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Everything electronic. This is the right place to discuss games of all types and to get help on computer and techy stuff.

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  1. dave u

    Viewing TLW on your mobile 1 2

    by dave u
    • 49 replies
    • 2.2k views

    Does anyone visit the site using their phone? I've just installed some plug in that should make the site easy to read as there's a new style set up thats basically just text based. I've set it up so when someone logs in from a mobile, it should automatically force them to use this new style rather than the normal TLW CLassic style. Problem is, I don't think it's working. It works for me, but thats because I'm admin and I can view any style that's on the system, even if it's hidden to everyone else. I don't want to make this 'mobile' style visible as an option because when it's selected it doesn't give you the option to change back unless you log out and log back i…

    JangoSolo
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  2. The Midnight Rambler

    Chromecast question 1 2

    by The Midnight Rambler
    • 49 replies
    • 4.9k views

    I got one of these in hope that I could watch films I buy off iTunes on my tv. I've just installed it and can watch YouTube & iplayer fine but is it possible to just stream a video you've bought directly off iTunes?

    Total Longo
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  3. Paul

    Top 5 "Must Have" Games for PS3? 1 2

    by Paul
    • 49 replies
    • 2k views

    I'm probably going to get a PS3 for my birthday next month and I'm interested to know which games you all think are the absolute "must haves" for the console. Obviously I know what type of game I prefer to play, but I don't really want to limit the suggestions. So, what are the best five PS3 games please, fellas?

    RedKnight
    Last reply by RedKnight,
  4. zigackly

    New Apple patent to selectively disable features of your device 1 2

    by zigackly
    • 48 replies
    • 1.8k views

    New Apple 'Camera' Patent Will Allow Remote Shutdown of Your Phone or its Features There is an incendiary topic starting to heat up the web right now. Apparently Apple filed a new patent that would ultimately allow them or another third party to remotely deactivate/activate your phone or even just specific features of the phone. The patent is disguised as a way to remotely deactivate your camera at concerts or other venues where someone could potentially record copyrighted material illegally. However, the patent is much broader in scope and functionality than just that. Based upon the way it is worded, it would actually allow any third party, like a governmental a…

    FanchesterCity
    Last reply by FanchesterCity,
  5. Spy Bee

    What browser? 1 2

    by Spy Bee

    Firefox is beginning to do my fucking head in. It runs the CPU usage up like fuck and the tabbed browsing only seems to work part time. I'm not touching IE, so what are the other recommendations? I'm thinking Opera right now.

    Big Ig
    Last reply by Big Ig,
  6. skend04

    Metal Gear 5: Phantom Pain 1 2

    by skend04
    • 48 replies
    • 4.1k views

    Reviews are starting to roll in and so far its looking good. http://www.gamespot.com/reviews/metal-gear-solid-v-the-phantom-pain-review/1900-6416224/ http://www.ign.com/articles/2015/08/24/metal-gear-solid-5-the-phantom-pain-review

    skend04
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  7. Allan

    Heavy Rain 1 2

    by Allan
    • 48 replies
    • 2.7k views

    Just gave the demo a blast, and I must say that this game looks very interesting. The demo itself is very short, but there are signs that this could well be a game to own. JKPPdgBK3r8 bnck2oXdxMo

    Wee-bey
    Last reply by Wee-bey,
  8. Woo

    Cheap HDTV's/MP3 Players? 1 2

    by Woo

    Right TNF, My sister wants a good MP3 player for Christmas. Preferably an ipod, but if there is an equally good different brand MP3 player, then she isn't really that fussy. Price range of around £100 I reckon. My brother wants a HDTV to play his XBOX on. It doesn't need to be particularly big as it's only for his bedroom. I'd say somewhere between 24"-32" would be ideal. Looking at no more than £200 for this. Whoever can find me some good deals on either, will be rewarded with some rep. Ready.....set.....GO!!!

    Woo
    Last reply by Woo,
  9. RedinSweden

    Calling all iphone users 1 2

    by RedinSweden
    • 47 replies
    • 1.8k views

    My good friend has just released an iphone game called scribattle. It is sort of like a classic space invaders, but done in the style of drawings. In order to be able to sell any it is vital that it stays in the top 50 or so in the store as far as ratings go, so please be good eggs and buy the game and post up fantastic ratings to help our quest. All profits will be ploughed straight back into booze for me to drink next time I go to his house. Maximum powerreppage is due to anyone assisting in this quest.

    dirty_sanchez
    Last reply by dirty_sanchez,
  10. RedKnight

    Decent Torrent Software 1 2

    by RedKnight
    • 47 replies
    • 2.1k views

    Can anyone recommend some decent, easy to use torrent software, please? I used to use Bit Comet but rather than just download that again, I figured I'd ask on here first.

    Karl_b
    Last reply by Karl_b,
  11. Malarkey

    Xbox 360 Red Ring of Death 1 2

    by Malarkey
    • 47 replies
    • 2.5k views

    My 360 has just got the dreaded red ring of death. I've just rang up Xbox Support and they said they are going to send me shipping labels in the post and fix my Xbox free of charge. I'll be back up and running in a few weeks. :|

    Rex Banner
    Last reply by Rex Banner,
  12. Lucky Pierre

    PS3 'softmod' 1 2

    by Lucky Pierre

    http://www.ps3news.com/PS3-Hacks/psjailbreak-playstation-3-jailbreak-for-ps3-consoles-arrives/ Anyone seen this or tried it?

    coop
    Last reply by coop,
  13. Section_31

    Is This Laptop Any Good? 1 2

    by Section_31
    • 47 replies
    • 1.8k views

    I quite like the look of this, I've been after a small laptop/notebook for a while which I can use for writing, internet access and to play a couple of games on (only shit like CIV IV, nothing fancy) Asus Eee PC 901 Windows XP - Black EEEPC901-BK007X - Laptops Direct Does £240 seem about right for this? Processor - Intel Atom 1.6 GHz RAM - 1 GB DDR2 SDRAM Hard Drive - 12 GB Solid State Drive Operating System - Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Screen - 8.9' TFT 1024 x 600 ( WSVGA ) Bluetooth - Yes Notebook Camera - Integrated - 1.3 Megapixel Anyone know if I can get a better deal than this anywhere on something similar?

    Section_31
    Last reply by Section_31,
  14. Karl_b

    Deus Ex 1 2

    by Karl_b
    • 47 replies
    • 2.3k views

    Section's avatar reminded me that I own this game but never played it for more than about an hour. Should I play it?

    philyhamann
    Last reply by philyhamann,
  15. Allan

    E3 - 2016 1 2

    by Allan
    • 46 replies
    • 2.6k views

    Just a few days away from the biggest nerd expo of the year, an event that I always look forward to. Plenty of games will be announced, with many rumoured titles being shown the light of day, hopefully. We should also see new hardware, with the various VR headsets getting a huge push, as well as the rumoured upgraded PS4 and Xbox One consoles. We may even get some word on Nintendo's NX project. The teasers and trailers have already begun hitting YouTube, and as ever, I'll be posting the videos of games I'm looking forward to playing, as well as those that just look intriguing.

    Cardie
    Last reply by Cardie,
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  16. DT

    Recommend me a Wii game 1 2

    by DT
    • 46 replies
    • 2k views

    Please? I've looked at some of those Mario games and am not quite sure how much fun they are or how long I'd maintain interest in them. And I've also had my eye on some of those games where you're playing one character in a film-like environment - like the scarface one. But I'm not sure what to get. Last one I bought was CSI Hard Evidence and I really like that. However, once you've gone through it, it's not THAT interesting. So something that will stay interesting. Or whichever is your own favourite.

    wiiksie
    Last reply by wiiksie,
  17. Allan

    Pick my new TV 1 2

    by Allan
    • 46 replies
    • 1.6k views

    I've been looking to upgrade my TV over the past few months, and have whittled down my selection to 2. Trouble is, I can't decide which of the 2 I should invest my hard earned cash in. So I'm asking the good folk of the TNF to make the decision for me. The 2 sets in question are below: Samsung UE40C5100 Sony Bravia KDL40EX603U Both 40" LED screens, Full 1080P HD with 4 HDMI inputs. The Sony does have integrated Freeview HD which would have been a bonus if I didn't have the V+ HD box already coming. I currently have a 32" Samsung 720P set, so I'm used to the Samsung set-up already, but I know that the Sony set-up is driven by the XMB that …

    Allan
    Last reply by Allan,
  18. Bob

    HiFi buying help 1 2

    by Bob

    I'm not sure if this is techy or nerdy enough to be in here, but I'm sure TLW can help me... We've bought a new house and been in a month or two now, and we're thinking we need a new hifi system. I'm after an ability to play songs I've downloaded or copied into my laptop, while my missus likes to have her CDs. We want digital radio but would be happy with streaming Internet radio I guess in stead. I'd like to be able to play what we want from the system into whichever room we want it in at the time, ideally with the ability to have more than one choice in two places at the same time. We went into an independent hifi shop a week or do ago and was shown a Na…

    VladimirIlyich
    Last reply by VladimirIlyich,
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  19. 05 Milan

    FM.... 1 2

    by 05 Milan
    • 46 replies
    • 5.2k views

    is it just for nerds? please discuss

    Guest
    Last reply by Guest,
  20. celeryBADboy

    Windows 8 is it worth upgrading 7 for 1 2

    by celeryBADboy

    Well is it I've currently a Asus Laptop 8gb of RAM but still seems slow now 7 was supposed to work on anything perfectly but my Laptop came with it and always slowing down. I saw a Windows 8 RTM last night online. Should I upgrade? Is there any Genuine Taggers out for it yet. May do a partition for it. Depending on what folks think.

    Unrighteous
    Last reply by Unrighteous,
  21. Juniper

    Grand Theft Auto 4 1 2

    by Juniper
    • 45 replies
    • 2.5k views

    I know this thread is two years after the release date of the game but the TNF wasn't around then so there's no thread on here for said game. Has to be one of the best games I've ever had the pleasure of owning. I've had every GTA game up to this (bar the original birds eye view pc one) and it simply blows all the others out the water. Been playing this on my xbox and the graphics and attention to detail in New York (Liberty City) are immense. Even things like the afternoon sun coming off the pavements blow me away every time. Far too many chase missions but overall it's keeping me going back to my console as often as time permits. As a result, two months…

    23CARRAGOLD
    Last reply by 23CARRAGOLD,
  22. Malarkey

    Halo 3 1 2

    by Malarkey
    • 45 replies
    • 3.6k views

    Only 22 days away lads. Going to be the game of the year and century it looks like. It's also received more pre orders than any other game in Xbox history. It looks shit hot. Thoughts?

    JangoSolo
    Last reply by JangoSolo,
  23. Stouffer

    You know you're a techy nerd when.. 1 2

    by Stouffer
    • 45 replies
    • 1.4k views

    ..you have old sticks of RAM in the house, just in case.

    Duncan Clench
    Last reply by Duncan Clench,
  24. dave u

    Mac Lion OS 1 2

    by dave u

    Just upgraded my mac to the latest OS, and now it's all fucked up. Photoshop, Quark, Dreamweaver and other stuff is no longer working as it says "Power PC applications are no longer supported". I need them working urgently, anyone know how to get round this? Also, my mouse scrolls the wrong way round now! Pulling down on the mouse makes the page go up instead of down, I don't like it. Someone help a brother out here.

    Paco
    Last reply by Paco,
  25. Guest TK-421

    Most disturbing scene in a game 1 2

    by Guest TK-421
    • 45 replies
    • 4.8k views

    Like the movie thread on the GF but for games. I reckon it's on Jet Set Willy, when you enter a room and die straight away. When you're reborn you enter the room in the same place and die the same way over and over again until all the lives are gone. Then that boot comes down and crushes your head. Took me a while to press 'any key' after that.

    Stu Monty
    Last reply by Stu Monty,
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