The3rdChildren Posted January 9, 2006 Posted January 9, 2006 I've heard issues of ghosting with the Joytech cables. I have a Joytech component lead, and on the 7thingy setting there is a slight ghostly hue to the image that annoys me. On 1080i there's no problem though, so I use that. I think ghosting occurs due to the cable, as a third party one will never be quite as good as the official. I was lucky to find a third party one, so I'm happy. Owen, on a Samsung note - all the sets are brilliant from what I've seen. The image on games is stunning, especially the Xbox 360, and you're not going to be unhappy with what you get here. Only issue with mine is RGB 60hz on GameCube, which looks a bit cack (possibly due to my broken cable?). I have the 32 inch Samsung with freeview and I'm just so damned pleased with it. Superb set. [EDIT] I'm referring to Ghosting as a slight double image. I'm aware ghosting can also mean blurring, like car lights in EA games. But I have no problems with that either, so it's a green light on television raceway.
Meik Posted January 9, 2006 Posted January 9, 2006 Right, also would it be best to use a VGA cable or is the HD cable which comes with your Xbox360 better, in your opinion? I didn't even know about the VGA cable before Meik mentioned it, can the 23'' Samsung use this? The 'response time' of the tv is important as well isn't it? One Samsung 23'' i saw had a response time of <12ms is that good? I'm SO SO confused! I know i have to set the tv/xbox360 at 720p to get the best pic, i don't know which cable is best to use, although the VGA is sold out everywhere isn't it? Meik was that you who posted a pic of there Samsung earlier in this thread or someone else? I don't want to spend £500 and not notice any difference in picture, it's pretty worrying! I don't want to be dissapointed. I posted the picture of the 26" Samsung, yes. Here it is again: As far as i'm aware the 23/26/32 TVs are all the same apart from the size. I've had mine for a month now and I honestly couldn't be more pleased with it, the picture is amazing. You'll be fine using the component cable that comes with the premium pack. Response time is fine, there is no ghosting. I give it 2 thumbs up, though if you're willing to spend £500 on the 23" i'd suggest you get the 26", you can find it for 570-600 online.
Owen Posted January 9, 2006 Posted January 9, 2006 Thanks for all your helpful feedback guys! I'm definately going with the Samsung one! Although it will have to be the 23'' i reckon, purely because i'm already short for money and the extra cash to buy the 26'' can help go towards all the 360 games i want which are supposadely out in March! I'll see.
Jon Posted January 9, 2006 Posted January 9, 2006 Or you could always get a widescreen monitor for like £400, Dell make some decent ones.
scubahood Posted January 9, 2006 Posted January 9, 2006 I got my Samsung 27 inch hd tv for £550 from play.com but they think they've put the price up now
Guest Jordan Posted January 10, 2006 Posted January 10, 2006 Me and Dom just noticed that the PGR3 demo just came out! I'm downloading right now. 1.25GB... huge.
Domstercool Posted January 10, 2006 Posted January 10, 2006 Yep we certainly did notice PGR3 demo, but I've already got the game. HO HO HO
Guest Jordan Posted January 10, 2006 Posted January 10, 2006 Holy fuck... PGR3 is so awesome. I'm off to buy it tomorrow!
The3rdChildren Posted January 10, 2006 Posted January 10, 2006 Holy fuck... PGR3 is so awesome. I'm off to buy it tomorrow! He always changes his tune, and he's a bit of a loon. He downloads for free, because he's a little cheapy. He wanks in a jar, we said he's going too far. He's a techno whore, always thirsty for more. And his sister is hot, although he'll tell you she's not. Jordan, with the long surname. He's Jordan, just a bit lame. He's Jordan, a torrenting shit. He's Jordan, desperate for a bit. He's Jordan, the little torrenting gay, if it's out now in the US it's downloading away. AWW YEAAH.
Caris Posted January 10, 2006 Posted January 10, 2006 Holy fuck... PGR3 is so awesome. I'm off to buy it tomorrow! RR6 seems terrible compared to it.
Matt Posted January 10, 2006 Posted January 10, 2006 Right, also would it be best to use a VGA cable or is the HD cable which comes with your Xbox360 better, in your opinion? I didn't even know about the VGA cable before Meik mentioned it, can the 23'' Samsung use this? The 'response time' of the tv is important as well isn't it? One Samsung 23'' i saw had a response time of <12ms is that good? I'm SO SO confused! I know i have to set the tv/xbox360 at 720p to get the best pic, i don't know which cable is best to use, although the VGA is sold out everywhere isn't it? Meik was that you who posted a pic of there Samsung earlier in this thread or someone else? I don't want to spend £500 and not notice any difference in picture, it's pretty worrying! I don't want to be dissapointed. You're best using the component (? or composite - I can't remember) cable that came with the 360. The 360 VGA cable supposedly makes all the colours look washed out. It's pretty much not recommended.
Guest Jordan Posted January 10, 2006 Posted January 10, 2006 He always changes his tune, and he's a bit of a loon. He downloads for free, because he's a little cheapy. He wanks in a jar, we said he's going too far. He's a techno whore, always thirsty for more. And his sister is hot, although he'll tell you she's not. Jordan, with the long surname. He's Jordan, just a bit lame. He's Jordan, a torrenting shit. He's Jordan, desperate for a bit. He's Jordan, the little torrenting gay, if it's out now in the US it's downloading away. AWW YEAAH. Lovely song Guy Pretty much all true :p
Owen Posted January 10, 2006 Posted January 10, 2006 I really love Dead Or Alive 4, but i'm rubbish at it! Sometimes you can't get a look in, as the computer doesn't stop kicking,punching, jumping etc.. Anyone know some quick tips? I know countering seems important (thats blocking your opponents move and then letting your character use it as a advantage). Dead or Alive 4 is gonna look absolutely fantastic on a HD LCD, it already looks stunning on my 32'' old phillips tv! I love the dinosaur and safari levels! My fav character is the wrestling woman at the mo with a mask on, but she seems to be losing her touch to later tougher characters! Oh and is it worth getting RR6 then? I have PGR3 and love it, but i don't really want my dad to waste £50 (it's gonna be a birthday game) on it, if it's worst then that!
Domstercool Posted January 10, 2006 Posted January 10, 2006 Ridge Racer 6 is a really fun racer and plays nothing like PGR3 at all. It's a very very arcade racing experience and that's what makes the game so damn fun. If you have ever played Ridge Racer Type 4 or Rider Racers on the psp then you know what you can expect from 6. If there is a minor problem with Ridge Racer 6, it's that the first cars you get feel quite slow but as soon as you get further and pick up the faster cars the game speeds up. Just a random note of experience here. I was playing RR6 one day and decided to put in PGR3, WOW was i shocked to find out that PGR3 didn't seem as smooth as it used to, it feel jaggery and frame skipping. I guess that what happens when you play a game at 60FPS and then move to one that is running at 30FPS.
Android18a Posted January 10, 2006 Posted January 10, 2006 I got Ridge Racer 6. It's fantastic fun. I love it, it's totally retro :-D R4 remains one of my most-loved racers ever.
Owen Posted January 10, 2006 Posted January 10, 2006 Well i love Ridge Racer on the PSP, but i think it may of been even more because of the superb graphics etc.. and i was playing on a handheld, not sure how it would feel on a console! Dead Or Alive 4 is HARD......actually HARD may be a understatement. However it has a addictive thing to it, that you say 'one more go' all the time....
Mr. Bananagrabber Posted January 10, 2006 Posted January 10, 2006 Okay-do any of the games out now warrant an immediate purchase. Or should I just wait until my birthday in June?
Hero-of-Time Posted January 10, 2006 Posted January 10, 2006 The Xbox 360 mag is out now with the FF11 Beta on the disc. Loads of people have picked it up all around the country. ( its all over the 360 official boards )
DiemetriX Posted January 10, 2006 Posted January 10, 2006 hmmm.. http://www.oxm.co.uk/ says thursdag I hope i find it here in Norway today
m_fergy Posted January 10, 2006 Posted January 10, 2006 DOA4 is Amazin :p But as Owen says its hard prac makes perfect tho anyone got it so we can play online ??
Stocka Posted January 10, 2006 Author Posted January 10, 2006 I just played the PGR3 demo and allthough I really don't get along well with car racers I thought it was great. I wouldn't buy it but the controls are great and graphics are pretty good. I'm on the last boss of Kameo (Thorn)and I think its pretty hard, I attacked him tell the bar was about 1/3 down and then I couldn't damage him anymore when he started jumping around. Hmm.. I'll have another go later. (don't tell me how to do it).
scubahood Posted January 10, 2006 Posted January 10, 2006 My city still doesn't have the mag fingers crossed for tomorrow
Owen Posted January 10, 2006 Posted January 10, 2006 DOA4 is Amazin :p But as Owen says its hard prac makes perfect tho anyone got it so we can play online ?? I've been playing on it all day! Just had a break and now on it again!
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