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  1. that it is... but given I've only used it a couple of times, I can't really justify it any more This lens, however...
  2. Looking to clear out a couple of my lesser-used lenses, to free up some space in my bag. Both are Nikon fit, well looked after, boxed, come with soft-case, and less than 9 months old: Sigma 10-20mm F4-5.6 EX DC (HSM) - includes 77mm UV filter Sigma 105mm F2.8 EX DG Macro - unfortunately missing the included lens hood. Each lense would cost 300+ brand new; I'm looking for 220 each.
  3. That was very early pre-beta specs. Might have changed?
  4. That's what I would have thought, but the minimum requirements posted in their FAQ a while back had something like a 256MB GeForce 8xxx series card, with DirectX 10 support - there's no way they're using anything like that much power in the areas I've seen. I haven't fiddled with the settings (just picked the default "high performace"), so maybe there's more I can turn on. Or maybe the "big bang" stuff comes later. It's not really a problem, just a little underwhelming compared to the hype.
  5. Right then... one 9GB(!) download + 45 minute install + 30 minutes of patch downloads later, I finally got WAR up and running. It's a decent enough MMO. There's not the same level of polish as Warcraft (to be expected, I guess), but initial impressions are it's got potential to be great. Good Bits: * there's a proper, cohesive story-line - no running after random mosters like WoW * It feels like Warhammer should do. It's big and it's epic. Right from the beginning you are thrown into a warzone (no "safe" n00b area). * there's proper bad guys to fight, not just the local wildlife * everything you do seems to have some sort of impact in the game * Public Quests are FUN. * RVR (pvp) actually means something! * It doesn't try to be Warcraft, but there are enough familiar elements to get you started * Achievements, Titles + other unlockables make the game more fun and competitive. Bad Bits: * There's not enough explanation of how things work. I realise I'm playing pre-release, with no manual, but some sort of eplanation as to how my Sword Master's Blade Dance (combat mechanic) works would be nice. * Related to the above, it would be nice to know how the trade skills, Merchants, items etc work. And where's the Auction House? Flight points? * It's not as pretty as was hyped. The graphics are good, the scenery is impressive, and I guess there's a limit on how far to push it (bandwidth?), but on max settings, vs WoW, I prefer the slightly cartoony look of Warcraft. On the other hand, it's not quite finished...
  6. confirmed unless CityLink balls it up, the bits for my new PC arrive tomorrow morning. Right... how does one switch from Mac to Windows?? I'm more used to helping people go the other way... o_O
  7. try here - The Whisky Exchange : Whisky Shop, Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Whiskies of the World, Rare Whisky - I bought a vintage bottle for my father-in-law's retirement. Dunno if they go down to the exact day, but worth a look.
  8. Apparently the tram lines down Union St. are still in place - they just laid tarmac over them. Dunno if it's true, but multiple people have told me this. The trams in Manchester are brilliant. Aberdeen could do with a service like that.
  9. 8/10 - Better than I'd hoped for. I'd worried it would be like 90% of the GW-based games (i.e. all style, no substance). With a fair wind my newly-ordered PC will arrive tomorrow, so I'll be able to find out for myself
  10. I've got a pre-order for the WAR collectors edition - I'd be playing the Open Beta right now, if I had a PC... Happily, I can still play Warcraft on my Mac. I'm currently trying to reach the level-cap before the expansion arrives. Only 9 more levels to go From what I've heard, the LOTR game looks good but is actually pretty pish. A girl here at work plays it, but will be ditching it when she reaches max-level 'cos the content is pants.
  11. but like a car crash, you just can't look away:
  12. It's definitely going on my work machine tomorrow. Going on the first 5-10 minutes of use I think I've found a new favourite browser.
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