Which HD format do you think will win the Format War?

[P1X4R]

who will win? it depends on the porn industry.

https://www.macworld.com/news/2006/05/02/pornhd/index.php?lsrc=mwrss

 

[Nitro]

Everybody that I've been talking to (even home theater gurus) have been telling me to wait out the format war for Hi-Def movies before choosing between the two. The positives and the negatives of the Blu-Ray and the HD-DVD are too similar where it cancels each other out.

My thing is that I have 700+ movies on DVD and I'm not ready to start another collection for the sake to have the same movie (with an improved picture). I'm content with the DVD format we have now. Maybe down the line, I'll pick up one of the two (as long as they continue to play standard DVD's). But picking up one of these formats now at the prices that they are charging just isn't worth it for me...

 

[tomandshell]

Sony Encounters New Blu-ray Glitches

The Sony Blu-ray high-definition version of Lionsgate's horror flick The Descent plays fine on Sony's new PlayStation3 game device, but those who attempt to watch it on an ordinary Sony Blu-ray player will see only a blank screen, according to reports that have emerged over the past few days on several websites devoted to high-definition video formats. A similar problem was reported with Pioneer Blu-ray players. The Descent disc features numerous "extras" produced exclusively for the Blu-ray format, including a picture-in-picture video commentary. And therein lies the problem, according to the HD websites. Lionsgate used BD-Java technology for the extras, which is not compatible with the Sony BDP-S1 and Pioneer Elite Blu-ray players. Sony says it is aware of the problem and is working to provide an update to the operating system of its players by early this year.

https://imdb.com/news/sb/2007-01-03/#2

 

[gabberjawa]

I am building a home theater with a good DLP Projector, and I want to get either a Blu Ray player or an HD DVD player to go along with it. From my research, Blu Ray beats HD DVD on almost every technical level, and many people in the electronics business have told me it will win the format war in the long run. Yet, as of now, HD DVD seems to have a wider selection of titles on the market, and seems to be selling better.

Which format do you think will win the war and why?

Sounds like you almost got it reversed.

"I'm with" HD-DVD myself! Just got the HD drive for my 360 and couldn't be more pleased.

 

[tomandshell]

https://www.eproductwars.com/dvd/

 

[Dr.Mirakle32]

I think I have found my answer:

LG Electronics develops world's first dual-mode DVD player SEOUL, Jan. 4 (Yonhap) -- LG Electronics Inc., South Korea's electronics giant, said Thursday that it has developed the world's first DVD player that supports two competing disc formats -- Blu-ray and HD DVD.

The dual-mode player will be launched next week at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, the company said in a statement.

Global companies remain divided over which disc format they should choose for next-generation DVD players.

Created by Japan's Sony, the Blu-ray format is supported by Samsung Electronics, Hitachi, JVC and Toshiba, while the HD DVD, invented by Toshiba, is backed by Microsoft, Intel and NEC.

Discs based on the two formats can store much more data than ordinary DVDs, allowing for seamless and vivid video images.

LG Electronics said that its dual-mode players will ease confusion among consumers planning to buy new DVD players.

The new model will hit the U.S. market during the first quarter of the year, the company said, adding the exact timeframe and prices will be announced at the exhibition.

 

[tomandshell]

I was under the impression that the Blu-ray camp have refused to allow their technology to be used in a dual format player, but if this is true then it can only be good news for high def sales.

 

[Gruson]

Standard DVDs do look pretty good on quality upconverting players like the Oppo.

That said, a quality Blu Ray or HD DVD release looks a lot better than an upconverted DVD.

No question about it.

There's just a LOT more resolution with 1080p.

 

[The Josh]

Why doesn't that suprise me with Sony. They are screwing things up right now all over the place it seems.

When it's all said and done I'll get me an 1080p TV and whichever format. Till then I'll be fine with my current situation.

 

[tomandshell]

And now we have news of Warner (who already supports both formats) coming out with a "Total HD" disc that will play in both HD DVD and Blu-ray players:

https://hddvd.highdefdigest.com/news/show/Total_HD/Industry_Forecasts/Warner_to_Unveil_First_Blu-ray/HD_DVD_Hybrid_Discs_at_CES/413

 

[Darth Loki]

And now we have news of Warner (who already supports both formats) coming out with a "Total HD" disc that will play in both HD DVD and Blu-ray players:

https://hddvd.highdefdigest.com/news/show/Total_HD/Industry_Forecasts/Warner_to_Unveil_First_Blu-ray/HD_DVD_Hybrid_Discs_at_CES/413

Very interesting. I wonder how much those disks are going to cost though. Why do I have the feeling that they will retail for at least $50 each? Even through Amazon, how many people are going to pay almost $40 for a DVD?

 

[tomandshell]

Yes, the current hybrid DVD + HD DVD discs that will play in both regular and HD players cost more than the standard HD DVDs.

Best Buy had the combo version of "You, Me and Dupree" on the shelf marked at $39.99. And there it shall stay until the end of time...

 

[Darth Loki]

Yes, the current hybrid DVD + HD DVD discs that will play in both regular and HD players cost more than the standard HD DVDs.

Best Buy had the combo version of "You, Me and Dupree" on the shelf marked at $39.99. And there it shall stay until the end of time...

I've noticed the same thing from shopping at Amazon. The combo discs (Lady in the Water, Superman Returns, etc.) are roughly $10 more. I'd hate to think how much a combo HD/BR disc will be.

 

[BadMoon]

Hmm then I have a question? I have a 52' Hdila. I have read that the differences between 1080i and 1080p a minimal depending on how close to the Tv you are. So that being said, I have a Samsung upconvert DVD player now and have been considering getting a HD-DvD player for my Xbox 360. If I still use a VGA cable or Hdmi will I still see a difference?

 

[tomandshell]

More news about a hybrid player that will play both HD DVD and Blu-ray discs. I didn't think the Blu-ray licensing allowed that, but it's nice to be wrong!!

https://hddvd.highdefdigest.com/news/show/LG/Technology_Forecasts/Hardware/High-Def_Goes_Purple_with_LG_Dual-Format_Blu-ray/HD_DVD_Player_/415