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- Natural Wood Housing for Better Bass Response and Acoustic Performance
- Soft silicone ear buds provide a super comfortable, noise reducing fit
- Symphonized headphones are perfect for iPhones, iPods and iPads, mp3 players, CD players and more.
- Built in Microphone
- Gold-plated 3.5 mm audio jack for premium, no-loss sound connection to your audio device.
With its unique acoustical properties, wood provides the best sound reproduction there is, which is why most high-end speakers and many musical instruments are made of wood, not to mention the interiors of concert halls. And that’s where you’ll feel you are when you listen to your favorite audio devices with Symphonized natural wood headphones, with neodymium magnets providing enough power to bring out top-quality acoustics, surrounding you with energizing, high- fidelity sound as if you’re right there at a live show. With their superior strength and durability, excellent noise isolation, distortion-free volume levels and deep base, Symphonized headphones are perfect for iPhones, iPods and iPads, mp3 players, CD players and more. Choose Symphonized natural wood headphones for your listening pleasure, and we’re sure you’ll never go back to plastic.
How is the quality of the mic – especially in a noisy area?
A: Excellent. They don’t block the noise completely but the quality of the sound is impressive and cuts through any noise.
YES
By Chris on June 3, 2014
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Finally. For years, I’ve been searching for a relatively cheap, sturdy pair of headphones that puts out the kind of sound that can keep up with my insatiable need for the highest quality streams and as much FLAC as I can fit into my ears. After researching a bevvy of options that I’ve trudged through before (Bose, Klipsch, Sony, Skullcandy, etc), I come upon these buds from a manufacturer I’ve never heard of, at a price I couldn’t believe. Skeptical of anything I haven’t read about before, I took to the reviews section to find out why so many people couldn’t stop talking about a company I’d only just discovered for the first time.
Well, Symphonized, whoever the hell you are, you make a damn, damn fine headphone, and I can’t thank you enough for doing it at a price point that doesn’t make me terrified every time I leave them hanging from my neck without proper protection installed. The sound from these is warm, rich, balanced, and gives you everything you could want from your music and then some. Fully recommended to anyone who’s shopping for personal sound on a budget, and even moreso for those who think they need to spend $200 to get a decent pair that plays their albums back accurately.
Musical, natural, makes you fall in love with music
By Pradeep on April 3, 2014
Verified Purchase
I own many kinds of headphones ranging from the Sennhieser HD 650 (which I listen to using a Nuforce Icon HDP amp) to the out of the box ones like the apple ear duds. Not to brag, but to say that I know a bit about high end audio equipment.
I personally like warm music, not a big fan of the higher frequencies.
The Symphonized NRG Premium Genuine Wood In-ear Noise-isolating Headphones with mic (white) is a pair of headphones (or earphones) which makes you want to listen to your music more and more. There is something about certain musical equipment which makes them naturally musical (if there is a such a word for something like that).
I have expected these to be warmer, as they are made of wood (dummy). But, somehow, they have managed to make them sound brighter as well (along with the warm tones which the wooden headphones naturally have).
The main area where this headphone shines is the mid range, which is where the crucial tones lie, making us like the music more. This headphone also enhances the music, like some equalizer has been applied, therefore does not sound flat, which is a good thing if you are a music lover. But if you are expecting very low bass tones, you may be slightly disappointed with this one (you are better off with Denon or maybe Sony, if you want noticeable but jarring bass).. More bass is not a good thing according to me, it is tighter bass which people like (which you get with the Senn HD 650), which is kind of difficult to get with smaller drivers like the ones you find in earphones. So, this headphone is doing its best, given the size.
Same thing applies if you are expecting accuracy in the reproduction of music. You wont get it with this one. But I was not and so are many normal listeners here. We all want to listen to good music, not accurate tones.
Also this one is very loud, people wouldn’t need to or want to listen to this at the max volume, as it might get a bit bright (surprisingly for a wooden headphone) when the volume increases.
If you are wondering what bright means, it is the high end, or screechy sort of noise, which occurs at the higher frequencies (near the upper hearing limits), hence the name high end.
Overall, this headphone makes the music sound more natural and musical (repeating this to emphasize this), with its fantastic mid range, bringing out the vocals and the upper end of the bass tones.
The one button remote works with voice control commands of my iPhone. it is used to toggle pause and play (with single tap) and even go to the next tract (double tap). Long press invokes the voice control. three taps make the song play from the beginning. You have to use the phone buttons to toggle volume, you cant do that with the headphone button.
I can’t stop listening to my fav. tracks as of now.Didn’t feel like this for sometime now, as I was using a crappy earphone earlier (got it with a nokia phone, was using it, as it was portable).
A worthy buy. The quality to price ratio of this one beats all its competitors and maybe even beats the ones which are priced much higher.
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“Hey there! So you might be asking yourself,
Self,
What is better, the new Sony Playstation 4 aka the PS4 or the new Microsoft XboxOne?”
mmmmmmmmm
I’ll tell you right now it’s clear
The PS4, Hands Down, will be the champ.
and here’s why….
It’s cheaper! How cheap? The PS4 is $100 cheaper than the XboxOne. For a brokeass college student like myself, that $100 is a world of difference between eating ramen for dinner or kicking some major ass on the next Call of Duty incarnation. I mean, $100 is a lot of fucking money, honey.
Second, you don’t need to be online all the time like to play games on the PS4. Your Xbox must check in via the internet once every 24 hours, if not, you won’t be able to play games – I mean what the fuck?
Finally, Kingdom Hearts! – that is all
Anyways, the PS4 wins for me but you can make up your minds for yourself.
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The PS4™ system focuses on the gamer, ensuring that the very best games and the most immersive experiences are possible on the platform. The PS4™ system enables the greatest game developers in the world to unlock their creativity and push the boundaries of play through a system that is tuned specifically to their needs. The PS4™ system is centered around a powerful custom chip that contains eight x86-64 cores and a state of the art 1.84 TFLOPS graphics processor with 8 GB of ultra-fast GDDR5 unified system memory, easing game creation and increasing the richness of content achievable on the platform. The end result is new games with rich, high-fidelity graphics and deeply immersive experiences.
Moving away from the more complicated Cell architecture of the PlayStation 3, the PlayStation 4 will feature a simpler AMD processor, in hopes of attracting a broader range of developers and support for the system. Sony also plans to place more focus on social gameplay, with incorporating a “share” button on the new controller and making it possible to view in-game play streamed live from friends. The console in general will have a strong focus with interactivity with other services and devices, including Gaikai, a cloud-based gaming service that will offer downloadable content and games, the PlayStation App, which will connect smartphones and tablets into a second screen to enhance gameplay, and the PlayStation Vita, which will be able to play a majority of the games through Remote Play.
XBox One
Moving away from the PowerPC based architecture used in the Xbox 360, the console features an AMD processor built around the x86-64 instruction set. The console places an increasing emphasis on entertainment and integration with the Kinect peripheral, offering the ability to use an existing set-top box to watch live television programming (augmented by an enhanced program guide with support for voice commands), a built-in Skype client, and improved second screen support. The console also provides new functionality for use in games, such as an expanded Xbox Live service, improved Kinect functionality, cloud computing, the ability to automatically record and share video highlights from gameplay, and integrated support for live streaming gameplay online.
Initial reaction to the Xbox One has been mixed. Early reviews praised the console’s new features, while others had criticized its lack of backwards compatibility with Xbox 360 games, online connectivity requirements, mandatory integration with Kinect, and ambiguous restrictions on the resale and sharing of used games. In response to these criticisms, Microsoft announced they would be dropping most of the originally planned digital rights management and internet connection requirements
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PlayStation 4 redefines rich and immersive gameplay with powerful graphics and speed, intelligent personalization, deeply integrated social capabilities, and innovative second-screen features” Suspend mode” eliminates the load time on your saved game and allows you to immediately return to where you left off by pressing the power button.
Background downloading and updating capability also allows you to immediately play digital titles as they download, or update the system when the hardware is powered off.PlayStation 4 lets you instantly share images and videos of your favorite gameplay moments on Facebook with a single press of the “share” button on the Dualshock 4 controller.
Broadcast while you play in real-time through Ustream, allowing friends to comment or jump into your game in new ways.Games already announced for the PlayStation 4 include first party titles Killzone: Shadow Fall, inFamous Second Son, Driveclub and Knack as well as partner titles Destiny, Diablo III, Deep Down and Watch Dogs
Push the boundaries of play with PlayStation 4. Working with some of the most creative minds in the industry, Sony has developed a breathtaking gaming system that delivers unique gaming experiences.
Completely New Ways to Play
The DUALSHOCK 4 controller incorporates a new highly sensitive six-axis sensor, as well as a touch pad located on the top of the controller, which offers gamers completely new ways to play and interact with games.
The newly developed PlayStation Camera for PlayStation 4 incorporates two high-sensitive cameras that have wide-angle lenses with 85-degree diagonal angle views which can recognize the depth of space precisely.
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Key Features
DUALSHOCK 4 controller with touch pad, three-axis accelerometer and three-axis gyroscope, and rechargeable battery
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Controller connection via Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
802.11 b/g/n wireless network connectivity, Ethernet, and USB ports
Main Processor:
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Price: Starting at $300
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Nintendo (NTDOY) revolutionized games in 2006 when it rolled out the Wii, featuring a motion-sensitive controller. Now it’s upgraded the groundbreaking console with the Wii U, which features two main improvements. The first is a hand-held tablet called the GamePad, which includes a tablet touch screen to play games, in addition to the normal buttons. Next, the Wii U features high-resolution graphics, unlike its predecessor. “The Wii U is pretty radically different.”
You can also stream online video content or surf the Web, and use the controller as a universal remote. Plus the Wii U lets you play games on the tablet instead of the TV.
The Wii U may provide a much-needed shot in the arm for Nintendo stock, which has traded down to around $16 from above $70 in 2008.
Nintendo Wii U
Price: Starting at $300
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Tablets and minitablets
Price: $199 to $660
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Leading the pack of new tablets will be the iPad Mini from Apple (AAPL), sporting a 7.9-inch screen that sets it apart from the 7-inch screen crowd.
But the iPad Mini is pricey, at $330 to $660. So lots of shoppers will opt for the Nook HD from Barnes & Noble (BKS). At just $199, it offers better screen quality than the Amazon.com (AMZN) Kindle Fire HD and is lighter, say reviewers at Consumer Reports and the New York Times.
Google (GOOG) enters the fray with the Nexus 7 ($200). Note that this is the first piece of hardware sporting the Google brand. Does this mark a new direction (and profit source) for the search giant?
Consumers who want the convenience of touch on a tablet, and the old familiar keyboard, will go for the Surface, offered by Microsoft (MSFT). And for kids, there’s the Nabi 2, which runs on Android and features a protective frame.
Tablets and minitablets
Price: $199 to $660
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Phablets
Price: $150 to $300 with contract
Take a smartphone and cross it with a minitablet, and what do you get? A phablet. “It’s a phone with a screen on steroids that’s big enough to be like a tablet,” says Ramon Llamas, research manager for mobile phones at IDC, a technology research group. Phablets usually sport 5-inch screens, which means they’re better than smartphones for watching movies or playing games.
Some phablets come with a stylus that makes it easier to work in spreadsheets or PowerPoint, says Llamas. Two he particularly likes are Samsung Electronics’ (SSNLF) Galaxy Note II, which goes for $300 with a contract purchase from Verizon Communications (VZ), and the Droid DNA by HTC, which costs $200, with a Verizon contract.
Phablets
Price: $150 to $300 with contract
Nook Simple Touch with GlowLight
Price: $119
More info on Amazon.com
Digital books continue to catch on, and many shoppers will be opting for the latest Nook Simple Touch from Barnes & Noble (BKS) to get family or friends in on the trend this holiday.
This Nook is cheaper than the comparable e-reader from Amazon. They’re technically priced the same, but you don’t have to pay extra for a charger, included with the Nook, and you don’t have to pay $20 to get ads removed, as with Amazon’s version. Plus the Nook is lighter.
You also don’t give up any content, since Barnes & Noble has comparable book offerings. The “GlowLight” features special settings that allow the Nook to work well in sunlight or low light. If you opt for the Nook, you won’t be alone. Barnes & Noble digital content sales grew 46% in the most recent quarter.
Quality Nook e-readers and tablets should help Barnes & Noble move away from its reliance on brick-and-mortar stores, which has been one of the chief challenges for its business and stock.
Nook Simple Touch with GlowLight
Price: $119
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Samsung Galaxy Camera
Price: $500
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The Samsung Galaxy Camera takes “shoot and share” to a new level, by combining the features of great compact camera with the connectivity of a smartphone. It’s Wi-Fi enabled, so you can quickly post your pics to Facebook (FB), email them to friends or move them to cloud storage. And it outperforms smartphones on the quality of videos, low-light shots and images overall.
Here’s another advantage: It’s powered by the Android Jelly Bean operating system. So you can load on cool apps for shooting and editing — and who knows what else as developers contribute. That’s not an option with most cameras.
All of this suggests the camera will be popular this holiday season, says Ben Arnold, a tech gadget analyst with NPD. “It’s part smartphone, part digital camera. But it is by far a better camera that you have on your smartphone,” he says.
You do have to buy a monthly data plan from AT&T (T), for $10 or more. And the camera is not cheap. But early adopters are used to paying up. And this is the first camera available in the U.S. with a data plan and only the second with the Android OS.
Samsung Electronics (SSNLF) phones already offer a serious challenge to archrival Apple (AAPL), and the Samsung Galaxy Camera gives Samsung another leg up in this war.
Samsung Galaxy Camera
Price: $500
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Windows Phone 8
Price: $50 to $200 with contract
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Early reviews suggest smartphones powered by an overhauled Windows operating system may do better than a lot of people expect. “I’m a huge fan of Windows Phone because it has a different user interface. It’s not the dreaded wall of icons,” says Llamas, who manages mobile phone research at IDC.
Instead of the app-centric approach found on Android phones and the iPhone, the Windows Phone 8 interface features information-rich tiles that serve as windows to your favorite websites, your email, digital content or whatever else you choose. The tiles are “live,” meaning they’ll regularly display social media site updates, news updates, new mail messages or fresh sports scores, depending on how you set them up.
The Windows Phone 8 is a complete overhaul of the Windows 7 phone, offering faster processing power, high-definition screen capability and expandable memory. “Windows Phone 8 is absolutely worth using, especially if you enjoy a simpler, bolder interface,” according to CNET. A Kid Corner lets you convert the phone over to a children’s entertainment center that keeps the phone and the Internet off limits. Two popular models are the light and trim HTC Windows Phone 8X and the Nokia (NOK) Lumia 920, which offers more features. Early reviews suggest the Windows Phone 8 might help Microsoft (MSFT) finally get seriously into the phone game.
Windows Phone 8
Price: $50 to $200 with contract
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Video games
Price: $40 to $80
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Sluggish game sales have troubled companies like GameStop (GME), Activision Blizzard (ATVI) and Nintendo (NTDOY) all year, but that’s changing this holiday. Upgrades of popular titles will be popular gifts. Already, “Call of Duty: Black Ops II,” from Activision, is shooting out the lights. Sales topped $500 million in its first day on the market in mid-November. “It’s just screaming,” says Dartmouth Tuck School of Business professor Eric Johnson.
“Halo 4”, from Microsoft (MSFT), also put in a good performance, grossing $220 million on its first day of sales Nov. 6. That’s impressive, analysts say, because it’s available for only one gaming platform, the Xbox 360.
Besides these two, Mintel projects that the following titles will do the best this holiday season: “Hitman: Absolution” from a Japanese company called Square Enix (SQNXF); “Assassin’s Creed III” and “Far Cry 3” from Ubisoft Montreal, a division of French publisher Ubisoft Entertainment (UBSFY); and “New Super Mario Bros” and “Lego: Lord of the Rings” from Nintendo.
Video games
Price: $40 to $80
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Roku LT Streaming Player
Price: $50
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Just about everyone loves TV. And just about everyone loves the Internet. So why haven’t we seen a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups moment, mashing the two into one? Companies like Apple (AAPL), of course, are said to be working on a grand merger. Meanwhile, this season, Roku, sold by a private company, offers an affordable way to get at least a lot of the Internet onto your TV. So its boxes will be a hit.
The biggest attractions are that it they are cheap and easy to use. “They are simple enough that they are good grandparent gifts,” says Ackerman. Just hook it up to your Internet connection and voilà, you have streaming content on your TV. But don’t expect a Web browser. Instead, you get a set of channels to use, such as Netflix, Hulu Plus, HBO Go and MLB.TV, says Ackerman. Roku also offers good search capabilities across these platforms, he says.
This device will be a big hit with “cord cutters” who want to ditch the monthly cable bill. Another product in this camp: Boxee TV, which is being sold through Wal-Mart Stores (WMT) this holiday season. You’ll be thankful these boxes are so cheap, because they will evolve rapidly. “In two or three years these boxes will look like a horrible stopgap, but they are getting more refined,” says John Bradley, an editor at Wired.
Roku LT Streaming Player
Price: $50
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Beats by Dre Executive headphones
Price: $299
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As we fire up more songs, videos and games on our mobile devices, sales of quality headphones are taking off. “We have seen increases, especially in those priced over $100,” says Arnold at NPD, which examines sales data from retailers to spot trends. “Especially during the holidays, they make a good gift. Headphones are huge.”
Literally. Many of the popular portable headphones aimed at the college crowd — a key demographic here — are large, which helps pack in better quality. Headphones now often have built-in microphones for calls.
But the Beats by Dre Executive headphones are more compact, without sacrificing on quality, one reason Arnold thinks they will be a hit this holiday season. “If you don’t want to be the person walking around with huge cans on your head, these offer more of an adult look, while maintaining quality,” he says. Road warriors will find they fold up nicely to fit into a briefcase. And they offer noise cancellation, but this feature requires batteries.
Beats by Dre Executive headphones
Price: $299
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Nest Learning Thermostat 2.0
Price: $250
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Any trip home for the holidays may well involve an age-old routine: the battle of the thermostat with Dad. Well, it may be time to dazzle Dad with a new thermostat that just might persuade him to turn up the heat — since the thermostat may save him money in the long run.
The Nest Learning Thermostat, sold by a private company, monitors your behavior and controls heating systems, air conditioners, humidifiers and dehumidifiers, based on your habits. An “auto away” feature figures out when your house is empty and adjusts temperatures accordingly within a half-hour. Wi-Fi access lets you control your thermostat remotely to make sure the house is heated or cooled by the time you arrive.
The latest thermostat — from “father of the iPod” Tony Fadell — upgrades one first released a year ago. It is smarter, and it works with more home heating and cooling systems. The price may seem high for a thermostat, but the company claims you can save up to 20% of your annual energy bill. Dad shouldn’t be thinking about the price tag, since he’ll be getting his for free as a gift. That 20% savings should put a smile on his face.
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]]>Spike TV’s Video Game Awards pays tribute to the outstanding achievements of games, designers, animation, breakthrough technology, music and performances of the past year in the industry. The awards also provide a glimpse at the future of gaming, including exclusive sneak peeks and world premiere footage of some of the most anticipated games from the years to come.
Who do you think will take the crown in each category this year? Post below!
GAME OF THE YEAR
Batman: Arkham City
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword
Portal 2
Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception
STUDIO OF THE YEAR
Bethesda Game Studios
Naughty Dog
Rocksteady Studios
Valve
BEST XBOX 360 GAME
Batman: Arkham City
Forza Motorsport 4
Gears of War 3
Portal 2
BEST PS3 GAME
inFAMOUS 2
Killzone 3
LittleBigPlanet 2
Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception
BEST Wii GAME
Disney’s Epic Mickey
Kirby’s Return to Dream Land
Lost in Shadow
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword
BEST PC GAME
Battlefield 3
Minecraft
The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings
Portal 2
BEST HANDHELD/MOBILE GAME
Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective
Infinity Blade
Super Mario 3D Land
Jetpack Joyride
BEST SHOOTER
Battlefield 3
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
Gears of War 3
Rage
BEST ACTION ADVENTURE GAME
Assassin’s Creed: Revelations
Batman: Arkham City
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword
Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception
BEST RPG
Dark Souls
Deus Ex: Human Revolution
Dragon Age II
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
BEST MULTI-PLAYER
Battlefield 3
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
Gears of War 3
Portal 2
BEST INDIVIDUAL SPORTS GAME
Fight Night Champion
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12: The Masters
Top Spin 4
Virtua Tennis 4
BEST TEAM SPORTS GAME
FIFA Soccer 12
NBA 2K12
NHL 12
MLB ’11: The Show
BEST DRIVING GAME
DiRT 3
Driver: San Francisco
Forza Motorsport 4
Need For Speed: The Run
BEST FIGHTING GAME
The King of Fighters XIII
Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds
Mortal Kombat
WWE All Stars
BEST MOTION GAME
Child of Eden
Dance Central 2
The Gunstringer
The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword
BEST INDEPENDENT GAME
Bastion
Minecraft
Superbrothers: Sword and Sworcery EP
The Binding of Isaac
BEST ADAPTED VIDEO GAME
Back to the Future: The Game
Batman: Arkham City
Captain America: Super Soldier
LEGO Star Wars III: The Clone Wars
BEST SONG IN A GAME
“Build that Wall (Zia’s Theme)” by Darren Korb – Bastion
“Exile Vilify” by The National – Portal 2
“I’m Not Calling You a Liar” by Florence + the Machine – Dragon Age II
“Setting Sail, Coming Home (End Theme)” by Darren Korb – Bastion
“Want You Gone” by Jonathan Coulton – Portal 2
BEST ORIGINAL SCORE
Bastion
Batman: Arkham City
Deus Ex: Human Revolution
Portal 2
BEST GRAPHICS
Batman: Arkham City
LA Noire
Rage
Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A HUMAN MALE
J.K. Simmons as Cave Johnson – Portal 2
Mark Hamill as The Joker – Batman: Arkham City
Nolan North as Nathan Drake – Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception
Stephen Merchant as Wheatley – Portal 2
BEST PERFORMANCE BY A HUMAN FEMALE
Claudia Black as Chloe Frazer – Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception
Ellen McLain as GLaDOS – Portal 2
Emily Rose as Elena Fisher – Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception
Tara Strong as Harley Quinn – Batman: Arkham City
BEST DOWNLOADABLE GAME
Bastion
Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet
Stacking
Trenched
BEST DLC
Fallout: New Vegas – Old World Blues
Mass Effect 2: Arrival
Mortal Kombat: Freddy Krueger
Portal 2 Peer Review
MOST ANTICIPATED GAME
BioShock: Infinite
Diablo III
Halo 4
Mass Effect 3
The Last Guardian
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SIC PARVIS MAGNA Those are the famous words etched into Nathan Drake’s ring – famously adorned around his neck. Handed down to him from his ancestor, Sir Francis Drake, who mantra this was, Drake’s ring serves as a constant reminder of the meaning these words hold, and also of his birthright to greatness, something which Nate endlessly searches for SIC PARVIS MAGNA – GREATNESS FROM SMALL BEGINNINGS! Created and developed exclusively for the PlayStation 3 system by the award-winning development studio, Naughty Dog, and inspired by some of the greatest action-adventure movies of all time, UNCHARTED; is the only video game franchise – on any system – that can provide the experience of actually playing a summer Hollywood blockbuster film! Winner of over 300 industry awards including over 200 GAME OF THE YEAR awards, and earning over 41 perfect review scores, gamers and movie-lovers alike agree that UNCHARTED: Drake’s Fortune and UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves are the two MUST HAVE experiences for every PlayStation 3 owner! Now you can experience both of Drake’s first two breathtaking adventures in one amazing collected set. Packed with tons of bonus downloadable content including a co-op multiplayer game mode, maps, boosters, character skins, animated comics, PSN Avatars, and a Dynamic Theme, experience greatness from the beginning with the UNCHARTED Greatest Hits Dual Pack!
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]]>Amazon offers Buy 1 Get 1 50% Off on Select Video Games (Xbox 360 or PS3).
Add 2 Games to cart and discount will be seen at checkout. UPDATE it says Save 50% each on Qualifying Items offered by Amazon.com when you purchase 2 or more. Here’s how (restrictions apply)
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Prices before discounts
– Skyrim (Xbox 360, PS3 & PC) – $59.99
– Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (Xbox 360 & PS3) – $57.99
– Batman Arkham City (Xbox 360 & PS3) – $54.96
– Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception (PS3) – $57.08
– Rage (Xbox 360 & PS3) – $51.99
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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim :
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is the next installment in the award-winning Elder Scrolls series. Skyrim is the follow up to the 2006 Game of the Year, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion and the next game from Bethesda Game Studios, creators of the 2008 Game of the Year, Fallout 3. The Empire of Tamriel is on the edge. The High King of Skyrim has been murdered. Alliances form as claims to the throne are made. In the midst of this conflict, a far more dangerous, ancient evil is awakened. Dragons, long lost to the passages of the Elder Scrolls, have returned to Tamriel. The future of Skyrim, even the Empire itself, hangs in the balance as they wait for the prophesized Dragonborn to come; a hero born with the power of The Voice, and the only one who can stand amongst the dragons. Skyrim (Xbox 360, PS3 & PC) – $59.99
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 :
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is First-person Shooter rooted in a fictional, but ultra realistic near-future conflict of mostly American forces with those of the Russian Federation around the globe. The third installment in the Modern Warfare branch of the Call of Duty franchise, Modern Warfare 3 features a heavy focus on multiplayer gameplay which includes innovative new functionality that encourages multiple gameplay combat strategies, a new 2-player co-op option, new play modes, weapons and more. The game also includes a gripping single player campaign that picks up where Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 left off, and game integration with the Call of Duty: Elite online service. Call of Duty: Elite is an online multiplayer oriented service launched simultaneously with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3. The service offers both free and subscription based levels of access and is dedicated to the game franchise, featuring lifetime statistics across multiple games, social-networking options, competitions, a mobile app, Facebook integration and more. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (Xbox 360 & PS3) – $57.99
Batman Arkham City:
Batman Arkham City is third-person Action-Adventure game that delivers an authentic Dark Knight experience rooted in an original and engrossing story as well as a combination of melee combat, stealth, investigative and speed-based challenge gameplay. A sequel to 2009’s Batman: Arkham Asylum, Arkham City features the full range of classic enemies seen in the previous game, in addition to Catwoman, who is a playable character and has her own storyline in the new release. Additional features include: a range of new gadgets, an increased number of possible melee opponents and a range of movement options for Batman that include leaping, sliding, gliding and the grapple hook. Batman Arkham City (Xbox 360 & PS3) – $54.96
Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception (PS3)
Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception (PS3) is a unique third-person Action-Adventure game for play exclusively on PlayStation 3 that incorporates significant Shooter and Platformer gameplay mechanics resulting in another must-have game for PS3 players. The third game in the Uncharted franchise, Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception continues the adventures of the swashbuckling treasure hunter Nathan Drake, this as he finds himself in a new variety of challenging environments. Features include: interactive cinematic experience, stereoscopic 3D, an epic single player campaign and multiplayer support online as well as offline. Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception (PS3) – $57.08
Rage (Xbox 360 & PS3)
Rage is a groundbreaking first-person shooter set in the not-too-distant future after an asteroid impacts Earth, leaving a ravaged world behind. You emerge into this vast wasteland to discover humanity working to rebuild itself against such forces as bandit gangs, mutants, and the Authority – an oppressive government regime that has a special interest in you in particular. Featuring intense first-person shooter action, breakneck vehicle combat, an expansive world to explore and jaw-dropping graphics powered by id’s revolutionary id Tech® 5 technology, RAGE promises an experience like no other. Rage (Xbox 360 & PS3) – $51.99
Add any of the 2 Games above to cart and discount will be seen at final checkout.
Prices before discounts
– Skyrim (Xbox 360, PS3 & PC) – $59.99
– Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (Xbox 360 & PS3) – $57.99
– Batman Arkham City (Xbox 360 & PS3) – $54.96
– Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception (PS3) – $57.08
– Rage (Xbox 360 & PS3) – $51.99
Grand Theft Auto V
The homepage of makers Rockstar Games featured the game logo Grand Theft Auto V
It was GTA V which became a top trend on Twitter as fans shared their excitement at the promise of a new game.
Controversial game
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Details have been leaked about the new RockStar game “Grand Theft Auto V” the day before its Nov. 2 trailer is released.
Grand Theft Auto V
The protagonist/hero character is named Adrian, and is apparently a Hispanic or Mexican/Latino gangster. The game takes place in 2012 and the Mayan end-of-the-world theory is in full effect. Grand Theft Auto V
Apparently the military is also back in GTA V. Players will now be chased by the National Guard when they reach six stars of wanted level. The cover system has been upgraded and will play more smoothly. There will also be more girlfriends to woo. Parachutes are supposedly back, so air travel will once again be a bigger part of the game.
Multiplayer will return to the game, with 32-player matches for the console and 64-player games on the PC and also be a co-op story mode in GTA V.
Money also plays a big part of the new GTAV. The teaser image supports that theory, as the “V” in the title looks like it was printed on a dollar bill. The game story focuses on a big drug shipment that many gangs are fighting over, but not much more is known. The fifth installment also refers to “Grand Theft Auto V
In GTA IV the player’s moral choices affected the end of the game. The mechanic seems to be back now with four different unique endings possible.
These rumors come from 4chan via gameranx.com. The 4chan chat rooms are basically the Wild West saloon of the Internet, so news items coming from the forum must be viewed skeptically. The poster claims to be an employee of RockStar with a non-disclosure agreement, so the post was put up anonymously.
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About Gears of War 3
In Gears of War 3, players fight on as Marcus Fenix, the grizzled war hero and leader of Delta Squad. Eighteen months after the fall of the last human city, the war against the Locust rages on. Meanwhile, deep beneath the surface, a fearsome new threat is infecting the planet from within. With survivors scattered and civilization in ruins, time is running out for Marcus and his comrades as they fight to save the human race.
The Gears of War 3 series is one of the most popular franchises in Xbox history, with more than 12 million games sold worldwide, an upcoming film, New York Times best-selling novels and more. Get it on Amazon.com here: Gears of War 3
I’ve played Gears of War once and thought it was a fascinating shoot-em-up style first person shooter FPS type game where you save the world by fighting off evil alien monsters. I would probably get this game for guys or girls who enjoy this type of game.
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UPDATED FROM OCTOBER
AMAZON.COM currently has Sony Wireless Stereo 7.1 Surround Sound Headset pre-order for PlayStation 3 with free shipping
The release date for the Official Sony PS3 Wireless Stereo Headset as announced by Sony is September 6th, 2011
Sony Wireless Stereo 7.1 Surround Sound Headset Playstation 3 Product Features
- The Official Sony PS3 Wireless Stereo Headset
- 7.1 virtual surround sound enables you to hear the enemy before they see you
- Crystal clear conversations to strategize with teammates. Stay informed with exclusive on-screen headset status updates.
- Built-in rechargeable battery delivers seven hours usage on a single charge. Enjoy your Wireless Stereo Headset on your PC or Mac
- Enjoy hi-fidelity sound while watching your favorite movie. Breathable oversized earpads allow for hours of comfortable gameplay
Experience The Ultimate Audio Advantage with the official PS3 Wireless Stereo Headset. Hear the enemy before they see you with 7.1 digital surround sound. Mobilize your squad during intense multiplayer gaming using the highest quality voice chat. Maintain the edge by staying informed with on-screen headset status updates. Get fast access to key buttons like microphone mute and volume control with a simple tap or slide of the finger on the headset. And enjoy hours of in-the-zone comfort with oversized earpads. The official Wireless Stereo Headset for the PS3 system is your new deadliest weapon.
Key Features
- The Official PS3™ Wireless Stereo Headset
- 7.1 digital surround sound* enables you to hear the enemy before they see you
- Crystal clear conversations to strategize with teammates
- Breathable oversized earpads allow for hours of comfortable gameplay
- Stay informed with exclusive on-screen headset status updates**
- Enjoy hi-fidelity sound while watching your favorite movie
- Easily access headset Volume and Mic Mute controls
- Retractable microphone for use only when you need it* Surround sound on the PS3™ requires system software version 3.70 or later. Surround Sound does not work with Blu-ray Disc movies**On-screen headset updates available on PS3™ systems only
Sony Wireless Stereo 7.1 Surround Sound Headset Playstation 3 REVIEW
I thought the Sony Wireless Stereo 7.1 Surround Sound Playstation 3 headset was excellent for the price. Sony did a great job designing the look and feel of this set: when I wear it I feel like Optimus Prime from Transformers commanding my autobots in play, or wearing one of those soundproof headsets they have at the gun range. The sound quality is great, though there is some distortion when you raise it to the maximum levels. Also, you don’t have many options in controlling the sound except for adjusting the volume of the headset, adjusting the volume of the game (background noises vs chat), and turning on and off the 7.1 virtual surround sound.
I recommend to keep the virtual surround sound on when you are playing because it really makes a difference. I tested the headset with regular netflix and dvds and they worked great, not the best sound mind you, but still pretty decent. It’s really simple and easy to use: plug in the usb dongle and turn on the headset and you’re ready to go.
Final conclusion: for the price of under $100 for this wireless headset, I would definitely recommend getting it for the sound quality, convenience, and comfort!
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