You can see the selection of what Canada gets here. We had the service for a while and we were mostly happy with it, but it just didn't get enough use to keep the subscription. Netflix is incredibly easy to cancel with a click of the button though. No having to call in, or deal with retention like most cable companies.
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Canadian Gaming Deals and Discussion Thread 2
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You can see the selection of what Canada gets here. We had the service for a while and we were mostly happy with it, but it just didn't get enough use to keep the subscription. Netflix is incredibly easy to cancel with a click of the button though. No having to call in, or deal with retention like most cable companies.
PalaceBrother
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This list is awesome-thank you!
I'm quite happy with the service, and we mainly use it to watch tv shows. I wish there was a way to add items to a queue because the interface (PS3) isn't that great. I haven't tried it on the 360 but I think the feature set is similar.
I did the free Netflix trial and paid for 1 month, and then there was nothing left I wanted to watch. I wouldn't use it again unless it was the US version or they gave Canadians a similar selection, because they don't even give us 1/10th of what the US gets.
This site is good, especially if you want to see when Netflix titles are set to expire:
http://instantwatcher.com/genres/523
This site is good, especially if you want to see when Netflix titles are set to expire:
http://instantwatcher.com/genres/523
SMT
this show is not Breaking Bad why is it not Breaking Bad? it should be Breaking Bad dammit Breaking Bad
Hope she get well.
The Outrage on Netflix is awesome, all the kung-fu movies.
The site mentioned on RFD got PC games is legit.
But...but..... LOST......
radiantdreamer
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I totally regret not trading that in when it was still a good value. I could have re-bought it whenever I wanted and got a better deal from it.
On another note - are there any trade-in deals for old phones? I've got a bunch of dumb-phones, and (in future) an iPhone 3G that I wouldn't mind getting rid of for some cash.
Kuro Madoushi
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I used this once and the DNS or something was down and couldn't go on regular sites til I set it baxk
pseudomyxoma
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I use http://www.tunnelbear.com/ and it is literally just a switch you flip on and off. It also works for UK as well as US. It works really well and I watch stuff off of American Netflix all the time.
Really? I've never had any trouble with it before. But since it's just changing the DNS, it's pretty easy to revert back to default settings.
Finally got 95k Optimum points. I can use this to buy a 32GB Vita memory card right? Do all Shoppers carry vita stuff? Couldn't find any at the one I went to (Woodbine and O'conner, Toronto). Am I right in understanding that I can't get xbox points cards with the optimum points? I thought I heard there was a work around for that.
Assuming you can find a 32 GB card, yes. Generally the bigger locations have more video game stuff.
Some people have been known to buy something with their points and then return it for a Shoppers gift card to have more flexibility, but that's abusing the program if you do that on purpose, so if you did that frequently I think there's a good chance they'd flag you and remove you from the program.
Some people have been known to buy something with their points and then return it for a Shoppers gift card to have more flexibility, but that's abusing the program if you do that on purpose, so if you did that frequently I think there's a good chance they'd flag you and remove you from the program.
If you're planning to do the 95,000 points for $220, you might want to just do the 50,000 for $110 and save the rest of your points for later when you actually want to buy something with them. They've been doing 50,000 points for $125 at mega redemption in December, so it might be worthwhile to hold onto some points for that -- use them to do some x-mas shopping maybe.
I watch Netflix on my PS3, and it does have a queue. You have to select the item and then one of the choices in the list before you start to play is Add to Instant Queue.
An extra $5 for an Unblock Us account and you're set.
Big Chungus
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I tried that once but whenever i visited a website, it said i was visiting from germany or italy :S
Netflix (even the inferior Canadian version) is a godsend if you have children. I haven't rented a movie for my son(s) since I got Netflix, so I'm saving money by subscribing... well, I was when you could rent movies at least.
DJ_Lae
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YES. Their selection of kids shows is great, and the character interface on the Apple TV (not sure if other devices have something similar) is good too as my daughter can just flip through it by character rather than show and find what she wants quite easily.
Is that your site? I love it, am subscribed on RSS.
Yeah. I'm sorry I haven't updated the RSS code in forever
It's the next thing I'm working on, I swear. It's glitched out way too many times.pseudomyxoma
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had no idea you were a gaf poster, your site is super helpful btw
PalaceBrother
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This is helpful-thanks. Is there a similar feature on the website?
Just switched over to Koodo Mobile's new prepaid service. I absolutely love it so far. I have 4-5 bars versus my 0-1 bars I used to have. I live in southern Manitoba for reference.
Way better than Virgin so i thought I'd just give my impressions for any other prepaid phone users.
Way better than Virgin so i thought I'd just give my impressions for any other prepaid phone users.
Who was your old provider? Rogers, I presume? (Given that Bell/Telus share network)
I was on MTS for a while and it was terrible. There's a Telus tower not too far from my house but my phone would never pick it up (even though MTS and Telus supposedly share towers). I went to ask and the guy gave me a bunch of attitude even though I was being nice and patient the whole time. Then he went on a long rant. I cancelled my contract the same week. I've been trying a bunch of prepaid providers since, and I think Koodo is the best so far. I tried 7/11 Speak Out and Virgin Mobile. Virgin Mobile in particular were really rude for some reason.
But yeah, I'm enjoying my new service.
Mike Works
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Question for Canada cell phone GAF:
I have an iPhone 3GS and I'm pretty sure my contract (with Rogers) is up. I know that the big 3 carriers all offer almost identical plans, but how much do you think I should pay for a plan where I want:
- a lot of data (at least 3gb)
- next to no minutes (i almost never call people)
- unlimited texting
- visual voicemail & caller ID
any idea/suggestions?
I have an iPhone 3GS and I'm pretty sure my contract (with Rogers) is up. I know that the big 3 carriers all offer almost identical plans, but how much do you think I should pay for a plan where I want:
- a lot of data (at least 3gb)
- next to no minutes (i almost never call people)
- unlimited texting
- visual voicemail & caller ID
any idea/suggestions?
sweetvar26
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Starting tomorrow, Walmart has the BlackBerry Playbook 32GB Tablet for $148. Pricematch for more additional discount.
Credit goes to RFD.
Credit goes to RFD.
Onion_Relish
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The problem in canada is that there basically isn't anything built for people like you. What you should ask rogers for is
1: 27 dollar talk/text plan ... Has 150 daytime minutes, unltd text, and nights starting at 6
2: 6gb of data for 30 bucks
3: a discounted bundle that has the call display voicemail features in it. While I can't say what rogers policy is, I know that there should be something between 5-10 bucks at rogers that includes call display, voicemail, voicemail to text and visual voicemail.
So all that being said, you're probably in the neighbourhood of 62-67 plus tax. But considering how high it is you can probably ask for 50 off the phone or the hug charge waived.
I just did some retention stuff with a rogers agent so I'm pretty confident if you just ask for this you should get it (assuming you're within 6 months of your contract end date)
Ughhh Future Shop is down and I just found out they had Pokemon BW2 for $25 each ending today @_@
Call Retentions for sure. Tell them your contract is up, you're looking around at different companies to see who can offer you what you want and would prefer to stay with Rogers as you've been with them a while, and that you don't want to pay over $45 but need those features. See what happens. I'm sure you could get something for less than $55.
Yep, your best bet is to call Rogers and see what you can work out (easier to get a deal out of your current carrier, I think). I would think you can get what you're looking for for $60-ish with very little trouble (EDIT: maybe just standard voicemail? I know it's a costlier add-on than regular VM).
If you browse around places like howardforums.com or RFD you'll probably see people boasting of crazy plans... those might require more legwork than it's worth for you... but a little bit of haggling isn't too tough: I didn't find it hard to get a contract that I'm very happy with through Bell, and at the time they were said to be pretty steadfast on not giving certain deals (such as allowing early upgrades, which I was able to get).
Never hurts to namedrop the competition. You can get a Galaxy SIII with a $40 unlimited everything plan through Wind. They might argue you pay more up front, but over the life of the plan if you're paying advertised rates you'll save the unsubsidized price of the phone over 36 months.
If you browse around places like howardforums.com or RFD you'll probably see people boasting of crazy plans... those might require more legwork than it's worth for you... but a little bit of haggling isn't too tough: I didn't find it hard to get a contract that I'm very happy with through Bell, and at the time they were said to be pretty steadfast on not giving certain deals (such as allowing early upgrades, which I was able to get).
Never hurts to namedrop the competition. You can get a Galaxy SIII with a $40 unlimited everything plan through Wind. They might argue you pay more up front, but over the life of the plan if you're paying advertised rates you'll save the unsubsidized price of the phone over 36 months.
Had to check, as I've never actually gone to the website to watch anything, but yes it looks like there is a queue there as well.
radiantdreamer
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On another note, if you know someone who works in the government, you can get a government plan from Rogers for $45. I can't remember what it includes, but it's a pretty good deal, but I remember data is only 500mb. Plus if you get it from Costco, they give you an additional $75 gift card. Essentially you could get a Galaxy SIII for $65.
Works for other titles too. Dark Souls for $30, etc.
Onion_Relish
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Bell only recently reintroduced hspa service in Manitoba, and seeing as bell and virgin are pretty much the same, its no wonder tour service wasn't that good. The only places Bell really has service in MB is the greater Winnipeg area. And yes, telus ans MTS do share towers by it works the same way as every other partner agreement where MTS customers come first and telus comes second.
Name dropping wind or mobilicty doesn't really do anything to be perfectly honest. If you want that kind of a service, that's your choice, but bell/rogers/telus don't price match wind, so speaking to the retention team and mentioning one of their plans falls on deaf ears.
As I've said before, the easiest way to get what you want is to just ask. Don't skirt the question or say "ive been such a good ________ customer for _____ years" because that just insults the person you're speaking to. We can see how much you spend, how many times you call, how many years you've been around etc. Come with a game plan and say "I want this this this and that for a 2/3 year renewal, can you do it?" And 9 times out of 10 if its a pretty reasonable request it can be done right away or something pretty close to it can be arranged.
Now I'm really confused why I have 4-5 bars with Koodo (Telus) and had 0-1 bars with MTS. If they share the same towers, why did I get such bad signal even with the same unlocked phone? :S
narcosis219
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Do you have more details for this plan? Do I just walk up to the booth and ask for it? What does the plan include?
Lone_Prodigy
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Tomorrow is the last day.
Yep. Just pre-ordered and cancelled my Best Buy one
Yep. Just pre-ordered and cancelled my Best Buy one
It's such a great deal, so hard to pass up. It will be a while before you can save THAT much on a copy.
Yep. Just pre-ordered and cancelled my Best Buy one
Futureshop site is still down for maintenance. Going to do it as soon as it comes back up
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