High Definition Discussion Thread - Blu-Ray, HDTV, etc...

[vicnsand]

^^^ That's pretty cheap for a Blu-ray player.

[grif32]

Went to BB today and noticed that the A-30's were marked to $199 and the A-3's were $149. Not sure if its like that at your BB's. I picked up a Samsung BD-P1400 for $149.99. They had a sale for 50% off all open box items, did I get a good deal on it? I dont know much about the SAL BD players.

I heard the 1400 is not a good player at all.

Toshiba lowered the prices on all their player.

Recieved the movies. Thanks again

[johnnyknoxsvill]

I did buy the extra warranty for it, so if I don't get the results I want, I will just brick the player and get a PS3 or wait for the 5500 duel player.

[ToightLikeATiger]

What is the best deal (other then PS3) for a Blu-Ray player? Looking to get one for my parents TV and they would have no need for a PS3 lol.

[JaylisJayP]

high def releases for this week. Looks kinda weak to me. What's Breaker Morant?

January 15, 2008
Breaker Morant (Blu-ray)
Girls Gone Wild: Baby Bash - Live And Uncensored (Blu-ray)
Good Luck Chuck (Blu-ray)
Mr. Wood**** (Blu-ray)
Suburban Girl (Blu-ray)
The Ten (HD DVD)
Went To Coney Island On A Mission From God... Be Back By Five (Blu-ray)

[GPWYANKEE]

high def releases for this week. Looks kinda weak to me. What's Breaker Morant?

January 15, 2008
Breaker Morant (Blu-ray)
Girls Gone Wild: Baby Bash - Live And Uncensored (Blu-ray)
Good Luck Chuck (Blu-ray)
Mr. Wood**** (Blu-ray)
Suburban Girl (Blu-ray)
The Ten (HD DVD)
Went To Coney Island On A Mission From God... Be Back By Five (Blu-ray)


Breaker Morant is a tremendous movie about The Bore War and the ridiculus politics that played into it.Ill be getting that one myself.

[JaylisJayP]

Hey everyone, they're updating the Deals threads at Avs forum, putting all the deals updated in the first post. It's very well done and I'm just going to link to them on the first page.

[JaylisJayP]

Wow...according to highdefdigest's count, Universal has 2 new HD DVDs announced through April.

(4 total but 2 are non-combo reissues). And the two new ones are Fletch and The Brave One.

Hate to say it, but the format mine as well be dead if the so-called leading studio doesn't step it up immediately.

[PrimeBane]

If you recall last year, Universal didn't announce any titles until late January, early February.

Although I wouldn't be surprised to see them abandon catalogue titles and just release day and date until B-day arrives.

[BradydaMan]

I really would like a new receiver with all new surround sound format..but I have a beautiful pioneer elite that I got 4 years ago..the thing is built like a tank...and sound great...THX certified..DTS ES and DOLBY EX..what to do....

[JaylisJayP]

If you recall last year, Universal didn't announce any titles until late January, early February.

Although I wouldn't be surprised to see them abandon catalogue titles and just release day and date until B-day arrives.

It's looking more and more like this is the case.

[PrimeBane]

Toshinba Press Release Re: Price reduction of players

http://www.prnewswire.com/cgi-bin/stories.pl?ACCT=104&STORY=/www/story/01-14-2008/0004735440&EDATE=#

A3: $149.99
A30: $199.99
A35: $299.99

This is probably the best move for Toshiba... get as many players out there as possible and reduce stock levels.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

I noticed those prices yesterday when I was at BB. Some good prices if you ask me.

[ewto16]

Yeah, sucked as many people into buying a HD-DVD player while they can. I get the fact that you can still enjoy movies and HD-DVDs on it, but still....just seems sort of like a waste.

[PrimeBane]

Mostly for my fellow Canadians, but they accept US orders as well.

$9.99 BDs and HD DVDs

Blu-ray
http://www.sigelectronics.com/Electr...Blu-Ray-Movies

HD DVD
http://www.sigelectronics.com/Electronics/HD-DVD

[PrimeBane]

For the USA Only (except the state of New York apparently)

Win a BD player and 100 movies
http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/?ie=UTF8&docId=1000181121

Wind an HD DVD player and 100 movies
http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/?ie=UTF8&docId=1000178381

[PrimeBane]

I'm sure everyone has read this by now, but if not:

http://gizmodo.com/344680/the-real-reason-warner-went-blu+ray

[CoachB]

I saw a site on here that had the BR of Hoosiers for $11.99, but now I dont remember. Has anyone seen that movie lately for that price or remember the site?

[WitchKingOfAngmar]

I'm sure everyone has read this by now, but if not:

http://gizmodo.com/344680/the-real-reason-warner-went-blu+ray

What a shocker...:rolleyes:

[HollandX]

For the USA Only (except the state of New York apparently)

Win a BD player and 100 movies
http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/?ie=UTF8&docId=1000181121

Wind an HD DVD player and 100 movies
http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/?ie=UTF8&docId=1000178381

GREAT GOOGALYMOOGALY!

[ewto16]

Wow...that contest rules. I entered. I won't win.

[imaginegrafix]

anyone get their movie from WingNut 25 yet?

[Hanky Panky]

Wow...$149 for an HD-DVD player...amazing drop from last year when around this time it was $999...crazy.

[grif32]

anyone get their movie from WingNut 25 yet?

NO :mad: I have sent him a PM and no response..

Chris

[grif32]

Check Amazon I think they are now $137.00 Unreal..

[JaylisJayP]

Wow...$149 for an HD-DVD player...amazing drop from last year when around this time it was $999...crazy.

was there really an HD DVD player that was $999? I thought the most expensive was at $499.

[imaginegrafix]

NO :mad: I have sent him a PM and no response..

Chris

Been almost 2 weeks now..... keep me posted if you hear anything or get anything. I just sent him a pm as well - Did you get a tracking #?

edit: he was on tonight too - I don't like it when people don't respond to pms about sales...... might just file paypal claim if nothing is received or pms aren't replied to.

[ToightLikeATiger]

Been almost 2 weeks now..... keep me posted if you hear anything or get anything. I just sent him a pm as well - Did you get a tracking #?

edit: he was on tonight too - I don't like it when people don't respond to pms about sales...... might just file paypal claim if nothing is received or pms aren't replied to.


Hope all you guys get your items from him. Dont wanna see the HD crowd get ripped off.

[TastySweetNutz]

anyone get their movie from WingNut 25 yet?

I got mine in the mail on Saturday. I'm sure they're on their way.

[imaginegrafix]

Hope all you guys get your items from him. Dont wanna see the HD crowd get ripped off.

I'm probably being a bit ancy and jumping the gun - I don't like it when people don't respond to pm's though.

I got mine in the mail on Saturday. I'm sure they're on their way.

Good deal - that's what I wanted to hear, put's my mind at ease then.

[TastySweetNutz]

Good deal - that's what I wanted to hear, put's my mind at ease then.

He probably sent a lot out and I know how hectic mailing out numerous items can be. I know it's been two weeks, but maybe give the man a couple more days.

Prime - let me know when your item comes in. I'm curious how Anchorman looks in HD.

[Hanky Panky]

was there really an HD DVD player that was $999? I thought the most expensive was at $499.

I though the most high-end Toshiba player was $999 last year, about this time, for sale at Best Buy.

[PrimeBane]

He probably sent a lot out and I know how hectic mailing out numerous items can be. I know it's been two weeks, but maybe give the man a couple more days.

Prime - let me know when your item comes in. I'm curious how Anchorman looks in HD.

For sure :)

Wingnut has been here a long time... he'll come through. :)

As for a $999 HD DVD player, I believe that's what the XA2 cost when it first came out.

[imaginegrafix]

Good deal - my apologies if I over-reacted a bit, just a little nervous because of the pm thing.

On another note though - the ebay guy came through w/ spiderman trilogy for $24 dlvd - brand new:D

[Hanky Panky]

For sure :)

As for a $999 HD DVD player, I believe that's what the XA2 cost when it first came out.

That's the one I'm thinking of.

[HollandX]

i got the xa2 for $515 around 6 months ago... if anything, it's gone up in price since then.

[HollandX]

anyone get their movie from WingNut 25 yet?

i have not. i haven't tried to pm him yet though... i figured it hasn't been long enough to worry yet.

[JaylisJayP]

If anyone's looking to sell any of these used for a reasonably cheap price, I'd be interested.

HD DVD
- Next
- The Perfect Storm
- Timecop

Blu-Ray
- First Blood
- Secret Window
- Rocky Balboa
- Flyboys

[freezerfuel]

What a difference going from a 7 year old HTIB hooked up through composite to a receiver through HDMI is. The HDMI and component switching works flawlessly. For a while I could get audio but no video from the PS3, I turned off the projector and PS3, rebooted and it's been working since then.

Another cool thing about this receiver is the ability to rename the inputs.. like change Video 2 to Blu-ray etc.

I'm just glad I can finally watch Die Hard in HD! (Once I get a copy that is :D)

[kawai7]

anyone get their movie from WingNut 25 yet?

I got my Kung Fu Hustle from him yesterday morning. Prompt shipping too

[kawai7]

Has anyone ordered movies on eBay on the week of Christmas and still haven't recieved their stuff yet?

I purchased Babel and Troy on Blu-Ray from 2 different eBay dealers and I still haven't recieved them. They will follow through in the event it doesn't show up but just wondering if anyone else has gotten delays due to the busy holiday rush and post offices being backed up or something.

By the way, has anybody actually seen any porn on HD-DVD? Because most porn is filmed in amateur home video style, I wonder how good it actually looks.

I was tempted to buy Pirates on Blu-Ray (the only adult film on Blu-Ray) but wanted to hear some reviews about the video and audio quality. LOL! Actually I'm serious.

[GPWYANKEE]

Thanks Oaktown(Keith)-Got Deja Vu yesterday.Appreciate the great deal on the flick.:):D

[grif32]

Thanks Oaktown(Keith)-Got Deja Vu yesterday.Appreciate the great deal on the flick.:):D

Good movie

Did you do the final update on the Harmony so when Brook hits the Wii button it comes on the correct output on the TV? It should be fixed now.

LMK

[GPWYANKEE]

Good movie

Did you do the final update on the Harmony so when Brook hits the Wii button it comes on the correct output on the TV? It should be fixed now.

LMK

I will tonight-Worked so damn late last night that i fell asleep during Deja Vu.:(Us old farts cant even make it till the 11.00 news:o

[johnnyknoxsvill]

Has anyone ordered movies on eBay on the week of Christmas and still haven't recieved their stuff yet?

I purchased Babel and Troy on Blu-Ray from 2 different eBay dealers and I still haven't recieved them. They will follow through in the event it doesn't show up but just wondering if anyone else has gotten delays due to the busy holiday rush and post offices being backed up or something.

By the way, has anybody actually seen any porn on HD-DVD? Because most porn is filmed in amateur home video style, I wonder how good it actually looks.

I was tempted to buy Pirates on Blu-Ray (the only adult film on Blu-Ray) but wanted to hear some reviews about the video and audio quality. LOL! Actually I'm serious.

Here is the link over avsforum for their Adult HD-DVD thread. It has reviews and any upcoming titles that may be released.

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=787132

Dont worry there are no links or pictures

[GPWYANKEE]

Here is the link over avsforum for their Adult HD-DVD thread. It has reviews and any upcoming titles that may be released.

http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showthread.php?t=787132

Dont worry there are no links or pictures


Man-No pics:mad:.Thanks for the thread bro;)

[TheRedOx]

I'm an idiot. Realized yesterday that I won't be able to hook up the passive subwoofer that I have now with my Onkyo HTIB to the new Onkyo receiver that's on it's way. So yesterday I ordered a whole new 5.1 JBL speaker system (SCS 500.5) with a powered active sub and it'll be an upgrade to the center and the satellites as well over what I have now. It's still pending credit review at TigerDirect though, probably won't go through :(

[grif32]

I have no doubt Wingnut will come through but dang atleast answer my PM back.

If you are going to take 2 weeks to mail just let me know.

chris

[ToightLikeATiger]

Just got done watching Carlito's Way on HD-DVD and it was great. Great picture and sound quality. Plus the movie is great. It has Al Pacino in it so thats no suprise :)

[GPWYANKEE]

Carlitos Way and Scent of a Woman are my favorite Pacino films.Tremendous actor for sure.

[stupidsuck]

I recently got all the Harry Potters on Blu Ray (mostly thanks to the last Amazon BOGO) and I noticed after watching Goblet of fire on Blu, it came on HBO HD the next day.

immediately you notice that the HBO cut made it fill the entire screen, while the BD of course has the extra wide presentation resulting in the black bars on the top and bottom.

Anyways, it seemed to me that the HBO version had better picture quality than my Blu Ray. Am I just seeing things or does having the whole screen filled make it seem that way or did Warner just have a lesser transfer to Blu?

[GPWYANKEE]

I actually found the opposite to be true.I watched Die Hard in HD on Satellite then watched it on Blu Ray and was amazed at the difference.It could be the size and kind of Tv you have or maybe the difference was larger for me because of the age of the film i was watching.

[WingNut 25]

Been almost 2 weeks now..... keep me posted if you hear anything or get anything. I just sent him a pm as well - Did you get a tracking #?

edit: he was on tonight too - I don't like it when people don't respond to pms about sales...... might just file paypal claim if nothing is received or pms aren't replied to.

Hey guys. Those who haven't gotten their movies yet, know that they are being popped in the mail today. I've had a pretty miserable start to 2008 and I'm dealing with more emotionally at one time than any indivdual should have to. I apologize for the delay but just know your movies will be on their way in a couple of hours. Take care.

[Tuckertank]

Looking to trade some HD for Blu-Ray. PM me if there's anything you're interested in. thanks!

King Kong
Training Day
Bourne Identity
Knocked Up
Casino
Backdraft
The Big Lebowski
Traffic
Red Dragon
The Deer Hunter

[stupidsuck]

I actually found the opposite to be true.I watched Die Hard in HD on Satellite then watched it on Blu Ray and was amazed at the difference.It could be the size and kind of Tv you have or maybe the difference was larger for me because of the age of the film i was watching.

Yea, that's why this surprised me because normally that's how it looks to me, but this time was the opposite.

[GPWYANKEE]

Ill have to check it out.Ive got The Harry Potter Series on HD DVD,Ill watch the HBO version and see what my sorry arse opinion is:o

[stupidsuck]

Ill have to check it out.Ive got The Harry Potter Series on HD DVD,Ill watch the HBO version and see what my sorry arse opinion is:o

Yea let me know beacuse I have a strange feeling that the Blu Ray transfer maybe isn't quite as good as the HD DVD.

I was watching them both at my Brother's on his new Sony 52" kdl 52xbr4 through his PS3 (VIA HDMI) and his HD cablebox.

[ToightLikeATiger]

Carlitos Way and Scent of a Woman are my favorite Pacino films.Tremendous actor for sure.

Scent of a Women is great. Really enjoy that film as well. I also really like The Recruit and Two For The Money. He is great in both of those as well.

Of course I think he is great in just about anything lol. For my money he is the best actor of my time. But thats just my opinion.

[GPWYANKEE]

Scent of a Women is great. Really enjoy that film as well. I also really like The Recruit and Two For The Money. He is great in both of those as well.

Of course I think he is great in just about anything lol. For my money he is the best actor of my time. But thats just my opinion.

I cant say that i disagree with that statement.He is awesome-Ive nevere hated a single film of his-Even the early ones.

[HollandX]

I cant say that i disagree with that statement.He is awesome-Ive nevere hated a single film of his-Even the early ones.

Have you seen S1m0ne?

[GPWYANKEE]

Have you seen S1m0ne?


I stand corrected:o

[oaktown2000]

Thanks Oaktown(Keith)-Got Deja Vu yesterday.Appreciate the great deal on the flick.:):D

Sorry about the delay in shipping. My schedule doesn't allow time during the week.....so I have to make sure I get down to the shipping place on a Saturday.....and I was busy looking at houses the first Saturday. That's why I refunded you and Kawai partial payments.



Got my latest BOGO from Amazon (Blood Diamond/Full Metal Jacket-remastered) and my deal from Johnnyknoxville (Edward Scissorhands/Apocolypto) yesterday. Had zero time to watch any of them though :o I'm starting to fall behind on my "viewings". Still haven't even made it through the second Potter film.

[imaginegrafix]

Hey guys. Those who haven't gotten their movies yet, know that they are being popped in the mail today. I've had a pretty miserable start to 2008 and I'm dealing with more emotionally at one time than any indivdual should have to. I apologize for the delay but just know your movies will be on their way in a couple of hours. Take care.

Sorry to hear - hope things turn around for 'ya.

[GPWYANKEE]

Sorry about the delay in shipping. My schedule doesn't allow time during the week.....so I have to make sure I get down to the shipping place on a Saturday.....and I was busy looking at houses the first Saturday. That's why I refunded you and Kawai partial payments.



Got my latest BOGO from Amazon (Blood Diamond/Full Metal Jacket-remastered) and my deal from Johnnyknoxville (Edward Scissorhands/Apocolypto) yesterday. Had zero time to watch any of them though :o I'm starting to fall behind on my "viewings". Still haven't even made it through the second Potter film.


Apocalypto is amazing on Blu Ray-Was one of the first films i bought on Blu Ray.Thanks a ton for the deal.

[PrimeBane]

I Am Legend on BD March 18th, HD DVD April 8th

http://www.dvdtown.com/news/i-am-legend-on-dvd-hd-dvd-and-blu-ray/5129

[GPWYANKEE]

I Am Legend on BD March 18th, HD DVD April 8th

http://www.dvdtown.com/news/i-am-legend-on-dvd-hd-dvd-and-blu-ray/5129


Oh Yeah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[JaylisJayP]

Well my Toshiba 5-Free HD DVDs are prOcessing, as the lady said. She told me they've had the request for 8 weeks and 3 days, and that they should be going out shortly.

Whatever that means.

[burngwngs]

I Am Legend on BD March 18th, HD DVD April 8th

http://www.dvdtown.com/news/i-am-legend-on-dvd-hd-dvd-and-blu-ray/5129

AWESOME NEWS.:cool:

[JaylisJayP]

I Am Legend on BD March 18th, HD DVD April 8th

http://www.dvdtown.com/news/i-am-legend-on-dvd-hd-dvd-and-blu-ray/5129

Guess I'm getting it on blu-ray, as with all the Warner movies from here on...I'm not exactly the kind of patient person to wait 3 weeks if I don't have to.

[burngwngs]

Well my Toshiba 5-Free HD DVDs are prOcessing, as the lady said. She told me they've had the request for 8 weeks and 3 days, and that they should be going out shortly.

Whatever that means.

Ha funny, I just got mine in the mail on Friday. I thought they were going to send me the Directors cut of Full Metal Jacket but they didn't. But I'm still happy with the free flicks.

I got:
HULK
Babel
The Frighteners
Full Metal Jacket
Troy: Directors Cut

[PrimeBane]

Guess I'm getting it on blu-ray, as with all the Warner movies from here on...I'm not exactly the kind of patient person to wait 3 weeks if I don't have to.

I'm still not sure what I'm going to do... I still prefer HD DVD and I'd like to support the format and show Warner they didn't make a great decision.

But on the other hand, BD is the safer buy and come out 3 weeks earlier.

Oh well, I guess I have 2 months to decide. :)

[HollandX]

Sony Plans to 'Walk Hard' on Blu-ray

GOOD GOD DAMN on the price!

Sony has set a suggested list price of $43.95 for 'Walk Hard.'

http://www.highdefdigest.com/news/show/Disc_Announcements/Sony/Sony_Plans_to_Walk_Hard_on_Blu-ray/1372

[imaginegrafix]

Sony Plans to 'Walk Hard' on Blu-ray

GOOD GOD DAMN on the price!

Gotta get back that money from the pay out to warner somehow;)

[imaginegrafix]

I'm still not sure what I'm going to do... I still prefer HD DVD and I'd like to support the format and show Warner they didn't make a great decision.

But on the other hand, BD is the safer buy and come out 3 weeks earlier.

Oh well, I guess I have 2 months to decide. :)

Same thing here - I'll probably hold off and go with the hd dvd, I've got a huge stack of movies to watch.

[avsfan21]

Sony Plans to 'Walk Hard' on Blu-ray

GOOD GOD DAMN on the price!



http://www.highdefdigest.com/news/show/Disc_Announcements/Sony/Sony_Plans_to_Walk_Hard_on_Blu-ray/1372

Yeah but if you look at just about any STD DVD the MSRP is like 29.99, so it isnt like they really ever sell for those prices.

[WitchKingOfAngmar]

Yeah but if you look at just about any STD DVD the MSRP is like 29.99, so it isnt like they really ever sell for those prices.

Yep, plus that's still cheaper than the Spider Man 3 MSRP....that sucker was 50 bucks. Again, they hardly ever actually sell for the MSRP but still...

[TrebleX]

anyone know why my new HDTV won't detect my 360's 1080p output but works fine with PS3's 1080p output?

720p looks just fine but I was just curious...

[PrimeBane]

How is the 360 connected to the tv? Component or HDMI?

[avsfan21]

Do you have it set to output at 1080p on the 360 itself?

[freezerfuel]

Anyone in Canada know where to buy the Nyko PS3 Blu-wave remote? I can't find this thing anywhere.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v392/freezerfuel/nyko-bluwave.jpg

[johnnyknoxsvill]

I will wait for the HD-DVD release to show support. The Dewy cox i will get used from my local record store

[PrimeBane]

freezer: Check EBGames... I read on another forum that they finally got some in.

[freezerfuel]

Thanks Prime, I'll check tomorrow.

[Kleptos18]

http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Sony-50-Bravia-E-Series-3LCD-Rear-Projection-HDTV-KDF-50E3000/sem/rpsm/oid/184834/catOid/-12870/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do

this is the tv me and my wife are leaning towards.

What do you guys think/know about it?

I've also noticed it's $100 cheaper on amazon, but with shipping would pry actually end up being pretty close. Will circuit City price match to amazon? Is circuit city worth buying from?

When I do buy my tv, do I buy the protection plan with it through circuit city? (or best buy if i can get it tthere.) Best buy and circuit city are about all I have around me.

One last question :) The blur. Is it horribly noticeable. i noticed on one of the reviews for this tv it's mentioned but i only really saw it on one review. I haven't noticed it on anything in store so i don't think it'd bother me much.

[freezerfuel]

W.t.f, hahaha... I hate to see my beloved HD DVD mocked but this is just hilarious.

http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2008/01/the_downfall_of_hd_dvd_now_available_on_bluray-2.html

:D

[grif32]

http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Sony-50-Bravia-E-Series-3LCD-Rear-Projection-HDTV-KDF-50E3000/sem/rpsm/oid/184834/catOid/-12870/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do

this is the tv me and my wife are leaning towards.

What do you guys think/know about it?

I've also noticed it's $100 cheaper on amazon, but with shipping would pry actually end up being pretty close. Will circuit City price match to amazon? Is circuit city worth buying from?

When I do buy my tv, do I buy the protection plan with it through circuit city? (or best buy if i can get it tthere.) Best buy and circuit city are about all I have around me.

One last question :) The blur. Is it horribly noticeable. i noticed on one of the reviews for this tv it's mentioned but i only really saw it on one review. I haven't noticed it on anything in store so i don't think it'd bother me much.

Most of the time Amazon I thought was free shipping over $25.00

Its a good TV. You will have to replace bulbs in it every 2 - 3 years

Motion Blur on that set is bad. When it comes to watching sports its very hard to do in SD. In HD its alot better but still noticable.

[burngwngs]

Anyone in Canada know where to buy the Nyko PS3 Blu-wave remote? I can't find this thing anywhere.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v392/freezerfuel/nyko-bluwave.jpg

I wouldn't get this anyway. The original one is so much better. You don't have to attach anything to your PS3 and and has a lot more options like, angles, audio options, subtitles, slow mo fwd&rwd, etc. It's much better for your buck.

[GPWYANKEE]

Most of the time Amazon I thought was free shipping over $25.00

Its a good TV. You will have to replace bulbs in it every 2 - 3 years

Motion Blur on that set is bad. When it comes to watching sports its very hard to do in SD. In HD its alot better but still noticable.

The only time Amazon doesnt have free shipping over 25.00 is when the irm is coming directly from a third party.That was the case when i bought my Onkyo Receiver thru them.

[ewto16]

http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Sony-50-Bravia-E-Series-3LCD-Rear-Projection-HDTV-KDF-50E3000/sem/rpsm/oid/184834/catOid/-12870/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do

this is the tv me and my wife are leaning towards.

What do you guys think/know about it?

I've also noticed it's $100 cheaper on amazon, but with shipping would pry actually end up being pretty close. Will circuit City price match to amazon? Is circuit city worth buying from?

When I do buy my tv, do I buy the protection plan with it through circuit city? (or best buy if i can get it tthere.) Best buy and circuit city are about all I have around me.

One last question :) The blur. Is it horribly noticeable. i noticed on one of the reviews for this tv it's mentioned but i only really saw it on one review. I haven't noticed it on anything in store so i don't think it'd bother me much.

Is that a current model Sony? I thought they were phasing those 3LCD TVs out, but maybe I am wrong. I seem to recall reading something to that effect. I could be totally stupid.

[ewto16]

I find it hillarious that I Am Legend comes out on Blu-ray before HD-DVD. Shows that Warner is more interested in supporting Blu-ray than HD-DVD in the remaining days. Also, shows they have been working on the Blu-ray release ahead of time, or else it wouldn't really be ready on day and date.

Sadly, I think my wife has banned me from buying this movie. She didn't like a certain part and was very upset by it.

[stupidsuck]

W.t.f, hahaha... I hate to see my beloved HD DVD mocked but this is just hilarious.

http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2008/01/the_downfall_of_hd_dvd_now_available_on_bluray-2.html

:D

that is brilliantly done:D

[burngwngs]

I find it hillarious that I Am Legend comes out on Blu-ray before HD-DVD. Shows that Warner is more interested in supporting Blu-ray than HD-DVD in the remaining days. Also, shows they have been working on the Blu-ray release ahead of time, or else it wouldn't really be ready on day and date.

Sadly, I think my wife has banned me from buying this movie. She didn't like a certain part and was very upset by it.

ooooo what part was that? pm me if it's a spoiler.:D

[civictyperboy]

Sony's E3000 line is the new line of RPTV, if you could I would suggest the A3000 line, the SXRD technology is a lot better it is noticeable, I used to sell those things all the time...as far as a service plan the only thing I believe that is not covered is a bulb, however at CC they cover you for 1 BULB, but you are really paying for it when you buy the service plan...even though I do not work for them anymore Sony Style online you can purchase a service plan and a bulb for a lot less than you would from CC (Sony doesn't cover the bulb)

[ToightLikeATiger]

I have Knocked Up HD-DVD for sale $20dlvd. It is opened but viewed only once. If interested PM me. :)

[GPWYANKEE]

Any word on a Blu Ray Boxed set of the first 4 Saw Movies like they did with Resident Evil?

[JaylisJayP]

i don't think they are....at least I haven't heard anything about it and the release date is pretty close.

[JaylisJayP]

On a related note, highdefdigest's Saw IV review is up. Guess he didn't like the movie.

http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/1256/sawiv.html

[burngwngs]

I guess they won't since there might be a part 5. And don't say there won't be a part 5 because everyone said there wasn't going to be a part 4 and BOOM!!!!!!!!!

[HollandX]

I wouldn't get this anyway. The original one is so much better. You don't have to attach anything to your PS3 and and has a lot more options like, angles, audio options, subtitles, slow mo fwd&rwd, etc. It's much better for your buck.

we specifically want that one for the thing you have to attach to the PS3. we want IR capability so we can use a universal remote.

[HollandX]

Is that a current model Sony? I thought they were phasing those 3LCD TVs out, but maybe I am wrong. I seem to recall reading something to that effect. I could be totally stupid.

Yeah Sony is no longer making RPTVs. RPTVs are a dying breed. Everyone wants flat. I doubt we'll see many more RPTVs after this year.

[GPWYANKEE]

On a related note, highdefdigest's Saw IV review is up. Guess he didn't like the movie.

http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/1256/sawiv.html


I read that-I liked the movie and the review says the audio and video are topnotch-Good enough for me.

[GPWYANKEE]

Anybody got the first three for sale??;)

[PrimeBane]

I find it hillarious that I Am Legend comes out on Blu-ray before HD-DVD. Shows that Warner is more interested in supporting Blu-ray than HD-DVD in the remaining days. Also, shows they have been working on the Blu-ray release ahead of time, or else it wouldn't really be ready on day and date.


Actually speculation on this is 2 fold:

1. The deal with the BDA requires them to release the BD version first.
2. Warner doesn't want to be embarassed should the HD DVD version outsell the BD version.

Make no mistake, Warner would have preferred to go HD DVD (and would have if Fox hadn't backed out at the last minute), but for the good of mass adoption decided to go Blu.

[Kleptos18]

Sony's E3000 line is the new line of RPTV, if you could I would suggest the A3000 line, the SXRD technology is a lot better it is noticeable, I used to sell those things all the time...as far as a service plan the only thing I believe that is not covered is a bulb, however at CC they cover you for 1 BULB, but you are really paying for it when you buy the service plan...even though I do not work for them anymore Sony Style online you can purchase a service plan and a bulb for a lot less than you would from CC (Sony doesn't cover the bulb)

so in the a3000 would the motion blur be less noticeable?

[PrimeBane]

we specifically want that one for the thing you have to attach to the PS3. we want IR capability so we can use a universal remote.

+1

My biggest beef with the PS3 is it's lack of IR port. That was a real oversight on Sony's part considering they want it to be a media hub.

[imaginegrafix]

Actually speculation on this is 2 fold:

1. The deal with the BDA requires them to release the BD version first.
2. Warner doesn't want to be embarassed should the HD DVD version outsell the BD version.

Make no mistake, Warner would have preferred to go HD DVD (and would have if Fox hadn't backed out at the last minute), but for the good of mass adoption decided to go Blu.

Yeah, there is no question if they stayed neutral they would come out at the same time.

I also read that Warner has an out clause if certain disc sales numbers aren't met - I really like the fact that tosh isn't just throwing in the towel, they are still going for mass adoption with the cheap player prices. As long as they have uni/para in their corner it's far from over.

[civictyperboy]

you wouldn't notice blur that much on an RPTV, their response time is fantastic, the A3000 has your 120hz which I would turn off anyway, I just prefer the SXRD over the the 3LCD, as far as the first 3 Saw movies I do own them and I do not watch them so shoot a pm over

[WitchKingOfAngmar]

+1

My biggest beef with the PS3 is it's lack of IR port. That was a real oversight on Sony's part considering they want it to be a media hub.

There's no oversight about it. How else could they MAKE people buy THEIR remote if it could work with any old, IR, universal remote?

[civictyperboy]

Man I just went out and spent 10 bucks on that nyco remote and programmed it into my universal remote, the only downside is I can't turn it on, but I figured you would need to get up anyway to put a movie in

[PrimeBane]

Well, at least 1 Canadian dealer is following the Toshiba HD DVD pricing.

London Drugs has the A3 for $149.99 and the A30 for $199.99
And for those with deaper pockets, the XA2 for $699.99

[Hartigan'sCannon]

Hey Kleptos I own the 50E3000 and as beautiful a tv as it is I myself would recommend the A3000 its CNETS RPTV of the year. It supports true 24p and has 3 hdmi inputs which is really important these days.

[HollandX]

W.t.f, hahaha... I hate to see my beloved HD DVD mocked but this is just hilarious.

http://www.gizmodo.com.au/2008/01/the_downfall_of_hd_dvd_now_available_on_bluray-2.html

:D

funniest. video. ever.

[CoachB]

Seems like no one wants to give up or pick a format. Why don't all the studios make the movies in both formats, and let those who have Blu-Ray and those who have HD-DVD buy and collect the ones they want. If either one bows out, the only real losers are gonna be us consumers, who have already purchased players, game machines and software to entertain us. I mean hardly anyone has a BetaMax machine, and probably in the next couple of years no one will have a VHS. I remember the 1st time I went to buy a VHS player with Hi-Fi sound and they were $1000 to start. Now who won when DVD's came out? NOT US, alot of people were out 1000's of dollars on a VHS/VCR and all those movies.
I know I just got a blu ray player for xmas, and I have a few movies already. And I will be p i dbl ss ed off, if it goes under!
As I'm sure those with HD DVD will be too. And there are lots movies I would like to have that I can't simply because we have to have 2 formats?? Well I for one cannot afford both players. Looking back It seems alot easier to just buy the DVD's and the only thing I had to worry about was Full or Wide screen...

[JaylisJayP]

I guess they won't since there might be a part 5. And don't say there won't be a part 5 because everyone said there wasn't going to be a part 4 and BOOM!!!!!!!!!

i think Tobin Bell is actually signed through 6. Can't remember where I saw it.

[PrimeBane]

Does anyone here have the Toshiba A35 or XA2 and use the 5.1 Channel Analog Audio Output?

If you do, how's the lossless sound?

[JaylisJayP]

funniest. video. ever.

that video is hilarious...and if you've seen the movie it's even funnier how close they get on some of the lines.

[ewto16]

I really wish I had more to contribute to this thread. I always feel like such a total spectator.

[GPWYANKEE]

I really wish I had more to contribute to this thread. I always feel like such a total spectator.

I feel your pain:(Im on the outside looking in myself most the time but i do enjoy the techi banter.

[TastySweetNutz]

I really wish I had more to contribute to this thread. I always feel like such a total spectator.

Same here bro. I come to this thread to get the latest on BOGO's and a few opinions on movies. As far as the tech stuff goes, I'd understand Greek more than this stuff.

[grif32]

I really wish I had more to contribute to this thread. I always feel like such a total spectator.

Who cares. This thread is great for people who just want to share how much they love HD, Talk about a movie or just chat about upcoming deals..

Enjoy this thread because anywhere else its like a bunch of wild dogs on a 3 legged cat..

Chris

[JaylisJayP]

Who cares. This thread is great for people who just want to share how much they love HD, Talk about a movie or just chat about upcoming deals..

Enjoy this thread because anywhere else its like a bunch of wild dogs on a 3 legged cat..

Chris

agreed, I'm so glad this thread has stayed relatively civil throughout the format war.

[imaginegrafix]

I actually enjoy this thread more than AVS or HighDefDigest - it's kinda like switzerland over here.

[Kleptos18]

ok, so i'm looking at a couple samsungs now :)

What's the diff in these two tvs?

http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-HLT5087SAX-Slim-Engine-1080p/dp/B000N50RLO/ref=pd_bbs_2?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1200534986&sr=1-2

http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-HLT5076S-UltraSlim-1080p-HDTV/dp/B000N4Z39G/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1200534986&sr=1-1

i'm leaning towards the first one of these two, and actually thinking maybe that one instead of the sony.

Sorry to keep bothering you guys :) This is a huge purchase for us and I want to get it right.

[Hartigan'sCannon]

Kleptos check out the KDS50A3000 on Amazon. Trust me man.

[ToightLikeATiger]

I have Knocked Up HD-DVD for sale $19dlvd. It is opened but viewed only once. If interested PM me. I accept Paypal

[PrimeBane]

ok, so i'm looking at a couple samsungs now :)

What's the diff in these two tvs?

http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-HLT5087SAX-Slim-Engine-1080p/dp/B000N50RLO/ref=pd_bbs_2?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1200534986&sr=1-2

http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-HLT5076S-UltraSlim-1080p-HDTV/dp/B000N4Z39G/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1200534986&sr=1-1

i'm leaning towards the first one of these two, and actually thinking maybe that one instead of the sony.

Sorry to keep bothering you guys :) This is a huge purchase for us and I want to get it right.

Honestly... I'd say abandon the DLP and look at plasmas instead. They tend to be a better all around tv.

[freezerfuel]

we specifically want that one for the thing you have to attach to the PS3. we want IR capability so we can use a universal remote.

Yep, that's why I want that one. Still no luck finding one locally and I hate ordering online for this kind of stuff.


Best Buy Canada has a rack of about 20 different titled Blu-rays... Buy 2, get $10 off so I picked up First Blood and Dawn of the Dead original.

Also picked up

Total Recall BD
Young Guns BD
Twilight Zone HD DVD

I posted back a few pages my HD DVD 5 free offer was refused because I sent in a photocopy instead of the original UPC. I actually threw out the box I guess... which I don't remember doing but whatever. Anyway I called them yesterday and the dude there told me he'll force the order through and I'll still get them... thought that was pretty decent of them.

Also sent away for my 5 free BD's

The Prestige
Full Metal Jacket (wanted the new version but the other 2 options I already own on HD DVD)
American Psycho
SWAT
Species

That 5 free BD expires at the end of this month, I wonder if there will be a new one after.

[Hartigan'sCannon]

Plasmas are great and all but nothing beats an SXRD if you like a rear projection.

[IceRat]

Also sent away for my 5 free BD's

Full Metal Jacket (wanted the new version but the other 2 options I already own on HD DVD)

That 5 free BD expires at the end of this month, I wonder if there will be a new one after.
don't worry I sent away back in November and got the new remastered version
and I'm sure without doubt there will be a new promo for 5 free discs when the current one expires at the end of this month

[avsfan21]

I am wondering if it is worth it to get the 80 gig version of the PS3 or not.

[latonthesnake]

Honestly... I'd say abandon the DLP and look at plasmas instead. They tend to be a better all around tv.

Not if you're going to put any serious time video gaming on it. I would highly suggest a model with a LED light source as opposed to the standard lamp, it gets really expensive after a while to continuously have to pump $200 into your television( one every 1-1/2 to 2 years.)

[IceRat]

YAWN

Circuit City Prices 1/20/08-1/26/08

Blu-Ray:

Buy 2 get 1 free:

$24.99

Donnie Brasco
SWAT
Into the Blue
Wild Things
Vertical Limit
Layer Cake
Hellboy
A Knights Tale
Kung Fu Hustle
XXX
Cruel Intentions
Bram Stoker's Dracula
Black Hawk Down
Curse of the Golden Flower
The Patriot
The Fifth Element
Resident Evil Apocalypse
A Few Good Men
Hostel
House of Flying Daggers
Memento
Stealth
Hitch
Tears of the Sun
Final fantasy: The spirit Within

******************************************************

HD-DVD:

Buy 2 save $10:

$29.99

The Bourne Ultimatum
Transformers
Shooter
The Kingdom
MI 3
Smokin Aces
King Kong
Flags of our Fathers
Shrek the Third
The Heartbreak Kid
I now Pronounce you Chuck and Larry
Knocked Up Unrated
Blades of Glory
Hot Fuzz

[PrimeBane]

Plasmas are great and all but nothing beats an SXRD if you like a rear projection.

Talk to anyone that installs... nothing compares to a plasma's picture. Rear projection is fine, but the picture tends to be dark and the viewing angles are brutal.

Not if you're going to put any serious time video gaming on it. I would highly suggest a model with a LED light source as opposed to the standard lamp, it gets really expensive after a while to continuously have to pump $200 into your television( one every 1-1/2 to 2 years.)

If you're reffering to burn in, it's total none factor... any gaming, serious or otherwise can be done on any new plasma with no worries.

[Hartigan'sCannon]

First off I will give you viewing angles but rear projections can be plenty bright.

[PrimeBane]

Put any rear projection side by side with a plasma... it's like night and day.

[JaylisJayP]

wow, weak. They'll never liquidate their HD DVD inventory like that ;)

YAWN

Circuit City Prices 1/20/08-1/26/08

Blu-Ray:

Buy 2 get 1 free:

$24.99

Donnie Brasco
SWAT
Into the Blue
Wild Things
Vertical Limit
Layer Cake
Hellboy
A Knights Tale
Kung Fu Hustle
XXX
Cruel Intentions
Bram Stoker's Dracula
Black Hawk Down
Curse of the Golden Flower
The Patriot
The Fifth Element
Resident Evil Apocalypse
A Few Good Men
Hostel
House of Flying Daggers
Memento
Stealth
Hitch
Tears of the Sun
Final fantasy: The spirit Within

******************************************************

HD-DVD:

Buy 2 save $10:

$29.99

The Bourne Ultimatum
Transformers
Shooter
The Kingdom
MI 3
Smokin Aces
King Kong
Flags of our Fathers
Shrek the Third
The Heartbreak Kid
I now Pronounce you Chuck and Larry
Knocked Up Unrated
Blades of Glory
Hot Fuzz

[IceRat]

more YAWNage....

Best Buy next week

BUY SAW 4 ON BLU RAY DISC
WITH ANY 1 OF THESE 3 BLU RAY MOVIES FOR $45

310 TO YUMA
GOOD LUCK CHUCK
WAR



$10 gift card with purchase of any 2 Blu below
$25 gift card with purchase of any 3 Blu below

$29.99 each
Happy Feet
Underdog
Surfs Up
Rat
300
SM3
Wild Hogs
Superbad
Talladega Nights
Oceans 13
Apocalypto
POTC AWE

[JaylisJayP]

man these new deals suck. and why are they so restrictive?

[PrimeBane]

We all knew the deals would go away once Warner made their announcement. :(

I'd be surprise if we see another bogo by March.

[latonthesnake]

Put any rear projection side by side with a plasma... it's like night and day.

I have, I used to have a plasma but traded over to a Mitsubishi DLP because the picture was a great deal smoother. Plasma is like the gray goose of the television world, it's not better it's just flashier and endorsed by MTV.
as far as burn in goes, I'm currently in the market for a new television and have been reading quite a few manuals, all the plasma ones still say keep video gaming under X. amount of hours a week due to burn in, although in practice it may not be a big deal anymore I still don't like those odds on something that expensive.

[IceRat]

We all knew the deals would go away once Warner made their announcement. :(

I'd be surprise if we see another bogo by March.
I'm pretty certain the titles plugged into a circular for next week were predetermined well before the Warner announcement
These ads/solicitations are put together weeks in advance

there just aren't enough titles out there right now to be able to do much new and exciting..... I'm sure Amazon will continue to try and offer the best discount/BOGO type deals as they seem to be the beneficiary of the HDM sales since they can be a lot less restrictive than b&m when it comes to space

[freezerfuel]

I never did get the chance to see The Simpsons Movie at the theatre but I watched it last night on BD and I gotta say the picture was awesome... it almost looked 3D-ish with the characters popping out of the screen. Pretty happy with my first BD purchase. I thought the movie itself was good too, maybe a little short but that's about it.

[freezerfuel]

don't worry I sent away back in November and got the new remastered version

Nice, hope I get the same.

[grif32]

I have, I used to have a plasma but traded over to a Mitsubishi DLP because the picture was a great deal smoother. Plasma is like the gray goose of the television world, it's not better it's just flashier and endorsed by MTV.
as far as burn in goes, I'm currently in the market for a new television and have been reading quite a few manuals, all the plasma ones still say keep video gaming under X. amount of hours a week due to burn in, although in practice it may not be a big deal anymore I still don't like those odds on something that expensive.

DLP does not hold a candle to a Plasma Sorry...

Plasma's are alot better. Better blacks, better viewing angle, Better overall PQ and no bulbs to replace every 2 - 3 years.

I have had my plasma for over 5 years with ZERO burn in issue's while gaming. So I know the current one's are just that much better.

Also its not really Burn in but more image retention which goes away.

[Thee Ultimate Collector]

DLP does not hold a candle to a Plasma Sorry...

Plasma's are alot better. Better blacks, better viewing angle, Better overall PQ and no bulbs to replace every 2 - 3 years.

I have had my plasma for over 5 years with ZERO burn in issue's while gaming. So I know the current one's are just that much better.

Also its not really Burn in but more image retention which goes away.

do you have any solid proof?...because the last time I checked, many professional reviewers would disagree with your comment...especially about plasma's

[GPWYANKEE]

Ive got solid proof-I own a Panasonic Highend Plasma and My Parents own a Highend DLP.The plasma has a much stronger picture all the way around in my opinion.Ive played the same movie thru the same player thru the same HDMI Cables so im pretty sure i was getting a decent comparison.

[ToightLikeATiger]

I have Knocked Up HD-DVD for sale $19dlvd. It is opened but viewed only once. If interested PM me. I accept Paypal

ttt

[GPWYANKEE]

Man those new deals are crapola for sure-Kinda of nice(Can save some cash now)

[TheRedOx]

Got the Onkyo 605 and my new JBL speakers yesterday, dramatic improvement over the old Onkyo HTIB!! I'll try to take pictures tonight, I've still got bags and boxes all over the LR. I missed signing for the receiver from the UPS guy on Tues. so, of course, I called in sick to work yesterday (Oooh my stomach ;) ) to sign for it and the speakers which also came yesterday. Spent a couple hours hooking everything up, took a couple trips to Menard's to fashion some speaker stands together for the fronts and get screws/anchors to mount the rears on the wall.
I'm actually still waiting for an HDMI cable from Monoprice to really get the most out of the system so hopefully that comes today, I need to order another one too actually - one for the DirecTV HD-DVR, one for the A2.

[GPWYANKEE]

Got the Onkyo 605 and my new JBL speakers yesterday, dramatic improvement over the old Onkyo HTIB!! I'll try to take pictures tonight, I've still got bags and boxes all over the LR. I missed signing for the receiver from the UPS guy on Tues. so, of course, I called in sick to work yesterday (Oooh my stomach ;) ) to sign for it and the speakers which also came yesterday. Spent a couple hours hooking everything up, took a couple trips to Menard's to fashion some speaker stands together for the fronts and get screws/anchors to mount the rears on the wall.
I'm actually still waiting for an HDMI cable from Monoprice to really get the most out of the system so hopefully that comes today, I need to order another one too actually - one for the DirecTV HD-DVR, one for the A2.


You should love the Onkyo.Im on my third one and have been thrilled.Ive got the Onkyo TXSR 805 and its amazing.

[Jerlem11]

I have to agree with all the plasma supports. Last year we did alot of research and viewing of display models. Were initially were looking at rear projections because you can get alot of TV for the money. When we saw the viewing angles (even on the SXRDs) and lack of brightness, we said no.

Then it was between LCD or Plasma and we decided Plasma. From everything we looked and all the reviews we read, the plasma's color was much richer and the contrast ratio for blacks we so much better. We ended up with the 50" Pioneer Plasma and anyone that comes over that has any other HDTV technology is amazed at our picture quality and how much nicer it is.

[ewto16]

ok, so i'm looking at a couple samsungs now :)

What's the diff in these two tvs?

http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-HLT5087SAX-Slim-Engine-1080p/dp/B000N50RLO/ref=pd_bbs_2?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1200534986&sr=1-2

http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-HLT5076S-UltraSlim-1080p-HDTV/dp/B000N4Z39G/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1200534986&sr=1-1

i'm leaning towards the first one of these two, and actually thinking maybe that one instead of the sony.

Sorry to keep bothering you guys :) This is a huge purchase for us and I want to get it right.

I have a Sony A2000 and MUCH preferred it over the Samsung when I was looking at TVs. I'm not a fan of DLP technology. I don't think it produces a very good picture overall. It doesn't render 1080p either. It fakes out the resolution using wobulation.

If I had the opportunity now, I would probably buy a plasma. At the time I bought my TV, I couldn't get a 1080p plasma over 50" in my price range.

[ewto16]

DLP isn't as good as plasma. It is just a fact. Any home video site of quality will tell you this.

[GPWYANKEE]

DLP in my opinion isnt much better then the Projection sets.My Sony projection had just as nice a picture as most DLPs ive seen.

[grif32]

do you have any solid proof?...because the last time I checked, many professional reviewers would disagree with your comment...especially about plasma's

I have compared many Plasma's and DLP's side by side and IMO there is no comparison. The Plasma wins hands down.

If you want proof just go compare them yourself..

I am not sure what they would say about plasma's?? Everywhere I have read they list TV's in this order:

Plasma
LCD
DLP

[GPWYANKEE]

Grif talked me into spending way over my price range when i bought my plasma but i cant say i havent loved it every day since ive gotten it.

My Panasonic is the TH-50PZ700U and it is mind blowing.

Also for those of you without a Hrmony Remote-Get one.Its the cats arse for sure.

[PrimeBane]

DLP vs Plasma
http://www.dlptvreview.com/dlptv/plasmatelevision.html

Top tvs of 2007 from Cnet (6 plasmas, 3 LCD, 1 RPTV)
http://reviews.cnet.com/4370-6485_7-168-101.html?tag=prmo1

[Hanky Panky]

Does anyone know if that new MacBook Air will support HD movies? I know it doesn't have a built-in optical drive so...

[PrimeBane]

Providing the display is HDCP compliant, then yes, it should even without an HD optical drive.

[PrimeBane]

I AM BEOWULF! :D

http://www.highdefdigest.com/images/post/4/4936/original.jpeg

http://www.highdefdigest.com/news/show/DreamWorks/High-Def_Disc_Packaging/Disc_Announcements/DreamWorks_Unveils_Specs,_Box_Art_for_Beowulf_HD_DVD/1381

[Hanky Panky]

Cool...I realize the screen is only 13" but what a light-weight alternative to other traveling dvd players on the market right now.

[PrimeBane]

Master and Commander delayed on BD again

http://www.highdefdigest.com/news/show/Fox/Street_Date_Changes/Fox_Delays_Master_&_Commander_Blu-ray_(Again)/1376

Personally, I wish they'd just toss this movie back into the vault and find some better flicks to release on BD.

[JaylisJayP]

Master and Commander delayed on BD again

http://www.highdefdigest.com/news/show/Fox/Street_Date_Changes/Fox_Delays_Master_&_Commander_Blu-ray_(Again)/1376

Personally, I wish they'd just toss this movie back into the vault and find some better flicks to release on BD.

this was actually a really good movie, but it's funny they're excuse is they're holding it for the "father's day" bundle that includes, among others, Mrs. Doubtfire.

Yeah, that's what every blu-ray enthusiast wants for Father's Day...Mrs. Doubtfire. :rolleyes:

[GPWYANKEE]

I AM BEOWULF! :D

http://www.highdefdigest.com/images/post/4/4936/original.jpeg

http://www.highdefdigest.com/news/show/DreamWorks/High-Def_Disc_Packaging/Disc_Announcements/DreamWorks_Unveils_Specs,_Box_Art_for_Beowulf_HD_DVD/1381



I cant wait for this one

[GPWYANKEE]

this was actually a really good movie, but it's funny they're excuse is they're holding it for the "father's day" bundle that includes, among others, Mrs. Doubtfire.

Yeah, that's what every blu-ray enthusiast wants for Father's Day...Mrs. Doubtfire. :rolleyes:


I loved Master and Commander also-:oI also love Mrs Doubtfire:o

[PrimeBane]

Maybe I missed something in M&C... I went in with pretty high expectation.

[ToightLikeATiger]

I have Knocked Up HD-DVD for sale $19dlvd. It is opened but viewed only once. If interested PM me. I accept Paypal

off to work bump...someone must want this!

[PrimeBane]

I'd buy it if I didn't already have it. :(

[HollandX]

Maybe I missed something in M&C... I went in with pretty high expectation.


It was excruciatingly boring. I knew a bunch of people who bought on DVD back then as it was a dream audio reference disc.

[HollandX]

off to work bump...someone must want this!

already have it. :cool:

[WitchKingOfAngmar]

To hell with Master and Commander, I just want some TINY ITTY BITTY info on a POSSIBLE MAYBE BALLPARK area of when we might see the Lord of the Rings movies....

[WitchKingOfAngmar]

off to work bump...someone must want this!

If my life ever slowed down enough to give me a few extra minutes to re-set a paypal account, I'd totally take it.

[PrimeBane]

It was excruciatingly boring.

Good... I wasn't the only one then :)

[PrimeBane]

To hell with Master and Commander, I just want some TINY ITTY BITTY info on a POSSIBLE MAYBE BALLPARK area of when we might see the Lord of the Rings movies....

Keep your fingers crossed for sometime this year... unfortunately, it will probably be the theatrical versions. :(

Although with the room on a BD and seemless branching, there's no reason why they couldn't put both versions on the same disk.

[johnnyknoxsvill]

^^ Fox will release that after and charge us $69msrp on it, then delay it for 8 months. Its only a matter of days before we see they have delayed ID4 again. I give the big middle finger to Fox. Im glad they didnt go HD exclusive

[HollandX]

I AM BEOWULF! :D

http://www.highdefdigest.com/images/post/4/4936/original.jpeg

http://www.highdefdigest.com/news/show/DreamWorks/High-Def_Disc_Packaging/Disc_Announcements/DreamWorks_Unveils_Specs,_Box_Art_for_Beowulf_HD_DVD/1381

Never seen. Want to.

[TheRedOx]

I'd be curious how the audio is on M&C considering it's widely regarded as reference material on SD DVD.

O.T., sorta - If you have DirecTV you can now schedule your DVR while you're away. The feature is a little wonky still today but I think it's cool as hell. There's a mobile app/site for it too - m.directv.com
Being able to record a show at my house while I'm away at work and I can do it from iPod Touch - come on - that's pretty damn cool.
**I was just looking for the link that describes the above but, apparently, it's been pulled. File in the "Not yet ready for primetime" category I guess....

[GPWYANKEE]

off to work bump...someone must want this!

If i didnt have it id be all over it

[latonthesnake]

DLP vs Plasma
http://www.dlptvreview.com/dlptv/plasmatelevision.html

Top tvs of 2007 from Cnet (6 plasmas, 3 LCD, 1 RPTV)
http://reviews.cnet.com/4370-6485_7-168-101.html?tag=prmo1

Thank you for providing technical specs as opposed to saying it is so simply because I say it is so (like some other board members:rolleyes:).
one thing I keep coming back to though, and this is probably my viewing preference, is the clarity of picture. It has been my experience that DLP produces a much smoother moving image then plasma, I know this is due to warbling but that seems to work in its favor. even last year's high-end plasmas produce a noticeable amount of digital static, I am often at Circuit City or Best Buy and while viewing the plasmas think to myself Ugh it doesn't look as organic as I would like. I certainly will not debate plasma has a brighter image, but that hasn't been as big an issue to me as clarity.
As far as viewing angle goes, My Mitsubishi can be seen from anywhere in the room that would be comfortable to sit and watch a movie, but I have seen other sets where if you're not dead on you lose the whole picture, so I think that one's on a TV by TV bases.

I am in the market currently for a new TV and open to being swayed, so ( and this goes out to anyone here) what in your opinion is the best plasma TV on the market right now, and keep in mind that I often have movie night (5 to 10 people) at my house so I like to watch things big, But have no intention of spending as much as car.

[JaylisJayP]

^^^ I don't know what the latest model is, but I think without go the Pioneer route (the most expensive), the Panasonic plasma TV is pretty much unbeatable. It blows everything else I've seen away in terms of picture quality.

[PrimeBane]

latonthesnake: One thing I have found in the last few years is that people tend to view these tvs differently. So while plasma does tend to give the best viewing experience for most, that's not always true for the rest. The best thing you can do is view the tvs for yourself in store and at friends and family (providing they own one) and make your own decision. If you find RPtvs look the best to you, then buy that. :) The most important thing for anyone buying an HDtv is to be happy with their purchase.

As for plasmas, if you can afford one, the first ones to look at will always be the Pioneers. Especially the Kuro line. If you find them to be too pricey, Panasonic is generally your next best bet followed by Samsung.

Since you have movie nights often, you might want to consider looking at an HD projector. If you don't mind a 720p resolution, there are many good quality LCD and DLP projectors hovering around the $1000 mark (less if on sale). Unfotunately they do come with their own unique problems (bulb life being the biggest) and you'll want to buy a screen in time, but there is a certain "wow" factor in watching a movie in HD on a 100" screen. :D

[HollandX]

Providing the display is HDCP compliant, then yes, it should even without an HD optical drive.

/tangent

i can't believe it has no eithernet port

/tangent

[freezerfuel]

I am in the market currently for a new TV and open to being swayed, so ( and this goes out to anyone here) what in your opinion is the best plasma TV on the market right now, and keep in mind that I often have movie night (5 to 10 people) at my house so I like to watch things big, But have no intention of spending as much as car.

Sounds like you need a projector. If you have a receiver and plan on putting your display in the basement I'd go that way.

[latonthesnake]

Sounds like you need a projector. If you have a receiver and plan on putting your display in the basement I'd go that way.

I'm actually going to be getting one of those for the bedroom, giving my wife and I date night without, inconsiderate theater patrons or having to get a babysitter:D. but movie night usually consists of drinking playing the wii/PlayStation 3/Xbox 360, watching movies and or Battle Star Galactica ( Not to mention we have a huge window in our living room).

[PrimeBane]

Beowulf HD DVD preorder up on amazon.com
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0011QC9U6

[GPWYANKEE]

Beowulf HD DVD preorder up on amazon.com
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0011QC9U6


Pricey little bugger

[Hanky Panky]

You might hold off on that pre-order folks...I imagine we'll see store exclusives with this release, like a lithographic, McFarlane toy or bonus disc at your typical retail stores.

[GPWYANKEE]

I wouldnt doubt it

[WitchKingOfAngmar]

^^ Fox will release that after and charge us $69msrp on it, then delay it for 8 months. Its only a matter of days before we see they have delayed ID4 again. I give the big middle finger to Fox. Im glad they didnt go HD exclusive

Well part of the reason they almost went HD is because of the manufacturing issues they were having with BR discs.

[PrimeBane]

Pricey little bugger

'Tis typical Paramount/Dreamworks new release pricing.

You might hold off on that pre-order folks...I imagine we'll see store exclusives with this release, like a lithographic, McFarlane toy or bonus disc at your typical retail stores.

Are they doing that now in the US for the HD releases? I've only ever seen the bonus offers for the DVD versions.

[GPWYANKEE]

'Tis typical Paramount/Dreamworks new release pricing.



Are they doing that now in the US for the HD releases? I've only ever seen the bonus offers for the DVD versions.


I havent seen any bonus offers ever with HD Dvds here in NewYork.

[Hanky Panky]

Are they doing that now in the US for the HD releases? I've only ever seen the bonus offers for the DVD versions.

When I grabbed Transformers at Circuit City during its release, they gave me a free baseball cap as part of the promotion. Course I always ask and the clerks normally oblige to any offers like that, unless it's a bonus disc packaged on the outside.

[JaylisJayP]

You might hold off on that pre-order folks...I imagine we'll see store exclusives with this release, like a lithographic, McFarlane toy or bonus disc at your typical retail stores.


I saw a few of the McFarlane Beowulf figures at FYE today....they look pretty cool. I might get the Beowulf, only thing holding me off was they had it priced at $16.99.

As for the HD DVD, it's sad that this is the only exclusive HD DVD on my radar that I want to buy in the first quarter on 2008 (unless I'm missing something), but I likely will get it, even if I have to spend $30.

[PrimeBane]

No Bee Movie or American Gangster for you Jay?

Universal is supposed to make an announcement before long about their HD DVD releases.

[Hanky Panky]

I saw a few of the McFarlane Beowulf figures at FYE today....they look pretty cool. I might get the Beowulf, only thing holding me off was they had it priced at $16.99.

That is a bit high for one figure...my local Walmart has the series out for $9.99 each so you might give 'em a shot.

[Thee Ultimate Collector]

"Keep in mind that true HDTV resolution can't be found in plasma TVs smaller than 50 inches. ".....is this still true?..it came from www.hdtvexpert.com's Peter H. Putman

[grif32]

Thank you for providing technical specs as opposed to saying it is so simply because I say it is so (like some other board members:rolleyes:).
one thing I keep coming back to though, and this is probably my viewing preference, is the clarity of picture. It has been my experience that DLP produces a much smoother moving image then plasma, I know this is due to warbling but that seems to work in its favor. even last year's high-end plasmas produce a noticeable amount of digital static, I am often at Circuit City or Best Buy and while viewing the plasmas think to myself Ugh it doesn't look as organic as I would like. I certainly will not debate plasma has a brighter image, but that hasn't been as big an issue to me as clarity.
As far as viewing angle goes, My Mitsubishi can be seen from anywhere in the room that would be comfortable to sit and watch a movie, but I have seen other sets where if you're not dead on you lose the whole picture, so I think that one's on a TV by TV bases.

I am in the market currently for a new TV and open to being swayed, so ( and this goes out to anyone here) what in your opinion is the best plasma TV on the market right now, and keep in mind that I often have movie night (5 to 10 people) at my house so I like to watch things big, But have no intention of spending as much as car.

Some of us other Board members know how to use the search button or google ;)

Also I can provide link after link after link about it. But what it comes down to is you getting out and doing the research yourself. (not being rude about it). Just everyone see's things differently. You might hate plasma's but until you really do some homework it wont matter how much Links we provide it wont matter.

Check out the Pioneer Kuro Plasma's top shelf all the way.

Here is a link for the top Plasma's

http://www.smart-review.com/plasma-hdtvs.php

[grif32]

"Keep in mind that true HDTV resolution can't be found in plasma TVs smaller than 50 inches. ".....is this still true?..it came from www.hdtvexpert.com's (http://www.hdtvexpert.com's) Peter H. Putman

What to them is True HDTV resolution?? Kinda funny.

[Thee Ultimate Collector]

What to them is True HDTV resolution?? Kinda funny.

is that a serious question??? 1920 x 1080 would be true - Hi Def..but people that spent thousands of dollars on 1024 x 768 or 1366 x 768 think thats true hi-def...I guess it is Hi-Def...but not the ultimate hi-def

[grif32]

is that a serious question??? 1920 x 1080 would be true - Hi Def..but people that spent thousands of dollars on 1024 x 768 or 1366 x 768 think thats true hi-def...I guess it is Hi-Def...but not the ultimate hi-def

LOL TRUE HD is 1920x1080? So 1080I or 720P is not True HD?

Using the term "True HD" by implication makes it sound like all the rest must somehow be "Fake HD", or "HD Wannabe", or "Amost but not quite HD

[PrimeBane]

"Keep in mind that true HDTV resolution can't be found in plasma TVs smaller than 50 inches. ".....is this still true?..it came from www.hdtvexpert.com's (http://www.hdtvexpert.com's) Peter H. Putman

Yes, but it just happened in the last year.

It's very easy to find 1080p plasmas now. :)

And just because a tv isn't 1080p doesn't mean it's not true high def. HD is anything from 720p to 1080p. 1080p is most often referred to as "Full HD".

[JaylisJayP]

True HD is a true marketing gimmick, imo.

[PrimeBane]

Definately a gimmick... especially considering nearly every HDtv television signal is in 720p.

[latonthesnake]

Some of us other Board members know how to use the search button or google ;)

Also I can provide link after link after link about it. But what it comes down to is you getting out and doing the research yourself. (not being rude about it). Just everyone see's things differently. You might hate plasma's but until you really do some homework it wont matter how much Links we provide it wont matter.

Check out the Pioneer Kuro Plasma's top shelf all the way.

Here is a link for the top Plasma's

http://www.smart-review.com/plasma-hdtvs.php

Nothing about any of the posts I made would imply anything other than fact that I did research it myself. as of late I've been reading a great deal of technical websites as well as downloading TV manuals to see the ins and outs of the sets that I'm considering.
If you think one is better and you're going to state it as an absolute fact, it would help better a civilized conversation to back up why.
I myself am fairly tech savvy, but I'm willing to listen to the opinions of others, and I was under the impression that this particular thread was a HD discussion jumping off point.

The nice thing about a web board is that you can dip into the knowledge base of people all across the world, thus extending your own.

[Thee Ultimate Collector]

LOL TRUE HD is 1920x1080? So 1080I or 720P is not True HD?

Using the term "True HD" by implication makes it sound like all the rest must somehow be "Fake HD", or "HD Wannabe", or "Amost but not quite HD

sorry...I should say.....FULL HD...is that better

[SBrooks1]

Last week's sales numbers. Ouch... :D

C'mon Universal and Paramount, the writing is on the wall. You're backing a failed format. Consumers have spoken.

Washington, D.C. (January 17, 2008) -- If this were a boxing match, HD DVD was just knocked down.

Again.

Home Media Magazine reports that Blu-ray last week captured 85 percent of high-def disc sales compared to HD DVD's 15 percent.

Blu-ray discs have consistently outsold HD DVD by a 2-1 margin for the last year, but last week's numbers reflect the greatest disparity yet in the format war.

Even worse for HD DVD, Home Media Magazine writes that the top 10 high-def disc sellers were all Blu-ray. The best-selling HD DVD, The Kingdom, sold just 10 percent as many discs as the best-selling Blu-ray title, 3:10 to Yuma.

The numbers are the first indicator of the damage done to HD DVD by Warner Bros' endorsement of Blu-ray on January 4.

The Warner decision gave Blu-ray a 5-2 'major studio' advantage over HD DVD and prompted widespread speculation that HD DVD can't survive the format war.

Despite HD DVD woes, Paramount and Universal, which still back the format exclusively, are expected to soon announce several new releases.

http://www.tvpredictions.com/hddiscsales011708.htm

[grif32]

Nothing about any of the posts I made would imply anything other than fact that I did research it myself. as of late I've been reading a great deal of technical websites as well as downloading TV manuals to see the ins and outs of the sets that I'm considering.
If you think one is better and you're going to state it as an absolute fact, it would help better a civilized conversation to back up why.
I myself am fairly tech savvy, but I'm willing to listen to the opinions of others, and I was under the impression that this particular thread was a HD discussion jumping off point.

The nice thing about a web board is that you can dip into the knowledge base of people all across the world, thus extending your own.

I did back it why.. I have researched more TV's and installed more dang TV's then I ever wanted to. Just because I didnt post a link doesnt mean its not fact :confused:. If a link will help you determine whats fact and what is not good luck.

This was you posted:

Thank you for providing technical specs as opposed to saying it is so simply because I say it is so (like some other board members:rolleyes:).

I just found that funny to say just because someone didnt post a link....

You will find a million other links probably saying DLP is better then Plasma's. And vise versa my point is first hand knowledge is more important then what a website has to say.

I have been around TV's a very long time and I posted IMO plasma's are better because of my first hand knowledge of all TV's.

Anyway good luck with your research. All I can say is go to as many stores and hook up as many components as they will let you, play with the settings.

Chris

[Hartigan'sCannon]

The Samsung HP-T5064 is a really great plasma if you like an affordable plasma television.

[grif32]

sorry...I should say.....FULL HD...is that better

No because there is always something better like 1440P on the horizon..

Full HD would mean thats it nothing more its FULL which is not true.

I think the definition of "Full HD" being 1080p started with PS3 hype and then extended to acceptance by other manufacturers

[GPWYANKEE]

Wow-You guys are getting your panties all in a bunch again i see.

Grif-You fargin troublemaker:p;)

[imaginegrafix]

Last week's sales numbers. Ouch... :D

C'mon Universal and Paramount, the writing is on the wall. You're backing a failed format. Consumers have spoken.

No, BDA's/Sony's deep pockets have spoken;)

[CoachB]

No Help??I saw a site on here that had the BR of Hoosiers for $11.99, but now I dont remember. Has anyone seen that movie lately for that price or remember the site?

[grif32]

Wow-You guys are getting your panties all in a bunch again i see.

Grif-You fargin troublemaker:p;)

I know... Not trying to be at all.. Just having some fun with Thee Ultimate Collector thats all.

[grif32]

No Help??

I think it was here but it has gone up since then.

http://blu-rayboxsets.com/bluray1-385157011-B000MGB6MS-Hoosiers_Blu_ray.html

[PrimeBane]

While 85:15 is not good at all, it's just 1 week for now... should it become the norm, then the fat lady has been cued. :(

[oaktown2000]

*runs through thread naked screamin "BLU RULES!!!!"*






;)

[latonthesnake]

I did back it why.. I have researched more TV's and installed more dang TV's then I ever wanted to. Just because I didnt post a link doesnt mean its not fact :confused:. If a link will help you determine whats fact and what is not good luck.

This was you posted:

Thank you for providing technical specs as opposed to saying it is so simply because I say it is so (like some other board members:rolleyes:).

I just found that funny to say just because someone didnt post a link....

You will find a million other links probably saying DLP is better then Plasma's. And vise versa my point is first hand knowledge is more important then what a website has to say.

I have been around TV's a very long time and I posted IMO plasma's are better because of my first hand knowledge of all TV's.

Anyway good luck with your research. All I can say is go to as many stores and hook up as many components as they will let you, play with the settings.

Chris

This is in no way trying to spark an argument, but I can understand things on a deeper level than this TV am better. It would have been helpful to have some comparative technical specs attached to a blanket statement, and if your as into the HD market as you say you are it's always nice to hear it from the horses mouth that's all.
And no I don't need links to everything but at least it was a start.

[BradydaMan]

well since over the air can only be 1080I, and 1080p is no where near by when it comes to cable I consider 1080I "True HD"

[JaylisJayP]

Last week's sales numbers. Ouch... :D

C'mon Universal and Paramount, the writing is on the wall. You're backing a failed format. Consumers have spoken.

despite my love for both formats, I honestly....honestly cannot understand why HD DVD is still around.

They've done nothing since the Warner announcement. With the exception of MAYBE a handful of titles, it's a crappy or non-existent release schedule through like June. No big guns, no reason for people to buy in at this point. Lower player prices are worthless at this point.

If HD DVD wants to survive, Toshiba needs to get Universal and Paramount to release new movies on HD DVD/DVD combo only and price it THE SAME as DVD. Otherwise, they're done, son.

Either crap or get off the pot

[CoachB]

Did Universal ever make Blu-Rays? I know Paramount did. What are some of the better Paramount titles to still pick up on Blu-Ray just in case they take longer then we think to come back?

[grif32]

This is in no way trying to spark an argument, but I can understand things on a deeper level than this TV am better. It would have been helpful to have some comparative technical specs attached to a blanket statement, and if your as into the HD market as you say you are it's always nice to hear it from the horses mouth that's all.
And no I don't need links to everything but at least it was a start.

Got ya. Your comment was not needed thats all.

Thank you for providing technical specs as opposed to saying it is so simply because I say it is so (like some other board members:rolleyes:).

But no worries its all just fun. Didnt mean to start anything..

Just go out grab the Pioneer Kuro and enjoy it :D Might be broke awhile but heck its only money..

[imaginegrafix]

despite my love for both formats, I honestly....honestly cannot understand why HD DVD is still around.

They've done nothing since the Warner announcement. With the exception of MAYBE a handful of titles, it's a crappy or non-existent release schedule through like June. No big guns, no reason for people to buy in at this point. Lower player prices are worthless at this point.

If HD DVD wants to survive, Toshiba needs to get Universal and Paramount to release new movies on HD DVD/DVD combo only and price it THE SAME as DVD. Otherwise, they're done, son.

Either crap or get off the pot

Well they have slashed player prices - it's not much, but what else can they do at this point - I agree though, they need to put the screws to the studios that still support the format to put out some more catalog titles.

On another note, I cannot wait for American Gangster and I'll probably also pick up Into the Wild, but outside of that - there isn't much I'll picking up for exclusive hd dvd titles (I'll still probably buy the warner titles in red as well) but it's pretty bleak looking in terms of releases.

[JaylisJayP]

Did Universal ever make Blu-Rays? I know Paramount did. What are some of the better Paramount titles to still pick up on Blu-Ray just in case they take longer then we think to come back?

No Universal has never supported blu-ray.

Paramount titles on blu - Mission Impossible flicks, Shooter, etc...

[SBrooks1]

I just read that the WWE has chosen Blu-ray to start releasing their home videos on exclusively. I won't be buying any but that's pretty huge.

[juicyjay504]

O.T., sorta - If you have DirecTV you can now schedule your DVR while you're away. The feature is a little wonky still today but I think it's cool as hell. There's a mobile app/site for it too - m.directv.com
Being able to record a show at my house while I'm away at work and I can do it from iPod Touch - come on - that's pretty damn cool.
**I was just looking for the link that describes the above but, apparently, it's been pulled. File in the "Not yet ready for primetime" category I guess....


now that is fricking sweet

[GPWYANKEE]

I just read that the WWE has chosen Blu-ray to start releasing their home videos on exclusively. I won't be buying any but that's pretty huge.


:rolleyes:Woodchucks of the World are grateful im sure;)

[pbspectre]

I just read that the WWE has chosen Blu-ray to start releasing their home videos on exclusively. I won't be buying any but that's pretty huge.


gah...ya beat me to it...:( ;) :D

and, yeah, given that WWE DVD's typically make up 5-6 of the top 10 selling sports DVD's, it's a faily big deal...

[CoachB]

Anywhere could get a list of Blu Rays put out by Paramount before they switched?Did Universal ever make Blu-Rays? I know Paramount did. What are some of the better Paramount titles to still pick up on Blu-Ray just in case they take longer then we think to come back?

[PrimeBane]

Run through this list searching for Paramount (ctrl F)

http://bluray.highdefdigest.com/releasedates_historical.html

[SackExchange]

Anywhere could get a list of Blu Rays put out by Paramount before they switched?

Be sure to look in the right column cuz some were cancelled.

http://www.dvdaf.com/search.html?has=blu-ray&pub=paramount&rgn=us&init_form=str0_0_has_blu-ray*str1_0_pub_paramount*rgn_1_us*mode_more

[kawai7]

Can anyone confirm the American Gangster HD-DVD is the theatrical cut or the extended cut?

I'm tired of Hi-Def releases only having the theatrical cut of the film.

Its dumb cuz alot of times the Extended Edition / Director's Cut is only available on DVD and the HD-DVD only features the Theatrical Cut.

For example, Enemy of the State, Con Air, Gone in 60 Seconds, Black Hawk Down, Crimson Tide, Tears of the Sun, King Kong, all their extended editions are available on Standard DVD. But their Hi-Def counter parts only feature the theatrical cut. It kinda blows because you will never get the extended version on Hi-Def.

So I'm worried that, as a collector, I would have to double dip on American Gangster

[SackExchange]

As of today there are only 17 exclusive HD-DVD's coming out compared to the 60 Blu-ray.

[PrimeBane]

Can anyone confirm the American Gangster HD-DVD is the theatrical cut or the extended cut?


Theatrical only on the HD DVD side... both on the DVD side.

[freezerfuel]

Can anyone confirm the American Gangster HD-DVD is the theatrical cut or the extended cut?

I'm tired of Hi-Def releases only having the theatrical cut of the film.

Its dumb cuz alot of times the Extended Edition / Director's Cut is only available on DVD and the HD-DVD only features the Theatrical Cut.

For example, Enemy of the State, Con Air, Gone in 60 Seconds, Black Hawk Down, Crimson Tide, Tears of the Sun, King Kong, all their extended editions are available on Standard DVD. But their Hi-Def counter parts only feature the theatrical cut. It kinda blows because you will never get the extended version on Hi-Def.

So I'm worried that, as a collector, I would have to double dip on American Gangster

Yep, classic double dip setup. I want to buy Live Free or Die Hard on Blu-ray but no chance until they release the unrated version.

[CoachB]

thanks

[petenfld]

I just read that the WWE has chosen Blu-ray to start releasing their home videos on exclusively. I won't be buying any but that's pretty huge.

Once "adult" material decides to support one or the other than than will be the final blow ;)

[WitchKingOfAngmar]

Once "adult" material decides to support one or the other than than will be the final blow ;)

Both formats are currently supported by the adult industry actually....

[HollandX]

While 85:15 is not good at all, it's just 1 week for now... should it become the norm, then the fat lady has been cued. :(

i hope she hurries up and sings.

[HollandX]

well since over the air can only be 1080I, and 1080p is no where near by when it comes to cable I consider 1080I "True HD"

:confused::confused::confused:

Over the air is 720p (ABC and Fox)

or 1080i (CBS, NBC, CW, and PBS)

[stupidsuck]

i hope she hurries up and sings.
me too..... I cannot wait for this to be a reality
http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee202/Nenkata/Transformers-BluRayVC11080p.DolbyHD.jpg

[SBrooks1]

Both formats are currently supported by the adult industry actually....

True but Digital Playground just dropped HD DVD for Blu exclusively

[JaylisJayP]

Once "adult" material decides to support one or the other than than will be the final blow ;)

highly unlikely. This isn't the VHS or DVD age....anything you want is available free on the Internet. I'm all for great quality cooch, but I wouldn't pay a dime for porn anymore.

[SBrooks1]

Universal's American Gangster coming to HD DVD - HD DVD/DVD Combo, Dolby Digital PLUS 5.1 and the Extended Cut is only on the DVD version. Way to phone it in Universal. Jump to Blu-ray and all 3 of those problems would be fixed easily.

[JaylisJayP]

American Gangster really wasn't that great anyway. I know I'm in the minority, but I thought it was a C+ all around movie. Denzel did the same schtick he always does (chest thumping apparently = great acting).

Dont' get me wrong, Denzel is amazing, but he didn't show me anything new in this movie. Russell Crowe's character was weak. There was no climax.

Disappointing. Even more disappointing is that this is all Universal's got for HD DVD right now.

[imaginegrafix]

Universal's American Gangster coming to HD DVD - HD DVD/DVD Combo, Dolby Digital PLUS 5.1 and the Extended Cut is only on the DVD version. Way to phone it in Universal. Jump to Blu-ray and all 3 of those problems would be fixed easily.

Lol - didn't TF win best audio of the year with DD+ 5.1 from the same place you are getting that info from?

Edit: I also don't see the combo as a problem, they probably chose to do that - same as keeping the extended cut off of the hd dvd side. There are plenty of movies that are longer (i.e. Troy DC).

How is that unrated cut of DH4 on blu?

[kawai7]

:DTrue but Digital Playground just dropped HD DVD for Blu exclusively

Currently there are only 2 Blu-Ray porn titles and that is Debbie Does Dallas Again and Pirates

Are they transferring their entire HD-DVD library to Blu-Ray? Cuz if so, I'll wait til they do so before I bid on a copy of Coc kasian LOL!

[Tuckertank]

I agree with Jay, American Gangster was just OK. Not sure I'd be interested in even watching it again.

I'm stopping at BB after work to pick up a BD for movie night. I'm thinking Sunshine, any thoughts? I'm not a huge sci-fi fan but my gal is.

[GPWYANKEE]

I agree with Jay, American Gangster was just OK. Not sure I'd be interested in even watching it again.

I'm stopping at BB after work to pick up a BD for movie night. I'm thinking Sunshine, any thoughts? I'm not a huge sci-fi fan but my gal is.


Sunshine is amazing-On Blu Ray its even better.The sound and video is A++++++++ quality.

[PrimeBane]

Universal's American Gangster coming to HD DVD - HD DVD/DVD Combo, Dolby Digital PLUS 5.1 and the Extended Cut is only on the DVD version. Way to phone it in Universal. Jump to Blu-ray and all 3 of those problems would be fixed easily.

I think it was probably more by choice than by techinical limitations... I smell double dip.

[SBrooks1]

Now we can see why Warner Bros went Blu :D

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