Recent content by halocline

Does anyone know if it's possible to convert an NTSC 8500DV to a PAL 8500DV? Software or hardware? I ask because I'm about to get one, and would be interested to know if I'll need to get a new card when I move back to Europe ... Thanks!

How do you pricematch Staples B&M with an online store? Just take in a printout? Thanks!

Can I PM a B&M Circuit City with Amazon.com? How, with a print out of the item from Amazon.com? I was just in my local CompUseless today trying to get a 64Mb card for $20, but a 256Mb for $60 is even better!

Yes, what is it with the price of groceries here? I was amazed when I moved to FL from the UK at how much food cost. Nearly $3 for a loaf of half-decent packaged bread?!?!? Fresh bread from a baker is astronomical ... That said fresh OJ was always cheaper than bottled water in the Sunshine...

... and if the price is 0.99 you pay 0.99 ... none of this $1.05 for a 99c burger (sales tax at the register it the most bizzare thing imho). edit Oh, and you don't pay VAT on "essentials" like food, fuel, telephone, books, etc. It's a luxury tax (ok so we can debate what qualifies as a luxury...

Both BigZoo and OneSuite charge a premium for calling overseas mobiles (at least to the UK and Ireland). Anyone found a carrier that doesn't charge this premium? Or one that has particularly good rates? I heard that some of the traditional domestic carriers didn't charge the premium if you...