Football Euro 2012

LA Galaxy 3-1 FC Dallas (6.08.2011) All Goals & Match Highlights

2011-08-27T21:19:00.000-07:00

LA Galaxy 3-1 FC Dallas (6.08.2011) All Goals & Match Highlights

Chelsea 3-1 Norwich City (27.08.2011) Full Match Highlights

2011-08-27T21:13:00.000-07:00

Chelsea 3-1 Norwich City (27.08.2011) Full Match Highlights

Liverpool 3 - 1 Bolton (27.08.2011) Liverpool Goals

2011-08-27T21:01:00.000-07:00

Liverpool 3 - 1 Bolton (27.08.2011) Liverpool Goals

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Northern Ireland vs. Italy

2011-06-23T04:36:00.000-07:00

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Northern Ireland vs. Italy

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Estonia vs. Italy

2011-06-22T04:21:00.000-07:00

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Estonia vs. Italy

EURO 2012 Qualifier - San Marino vs. Netherlands

2011-06-22T04:18:00.000-07:00

EURO 2012 Qualifier - San Marino vs. Netherlands

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Hungary vs. San Marino

2011-06-21T04:16:00.000-07:00

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Hungary vs. San Marino

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Switzerland vs. England

2011-06-21T04:12:00.000-07:00

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Switzerland vs. England

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Belgium vs. Germany

2011-06-20T04:09:00.000-07:00

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Belgium vs. Germany

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Portugal vs. Denmark

2011-06-20T04:06:00.000-07:00

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Portugal vs. Denmark

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Hungary vs. San Marino

2011-06-06T08:29:00.000-07:00

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Hungary vs. San Marino

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Czech Republic vs. Scotland

2011-06-05T08:27:00.000-07:00

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Czech Republic vs. Scotland

Russia 3-1 Armenia Euro 2012 Qualifiers 4 June 2011

2011-06-04T19:51:00.000-07:00

Russia 3-1 Armenia Euro 2012 Qualifiers 4 June 2011

Denmark 2-0 Iceland 4 June 2011 Euro 2012

2011-06-04T19:49:00.000-07:00

Denmark 2-0 Iceland 4 June 2011 Euro 2012

Greece 3-1 Malta 4 June 2011 Euro 2012 Qualifiers

2011-06-04T19:47:00.001-07:00

Greece 3-1 Malta 4 June 2011 Euro 2012 Qualifiers

Portugal 1-0 Norway Postiga Goal 4 June 2011 Euro 2012

2011-06-04T19:38:00.000-07:00

FT		Portugal [1 - 0] Norway

53'	[1 - 0]	H. Postiga

England 2-2 Switzerland 4 June 2011 Euro 2012 Qualifiers

2011-06-04T19:05:00.000-07:00

England 2-2 Switzerland 4 June 2011 Euro 2012 Qualifiers

FT		England [2 - 2] Switzerland

32'	[0 - 1]		T. Barnetta

35'	[0 - 2]		T. Barnetta

36'			J. Djourou

37'	[1 - 2]	F. Lampard (pen.)

45'			V. Behrami

51'	[2 - 2]	A. Young

64'		J. Wilshere

89'		R. Ferdinand

EURO 2012 Qualifiers - Switzerland vs. Wales

2011-06-04T08:25:00.000-07:00

EURO 2012 Qualifiers - Switzerland vs. Wales

EURO 2012 Qualifiers - Greece vs. Israel

2011-06-03T08:24:00.000-07:00

EURO 2012 Qualifiers - Greece vs. Israel

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Slovenia vs. Faroe Islands

2011-06-02T08:22:00.000-07:00

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Slovenia vs. Faroe Islands

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Switzerland vs. England

2011-06-01T08:18:00.001-07:00

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Switzerland vs. England

EURO 2012 Qualifiers - Finland vs. Hungary

2011-05-31T08:16:00.000-07:00

EURO 2012 Qualifiers - Finland vs. Hungary

EURO 2012 Qualifiers - Serbia vs. Northern Ireland

2011-05-30T08:12:00.000-07:00

EURO 2012 Qualifiers - Serbia vs. Northern Ireland

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Armenia vs. Ireland

2011-05-29T08:12:00.000-07:00

EURO 2012 Qualifier - Armenia vs. Ireland - 0:1 76th min. Fahey

Barcelona vs Manchester United 3-1 - All Goals & Full Match Highlights - CL Final 2011 - 28-05-2011

2011-05-28T18:49:00.000-07:00

FT		Barcelona [3 - 1] Manchester U.

27'	[1 - 0]	P. Rodriguez

34'	[1 - 1]		W. Rooney

54'	[2 - 1]	L. Messi

60'		D. Alves

61'			M. Carrick

69'	[3 - 1]	D. Villa

80'			L.A. Valencia

85'		V. Valdes

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Viewsonic VT2230 22-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV

2010-06-03T05:29:00.000-07:00

Viewsonic VT2230 22-Inch 1080p LCD HDTV
From ViewSonic

List Price:	$359.99
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Product Description

ViewSonic’s VT2230, 21.6-Inch Black Full HD LCDTV 1920x1080 Diagonal with Multi Function immerses you in the action with Full HD 1080p resolution delivering 100% of your HD signal for incredibly precise images. Revel in the unparalleled definition and detail delivered by 8000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and the high brightness panel. Super-fast video response and advanced image processing ensure extreme clarity in all your HD entertainment. The integrated ATSC/NTSC/QAM tuner and multiple connectivity options including HDMI with HDCP give you all the inputs you need for game consoles, DVD and Blu-Ray players and computers. Get maximum enjoyment in kids’ rooms, dens, kitchens and other small spaces in your home with the beautifully styled, highperformance VT2230 LCD HDTV.

Product Details

Amazon Sales Rank: #2761 in Consumer Electronics
Size: 22"
Color: Black
Brand: ViewSonic
Model: VT2230
Number of items: 1
Dimensions: 16.60" h x 20.90" w x 8.40" l, 16.53 pounds
Display size: 22

Features

Immerse yourself in the action with Full HD 1080p resolution for incredibly precise images
Revel in the unparalleled definition and detail delivered by 8000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
Super-fast video response and advanced image processing ensure extreme clarity in all your HD entertainment
Integrated ATSC/NTSC/QAM tuner and multiple connectivity options including HDMI with HDCP
Perfect for kids rooms, dens, kitchens and other small spaces in your home with its beautifully styling and high performance.
Integrated ATSC/NTSC/QAM tuner and multiple connectivity options including HDMI with HDCP players and computers.
Perfect for kids rooms, dens, kitchens and other small spaces in your home

Customer Reviews

Great Picture. Poor sound
The picture on this unit is absolutely outstanding which makes the "tin can" sound of the speakers all the more disappointing. Bought this unit for it's compact size and good looks. Hit the mark there. If using a seperate amp/speaker is an option then buy this TV otherwise shop for one with better sound.
Mixed review
Bought this because of the vga and QAM tuner. Have mixed feelings about this monitor. Picture quality is very good and a 22" HD TV/monitor 3' from your face is virtually a big screen TV. There are some nagging issues about this TV/Monitor

Pros:
Good picture quality
Good design
HDMI, Component, Composite, VGA inputs
Low cost...got it for $216 shipped from Tiger Direct

Cons:
Can't get all the clear QAM channels that I can with my older Panasonic EDTV plasma. I even connected it to the same splitter and tried all possible combinations of channel scanning. The physical User's manual doesn't state it has a QAM tuner even though Viewsonic's website says it does. The box does state that it can receive "Clear-QAM digital cable".

Cannot skip over or delete unwanted digital cable channels! Can only delete the analog ones. It's very, very frustrating. Half the channels are one's I don't care to see (religious, shopping, gov't etc..)

Sent Viewsonic an email asking about the QAM issue and it's been over a week and haven't heard back. At this point I don't know if the set or tuner is defective or whether it's supposed to be that way.

Wrote Tiger Direct letting them know about the QAM issue and they immediately sent me a return shipping link no questions asked. I've printed it out and have it reboxed. Been considering the price I payed for it and the added component, composite, S-vid and hdmi inputs and overall price and quality. I figure I'd be paying $160-180 for just a 22" VGA monitor. For $216 I have a VGA monitor with all the AV inputs......hmmmm. If anybody else has the same set and can comment on the issues I'm having I'd much appreciate it.
Great Value for money if it didn't break
I edited this review and gave it a one star because it quit working after two weeks. Tiger direct (The seller) was real good about taking it back and refunding my money.

Bought this for a bedroom TV and it works great. Got it for $199 from Tiger Direct through Amazon and the value for money can not be beat. Full 1080P and computer capable makes this one of the best buys I could find.
Shopped around and some of these at this size are going for $300 to $400 at only 720P in stores and some did not even have a PC hook up either.
The only downfall is if you have it sitting high up you can not tilt the screen downward. I put a spacer under the back of the stand to tilt it forward for better viewing. It does tilt upward.
The on screen display is hard to see from a distance too but I can live with the faults for the price I picked this up at. Have not plugged a computer into it but Viewsonic has been making computer monitors for a long time and this would probably be a better monitor than TV although the TV works just fine. I had to refer to the manual to figure out how to scan for my digital cable TV signals but once I pressed the right buttons it scanned all of them with the QAM tuner with no problems.

VIZIO VL260M 26-Inch Full HD 1080p LCD HDTV

2010-06-02T05:26:00.000-07:00

VIZIO VL260M 26-Inch Full HD 1080p LCD HDTV
From Vizio, Inc.

Price:

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Product Description

Sleek, Elegant and Feature Rich Sleek, elegant and chic are just a few of the words that come to mind when describing this HDTV. Beautiful styling, dark java brown finish and feature rich with full 1080p resolution for crisp images and 50,000:1 contrast ratio for deep blacks. This small HDTV proves that good things do come in small sizes! Full HD resolution giving you razor sharp clarity, crisp and clear images and an absolutely amazing viewing experience.Current Version 3.0 ENERGY STAR TV products Specification require that all qualified televisions address both active and standby power (when your TV is on and off). This VIZIO HDTV exceeds the current minimum standards by 15% saving you money on your utility bills. Two built-in speakers provide the ultimate home theatre sound experience that will truly set it apart from the competition Sophisticated styling and deep java brown color enhance any room's decor

Product Details

Size: 26 Inch
Color: Java
Brand: Vizio
Model: VL260M
Dimensions: 21.00 pounds
Display size: 26

Features

Television Features: Digital Combo Filter, Sleep Timer, Wall Mountable, Detachable Base Stand
Maximum Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Vertical Resolution: 1080p
Video Upconversion: 1080p
Screen Refresh Rate: 60 Hz
Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Widescreen
Brightness(cd/m2): 400
Comb Filter Type: 3D Y/C Digital
Contrast Ratio: 50000:1
Dimensions: Length: 28.5 "; Width: 21.5 "; Depth: 7.3 "
Electronic Display Features: Closed Caption
Finish: Glossy
HD Compatibility: HD-Built-In HDTV/ATSC Tuner
Includes: Standard Remote Control, Warranty Card, Power Cord, User Manual
Input Type(s): S-Video, HDMI Port, 1 Component Video , 1 Composite Video , 1 S-Video , 1 PC , 2 HDMI
Output Type(s): Headphone Jack, 1 Optical Digital Audio
Product Weight: 22.18 Lb.
Response Time: 8ms Response Time
Tuner Type: ATSC/NTSC/QAM
Warranty Description: 1 Year Limited Manufacturer Warranty

Customer Reviews

Great value
Just picked this new Vizio up and love it! I was looking for a new TV for the bedroom and this fits the bill perfectly. The case comes in a new color Java which I was a little worried about initially. After having seen it in person before purchasing it and now having it in the house, I feel its a great color. It matches my dark merlot furniture very well. Setup was a breeze and I was watching TV in just a few minutes after getting it out of the box.

In the busy market of small TV's the personal reasons I went for the Vizio are:

1. One of the few 26" 1080p TV's (even though I understand most programming isn't offered in 1080)

2. Price point. Vizio is the best bargain out there for quality LCD TV's. I had considered the Samsung 22" that got great reviews, but for only a few dollars more, I got this TV that is 4" larger and is 1080p. Plus I have known folks to have issues with Samsung.

3. Style. I like the way the TV looks. Very sleek looking. Java is a neat color that isn't offered by anyone else. I'm sure other brands will start offering new colors now.

Overall the picture is amazing. I thought buying a Vizio meant compromising on picture quality to get a better price, but with this TV I didn't have to. Watching this TV right next to its competitors in the store really showed that Vizio offers a top notch product. Again the price can't be beat!
Vizio vs Sony LCD 26 inch
I recently purchased this vizio 1080p lcd from sams and brought it home to test it out. let me first say that i really had no intention of buying a different tv and was surprised at the quality after getting it home. All of my testing is with a samsung blu ray player 1600 in 1080p over hdmi. The black levels were the biggest fault in this tv. It was very difficult to enjoy almost any blu ray or standard dvd on this tv. There was jitter present also when watching movies and a strange up and down of the contrast levels on its own that was very annoying. I can only come to the conclusion that the people who have reviewed this set earlier dont know what to look for. I bought the sony 26 inch lcd at best buy and it has none of the above mentioned problems and the black levels are much much better. Movies look like they should and upscaling is awesome. It is totally worth the extra 50 bucks or so to get the sony if a 26 inch is the right size. I really wanted this vizio to work out, and have never owned a sony before. After reading the reviews i decided to give the vizio a try and can honestly say its not worth it. I dont think the samsung or panasonic 26 inchers are necessarily any better than the vizio from the reviews, but for me, the black levels were very important. This tv has great colors and sharpness but just doesnt look realistic in movies. I tested every possible correction i could think of and read about with the back light, contract, brightness etc, it was just not in the same league as the sony. sorry guys, nice try but the 1080p and 50,000 to 1 contrast ratio make no difference with the flaws that this has. keep coming back vizio :( wish i didnt have to return because im surely no sony fan, but i wanted the best lcd for the size and it blows it away.
Crisp, Sleek, Awesome Quality
My wife and I went to Best Buy today hoping to walk out of the store with the Sony BRAVIA 26-inch tv, which sold for about $389.99. When we arrived, this model was no longer available. Best Buy wasn't even pushing their own line, which is Insignia. Instead, the sales people were pushing me to upgrade to a 32-inch Sony. The intent of this new purchase was to install the tv into a bedroom and all we had was about 28-inches of reasonable space to install the tv on the wall. Even though the 32-inch Sony would be a great picture, we knew it would not fit in the wall space. We looked at the Insignia 26-inch 720p DVD Combo unit for about $329.99 and were ready to walk out the door with it, but hesitated and decided to check out BJ's Wholesale before.

When we walked into BJ's, we immediately saw the Vizio 26-inch VL260M LCD HDTV for about $319 and thought it was a great buy. Then we noticed with amaze that it was a Full HD 1080P. That is what made us decide on the purchase and walked out the door with it.

First off, there is no comparison between the Vizio 1080P versus the Best Buy Insignia 720P. The differences were in favor of the Vizio because of the higher pixels of 1080P; plus the price was about $10 cheaper for a better quality picture and brand.

Now, let me fill you in on a little secret. Even though I have a technical background, I am not up to par with the LCD tv's. This is my first LCD tv, upgrading from a big bulky tube tv. I really didn't know what the differences were until I started researching, only to discover that the 1080P meant the tv had 1080 pixels, versus the 720P. What this meant was the with 1080P, the clarity of the picture would be cleaner and crispier. For the $319 price at BJ's, I thought it was a steal.

I also purchased the Sylvania Wall Mount for 18" - 40" Plasma/LCD TVs for about $80 at BJ's. I wanted a heavy mount and one that would have full motion for me to move the screen from out of the corner to a good area where I could view the picture. This wall mount was also purchased at BJ's. Best Buy wanted to sell me a wall mount for $99 that would only allow the tv to move from left to right and not swivel or move up or down. If I wanted that feature, I would have to pay at least another $50 more. Instead, I saved and feel I got a very good mount for the Vizio tv.

Now onto the Vizio tv. Installation was simple. After mounting the wall mount bracket, I had to mount the tv onto the back of it and then it slid right into the bracket on the wall. Piece of cake. The tv is packaged in the box with the stand bracket, but I removed it to give a sleeker look when mounted on the wall.

Since I only bought the tv a few hours ago, I haven't quite got into all the audio and video hookups yet. That's my project for tomorrow, to hook up the speakers and other external devices. But, once you plug in the cable line to the back of the tv and turn it on, the setup mode is active. After you make your proper selections, choosing cable, the system will then do a search for all channels available, showing both the number of digital and analog channels while searching. The search takes about 5 minutes or so, but it runs by itself. After it is done, you are finished. It's that simple.

You don't need to be a technical wizard to install this tv, especially on a wall mount. I was planning on having my electrician mount the tv and set everything up, but that would have cost me more money. I thought that as long as I followed the directions, I could install it myself, which I did.

I also compared the Vizio to the Samsung and liked the sleeker look of the Vizio. It has more of a flat look to it, rather than the bulky Samsung shape. The deal at BJ's Wholesale was great, especially where now I am seeing normal retail prices for about $350. So, I saved a few bucks at a wholesale club. Either way, I would have spent the $350 for this tv because the clarity is incredible.

This model is beautifully styled with what Vizio calls a "dark java brown finish". I really don't know what drak java brown looks like but it's pretty close to black, IMO. The 1080p resolution displays razor sharp images and has a 50,000:1 contrast ratio for deep blacks and bright, vibrant colors. One of its features, which I have yet to experience is the SRS Trusurround HD(tm). I have a Bose surround system I intend to install on this and am sure with the SRS Truurround feature, it'll blow me out of the room.

There is another nice feature on this TV I am looking forward to experiencing. It is the capability of supporting connectivity to a computer via RGB to VGA connectivity. This is a feature I was looking for because having the ability to experience what I see on my computer, I can probably do the same with this TV.

The downside is there is no USB hookup, but if I can get my computer hooked up to it, who needs the USB port. It also does not have a built in DVD player, but then again, who needs it. You can buy a simple Sony dvd player for about $50 and plug it into the back of this TV. I am not really a big fan of builtins like the DVD player because if there is a problem with it, that's the end of it period. If the DVD player breaks or stops working, it's useless and you can't remove it and replace with a new one.

Overall, I would definitely recommend this Vizio model to anyone who is looking for an inexpensive and quality product. I think you will agree that the clarity on this LCD is pretty close to a Sony. Believe me that you will enjoy the TV experience.

Samsung LN40C630 40-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LCD HDTV (Black)

2010-06-01T05:22:00.000-07:00

Samsung LN40C630 40-Inch 1080p 120 Hz LCD HDTV (Black)
From Samsung

Price:

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Product Description

Make the move to the smoothest LCD action ever. Samsung's LN40C630 LCD HDTV offers incredible color and rich clarity, all on a 40-inch screen. Add the power of Samsung's Wide Color Enhancer, for a picture that optimizes a given color's hue, resulting in more natural rendering of colors and lifelike action. Samsung HDTVs are also ENERGY STAR compliant, helping the environment by using less energy while saving you money.

Product Details

Amazon Sales Rank: #76 in Consumer Electronics
Color: Black
Brand: Samsung
Model: LN40C630
Dimensions: 26.00" h x 38.50" w x 10.00" l, 38.80 pounds
Display size: 40

Features

Features 10Wx2 audio output
Features Wide Color Enhancer
Features AllShare
Features 2 ConnectShare Movie
Features 4 HDMI (ver 1.3), HDMI-CEC

Editorial Reviews

From the Manufacturer
(March 2010) The Samsung LCD 630 HDTV is a smooth operator: 120 Hz Clear Motion Rate technology allows you to see fast action with a smoothness that’s clearly ahead of the competition. The AllShare feature even allows you to sync up your entire household: A wired or wireless DLNA connection lets you stream your PC audio and video files to your HDTV using your remote. And Samsung’s Touch of Color design combines texture and color that will complement any décor.

Key Features

Screen Size: 40 inches
Full 1080p HD resolution: Enjoy the powerful picture quality, vivid colors and stunning clarity of Full HD 1080p resolution.
120 Hz clear Motion Rate: Samsung 120 Hz technology allows you to see fast action with a smoothness thats clearly ahead of the competition.
Touch of Color: Exclusive Charcoal Grey Touch of Color design combines texture and color that can complement any room.
ConnectShare Movie: Connect a thumb drive or digital camera quickly and easily. User-friendly interface allows access to videos, a music
playlist and pictures via the remote.
Exceeds ENERGY STAR Standards: Up to 43% more energy efficient than ENERGY STAR 4.0 minimum standards.
Game Mode enhances dark areas, sharpens the picture, speeds up the image processing response and enhances the sounds of your games. Picture and sound quality optimized for the special needs of gaming systems at the touch of a button.
Wide Color Enhancer Pro delivers the entire spectrum of color and luminance for rich, saturated images with intense detail.
BD Wise: Automatically adjusts all your componets for the best picture and sound quality.
AllShare: Sync up your entire household. A wired or wireless DLNA connection lets you stream your PC audio and video files to your HDTV using yoru remote.
10 Watts x 2 audio power stereo broadcast reception: Supports multichannel sound (MTS)and second audio program (SAP) with 181-channel capacity.
DNSe: Delivers high-quality sound with more natural effects than conventional methods by reproducing the “genuine” stereo sound.
Warranty: 1 year parts and 1 year labor warranty (90 days parts and labor for commercial use), backed by Samsung toll-free support.
Swivel Stand

Connections

4 HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface):
3 back, 1 side
HDMI makes it easy to connect your home theater with one cable per component.
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC): Allows peripheral AV devices such as a DVD player to be controlled by a Samsung TV remote control.
USB: 2 side
PC input: 1 back

Dimensions

TV without stand: 38.5 x 23.4 x 3.2 inches (WxHxD); 31.3 pounds
TV with stand: 38.5 x 26.0 x 10.0 inches (WxHxD); 38.8 pounds
What size TV should you get?

Accessories

2010 LinkStick: Connect wirelessly to a world of digital content from Samsung. The LinkStick wireless LAN adaptor eliminates the hassle and cluttered look of wires. Learn more about the Samsung WIS09ABGN LinkStick Wireless LAN Adapter.

Customer Reviews
Time for an upgrade!
I have literally been following the prices of HDTV's for about a year now, and there is no better time for an upgrade! Samsung just released their new "C" series, and somehow they are remarkably less expensive than their pre-existing models! The majority of the websites are selling this HDTV for $800+, Amazon's lower-than-low price is less than the rest of the market. I purchased it here on Amazon, and received my HDTV in 5 days (could have been 4 days, but I had school all day). CEVA did the shipping for my HDTV, which I was wary at first because I have only dealt with UPS and Fedex. However, CEVA provided excellent customer service as they did contact me and I verbally specified a delivery time. Packaging was very efficient, and surprisingly light too!

For those who prefer using TV stands, you do have to assemble it on your own. Extremely easy to assemble though! All it took was 9 screws (already in the box) and I recommend using a power-screwdriver. Directions said it required two people, I did it solo! I was just eager to hook up my PS3 via HDMI cable and experience the wonderful world of 1080P.

Okay, now for the specifics and why this HDTV deserves a spot in your living room - As I mentioned before, right up to my purchase I extensively followed the quality and price of several HDTVs. The Samsungs 530, 550, 630, 650. The Samsung 630 is the best deal for your money, here's why: The 5 series is less expensive, but only offers refresh times of 60Hz as compared to the 630 which is 120Hz. This is a big difference, and means that your HDTV with 120Hz displays at least twice as many frames-per-second which makes movies, not only sports, very fluid and more realistic. Another difference is the response time, where as the 5 series has a 6ms response time, the 6 series has a 4ms response time. And if you are a gamer, a difference of 2ms can make a big difference. So why the Samsung 630 and not the 650? The only difference now is the contrast ratio. The 630 comes with a 80,000:1 contrast ratio which in my opinion, still creates an extraordinary depth to the display. TV contrast ratio's are starting to become stable around the 70,000 - 100,000 range (or much higher for LEDs). Whereas, 3 years ago the highest was around 10,000 but kept constantly rising. So this HDTV is very much future proof. Yes, the 650 has a higher contrast ratio, but is it worth the extra $200 something dollars?

All in all, if you're not worried about price, go all out and purchase a LED HDTV. But if you want to shop smart, this HDTV is the way to go.
The Samsung LN40C630, Definitely worth it!
For being my first HDTV, I am more than happy with my purchase. I was debating for months to get the LN40B630, but the price didn't come back down to below $800. Searching Amazon, I saw this year's model for less than last year's model, so I decided it was time to get one. I'm more than impressed by what this TV can do: already I have hooked my PS3 and DVD player up to it. The visuals are absoulutley outstanding -- I feel like I'm actually there. Reading reviews from last year's model, I saw negative comments about sound quality; this year's model, in my opinion, exceeds expectations.

Amazon had this delivered to me in under a week with super saver shipping -- I couldn't ask for better. Out of the box the stand was easy to install: just slip the TV over the guide stand, screw in, and you're good to go. Setup up was easy; the only thing I have an issue with so far is that you can't go directly to a different source/input unless the TV is picking up a signal from the device. Starting up other equipment and then having to select the input again is a bit annoying because you miss the start up unless you leave it on that input. Not sure if I've calibrated it right though, at this point, it seems fine and looks fantastic with some of the default settings. The manual isn't very informative in setting most of the options; still being new to HDTV's, I have to look up guides on how to optimize it for different viewing situations.

I can't say for sure if this TV is better than all the rest or how it matches up, but side to side at electronic stores it had the best picture in mine and my spouse's opinions. The Allshare feature is also a nice addition: I am able to stream files from my network devices on to the TV with only having to run an ethernet cord to the router. In conclusion, I beleive this TV will be more then enough for at least the next 3 years until I consider an upgrade, and I mean a BIGGER upgrade ^.^ Thanks Samsung!
Awesome
I did a lot of research for TV's in this price range. I've bought a few plasmas and LCD's previously, and this TV blows them all away. This is a great price point, size and brand name TV. You can't go wrong really, you will most certainly be satisfied. The 120hz setting on Clear works best, otherwise gives your TV content a weird soap opera look, so either set it to Clear or turn it off. This LCD works great with a PS3 also, and supports 1080p/24hz resolution, so when you watch blurays, the picture is crystal clear. If you experience any input lag when playing games (delay from button press to action on screen), try setting the source name of your PS3 to PC, it seems to fix that issue pretty well.
The sound on this TV is very robust and clear, although when watching blurays I have to turn it up to hear dialogs, which then makes action sequences really loud, but it's not a big deal.
The design of this TV is just awesome. It has the glass bezel and gloss table top, definitely one of the best looking TV's that I've ever seen. The stand also swivels, which is something every TV should have, but usually don't.
The remote works well, and is very sturdy. The onscreen menus are very clear and even provide descriptions to most of the settings so you don't need to try and figure out what certain settings do.
Its a pretty thin and light panel too, so if your mounting it, it should stay pretty flat on the wall.
I've got nothing but positives to say about this set, its worth every penny, and I'm usually very critical about electronics, but I'd recommend this LCD to anyone. It doesn't look that great out of the box, but after a week of playing with the color settings, I think the picture has been perfected.

UPDATE
Here are my picture settings for anyone that needs a little help getting started
Mode: Standard
Backlight: 14
Contrast: 80
Brightness: 40
Sharpness: 20
Color: 51
Tint: G48/R52
Eco Solution: all off
Edge Enhancement: off
Digital Noise Filter: Low (though I'm sure auto is about the same)
MPEG Noise: Low
Color Tone: Normal (some people seem to like the Warm settings)
Auto Motion Plus 120HZ: Clear (though some people might like this more OFF)

If you have any adjustments to these, let me know

Xbox 360 120GB Elite Spring 2010 Bundle

2010-05-31T05:17:00.000-07:00

Xbox 360 120GB Elite Spring 2010 Bundle
From Microsoft

Price:

$299.99 & eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details

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Product Description

Introducing Xbox 360 Elite, the premier Xbox 360 console package that includes a massive 120GB hard drive, a HDMI port, and HDMI cable, all wrapped up with a premium black finish. Xbox 360 Elite also includes a black wireless controller and black Xbox LIVE headset. Xbox 360 Elite has enough space for a whole library of Xbox LIVE Arcade games as well as downloadable high-definition TV shows, movies, music, and all the other content available from Xbox LIVE Marketplace.

Product Details

Amazon Sales Rank: #64 in Video Games
Brand: Microsoft
Model: 52V-00379
Released on: 2010-03-09
ESRB Rating: Rating Pending
Platform: Xbox 360
Dimensions: 6.90" h x 11.50" w x 12.60" l, 14.00 pounds

Features

Three powerful core processors
16:9 cinematic aspect ratio
Anti-aliasing for smooth textures
Full surround sound
DVD playback with upscaling capabilities

Editorial Reviews

From the Manufacturer
Xbox 360 Elite is the total entertainment experience. Enjoy the largest library of games, including the best exclusive titles. Watch thousands of HD movies and TV episodes at the press of a button including titles streamed instantly from Netflix.* Download Game Addons like songs, maps, levels and characters. Plus, with 120GB of storage, there’s plenty of room to extend your fun.

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What’s in the Box • Xbox 360 Console • Standard Edition of Forza Motorsport 3 (Rated "E" for Everyone) • Standard Edition of Halo 3: ODST (Rated "M" for Mature”) • Xbox 360 120GB Hard Drive • 1 Black Xbox 360 Wireless Controller • 1 Black Xbox 360 Wired Headset • 1 Ethernet cable • 1 Standard definition Xbox 360 Composite A/V cable Product Features Xbox 360 120GB Hard Drive: The 120GB hard drive allows gamers to save their games and store television shows, movies, music, pictures, trailers, levels, demos and other content available from Xbox LIVE® Marketplace. Xbox 360 Wireless (black): This award-winning, high-performance wireless controller feature the Xbox Guide Button for quick, in-game access to friends and music. It has a range of up to 30 feet and a battery life of up to 30 hours on two AA batteries. Xbox 360 Headset (black): Strategize or trade taunts while playing games and send voice messages to friends on Xbox LIVE. Xbox LIVE: Xbox LIVE is the online game and entertainment service for Xbox 360. Connect for free and you’ll find game demos so you can try before you buy, and tons of free videos, trailers and more. Plus you’ll have access to Game Add-ons, like new songs and adventures, to extend the life of your favorite games. What’s more, thousands of downloadable HD movies and TV episodes are available with the press of a button. Free Netflix Trial: See how easy it is to stream movies instantly to your console from Netflix*, many in high definition.
Game Description Forza Motorsport® 3 Developer: Turn 10 Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios Genre: Racing Game Rating: E (Everyone) Game Descriptors: • Mild Lyrics td>	Game Description Halo® 3: ODST Developer: Bungie Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios Genre: Shooter Game Rating: M (Mature) Game Descriptors: • Blood • Violence • Language
Attach Recommendations • Wireless N Networking Adapter • Quick Charge Kit • Xbox LIVE Gold 12 month card • Microsoft 1600 Points Card • Xbox 360 HDMI Cable Xbox 360® is entertainment well played. It's about fun, connections, and bringing friends together, no matter where they are. You'll find the largest library* of games with something for every skill and style. You can play with friends across the street or around the world on Xbox LIVE and extend your favorite games with addons like new songs, levels, characters and more.* Plus you'll find thousands of HD movies and TV episodes available instantly from Netflix.* It all adds up to the most bang for your entertainment buck. Jump in.* Two included games are combined in one box; they are not packaged separately. Games, add-ons, and media content sold separately. Microsoft® Points required to purchase from Xbox LIVE Marketplace. Xbox LIVE Gold membership (sold separately) and Netflix unlimited membership (sold separately) required to stream movies instantly from Netflix. See Netflix Terms of Use for details about Netflix service. Xbox LIVE Gold required for online multiplayer. Broadband internet required; see www.xbox.com/live for system requirements. Largest library based on next generation consoles. Xbox 360 has it all • The largest library of games with something for everyone • Add-ons like new songs and levels to extend the life of your favorite games • Online multiplayer to play games with friends, no matter where they are • Thousands of HD movies and TV episodes available from Netflix and Xbox LIVE® Marketplace Xbox LIVE Join Xbox LIVE for FREE, for access to: • Try games for free before you buy them. • Extend the fun with exciting Game Add-ons like songs, levels and characters. (sold separately) • Choose from hundreds of pick up and play games. (sold separately and broadband Internet required) • Watch thousands of HD movies and TV episodes. (sold separately and broadband Internet required) Upgrade to Xbox LIVE Gold. Experience the best in gaming and entertainment with Xbox LIVE Gold. Raise the curtain on your own instant movie night with thousands of HD movies and TV episodes streamed instantly from Netflix. (Netflix membership sold separately). Invite friends all over the world to connect, cheer and play online multiplayer games. And as a Xbox LIVE Gold member, you’ll enjoy exclusive Deals of the Week that save you money, and special sneak-peak game demos that give you early access to the newest and latest. Go Gold for the best in gaming and entertainment: • Play online multiplayer games. • Stream HD movies and TV episodes instantly from Netflix. (Netflix membership sold separately). • Gain early access to game demos. • Save on exclusive offers on the best content. • Text, voice, and video chat with friends. Family Settings Xbox 360 has the most robust Family Settings available to help adults by allowing them to set the rating level of games and movies that can be played on the console, (allowing all members of the household to enjoy Xbox in a user-appropriate environment.) It also lets system owners set the online and offline game experiences of children by selecting whether they can play online and whom they play with. And the Family Timer feature helps adults regulate how long kids can play their Xbox 360.* Games, add-ons, and media content sold separately. Microsoft® Points required to purchase from Xbox LIVE Marketplace. Xbox LIVE Gold membership and Netflix unlimited membership required for Netflix instant streaming. See Netflix Terms of Use for details about Netflix service. Xbox LIVE Gold required for online multiplayer. Broadband internet required; see www.xbox.com/live for system requirements. Largest library based on next generation consoles.

Customer Reviews

Wow, what a bundle!
If you have been holding off on getting an XBox 360 this is a great opportunity. Both of the included games are must owns and would cost you at least $100 if you bought them separately. Forza 3 is arguably better than the Gran Turismo series, I personally have a lot more fun with it. Halo ODST has all the multiplayer stuff from Halo 3 so the online content is really nice. The system reliability problems have been resolved, though I would still buy the three year warranty through Amazon no matter what console you buy.

I own a PS3 slim as well and both systems are great and both have great exclusive games so if you can you should own them both, but I would start with an XBox if you have neither. The only thing that disappoints me about the XBox is that built-in wireless should have been added a long time ago. The wireless adapter is laughably overpriced but there are cheaper alternatives like using a PC with internet connection sharing or buying a TRENDnet TEW-647GA Ethernet Port Wireless Gaming Adapter. Some people think that XBox Live should be free also, and it would be nice if it was but you can find it cheaper if you look around. I always get a 1 year card for $30. For that price it is a bit better than PSN, which isn't as polished and organized as XBox Live.

Other great games for 360 ...
Mass Effect 1 & 2 - These are must play RPGs
Fallout 3 Game of the Year Edition (also on PS3 but it's very buggy, get it on XBox instead)
Fable 2
Gears of War 1 & 2
Halo Reach (coming later)
Left 4 Dead 1 & 2 - also on PC since Valve apparently hates Sony :-(
Viva Pinata

Also since the XBox has been around longer you can find A LOT more budget priced games and cheap used games around.

If you want to get a system now this is a great bundle, but if you are still on the fence about jumping into the HD generation I would wait. The rumored "valhalla" chipset should be coming this year, which will be the CPU and GPU on one die which will take up less space and will probably prompt Microsoft to make a XBox 360 "Slim" like Sony always does. If they do that it will really boost sales and no one will want the older bigger model anymore.
Great bundle with 2 minor annoyances!
First off, let me state that this is a great bundle for an Xbox 360 newcomer. As shown, it comes with two popular games for the system, Halo 3: ODST and Forza Motorsport 3. The system looks great and runs very nicely. Also these are all manufactured with the Jasper chipset, the most reliable of all known 360 chipsets. I've owned another Jasper for over a year with absolutely no problems. There are two small annoyances I found with the bundle that I would like to address.

1. There is NO HDMI cable in the bundle. I'm pretty upset Microsoft took this route and have not included the HDMI cable in this bundle. Not sure why this move was made, but it's very disappointing.

2. Forza 3/Halo 3: ODST both come in the same case. This is pretty standard with all bundles of this nature, but for us OCD gamers, it's pretty annoying. 4 discs in one case. Really Microsoft?

Other than those 2 minor problems, I found the bundle to be up to par with the rest of the Microsoft game bundles. It makes a great gift for anybody and is also perfect for those looking to upgrade to a new system and hard drive (120gb).

Also something I liked, it came with a voucher to download a Boys and Girls Clubs of America hoodie for your male or female avatar. For each redeemed token, a $1 donation is made to Boys and Girls Clubs of America. I liked this and am proud to say my avatar has his hoodie on right this second.
Amazing deal for an amazing console!
If you were on the fence about purchasing an Xbox 360, look no further. This deal is giving you access to two free full-priced amazing games along with your 120gb 360. Halo 3 : ODST comes with the ODST campaign of Halo 3 and a separate disk with Halo 3 multiplayer (meaning you don't need to buy the original Halo 3 to play online, both connect to each other. On that disk you also get the map packs available only on Xbox LIVE (Legendary, Mythic map pack, etc). Best of all, though, EVERY copy of ODST comes with beta access to Halo: Reach in May! Halo: Reach is looking to be the definitive Halo in terms of story, graphics, and multiplayer. If you know about video games, I'm sure you've seen some previews already; it's everywhere!

Forza 3 is a superb racing sim. I've spend around 260~ hours on my file and I've only really completed around 25% of the game. I've spent hours in the auction house and storefront buying and reselling cars alone to raise my in-game credits, and, while I suck at designing and customization, people devote hundreds of hours making amazing graphic designs for your cars and selling them in the in-game online store. The racing is top-notch and unlike any racing sim you'll ever play. Try your hand at racing in career mode, win credits and build up/customize your garage or take your skills online in multiplayer. Your choice! (Even if you don't want these 2 free games, you can sell them on craigslist or eBay for a nice amount).

Other superb Xbox 360 exclusives to look into are:

Gears of War 1 & 2
Lost Odyssey
Viva Pinata
Perfect Dark
Fable II and III
Crackdown 1 & 2
Tales of Vesperia (US/EU)
Mass Effect 1 & 2
Splinter Cell: Conviction
Alan Wake
Metro 2033
Dead Rising
Left 4 Dead 1 & 2
Portal: Still Alive and Portal 2 (coming Fall 2010)
Banjo Kazooie: Nuts & Bolts
Banjo Kazooie and Banjo- Tooie (XBLA, remakes of the classic ones)
Halo Wars
Magna Carta 2
Shadow Complex

Okay, enough with games! *phew* The console is a 65nm Jasper chip model and highly resistant to "3RROD" unlike the older 360 models. Studies put the rate at about 3%, or pretty much in line with your everyday household electronic. The 120GB coming with your console is practically needed if you're going to be serious about playing so many games. Downloading games onto your HDD results in no disk even spinning inside your console, which means an extremely quiet Xbox (even throughout 12 hour gaming sessions, trust me, I know) and hardly any heat emission from your Xbox.

All in all, if you're looking to purchase an Xbox 360, THIS is the bundle you want. With so many games released and being released, if you're on the fence for yourself or a relative, now's your chance to get with the bandwagon!

FIFA Soccer 10

2010-05-30T05:13:00.000-07:00

FIFA Soccer 10
From Electronic Arts

List Price:	$59.99
Price:	$56.99 & eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details

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Product Description

FIFA Soccer 10 gives players new levels of control and innovation to experience the beautiful game like never before. Featuring core gameplay refinements based on responsiveness and intelligence, on top of an already potent game engine, FIFA Soccer continues to set the benchmark as the most complete soccer simulation.

Product Details

Amazon Sales Rank: #239 in Video Games
Brand: Electronic Arts
Model: 014633157116
Published on: 2009-09-30
Released on: 2009-10-20
ESRB Rating: Everyone
Platform: Xbox 360
Number of items: 1
Dimensions: .57" h x 5.38" w x 7.57" l, .33 pounds

Features

You have complete control over your players, with the ability to assign a specific role and movement to every outfield player on your team one at a time, and then combine them for the perfect set piece.
The first true 360 dribbling system in a soccer game gives you precise control to skillfully play spaces between defenders that previously was not possible.
Advanced animation warping technology lets skilled players face defenders and maneuver around them with highly-responsive lateral dribbling.
More intelligent AI with more authentic behavior. Players now avoid passes not intended for them, avoid blocking teammate shots, and throw themselves in the way of attacker's shots in defense.
Work on individual skills in a fully featured practice mode before stepping on the pitch. Select exactly how many attackers and defenders you want in play, and practice set pieces.

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Product Description

The seventeenth overall release in Electronic Arts' popular FIFA Soccer franchise, FIFA Soccer 10 enables gamers and soccer fans alike to enjoy the nonstop action and fun of the #1 soccer game simulation, regardless of their skill on a real or virtual pitch. With FIFA Soccer 10, players can create themselves in game, join a club and compete against gamers around the world in online competition. Game features include extensive play modes and improvements, as well as multiplayer options including 4-player local multiplayer, coop gameplay both online and offline and 2-20 player support online.

Elevate your game on the virtual pitch in
FIFA Soccer 10.
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Gameplay
On the heels of winning 25 international gaming awards with FIFA Soccer 09, the top-selling soccer franchise from EA Sports is surpassed with FIFA Soccer 10. Responding to consumer feedback from over 350 million online games played, FIFA Soccer 10 gives players new levels of control and innovation to experience the beautiful game like never before. Featuring core gameplay refinements based on responsiveness and intelligence, on top of an already potent game engine, FIFA Soccer continues to set the benchmark as the most complete soccer simulation.
Key Game Features

Virtual Pro – Live out the fantasy of being a real life soccer player by creating yourself in game with a 3D head using Photo Game Face. Play as yourself across any mode. Grow your player attributes through 200 accomplishments and take your Virtual Pro online to become a global superstar.
Pro Club Championship – Create an online club with friends and play 10v10 against hundreds of thousands of Virtual Pros from around the World, with the top clubs battling it out to become Regional & World Champions.
New Practice Arena - Work on individual and team skills in a fully featured practice mode before stepping on the pitch. Select the number of attackers and defenders you want in play (e.g. 11v11, 5v5, or even 5v3), and practice in open play or from set pieces.
Customizable Set Pieces - Design and record your very own free kicks and corners on the training ground for use on match day to outwit your opponent. You have complete control over your players, with the ability to assign a specific movement to every outfield player on your team one at a time, and then combine them for the perfect set piece. Record them in the Practice Arena, then trigger then in game using the D-Pad.
360° Dribbling - The first-ever true 360° dribbling system in a soccer game provides finer dribbling control, enabling players to find spaces between defenders that previously were not possible.
Skilled Dribbling - All-new animation warping technology provides unprecedented control. Skilled players now have the ability to face a defender and use highly-responsive lateral dribbling to skip past him.
Freedom in Physical Play - Wider dribble touches and new collision sharing creates a varied, less predictable, and extended fight for possession between the dribbler and a defender.
Manager Mode Authenticity - More than 50 major improvements were designed to create an authentic experience to mimic the real-world game. Match results are based on team and player strengths and weaknesses. Player transfers are determined by multiple decision points, including club finance and prestige, and competition from AI-controlled clubs. Player development is more realistic with true-to-life growth curves.
Refined Goalkeeper Intelligence — numerous improvements mean that goalkeepers now have more urgency and better perception of where to intercept loose balls, resulting in a more responsive and powerful rushing system. New animation warping technology provides game-realistic goalkeeper positioning and momentum, resulting in more varied scoring opportunities.

adidas Men's Mexico Home Jersey

2010-05-29T05:10:00.000-07:00

adidas Men's Mexico Home Jersey
From Adidas

List Price:	$69.95 - $70.00
Price:	$62.99 - $89.99

Average customer review:

Select Size and Color

Size: (choose one)

Small Medium Large XX-Large XXX-Large XLarge

Color: (choose one)

Green

Availability: Select Size and Color to view.

Product Description

CLIMACOOL jersey worn by Mexico.

Product Details

Amazon Sales Rank: #1021 in Sports & Outdoors
Size: One Size
Brand: adidas
Model: P41410
Fabric type: polyester
Dimensions: 2.60" h x 6.00" w x 9.60" l, .50 pounds

Features

100% polyester, engineered
Machine Wash
Made in thailand

Customer Reviews

great!
got here in time and fast now if they only had the long sleeve black jersey!!!

Nike Brasil Home Jersey 10/11

2010-05-28T05:09:00.000-07:00

Nike Brasil Home Jersey 10/11

Price:

$63.00 - $79.99

Product Description

Support them in Brazil's official 10/11 home jersey. Short sleeve Dri-FIT jersey with embroidered Nike logo and Brazil team badge along with the five championship stars. 100% recycled polyester with mesh ventilation. Imported.

Product Details

Amazon Sales Rank: #6347 in Sports & Outdoors
Brand: Nike
Dimensions: 1.10 pounds

Features

Nike Brasil Home Jersey 10/11
Country and League: Brazil - National Team
Material: Polyester
Type of Brand Logo: Embroidered
Made in: Imported

adidas World Cup 2010 Glider Soccer Ball

2010-05-27T05:02:00.000-07:00

adidas World Cup 2010 Glider Soccer Ball
From Adidas

List Price:	$14.99 - $15.00
Price:	$14.73 - $15.00

Select Size and Color

Size: (choose one)

3 4 5

Color: (choose one)

Black/Pure Yellow/Metallic Silver White/Diva/Black White/Pure Yellow/BlackWhite/Black/Light Scarlet

Availability: Select Size and Color to view.

Product Description

60% thermoplastic elastomerics / 30% thermoplastic polyurethane / 10% polyester.

Product Details

Amazon Sales Rank: #777 in Sports & Outdoors
Size: Large
Brand: adidas
Model: E42021
Released on: 2009-12-05
Dimensions: 10.00" h x 10.00" w x 10.00" l, 1.00 pounds

Features

Official World Cup 2010 soccer ball
Nylon-wound carcass/TPU blend ensures durability
Butyl bladder offers superior air retention
Excels in all weather and field conditions
Machine-stitched for added durability

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Product Description
Show off your enthusiasm for the South African World Cup with this official adidas World Cup 2010 Glider soccer ball. The Glider features a nylon-wound carcass paired with a TPU casing for a soft touch and high durability. The ball's butyl bladder, meanwhile, offers superior air retention, helping the ball stay inflated over time. Most importantly, the multi-surface ball delivers a great performance in all weather and field conditions.
The World Cup 2010 Glider's construction breaks down to 60 percent thermoplastic elastomerics, 30 percent thermoplastic polyurethane, and 10 percent polyester.
About adidas
The vision of company founder Adolf Dassler long ago became reality, and his corporate philosophy the guiding principle for succeeding generations. The idea was as simple as it was brilliant. Adi Dassler's aim was to provide every athlete with the best possible equipment. It all began in 1920, when Adi Dassler made his first shoes using the few materials available after the First World War.

The adidas name dates back to 1948, deriving from the first two syllables of Adi Dassler's first and last name. One year later, Adi Dassler registered the Three Stripes as a trademark.
After a period spanning almost 70 years, the Dassler Family withdrew from adidas in 1989, and the enterprise was transformed into a corporation ("Aktiengesellschaft"). French-born Robert Louis-Dreyfus was chairman of the executive board from April 1993 to March 2001. It was he who initiated adidas' flotation on the stock market in November 1995. adidas--a name that stands for competence in all sectors of sport around the globe. Today, the adidas product range extends from shoes, apparel and accessories for basketball, soccer, fitness and training to adventure, trail, and golf.

adidas Men's Germany Home Jersey

2010-05-26T05:04:00.000-07:00

adidas Men's Germany Home Jersey
From Adidas

List Price:	$69.95 - $70.00
Price:	$59.99 - $79.95

Average customer review:

Select Size and Color

Size: (choose one)

Small Medium Large X-Large XX-Large XXX-Large XLarge

Color: (choose one)

White Columbia blue/white

Availability: Select Size and Color to view.

Product Description

CLIMACOOL jersey worn by Germany.

Product Details

Amazon Sales Rank: #1348 in Sports & Outdoors
Size: One Size
Color: *
Brand: adidas
Model: P41477
Fabric type: polyester
Dimensions: .50" h x 12.00" w x 15.60" l, .25 pounds

Features

100 percent polyester tricot.
Machine wash is possible
Made in china

Customer Reviews

Men's Germany Home Jersey
I ordered this jersey on 12/22/09, and didn't get it until 1/19/10. The delay wasn't Eurosport's fault, and they were extremely good about notifying me of the delay. When the jersey came, it was PERFECT. Better than I expected. I'm 6'4", 250#, and the XXL fits like a glove. I couldn't have asked for a better jersey!
Purchase of German Home Soccer Jersey
The delivery of the jersey was extremely quick. The packaging was very good and the jersey was well protected. Its a great jersey and it was great to put it on straight away. A great buy from a great supplier.

adidas World Cup 2010 Soccer T-Shirt (White)

2010-05-25T04:58:00.000-07:00

adidas World Cup 2010 Soccer T-Shirt (White)
From adidas

List Price:	$0.00
Price:	$19.79 - $19.99

Average customer review:

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Size: (choose one)

Small Medium Large X-Large XX-Large

Color: (choose one)

White

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Product Description

#250976.WH Get ready for 2010 and the world's ultimate soccer competition. This will be the 19th FIFA World Cup and it will take place in South Africa. Even if you can't make the trip, you can still own this cool tee from adidas with 2010's signature mascot

Product Details

Amazon Sales Rank: #446 in Sports & Outdoors
Size: Large
Color: White
Brand: adidas
Dimensions: 2.00 pounds

Features

Are you ready for South Africa?
Get your Official World Cup 2010 Soccer T Shirt by adidas
The official South Africa 2010 logo on the front with large adidas logo on the back
All natural breathable cotton for superior comfort wherever you show your love for the Beautiful Game

About adidas
The vision of company founder Adolf Dassler has long become reality, and his corporate philosophy the guiding principle for successor generations. The idea was as simple as it was brilliant. Adi Dassler’s aim was to provide every athlete with the best possible equipment. It all began in 1920, when Adi Dassler made his first shoes using the few materials available after the First World War.

The adidas name dates back to 1948, deriving from the first two syllables of Adi Dassler’s first and last name. One year later, Adi Dassler registered the Three Stripes as a trademark. After a period spanning almost 70 years, the Dassler Family withdrew from the company in 1989, and the enterprise was transformed into a corporation ("Aktiengesellschaft"). French-born Robert Louis-Dreyfus was Chairman of the Executive Board from April 1993 to March 2001. It was he who initiated adidas’ flotation on the stock market in November 1995. adidas--a name that stands for competence in all sectors of sport around the globe. Today, the adidas product range extends from shoes, apparel and accessories for basketball, soccer, fitness and training to adventure, trail and golf.

Customer Reviews

Excellent t-shirt!
Ordered this for my daughter's boyfriend, who is HUGE into soccer and is a goalie for a major western college. He absolutely LOVES it and if he could would wear it daily. He is soooo looking forward to South Africa World Cup.

Sony BRAVIA EX 400 Series 32-Inch LCD TV, Black

2010-05-24T05:34:00.000-07:00

Sony BRAVIA EX 400 Series 32-Inch LCD TV, Black
From Sony

List Price:	$549.99
Price:	$499.00

Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Ships from and sold by Electronic Express
Average customer review:

Product Description

Experience Full HD 1080p, incredible contrast and sharp, vibrant images with the Sony BRAVIA EX400-Series HDTV. Available in a variety of sizes, this great HDTV features Ambient Sensor and LightSensor Technology that automatically adjust the color and backlight based on a room's lighting. Connect a USB drive and share your favorite photos and music with family and friends.

Product Details

Amazon Sales Rank: #453 in Consumer Electronics
Color: Black
Brand: Sony
Model: KDL-32EX400
Dimensions: 19.62" h x 3.87" w x 31.50" l, 21.00 pounds
Display size: 32

Features

32-inch LCD HDTV with full HD 1080p resolution lets you take full advantage of HD sources like a Blu-ray Disc Player or PlayStation3 gaming console
Ambient Sensor and LightSensor technologies automatically adjust the color and backlight based on a room's lighting
USB port for photos, music and video playback; Wi-Fi adapter ready; BRAVIA Sync controls compatible devices with one remote
Inputs: 4 HDMI, 2 component, 2 composite, 1 PC, 1 USB, 1 optical digital audio output
Includes removable stand; measures 31.5 x 21 x 8.75 inches with stand

Customer Reviews

Terrific picture quality and features, with a few sacrifices.
Here's my simple review of this Sony TV.

General outline of features:
1080p resolution
Picture adjustments
Audio adjustments (synthetic surround sound, bass, treble)
USB device support
HDMI x4
ECO-friendly options (power save level I and II)
Ambient sensor

The picture quality is outstanding, there are numerous adjustments to make the picture look the way you want. Other adjustments include audio and settings for features. Full HD 1080p only makes it look even better. Sony advertises this TV with the "ambient" sensor that detects the lighting situation in your room so that it adjusts the backlight of the TV to compensate. I did some tests with the sensor on or off and it didn't make that much of a difference but the ambient sensor does work, it will decrease the backlight of the TV if you're in a dark room (or at night) and increase it if the room is lit up. Features also included with this TV is the ability to play music, photos and videos from a USB device which is great but I don't see myself using it. The thing that stands out with this TV set is its design. It looks like a piece of art once you remove the packaging materials. There are an influx of ports and connections on the rear and side. Component, composite, HDMI, Audio, VGA, you name it, it will have most likely have it.

My only two minor gripes about this TV is that the tuning is responsiveness of the TV's menu and tuning is fairly slow. It's not slow to the point where it bothers you but I'd say from the moment you push the channel up button on the remote until the time it actually displays the picture is around 2-3 seconds. It's not bad but its a minor gripe of mines. Another gripe I have about this TV is the price. It's certainly on the costly side for this class of TV but I believe it makes up for it in the design aspect. So if you're willing to spend a little more money to get a TV that actually looks great, this TV is a good choice.

Overall, this TV is great for the person who is willing to spend a little more money to get something that looks great without sacrificing picture quality.
Great; Especially for Gaming
This TV is great. I have owned a Vizio and a Sharp HDTVs and both were blown away by this Sony. I bought it only for my Ps3. The picture is great(like any other HDTV), but what separates this TV from the rest are its wide range of colors. They make every game look stunning and vivid. A special look that not the average HDTV has.
So if you are going to use this for gaming, you don't need to spend an extra $200 for a 120Hz TV. It's great as it is and I'm hoping it'll last many years. I guess I really can say that it's in Sony's HDNA!!
Great HDTV!!
Great TV. There's not much I can say about it either than the fact that it is great for the money. When I got mine, it did not come with the stand and I contacted the seller (ABT). They were awfully quick about it and overnighted my stand to me. I'm very impressed with the service, and definitely impressed with the TV.

The only thing I can gripe about is not having an ethernet port and only one USB port. Yes, it's a TV not a computer monitor, but it wouldn't hurt. Also, the Ambient Sensor blows so I just leave it off...

I recommend this TV for anyone who has the budget and wants a great picture. Sony is the best, cut and dry.

Axion AXN-8701 7-Inch Widescreen Handheld LCD TV with Built-In Tuner, Black

2010-05-21T07:22:00.000-07:00

Axion AXN-8701 7-Inch Widescreen Handheld LCD TV with Built-In Tuner, Black
From axion

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Axion AXN-8701 widescreen portable handheld TV gives you the ability to enjoy your favorite television programs anywhere in your home – even away from home. Use it to watch TV while others are occupying the main TV or the room where it is located. Watch the morning news without having to get out of bed, or while sun bathing in the back yard. The LCD TV has a 7-inch LCD widescreen that offers a high-resolution, high-brightness display. The built-in ATSC/NTSC tuner for both analog and digital channels and the built-in antenna enables you to receive crisp reception of your favorite channels - and it will work after the digital to analog transition on February 19, 2009. The AXN-8701 comes with an additional external antenna to help receive stronger reception. The portable player features A/V input for external audio/video sources. The built-in twin speaker system allows for multiple people to watch at once or you can plug your headphones into the headphone jack to enjoy your favorite programs without disturbing those around you. The rechargeable Lithium-Polymer battery offers you a sufficient amount of time to watch several of your favorite shows without having to frequently recharge the battery. Portable TV includes an AC power adapter as well as a car adaptor (used by plugging into the cigarette lighter of your car) so you will be able to have unlimited use on a long road trip. Remote control, A/V cables and instruction manual are also included with portable TV player.

Product Details

Amazon Sales Rank: #226 in Consumer Electronics
Color: Black
Brand: Axion
Model: AXN-8701
Released on: 2008-11-01
Format: CD
Dimensions: 1.20" h x 5.70" w x 7.20" l, 2.00 pounds
Display size: 7

Features

7-Inch widescreen LCD portable handheld TV
Built-in NTSC/ATSC tuner for both analog and digital channels
Built-in antenna allows for easy repositioning for better reception
A/V input for external audio/video sources
Includes AC adaptor, instruction manual, remote control, external antenna, car adapter, and A/V cables

Editorial Reviews

From the Manufacturer

Manufacturer's Description (April 20, 2009)Compact and sleek, the Axion 7-inch handheld TV provides digital TV in the palm of your hand. The hi-brightness and contrast LCD panel displays crisp pictures. You’ll be surprised that this is only a 7-inch screen. This TV is great for use both indoors and outdoors. The built-in rechargeable battery provides approximately 100 minutes (when fully charged) of movie or TV series watching.

Key Features:

7-inch widescreen LCD mobile TV with hi-resolution and hi-brightness
Built in NTSC/ATSC tuner for both analog & digital channels
Brightness adjustable
Built-in antenna allows easy repositioning for reception
A/V Input for external audio/video sources
Built-in speaker
Built-in rechargeable Lithium-Polymer battery
Card style remote control
Headphone jack and volume control
Free portable external antenna provided for stronger reception

Specifications:

Signal system: NTSC/ATSC
Panel size: 7 inches
Power source: DC 9V
Operating temperature: 5~35°C
Weight: 1.3 lbs
Dimensions (W x D x H): 7.3 inches x 5.8 inches x 1.3 inches

Built-In Battery
A built-in rechargeable battery (Li-Polymer) is included for use. When the built-in battery cannot power the TV or is used for the first time, recharge it by following these steps:

1. Turn off the TV2. Connect the AC to DC adapter to the DC jack and a standard wall outlet. The red charge indicator will light. Once fully recharged, the light will turn off3. Disconnect the AC to DC adapter after the battery is fully charged

Note: The TV can operate approximately 100 minutes with the included built-in battery. When the sound level lowers or the picture becomes unstable, charge the battery for about 4 hours. The battery cannot be charged with the car cigarette lighter adapter.

What's in the BoxAC Adaptor, instruction manual, remote control, external antenna, car adaptor, A/V cables

Customer Reviews

Pretty good, but...
If, like me, you live in a medium-fringe TV area, and you are going to be using the supplied (or other external) antenna, one of the first things to do when you receive this cute little TV is to connect it to the best antenna available to do your auto-scan. That's easy because it has a standard antenna connector, and necessary because this TV will_not_tune to any channel not previously found by auto-scan. Manual tuning just selects a channel previously auto-scanned. At my location, the attached rabbit-ear antenna is virtually useless. But with my large, amplified home antenna connected, I easily picked up all the digital stations I usually get, plus one more, and with no problems from the many big trees around my home. So the tuner is very sensitive and not very subject to multipath interference. With the supplied external antenna connected, I eventually managed to get all the stations received using the big antenna, which was a nice surprise, although it took some fiddling with antenna position (Two inches can make all the difference). The digital TV picture provided is very good, with very nice color, resolution and contrast.

I didn't expect great sound, since the speakers are tiny (about 1 inch diameter, on the front). It's certainly not high fidelity, but it is intelligible at least. The sound from earphones is somewhat better.

Other surprises include no volume and no power on/off switch on the credit-card sized remote (No big deal. Gotta be almost within reach to see the picture details anyway). And the internal battery cannot be charged on the car adapter -- It's charged only when the TV is connected to AC power.

The Axion web site is listed in the manual as [...]

Follow-up 2/4/09: Still like this TV, but I'm now on the second one -- The first stopped responding to the remote control after about two weeks, and was quickly replaced for free by Amazon. The second one performs at least as well as the first. Further thoughts: This TV is intended to be placed on a table top, like a picture frame, but if you must mount it elsewhere, well, there is a threaded hole like a tripod socket on the bottom. It doesn't look very strong, and appears to be just molded into the plastic. The manual says nothing about it. Also, the AC adapter does generate some electrical noise (so does the TV), so AM radio reception may be affected, especially if the radio is close by.
I LOVE this TV but...
I had a 5" black and white in my kitchen and knew with the digital conversion, I would need something else. I ordered this based on the 2 reviews out there at the time and I am so pleased with this TV. I live in Houston so there are almost 40 channels available between the digital and the analog, I get channels on this that I don't even get on my standard cable! initially I had trouble with some of the digital stations, I kept moving the TV around trying to pick up the signal (my problem was that I want the TV to sit under my cabinets and I guess that was interfering with the antenna picking up clear signals). I was getting frustrated and then remembered the other antenna it comes with. I unplugged the internal connection and plugged this extra antenna in and placed it on my window sill and all the channels came in perfectly without having to adjust anything. The cord on the extra stand up antenna is long enough to put it rather far from the TV which is very convenient because you can move it around to find the best reception. The picture is clear as a whistle and the sound is very good, not muffled or fuzzy at all. The wide screen is another bonus, most of the digital HD channels are in wide screen mode so it works out well. This is a no brainer to set up and I am so glad I took the plunge and bought it!

Update: I have not had to use this yet in a power outage but have occasionally unplugged it and brought it to the table to watch during dinner when I wanted to see a show I was in the middle of. The 1 1/2 hr. battery now barely works for 1/2 hr. and I have not used it often. I really bought this to use in my kitchen but also just as importantly, to work during another hurricane after having a small black and white that took batteries and worked beautifully last time I needed it. With the new digital change, I had to find something else to have on hand and apparently, this won't be it. There is a new one coming out in August that does take regular alkaline batteries, I would suggest you go for that one if you want something to work in emergencies. Will still use this in my kitchen but now I will probably have to buy the other one just for emergency use since I live in a hurricane prone area. Very disappointed.

Update #2: Found a solution to the low battery power. The new TV that has the battery option is not well rated and apparently to get the battery power, you have to buy an additional $70 piece. After some research, I discovered that Duracell makes an 100 watt inverter power to go unit, it is a supplemental battery that can be charged from any outlet and/or from your car as well, and it will provide additional battery power not only for this TV but for cell phones, ipods or any other small electronics. Not only will it provide power, it will recharge your devices as well. It provides 44 hrs. of charge for an ipod, 12 days for a mobile phone, and 2 hrs. for a laptop. And, it has several outlets on it so you can use more than one device at a time with this battery. This item sells for about $40 and is a good solution for anyone who worries about being without power for any length of time.

Was asked for a link for the power source so here it is: Duracell 852-0281-07 DC to AC 100 Watt Inverter & 4.0 Amp/Hour Lithium Ion Mobile Power Source and I have this one which I picked up for about $40 but it is currently $99: Xantrex Technologies 852-0281 XPower PowerSource 100 Watt Inverter

UPDATE #3: Finally found a real old fashioned battery solution that this TV will work with. You just need D batteries and can keep replacing them for long term outages. This will also work with other small electronics with the right cords (like cell phones and ipods and anything with a car charger). Unfortunately Amazon doesn't sell it but here is where I got mine:
[...]

This should finally solve a lot of the problems with these digital TVs!
Rechargeable battery powered portable television
Axion AXN-8701 7-Inch Widescreen Portable Handheld TV with Built-In Tuner (Black)

This hand held television has clear reception. For what it is, it is very good. The only draw back is that the battery is rechargeable for 100 minutes. A hundred minutes will not go far enough after you lose power from a storm.

This will not be a good choice during hurricane season when you really need a television that takes replaceable batteries that can be changed when they become weak.

2010 FIFA World Cup

2010-05-21T07:14:00.000-07:00

2010 FIFA World Cup
From Electronic Arts

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2010 FIFA World Cup PS3

Product Details

Amazon Sales Rank: #66 in Video Games
Brand: Electronic Arts
Model: 19412
Published on: 2010-03-31
Released on: 2010-04-27
ESRB Rating: Everyone
Platform: PLAYSTATION 3
Number of items: 1
Dimensions: .60" h x 5.30" w x 6.70" l, 1.00 pounds

Features

Home and away tactics allows the CPU to create differing strategic and defensive formations for weaker teams playing away from home. Plus, weaker teams raise their level of play on their home pitch.
Compete as one of 199 teams from qualification right through to a virtual reproduction of the 2010 FIFA World Cup Final and play in any of the 10 official stadiums used in the 2010 FIFA World Cup tournament.
Compete in the first-ever full and authentic 2010 FIFA World Cup online tournament. Play as your favorite country against rivals in the group stage through the knockout rounds to be crowned 2010 FIFA World Cup champion.
Enjoy extensive multiplayer functionality, including local 4-player support (including co-op) and 8-player support online.
The 2010 World Cup comes to life in spectacular fashion with all the emotion and pageantry of the official tournament, including confetti cannons, streamers, seat cards, flags and fireworks, just as if you were in South Africa.

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Product Description

With 2010 FIFA World Cup EA Sports celebrates the single largest sporting event on the planet with the only official and exclusively licensed video game for the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa. Featuring all 199 national teams that took part in qualification and all 10 officially licensed stadiums to be used in South Africa, as well as an online Tournament Mode, an improved game engine and extensive multiplayer options both online and offline, 2010 FIFA World Cup is an experience not to missed by soccer fans and those new to the game alike.

All the official teams and stadiums.
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The World's Game Comes Alive
Experience all the emotion and passion of the world's fiercest national rivalries as you live the dream of competing against fans from around the world for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Take on the challenge of leading your home nation from qualification right through to a virtual re-creation of the FIFA World Cup Final and feel what it is like to score the goal that lifts a nation.
Online Tournament Mode
For the first time ever, play out the 2010 FIFA World Cup in a full and authentic online Tournament Mode. Carry the hopes and dreams of your favorite nation into battle against fans from rival countries. Compete under the same conditions your real-world heroes will face in South Africa, from the group stage through the knockout rounds to the chance to be crowned 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa champion. For fans of nations that failed to qualify for South Africa this is the chance to replay and rewrite history. Plus, earn individual and team points to prove your nation is the best in Battle of the Nations.
Every Official Team and Stadium
Spectacularly presented in true-to-life detail, 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa features all 199 national teams that took part in qualification, all 10 officially licensed stadiums to be used in South Africa and stadiums from each qualifying region. Everything fans love about the World Cup comes to life in stunning detail, including confetti cannons, streamers, and fireworks-just like the official tournament. Plus, supporters who follow their heroes to South Africa will be in the stands waving their country's flag, holding giant banners and cheering in their native language.
Improved Game Engine
2010 FIFA World Cup features a more sophisticated, faster-paced and responsive version of the market-leading EA Sports football engine that drives the award-winning FIFA 10-the highest rated sports game on this console generation. Gameplay innovations capture the journey from qualification to the final tournament with home and away strategies for every nation, situational tactics in-game, and altitude affects that fatigue players faster and even impact the flight of the ball.
Key Game Features

Win the 2010 FIFA World Cup - Compete as one of 199 teams from qualification right through to a virtual reproduction of the 2010 FIFA World Cup Final. Play in any of the 10 official stadiums that come to life with the pageantry and festivity of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
2010 FIFA World Cup Online - The first-ever full and authentic 2010 FIFA World Cup online tournament. Compete as your favorite country against rivals in the group stage through the knockout rounds to be crowned 2010 FIFA World Cup champion. Navigate the Globe to locate top countries and opponents among all 199 participating nations.
Multiplayer Action - Enjoy extensive multiplayer functionality, including local 4-player support (including co-op) and 8-player support online.
Spectacular Presentation - 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa comes to life in spectacular fashion with all the emotion and pageantry of the official tournament, including all 10 official licensed stadiums. Experience confetti cannons, streamers, giant banners, seat cards, flags and fireworks as if you were in South Africa.
Battle of the Nations - Represent your country in the 2010 FIFA World Cup online tournament against your rivals to win global supremacy. Earn individual and team points and prove your nation is the best. Every performance is rated, recorded and uploaded and your ratings all count towards player and nation leaderboards.
Home and Away Tactics - CPU mimics international football by creating strategic, defensive formations for weaker teams playing away from home. Plus, weaker teams raise their level of play on their home pitch.
Altitude Effects - Less air resistance at altitude means the ball travels faster and further. Plus, player will noticeably fatigue faster and their stamina challenged while playing in cities at higher elevations versus sea level.
Authentic Stadiums - Compete in all 10 official stadiums of 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa.

Customer Reviews

Amazing, fun game!
This game has many differences to FIFA 10, but they are mostly small ones. The online mode is about 100 times better than FIFA 10 though since every game you play you earn points now for wins or 1 pt for tie. You are in a league and play 10 games per season, after 10 games u can get relegated or promoted to the next highest league, there are 10 leagues. If you win at the highest league you become champion and earn trophies. Plus all your wins go towards a country you represent, so there are rankings on how good the countries are at playing.

The actual game has better sound than 10 by a million times. It's extremely festive and loud and you really feel like your at a live match. The passing seems a lot more realistic and fluid and the players make brilliant runs now, the cpu seems to think off the ball so much better. Gameplay seems a bit faster so it tends to make the matches more exciting, sometimes it is a bit fast for realism. New penalty system I love, makes it a little harder to get one so there is more excitement. Graphics are about the same as 10 I would say. Players faces are much better though, they really look like the real guys now.
Best Fifa World Cup So Far
I got this game yesterday and so far I'm very impressed.

This is by far the best world cup EA has created in their FIFA World Cup series. The atmosphere, graphics, and user interface are much improved over last world cup.

First, the positives:

The game play is pretty realistic. The defense is much harder to break down than in previous versions, which seems to keep the scoreline in check.

The online mode is awesome. You can actually pick a team and challenge other teams in world cup.

As far as the graphics go, I believe they're pretty strong. Stadiums, game action, and atmosphere, everything looks good. The crowds make you feel you are actually in the stadium.

Having 199 teams is a huge plus. You can even pick Afghanistan. LOL

Having two Button game play is a great addition for new comers in game.

Penalty kicks have improved and they are alot harder to score.

Btw the Goal looks bigger.

The negatives:

You still can`t play against friends in 2 vs 2 match up.

There are no clubs in it, but that doesn't bother me since I have Fifa 09 and Fifa 10.

Overall. it's a great game. If you want more features and clubs go buy Fifa 10, but if you want better graphics more International teams get this. This

game comes out every 4 years so I didn't mind paying for it and enjoy having my hometown team in there. So if you are hardcore fan of soccer or your

country didn`t make it to world cup buy this. You won't regret.

Take care and I'll see you online! :)
Awesome game!
If you like soccer and if you like FIFA, go buy this game with your eyes closed (note that I have FIFA 10). The game is similar to FIFA 10, but he gameplay has many improvements, the ball fells more real, the keepers play better and the penalties are harder and need to be practiced.

But where this game really shines is in the online mode, you can play the FIFA World Cup online, with the group phase, quarter finals and everything, the game always sets you up with someone who is in the same part of the tournament as you, so if you are in the final, your online opponent will also be in the final, this sets up interesting matches and will give you exciting matches, because if you lose one game after the group phase you have to start again. Because of this, every game matters and will not be just an online head to head match, and winning the cup is very satisfactory.

Im hooked to this game!

FIFA 2010

2010-05-21T07:09:00.000-07:00

FIFA 2010
From Electronic Arts

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Overview - On the heels of winning 25 international gaming awards with FIFA 09, the top-selling football franchise from EA SPORTS is surpassed with FIFA 10. Responding to consumer feedback from more than 275 million online games played, FIFA 10 refines an already potent game engine, focusing on what matter most to fans.

Product Details

Amazon Sales Rank: #2060 in Video Games
Brand: Electronic Arts
ESRB Rating: Everyone
Platforms: Windows Vista, Windows XP
Format: DVD-ROM
Dimensions: .26 pounds

Features

360? Dribbling -The first-ever true 360 dribbling system in a football game provides finer dribbling
Freedom in Physical Play
Player Urgency - Improved urgency AI logic, with over 50 new movement cycles
Improved Trapping Intelligence - Players now have a better awareness of where the easiest
More Accurate Passing - Players better analyze space resulting in pinpoint passes

Customer Reviews

FIFA PC =/= FIFA Xbox360/PS3
This game is the same as FIFA 09, the gameplay hasn't been updated much and it is surely not running on anything like the new FIFA 2010 engine that debuted on FIFA 2010 Xbox360 and PS3. It is claimed that there is 360 dribbling, this is a farce, the players don't move nearly the same as the console versions and the physical play is lacking. Furthermore, the passing is not nearly as crisp and still players will pass directly to opponent players. The list of problems, glitches and other issues continues, this is a series in need of a complete overhaul on the PC.

The graphics are horrid, the 'widget' system is still intact and the team customization options remain bland and sub-par at best. EA has continue to release lackluster PC incarnations of the FIFA series and it continues this tradition here. Avoid this game and either buy it on the Xbox360 or PS3, the true versions with 360 dribbling, physical play, and everything else, or Pro Evolution 2010, whose PC version is actually quite excellent.

Do not give EA money for this disservice to its customers, they need to be punished and see that more than a passing effort needs to be made in the PC port.
FIFA 10: good, but not as good as you might hope...
I fell in love with the Fifa based football game when I bought the 08 version about a year ago. I was missing home and since it's nigh on impossible to get a rugby game here in the USA, I decided a soccer game would substitute.

08 was not bad, a bit clumsy in terms of player behavior and of course there were the physics of player movements etc, which were a little mediocre. Enter the hype of Fifa 10 and I couldn't wait.... Having drooled over the development videos and the eye candy of all the new features on EA's website, I was eagerly looking forward to an improved product. Alas, alack, it was not quite to be.

Definitely there have been some major strides between the 08 version and 10 - 10 is an immensely better product. The collision system is pretty awesome and the physics is handled quite well. The replay movies and up close renderings of the players' features is quite amazing. The graphics on the PC are a little less spectacular than I imagined, and many 09 fans complain that the graphics engine is little more than a re-hash of the 09 game. The blistering features seen in the Xbox 360 engine are not apparent in the PC game and that was disappointing.

Now, I confess I'm still a newbie to the platform, but a quick analysis of the Fifa 10 forums page revealed a bitter stand-off between the PC community and the developers. The console is where this game really shines and was likely intended...such is the nature of many sports franchises it seems. I have read too, that EA Sports toned down the game in PC form to accommidate the weaker PC platforms generally available in South American countries where the sport is huge, but this seems hard to believe.

In short, if you're expecting the game play seen in much of the advertisements, you'll be disappointed.

On the positive side, this is still a really fun game. There are several modes to chose from, including "be a pro" in which you can create your own player and represent your national team. The traditional manager mode is available and delivers a little more information and detail than 08. It's the development of players that I find the most addictive, along with the purchasing of upgrades and more players. It is easy to make mistakes and if you loose too many games and not meet the board's expectations, you may find yourself out of a manager's job. EA Sports also gave your a manager's mode without all the fiddly manager's expectations, so you can simply enjoys playing with your favorite team.

The professional difficulty level is generally challenging enough for me. I've played this game a lot and I've noticed the more team harmony there is the better the team plays. There are still quirks where players make stupid decisions or block each other's shots or passes, often with catastrophic results...defensive play is often mindblowingly annoying. You watch in frustration as strikers glide past your defenders who've bumbled into each other, and I've noticed it's often impossible to select the correct player to make a defensive maneuver to negate an attack.

The team play is generally smarter and teams will operate more complicated attacks and exploit the wings etc, rather than plug their way through the middle of the paddock. This means finding the right strategy to combat even lesser teams.

You need a handheld controller, like a logitech dual action, but I have to confess skill moves using the "trick stick" is not easy to get right. When it comes to beating teams, you need to have a good awareness of player positions using peripheral vision sometimes and be quick to pass and through pass where possible. Once you get a handle on this and can get some acendancy on an opponent, generating a win gets a smidge easier. However, fall behind and it becomes bloody hard to crack an opponents defense.

Sometimes it feels the other team simply shuts up shop and floods the box with so many players there's absolutely no space to attack. That gets furstrating.

The commentary is a little cyclic and generally works...there are some quirks, Clive Tillsley repeats a player's name twice when he threatens to score and there are othe minor bugs in the coding regarding when and where the right comment should fit. It's the same in the 08...

Overall, if you love soccer, this won't disappoint, it just won't blow you away. There are other franchises out there, the PES platform is arguably pretty good too. I can't justify having both. Loads of fun, just not as spectacular as the console version...
FIFA 10 adds a few new features but concentrates on getting the on-field action better then ever before...
Unfortunately, despite the universal praise we have to knock FIFA 10 down for the complete lack of attention paid to the commentary. Once again, Martin Tyler and Andy Gray provide the punditry, but anybody who has played FIFA 09 will instantly spot the same lines being used again from last year's outing. It's not that it's particularly bad, but if football commentary wants to continue to improve beyond the two-part dialogue between the pair - which it certainly can - then you feel Rutter has to be willing to take a few more risks and show a little more innovation than evolution. Otherwise FIFA 10 is exemplary in the sound and overall presentation. Players call 'man on' and 'down the line'; announcers are heard over the Tannoy and crowds get behind the team with authentic chants. Visuals are once again beyond any competition, with stunningly detailed player models, sublime animation and a nice added depth-blur on close-up scenes.

adidas World Cup 2010 Jo'Bulani Final Official Match Ball

2010-05-21T04:32:00.000-07:00

adidas World Cup 2010 Jo'Bulani Final Official Match Ball
From adidas

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#9476 The official match ball of the 2010 FIFA World Cup Final to be held in South Africa. The design honors the prestige of the match and the host city Johannesburg. The Final will be held on July 11, 2010. The name Jo'bulani is a direct tribute to host city Johannesburg, while the Jo'bulani's golden design honors the prestige of the match and that golden FIFA World Cup Trophy that every player in the world longs to hoist. The Final will be held on July 11, 2010 and we, along with the rest of the world, will be watching. Constructed with eight new thermally bonded, spherically shaped, 3 D EVA and TPU panels, this ball is perfectly round and has been equipped with a new Grip'n'Groove technology. Grip'n'Groove is a textured treatment that ensures the ball flies straight and true. Designed for never before seen power, swerve and control. It's a ball truly worthy of the best in the game

Product Details

Size: Large
Brand: adidas
Dimensions: 2.00 pounds

Features

The ultimate ball for the ultimate match
Jo'Bulani The Official World Cup 2010 Final Official Match Ball by adidas
COVER: Termally bonded PU for exceptionally true and straight flight
BLADDER: Latex for excellent rebound
Note: All of our balls are shipped deflated. This helps in keeping our shipping costs low, savings that we can pass on to you

adidas World Cup 2010 Repliqué Soccer Ball

2010-05-21T04:20:00.000-07:00

adidas World Cup 2010 Repliqué Soccer Ball
From Adidas

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Price:	$15.00 - $24.99

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Product Details

Amazon Sales Rank: #253 in Sports & Outdoors
Size: Large
Brand: adidas
Model: E42026
Released on: 2009-12-01
Dimensions: 6.20" h x 6.20" w x 6.50" l, .65 pounds

Features

Replica of the World Cup 2010 South Africa official match ball
Hand-stitched soccer ball is FIFA inspected and was tested for circumference, weight, rebound and water absorption
Latex bladder for best rebound characteristics
High-quality materials and construction offer exceptional durability
Polyurethane construction

Amazon.com
Get World Cup fever with the adidas® World Cup 2010 South Africa Repliqué match ball. Jabulani, the name given to the official ball, means "to celebrate" in isiZulu.

The World Cup Repliqué Soccer Ball features 11 colors, representing the 11 official languages of South Africa, the 11 diverse South African communities that exist throughout the country, and the 11 players on the pitch.

The design features eight panels, bigger sweet spots, and an all-new grip 'n groove profile. The grip is enhanced with a raised micro structure to give strikers more precision, while aerodynamic grooves allow this ball cut straight through the air like an arrow. The 11 different colors on the ball represent the 11 official languages of South Africa, the 11 diverse South African communities that exist throughout the country, and the 11 players on the pitch.
About adidas
The vision of company founder Adolf Dassler has long become reality, and his corporate philosophy the guiding principle for successor generations. The idea was as simple as it was brilliant. Adi Dassler’s aim was to provide every athlete with the best possible equipment. It all began in 1920, when Adi Dassler made his first shoes using the few materials available after the First World War.

The adidas name dates back to 1948, deriving from the first two syllables of Adi Dassler’s first and last name. One year later, Adi Dassler registered the Three Stripes as a trademark.
After a period spanning almost 70 years, the Dassler Family withdrew from the company in 1989, and the enterprise was transformed into a corporation ("Aktiengesellschaft"). French-born Robert Louis-Dreyfus was Chairman of the Executive Board from April 1993 to March 2001. It was he who initiated adidas’ flotation on the stock market in November 1995. adidas--a name that stands for competence in all sectors of sport around the globe. Today, the adidas product range extends from shoes, apparel and accessories for basketball, soccer, fitness and training to adventure, trail and golf.

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