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HD DVD Vs. Blu-Ray.....which do you like better?

Reply #15
Quote from: amooset;186851
A lot of studios are actually going to dual format.  It isn't going to be long before Disney decides to go dual format. 

Previous failure does not mean future success.  Look at mini disk, memory stick, umd's.  While they enjoyed a short period of prosperity, they died a quick death.  I will be surprised if blu ray has even a quarter of the market share by this time next year.



A very good point, but I don't see Sony messing up this one.
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HD DVD Vs. Blu-Ray.....which do you like better?

Reply #16
They are boasting a higher capacity at a cost/benefit ratio that isn't favorable.  I'm not saying blu ray isn't superior, it has higher capacity and probably is a better product.  I'm saying the technology is ahead of it's time.  They're on the bleeding edge - by the time their blu ray invention will become useful on an average joe's budget, something else will come along and one-up it.

With the recent developments on xbox live, you are able to download high-def content.  It won't be long before HD and bluray are rendered obsolete at least for renters.  Why drive to the store or wait for a netflix delivery when you can have a high def movie in seconds via xbox live?  Has sony implemented such a system as of yet?
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1982 Thunderbird - Goodbye 255, Hello 302!

HD DVD Vs. Blu-Ray.....which do you like better?

Reply #17
Quote from: Carl;186736
Well since Sony made Betamax and already lost to Toshiba's VCR I don't think they would make the same mistake twice. Also, Blu-Ray has some strong studios behind it.

Here's a little trivia about betamax vs. vhs - it is believed that vhs was given the larger foothold because the porn industry sided with them.  Guess who has chosen blu ray as their medium!  Not sure I'd want to watch a high def porn... OOO!!! Look at the genital warts and implant scars!  Though it was a major decision maker for betamax and vhs, i doubt it will do much here.
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1982 Thunderbird - Goodbye 255, Hello 302!

HD DVD Vs. Blu-Ray.....which do you like better?

Reply #18
Quote from: amooset;186864
They are boasting a higher capacity at a cost/benefit ratio that isn't favorable.  I'm not saying blu ray isn't superior, it has higher capacity and probably is a better product.  I'm saying the technology is ahead of it's time.  They're on the bleeding edge - by the time their blu ray invention will become useful on an average joe's budget, something else will come along and one-up it.

With the recent developments on xbox live, you are able to download high-def content.  It won't be long before HD and bluray are rendered obsolete at least for renters.  Why drive to the store or wait for a netflix delivery when you can have a high def movie in seconds via xbox live?  Has sony implemented such a system as of yet?

I dunno PS3 is way too expensive right now and has for the most part py titles. I am waiting to buy one in 08 when they start tapping into the true power of the system. I am still a sony guy for now....

If they don't impress me next year I don't think I will get one but I highly doubt that will happen. And most 360 games I can play on my PC which is better than a 360 anyway and I don't have to pay to play online...
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1968 Cougar XR7
1987 Turbo Coupe
5 Speed, Stock IHI, Aeromotive 340LPH, Stinger 3in DP w/Magnaflow 3in Race Series ler, Hallman Boost Controller, Corbeau Fixed Back Racing Seats, Rebuilt 35# Injectors, Kirban AFPR, Stinger's Front Mount Piping w/Big NPR Front Mount IC, 3/8 E-85 Fuel Lines, SPEC Stage 3+ Clutch, Explorer 4.0 Dual Core Radiator, Optima Red Top Battery
1988 Turbo Coupe (RIP)
1984 Cougar (RIP) :cougarsmily:
1986 Cougar XR7 5 Speed.  (sold)

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Reply #19
All i've got to say is:
Blu-ray= 1080p max resolution and a now attainable 200gb storage capacity(TDK, a world leader in digital recording solutions, has reached a landmark in the development of recordable blue laser technology, achieving a groundbreaking capacity of 200GB. Bruce Youmans, TDK Vice President of Product Research & Development, said: "The ultra-ambitious technology roadmap for Blu-ray has now been confirmed as realistic, with landmarks such as this proving the long term value of the format against its rivals. TDK was the first to develop a prototype 100GB recordable Blu-ray Disc, and yet again, our landmark achievement in creating a 200GB disc is affirming the company's position as a true pioneer in advancing the capabilities of optical media.)Little excerpt i found"
HD-dvd= 1080i max resolution and only 30gb max capacity.
HMMMMMMMMMMM which is better?????????????
Nuff said!!

HD DVD Vs. Blu-Ray.....which do you like better?

Reply #20
Quote from: Johnny Cougar;186689

HD-DVD will be the Betamax of this decade.  I wonder if my neighbor still has his old Betamax...


I still have mine... Two in fact(but only one is still operable)... Have a bunch of great NASCAR from '84 & '85, need to get of my ass and DVD some of it...

What's a Blue Ray????:D

HD DVD Vs. Blu-Ray.....which do you like better?

Reply #21
The real question how to fill a 200GB Disc??? the kind of space means you could copy many movies on one disc leading to a big fall in sales maybe.

The DVD-9 format of the HD can hold up to 30gigs do you need anymore for a single movie disc.

Also has it been said many times is easy to mess up the blu-ray disc because of the process used to make them.
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Reply #22
Quote from: dominator;186928
All i've got to say is:
Blu-ray= 1080p max resolution and a now attainable 200gb storage capacity(TDK, a world leader in digital recording solutions, has reached a landmark in the development of recordable blue laser technology, achieving a groundbreaking capacity of 200GB. Bruce Youmans, TDK Vice President of Product Research & Development, said: "The ultra-ambitious technology roadmap for Blu-ray has now been confirmed as realistic, with landmarks such as this proving the long term value of the format against its rivals. TDK was the first to develop a prototype 100GB recordable Blu-ray Disc, and yet again, our landmark achievement in creating a 200GB disc is affirming the company's position as a true pioneer in advancing the capabilities of optical media.)Little excerpt i found"
HD-dvd= 1080i max resolution and only 30gb max capacity.
HMMMMMMMMMMM which is better?????????????
Nuff said!!


Just because something is better doesn't necessarily mean it's going to catch on.  Average joe is going pick something more accessible and inexpensive.  I wouldn't be surprised if discs are replace by something else in the near future, flash drives maybe?  By that time, blu ray will probably just be beginning its useful life.
1987 Thunderbird 3.8. Sold :(

1982 Thunderbird - Goodbye 255, Hello 302!

HD DVD Vs. Blu-Ray.....which do you like better?

Reply #23
Quote from: Carpimp1987;186940
The real question how to fill a 200GB Disc??? the kind of space means you could copy many movies on one disc leading to a big fall in sales maybe.

The DVD-9 format of the HD can hold up to 30gigs do you need anymore for a single movie disc.

Also has it been said many times is easy to mess up the blu-ray disc because of the process used to make them.

what kind of movies are you talking about? Regular Definition ones? because apparently you don't know how much space HD Video especially 1080P takes up.

One hour of DV takes about 13 gigabytes, while one hour of HDV video takes from 38-50 gb, depending on the complexity of the video being encoded.

Exact:

1080 23.98 10 bit 4:2:2 uncompressed = 448 GB per hour, or 7.4 GB a minute.

1080 23.98 10 bit 4:2:2 DNxHD 220 = 79 GB per hour or 1.3 GB per minute

now these are not exactly the same formats as what video we see from movies but it gives you the idea of how much more HD Vid takes up.


this is why HD DVD will not have the capacity to compete with the much better Blu - Ray
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1968 Cougar XR7
1987 Turbo Coupe
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1988 Turbo Coupe (RIP)
1984 Cougar (RIP) :cougarsmily:
1986 Cougar XR7 5 Speed.  (sold)

 

HD DVD Vs. Blu-Ray.....which do you like better?

Reply #24
It's not just the movies guys,it's the space needed for today's up coming games.
With upto 200gb, the space is available for some insanely huge(never ending) and lifelike(1080p) looking games.
They had problems programing for the ps2 back in the day(or so they said)as well but they finally figured that out and it had some pretty sick looking games as well.
I honestly think it's some kind of scare tactic put out there by the other company to falsify the need to buy their inferior product.
I think the 360 is a nice piece(will probably get one next year) but it does not compare to the ps3 in it's disc storage capacity,free internet gaming,resolution and reliability thus far.
Plus with the recent price drop to 399.00cdn for the 40gb and the 360's 399.00cdn for the 20gb the ps3 wins again in it's system storage capacity,free internet gaming and 1080p at the lower levels.
As for the high end levels, the 80gb motorstorm package(sys i currently own) and the 360 elite, the 360 has a 120gb drive but that's it,no higher, the ps3 is easily upgradeable to 250gb or higher with a laptop hardrive that installs and formats in minutes.
The fact that the 360 includes an hdmi cable means nothing to me as i can get a 12 foot monster cable down here for 25.00 which is far superior to the generic cable they give you with the 360.