XBox, Playstation and other gaming consoles

jassi · 22nd September 2009, 07:34

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Originally Posted by fiery enzyme

Guys a noob question. Is it possible to connect a PS3 to a LCD computer monitor?

Is it possible by default or by the way of getting some kind of converter cable?

not unless the lcd monitor has an hdmi port

fiery enzyme · 22nd September 2009, 14:37

Shucks!! I don't think it has one. All it has is the usual wire we connect to the CPU. Is there a workaround like some converter.

Thx for the answer.

jassi · 22nd September 2009, 22:44

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Originally Posted by fiery enzyme

Shucks!! I don't think it has one. All it has is the usual wire we connect to the CPU. Is there a workaround like some converter.

Thx for the answer.

ahem the first result of a search 'hdmi to vga' on google

Convert HDMI to VGA with HDCP

MadBiker · 23rd September 2009, 00:34

Guys, Im getting a PS3 Slim this weekend for 299$

What would be the customs hassles i would be required to face on my trip back to India? Also should i have it in the check-in-bag or my hand luggage?

Some one help me..

fiery enzyme · 23rd September 2009, 01:00

Wow. Thanks for the effort. I was thinking all the while it was a DVI input to my monitor. What exactly is the HDMI to DVI cable for then?

Side note: the HDMI to VGA cable is pretty expensive but it is a start for me to research further on.

jassi · 23rd September 2009, 09:27

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Originally Posted by MadBiker

Guys, Im getting a PS3 Slim this weekend for 299$

What would be the customs hassles i would be required to face on my trip back to India? Also should i have it in the check-in-bag or my hand luggage?

Some one help me..

the slim will be much easier to get in. I got one of my original PS3s from US and also many years ago the xbox360 from singapore. I've had absolutely no issues both at bombay and bangalore airports - it will show up as a harddisk on the scanner. Make sure you carry it in your handbaggage and dont have any signs of the PS3 box or things which make it look like new.

Sachin26 · 24th September 2009, 21:52

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Originally Posted by maverick555

good news for all gaming freaks

PS3 Price Cut Hits India
lolz now PS3 80 GB available for 20k
Also PS3 slim on its way

Any changes in price of X-BOX as well as in US the prices has been slashed by $100. Last I check the arcade was available for Rs16900.

GTO · 25th September 2009, 12:29

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Originally Posted by MadBiker

What would be the customs hassles i would be required to face on my trip back to India? Also should i have it in the check-in-bag or my hand luggage?

My brother carries his PS3 in his checked-in luggage each summer that he visits India (from the States). No complaints at all (twice with PS3 and once with PS2). I'd say the customs have a lot to do with luck

, yet they don't seem to bother for laptops, PS3s and cameras.

bigman · 25th September 2009, 12:48

Quote:

Originally Posted by MadBiker

Guys, Im getting a PS3 Slim this weekend for 299$

What would be the customs hassles i would be required to face on my trip back to India? Also should i have it in the check-in-bag or my hand luggage?

Some one help me..

Duty free allowance is RS24,000 (might even be RS25,000), bring your receipt and carry a print of your duty free allowance from the cbec web site. In addition to the ps3 you can carry a laptop duty free as they are not liable to duty and used personal effects such as a mobile and clothing.

Put it in your hand baggage if possible or if checking in then use a hard suitcase such as a samsonite or antler.

MadBiker · 26th September 2009, 20:31

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Originally Posted by jassi

the slim will be much easier to get in. I got one of my original PS3s from US and also many years ago the xbox360 from singapore. I've had absolutely no issues both at bombay and bangalore airports - it will show up as a harddisk on the scanner. Make sure you carry it in your handbaggage and dont have any signs of the PS3 box or things which make it look like new.

Quote:

Originally Posted by GTO

My brother carries his PS3 in his checked-in luggage each summer that he visits India (from the States). No complaints at all (twice with PS3 and once with PS2). I'd say the customs have a lot to do with luck

, yet they don't seem to bother for laptops, PS3s and cameras.

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Originally Posted by bigman

Duty free allowance is RS24,000 (might even be RS25,000), bring your receipt and carry a print of your duty free allowance from the cbec web site. In addition to the ps3 you can carry a laptop duty free as they are not liable to duty and used personal effects such as a mobile and clothing.

Put it in your hand baggage if possible or if checking in then use a hard suitcase such as a samsonite or antler.

Thanks so much for your replies..

I have got the PS3 for 299$ + tax that come around 340$.. Guess its a good deal, for 15,400 INR.

Also got a Need for Speed Shift for 70$..

Would be taking it up with my Hand Luggage, Thanks for your valuable replies!

im_srini · 5th October 2009, 15:49

Hi fellow-gamers,

Forza-Motorsport-3 (360) & Modern-Warfare-2 (360 & PS3) pre-orders open now !

jassi · 8th October 2009, 00:29

anyone tried the new nfs (shift or something) - i hear its good - but gt5 will be better :-)

Shan2nu · 8th October 2009, 01:13

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anyone tried the new nfs (shift or something) - i hear its good - but gt5 will be better :-)

GT5 is more for the serious racer. Guys who play racing games for the heck of it, wont enjoy it.

NFS has a completely diff kind of fan following. As unrealistic as the cars may be, its entertaining in its own way.

NFS makes you drive fast....GT5 makes you a fast driver.

So i dont think either game is a threat to the other.

Shan2nu

pulsar56 · 14th October 2009, 12:50

Uncharted 2 is released officially.
UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves

When will it be available in India?

_raVan_ · 21st October 2009, 10:26

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Originally Posted by pulsar56

Uncharted 2 is released officially.
UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves

When will it be available in India?

Its available now! And its one of the best games EVER made (my fellow gamer friend quoted so after playing it

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22nd September 2009, 14:37	#677
fiery enzyme BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: TN 01 Posts: 413 Thanked: 27 Times View My Garage	Shucks!! I don't think it has one. All it has is the usual wire we connect to the CPU. Is there a workaround like some converter. Thx for the answer.
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MadBiker BHPian Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Chennai Posts: 189 Thanked: 292 Times	Guys, Im getting a PS3 Slim this weekend for 299$ What would be the customs hassles i would be required to face on my trip back to India? Also should i have it in the check-in-bag or my hand luggage? Some one help me..
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fiery enzyme BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: TN 01 Posts: 413 Thanked: 27 Times View My Garage	Wow. Thanks for the effort. I was thinking all the while it was a DVI input to my monitor. What exactly is the HDMI to DVI cable for then? Side note: the HDMI to VGA cable is pretty expensive but it is a start for me to research further on.
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im_srini BHPian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Portland Posts: 1,010 Thanked: 491 Times View My Garage	Hi fellow-gamers, Forza-Motorsport-3 (360) & Modern-Warfare-2 (360 & PS3) pre-orders open now !
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jassi BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Melbourne Posts: 980 Thanked: 12 Times View My Garage	anyone tried the new nfs (shift or something) - i hear its good - but gt5 will be better :-)
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14th October 2009, 12:50	#689
pulsar56 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Sydney Posts: 1,174 Thanked: 343 Times View My Garage	Uncharted 2 is released officially. UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves When will it be available in India?
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