teh "what did you buy today"-thread

[Nando]

Nice! What specs did you get? I work with both. I like them both for different reasons. how do you like the screen?

I'm waiting for the ivy ultrabooks.

[FiftyQuid]

Congrats turbokon.  I was a heavy, HEAVY Windows user and then bought an aluminum unibody MacBook back in 2008.  Now the only time I ever touch Windows is at work.  BTW, I'm still using the same laptop.  Works almost as good as the day I took it out of the box.  It's been through two OS upgrades and the hard drive is almost 85% full.    Enjoy.

[storino03]

I'm the opposite. I have a 2007 macbook (all black, plastic body) and don't like it, and I doubt a macbook air would sway me. I can work faster on windows machines.

[turbokon]

Thanks, I got the 11in LCD, 128GB Flash storage, 1.7GH I5 and 4GB ram.  I think the retina display is only on macbook pro but the display is still awesome:)

[Samurai Ghost]

Some gal on craigslist had a box of SMS stuff for $160, and she accepted an offer of $130. Two systems (pretty beat up) hook ups, controllers, 3D glasses, and about 30 games (about half complete) including a couple more uncommon titles and a good selection overall. Good deal?

Sorry for the blurry pix.

[FiftyQuid]

I think it's an excellent deal.  What a great way to start off a SMS collection.  I was never into the system myself, but there are some great games for it.  Nice haul!  

I love that Sega Controller Stick.  The buttons are perfect for lefties!  I may need to buy one and re-wire it for my TG-16.  Back when I had a NES I constantly played games with my hands crossed.  My right thumb would be on the directional pad and my left hand would be underneath tapping buttons rapidly.

[jeffhlewis]

is that montezuma's complete? all said that sounds like a great starter deal.

I have an extra FM expansion chip if anyone's interested in an SMS mega mod (s-vid, rca's, FM audio)

[Mathius]

is that montezuma's complete? all said that sounds like a great starter deal.

I have an extra FM expansion chip if anyone's interested in an SMS mega mod (s-vid, rca's, FM audio)

Definitely get that puppy modded! I can speak for Jeff. A good friend that does excellent work.

[turbokon]

Great haul Samuria!! Games looks in great condition and complete in cases. I paid $70 (after haggling) from a pawn shop for one with 10 games and only a few were in it's cases.

[Sparky]

Picked up our first Mac yesterday. They say once you go Mac, you'll never go back.

It's true.. Have 2 ipads in the family now, they have been dropped and throw by my 2 year old and holding strong. Lick it pc !!

[storino03]

I really wouldn't call an ipad in the same vein as a mac laptop. I have an ipad too, and thought about getting an iphone 4S, but my android phone has been too invaluable to me to switch. ;p

[Samurai Ghost]

is that montezuma's complete? all said that sounds like a great starter deal.

I have an extra FM expansion chip if anyone's interested in an SMS mega mod (s-vid, rca's, FM audio)

Yes, it is complete and it great condition! I've seen that title go for $25+ so it's what attracted me to the deal. I agree it's a great starter set, but I'm far from a SMS beginner as I've had the system since it was released new BITD, but I am still quite a but away from completing my collection, so I've been buying lots like these as well as individual games like crazy these days.  NSTC SMS is probably the only system I'd ever consider going for a complete collection with but it will still take me years. Condition starts becoming an issue with the instructions and inserts. The white looks great but gets dirty so easily.

As for the mod I'm definitely interested in modding my original SMS to s-video and possibly FM sound. I know they output RBG natively but I don't have an RBG capable TV at the moment. As for FM sound I'm on the fence... I have a Japanese SMS and the FM sounds great, but I also like the original audio. Can you mod it so you can switch FM on or off? I'll send you a PM.

[Sparky]

I really wouldn't call an ipad in the same vein as a mac laptop. I have an ipad too, and thought about getting an iphone 4S, but my android phone has been too invaluable to me to switch. ;p

Hahaha been using a Mac since the early 90s.....Laptop, computer or a simple ipad.....It's a win any way you look at it (( shrugs))

[Samurai Ghost]

I really wouldn't call an ipad in the same vein as a mac laptop. I have an ipad too, and thought about getting an iphone 4S, but my android phone has been too invaluable to me to switch. ;p

I do 99% of my posting on these boards from my iPad. It's just too convenient. For example, I'm on the toilet right now, browsing the forums. I use my laptop for actual work, and the iPad for surfing the net and messing around.
Hahaha been using a Mac since the early 90s.....Laptop, computer or a simple ipad.....It's a win any way you look at it (( shrugs))

[roflmao]

Some gal on craigslist had a box of SMS stuff for $160, and she accepted an offer of $130. Two systems (pretty beat up) hook ups, controllers, 3D glasses, and about 30 games (about half complete) including a couple more uncommon titles and a good selection overall. Good deal?

Absolutely.  Even if neither system worked and all the games did, you'd be in the black.  Great deal.  I'm very tempted to offer something for the Hang-On & Astro Warrior cart.