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[outsidah]

Sweeeeet. I am hoping the 4b11 holds up as well as the 4g63 did, such a monster engine.

Yep, it sure is. 400HP daily driver. Love her except for the inhertly bad "Mitsu" qualities... (weak paint, cheap interior pieces, etc..)

You are part of the pioneers. The X felt very good when I drove it.. more civilized and refined then mine.. felt heavier on the test drive as well. I'd have to adjust to drive yours after the time I've had with mine.

Did you go with the 5-speed or the dual clutch gearbox?

Im betting on the 5spd. No matter how much faster the "DSG" is.. its no replacement for a real box. (Fun wise for me anyway)

 

[grendelrt]

Yeah I did 5spd, I am going to stop thread jacking now :lol Is there a car thread in OT?

 

[KingGondo]

^ My big pickup was this new Panasonic Plasma for the other bedroom. It's 42" so I went with the cheaper 720p model, since it doesn't make a whole lot of difference at the size and it was on sale.

Very nice stuff quality-wise, quite nice.

Have the exact same TV, I LOVE it.

 

[Mattlikewhoa]

Whattt! Welcome to the club

My EVO says hi.

I LOVE your Advan rims...Super aggressive, just the way I like em'

 

[n8NMONSTER]

Latest additions:

DJ Max Fever, and Disney Think Fast.

 

[LaserBuddha]

 

[a1m]

Wow, so many sweet cars. Anyway, this is my first pick-up in feb.

Luv me some Cowboy Bebop *mmmmm*

Cowboy Bebop: Serenade of Remembrance JP Limited Edition Box.

This month will be expensive.

 

[rSpooky]

Wow , I love the evo and the audi. Gratz on those !
I had a car pickup to, but a bit in a different class

:lol :lol :lol

I needed something to fit the whole fam in without them being cramped , traded my sunfire for it. It drives good tho, semi-auto/manual shift in it. tons of little luxery things and like 15 cupholders :lol So far, I recommend it as a family car.
The sports cars will come when all the kids have grown up ..

 

[consoul]

In today's mail:
Siren Blood Curse promo
Misadventures of Tron Bonne promo
SFTM Capcom soundtrack promo
Glass Rose (CING/Capcom)
+ Suzuki Bakuhatsu!

 

[Canti]

I finally got one of the games I played last year but never got. I actually tried to get it around Christmas time but my brother couldn't find it for me. So I got my haircut and went to Best Buy and spent like 10 minutes looking through shovelware and finally found a copy.

Now that I have added another figure to this game, they better release Pandora's Box and The Last Time travel dammit!

Canti - Clean that DS, and you have a freeloader :lol Get homebrew channel now

Grubby DS shows it's frequently used :lol

I have homebrew channel but brought the Freeloader before stable region free was available for it, now it's useless XD

 

[ruxtpin]

Wow , I love the evo and the audi. Gratz on those !
I had a car pickup to, but a bit in a different class

:lol :lol :lol

I needed something to fit the whole fam in without them being cramped , traded my sunfire for it. It drives good tho, semi-auto/manual shift in it. tons of little luxery things and like 15 cupholders :lol So far, I recommend it as a family car.
The sports cars will come when all the kids have grown up ..

You win this thread. Pictures of a minivan engine FTW. :lol

When I was in HS I had the family minivan as a hand-me-down. It drove, so I really didn't complain. heh

 

[NSider]

Phone finally arrived

- HTC Touch Diamond (fingerprint magnet), optimised with Diamond Tweak

Congrats, man.

If you want real optimization, you need a custom (aka "cooked") ROM. I recommend Dutty's Diamond V4 ROM.

I'm kind of an expert with the Diamond.. I had it for 7 months now, and I've been using HTC phones for many years. If you need anything (software recommendations, troubleshooting or anything else), PM me.

 

[Leonsito]

Congrats, man.

If you want real optimization, you need a custom (aka "cooked") ROM. I recommend Dutty's Diamond V4 ROM.

I'm kind of an expert with the Diamond.. I had it for 7 months now, and I've been using HTC phones for many years. If you need anything (software recommendations, troubleshooting or anything else), PM me.

My gf bought a HTC Diamond a couple of months ago, it's still with the original firm and software, what do you recommend me to install on it ?

 

[NSider]

I strongly recommend installing cooked ROMs. They are optimized in every way imaginable, and come with some great freeware, too. They are FAR superior to any "official" firmware.

It's a little tricky to flash them, though. I can do it in about 5 minutes, but you should be careful since many things could go wrong, and you could end up with a brick (that you could revive yourself of course, but it's a bit of a pain).

Fortunately, XDA-Developers made a great guide:

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=416211

The guide details the following:

A. Installing HardSPL to enable flashing cooked ROMs (kind of like jailbreaking an iPhone).
B. (optional) Flashing a "radio" ROM that marginally improves wireless reception and battery use.
C. Flashing the cooked ROM you prefer.

Here's a much easier and faster way to flash a cooked ROM that is not in the guide (you can do it only after installing HardSPL, though):

How to Flash Rom using Internal Storage Method , a safer, quicker and better way to flashing

* Rename *.NBH file to DIAMIMG.nbh (if it's not named that already)
* Copy to the root of Internal Storage (the 4GB internal flash memory drive)
* Soft Reset (red button under the stylus) while holding volume down button + back button <----
* Follow instructions on screen

Here's my favorite ROM. Credit to Duttythroy:

http://rapidshare.com/files/180717356/Duttys_5.2.20764.1.4.3_V4_Full_MSVC__2.03_.zip

Password:

V4 3.02 Produced by Dutty

Some great freeware:

G-Alarm: A wonderful alarm application.
TCPMP: A free media player that can do it all. Plays most desktop videos with no need for conversion.
Google Maps with Street View: As seen on the iPhone.
PockeTwit: A wonderful Twitter client with a great interface that can automatically upload photos and send your GPS location.
Skyfire: A free web browser that can play almost any video on the web.
Flash Player 7: Adds flash support to Opera Mobile and Pocket IE (not as good as Skyfire, though).
S2U2: Adds slide to unlock, a la the iPhone. Very nice, with many customization options.
S2V: A companion program for S2U2, mainly to choose another wallpaper.

Other freeware is found here:

http://freewareppc.com/

Install all to Internal Storage, except Skyfire and S2U2.

 

[Leonsito]

Woah, thanks man, that's more help than I expected, very nice.

It seems pretty straight forward, I will try and post my experiences

The phone is Vodafone branded, does it matters? At leats I've seen Diamond's ROMs with the Spanish language, but not in the Vodafone specific ones, I suppose that you lose all those shortcuts and logos from Vodafone but the phone works exactly the same (I only did this with my N95, but never touched an HTC).

For the GPS I will use the google street view as you recommend, there isn't any application for the use of the gps when you buy an HTC iirc, and my gf was asking me to find some to try it.

Also, any forum or web with guides and manuals than you can recommend me ?

Thanks A LOT for all the help, seriously

 

[Canti]

lots o' words

Thanks for all the info! I'll try it later, sounds good

 

[pr0cs]

I strongly recommend installing cooked ROMs.

Great notes!
My wife got a CDMA version of the Diamond late last year, the default rom has been terrible. I've been itching to try some of the cooked stuff to see if functions better but she'd have my nuts in a sling if I bricked the thing so I've been holding off.
The recent firmware upate for the phone has been a lot better but she still has on occasion had to reset the thing. I may slap on a new firmware if the resets get out of hand again.

 

[jecclr2003]

Wow , I love the evo and the audi. Gratz on those !
I had a car pickup to, but a bit in a different class

:lol :lol :lol

I needed something to fit the whole fam in without them being cramped , traded my sunfire for it. It drives good tho, semi-auto/manual shift in it. tons of little luxery things and like 15 cupholders :lol So far, I recommend it as a family car.
The sports cars will come when all the kids have grown up ..

I used to sell Kia....
There's a reason they have such a long warranty, YOU'RE GOING TO NEED IT.

Sure, they're safe.... but not the most dependable.

 

[NSider]

No problem, guys.

It seems pretty straight forward, I will try and post my experiences

The phone is Vodafone branded, does it matters? At leats I've seen Diamond's ROMs with the Spanish language, but not in the Vodafone specific ones, I suppose that you lose all those shortcuts and logos from Vodafone but the phone works exactly the same (I only did this with my N95, but never touched an HTC).

For the GPS I will use the google street view as you recommend, there isn't any application for the use of the gps when you buy an HTC iirc, and my gf was asking me to find some to try it.

Also, any forum or web with guides and manuals than you can recommend me ?

Thanks A LOT for all the help, seriously

Of course, all the Vodafone branding will go (it's still be SIM locked, though). If you need to keep the Opera bookmarks just backup "\Windows\Opera9\Opera6.adr". The ROM is in English, of course. The ROM chef needs to make a specific version for each language, and Dutty's ROM only comes in English.

Google Maps is fine for finding locations but, like the iPhone version, it's not that good for actual turn-by-turn navigation. If you want something more powerful that comes with 3D navigation, pre-loaded maps and voice guidance you'll need to cough up for software like Garmin Mobile XT ($100 US).

XDA-Developers is a great WinMo forum, and they have a pretty good Wiki section.

Forgot to include this:

http://www.skype.com/go/getskype-pocketpc-cab

 

[ArchAngel]

PN03!!!!1111

 

[distantmantra]

Wow, so many sweet cars. Anyway, this is my first pick-up in feb.

Luv me some Cowboy Bebop *mmmmm*

Cowboy Bebop: Serenade of Remembrance JP Limited Edition Box.

This month will be expensive.

I have the regular version that I bought in Akihabara for 1,500 yen a few years ago, but I never saw the LE while I was there. How much did that set you back, if you don't mind me asking?

 

[Aruarian Reflection]

I have the regular version that I bought in Akihabara for 1,500 yen a few years ago, but I never saw the LE while I was there. How much did that set you back, if you don't mind me asking?

I bought my LE for about 5000 yen a couple years ago from Trader in Shinjuku. The condition was rated A and it was pretty much untouched so I thought it was a good deal. I unfortunately have not played it yet. I don't know how to play import PS2 games

 

[distantmantra]

I bought my LE for about 5000 yen a couple years ago from Trader in Shinjuku. The condition was rated A and it was pretty much untouched so I thought it was a good deal. I unfortunately have not played it yet. I don't know how to play import PS2 games

Swap magic + flip top mod or a Japanese PS2/PS3. I used to do the swap magic method, but I ended up getting a Japanese PS2 in 2007. It's so much easier.

The game isn't that great. It's pretty terrible if you're not a fan of the license.

Apparently it came really close to getting released in North America, but Bandai Games ended up killing it.

 

[Aruarian Reflection]

I actually played the American version of Cowboy Bebop at E3 years back. I wasn't impressed, but I bought the LE in Japan on impulse since I like the series

 

[GoDLiKe]

 

[PuMa]

Have you watched RockNRolla yet? If you have, how was it? I loved Snatch and Lock Stock and was thinking about picking this up...

 

[LaserBuddha]

Have you watched RockNRolla yet? If you have, how was it? I loved Snatch and Lock Stock and was thinking about picking this up...

Saw it in theaters. It maybe ranks behind Lock Stock and Snatch but it is a very cool caper flick in the same vein. You'll like it.

 

[PuMa]

Saw it in theaters. It maybe ranks behind Lock Stock and Snatch but it is a very cool caper flick in the same vein. You'll like it.

Sweet. Thanks for the impressions.

 

[dreamer3kx]

I used to sell Kia....
There's a reason they have such a long warranty, YOU'RE GOING TO NEED IT.

Sure, they're safe.... but not the most dependable.

I had a kia when they started first popping up on the market, man what a shitty experience that was, everyday something would break, they were like the launch xbox 360's, I think they're much better now though also like the 360.:lol

 

[JEKKI]

Latest additions:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3315/3249676168_2dc19708d1_b.jpg

DJ Max Fever, and Disney Think Fast.

nasty n8~!!

 

[Keen]

Computer upgrade. From AMD FX53, Asus SK8V, 1 gig ram, Tagan PSU and ATI X800XT to:

Intel i7 920
Asus P6T Deluxe V2
6 gigs DDR3
Gainward GTX 295
Seasonic M12 700W PSU
Samsung Spinpoint F1 1TB hdd

Not pictured: Seagate Barracuda 500 gig hd, Pioneer dvd-rw, Vista Home Premium. Already had a case (Antec P182)

It runs slightly better now

Installed (somewhat of a mess):

 

[Manp]

Installed (somewhat of a mess):
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r112/Keen_78/random103.jpg

wth is that mess?! man, that's going to give me nightmares tonight!

j/k

Spoiler

fix that asap! >:|

 

[Iron_Scimitar]

32'' Sony Bravia

Used Gamecube from Gamestop for $29.99. Still have a couple of games and my Wavebird.

 

[Lyte Edge]

Apologies for the shit iPhone camera pic.

-Asus EEE 1000HA, birthday present for my wife (can anyone recommend a good free, non resource-hogging anti-virus?)

-Zack And Miri Make A Porno Blu-Ray

-Midnight Club L.A. PS3 (Was marked with a $39.99 sticker at Best Buy)

 

[Aruarian Reflection]

How do you like the 1000HA so far? I've been eyeing it but I might be waiting for the 1000HE.

 

[toneroni]

Apologies for the shit iPhone camera pic.

-Asus EEE 1000HA, birthday present for my wife (can anyone recommend a good free, non resource-hogging anti-virus?)

-Zack And Miri Make A Porno Blu-Ray

-Midnight Club L.A. PS3 (Was marked with a $39.99 sticker at Best Buy)

How do you like the EEE? My GF says shes gonna buy me a netbook and i was thinking about this one.
For a good free antivirus, I usually like Avast or Avira. Don't remember which one I use more though.

 

[Chaz Ashley]

This ...

and that ...

all Naka-san approved!

 

[CAVE343]

Computer upgrade. From AMD FX53, Asus SK8V, 1 gig ram, Tagan PSU and ATI X800XT to:

Intel i7 920
Asus P6T Deluxe V2
6 gigs DDR3
Gainward GTX 295
Seasonic M12 700W PSU
Samsung Spinpoint F1 1TB hdd

Not pictured: Seagate Barracuda 500 gig hd, Pioneer dvd-rw, Vista Home Premium. Already had a case (Antec P182)

It runs slightly better now


http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r112/Keen_78/random100.jpg

Installed (somewhat of a mess):
http://i142.photobucket.com/albums/r112/Keen_78/random103.jpg

Those components make an awesome computer. Nice one!

 

[Jason]

Where'd you get that?

Ultimate Shooting Collection

Still Walking
My favourite film of 2008. <3

 

[Stabby McSter]

finally my glasses came in
also, calc: great or greatest?

 

[rSpooky]

I used to sell Kia....
There's a reason they have such a long warranty, YOU'RE GOING TO NEED IT.

Sure, they're safe.... but not the most dependable.

I had a kia when they started first popping up on the market, man what a shitty experience that was, everyday something would break, they were like the launch xbox 360's, I think they're much better now though also like the 360.:lol

Thanks guys , you make me feel much better :lol

I know it is not the top of the line .. but hey neither was the price. AND I did not want a high/long car payment I'm good with it. Ill bitch in the OT when things go to shits..k?
:lol

 

[distantmantra]

Where'd you get that?

Australia-only preorder for the upcoming PS3/360 Genesis/Megadrive collection.

 

[sixteen-bit]

Australia-only preorder for the upcoming PS3/360 Genesis/Megadrive collection.

that is a sweet friggin bonus

 

[Median]

Shitty iPhone pic incoming, shield your eyes:

These are technically my third and fourth purchases toward the new PC I'm building, but since the Radeon 4870 and RAM still haven't been shipped (DAMN YOU NCIX), I'll just have to post these instead. I'm hoping to pick up a couple more cheap components in the next week or so, but the processor and PSU might have to wait until my next paycheck.

 

[Router]

Zack and Miri is out on Bluray.... Didn't it only just open in theaters?

 

[bpfd]

If you guys want to buy cars and post them in this thread I would appreciate it if you could get either a Dodge Challenger, Chrysler Sebring, or a Mercedes M-Class. I really need the job security.

 

[distantmantra]

Zack and Miri is out on Bluray.... Didn't it only just open in theaters?

It came out on Halloween and bombed, so it saw a quick turnaround to home video.

 

[Bluth54]

-Asus EEE 1000HA, birthday present for my wife (can anyone recommend a good free, non resource-hogging anti-virus?)

I just ordered that EEE PC model last week, I just got my 2 GB stick of RAM today and I should be getting the 1000HA tomorrow.

 

[JEKKI]

finally my glasses came in
also, calc: great or greatest?

nice! I jus went to the optemetrist today!!

but I didnt make a decision on glasses yet... coz I wanted to see which pair accents a hat well,

and I wasnt wearing a hat at the time, so I gotta go back tomorrow.

nerd it up!!

 

[Rlan]

This ...

and that ...

all Naka-san approved!

Hey Chaz, does it only have the six song suggested by this?

Your cover looks a tad different