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LINX HDMI Cable - Premium 24K Gold Plated HDMI Lead for HD Ready TV's - 1.2 metres

from: Linx

July 27, 2006
What a great cable. Perfect Quality. Just the right length as a interconnect from Sky box to my Sony Bravia and from the PS3. These cable also have some flexibility, unlike some of the really expensive monster ones) so are nice and tidy and feed through the bravia cable holder just nicely. And at this price are a bargain. HD Picture is perfect.

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Casino Royale [Blu-ray] [2006]

starring: Daniel Craig, Claudio Santamaria, Jesper Christensen, Judi Dench, Jeffrey Wright
directed by: Martin Campbell

March 19, 2007
As other reviewers have noted, there was a general feeling of unease when a small, relatively unknown actor was slated to be the next James Bond. We needn't have worried, however, since all such concerns are dissipated in the first few moments of this latest addition to the Bond stable.

The opening sequence in grainy black-and-white is completely unexpected, beautifully handled and surprisingly gritty, setting the tone for the rest of the film. Within the first quarter of an hour or so we have had one of the most imaginative openings to a Bond, followed by one of the finer title sequences, topped off by a vertiginous (especially in Blu Ray!) chase sequence which may have you gasping.

Excellent stuff from director, cast ... Read More:

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Logitech Harmony One - Advanced Universal Remote Control

from: Logitech

February 01, 2008
I deem myself a technical person, though struggled at the beginning when using this. Having bought this a couple of months back, I really now feel more confident using the product to control the 7+ remotes that it has now replaced, since it now controls the: Panasonic TV, DVD recorder, AV Amp, Sky receiver, Technomate dish receiver & freeview box.

Has 2 main modes:
- Activities (you can have 6 of these), where one single selection from the main screen, multiple items can be switched on/off (in a macro format) to ensure the correct setup.
- Independent Control - whilst on an activity, to switch to another equipment kit and control it.

It does require a PC to install the software to settings, and to 'tweak' ... Read More:

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Logic3 PLAYSTATION 3 Blu-Ray Dvd Remote Control (PS3)

from: Logic 3

May 11, 2007
Beware! As a standalone remote for the PS3 the Logic3 is hopeless - either buy a genuine Sony PS3 DVD/Blu-ray remote or save your money & use a PS3 gamepad for DVDs & BDs. Also, a Harmony 555 will NOT correctly assimilate the Logic3's commands - be it via Harmony's database or manual input. Cheap, nasty & pointless!

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Star Trek : The Original Series - Season 1 Digitally Remastered (DVD On One Side & HD On The Other) [HD DVD]

starring: William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy

November 19, 2007
Well, i too was a bit worried when i heard that this project was in the offing, but i was also excited, having grown up with the original series and been a fan for years.
Having watched the old series time and time again, the one thing that jarred with it was the special effects, as they were very much of their time, and i always wished that they could be updated, much as the BBc have done with some of the classic Doctor Who DVD releases.
I have to say that the effects really add a depth to the original show and complement it. They do not detract from Star Trek in any way at all.
I cannot see how people can complain about losing the grainy old stock shots, which were always the same for every episode, and the wobbly-ness of the Enterprise's motion ... Read More:

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SanDisk - Micro SDHC 8GB Card with Adapter

from: SanDisk

February 06, 2008
......... You can't buy better than Scandisk, there are cheaper ones, but, are they reliable? Why not pay that little bit more and get peace of mind!

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DualShock 3 PS3 controller (PS3)

from: Sony

June 27, 2008
This controller is great the only differences from the sixaxis are the obvious weight difference which isnt to much of a problem feels like you have something to hold on to, if you get what i am saying. The rummble fuction is perfect too small a vibration and not over doing it. The big difference i have found with this controller is the battery life which after a week and several hours playing i havent lost a bar of battery life, unlike the sixaixs which i found i was charging up every time i wanted to play. 5/5

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The Dark Knight (2 Discs) [Blu-ray]

starring: Christian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Michael Caine, Maggie Gyllenhaal
directed by: Christopher Nolan

December 08, 2008
The movie is great, but this blu-ray comes in a variable aspect ratio, from 2:35:1 to 1:85:1, alternating from thatre and Imax versions...Well, for most people it may look nice, but i didn't like the effect on my 52 inch screen. In wide shots we have a 1:85 aspect ratio and the rest we have the cinemascope effect, so basicaly you see the movie alternating with the black bars and full screen. It looks weird for such a good movie

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Competition Pro Dual Controller Charging Dock (PS3)

from: Competition Pro

November 23, 2007
Do you have to plug this product into the wall, or can it work just from the PS3 on a USB port?

Anyone know?

Thanks

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Logitech Harmony 555 Universal Remote Control

from: Logitech


I have had a number of multi remotes over the years and this is comfortably the best.

The Harmony 555 succeeds where others fail as it manages to combine formidable device control, with comfort and convenience in everyday use.

I have the full suite of Sky+, projector and TV, multi amp, blu-ray, CD, etc, etc. This device handles pretty much all that is asked of it with no need to resort to the originals.

Critically, it is 'normal' remote sized so it actually does get used all the time. I have had previous fancy touch screens that are so boxy and large, they just don't sit comfortably in the hand, so I discarded in favor of the original remotes!

All of the design basics are right with this remote. The keypad layout is great for ... Read More: