HotRod said:There's also the point that some have missed. In order to fully appreciate the greatness of Blu-ray, you still have to spend shit loads on a HD ready TV. Now that really is the sting in the tail!!
Shitloads? An HDTV can be had for about $500 now. Mind you it's only 32", but couple that with a sub $200 Blu-ray player and you're good to go.
HDTVs don't cost nearly as much as they once did.