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    All newbie/starter entry level DSLR information

    Re: need dslr within 30k Oops..I meant that one cannot capture video on a DSLR easily like in a point and shoot camera. Correct me if I'm wrong but I thought that most entry level DSLRs don't have a video function. I meant I don't know what brand is good in DSLRs i.e. which brand to go for...
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    All newbie/starter entry level DSLR information

    Re: need dslr within 30k AFAIK, the major shortcomings of a DSLR are live view and image stabilization. Most entry level DSLRs don't support Live View and hence cannot shoot video and also, they do not come with image stabilized kit lenses. I remember some earlier posts on this forum also where...
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    A Open Post to Sony Ericsson from a Fan

    I would guess that SE has already lost a lot of customers because of their fast port fiasco, M2 and now trying to segment their users into camera and walkman branded phones. Some of the things I actually like about SE holding on to vs Nokia is their relatively small and simple form factor for...
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    Info reqd on 2nd hand medical book purchasing stores

    Folks, I recently got my marriage degree :brevet: and my wife (who is a doctor btw) moved in with a ton of medical books. I'm barely able to move around in my living room. However, she has graciously agreed to dispose of some of her old books. But I'm not able to find a store that takes back...
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    Car & Bike Honda City 1.5S MT Damaged by Linkway Honda Service Centre (Update: Car comes back)

    Re: Honda City 1.5S MT Damaged by Linkway Honda Service Centre If this is brought to Honda India's notice, Linkway could face a penalty. From what I've heard, the japs take these issues very seriously and Honda and Toyota penalize their dealers for any quality or service deviations. It is...
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    Airtel Broadband Double Speed offer

    Just want to to let working folks who claim tax benefit on phone and broadband bills know that with retrospective effect, tax benefits on phone and broadband are withdrawn by the govt. So, for this year, we won't be getting any tax benefit on those 1K+ broadband bills that we are paying for...
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    Car & Bike Car Suggestion <= 5 lks, good mileage and good looking

    I think the petrol Ritz ZXi with K-series engine for economy can be considered(although personally, I really don't like it's looks). It's a maruti so you have the benefit of a good service network and maybe slightly reduced pricing. I don't know if the Swift with K-series engine is avbl yet...
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    How's the name 'Laksh' ?

    How does Yash sound? (It's my neighbours' kid's name :) and they're very happy with it).
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    Burj Khalifa - the tallest structure in the world!

    While I appreciate the beauty of such a monument, I cannot help but think about the obscene amount of money and exploitation of labour that goes into such projects in the middle east...not to mention the power requirements to sustain operations for such monolithic structures. And if you see the...
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    Laptops DELL Shipping Policy sucks

    I was recently on the lookout for a laptop for my brother. On browsing the Dell wesbite, I couldn't help but feel like I was at a Pizza joint. Every add on costs extra. It's like, do you want extra crispiness with your screen :P ..for only 2K? I'm beginning to feel that Dell is not VFM from an...
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    geysers to warm water ?

    I have 25L Venus and Racold heaters in my and my father's house. The heating element is of 2kW for 25L. Venus takes twice the time to heat water (18-20 min) vs the Racold heaters(10-12 min). Overall, I've not had any problem with my Venus water heaters but I feel that overall, Racold is better...
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    How Do You Men Dispose Of Razor Blades?

    I started with Wilkinson sword in my early days. I found it quite good. Then used some displsoble razors. They were not so good. My uncle then introduced me to Mach3 and since then, I've never looked back. Mach3 razors are really good. They are long lasting and are much less abrasive than other...
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    Kitchen Chimney suggestions

    I had done research in this area some 5 years ago. I think Faber is a much better brand than Glen or Gilma. However, I did not end up getting Faber at the time as the price was just too high plus I could not tolerate the ugly baffle filter. Metal mesh filer is so much better looking. I...
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    PC Peripherals Avoid Transcend products!

    Re: Avoid Transcend products While Seagate's RMA procedure with Accel Frontline is fine so far, I still prefer WDs "pickup and delivery" HDD replacement service model. I don't know of many firms that care so much for a customer after he has bought a product. I may have faced problems once with...
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    Timex Empera

    Nice watch. I'd gifted my fiancee a lovely timex empera wristwatch last month. They make some good watches.
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    Storage Solutions Old and new HDD compatibility

    That could possibly happen if your OS is not installed properly on your SATA drive. First of all, did you manage to install WinXP on your SATA drive correctly? As other members suggested, the best way to do it would be to disconnect your older PATA(IDE) drive and get WinXP installed on your SATA...
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    mATX AGP Mobo + Proccy

    Bumping thread....looking for socket 754 or socket 939 Athlon + mATX AGP mobo combos but will settle for lower speced configs for around a 1000/-.
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    TE PC Buying Guide November 2009

    I was looking for an updated list as I'm not in sync nowadays with what's current. Thanks a lot for your effort.
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    mATX AGP Mobo + Proccy

    Is it a micro ATX board? What is your asking price?
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    mATX AGP Mobo + Proccy

    I was hoping for an Athlon 3000+ or higher + AGP mobo. But, you can PM specs and asking price to me.