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The Bargain Thread

pete_21

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on 30/10/2008 at 5:21:23PM

Total Posts: 1808

We have one purely for games.So here is one for any non console related bargains.Please feel free to add.

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pete_21

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on 29/10/2009 at 8:27:02AM

Total Posts: 1808

1.8 Metre HDMI cable £1.82 delivered : Here

I have one of the £50 odd ones (I didn't pay that) with zero oxygen,metal braided,solid gold plated things,have my Blu Ray player hooked up to with it.Also have a couple of £3 ones I bought off Ebuyer I use one to connect my Freeview PVR.A while back I decided to do a little experiment and switched the cables around.I can confirm it made no difference whatsoever,Blu Ray picture and sound was identical using either cable.The expensive one I have does look very pretty,shame its hidden around the back of my plasma !.For under £2 (especially when reading the feedback) you can't really go wrong.

pete_21

Regular

on 22/10/2009 at 7:10:51AM

Total Posts: 1808

LG 22'' LCD HD Ready Widescreen TV £189 : Here

Might not sound like a mega bargain but these great little panels are far better quality than you would expect from a sub £200 LCD TV.Build and AV quality is impressive (sound is very good for a unit of its kind).Just installed one for my great aunt last night as she has been forced to update due to the end of analogue transmissions.It's very easy to use as well.Would definitely recommend one of these for the bedroom,spare room etc. as they are excellent for the money.

pete_21

Regular

on 19/10/2009 at 8:41:53PM

Total Posts: 1808

Planet Earth Blu Ray Boxset £17.91 : Here

Dr Bongo

"never win anything"

Just Arrived

on 13/10/2009 at 4:13:57PM

Total Posts: 22

i got a massive lazyboy chair for a tenner at the local car boot sale, it's in great shape and even has a fridge at the bottom

"Shoryuken!"

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on 09/10/2009 at 12:40:10PM

Total Posts: 10173

The Hut DVD and Blu-ray 1 day sale is on today. Up to 80% off DVD and Blu-rays.

pete_21

Regular

on 05/10/2009 at 8:48:35AM

Edited: 5/10/09 8:49

Total Posts: 1808

Perhaps my dullest bargain post ever but thought it may be of interest to someone.Rolls of loft insulation £1 each with free delivery (or think you can order and collect from Build Centre) with NPower : Here

"Shoryuken!"

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on 04/10/2009 at 9:25:40PM

Total Posts: 10173

If you're after a decent sized good quality TV and have an old one lying about (or still being used) then Currys are currently doing a good trade in for the Sony S5500. £599 normally, but get £100 off of that price if you trade in your old TV. Doesn't even have to be working, they stick them outside the back door for someone to collect for scrap.

Garin

"Devil in disguise"

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on 26/09/2009 at 12:47:12PM

Total Posts: 2050

Its very easy to offer anecdotal evidence about these things. eg We've got 2 Acers here at the moment which I'd swear were engineered to last 1 year and 1 day. The moment the warranty expired they started developing faults.

I think its fair to say though that Toshiba's reputation isnt what it was. Theres been several high profile problems such as faulty memory modules across virtually their entire range and several class action lawsuits about design faults. So personally I wouldnt have enough confidence in the brand to buy one.

pete_21

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on 26/09/2009 at 8:42:58AM

Total Posts: 1808

Regarding Toshiba laptops my Aunt bought one about 4 years ago and she's never off the thing.Its been great,had no problems with it at all ?.

Another option if required is this Acer model at Comet.There is 3.5% quidco cashback available as well.Remember all laptops have a 12 month manufacturers warranty with them anyway,any problems would surely have reared there ugly heads within this time ?.

Sonic Chris

"G.K.Q Score = 9"

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on 25/09/2009 at 6:25:57PM

Total Posts: 820

This is of topic, but it sort of relates. Look at Xbox's, the amount of people who say they've had problems with it, and i've never had any trouble whatsoever with it. A product only has a problem if it breaks down on you, and you're usually covered by a warranty anyway ;)

McLong

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on 25/09/2009 at 6:02:58PM

Edited: 25/9/09 18:03

Total Posts: 338

For what it's worth, I've had a Toshiba laptop in the past which I had nothing but problems with. I've also got a Dell pc at the moment, which I've upgraded a few bits and bobs on, but it's still going strong after 3 years maybe?

I've set up about 3 Dell pcs for my Dad as well in the past 5 years and they're still doing well.

As mentioned below, you can spec your Dell laptop to your liking before buying. The only problem is it will take about 1 week to get shipped to you.

gr13ve

"hulagadoo"

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on 25/09/2009 at 5:46:14PM

Total Posts: 925

cheers pete, think ill go for the toshiba with 50quid cashback seems good.

pete_21

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on 25/09/2009 at 4:59:56PM

Total Posts: 1808

pb wrote:
But...it's Dell! :D

Ha !,I have 2 Dell PC's 1 desktop and 1 laptop and neither have ever missed a beat but I have heard about other people have having nightmare's with them.Back to the Toshiba I suppose then ? :S

"Shoryuken!"

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on 25/09/2009 at 4:53:45PM

Total Posts: 10173

But...it's Dell! :D

pete_21

Regular

on 25/09/2009 at 4:44:56PM

Edited: 25/9/09 16:46

Total Posts: 1808

Only other option I can find is this deal Dell have on the Inspirion 15 (its only on for this week).£349 delivered but don't forget there is 5% Quidco cashback (less vat) which would net this down to just over £330 delivered.The good thing about the Dell option is you can alter the components on the system if you want.The deals I have posted are about the best options I can find at the moment.If anyone else can find anything better (as I'm a bit rubbish with PC deals TBH) I'm sure it would be appreciated.Hope they help though mate.

pete_21

Regular

on 25/09/2009 at 3:52:57PM

Edited: 25/9/09 16:10

Total Posts: 1808

Just found this on laptopsdirect (good site).If you bought a lesser spec Toshiba L300D (but it does have a camera) from Laptopsdirect there is £50 cashback available on it if bought before 30/09/09.

Toshiba Laptop Cashback Offer

Looking at around £310 delivered for this from Laptops direct (including the cashback,haven't worked it out exactly).

Toshiba L300D @ Laptopsdirect

Specs here :

* Processor - AMD Athlon X2 QL-64 2.1 GHz Dual-Core
* RAM - 2 GB (installed) 8 GB (max) - DDR2 SDRAM
- Please call 0844 412 4525 for double memory offer
* Hard Drive - 160 GB
* Operating System - Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium
- Buy now and upgrade to Windows 7 for FREE
* Screen - 15.4 in TFT active matrix 1280 x 800
* Optical Drive - DVD±RW (±R DL) / DVD-RAM
* Graphics - ATI Radeon 3100
* Bluetooth - No
* Notebook Camera - Integrated - 0.3 Megapixel
* Warranty - 1 year warranty

pete_21

Regular

on 25/09/2009 at 2:16:21PM

Edited: 25/9/09 14:17

Total Posts: 1808

This Toshiba looks a decent spec for the cash.

If I see anything else,will let you know.

gr13ve

"hulagadoo"

Regular

on 24/09/2009 at 5:47:30PM

Total Posts: 925

Howdy folks, another request here :)

Looking for a new laptop, around £350 might stretch to £400. Just used for general tasks - internet, music, movies, office stuff. Preferably built in webcam/mic although not essential.

Ta muchly.

pete_21

Regular

on 22/09/2009 at 7:31:54PM

Total Posts: 1808

No problem mate :)

"Shoryuken!"

Moderator

on 22/09/2009 at 6:13:57PM

Total Posts: 10173

pete_21 wrote:
> Underworld Trilogy Blu Ray Boxset £14.93 :
> Here
>
Decided to get that set, thanks Pete.

"Shoryuken!"

Moderator

on 22/09/2009 at 10:22:40AM

Total Posts: 10173

Huge Play.com Autumn Sale

SanDisk Cruzer Micro 4GB USB Flash Drive / Ready Boost Enabled / Black £6.29

Logitech G25 Racing Wheel And Pedals (PC / PS2 / PS3)
£129.99 (save £120)

Band Of Brothers: Limited Edition Collectable Tin (6 Discs) (Blu-ray)]
£22.99

and loads more

pete_21

Regular

on 22/09/2009 at 8:19:43AM

Edited: 22/9/09 8:27

Total Posts: 1808

Underworld Trilogy Blu Ray Boxset £14.93 : Here

Only ever seen the first one,anyone know if the sequels are worth watching ?.

EDIT : Just checked CEX,they give £17 cash for these,watch them and sell them.Three films of Kate Beckinsale in tight leather in glorious HD and then £2 profit,result ! :)

CEX also give £22 cash for the Matrix Boxsets listed below.Fiver profit on those as well.If you just want to watch them its a better option than renting.

pete_21

Regular

on 22/09/2009 at 7:30:27AM

Total Posts: 1808

Matrix Blu Ray Boxset £16.99 : Here

Or you could just buy the first one for a tenner as both the sequels sucked anyway !.

pete_21

Regular

on 21/09/2009 at 8:30:25AM

Total Posts: 1808

Box of 40 GP Ultra AAA batteries £4.99 delivered : Here

End of line clearance.Handy for remotes etc.

Sonic Chris

"G.K.Q Score = 9"

Regular

on 20/09/2009 at 12:43:27PM

Total Posts: 820

Here's the TV which i've ordered. Thought some of you guys might like to check it out. I'll report back here when it's delivered and let you know what it's like. £99, it's worth a pop ;D

Check it out

pete_21

Regular

on 19/09/2009 at 8:31:37AM

Total Posts: 1808

Harry Potter 1 - 6 Blu Ray Boxset £39.95 Pre-order : Here

Emmie87

"THFC"

Regular

on 17/09/2009 at 7:49:22AM

Total Posts: 2764

HMV Sale

Some great bargains in here. Worth looking at

Step Brothers £3
Gremlins 1+2 £3
In Bruges £3
the list goes on!

JDD

"fuydgt8y"

New User

on 17/09/2009 at 4:55:12AM

Total Posts: 3

"Shoryuken!"

Moderator

on 16/09/2009 at 10:06:56AM

Total Posts: 10173

Have added a new Technical post as well this week. Not sure if I'll be in with a chance though as those reviews are good.

Warhunt

"Life int a DPS race"

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Send a message

on 16/09/2009 at 8:48:59AM

Total Posts: 1270

Is nice to see someone new writing some reviews this week. Pretty good, and I can't really fault them. Has a very unique feminine charm to them too :P

You might be up for a challenge if you decide to jump in this week mate.

Sonic Chris

"G.K.Q Score = 9"

Regular

on 15/09/2009 at 9:07:57PM

Total Posts: 820

Need to start entering stuff first. Got 2 things left to review. I'm gonna have to pull something out the hat, as i haven't reviewed for a few weeks (doesn't sound much, but it takes awhile to get back into it - well it does for me anyway! :P)

pete_21

Regular

on 15/09/2009 at 8:38:23PM

Total Posts: 1808

No problem at all Chris.

I would go for one of the Samsung panels if you can afford one.You just need to beat Emmie to some of those lovely £30 Amazon vouchers now mate ! :)

Sonic Chris

"G.K.Q Score = 9"

Regular

on 15/09/2009 at 8:17:10PM

Total Posts: 820

Wow! Challenge completed my friend ;D Thanks for the some of the awesome products and tips! As always, much appreciated pete ;)

pete_21

Regular

on 15/09/2009 at 7:54:43PM

Total Posts: 1808

Finally Chris,if you have a Richer Sounds nearby might be worth giving them a ring.They quite often have end of line deals,managers specials etc. My mate bagged a 50'' Pioneer Kuro on a killer deal from there.

pete_21

Regular

on 15/09/2009 at 7:39:45PM

Edited: 15/9/09 19:49

Total Posts: 1808

If you could stretch your budget mate,would consider one of these Samsung bad boys !.

Samsung 19'' HD Widescreen LCD TV with Freeview £179.99 Delivered : Here or Here

Or a 22'' model for just a tenner more : Here

pete_21

Regular

on 15/09/2009 at 7:35:02PM

Edited: 15/9/09 19:50

Total Posts: 1808

Grundig 16'' Widescreen LCD TV with Freeview £109.99 @ Argos.Item no. 529/3630 can be reserved for instore collection or home delivery costs £5.80.

pete_21

Regular

on 15/09/2009 at 7:18:02PM

Edited: 15/9/09 19:29

Total Posts: 1808

Right,here's one deal that might be of interest.Foehn & Hirsch (not very well known but people who bought them have been well impressed for the money,they come with 3 year warranty as well).There are specific £10 discount codes for each model.If you buy one don't forget to select super saver option for free delivery.Good company,bought quite a bit from them.

19'' Widescreen LCD TV with Freeview £139.99 : Here

Enter code QB336C8D2 at checkout brings it down to £130

Customer reviews of this unit can be read : Here

There is also a bundle offer in which that TV comes supplied with a wall mount : Here

Using the code QB336C8D2 its £134.98 delivered free with super saver option.

Will see what else I can find.

pete_21

Regular

on 15/09/2009 at 7:07:25PM

Total Posts: 1808

Sonic Chris wrote:
New one for you pete :) Looking for a decent sized HDTV (15inch
minimum ;D)

Challenge accepted ! :)

Presume you fancy a 'cheap and cheerful' job for the bedroom ?.Hook up 360 etc. ?.I'll see what I can find mate.