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Post #194518

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Jay
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A new chip that could end the HD-DVD / Blu-ray battle before it even begins?!?!
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Date created
19-Mar-2006, 3:09 PM
Originally posted by: BigBlueRig
Remember, most people dont even own HD Tv's...making this new jump pretty much useless.

Unless you own an HDTV.

And even though HDTV sales have been going quite well thanks to the popularity of DVD, it's much easier to sell HDTVs when you can actually offer HD content to go along with them.

There's nothing wrong with enjoying DVD and sticking with it, but you greatly underestimate the size and potential of the HD-on-disc market.

Originally posted by: Nanner Split
So what exactly is the difference between HD-DVD/Blu-Ray and regular DVD? So far as I can tell, it just sounds like a DVD that can hold more stuff....


It's not just more data, it's more resolution and much higher quality audio. DVD is limited to 480 lines of resolution, either interlaced or progressive. BluRay and HD-DVD allow for resolutions up to 1080p. The improvement on screen sizes under 42" isn't as apparent, but blow it up to 60" or larger, and good HD material is stunning.

If you're thinking you'll never own a TV that big, consider the fact you can buy a 720p LCD projector right now for $1500. Think about what it will cost in a year or two. Or five.

DVD has been around for about a decade, and while it will continue for many years, HDTVs are widely available at reasonable prices and now is the perfect time to start the rollout of HD-on-disc.