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Originally Posted by Jack_Frost you arent at that zombie convention here in San Antonio are you? >_>

I missed the zombie con but went to monster con lol here in SA
Looking forward to this weeks DOTD it's been a while since I've had a good DOTD

Forgive me for straying from subject matter, but while the topic of cons is up in the air - if anyone's going to GMX in good ol' Franklin, TN this coming weekend, you should hit me up.

On topic? Uh, I'm looking forward to hearing about the next set of deals

Checking the BB website, it looks like there is a gaming DOTD tomorrow. Just wanted to give everyone a heads up and maybe someone can shed some light on what it will be.

I hope its a good one

Originally Posted by coopscohen Checking the BB website, it looks like there is a gaming DOTD tomorrow. Just wanted to give everyone a heads up and maybe someone can shed some light on what it will be.

It's actually referring to today, the gaming DOTD is a gaming desktop.

On the other hand, there's deal for a $50 itunes card for $40. That's a decent deal.

Is it just me or is best buy's site ed when trying to check out right now?

I like the $50 for $40 iTunes deal. Thanks OP!

Although the model in the DoTD is crap in terms of spec (which is obvious for the price tag), I would recommend iBuyPower, I have dealt with them several times when I got too busy to build the rig. Customer service is always friendly, and their craftsmanship is very professional, even for my picky OCD standards (just make sure to choose the premium wiring package/or whatever it's called when ordering).

I don't know about this "gamer PC" DotD but just this past friday I bought an i5 3570k, asrock z77 pro4-m, 8gb 1600 RAM, and a corsair 500w PSU for $359(@microcenter but newegg is similar) after tax and before my $10 rebate. I already had a graphics card already and an ssd and an old antec case to house it all but if you include those add $200-250.

If you just want a buy it and use it experience I guess this DotD would be fine for current gen games running mid to low settings, but if you want any longevity and mid to high settings there is no better deal than to do it yourself.

Sorry guys and gals: no gaming deals this week.

Anyone that wants a Galaxy S3 on Friday they will be $100 w/a contract. Sick deal on that.

Originally Posted by VyseArcad1a Sorry guys and gals: no gaming deals this week. Anyone that wants a Galaxy S3 on Friday they will be $100 w/a contract. Sick deal on that.

Knew i should have waited an extra month to upgrade!!!! I have to take in my Atrix to exchange cause it only took me three weeks to crack the screen. I'll see if i can't make a switch with some sweet taking

Originally Posted by VyseArcad1a Sorry guys and gals: no gaming deals this week. Anyone that wants a Galaxy S3 on Friday they will be $100 w/a contract. Sick deal on that.

How much are they normally with a contract? I need a smartphone as I am using an old flip phone and I think I need to take the leap. I may need a 12 year old to teach me how to use it.

Originally Posted by slowdive21 How much are they normally with a contract? I need a smartphone as I am using an old flip phone and I think I need to take the leap. I may need a 12 year old to teach me how to use it.

I wanna say $200 but don't quote me. I think that's why i picked up my Atrix @ $100. I'm anti appleand i don't care to get into a debate right now, with that said; the S3 is the best Android out there right. However with phones, a better model is only months away

Originally Posted by shadowkast I wanna say $200 but don't quote me. I think that's why i picked up my Atrix @ $100. I'm anti appleand i don't care to get into a debate right now, with that said; the S3 is the best Android out there right. However with phones, a better model is only months away

I hope they have a demo model. I used to work for Verizon and I can't believe that stores like Target just have dummy display models. I looked the other day and I thought to myself. Ohh this one is a slightly smaller black box. I'm going on a tangent, but that must be a generational gap. I ask people about there phones and they show it to me with the screen off. WhyTF do I want to see a phone that is off? I want to see how the display looks and if it is responsive.

Bleh, the Itunes Deal isn't showing on their site. It shows there's still 55 minutes left on the deal of the day, but that one's not there. Lame Best Buy.

Originally Posted by smacd101 Bleh, the Itunes Deal isn't showing on their site. It shows there's still 55 minutes left on the deal of the day, but that one's not there. Lame Best Buy.

I think the deal changes about 1:30 AM EST.

Originally Posted by tehsolo I don't know about this "gamer PC" DotD but just this past friday I bought an i5 3570k, asrock z77 pro4-m, 8gb 1600 RAM, and a corsair 500w PSU for $359(@microcenter but newegg is similar) after tax and before my $10 rebate. I already had a graphics card already and an ssd and an old antec case to house it all but if you include those add $200-250. If you just want a buy it and use it experience I guess this DotD would be fine for current gen games running mid to low settings, but if you want any longevity and mid to high settings there is no better deal than to do it yourself.

Whoa, you got all that for $359? The processor and motherboard alone are that much.

Processor: $229.99
Motherboard: $134.99

Total = $364.98

I'd say that was a steal.

Originally Posted by slowdive21 I hope they have a demo model. I used to work for Verizon and I can't believe that stores like Target just have dummy display models. I looked the other day and I thought to myself. Ohh this one is a slightly smaller black box. I'm going on a tangent, but that must be a generational gap. I ask people about there phones and they show it to me with the screen off. WhyTF do I want to see a phone that is off? I want to see how the display looks and if it is responsive.

i get ya. I doubt you have that many more years on me though. There are display models, it's one of the more popular phones. I compare all the smart phones against each other and at the end of the day they are just really mini computers. They all do the same shit, they just have different specs. Some have this as a pro and con while others have that and this. They make calls, use the internet and play games. Simple....but yes,definite upgrade from your dinosaur fflipper

Originally Posted by shadowkast i get ya. I doubt you have that many more years on me though. There are display models, it's one of the more popular phones. I compare all the smart phones against each other and at the end of the day they are just really mini computers. They all do the same shit, they just have different specs. Some have this as a pro and con while others have that and this. They make calls, use the internet and play games. Simple....but yes,definite upgrade from your dinosaur fflipper

I myself tried to make the leap into Smart phones last year via Metro PCS. I paid $300 for a Samsung Galaxy Indulge that now sits in my closet. The damn battery didn't even last the 9 hours on standby while I was at work and the reception was s%#t. There's a reason why Metro PCS offers no contracts with unlimited talk/text/data for only $49.

At the moment I'm using a LG sliding phone with a full Qwerty keyboard from Verizon Unleashed which gives me unlimited talk/text for $50 a month pre-paid with no contract. I do enjoy Verizon's coverage and the phone can be on standby for 7 days + on one battery charge.

For this upcoming deal, are there any carriers you'd recommend? And in your experience, how long does the battery last?