Halo 3 Planet

HBO points out that there is a new Halo 3 Sling Bag ($49.99) available on EBgames.com.  It seems like a pretty cool product if you are looking for a small [tag]sling bag[/tag], but for those of us who need some heavier duty storage, the “Spartan Messenger Bag” ($59.95) by [tag]Bungie[/tag] is probably the better bet.

Still, a very cool buy for hard core [tag]Halo[/tag] fans!  There’s nothing like going to a LAN with some sweet Halo swag, just to show your friends that you are the epitome of Halo Geeks.

With the imminent release of [tag]Microsoft[/tag] [tag]Xbox[/tag] 360’s [tag]Halo 3[/tag], something has dawned on me… and possibly countless others.

I need a new TV.

Not just any [tag]TV[/tag] now… I need something that can boast [tag]1080p resolution[/tag], pump frames quickly for high speed action sequences (and those critical moments in multiplayer), and support a nice amount of playing screen for when I got a few buddies over and we want to play together.

And then… I also need something that I can actually AFFORD to buy by September 25th. Crap. This is going to be impossible…

Or is it?

Turns out that such a TV exists, and most importantly, could be in my budget by next month. What [tag]HDTV[/tag] is this you ask? The Samsung LNT4065F 40″ 1080p LCD HDTV (This is a referral link. Please don’t let that scare you. I’m saving up for one of these myself). This thing packs one serious punch for a TV (if the 5/5 star user review didn’t give that away already). 40 Inches of pure 1080p goodness, with several incredible bonuses, like the 15,000:1 contrast ratio, and 10-bit video processor.

With a Contrast Ratio like 15,000:1, the whites practically glow on the screen, and the darks really seem black. Just go check this thing out at a local bestbuy or something, and you’ll notice immediately that there is something different about the picture.

The 10-bit Video Processor will make you feel like you’re playing on a tube, or better. [tag]LCD[/tag]’s, [tag]Plasma[/tag]s, and DLP TV’s are known for “Ghosting”, where the frames don’t refresh fast enough, causing doubling of images superimposing upon one another. LCD TV’s are by far the best for gaming, and when you add a 10-bit video processor (as opposed to say… a previous generation 8-bit), you are given superior speed and video quality for fast moving video and games.

Now, here is where things get really exciting. Usually, I would never even considering getting one of these HDTV’s simply because of their price. This TV costs $2000+ brand new! However, when you purchase it on Amazon.com, you get a huge discount (19% right now). Currently, you can grab it for $1,624 with FREE SHIPPING. Amazon will also refund you the difference in prices if the unit drops in price and you request it. And if you are not satisfied with the unit, you can return it, or replace it within 30 days, absolutely free of charge.

It really does not get much better than this. If you are looking for high quality gaming later this year, this is the model HDTV to buy.

No need to wait until September 25th to buy the official strategy guide for [tag]Halo 3[/tag].  If you want to, you can preorder your copy today for a great price from Amazon, and they’ll ship it to you as soon as it’s available.

Here is what you’ll get with the Halo 3 Strategy Guide:

·Detailed annotated maps for all levels
·Learn how to dominate [tag]multiplayer[/tag] matches with information on weapon locations and expert tips
·Learn about every enemy, vehicle and weapon — their strengths and weaknesses and how you can exploit them
·Confidently navigate the huge Campaign mode with our exclusive maps and step-by-step walkthrough
·Complete list of all Achievements and how to unlock each one
Packed with tips, tactics and techniques direct from Bungie