish beef gives you mad cow.

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #4010 on:** June 03, 2012, 05:56:21 PM »

So that's how you got it. This explains a lot.

Mupepe · « **Reply #4011 on:** June 04, 2012, 11:52:52 AM »

Quote from: TheInfelicitousDandy on June 03, 2012, 01:47:49 PM

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blazer

Nice. Where is this from? Link?

Mupepe · « **Reply #4012 on:** June 04, 2012, 12:43:59 PM »

Hey Biz, where do you go for suits and sports jackets? I'm gonna hit up a Brooks Brothers for a classic suit this weekend and was wondering what you thought of them.

Mupepe · « **Reply #4013 on:** June 04, 2012, 01:08:38 PM »

That alteration rebate sounds tempting. This will be my first decent quality suit so I'm trying to do some research and get a few stores to visit.

Mr. Gundam · « **Reply #4014 on:** June 04, 2012, 01:10:06 PM »

I tend to buy my suits at Macy's since we get free alterations with our Macy's card status (have to spend a certain amount yearly).

Mupepe · « **Reply #4015 on:** June 04, 2012, 01:53:44 PM »

That might be a good option since I'm starting to look at building up a wardrobe now. Thanks for the tip, Gundam.

CajoleJuice · « **Reply #4016 on:** June 04, 2012, 02:13:22 PM »

I need to hit up Banana Republic and the Gap. I have a 50% off hook-up at those stores.

Joe Molotov · « **Reply #4017 on:** June 04, 2012, 02:27:20 PM »

Quote from: CajoleJuice on June 04, 2012, 02:13:22 PM

I need to hit up Banana Republic and the Gap. I have a 50% off hook-up at those stores.

Don't let your hookup get you caught up.

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #4018 on:** June 04, 2012, 03:02:31 PM »

Quote from: The Business on June 04, 2012, 01:06:30 PM

Brooks Brothers is expensive and I've found they cut their stuff for older men (looser than I like) I like to shop sales at J. Crew, Banana Republic, and Gap. I recently bought a custom made suit at Indochino and was happy with the price but the product was not perfect. However, they offer a $75 alterations rebate if you have to fix it so you can't go wrong, I guess. My arm holes were too low and I'll have to fix that.

Blazer seems to be gone from the site. I had to order a small length so it might be going back anyways but there was a 30% off deal yesterday so it was worth it. My two favorite shirts are BB but I had to get my grandma to extensively tailor them..

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #4019 on:** June 04, 2012, 03:20:56 PM »

4 for 3 deal for upcoming games
http://www.futureshop.ca/en-ca/e3.aspx?fullsite=true&CMP=BAC-120605_E3_gnation_ron#
Canadians only I think

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Author Topic: [WDYB] Things are still being bought! (Read 633765 times)