Travel Adapters: Find the Right Size and Wattage You Need from LiteFuze and Seven Star

Have you thought about buying some travel plug adapters so you can safely plug in your electronic items while in hotels overseas? You shouldn't necessarily jump to places like Amazon.com to buy them, namely because they might be slightly more expensive there. Perhaps you'll avoid some online discount stores, only because you think they aren't safe enough. But here at Bombay Electronics, we're a rare online international electronics store with the reputation of an Amazon.com in safety and reliability.

You can count on the most competitive prices for voltage converters and plug adapters at our store. However, when shopping for the right adapter, you have to think about the right wattage you need in order to accommodate your electronics. These aren't designed for heavy-duty items, and this should always be kept in mind. Nevertheless, we carry two terrific brand names that sell every compact adapter you'll need for easier travel.

LiteFuze Adapters

LiteFuze is one of the leading and reliable brand names when it comes to plug adapters. We sell various voltage converters and plug adapters from their line. One of the most popular is their LC-300 voltage converter that can handle any electronics up to 300w. The fact that it's lightweight makes it an easy choice to fit in a travel bag when visiting other countries.

When in use at your international hotel, the 300w model works like a fully grounded transformer, yet runs very quiet. It's also energy efficient and allows you to quickly step up or down your voltage depending on what country you're in.

LiteFuze even offers the above voltage converter in 100w or 200w variations for smaller electronic items. All of their converters have thermal fuse protection in order to prevent the concern of overheating. 

And don't overlook LiteFuze's universal plug adapter kit that gives you everything you need for plugging in across the pond. Sometimes you have to use these in conjunction with a voltage converter in order to make sure you're adjusting to the voltage in the country you're visiting. You should know that LiteFuze's plug adapter kit is compatible in 150 different countries.

Seven Star Voltage Converters

Seven Star is another of our most popular and reliable brand names in voltage converters. They sell numerous converters that handle just about any type of electric item other than hair dryers or curling irons. These are also very inexpensive, and the F-200w model is very popular with numerous five-star reviews. That's because it weighs only two pounds while managing to give you the functionality of a deluxe converter.

When you need something that can handle higher wattage, Seven Star gives you an upgrade in their 50-1875-watt model that we offer at a price not found anywhere else. This converter can easily handle hair dryers, irons and heating pads. Regardless, remember that these aren't designed for continuous use, which means you should always unplug them once something is fully charged or if you leave your hotel room.

Contact us here at Bombay Electronics if you have any questions or comments about our electronics inventory. With our winning recommendations from Google and the Better Business Bureau, you can trust us to give you one of the best online shopping experiences when buying electronics.

The Best Value on a Region-Free Blu-ray Player: LG as a Name You Can Trust

Have you considered shopping around for the best value on a region-free blu ray player? While you might find plenty of discount electronic stores online, you won't find many with as many affordable prices as you can here at Bombay Electronics. Along with our superior reputation with the Better Business Bureau and Google, you can shop here in confidence. But that's made even better with the knowledge you'll be able to obtain Blu-ray player names you can trust.

LG has become one of the leading companies now of HDTV's and Blu-ray players. And with some people wanting to seek out DVD's or Blu-ray discs from other countries, a region-free player might be either hard to find or too expensive. Fortunately, we offer LG region-free players in different versions that will surprise you in price.

Our Most Affordable LG Player: The BP330

Here you have a basic but quality Blu-ray player that's guaranteed to play any region code from PAL to NTSC. It also plays all three international Blu-ray regions on any type of TV, including analog if you still have one.

With Smart TV applications and built-in Wi-fi, you get some amazing features for the price. You also have 1080p upscaling for all your standard-def DVD's. The surround sound is impressive and gives you everything you need for the best possible theatrical experience in your home.

We've given this a world class modification, and any updates to the player work easily with LG's firmware updates.

For Those Who Want 3D: The LG BP325

This model doesn't add a considerable amount to the price to have a basic 3D player that plays any 3D Blu-ray disc. While also playing any region disc from around the world, the 3D quality is notable because of its quality. You shouldn't expect anything less from LG based on their reputation. On this player, you get a bright 3D picture with no motion blur. Plus, you have brilliant 3D sound to complement it all.

Those Who Want to Join the 4K Fray: The LG BP730

This is the most state-of-the-art region-free Blu-ray player available by LG and conforms to those getting into the 4K TV trend. Even if 4K TV's are very expensive now, you can still use this on standard 1080p TV's as well as any TV. That's the real beauty of LG in their ability to let you do so much with little restrictions.

Along with 3D features and the region-free features on the above models, LG's Resolution Upscaler lets you enjoy the 4K quality with Blu-ray discs. This way, you can enjoy 4K clarity on your movies long before being able to see similar broadcasts on TV.

We have a considerable price reduction on this model you should strongly consider if you care anything about the clarity of your movies.

Contact us if you have any questions or comments about our LG Blu-ray players. Once you try an LG, you'll realize you made the right choice. However, if you need any technical support, we're here to help guide you through so you can enjoy your region-free movies without hassle.

Choosing a Voltage Transformer Doesn't Have to Be Difficult

At first glance voltage transformers appear to be simple devices; easy to choose and easy to use. This may be true if you are looking for converter to be used occasionally, perhaps during a short vacation. However, if you are looking to power anything besides a hair dryer or an electric shaver, especially on a continuous basis, then specifications and reliability should be your highest priority. To help take the confusion out of selecting a voltage transformer we've put together a list of items you should consider when making a purchasing decision.

Step Up / Step Down

Step down transformers convert the incoming voltage from 220v (or more) down to 110 volts. Conversely a step up transformer boosts voltage from 110v to 220 volts. High end voltage transformers usually include both circuitry in one unit. At the flick of a switch the voltage transformer can run in step up mode or in step down mode. This feature provides the best value and greatest flexibility for frequent travelers.

Wattage Capacity

Wattage capacity is the second most important specification (after step up /step down) and is the one most frequently chosen incorrectly. To choose wattage capacity all you need to do is add up the wattage consumption of all the units you plan to plug into the voltage transformer simultaneously. This information is usually found in the back of each unit and is listed as "watts". However, in the event that only an amperage value is listed, simply multiply the voltage of the unit x the amperage and the result is the wattage consumption. For instance, a device listed with a 3.0 amp rating which uses 110 volts consumes 330 watts.

Please keep in mind that some devices consume additional electricity when powering up. In the example listed above, the device listed at 330 watts may actually consume over 500 watts for a second or two when powered up. For this reason it's important to leave some "fudge" space to cover that small electrical spike. Most electricians recommend an additional 50% of available wattage above and beyond the sum total of the components you plan to connect simultaneously.

Circuit Breaker Instead of Fuses

In order to protect the devices connected to a voltage transformer (as well as the transformer itself) an emergency shut down mechanism is necessary. On lower priced units fuse protection is used. On higher end transformers a circuit breaker is utilized. A circuit breaker is clearly the better option since it won't require a fuse replacement in the event of a shutdown.

Multiple Output Sockets

An output socket is where you connect the devices you want to run. The larger the voltage transformer, the more sockets it is likely to have, but all things being equal, the more output sockets, the better.

Built-in Universal Sockets

Higher end voltage transformers sometimes include built-in universal sockets, such as the U.S. patented universal socket or the European Shucko socket. This is a handy feature since it avoids having to find a country specific plug adapter. With a universal socket you simply plug your device(s) directly into the voltage transformer with no additional adapters needed.

Bombay Electronics is a leading distributor of voltage transformers for domestic and international use, including brands such as LiteFuze and Seven Star. Please feel free to contact us and we'll be happy to help you choose a voltage transformer to suit your specific needs.

How to Select a Truly International Region Free DVD Player

You may have heard the term "Region Free" used in connection with DVD players and you probably understand that such players allow you to view DVDs from other countries. But how exactly does it all work and what features make up a true international, region free DVD player? To understand the basics, we need to cover three areas that potentially affect an international DVD player, and those are the DVD regions, the video standards PAL and NTSC and lastly, voltage.

The DVD Regions

The world has been divided into 6 DVD regions, with each one being assigned a number to more easily identify it. The U.S. and Canada have been assigned Region 1, while Europe has been assigned Region 2. All DVD players as well as recorded DVD media sold within a Region reflect this. So for instance in Region 1 all DVD players and all recorded DVD media are Region 1 units and they work perfectly with each other. However if you attempt to view a DVD movie from a region different than the player, the movie will be blocked. The only exceptions are DVD movies or media labeled "Region All" which will play on any DVD player regardless of Region.

The only way to circumvent this restriction is to purchase a region free DVD player, which is basically a unit that can read and play DVD media and movies from all regions. This is particularly desirable if you live overseas and can't purchase a particular movie locally. The only option would be to purchase the movie from outside your region and view it locally in a region free DVD player. 

As a reference, the 6 DVD regions are listed below:

• Region 1 - USA & Canada
• Region 2 - Europe, Japan, Middle East, North & South Africa
• Region 3 - Taiwan, Korea, Hong Kong, Indonesia, The Philippines
• Region 4 - Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, South America, the Caribbean and the Pacific Islands
• Region 5 - East & West Africa, Russia, Eastern Europe, India and North Korea
• Region 6 - China

PAL and NTSC Regions

Before DVD regions the worldwide video standards were PAL and NTSC. As in DVD regions, units from one standard will not work with units from the other standard. In the U.S. the video standard is NTSC while most of Europe utilizes PAL. An NTSC DVD player will not work with a PAL television and vice versa. So when you're purchasing a region free DVD player, it must either be PAL / NTSC compatible or it must have the same standard as the TV you plan to connect it to. Fairly simple, but getting it wrong will get you a DVD player that will be worthless in your target country.

Voltage

Voltage is the last hurdle that must be crossed to find a truly region free DVD player. As we all know, voltage worldwide varies from 110v to 240v. Plugging in an electronic component with the incorrect voltage will either not work at all (voltage is too low) or will damage the electronic component (voltage is too high). To solve this issue international components have a switch which allows it to work in the 110 volt range or the 220 volt range. Don't forget though that you will probably need a simple outlet adapter (no voltage) which will allow you to physically connect the DVD player to the local electric outlet.

That's all there is to it. A truly international region free DVD player will work with all regions and should also be fully NTSC / PAL compatible. Plus of course, it should work with either 110 or 220 volts.

Bombay Electronics specializes in Region Free DVDs and offers models from world class manufacturers such as Pioneer, Samsung, Panasonic and Sony, amongst others. Please feel free to contact us and we'll be happy to find the perfect Region Free DVD player to suit your needs.

Give a Foreign Plug Adapter

The holidays are here, and that means people are traveling to different countries.

Some people are taking advantage of the low cruise prices and opting to stay overnight off the ship. This is their first cruise and you know them well enough to know they haven't even thought about needing a foreign plug adapter for that night off the ship.

College students are going on winter vacations, or school mission-type trips to other countries. Are you sure your college student will think to get a plug adapter or just fry their hairdryers, curling irons, and electric shavers.

When you think of these scenarios, you might be thinking of Americans traveling and needing an adapter for Europe, Asia, Australia, or other countries.

But what about your friends and family traveling here? Or that college student traveling here to see you? Do they have that plug adapter for the United States? 

The need for plug adapters is traveling to all countries, including the United States. For anything that you would plug in, you need that plug adapter. It would be sad to plug your iPhone in without the adapter and ruin it.

There are various types of plug adapters to choose from. There is the universal type, or the types suited for certain countries. So, if you are traveling or know of anyone traveling for the holidays, give them the gift of using their electronics - give a plug adapter.

Wondering what kind is best? Just contact us and let's have that conversation.

Why Buy from Bombay Electronics? Enjoy Trusted Service Along with Excellent Discounts

If you've happened to run across our website, you might be wondering why you should buy from Bombay Electronics. The answers to that are more numerous than you think, and ones that go beyond the excellent discounts we offer on superior electronic brands. Take a look at why shopping with us can be one of the smartest decisions you make when shopping online for the holidays.

High Ratings from Third Party Sites

Thanks to our superior customer service, the Better Business Bureau has ranked us high through their online Reliability Program with A+. We're always here to help you during the day and six days a week, plus easy email communication with a customer service representative. You can't always find that at other online discount stores, and it's one reason why we also have high ratings through Google Trusted Service, eBay, and Reseller Ratings and Trust Pilot.

Extensive Inventory and Quick Delivery

Other discount stores sometimes have limitations on their inventory that can create a lack of choice when holiday shopping. We have over 5,000 items in stock, plus all the quality brand names you think of first. Everything is guaranteed to ship on time so you get all the best attention that all the major online stores provide. When you buy from us, we value your business and make sure you'll want to keep shopping with us for many more years.

In general, any product you purchase will be shipped within 24 hours. We even ship internationally for some products, which is something you won't find with many other discount stores. Plus, you can pick up your order in our Chicago headquarters if you happen to live in the area.

Free Tech Support

If you have any problems with any of the electronics you purchase, we're here to offer you tech support without charge. You won't find that very many places either. We have an excellent tech support team who know how to diagnose most issues over the phone so your product will be up and running successfully without further confusion. Tech support is available Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., plus through email.

No Sales Taxes Outside Illinois

The outside state sales tax issue has been a controversial subject in the last couple of years. But we guarantee that you won't have to pay any sales taxes if you buy from us outside the state of Illinois. That allows you to continue enjoying the discounts we offer that are frequently considerable.

Contact us here at Bombay Electronics if you have any questions about our electronics inventory and our discounts. You can be assured our prices will always stay low and never suddenly inflate as you might experience shopping elsewhere.

Oppo Region Free Blu-ray Players: A Brand Name That Should Be Better Known

An Oppo region-free Blu-ray player might be a brand name you haven't heard before, even though it should be known in every household. It seems only technophiles up on the latest Blu-ray technology know Oppo and everything they've offered in players over the last several years. Considering they usually only sell their players online and not in retail stores could explain why it's been a more inclusive group buying Oppo's products for years.

Take a look at why Oppo Blu-ray players are so superior and why they're well worth the extra price you pay. Here at Bombay Electronics, we offer them for less. We've also reconfigured the players to make them region free so you can buy and play Blu-ray discs from overseas.

Oppo Players are Sturdily Built with Few Technical Issues

If you're looking for a thin and light Blu-ray player, you may have to stick with another brand. But the brands we all know from retail stores still make Blu-ray players that suffer through technical issues. Oppo is a little bulkier in design, yet it's a plus in having durable component parts. Oppo players are also known for having very few if any issues with problems like freezing or not accepting certain discs.

Thanks to Oppo releasing firmware updates regularly, they can tackle virtually any Blu-ray disc. Now with our region-free upgrade, any disc can be played from around the world.

Superior Audio

Oppo is known for making Blu-ray players with superior audio capability. It's no different with their recent models, including our region-free players. You'll get Dolby TrueHD sound that's close to studio master quality, plus DTS-HD Master Audio for sound matching the lifelike images. Overall, you have to hear it for yourself to notice that Oppo gives a boost in sound other leading Blu-ray players don't have.

Comprehensive Media Support

In the last couple of years, Oppo finally offered assess to Netflix and other online media sources on their players. It took a while for them to include these, yet they've always offered other media capabilities others didn't have. This includes compatible media like HDCD's, MP4's and various audio formats to name just a few. They also can convert any 2D movie into 3D with the press of a button.

This and more recent Oppo models even convert up to 4K automatically.

Providing More Convenience for Peripherals

To show how comprehensive Oppo has been and still is, you can connect virtually any media device to the player. This includes set-top boxes, smartphones and even tablets. It's a Blu-ray player with few limitations and can turn it into its own media center without taking up a huge amount of space.

Come and buy our Oppo Blu-ray players here at Bombay Electronics and see for yourself why Oppo should be a household name. You'll be able to enjoy any region DVD without worry of making a phone call to tech support.

Contact us if you have any questions or comments about our electronics inventory. We're here to help gain the best discounts on the best names electronics have to offer.