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Where to buy CDs?
There are many shops and online stores where you can buy CDs in South Africa, including Gumtree where you can find a range of CDs and DVDs for sale.
How to fix scratched CDs?
There are many different methods to fix a scratched CD. You can purchase a CD repair kit or you can use household products such as toothpaste with baking soda as an option, peanut butter, a banana and its peel, a waxing product such as petroleum jelly, as well as furniture polish such as Mr Min or Pledge. If you are going the household product route, ensure you have microfibre cloths on hand as well.
Can you play CDs on a DVD player?
Yes, you can play CDs on a DVD player. If the CD does not play automatically, all you have to do is press play.
What are the disadvantages of a CD?
The main disadvantage of a compact disc (CD) is that they are fragile and snap or scratch easily. They have a smaller storage capacity than a hard drive or DVD at 650 MB and they are slower to access than a hard disk.
Will CDs ever be worth anything?
CDs will only be worth something if they are rare, meaning only a few of them were printed. Box sets can also be sold for more, as can first editions of a series of CDs. There is, however, still a market for secondhand CDs, but they are not as valuable as records.
Is it free to sell on Gumtree?
Yes, selling on Gumtree is free. You can also post free ads whether you're buying or selling. Businesses running multiple ads will pay an insertion fee.
How do I get paid on Gumtree?
Use trusted payment methods like bank transfers or cash. Please read this safety article before meeting with buyers in a safe, public place.
Does Gumtree deliver?
Gumtree itself doesn't offer product delivery. It is a platform to link sellers and buyers.
How much is a DVD?
Blank DVDs, depending on storage space on the disc, brand and number in a pack can start from about R100.00 for a pack of five and reach over R500.00 for a 3 pack! Movies and music DVDs can start at around R40.00 and go up to over R150.00 for new releases, mini-series, etc.
How long will DVDs last?
Depending on the type of DVD (printed or burned), where it is stored, atmospheric conditions and how often it is used, DVDs will last anything from 15 to 50 years. Some publications even say that they may last as long as 200 years.
Can you play DVDs on a Wii?
According to the official site, the answer is no. There are third-party 'hacks' that make this possible, but none of these are officially supported by Nintendo and will void your warranty.
Where can you buy DVDs?
There are plenty of online options for you to purchase DVDs and the larger supermarkets also still stock them. One of the best places though is on Gumtree because you get a really good deal and you'll be surprised at the choices you have, from movies to music.
Can Blu-ray players play DVDs?
Yes, they can. There may be an odd occasion that it won't, but that will be the exception and not the rule.
Is it free to sell on Gumtree?
Yes, selling on Gumtree is free. You can also post free ads whether you're buying or selling. Businesses running multiple ads will pay an insertion fee.
How do I get paid on Gumtree?
Use trusted payment methods like bank transfers or cash. Please read this safety article before meeting with buyers in a safe, public place.
Does Gumtree deliver?
Gumtree itself doesn't offer product delivery. It is a platform to link sellers and buyers.
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