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  1. prism

    VW Golf Mk6 GTI vs Mk7 Golf

    I'm getting ready to retire my 04 Infiniti G35 coupe, and would like something with a bit more practicality but don't want to lose TOO much of the fun....I know that the Mk6 GTI will be more fun than the standard Mk7 Golf, but the Mk7 just looks so much better to me, and I won't be able to...
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    XBox One w/o Kinect for $400

    http://www.engadget.com/2014/05/13/xbox-one-400-dollars/
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    Best Gyms in Phoenix?

    I just moved from the west side of the valley up to the north part of the 51 and am not having any luck finding a decent gym. I work in the Biltmore area, and would be open to going somewhere around there as well. Only thing I've seen either by work or by my place that's a regular...
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    Anyone make this American Dad clip?

    There was an episode mebbe 5-6 years ago where a character says that the unhappiest people in the world live in Scottsdale, and I can't find that clip or quote anywhere online. I would very much like to make fun of my douchey Scottsdale acquaintance, so if anyone is able to upload that clip on...
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    Why is my mouse laggy??

    I have a wireless mouse that was laggy sometimes on my previous rig. I just built a brand new beast and the mouse seems to have no lag when nothing's open on my PC, but it's basically unusable in any game, and is moderately laggy when a website's open. I've tried a brand new wireless mouse and...
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    Now there are sweatpants for hipsters

    This makes me hate everything: http://www.zappos.com/dsquared2-new-dean-fit-wild-n-tuff-sweatpant-military
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    Will I need an aftermarket CPU Cooler?

    I'm building a gaming PC in a Lian LI PC-351 case, which will have an i5-4570 and a GTX 760. Think this will necessitate an aftermarket CPU cooler, or will the stock one be fine? I don't plan on overclocking, and I REALLY want my computer to be as quiet as possible.
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    How much to spend on mobo?

    I'm planning on getting an i5-4570 or 4760k, along with a GTX 760 and 16g of RAM. I don't plan on overclocking. Do I really need a $150+ mobo to get the most out of my system, or would something <$100 be just fine, albeit without all of the bells and whistles of something pricier?
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    Video card sizes?

    I desperately need to upgrade from my GT 640, but I'd like to put my system into a mini-ATX case (currently have a mini-ATX mobo and everything is in an open testbed). What do I need to look out for in card sizes to make sure everything will fit?
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    HTC One Messaging app

    Had my lovely One for a couple months now, but GOOD GOD the stock messaging app is horrendous. Any time I send an SMS to multiple people it takes at least ten seconds for my phone to process it; same thing happens when I get a response in the same thread. Also, if someone from the...
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    PayPal Question

    So I just sold something on ebay for the first time in a couple years. I received notification that the item was paid, but that the funds won't be available until around December 28th...I realize that I can apparently make it available sooner by printing my shipping label from ebay, but this...
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    Security Certificate errors on websites

    I've been getting tons of security certificate errors on websites such as Youtube, and I haven't been able to connect to the iTunes store for the same reason. My HDD hasn't been formatted in a couple years, so I did a full format, reinstalled Windows, and am still having the exact same problem...
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    Plateau'd....for a year....

    I drastically changed my lifestyle for the better 3.5 years ago, when I was 25 yrs old, 6', 290 lbs and ~35% bf according to one of the inaccurate handheld bf measurers. I cut out most processed food and soda for about 1.5 years and worked with a trainer/winged it by myself and got down to...
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    How often can I use a kettlebell?

    I'm finishing up a 12-week program in a few weeks, and have put on size and strength but didn't burn nearly as much fat as I wanted to. I'm ready to try something new: enter kettlebells. Can I do swings/cleans/squats with these everyday, should I be resting every other day, or does it all...
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    The Bourne Legacy: my half-drunk review: spoilers!

    1. Apparently having an old, fat white guy as a menacing behind-the-scenes force is a requirement for the Bourne movies. The first three used up the talent pool with Brian Cox and Albert Finney, so they had to get Pops from Lights Out (the short-lived FX boxing series). 2. Jeremy Renner's...
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    Cat leap vs unbranded HP refurb

    I'm in the market for a new monitor to replace my aging 21inch sceptre. Newegg has unbranded 27inch HP refurbs for $250 and are getting really good reviews. I know they're only 1080p, but how do these compare to the $300+ catleaps on eBay? I have a 3 year old rig that was average when I built...
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    Help a newb hook up his decent gear!

    Hey all, I've slowly put together a decent system (considering my budget), but need help putting it all together as I'm a complete noob to hooking up A/V equipment. I currently have: Onkyo SR-705 Receiver Hafler 220 stereo amp Samsung 46" LED LCD (couple years old, D6000 series?) x2...
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    Diablo 3 beta ran badly for me...

    My system basics are as follow: AMD Phenom II X3 @ 2.8Ghz Radeon 4850 4GB DDR2 TOR and Starcraft 2 run well-nigh buttery on my rig, but the Diablo 3 beta stutters up the wazoo, and any time there's a witch doctor on screen casting spells, the framerate drops well below 1 fps. Do you guys...
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    PC for music editing and HTPC

    Hey all, I have a co-worker that wants to build a PC with the following requirements, and keep it all below $2k with Windows 7 Home Premium, but no peripherals/monitor. He mainly wants to use it for editing music and as a powerful (and future-proof) HTPC. He's willing to spend up to this to...
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    Stubhub experiences?

    I'm about to use stubhub for the first time to buy tickets for a boxing match, but it says I won't get the tickets until just a few days before the match. How have your guys' experiences been with stubhub? What kind of guarantee do they have that the tickets will be legit? Sent from my Galaxy...
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    Mayweather vs. Cotto ticket prices

    I've never been to a boxing match before, and was hoping to buy tickets for my Dad and I since it's his 60th birthday this year....that is, until I found out how much tickets cost.... Going through www.mgm-grand.arena-tickets.org, the cheapest tickets are $738, and they go all the way up to...
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    Non-fishy fish with high omega 3s?

    I can't stand salmon, but I really like tilapia and shellfish. Any other regular fish besides tilapia that doesn't have that fishy flavor and that has pretty good omega 3:6 ratios?
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    What gadgets are you using?

    I always like reading the "IRL" articles on engadget, so I thought we could try something similar on here. The idea is to post the gadgets you currently use, and your opinions on them. Be as brief or long-winded as you like, but no flaming! MY GADGETS: Galaxy Nexus - I converted from an...
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    Kuro PDP-5020FD vs. Panny ST30

    The above model Kuro is on Craigslist at a place nearby for $800, supposedly in mint condition. Recommendations between this and a new ST30? If the Kuro would be the better option, is there anything I should look for when purchasing used?
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    Is this normal?...

    I tried out bikram yoga a couple weeks ago, and while I loved it, I have something slightly disconcerting happen to me every time. Awhile after I start my workout, it becomes extremely hard for me to swallow excess saliva in my mouth, not because there's so much saliva, but it feels like either...
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    1st-gen Elite 360 died, questions on replacing....

    1. If I took it somewhere to get it fixed (some local, shady place), would there be any personal info (credit card numbers, xbox live password info) left on my console if I removed the hard drive? 2. If I get a slim model 360, is there a way to transfer my files from my old HDD to the new one?
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    How to combine pushups/pullups with weightlifting routine?

    Right now I'm doing a split routine where I lift weights 3 days a week, with one day legs, one day chest/tris/shoulders and the last day biceps and back. Which day should I add in the pushups and pullups, since they work a combination of most upper body muscles?
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    When will Panasonic refresh their line of plasmas?

    I'm tempted to pull the trigger and by a 50-inch ST30, but I'm assuming I can get it cheaper once the refreshed model line comes out. Anyone know when this will be?
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    Will I still have Unlimited Data with Verizon if: ?

    My dad is joining the family plan that I'm on, and he's taking my iPhone 4. I plan on getting a Galaxy Nexus to replace it. Will I still get unlimited data on my Nexus, and he would be capped at whatever the new data rates are, or would we both suffer the new data caps? If it matters, I...
  30. prism

    MW3: not excited

    Is anyone else as un-excited about this game as I am?
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    Any PC gamers do this?

    Anyone here have their PC hooked up to their TV and use a controller (such as the Xbox 360 wired controller) to play certain games? I'm tempted to do this, as even though my computer is a couple years old and wasn't the highest end when I put it together, it can still crank out better graphics...
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    Having a Phone and Tablet with different OS's

    I have an iPhone 4, and am very tempted to get the Galaxy Tab 10.1 at Staples for $399 with the $100 off coupon, but have a couple reservations.... If I was to buy an iPad 2 instead, would I be able to download tablet-supported versions of the apps I already purchased on my iPhone for no...
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    Is my DVD/CD-ROM drive unfixable?

    My DVD/CD-ROM burner combo drive isn't detecting any discs, and I'm unable to boot from the disc drive (it tries to, but just skips it and goes straight to the hard drive). I checked the connections and everything looks good internally, plus the disc tray still ejects. I had originally...
  34. prism

    Best headphones for ~$50

    Hey all, just lookin for a decent pair of around-the-ear headphones in this price range. I saw some Shures on Amazon, tempted to buy em but figured I'd check here first. Thanks!
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    First time on a Concept2...

    ...and I did the 500m in 1:58. Is that any good for my first time? EDIT: I should mention it's also my first time rowing, not just on a Concept2.
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    Recommend me a new case

    Right now I have a Phenom X3 720 at 2.8ghz on a Gigabyte Micro-ATX mobo, 4g of DDR2, and a Radeon 4850. If I don't switch to the Dark (Mac) side, I will be getting a new case. I currently have an Antec NSK 1380 case, and it's just too big and noisy; I'd like to get a smaller case if possible...
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    Verizon Data-Throttling question

    If I've already purchased an iPhone and signed up for a 2-year contract with unlimited data, Verizon can't change my plan to a limited data plan in the middle of my contract, can they?
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    Best Buy Buy-Back Program Questions

    After looking at Best Buy's Buyback program, it almost looks too good to be true. The buyback prices for cell phones are based on off-contract, retail prices. Are these prices based off the retail price at the time of the phone's purchase, or at the time of the trade-in? Even if it's based...
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    Pushups/Pullups on Stronglifts offdays?

    I'm currently doing the basic Stronglift 5x5 routine every other day, with my main goal being losing weight. Would I be overworking my arms, shoulders and back by doing pushups and pullups on my offdays? Should I just stick to cardio on my offdays?
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    Recommend me a ~$150 turntable!

    I just got a bunch of old records from some friends who are moving, and I'm completely new to turntables. Can anyone recommend me a good turntable for around $150 or lower? I want something that'll sound good, and if I end up liking this whole vinyl shtick I may splurge for something nicer...