Blu-ray DVD or PS3?? - Blu-ray Forum

rspeedygo · 03-25-2008, 04:57 AM

I am confused and looking for some information on what is the better buy from a feature/functionality standpoint. I am new to the Blu-ray technology and I'm not an avid gamer. I do enjoy some games from time to time and I'm sure my son & grandsons will enjoy it when they come over.

Question: I was at Circuit City today looking at the Samsung & Sony Blu-ray HD DVD's. I was hoping the salesperson could sell me on which one was the better value for the money since they were both priced the same. What I didn't expect him to do is sell me on the idea of the PS3? He got me thinking that it might be a better value than the Sony Blu-ray HD DVD player for the obvious reason that it would include gaming. Is there any other signicant differences between the Standalone Sony Blu-ray & the PS3???

Thanks

BirdManJr · 03-25-2008, 05:03 AM

Yeah get a ps3....
it plays games
it plays normal dvds and upscales them...
it plays blu rays just the same as a standalone.
and it can connect to the internet and you can upgrade your blu ray player anytime they have updates.

The standalones right now dont have internet access so they wont be able to get the online upgrades in the future.

Your son and grandson will most likely love you more for this also.

I suggest getting it and a 1 year extended warranty. In the end its the same price as a blu ray standalone....SO WHY NOT?

tommyboy81 · 03-25-2008, 05:05 AM

Listen to BirdMan Jr

He just got his and from what I can see he loves it.

Marcusarilius · 03-25-2008, 05:06 AM

Highly recommend getting the PS3. And even more Highly recommend NOT getting a Samsung BD player! Nothing but trouble! Even have a class action law suit against them.

turboedguy · 03-25-2008, 05:06 AM

Right now the PS3 is the only final profile 2.0 player.

Oh, and its Blu-ray disc, or BD. Not HD DVD.

Truckondo · 03-25-2008, 05:06 AM

The fact that the PS3 is Profile 2.0 and loads quicker than any other Blu-ray player should be reason enough to purchase it. It makes for a great game machine as well as media center too.

tommyboy81 · 03-25-2008, 05:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Marcusarilius

Highly recommend getting the PS3. And even more Highly recommend NOT getting a Samsung BD player! Nothing but trouble! Even have a class action law suit against them.

The Sharps aren't all that great neither. I'm not impressed by them. Unless the BB over here has them fudged up.

rspeedygo · 03-25-2008, 05:08 AM

Thanks everyone! That's exactly what I was looking for! My son will probably be over tomorrow

Marcusarilius · 03-25-2008, 05:10 AM

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Originally Posted by rspeedygo

Thanks everyone! That's exactly what I was looking for! My son will probably be over tomorrow

You won't be disapointed!!!

turboedguy · 03-25-2008, 05:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Marcusarilius

You won't be disapointed!!!

Is his son bringing cookies?

Cookies never disapoint.

Marcusarilius · 03-25-2008, 05:14 AM

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Originally Posted by turboedguy

Is his son bringing cookies?

Cookies never disapoint.

Cookies?!!! What time should we come over?

Nailhead · 03-25-2008, 05:24 AM

Isn't it true that you can only use the gaming controller or a specific Sony branded remote for the PS3? If so, how is that remote?

BirdManJr · 03-25-2008, 05:25 AM

I like it....other than not having a back light on it...i think its pretty nice...and recommend it...but u can use the controller...i just never have.

Its only like 24.99 in stores...you can find it cheaper tho...i saw it at circuit city for 18 a while back.

Petra_Kalbrain · 03-25-2008, 05:26 AM

If "FUNCTIONALITY" for bargain is your prime concern, the PS3 wins without even a consideration for any other player on the market.

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Originally Posted by Nailhead

Isn't it true that you can only use the gaming controller or a specific Sony branded remote for the PS3? If so, how is that remote?

The system game controller will take less than 5 minutes to learn how to use and it is SO SIMPLE! Between the 'X' button, triangle button, and 'Start' button, you can do all that you need to do in order to control the film in its entirety.

turboedguy · 03-25-2008, 05:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Nailhead

Isn't it true that you can only use the gaming controller or a specific Sony branded remote for the PS3? If so, how is that remote?

The remote if awsome, full featured, and blue tooth. you dont need line-of-sight for the remote to work, it will work in the closet. Its only $20

The game controller sucks to use for Blu-ray IMO.

Nyko make an aftermarket IR remote that has a IR reciver that plugs into the PS3. If you use that plug in IR addapter, you can program a Harmony remote to work.

syncguy · 03-25-2008, 05:53 AM

My vote also for the mighty PS3. IMO, it is the best value for money. Especially Sony has committed to evolve PS3 with blu-ray technology. One example is forthcoming firmware upgrade for profile 2.0.

It has a powerful processor and many functions are implemented in firmware. Due to this reason it is flexible and firmware upgradeable.

Also, playstations have been built like tanks and they are reliable. We have a 5 year old PS2 and works without any problem in spite of the way that children abuse it.

Go for PS3.

BirdManJr · 03-25-2008, 05:55 AM

Every system still works...But the xbox 360

pedigree · 03-25-2008, 06:08 AM

would it be maybe considerable to hook up to ps3 to a universal remote? is it even possible?

Nailhead · 03-25-2008, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by turboedguy

The remote if awsome, full featured, and blue tooth. you dont need line-of-sight for the remote to work, it will work in the closet. Its only $20

My old dishnetwork remote used radio frequency, this really isn't new technology created by bluetooth. It is nice to not need direct line of sight, although I don't typically watch movies from a closet

MOONPHASE · 03-25-2008, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by pedigree

would it be maybe considerable to hook up to ps3 to a universal remote? is it even possible?

if you are talking about a universal blu-ray remote then that would be a neat idea but i just cant see something like that on a already universal dvd remote

03-25-2008, 04:57 AM	#1
rspeedygo New Member Member since:Mar 2008	Blu-ray DVD or PS3?? I am confused and looking for some information on what is the better buy from a feature/functionality standpoint. I am new to the Blu-ray technology and I'm not an avid gamer. I do enjoy some games from time to time and I'm sure my son & grandsons will enjoy it when they come over. Question: I was at Circuit City today looking at the Samsung & Sony Blu-ray HD DVD's. I was hoping the salesperson could sell me on which one was the better value for the money since they were both priced the same. What I didn't expect him to do is sell me on the idea of the PS3? He got me thinking that it might be a better value than the Sony Blu-ray HD DVD player for the obvious reason that it would include gaming. Is there any other signicant differences between the Standalone Sony Blu-ray & the PS3??? Thanks

03-25-2008, 05:25 AM	#13
BirdManJr Power Member Member since:Mar 2008 Blu-ray reviews:3	I like it....other than not having a back light on it...i think its pretty nice...and recommend it...but u can use the controller...i just never have. Its only like 24.99 in stores...you can find it cheaper tho...i saw it at circuit city for 18 a while back. Last edited by BirdManJr; 03-25-2008 at 05:26 AM. Reason: Yes

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03-25-2008, 05:03 AM	#2
BirdManJr Power Member Member since:Mar 2008 Blu-ray reviews:3	Yeah get a ps3.... it plays games it plays normal dvds and upscales them... it plays blu rays just the same as a standalone. and it can connect to the internet and you can upgrade your blu ray player anytime they have updates. The standalones right now dont have internet access so they wont be able to get the online upgrades in the future. Your son and grandson will most likely love you more for this also. I suggest getting it and a 1 year extended warranty. In the end its the same price as a blu ray standalone....SO WHY NOT?

03-25-2008, 05:05 AM	#3
tommyboy81 Blu-ray Count Member since:Oct 2007 Location:Savannah, GA Home Theater Gallery:17 Blu-ray collection:93 Blu-ray reviews:3 Trading Score:2	Listen to BirdMan Jr He just got his and from what I can see he loves it.

03-25-2008, 05:06 AM	#4
Marcusarilius Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Seattle, WA. Blu-ray reviews:52 Trading Score:1	Highly recommend getting the PS3. And even more Highly recommend NOT getting a Samsung BD player! Nothing but trouble! Even have a class action law suit against them.

03-25-2008, 05:06 AM	#5
turboedguy Banned Member since:Oct 2007 Location:Santa Clarita Ca.	Right now the PS3 is the only final profile 2.0 player. Oh, and its Blu-ray disc, or BD. Not HD DVD.

03-25-2008, 05:06 AM	#6
Truckondo Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Huntington Beach, CA	The fact that the PS3 is Profile 2.0 and loads quicker than any other Blu-ray player should be reason enough to purchase it. It makes for a great game machine as well as media center too.

03-25-2008, 05:08 AM	#8
rspeedygo New Member Member since:Mar 2008	Thanks everyone! That's exactly what I was looking for! My son will probably be over tomorrow

03-25-2008, 05:24 AM	#12
Nailhead Member Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Inland Empire, Southern California	Isn't it true that you can only use the gaming controller or a specific Sony branded remote for the PS3? If so, how is that remote?

03-25-2008, 05:53 AM	#16
syncguy Blu-ray Guru Member since:Mar 2008	My vote also for the mighty PS3. IMO, it is the best value for money. Especially Sony has committed to evolve PS3 with blu-ray technology. One example is forthcoming firmware upgrade for profile 2.0. It has a powerful processor and many functions are implemented in firmware. Due to this reason it is flexible and firmware upgradeable. Also, playstations have been built like tanks and they are reliable. We have a 5 year old PS2 and works without any problem in spite of the way that children abuse it. Go for PS3.

03-25-2008, 05:55 AM	#17
BirdManJr Power Member Member since:Mar 2008 Blu-ray reviews:3	Every system still works...But the xbox 360

03-25-2008, 06:08 AM	#18
pedigree Power Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Montreal, Canada	would it be maybe considerable to hook up to ps3 to a universal remote? is it even possible?

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