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Canadian Gaming Deals & Discussion 8: Don't Move Here For The Deals
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No email. The website yesterday said it was shipping and I would receive it today, but now I can't check.
opticalmace
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TBH it's not a bad deal, assuming that is actually a Strix 1070.
I would probably still buy/build it myself, since you can choose a better PSU, better cooler, better/more feature-filled motherboard, preference in case etc., for roughly the same price. Doesn't say what ram it is, so it's probably DDR4-2133, in which case you could go for faster ram (3000 or 3200). 32GB is overkill, I'd stick with 2x8 anyway.
Also dunno what the ssd/hdd are, probably not your first choice if you were to build it yourself.
tl;dr - better than I would expect for the price, but I would personally still build myself to improve on specific choices made in the build.
doctorcdcs
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we are!
TimeEffect
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Argh. Im so close. I need more advice:
OK, so we're getting 2 iphones + a macbook
Total is $4000
But Im thinking of downgrading the macbook to 128 GB Storage for $3737 total
I can THEN buy a 128 GB USB to for $40 and store all my media on it (mostly pics and vids worth 50 GB).
Isn't this a MUCH better option than spending the extra $240 on a 256 GB Mac HDD?
Or will I regret it?
My current macbook has been used for 5 years. Never had a space problem with the 250 GB HDD, but I was running close. I cleaned my Mac down to 100 GB, and can move 50 GB of media to an HDD.
So, Im realistically using like 60-70 GB of HDD...shouldn't I be fine with a 128 GB model? All I really do is browse the web and watch movies..... Should I just save the money and use a USB or just spend the extra $240?
OK, so we're getting 2 iphones + a macbook
Total is $4000
But Im thinking of downgrading the macbook to 128 GB Storage for $3737 total
I can THEN buy a 128 GB USB to for $40 and store all my media on it (mostly pics and vids worth 50 GB).
Isn't this a MUCH better option than spending the extra $240 on a 256 GB Mac HDD?
Or will I regret it?
My current macbook has been used for 5 years. Never had a space problem with the 250 GB HDD, but I was running close. I cleaned my Mac down to 100 GB, and can move 50 GB of media to an HDD.
So, Im realistically using like 60-70 GB of HDD...shouldn't I be fine with a 128 GB model? All I really do is browse the web and watch movies..... Should I just save the money and use a USB or just spend the extra $240?
For me personally, the downgrade sounds well worth it. It depends on how portable you get in terms of travel or using the laptop out of the house. But the USB option sounds like the better deal.
March of the Crabs
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Dragon Quest Builders or Skyrim? Both are on sale on Amazon. Haven't played Skyrim and haven't played Dragon Quest since the OG DS.
TimeEffect
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Honestly, Id only really use it at home. Dont have music on it (dont need it, have a phone/streaming). Major things are pics and vids from vacations, which I think Im better off storing on a 500 GB HDD or a 128 GB Flash Drive.
I think I can make the 128 GB model work. At best, I have a game like Hearthstone on my Macbook...
I just constantly hear that people regret the 128 GB model, but I assume they just have more need for storage than I do.
ReddishGUI
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I would say Skyrim... but DQB looks like a lot of fun(very different than the ds remakes though).
Rbk_3
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Keep in mind I have never owned a gaming PC and would have no idea what I am doing.
If you desperately don't want to put your own PC together I can recommend NCIX. If you put enough stuff in your cart to actually make a working PC they'll put it together and test it for 50 bucks (they wont put on big aftermarket coolers if it has to be shipped). Obviously it's been quite a few years since I've seen their work but when I did it in like 2008 their cable management was impeccable and they even ran 3Dmark for me.
Their black friday sale right now was good enough that I just caved in and put together a PC myself...seems like some of the better deals are already out of stock but they'll price match newegg.
But yeah, I'd be wary of prebuilt PSUs, never skimp on those. I almost ignored my own advice with this build as I have a functioning (but almost 6 years old) 850w, but I came to my senses and went with the evga supernova P2 instead. 10 year warranty is honestly insane and will be worth it when I do my next build.
Their black friday sale right now was good enough that I just caved in and put together a PC myself...seems like some of the better deals are already out of stock but they'll price match newegg.
But yeah, I'd be wary of prebuilt PSUs, never skimp on those. I almost ignored my own advice with this build as I have a functioning (but almost 6 years old) 850w, but I came to my senses and went with the evga supernova P2 instead. 10 year warranty is honestly insane and will be worth it when I do my next build.
The Elite
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They will also pack video cards separately but those are easy to attach.
DQ, easy. If Skyrim is half price three weeks after launch, then it will get much cheaper. DQ Builders is a super fun game.
HamsterPackage
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you got the correct game...
Good to hear. I read people saying it's repetitive, but what sandbox game isn't?
opticalmace
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I think I'm going to end up with two black New 3DSs. If you can't find one (though I think it won't be that hard to do) and would like to buy one off me at cost before I return one, just let me know.
One nice thing is that if you choose the parts from NCIX and pay them $50 (I think) they will build it for you, probably with a 1 year warranty too on the build.
I would suggest you post the same thing you wrote in the Need a New PC thread to get some additional feedback.
One nice thing is that if you choose the parts from NCIX and pay them $50 (I think) they will build it for you, probably with a 1 year warranty too on the build.
I would suggest you post the same thing you wrote in the Need a New PC thread to get some additional feedback.
N° 2048
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Dragon Quest Builders
MrBambinoDent
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I've had it for a few months now, best printer I ever owned!
Very reliable, quality is really good, unless you need colour printing, this the printer I'd recommend!
It also has a thick history of positive reviews, so I'm expecting it to last for a while!
Quintin DM
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DQ Builders for sure.
firehawk12
Subete no aware
Cool. I've been looking to just go laser and the ink jet scam behind for good.
Iamcorrupt
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I'm really getting a kick outta doom but maaan these texture issues make UE3 look like king of engines.
ReddishGUI
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I find idTech 6 to be pretty impressive.
DOOM looks great, runs great and most importantly, it's a real joy to play.
Rbk_3
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Thanks, I will do that.
Anyone here order FF15 Deluxe Edition from Amazon with Prime two day shipping? Mine is supposed to ship today but there's no update on whether or not it's being prepared for shipment right now. It's been saying "Will ship Nov 25" since the delay (ordered back when preorders first went up).
Bronetta
Ask me about the moon landing or the temperature at which jet fuel burns. You may be surprised at what you learn.
Theyll probably ship it out at night.
I'm in the same boat
Iamcorrupt
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it's certaibly a joy to play, it's extremely smooth but when I see stuff like this http://imgur.com/fseikaC
in basically every level it reminds me of waiting for these textures to pop in in gears, only with what I've played of doom some of these textures never load.
opticalmace
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What site/product?
Congrats! Yeah, even if you've budgeted for it it kind of stings, doesn't it? Can't believe how much money I spent this Black Friday.
Bestbuy. This is my first time experiencing this. So damn annoying.
Weird, is this on PC?
TheGamingBox
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http://www.bestbuy.ca/en-ca/product...spx?path=502abec42a8eede3088ae87965f3b2c4en02 any opinions on this tablet?
65"? 💸
SumptuousLemur
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Finally was able to go out once my wife got home and could stay with the baby.
Everything I wanted was sold out. Including games.
Fuck Black Friday. I've got tons of cash to spend as an adult with expendable cash but can't because you gotta be here when they open. Fuck this.
Everything I wanted was sold out. Including games.
Fuck Black Friday. I've got tons of cash to spend as an adult with expendable cash but can't because you gotta be here when they open. Fuck this.
my almost 9-year-old G15 is getting...gross. I'll miss the LCD screen but I'll be in an NCIX store for a pickup shortly and I might be on the lookout for a mechanical.
SwipeLeftHoney
Banned
Yes you can reuse the case. It should fit in quite easily
And... success! Price adjustment done for the Vizio P50-C1 I bought at the end of October.
$1000 (+tax) is a great deal for this set. I don't have an issue with 45ms lag (plus I always have the option for a non HDR 19ms lag input as well).
I chose this over the KS8000 before even though I was able to get them near the same price, due to the great black levels & dolby vision support, but it's even more worth it now that I ended up getting it for $1000. Perfect.
(Also, the agent may have applied an extra $100 on the price adjustment the way it sounded on the phone, so it may actually come out to $900 actually, but I'm just going to assume they did it correctly and said the adjustment wrong on the phone)
$1000 (+tax) is a great deal for this set. I don't have an issue with 45ms lag (plus I always have the option for a non HDR 19ms lag input as well).
I chose this over the KS8000 before even though I was able to get them near the same price, due to the great black levels & dolby vision support, but it's even more worth it now that I ended up getting it for $1000. Perfect.
(Also, the agent may have applied an extra $100 on the price adjustment the way it sounded on the phone, so it may actually come out to $900 actually, but I'm just going to assume they did it correctly and said the adjustment wrong on the phone)
I didn't reuse the case. It's glued and has a lot of foil inside. I just bought a cheap enclosure for like $10.
I bought the same one a few months ago, I'm reusing the case, but I tore up the foil pretty bad and the case is a bit dented. I'd say just be as gentle as possible and it should be fine.
Edit: Head's up, the drive makes a sound every once in a while, sort of a long beep. It doesn't affect anything when you're using the PS4. Just a minor annoyance. Not sure if the same issue exists on the PS4 Pro - I'm debating on putting the 2TB drive on it.
http://www.dell.com/en-ca/shop/dell-27-monitor-s2716dg/apd/210-agjr/monitors-flat-panel-widescreen
Best deal I've seen in a while. And they have a coupon code to knock another 10% off
doctorcdcs
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DJ_Lae
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I've got a really shitty cold with sinus migraine so my outing for the day consisted of London Drugs for fisherman's friends and I bought two packs of coffee that were on sale for black Friday. Whee!
I also got Doom, but man I did not expect that download size. I guess it's a good test of Telus' internet if nothing else.
I also got Doom, but man I did not expect that download size. I guess it's a good test of Telus' internet if nothing else.
TimeEffect
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^Thanks guys
Hey! About the Sandisk USB (128 GB). Im reading some complaints that it gets very hot... is it safe? I likely dont need it sticking into the USB all the time anyway, but just curious if I did
Hey! About the Sandisk USB (128 GB). Im reading some complaints that it gets very hot... is it safe? I likely dont need it sticking into the USB all the time anyway, but just curious if I did
ReddishGUI
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User 479360
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Didn't spend a cent today . Feels good.
. Feels good.It's not like I haven't spent about $700+ this last month. Let's not talk about that.
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