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NCXCStud · 30-March-06, 11:45 AM

I don't think HD-DVD or Blu-Ray will 'win'

Here are a few things that a consumer will have to do in order to take full advantage of the new formats..

The formats respective player (rough costs cited between 500-over 2000+ at this time)
A 1080p compatible HDTV ( Cheapest one you can find is just over 2200)
A constant internet connection to the player

Here are some problems consumers may face with the new formats...

You'll have to buy the HD-DVD or Blu-Ray disc, which have been reported to cost anywhere from 30-45 dollars for the movie (most DVDs retail between 14-23 dollars)
Unless they come with dual lasers, the players are NOT compatible with current DVDs.

At this point in time, there is no clear cut winner. Sure, BRD has a huge sponsorship, but in the end, its up to whether or not people buy the player and the things necessary to take full advantage of it.

And, all I have to say to the person who reported the story "No $h|t Sherlock." You really think the Sony CEO would say "Nah man, HD-DVD is gonna own us hardcore."

30-March-06, 11:45 AM		#2 (permalink)
NCXCStud Apex Tech Fanatic Supreme	I don't think HD-DVD or Blu-Ray will 'win' Here are a few things that a consumer will have to do in order to take full advantage of the new formats.. The formats respective player (rough costs cited between 500-over 2000+ at this time) A 1080p compatible HDTV ( Cheapest one you can find is just over 2200) A constant internet connection to the player Here are some problems consumers may face with the new formats... You'll have to buy the HD-DVD or Blu-Ray disc, which have been reported to cost anywhere from 30-45 dollars for the movie (most DVDs retail between 14-23 dollars) Unless they come with dual lasers, the players are NOT compatible with current DVDs. At this point in time, there is no clear cut winner. Sure, BRD has a huge sponsorship, but in the end, its up to whether or not people buy the player and the things necessary to take full advantage of it. And, all I have to say to the person who reported the story "No $h\|t Sherlock." You really think the Sony CEO would say "Nah man, HD-DVD is gonna own us hardcore."