Why do computer makers do it?

[tintin40]

Every computer I've ever used is the same. The DVD player will only change regions 5 times then is stuck in what ever the last disc was. :twisted: :twisted:

I've owned loads of all zone players. And computers wont do it.

Rant over :roll:

 

[mtbfix]

Why make a product that lasts forever when you can build in obselescence(sic?)?

 

[gradeAfailure]

You mean you haven't flashed your DVD drive with region-free firmware...?

 

[tintin40]

You mean you haven't flashed your DVD drive with region-free firmware...?

I was told it could damage the computer. please tell me more

 

[gradeAfailure]

Ok, what model drive do you have for starters?

 

[mattbrown]

one of the easiest and best thing anyone should do with thier pc dvd drive, i done loads, prior to 1999, all pc dvd drives were unlocked

 

[tintin40]

Ok, what model drive do you have for starters?

It's a late 2008 iMac if that helps