Sony launches "largest ever" hardware ad campaign

[thrlride]

Originally Posted by JAGUAR1977

Isn't it funny how the online world works.

HD-DVD's 50k/100k firesale of A2's generates hysteria on niche HD forums, while this MASSIVE, mainstream, ad campaign, that will shift millions of Blu-ray capable PS3's this Q4, almost slips by in a whimper.

It does show which method gets more exposure.

Actually working is another story.

[Bluray4Me]

Originally Posted by JAGUAR1977

HD-DVD's 50k/100k firesale of A2's generates hysteria on niche HD forums, while this MASSIVE, mainstream, ad campaign, that will shift millions of Blu-ray capable PS3's this Q4, almost slips by in a whimper.

That's because the PS3 hasn't been selling well and the ad was focusing on games which the PS3 is lacking right now. Maybe this PS3 will change things, maybe it won't. We'll see. I'm glad I bought my 60GB PS3 when I did...

[Borrik]

Originally Posted by w_tanoto

if they are clever, a Final Fantast VII remake will blow everything away

If i had a nickle for everytime someone said that! Bagillionair!

Don't tease me... it isnt nice...

But, if it is going to happen... Best kept secret ever!

[Blu Titan]

It is also reported here: http://www.highdefdigest.com/news/sh..._Campaign/1133

[JAGUAR1977]

Originally Posted by Bluray4Me

That's because the PS3 hasn't been selling well and the ad was focusing on games which the PS3 is lacking right now. Maybe this PS3 will change things, maybe it won't. We'll see. I'm glad I bought my 60GB PS3 when I did...

This is not about the console wars, but this format war.

PS3 sales have shot through the roof after the 40GB PS3 was launched in other territories, while it's undeniable the PS3 has pushed Blu-ray sales up hugely.

50k A2's at Wallmart may grab headlines on these types of forums, but out in the real world the big news is the $399 PS3, which will impact the format war greatly.

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2007/...v-ad-campaign/

[kurtlingle]

Originally Posted by JAGUAR1977

PS3 sales have shot through the roof after the 40GB PS3 was launched in other territories, while it's undeniable the PS3 has pushed Blu-ray sales up hugely.

50k A2's at Wallmart may grab headlines on these types of forums, but out in the real world the big news is the $399 PS3, which will impact the format war greatly.

http://blog.us.playstation.com/2007/...v-ad-campaign/

Great point. I think the number of disks sold will definitely go up for BD. I'm sure that the HD-DVD will gain to but I'm seeing this 4th quarter as mostly BD dominance.

[CptGreedle]

The new ads on the PS blog look awesome! I just wish the BD playback was even longer.. it lasted maybe 2 or 3 seconds on the ad, but if they want to really advertise it more prominently, they need entire commercials showing nothing BUT the PS3 BD playback.

[Twism]

New Sony ads for PS3 at $399 and mentioning blu-ray as of Nov 1

http://www.gametrailers.com/player/27328.html
http://www.gametrailers.com/player/27329.html`

And a Ratchet & Clank ad mentioning PS3 at $399
http://www.gametrailers.com/player/27258.html

[m_tyson]

Originally Posted by MatrixS2000

I don't think anyone believes millions will sell in a week....

Just let Paramount write the press release.

[Sonny]

I got 1 for you, NOT EVEN 1 A-2 left at any Best Buy in TEXAS or the rest of the US. CUZ THERE WERE NOT EVEN 50-100k to go around , it was way less cuz these 99$ A-2's were left overs, nobody as of about 1:00pm had any in store/shipping to buy so there while it looked good it really was not, I know there are some people that bought them, but was way less than thought before so this sale wont even show up Its not like they produced hundreds of thousands of A-2's just for this. This was just to clear shelves

[Sonny]

Originally Posted by Sonny

I got 1 for you, NOT EVEN 1 A-2 left at any Best Buy in TEXAS or the rest of the US. CUZ THERE WERE NOT EVEN 50-100k to go around , it was way less cuz these 99$ A-2's were left overs, nobody as of about 1:00pm had any in store/shipping to buy so there while it looked good it really was not, I know there are some people that bought them, but was way less than thought before so this sale wont even show up Its not like they produced hundreds of thousands of A-2's just for this. This was just to clear shelves

oh ya dont ask how I got this info

[monkyman]

Originally Posted by m_tyson

Just let Paramount write the press release.

Classic

[westend]

I bet if Sony made White PS3's and renamed them Apple, it would sell like crazy.

[JAGUAR1977]

Just to reinforce how PS3 is going to become an increasingly poweful weapon for Blu-ray, rather than fade away as some would have you believe, here's another positive story.

http://www.gamesindustry.biz/content_page.php?aid=30224

[Nicadian]

http://www.highdefdigest.com/news/sh...n_the_Way/1140

it seems sony will cut down prices on player and 1.2 profile player might be coming

[tru2blu707]

that ad was effing AWESOME! im gonna go out and buy a 40gig just to use as a blu ray player. i know that the demand is high for this model...i just hope sony doesnt screw it up again and cant deliver the units. once GT5, god of war 3, metal gear solid 4 comes out for the ps3...units are gonna move.

[BLackie]

It wont sell millions....but we can hope