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Topic: Dollars and Cents, Pounds and Pence, where did you waste yours?...
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ZombieJesus
Lost Belgian
DOOP Secretary
 Since: Apr 2002
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posted 03-17-2008 16:16 |
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Throat tablets and lung de-sliming medicine.
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rach_the_tall
Space Pope
 
 Since: Feb 2001
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posted 03-17-2008 19:56 |
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No... they'll try and sell you new, awesome ones.Which you should buy.
Wait, wait, let me gather these piles of money so I can throw them at apple.
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DrThunder88
Space Pope
Since: Oct 2001
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posted 03-18-2008 03:35 |
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Make sure you take the new Bentley, the one with extra trunk space. quote:
Originally posted by Zoidberg227:
Heh Ralph, I don't even draw and I'm jealous. Maybe it's just jealousy of the artistic talent though ...
I'm jealous as well, but because I love gadgetry I would never use regularly.
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Gopher
Fallback Guy
Liquid Emperor
 
Since: Dec 2005
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posted 03-18-2008 08:55 |
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ben: yah... "new.." when the iPhone launched a year ago... they were omitted from the iTouch's launch specifically to nudge people into buying iPhones instead of iTouches, and now they're hoping to squeeze another $20 out of everyone who bought an iTouch anyway by selling them. Almost every feature added in the "January Upgrade" was present on the iPhone free before the iTouch came out. You're one of those mac-fanboys, who has been brainwashed into thinking they're in some way less evil than Microsoft, aren't you? Two months later and they've FINALLY added a "fuck off" button to the sales screen you're presented with every time you connect your iTouch to your pc. Until now it's just had "take my money" and "Keep asking" buttons. We'll see if it actually works. My bitterness was renewed when I broke down and bought the damned thing mainly for the proper mail client and the notepad, only to learn that the mail client doesn't seem to want to work with most of my accounts (might be defective documentation from the mail hosts rather than apple's fault) and that the notepad program won't tilt, so you have to use the narrow version of the keyboard (why only safari ever allows you to tilt it for the wider on-screen keyboard I have no fucking clue). [This message has been edited by Fallback Guy Gopher (edited 03-18-2008).]
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~FazeShift~
DOOP Secretary
Since: May 2002
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posted 03-18-2008 15:56 |
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Gopher
Fallback Guy
Liquid Emperor
Since: Dec 2005
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posted 03-18-2008 16:10 |
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Indeed. I'm still happy overall with the iTouch, as it's quite nice, but steve jobs and the Apple Computers Marking Division need to choke on an iPod Shuffle.
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Ben
DOOP Secretary
Since: Jul 2001
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posted 03-18-2008 16:34 |
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iTouch
Don't call it that.
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Gopher
Fallback Guy
Liquid Emperor
Since: Dec 2005
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posted 03-18-2008 16:36 |
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I'm too lazy to keep reiterating iPod Touch, so I truncate it out of sheer laziness. The fact that Apple doesn't like it either is the final clincher.
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Ben
DOOP Secretary
Since: Jul 2001
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posted 03-18-2008 16:45 |
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Laziness prevents you from using one extra syllable?Conversations with you must be a hoot..
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Gopher
Fallback Guy
Liquid Emperor
Since: Dec 2005
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posted 03-18-2008 16:58 |
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Indee.
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winna
Moderator
Space Pope
Since: May 2001
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posted 03-18-2008 17:04 |
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You buy apple stuff?  Do you also happen to watch that stargate show? 
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Gopher
Fallback Guy
Liquid Emperor
Since: Dec 2005
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posted 03-18-2008 17:08 |
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the iPod Touch is the first apple product I've ever bought. And you need to consult with the other winnas before asking me questions, as most of them know by now that I watch Stargate. Perhaps you could set up a private wiki, winnapedia, where each winna can enter the facts they learn about people so the others can at least consistantly display the same knowledge, if not the same personality?
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winna
Moderator
Space Pope
Since: May 2001
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posted 03-18-2008 17:15 |
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There aren't multiple winnas. Whoever told you that is lying. And even if there were, they wouldn't keep a wiki. Too high profile.... not mobile enough.
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~FazeShift~
DOOP Secretary
Since: May 2002
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posted 03-18-2008 17:48 |
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I'm reading some Apple products go on fire these days.
Fail more Apple, a pocket device that might turn you into a charred corpse, nice design flaw.
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chay's head
Urban Legend
 
Since: Jan 2004
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posted 03-18-2008 18:11 |
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no no, that's a design feature it's uhhh, consumer..warming... iWarming, and it's 20% smaller than it was before...
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rach_the_tall
Space Pope
Since: Feb 2001
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posted 03-18-2008 20:06 |
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It's a winter heating device, you cretin.Goph: Well, I would have an iPhone if I could. Especially considering that my mobile phone is being held together by sticky tape. Unfortunately, my upside down country doesn't have them. Or running water.
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chay's head
Urban Legend
Since: Jan 2004
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posted 03-18-2008 20:19 |
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Too fancy for stagnant ponds now are we? Sheesh...
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SpacemanSpiff
DOOP Secretary
Since: Jan 2002
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posted 03-18-2008 20:21 |
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Originally posted by chay's head:
no no, that's a design feature it's uhhh, consumer..warming... iWarming, and it's 20% smaller than it was before...
And it's shiny! And look how pretty the user interface is before it severely burns your crotch!And rach: Given the weak dollar, you could just import one from the US and crack it and then use it. I assume that you don't have UMTS-only networks over there, right? Because if that is not the case, I guess it would work. Plus, if you crack it, you can use lots of neat applications that you otherwise couldn't use, or just for money.
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Ben
DOOP Secretary
Since: Jul 2001
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posted 03-18-2008 22:30 |
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...or you could wait until Apple says we're allowed to have it.OK, I'm just being facetious now
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rach_the_tall
Space Pope
Since: Feb 2001
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posted 03-18-2008 23:11 |
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Suck up.(Spiff, you're talking to a girl that has artfully held her old nokia together with bits of sticky tape, and carved her name into the back of it when drunk. The only way I would crack an iPhone would be by dropping it. Boom tish.) [This message has been edited by rach_the_tall (edited 03-18-2008).]
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Kryten
UberMod
DOOP Secretary
Since: Aug 2000
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posted 03-18-2008 23:12 |
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I picked up a DS game and the latest Pearls Before Swine book today. Those crocodiles crack me up.
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DogDoo8
Professor
Since: Jan 2004
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posted 03-18-2008 23:24 |
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Had launch with friends at a Korean place and had a bowl of Kimchi noodles witch where insanely hot, and then we had some Songpyeon cakes witch where very nice.
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tyraniak
Urban Legend
Since: Aug 2005
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posted 03-18-2008 23:55 |
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monopoly for the sega genesis
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SpacemanSpiff
DOOP Secretary
Since: Jan 2002
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posted 03-19-2008 09:59 |
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Originally posted by rach_the_tall:
(Spiff, you're talking to a girl that has artfully held her old nokia together with bits of sticky tape, and carved her name into the back of it when drunk. The only way I would crack an iPhone would be by dropping it. Boom tish.)
I have no personal experience, but from what I have seen, cracking it is really easy. Apparently, there's a software tool that does all the work for you, so really all you do is click a couple of buttons and you're all set. Maybe someone who owns an iPhone can tell us more about that, though.The carving things in the back might become an issue, from what I've heard, they're quite scratch-resistant.
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~FazeShift~
DOOP Secretary
Since: May 2002
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posted 03-19-2008 12:41 |
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You can get them engraved, so I call shenanigans on that! 
Anything scratch resistant sounds like a challenge to me.
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DrThunder88
Space Pope
Since: Oct 2001
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posted 03-19-2008 22:43 |
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What about laser engraving? All engraving, no abrading.
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TheMadCapper
Fluffy
Space Pope
Since: Apr 2001
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posted 03-19-2008 22:49 |
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But Doug, that doesn't have the same character as a hand-carved scrawl. It's all about the personalization.  There ya go. [This message has been edited by Fluffy TheMadCapper (edited 03-19-2008).]
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rach_the_tall
Space Pope
Since: Feb 2001
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posted 03-20-2008 00:08 |
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Yes, well, laser engraving is all well and good, but it's not like I could bring it along to the pub with me. Unless it has a keyring attachment.
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Ninaka
commandant
cleavage
Space Pope
Since: Jan 2001
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posted 03-20-2008 02:08 |
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I love the rush you get when you win an eBay item that several people have been bidding on... I'm running on adrenalin!! weee....Got me another pair of Spy Soldier goggles  
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Ninaka
commandant
cleavage
Space Pope
Since: Jan 2001
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posted 03-24-2008 21:59 |
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Bump/Double Post.I've been raping eBay lately........ I got a new Burton Lux 154 snowboard:
 new Flow Essence bindings:
 and, new Burton Emerald boots:
 I'm set for winter!!!
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chay's head
Urban Legend
Since: Jan 2004
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posted 03-24-2008 22:03 |
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Funky board, not as cool as my Crane Sports "Cyber X" $300 on flights to and from Melbourne...
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Ninaka
commandant
cleavage
Space Pope
Since: Jan 2001
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posted 03-24-2008 22:07 |
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I wanted to get the Burton Troop... I dunno maybe I still should have bought it, but I know the Lux is a slightly softer flex and I like them better like that rather than too stiff.I've never owned a Burton before!! Very scary. I wonder if it'll be better than my 5150, because she's my baby and I loooove her (even though she's dying) Oh, what else. Ah yes, another $700 on car insurance due this week.  I wanna buy a new snowboarding jacket now! It eases the pain.
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chay's head
Urban Legend
Since: Jan 2004
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posted 03-24-2008 22:12 |
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heh, My friend has an... 07 (i think) Custom X, he last one was a something-or-other "Provider". Lamest name for a snowboard ever! I keep telling him his Custom X is just a crap overpriced version of my Cyber X...
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Ninaka
commandant
cleavage
Space Pope
Since: Jan 2001
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posted 03-24-2008 22:21 |
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Custom X's are sweeeeet boards though. WAY overpriced though, you're right.I can't believe I've turned to the dark side and bought a Burton.  Oh well. It was a bargain! I'm getting everything shipped from the US for cheap.
Those 4 items total up to what 1 board usually costs here in Australia. Not too shabby.
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Margarita
DOOP Secretary
Since: Oct 2002
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posted 03-25-2008 23:26 |
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ha, what's wrong with burton?
i've never tried snowboarding... it seems like fun but mad expensive no? jackets, gloves, glasses, boards etc and trips to mountain-y places. hmm.
i can't wait til it's warm enough to skateboard  as for buying stuff, i bought concert tickets awhile ago, then an overpriced dress that i really wanted and usual stuff like food, drinks etc.
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rach_the_tall
Space Pope
Since: Feb 2001
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posted 03-25-2008 23:56 |
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Dear surgary treats:Why did I buy you? I still have easter eggs that I didn't want floating around at home. Now I feel ill, and I'm craving diet coke. This is your fault. Please go away. Love, Rachael
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Ben
DOOP Secretary
Since: Jul 2001
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posted 03-26-2008 00:31 |
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Diet Coke will neutralise the calories.My purchase:  Airport Express. For downstairs wi-fi and music!
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DrThunder88
Space Pope
Since: Oct 2001
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posted 03-26-2008 01:36 |
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Originally posted by rach_the_tall:
Dear surgary treats:Why did I buy you? I still have easter eggs that I didn't want floating around at home. Now I feel ill, and I'm craving diet coke. This is your fault. Please go away. Love, Rachael
Dear Rachael, I feel blindsided by this letter. Haven't I always been good to you? Whenever you felt a bit peckish, who did you turn to? Whenever you needed a little sweetness in your life, I was always there for you. All I ever asked from you is a little place on your hips. You know we're destined for one another. Soon the craving will set in, and then you'll come crawling back for another taste of sweet, sweet candy. "Bam!" with love, Sir Sugary Alvin Treats, III
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Zoidberg227
Urban Legend
Since: Jul 2004
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posted 03-26-2008 02:50 |
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x2, decent deal on eBay, though I've accidentally passed up better deals in the past...
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seattlejohn01
Liquid Emperor
Since: May 2007
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posted 03-26-2008 03:42 |
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That's a sweet looking stick, Andy. I've never tried Easton's; I've always played CCM's. You prefer wood or composite?
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