Topic: Toshiba 3rd Gen HD DVD Players

[SirLaw11]

Grabe nice yun collection ni SirLaw11. Idol!!!

Thank you po 


Firmware for 3rd gen HD DVD are up for grabs, version 1.3 at toshiba's website

[radforce]

1.3 na? applicable din kaya for A3(sorry blocked kasi yun toshiba's site dito sa office).

Tho my unit is still running 1.0 FW and I still have to burned the ISO for 1.1 FW.

[SirLaw11]

Yes this new firmware is also intented for the A3, for my A3 is using 1.1 right now. I have no reason to update to 1.3 yet since wala naman akong problema sa 1.1 so far.

[Macross]

wala pa rin ba LOCAL sighting nitong mga toshiba players?

[radforce]

Yes this new firmware is also intented for the A3, for my A3 is using 1.1 right now. I have no reason to update to 1.3 yet since wala naman akong problema sa 1.1 so far.

Thanks! the update is for A3 din pala, I just read from AVSForum that ISO is not yet available for download, 1.3 is available via ethernet connection pa lang(I prefer updating the FW via ISO, I don't trust my DSL connection at home baka mabrick lang A3 ko ).

[radforce]

wala pa rin ba LOCAL sighting nitong mga toshiba players?

sa marketplace(buy/sell section) po meron A2 at A3.

[SirLaw11]

I just updated my A3 and it works like a charm, loading is a little bit faster than the 1.1 version. The upconversion of this is good considering its only at 1080I 

[radforce]

I just updated my A3 and it works like a charm, loading is a little bit faster than the 1.1 version. The upconversion of this is good considering its only at 1080I 

Nice I'm still running on original firmware and will wait for the availability of 1.3 ISO.

[tonedeaf]

A3 at US$199 at amazon with 3 free movies, on top of the original 2 free movies (300 and bourne identity) and toshiba's 5 free movies. or a total of 10 free movies.

i think i'm in! just waiting for cut off date of my credit card.

[dmaximus]

A3 at US$199 at amazon with 3 free movies, on top of the original 2 free movies (300 and bourne identity) and toshiba's 5 free movies. or a total of 10 free movies.

i think i'm in! just waiting for cut off date of my credit card.

nakakatempt nga. pero baka bumaba pa ang price next week. tiis muna.

[tonedeaf]

I ordered the A3 and availed of the 10 free HD-DVDs promo!

2 free hd-dvds (will come packed with player) = 300 and Bourne Identity
3 free hd-dvds (from amazon) = i picked Happy Feet, Departed and Hot Fuzz

Additionally, I ordered Transformers HD DVD!

Tonight, I got an email saying that my order has shipped. Now, if i could just figure out when the balikbayan box will get here. heheh

[pchin]

Congrat tonedeaf & welcome to the HD DVD family! 

[baby]

I'm now tempted to get any of the 3rd gen Toshiba HD players with ten free HD-DVD's. 

I wanted to get Toshiba HD-A35 1080p HD DVD Player which comes with 2 free inside and pick 3 more for only for only $406.18 and a savings for around $70 for the 3 more free HD DVD's.  But I'm not expecting the other five free mail-in promo which I don't know where to ship in aside from JAC-NY.

I also voted at Amazon Customers Vote and in case I were randomly selected to get a deal on the product I voted which is Toshiba HD-A35 1080p HD DVD Player.  I will get it at only $149.

My questions are:
1. If I were luckily picked for $149.  Will the Toshiba HD-A35 still have the 2 free inside?
2. Will I still get the 3 free?
3. Can I still avail of the mail in promo which I think I can but I'm not sure.
4. Can I use JAC-NY as my address to avail the mail-in promo?
5. What will you do?  Wait for the $149 chance or but it now at $406.18?

Example A
$406.18 promo contains:
Toshiba HD-A35 1080p HD DVD Player
Top Gun - $18.95
Face Off - $24.95
Shooter - $26.95
300 - $27.95
Bourne Identity - $19.95

Example B
267.75
Toshiba HD-A35 1080p HD DVD Player - $149
Top Gun - $18.95
Face Off - $24.95
Shooter - $26.95
300 - $27.95
Bourne Identity - $19.95

As you can see.  Even though at $149 and w/o the freebies.   I still save a lot if I still get the titles.  But its a better deal if I get the 5 free or 2 free at $149.  Crossing my fingers.  I wish I'll get selected.  and if I wasn't I wish the promo for 10 free will still be on.

What will you do guys?  It's giving me a headache. 
Or will I just forget this and wait for a better future deal?

[pchin]

Hi James, here's my take:

1. The 2 free discs are bundled together with the player. The Bourne Identity and a non-combo 300.
2. You should qualify for the 3 free HD DVDs regardless of the price promo (while supplies last).
3. Yup, you're still entitle to the 5 Free HD DVDs mail-in/online rebate.
4. Shud be no problem as you can claim your rebate tru Amazon online. Pls see link for details:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/ref=dp_reb_online?ie=UTF8&docId=592317
5. Wait for the $149 chance! If you were luckily picked for $149....buy immediately!!!! 
6. Bro, let me know if you pass the chance to buy at $149....I'd like to request your help to order for me! hehe

Hope I've cleared your headache na. At $149 it's a great deal!

 

[pchin]

Another Black Friday hot deal.

[Munskie]

Paul, Im also intrigued by the a-35.  I like the fact that it can do high-bit audio.   But when I am weighing things, I feel I dont need it now.      Maybe when I can pair it up with a capable AVR, thats when Ill jump.  And hoping prices will go down then... 

[docelmo]

I ordered the A3 and availed of the 10 free HD-DVDs promo!

2 free hd-dvds (will come packed with player) = 300 and Bourne Identity
3 free hd-dvds (from amazon) = i picked Happy Feet, Departed and Hot Fuzz

Additionally, I ordered Transformers HD DVD!

Tonight, I got an email saying that my order has shipped. Now, if i could just figure out when the balikbayan box will get here. heheh

Wooow!!! Congrats! planning to get one also, and get top gun, face off, shooter!!!plus transformers
How much were you billed including shipping?
Thanks!
 

[Munskie]

Congrats Tonedeaf!!!  ......once up go HD, theres no turning back, hehehe   

[pchin]

Paul, Im also intrigued by the a-35.  I like the fact that it can do high-bit audio.   But when I am weighing things, I feel I dont need it now.      Maybe when I can pair it up with a capable AVR, thats when Ill jump.  And hoping prices will go down then... 

Yup Marvin, since you already own a standalone HD DVD player & also able to enjoy TrueHD audio from tru analog connection so there's no rush naman unless you're planning to upgrade your AVR or SA player.

*Getting the chance to buy A35 at $149 (usual price at $414) deep discount price is a different story...

[tonedeaf]

Wooow!!! Congrats! planning to get one also, and get top gun, face off, shooter!!!plus transformers
How much were you billed including shipping?
Thanks!
 

I took the Free Super Shipping Option so my total bill was only around US$225.

[docelmo]

I took the Free Super Shipping Option so my total bill was only around US$225.

wooohoo! excellent!thanks!!!
checked amazon today and the A-3 is down to $187!!!
bababa pa kaya?
 

[Compaq]

I ordered the A3 and availed of the 10 free HD-DVDs promo!

2 free hd-dvds (will come packed with player) = 300 and Bourne Identity
3 free hd-dvds (from amazon) = i picked Happy Feet, Departed and Hot Fuzz

Additionally, I ordered Transformers HD DVD!

Tonight, I got an email saying that my order has shipped. Now, if i could just figure out when the balikbayan box will get here. heheh

It's just a matter of time, there's no doubt about taking the plunge. Congrats!!!

Cheers!!!
Compaq

[dmaximus]

wooohoo! excellent!thanks!!!
checked amazon today and the A-3 is down to $187!!!
bababa pa kaya?
 

bababa pa yan. ang tanong lang kung makakakuha tyo kung bumaba pa. haha.

[Compaq]

What will you do guys?  It's giving me a headache. 
Or will I just forget this and wait for a better future deal?

 

Hi baby,

Someone told me before, if you wan't to do something, do it now.  Prolonging the agony is not worh it 

When I got mine (A30) last October, I was fully aware that there's no other way for the price to go, but down. However, I had the funds then, my sis-in-law was willing to bring it over here... and I can't wait any longer  .

What's the probability of being (randomly) selected to get it for $149? Well, I know you're fully aware of the Law of Chances, that's your work right? 

But if were you, just wait for the "raffle". After that day, buy your A35, either at regular (not selected) or at $149 (selected). And if you can, while waiting for the d-day, do something else that will not give you headache. Forget about it for the meantime. 

Cheers!!!
Compaq

[Munskie]

*Getting the chance to buy A35 at $149 (usual price at $414) deep discount price is a different story...

I agree.   crossing my fingers that Ill be offred too....

[Moks007]

This may be a noob question, but will we get an email from amazon that we won? How will we know if we are selected? I dont want to miss this hehe..

[pchin]

Not sure about that Ray but based on the notice on the vote page it only says:

"Come back here *Day/Date*, between 12:01 a.m. and 11:59 p.m. PT. to see if you get offered this deal."

Guess to be safe, we have to check back the page on the specified Day/Date/Time. 

[aeris30]

We'll get an email & you can also check at the "Amazon Customers Vote" ad. I voted for the Nintendo Wii at $79 & it won, hope I'll be offered the deal  . I voted also for the Toshiba A35 & currently it has the highest vote.

[pchin]

You're lucky Reddy! All your voted items have won or leading. 

I voted PS3 & Panny...all lose...so much of Black Friday sale!

[pchin]

A member is selling brand new A3 in the Assorted Buy & Sell (HT Equipment) section at 16k. He has 5 units.