Close to buying a Blu-ray system...

[joe-dvd-man]

Two issues I'd like some feedback on. First, I'm still not 100% sold on going with Blu-ray because HD-DVD still definitely seems in the game.

See eProductwars.

I was planning on going with blu-ray a week ago, but then noticed that HD is having some big sales (get a bunch of discs for free when you buy a player) on Amazon.

So, in an effort to compare apples-to-apples, I'm trying to figure out the total cost of getting a blu-ray player and 5 really-good blu-ray discs. So I'm looking for feedback on which blu-rays really showcase the blu-ray technology (and are still re-watchable movies.)

Looking at the list I use, http://www.eproductwars.com/dvd/blu-ray.cfm, I'm thinking at least Pirates, Spireman, and Planet Earth. Any others I should definitely consider when I try to figure out the total cost?

[halon]

i believe if you go to the sony style website and sign up for a card(you have to be accepted, of course), you get an instant $100 off which you could use to purchase a ps3 and you get 7 free movies with it. i thought i saw that some blu-ray players are coming with 7 free movies also, could be wrong about that.

be smart and go blu.

[powersfoss]

Originally Posted by joe-dvd-man

Two issues I'd like some feedback on. First, I'm still not 100% sold on going with Blu-ray because HD-DVD still definitely seems in the game.

See eProductwars.

I was planning on going with blu-ray a week ago, but then noticed that HD is having some big sales (get a bunch of discs for free when you buy a player) on Amazon.

So, in an effort to compare apples-to-apples, I'm trying to figure out the total cost of getting a blu-ray player and 5 really-good blu-ray discs. So I'm looking for feedback on which blu-rays really showcase the blu-ray technology (and are still re-watchable movies.)

Looking at the list I use, http://www.eproductwars.com/dvd/blu-ray.cfm, I'm thinking at least Pirates, Spireman, and Planet Earth. Any others I should definitely consider when I try to figure out the total cost?

Hmm. You mean other than HD-DVD getting owned on eProductWars? You need more convincing? How 'bout a $299 PS3 with 7 free blu-rays: https://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=20371.

[halon]

Originally Posted by powersfoss

Hmm. You mean other than HD-DVD getting owned on eProductWars? You need more convincing? How 'bout a $299 PS3 with 7 free blu-rays: https://forum.blu-ray.com/showthread.php?t=20371.

i thought i saw that on here. couldn't find it, thanks for the help.

[mikesoba]

I believe it's 7 discs -- 2 immediately and 5 from a selection of 18 by mail, whether PS3 or stand-alone player.

Any "punch" by HD DVD was driven by the one-time release of Transformers, which is now behind us. Still HD DVD has fallen far short of BD sales for the month/year and possibly week.

[Flea77]

Originally Posted by joe-dvd-man

Two issues I'd like some feedback on. First, I'm still not 100% sold on going with Blu-ray because HD-DVD still definitely seems in the game.

See eProductwars.

Am I seeing something different than you are, because all I see is a sea of blue with a few black dots.

I was planning on going with blu-ray a week ago, but then noticed that HD is having some big sales (get a bunch of discs for free when you buy a player) on Amazon.

So, in an effort to compare apples-to-apples, I'm trying to figure out the total cost of getting a blu-ray player and 5 really-good blu-ray discs. So I'm looking for feedback on which blu-rays really showcase the blu-ray technology (and are still re-watchable movies.)

Looking at the list I use, http://www.eproductwars.com/dvd/blu-ray.cfm, I'm thinking at least Pirates, Spireman, and Planet Earth. Any others I should definitely consider when I try to figure out the total cost?

Remember that it takes a while to get your free movies no matter which format you choose, so be ready to pay for a few movies up front to hold you for a while until your free ones come in. Best Buy is having a great sale for lots of BD titles, as are some other stores. Some suggestions, xXx, Casino Royale, Brothers Grimm, Patriot, and Pearl Harbor.

Enjoy the blu!

Allan

[pedigree]

Originally Posted by den4blu

i believe if you go to the sony style website and sign up for a card(you have to be accepted, of course), you get an instant $100 off which you could use to purchase a ps3 and you get 7 free movies with it. i thought i saw that some blu-ray players are coming with 7 free movies also, could be wrong about that.

be smart and go blu.

thats the best you could possibly ask for: a next gen system and a very good blu ray player.

[javabear]

It looks like Buy-One-Get-One-Free deal is still on at FYE for disney blu-ray movies. So, it is a great time to get into blu now.

Don't settle for just "good enough" that HD-DVD tries to offer. Since you already are interested in Hi-Def and you paying premium for the quality, you want to get the best of quality from BLU-RAY, not just mediocre.

Welcome!

[pedigree]

not to mention theres plenty of gggggrrreeeaat titles coming to blu ray in the next few weeks/months (cars/spiderman/diehards)

[ground chuck]

IMO, anyone looking to purchase hd-dud, might as well be flushing money down the toilet.

[david2189]

hd dvd cant beat a ps3 and the 7 free movies offer, so definataley the cheapest options aswell now

[whippersnapper]

Originally Posted by javabear

It looks like Buy-One-Get-One-Free deal is still on at FYE for disney blu-ray movies. So, it is a great time to get into blu now.

Don't settle for just "good enough" that HD-DVD tries to offer. Since you already are interested in Hi-Def and you paying premium for the quality, you want to get the best of quality from BLU-RAY, not just mediocre.

Welcome!

Today is the last day.
http://www.fye.com/Blu-Ray-BOGO_stcV...0VVviewcat.htm

[pedigree]

Originally Posted by whippersnapper

Today is the last day.
http://www.fye.com/Blu-Ray-BOGO_stcV...0VVviewcat.htm

there'll be for sure more

[bkbluray]

Blu-ray has a strong lead in Studio support, manufacturer support, and quality (in terms of audio and video). Make the right choice; choose Blu-ray.

[pro-bassoonist]

Originally Posted by joe-dvd-man

Two issues I'd like some feedback on. First, I'm still not 100% sold on going with Blu-ray because HD-DVD still definitely seems in the game.

See eProductwars.

I was planning on going with blu-ray a week ago, but then noticed that HD is having some big sales (get a bunch of discs for free when you buy a player) on Amazon.

So, in an effort to compare apples-to-apples, I'm trying to figure out the total cost of getting a blu-ray player and 5 really-good blu-ray discs. So I'm looking for feedback on which blu-rays really showcase the blu-ray technology (and are still re-watchable movies.)

Looking at the list I use, http://www.eproductwars.com/dvd/blu-ray.cfm, I'm thinking at least Pirates, Spireman, and Planet Earth. Any others I should definitely consider when I try to figure out the total cost?

You posted at DVDTALK and had an entire thread closed. Now I see you posted exactly the same "info" here. Are you plugging Eproducts or are you truly interested in having your questions answered?
The members of this forum are well-versed in Eproducts and their charts!


Mods?

Pro-B

[pedigree]

Originally Posted by pro-bassoonist

You posted at DVDTALK and had an entire thread closed. Now I see you posted exactly the same "info" here. Are you plugging Eproducts or are you truly interested in having your questions answered?
The members of this forum are well-versed in Eproducts and their charts!


Mods?

Pro-B

you got rick roll'd son

[Deciazulado]

Heh, must be interesting to be looking at a top 50 sellers eproducts chart and seeing 46 Blu-rays and 4 hd dvds there and still wondering which format I should buy

[mattym]

is it mike HD the pirate of the format wars posting in disguise? Toshiba must be upping the anti with him then, spread more fud or we stop paying you...