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ussrelativity · 06-01-2007, 07:58 PM

I happen to be highly knowledgeable with technology, but I've only gotten into the high-def format info in the past year, and have only started posting here today.

The motivators for me with Blu-Ray are the high capacity per layer, cost within reason compared to HD-DVD, the studio support, especially MGM, the potential for the format, and of course, Stargate, which is owned by MGM.

Durability for me is a major plus. I researched into the manufacturing of Blu-Ray discs, and was surprised to see how they used to be made, before the redesign. A very smart move.

Acceleration of Blu-Ray winning would be a move my Warner and Paramount to go Blu-Ray exclusive, as obviously stated. To do so would require careful considerations with studio decisions. The sales numbers are a major factor, so as soon as the numbers become so far ahead for Blu-Ray, (not 3 to 1, but 8 to 1), would be a certain decisive factor. Having excellent sales is good, even with overwhelming numbers, but it would take even higher numbers to turn Universal. I'm not one to bash them over going with HD-DVD exclusive. They see the cost advantage in manufacturing, and they feel the advantage for it, which is their decision to make. It is nice to have a slightly cheaper player to manufacture, but with capacity, limitations are apparent. Blu-Ray image quality is now exceeding HD-DVD in a few titles. With proper production, the additional space per layer can pay off big time.

I'm in support of Warner and Paramount phasing out HD-DVD over the next year, and Universal being brought into the fold. For me, Blu-Ray is the way to go for the long haul. To go exclusive with Blu-Ray, and switch support to Blu-Ray will take time for Warner, Paramount, and Universal. It can't be done overnight. Good support from consumers to the studios, instead of boycotts will show to the studios that we want to see a quick end to the format war.

I do believe that Blu-Ray will win, but I'd prefer it within one year, instead of two or three. It's the smart decision.

06-01-2007, 07:58 PM	#5
ussrelativity Expert Member Member since:Jun 2007	I happen to be highly knowledgeable with technology, but I've only gotten into the high-def format info in the past year, and have only started posting here today. The motivators for me with Blu-Ray are the high capacity per layer, cost within reason compared to HD-DVD, the studio support, especially MGM, the potential for the format, and of course, Stargate, which is owned by MGM. Durability for me is a major plus. I researched into the manufacturing of Blu-Ray discs, and was surprised to see how they used to be made, before the redesign. A very smart move. Acceleration of Blu-Ray winning would be a move my Warner and Paramount to go Blu-Ray exclusive, as obviously stated. To do so would require careful considerations with studio decisions. The sales numbers are a major factor, so as soon as the numbers become so far ahead for Blu-Ray, (not 3 to 1, but 8 to 1), would be a certain decisive factor. Having excellent sales is good, even with overwhelming numbers, but it would take even higher numbers to turn Universal. I'm not one to bash them over going with HD-DVD exclusive. They see the cost advantage in manufacturing, and they feel the advantage for it, which is their decision to make. It is nice to have a slightly cheaper player to manufacture, but with capacity, limitations are apparent. Blu-Ray image quality is now exceeding HD-DVD in a few titles. With proper production, the additional space per layer can pay off big time. I'm in support of Warner and Paramount phasing out HD-DVD over the next year, and Universal being brought into the fold. For me, Blu-Ray is the way to go for the long haul. To go exclusive with Blu-Ray, and switch support to Blu-Ray will take time for Warner, Paramount, and Universal. It can't be done overnight. Good support from consumers to the studios, instead of boycotts will show to the studios that we want to see a quick end to the format war. I do believe that Blu-Ray will win, but I'd prefer it within one year, instead of two or three. It's the smart decision.