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[Omlagus]

I ain't paying $200 for a calibration, that's how much I spent on the damn thing. XD

And you can't get into the innards proper without risking damage from not knowing what you're doing which I don't, the basic menu will only get you so far.

As others have noted your best bet is to either get the Disney WOW disc or the HD709 disc from AVS Forum which is free. Or if you have a blu-ray that has the THX optimizer on it already, that would be another option.

FS/BB charge $100 if you buy a new tv from them. And the quality of the work will vary widely. An ISF or THX certified calibrator will charge a minimum of $250 for the job, and it would take a good 3+ hours. There is a lot that is involved in the process.

Honestly though, not every TV has all the possible controls to do a full calibration, regardless of whether you go in the service menu or not. Get one of the disc options mentioned, set Brightness, Contrast, Sharpness, Colour and Tint and leave it at that. You can't properly adjust greyscale, gamma or colour by eye anyway.

 

[Gritesh]

Yeah, haha.

Ive got a little honda Prelude, and Im too fucking lazy to get my winter tyres put on, so pretty much any snow gets me stuck in these summer tyres, haha.

I can usually wiggle myself out, but I dont think I would have gotten anywhere without his help.

Haha not a problem man.

 

[Animal]

Guys I'm ready to buy the Zelda WiiU bundle. Where do I save the most monies?

 

[ryanmac]

Guys I'm ready to buy the Zelda WiiU bundle. Where do I save the most monies?

We just missed the Walmart.ca deal. They were selling them for $249.99 yesterday but it's sold out.

 

[Animal]

We just missed the Walmart.ca deal. They were selling them for $249.99 yesterday but it's sold out.

Was that online only?

EDIT: yes it was online only

 

[Returners]

Why do I need to pay for shipping on returns to Amazon because of some other retailer having a better price?

Can I get that charge reimbursed?

 

[isny]

Why do I need to pay for shipping on returns to Amazon because of some other retailer having a better price?

Can I get that charge reimbursed?

Protip: Item description not as described.

Just don't do it too often.

 

[espher]

Check their faceboook page for links to the Black Friday flyers. Staples is going to having a sale on laptops: https://www.facebook.com/redflagdeals

Cheers, ty sir.

 

[Tapejara]

Ugh, Aksys is really starting to piss me off. Sorcery Saga launches on December 10th and the game still isn't up for pre-order at any major Canadian retailers - despite Aksys saying to stay tuned for almost a month now. I emailed them about it and got this reply (can't post a screenshot of the email because in on mobile):

Here are few retailers that should be carrying the game in Canada:

THE BASEMENT    NIAGARA FALLS  ONTARIO  905-351-7133
P MARKET GAMING & TRADE CENTER    BELLEVILLE     ONTARIO    613-962-6959
LOCA-JEUX PLUS INC.    GRANBY    QUEBEC    450-372-7547


But if you're too far from any of those places, you can just go to the nearest video game independent retailer and ask to the owner to call Importel 800-871-4671 to order the game.


Please let us know if you have any other questions.

Aksys Games Support

Seriously,three retailers? Looks like I have to keep my order with Amazon.com. Just feels like they're totally ignoring their Canadian fanbase. Least they could do is tell us if Amazon/EB/etc are getting the game in, especially so close to launch.

/rant

Well, in good news, my Ys: Celceta LE shipped!

 

[frequency]

Got my little musical Zelda chest today, but no game.

The chest was packaged hilariously, in one of those cardboard envelopes - but it was too fat as a result to close, so they just wrapped it in elastic bands to keep it shut.

Mine came with the game in a bubble mailer.

 

[firehawk12]

Ugh, Aksys is really starting to piss me off. Sorcery Saga launches on December 10th and the game still isn't up for pre-order at any major Canadian retailers - despite Aksys saying to stay tuned for almost a month now. I emailed them about it and got this reply (can't post a screenshot of the email because in on mobile):

Seriously,three retailers? Looks like I have to keep my order with Amazon.com. Just feels like they're totally ignoring their Canadian fanbase. Least they could do is tell us if Amazon/EB/etc are getting the game in, especially so close to launch.

/rant

Well, in good news, my Ys: Celceta LE shipped!

Companies seem to be having a hard time getting the big retailers to carry their games at the moment. Even EB seems to be out of the super niche game... game.

 

[Firestorm]

We just missed the Walmart.ca deal. They were selling them for $249.99 yesterday but it's sold out.

It comes back it stock periodically. Price Match at Toys R Us for best price ($225).

 

[frequency]

Companies seem to be having a hard time getting the big retailers to carry their games at the moment. Even EB seems to be out of the super niche game... game.

Yeah I wouldn't blame Aksys here. Hometown Story was another recent one (Natsume) that EBGames rejected. They had expected and planned for it to be released through there in Canada with a pre-order bonus plush even. But EBGames decided no.

VGP will have it if you trust them after what happened with the hack. They had Hometown Story too. But they don't go through the regular channels to get their stock. A Natsume representative expressed surprise that they were stocking it and had no idea where they were getting it from. I assume this is also why Aksys never mentioned them as getting it in that email.

 

[Luigi87]

aaaww yeah amazon shipped my Zelda guides box set! Hope I get it tomorrow.\

edit: shipped by UPS... :*(

Likewise.
Thank god I'm actually off tomorrow, because ugh, UPS. My most hated of services...

I also did not realize it was shipping out this month, so there goes $100, lol, woops!

 

[sweetvar26]

So what do you guys think are the odds of me finding an Xbox for sale somewhere here in Edmonton?

Xbox One Standard Edition available at Best Buy

23 left as of right now.

 

[Lambtron]

Companies seem to be having a hard time getting the big retailers to carry their games at the moment. Even EB seems to be out of the super niche game... game.

This might explain why EB isn't listening Girls Fashion Shoot anywhere, huh.

 

[Troubleman1990]

Some people on RFD claiming that their shop.ca PS4 killzone bundle NOV 7. Preorder status changed to items in transit, anyone here?

Mines still on shipping soon.

 

[Lone_Prodigy]

Gaming deals for the Shoppers bonus redemption on Sat/Sun:

3DS XL $160
LoZ Link between Worlds $35
Pokemon X/Y $35
Mario & Luigi Wii U Deluxe $290
Mario 3D World $55

Also deals on old Xbox 360 and PS3 stuff if anyone still cares.

The redemption levels are $210/95000, $105/50000, or $70/38000 points.

Not a bad price for the 3DS XL.

 

[Returners]

http://www.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com/ca-en/store-credit2

Canada spend 60 get 10 back on Sony Entertainment Network.

 

[amrod]

anyone else not have there FS Xbox one games ship yet? Preordered back in JUNE on the e3 special and still waiting for them to charge CC and ship

Dead Rising 3 (Xbox One) - Day 1 Edition
Ryse Son of Rome (Xbox One) - Day 1 Edition
Tearaway (PlayStation Vita)

 

[firehawk12]

http://www.sonyentertainmentnetwork..../store-credit2

Canada spend 60 get 10 back on Sony Entertainment Network.

That seems pretty lame, considering Americans are getting 30 dollar PS+.

 

[Gerbs]

http://www.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com/ca-en/store-credit2

Canada spend 60 get 10 back on Sony Entertainment Network.

Promotion is available to legal Canada residents with a Sony Entertainment Network (“SEN”) account who are 18 or older and who have spent $60.00 CAD or more using the SEN Wallet between November 26th, 2013 and December 3rd, 2013.

Does this mean I can buy SEN cards at retail stores, redeem and then spend that cash in my wallet on something and still be eligible for this promo? Or do I need to add funds to my wallet right from a credit card?

 

[Lostconfused]

That seems pretty lame, considering Americans are getting 30 dollar PS+.

Americans get it too. So they can buy two years of PS+ and get $10 back.

 

[firehawk12]

Does this mean I can buy SEN cards at retail stores, redeem and then spend that cash in my wallet on something and still be eligible for this promo? Or do I need to add funds to my wallet right from a credit card?

Either works.

Americans get it too. So they can buy two years of PS+ and get $10 back.

Here's hoping they can do it for Canada.

 

[kaiyo]

Does this mean I can buy SEN cards at retail stores, redeem and then spend that cash in my wallet on something and still be eligible for this promo? Or do I need to add funds to my wallet right from a credit card?

You can use psn cards, paypal, or use credit card as long as you buy something from SEN store

stack it with the paypal 5% cashback =D

 

[Madness]

You guys think it's worth getting that Zelda 3DS bundle? Wal-Mart had it for $199, I was thinking of getting it PM'ed from Future Shop. Link to the Past is probably my favorite game of all-time. Don't know what else I'll play on 3DS though. Or is it better getting a regular 3DS XL and picking up the game?

 

[Tapejara]

Companies seem to be having a hard time getting the big retailers to carry their games at the moment. Even EB seems to be out of the super niche game... game.

Yeah I wouldn't blame Aksys here. Hometown Story was another recent one (Natsume) that EBGames rejected. They had expected and planned for it to be released through there in Canada with a pre-order bonus plush even. But EBGames decided no.

Ah okay, thanks for the info guys. I guess most of my frustration comes from Aksys' silence on the matter; but if it's an issue with retailers I assume there must be a reason they aren't saying anything.

Guess it's just out of their hands .

 

[snack]

http://www.sonyentertainmentnetwork.com/ca-en/store-credit2

Canada spend 60 get 10 back on Sony Entertainment Network.

... really? Is this the best they could do for us?

 

[Mike Works]

You can use psn cards, paypal, or use credit card as long as you buy something from SEN store

stack it with the paypal 5% cashback =D

5% paypal cashback?

Also, does anyone know of any Vita Black Friday deals? So far all I've seen is London Drugs offering it for $20 off.

 

[zroid]

Likewise.
Thank god I'm actually off tomorrow, because ugh, UPS. My most hated of services...

I also did not realize it was shipping out this month, so there goes $100, lol, woops!

Haha I know. I didn't even buy a new console yet and I'm STILL being sucked dry by this dang month!

 

[Razdek]

anyone else not have there FS Xbox one games ship yet? Preordered back in JUNE on the e3 special and still waiting for them to charge CC and ship

Dead Rising 3 (Xbox One) - Day 1 Edition
Ryse Son of Rome (Xbox One) - Day 1 Edition
Tearaway (PlayStation Vita)

Same here and it's getting ridiculous. I contacted customer service and they said the games were back ordered which I don't believe for one second.

 

[firehawk12]

5% paypal cashback?

Also, does anyone know of any Vita Black Friday deals? So far all I've seen is London Drugs offering it for $20 off.

They are giving 5% back on all purchases again. Just gotta make a small purchase first.

 

[Fuzzy]

You guys think it's worth getting that Zelda 3DS bundle? Wal-Mart had it for $199, I was thinking of getting it PM'ed from Future Shop. Link to the Past is probably my favorite game of all-time. Don't know what else I'll play on 3DS though. Or is it better getting a regular 3DS XL and picking up the game?

I'm not you so I can't say if it's worth it to you but I love mine. I got it from FS with a PM against Walmart. I sold the ALBW code for $30 and kept my physical copy from BB that came with the treasure chest.

5% paypal cashback?

From an email I got:

Hello XXXX,
In the spirit of the season, we’d like to share a little holiday spice.
Starting November 26th, 2013, make one purchase with PayPal and get 5% cash back on every additional purchase you make with PayPal until December 3, 2013. We’ll transfer your cash right into your PayPal account.

I guess you can check the PayPal site for more details.

 

[Madness]

I'm not you so I can't say if it's worth it to you but I love mine. I got it from FS with a PM against Walmart. I sold the ALBW code for $30 and kept my physical copy from BB that came with the treasure chest.



From an email I got:
I guess you can check the PayPal site for more details.

That does look beautiful. I only want it because of A Link Between Worlds, but I wonder if I should just buy a regular 3DS XL in black and then buy the game separately. How did you sell the "code", craigslist?

 

[Fuzzy]

That does look beautiful. I only want it because of A Link Between Worlds, but I wonder if I should just buy a regular 3DS XL in black and then buy the game separately. How did you sell the "code", craigslist?

Sold it here in this thread.

 

[amrod]

Same here and it's getting ridiculous. I contacted customer service and they said the games were back ordered which I don't believe for one second.

All my items are listed in stock

 

[Madness]

Sold it here in this thread.

Ah, thanks for that. I don't have any kind of paypal or anything set up. If I end up buying this today, I'll probably just put the code up for like $20 on craigslist, try and sell it quick and buy the physical case version.

 

[MrBambinoDent]

Anybody with an extra Xbone in Calgary area?
Even if you can ship to Calgary would be ok!

 

[Returners]

When does best buy and futureshop's flyers come online?

I want to see their Black Friday deals!

 

[Roto13]

I'm going to regret not buying that Zelda 3DS.

 

[zroid]

I would be the first one in line if our Targets were selling it for $150.

In other news, Zelda guides delivered! They were packed well by Amazon (which is a pleasant surprise from how they usually pack my stuff), and looks to be in solid condition.

 

[GoodCoffeeJoey]

Anybody with an extra Xbone in Calgary area?
Even if you can ship to Calgary would be ok!

I might in a couple days. I'm torn if I want to keep it or not.

 

[Joeku]

So unlike with Xbox Live Gold, Amazon.com-bought Playstation+ subscriptions don't work up here?

 

[soulstoner]

So unlike with Xbox Live Gold, Amazon.com-bought Playstation+ subscriptions don't work up here?

I bought the digital code of GTA V for $33 today and that redeemed just fine.

 

[snack]

I bought the digital code of GTA V for $33 today and that redeemed just fine.

Where did you buy it?

 

[daftstar]

When does best buy and futureshop's flyers come online?

I want to see their Black Friday deals!

Co-sign.

FS/BB has Star Fox 64 3DS for $14.99 if anyone's interested... I just ordered a copy online.

 

[Yawnier]

When does best buy and futureshop's flyers come online?

I want to see their Black Friday deals!

Some person is leaking the BB and FS flyers right now in a thread on RFD. I don't see any deals/scans on games yet tho.

 

[daftstar]

Some person is leaking the BB and FS flyers right now in a thread on RFD. I don't see any deals/scans on games yet tho.

Link plz?

 

[Yawnier]

Link plz?

http://forums.redflagdeals.com/future-shop-best-buy-1412155/4/

Posts #46 and #49, there's more to be uploaded I think.

 

[daftstar]

http://forums.redflagdeals.com/future-shop-best-buy-1412155/4/

Posts #46 and #49, there's more to be uploaded I think.

Appreciate it!