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24" Soyo back on sale @ Office Max thru 1/5

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Nice deal. Anyone know of any reviews on it? I searched for the model number and didn't have much show up. I might stop by my local officemax tomorrow after work if this pans out.
 
Originally posted by: Insomniator
The review is:

terrible stand
no hdcp
bad osd

great, great picture quality
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The OSD isn't that bad as soon as you get used to it. The monitor also has hardware scaling to 4:3 resolution though the OSD. It simply turns the monitor into a 1600 x 1200 LCD, which is nice for older games. I've had mine for 4 months and am very happy with it.

 
I have this display and think it's a great buy for sure. The picture quality is really stunning compared to the TN panels you get for the same price. I went through 3 before I got the right one. The last three had issues with lines forming within a few hours, stretching the length of the screen. It was worth the hassle in the end because of the great picture quality & size for the price.

If you plan on going for it, keep in mind that OM has a full refund, no restocking fee within 14 days of purchase. If you decide to keep the display, get the one year warranty at least, it's only $30.

 
Originally posted by: Burpy
I have this display and think it's a great buy for sure. The picture quality is really stunning compared to the TN panels you get for the same price. I went through 3 before I got the right one. The last three had issues with lines forming within a few hours, stretching the length of the screen. It was worth the hassle in the end because of the great picture quality & size for the price.

If you plan on going for it, keep in mind that OM has a full refund, no restocking fee within 14 days of purchase. If you decide to keep the display, get the one year warranty at least, it's only $30.
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Most good credit cards (AMEX) automatically extend the warranty a year for free.
 
Originally posted by: Riverhound777
I found a decent review for those interested.

http://benchmarkreviews.com/in...sk=view&id=93&Itemid=1

Looks like I will be picking one of these up today if they have any. Anyone know if there are any working $30 off $150 coupons available?
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try the bay for some.. but you can also turn in 5 ink cartridges and you get a $15.00 discount too ... now if you can stack both $30off$150 + $15 ink.. then you got yourself a killer deal.

 
Well I'm posting on this from my new Soyo and all I can say is Wow... Coming from a 19inch CRT this thing is ridiculous. so far it looks just as good as my CRT but freakishly huge.
 
Originally posted by: Riverhound777
Well I'm posting on this from my new Soyo and all I can say is Wow... Coming from a 19inch CRT this thing is ridiculous. so far it looks just as good as my CRT but freakishly huge.
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welcome to the club.. I am enjoying it very much myself. And was even thinking in getting the extended warranty directly from OM for $39.99 for 2 years. Well worth it for some peace of mind. OM will fix, replace or even refund your full money if they cannot fix/replace your 24" soyo.

 
Originally posted by: ICR5
Originally posted by: Riverhound777
Well I'm posting on this from my new Soyo and all I can say is Wow... Coming from a 19inch CRT this thing is ridiculous. so far it looks just as good as my CRT but freakishly huge.
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welcome to the club.. I am enjoying it very much myself. And was even thinking in getting the extended warranty directly from OM for $39.99 for 2 years. Well worth it for some peace of mind. OM will fix, replace or even refund your full money if they cannot fix/replace your 24" soyo.
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I hear it breaks after a year

I might get it

but 1680x1050 is sufficient I hear
 
i went to pick one up after i got off work today and they were closed already for New Year's Eve! WTH do they think they are?!? 🙂
i guess it'll have to wait until Wedensday.

Happy New Years everyone.
be safe 😉
 
Originally posted by: ICR5
Originally posted by: Riverhound777
Well I'm posting on this from my new Soyo and all I can say is Wow... Coming from a 19inch CRT this thing is ridiculous. so far it looks just as good as my CRT but freakishly huge.
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welcome to the club.. I am enjoying it very much myself. And was even thinking in getting the extended warranty directly from OM for $39.99 for 2 years. Well worth it for some peace of mind. OM will fix, replace or even refund your full money if they cannot fix/replace your 24" soyo.
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It's $39.99 for 2 years? I paid $49.99 + tax for 2 years!!!
 
I just got one this morning.

All i can say is. WOAH !!

It is huge. I love it! I see no dead pixels yet, and no lines, yes it does put off some heat, but way less than my 19 inch crt.

I use it as my computer monitor and with windows media center. When im 3 inches away from it, looks good. When I set on my bed and watch TV 10 feet away, looks good.

I got the 49.99 replacement plan brings it to a total of 368. Not bad for a little of peace of mind.

Bottom line: If you need a bigger monitor and have 300bucks, get this. I suggest you get the replacement plan too, for 50bucks you can't beat it, take it back for anything, yes even a scruff.

Edit: as far as the game and ghosting goes, none so far... but I only played WoW and watched Spider-Man3, looks fantastic. Best 370 bucks i spent
 
Originally posted by: harbin
Originally posted by: ICR5
Originally posted by: Riverhound777
Well I'm posting on this from my new Soyo and all I can say is Wow... Coming from a 19inch CRT this thing is ridiculous. so far it looks just as good as my CRT but freakishly huge.
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welcome to the club.. I am enjoying it very much myself. And was even thinking in getting the extended warranty directly from OM for $39.99 for 2 years. Well worth it for some peace of mind. OM will fix, replace or even refund your full money if they cannot fix/replace your 24" soyo.
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It's $39.99 for 2 years? I paid $49.99 + tax for 2 years!!!
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opps you are right..its $49.99 for 2 years..
I wonder if the 5 Ink cartridges for $15.00 discount applies to extended warranties... hmmmm

$49.99 minus $15.00 = $ 34.99 for 2 year coverage 🙂

 
Excellent monitor for gaming.

I've got one at work and one at home, thinking about picking up a third so I can have a dedicated docking station at home that matches my work setup.
 
Originally posted by: doggyfromplanetwoof
I just got one this morning.

All i can say is. WOAH !!

It is huge. I love it! I see no dead pixels yet, and no lines, yes it does put off some heat, but way less than my 19 inch crt.

I use it as my computer monitor and with windows media center. When im 3 inches away from it, looks good. When I set on my bed and watch TV 10 feet away, looks good.

I got the 49.99 replacement plan brings it to a total of 368. Not bad for a little of peace of mind.

Bottom line: If you need a bigger monitor and have 300bucks, get this. I suggest you get the replacement plan too, for 50bucks you can't beat it, take it back for anything, yes even a scruff.

Edit: as far as the game and ghosting goes, none so far... but I only played WoW and watched Spider-Man3, looks fantastic. Best 370 bucks i spent
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Anyone knows something about this replacement plan? It covers from the date 1 year manufacture expires (kind of 3 years protection in total) or it starts from the date you purchased it and overlaps with the manufacture's warranty?
 
If you have an office max nearby I wouldn't hesitate they will exchange until you get a good one.

If you have to order online and dont have one for 50 miles then it isnt worth it.
 
Originally posted by: Insomniator
If you have an office max nearby I wouldn't hesitate they will exchange until you get a good one.

If you have to order online and dont have one for 50 miles then it isnt worth it.
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What is the Office Max return policy? Is it the typical 30 days?
 
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