PhoncipleBone
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Ah, gotcha. Sorry for my misunderstanding of your post.
Funny enough, my XBO is basically just a Rock Band machine right now. But I barely game anymore anyways.
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4K UHD/Blu-ray/DVD Community Thread: Bringing the Theater Home!
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Ah, gotcha. Sorry for my misunderstanding of your post.
Funny enough, my XBO is basically just a Rock Band machine right now. But I barely game anymore anyways.
Captain Zyrain
Member
Yes, I bought Baywatch on UHD.
No, I am not ashamed!
No, I am not ashamed!
TAJ
Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.
I just watched two unboxings of the US version of Blade Runner and it's only three discs. It's just UHD Final Cut, Blu-ray Final Cut and a DVD of Dangerous Days. No other cuts are included.
Yet there are US reviewers saying they got four discs... wat
Yet there are US reviewers saying they got four discs... wat
jstevenson
Sailor Stevenson
KDash31987
Member
Amazon lists four discs, thought it doesn't show any alternate cuts. But this one unboxing showed it. I'm so confused. What the heck is really in this?
Amazon said:
CloudyTuba
Member
Yeah, that's strange. The other 3 discs are accounted for unanimously, but this is the one that raises questions:
In both the video you posted and the review previously posted, this disc is labelled to be the alternate cuts. The listing however boasts a lot of other shit instead and doesnt mention them. Maybe that's included under the header of "Deleted & Alternate Scenes" and they've just packed a shitload of stuff onto the one disc?
Sorry to bug more about blade runner....
So I don't have a 4k TV and probably won't for a while. I saw the final cut for the first time about a month ago and really liked the movie. Want to buy the best version of the movie, since I'm not getting 4k for a while maybe going blueray is good enough.
Is this the best out there? 30th anniversary edition...?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008M4MB8K/?tag=neogaf0e-20
PhoncipleBone
Banned
That says temporarily out of stock, but that one I don't think is coming back in print. Good news is that the vast majority of the content in there is apparently in the new 4K edition. The final cut and all archival versions are on regular blu in the 4K set apparently, and the Dangerous Days documentary is still on good ole fashioned, 20 year old DVD.
RoninChaos
Member
That movie is funny as shit. We watched it tonight.
I'm having the same glitchy shit as another person in this thread. UHD blurays and regular blurays seem to hitch. It's driving me nuts. Any suggestions for stand alone players?
Ahh yes indeed that one looks out of print. I guess I'll just keep my 4k preorder. Thanks
You're not alone in this, my S likes to hitch in ALL blu-rays, not just 4k discs.
edit: I think I misread what was going on. Still, my S hitches with all movies at random intervals.
Anyone know the EU version of this tv?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MZF7WCT/?tag=neogaf0e-20
Anyone own the set? It's the highest recommended on ratings.com
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MZF7WCT/?tag=neogaf0e-20
Anyone own the set? It's the highest recommended on ratings.com
C7 is the model name everywhere, so it's OLED55C7-something. It's OLED55C7V in Finland, so it's probably the same in all of Europe.
I own the 55 inch B7 which is pretty much the exact same TV aside from some minor build differences (different stand, C7 has a black bezel vs B7's silver one etc.) and I have been very, very happy with it. The true blacks are a goddamn game changer for sure, movies and shows look AMAZZZIIIINGGG in a dark room.
It's a bit of an investment though, so definitely look into the strengths and weaknesses of OLED displays before jumping in.
e: we actually have a more TV/display focused thread here: http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1323499
OrangeAtlas
Member
Walked into Best Buy today and saw that they had Batman and Harley Quinn on 4K.
Interesting that Warner Brothers is pushing for 4K for their animation. Not sure if it makes a difference, but it's cool to see 2D animation on the new format.
Interesting that Warner Brothers is pushing for 4K for their animation. Not sure if it makes a difference, but it's cool to see 2D animation on the new format.
B7 or C6? much difference?
C7 still convinces me because of the brighter whites and all in all a good display in any kind of room. Just not sure if the extra money gets me the best deal.
Hero_of_the_Day
Member
Here's an example of mine:
The audio glitches out and pops too. It doesn't glitch the exact same ways evrey time, but always the same spots like it is an issue with the S reading the disc.
Unless the last year's models (B/C/E6) are considerably cheaper than this year's and you're strapped for cash, I don't see any reason to get one of them over the B7 or C7 (which are the same exact TV, seriously).
Unless you want 3D. This year's models dropped 3D altogether.
Cool. Good to know. I'll go check them out and then see about picking one up. Probably the C7.
Thanks for the input
NealMcCauley
Member
Looks like the T2 endoarm set was delayed to Halloween. Damn. I was tentatively planning a vacation that week.
Hero_of_the_Day
Member
Normal person 4k T2 got delayed also. Got the email as well.
I'm thinking about selling my xbox one s, as it's literally just used as a UHD player.
I've had issues with it not playing those properly, so what's the point? What's a good stand alone player to buy?
I have the samsung KS8000 UHD TV if it makes sense to get a samsung player as well for any kind of feature linking.
What's the verdict on this one?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072F9T5MR/?tag=neogaf0e-20
I've had issues with it not playing those properly, so what's the point? What's a good stand alone player to buy?
I have the samsung KS8000 UHD TV if it makes sense to get a samsung player as well for any kind of feature linking.
What's the verdict on this one?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072F9T5MR/?tag=neogaf0e-20
^ isn't that a revision of their 2016 flagship model or something along those lines?
Question that's kind of related to the last question.
I'm considering getting an Xbox One S, which will almost solely be used as a UHD player (and perhaps a game here and there). Is this a good route to go or is a stand alone a better option?
I just see they are usually around the same price (Standalone vs One S) and if I get an added benefit of a few xbox games, so be it.
Antsy about moving into 4k, just bought an X900E that's arriving today.
Edit: Noticing by previous posts, the S is not ideal. Think that answers my question.
I'm considering getting an Xbox One S, which will almost solely be used as a UHD player (and perhaps a game here and there). Is this a good route to go or is a stand alone a better option?
I just see they are usually around the same price (Standalone vs One S) and if I get an added benefit of a few xbox games, so be it.
Antsy about moving into 4k, just bought an X900E that's arriving today.
Edit: Noticing by previous posts, the S is not ideal. Think that answers my question.
Hero_of_the_Day
Member
I had it before I foolishly traded it in for the S. It looked fucking great. I've heard murmurs that the Sony X800 is slightly better. I don't know. I've seen the X800 in action, but on a different TV. It looked great as well. I'd really get whichever I could find cheaper. Samsungs new model is out there in the world now as well (9500 instead of 8500). It is supposed to have better load times, and the one review I read said a little bit better colors. But, it is also like $300.
That was honestly a "good" run, also. Some times it is wayyyy worse, like fully sticking on frames and just wigging the fuck out.
I got the XB1S for its 4k player and I don't regret it. Got a few games with it, but 90% of the time it's to be turned on is for a movie. The cheapest 4k player there is. Some people say they have some issues with the player I have yet to see any. Also, the calibration for your TV through the XB1S is pretty awesome. So use that to get the best out of your panel. I'm sure there are better calibration kits, but that one had good results for me.
The jump to 4k is pretty awesome, I think you'll be impressed.
If you decide to go the xbox route, I might be in the market to sell you mine along with games if you are interested. PM me!
Hero_of_the_Day
Member
I mean, I literally just posted a gif I recorded of mine wigging out. YouTube also has a good number of videos showing people with other issues.
Not that I would say don't do it. But, it is a gamble. Also, when it does work, it does look slightly worse than standalone players. Nothing huge, but if you are a stickler and really notice small details, think about that.
I'm in Canada, so that might make things difficult haha.
M8500 doesnt play 3D... Other than that not sure.
My K8500 overheated and died within 3 months of ownership, straight trash. Lots of people on AVSF were having problems with it too. Not sure about the M model but I'd definitely research it before springing for it
CloudyTuba
Member
Here's an example of mine:
The audio glitches out and pops too. It doesn't glitch the exact same ways evrey time, but always the same spots like it is an issue with the S reading the disc.
I've gotten that same kind of behavior on multiple discs playing on the X1S.
I'm really just waiting for the UHD standalone player market to expand with more options and cheaper prices. The only model that is really appealing to me is the Oppo 203 but that's too expensive. I would be down with the LG 970 if the thing didn't purr like a jet engine (so I've heard). The rest don't have DV so no deal.
Nospaceinmyname
Neo Member
Glad i got rid of my K8500 when I did, picked up an Oppo 203 and freaking LOVE IT
I have the K8500. Got it for 110 bucks on an Amazon Warehouse deal. Had some scuffs on the top, but I don't care about that shit. Anyway, I've had it for about 10 months now. Haven't had any issues. Image quality is great. Loading times are fast. I'd love an OPPO, but I couldn't justify the 400 extra bucks.
I redeemed my GOTG2 Steelbook combo package on disney rewards and it redeemed as a UD 3d version of the film and yet it didnt give me a UHD copy of it on Vudu : /
I hate how inconsistent 4k digital code redemption is. Half the time you get a 4k copy and half the time it's just standard ass HD. Get your shit together film studios.
I hate how inconsistent 4k digital code redemption is. Half the time you get a 4k copy and half the time it's just standard ass HD. Get your shit together film studios.
CloudyTuba
Member
Yeah I was so disappointed when I redeemed Power Rangers and only got the HD version.
My TV supports Dolbyvision and vudu streaming but my X1S does not support DV (which will eventually get replaced). I was hoping to stream the DV version to see the difference between it and the HDR10 version but now that's not happening.
Hero_of_the_Day
Member
Amazon's listing for the Sony player says you get two free Sony movies of your choice. Does anyone know if that is the same at Best Buy, or some amazon exclusive thing?
It's for all retailers as far as I know. t's a certificate in the box with a code. You sign onto a special Sony site and pick out your two movies. I think it also let's you purchase a few other movies at a decent discount.
NealMcCauley
Member
Very tempted to get the x800 as a new SACD/DVD-A player. I had an old Oppo upconverting DVD player that died at the beginning of the year. Repairing that would be cheaper, but I'd rather start looking at making my set-up 4K.
Get the Oppo 205! Only $1300 for a great SACD player that also happens to play 4K UHD BRDs.
I have an X800. It's a competent 4K player which can play the formats you want as well as a bunch of audio/video media files well. But I only went with the X800 because I already have an Oppo 103D paired with it and that thing plays all of my music exclusively. It's a much better audio player than the X800 is.
SomewhatGroovy
Banned
So a weird thing happened as I put in GOTG2 to play on my Xbox one S, it started playing in 1080p. I was dumbfounded. Come to find out , all display settings in the Xbox settings we're reset. Not only that, 4K resolution wasn't even an option. I had to go in and manually reselect all the 4K settings.
Movie is unbelievably beautiful.
Movie is unbelievably beautiful.
It's a Sony promotion so shouldn't matter which retailer you use; it's not a huge selection to pick from but you'll find something worth picking up and as another poster mentioned it allows you to purchase some other at discount. I was surprised how quickly the movies came after I picked them, basically shipped the next day, I figured it would be like some of these giveaway promotions where it takes weeks.
Hero_of_the_Day
Member
I doubt anyone has tried. But, I also really doubt it makes a difference. I'm sure MS could make things better through updates. But, they probably see no need. I am assuming the number of people bitching about any issues is super tiny. In my case, Batman V Superman has been doing what I posted since it came out in july of 2016. So, over a year and no fix.