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"Dual-format players aren't the answer..." - Actually, it is the answer in the short term.

Posted by Audiophilander on June 15, 2007 at 09:34:10:
While we all wanted a single format solution initially, that is no longer feasible because there is now too much product and both formats are gradually making inroads into the general consumer market. There are pros and cons to both Blu-ray & HD-DVD; as far as Joe Public is concerned the deciding factor will be pricing (hardware/software) as both high resolution formats are virtually indistinguishable quality-wise.

If I had to make a call on this one, HD-DVD has a slight advantage due to aggressive price dropping of it's hardware and so far, subjectively speaking, the most interesting selection of titles available. While I agree with you that it would've been nice if both camps joined forces before significant numbers of titles were on the shelves, it might not be to the advantage of the consumer at this juncture as the competition is driving prices down on both formats.

The next year end holiday cycle may be the turning point marketing-wise as more folks are enticed into buying 1080P display devices and will crave high definition sources beyond cable and OTA 760P & 1080I sources to feed them.

AuPh