Although DVD is the most successful home entertainment product in history, ever since it was introduced in 1997, it lacks True High Definition playback and recording capability. Two competing camps came up with a solution: Blu-ray and HD-DVD. However, only the Blu-ray format now remains. To find out the answers to questions about Blu-ray and HD-DVD, check out my latest "Question of the Week Series" on Blu-ray and HD-DVD Basics. This week's question: How Much are Blu-ray and HD-DVD players? - Is It Worth Buying a Blu-ray Disc Player Now? Also, be sure to check out my complete Blu-ray Disc and HD-DVD FAQs.
Question of the Week - How Much are Blu-ray and HD-DVD players? - Is It Worth Buying a Blu-ray Disc Player Now?
By Robert Silva, About.com Guide November 23, 2008
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We listed the Samsung Blu-ray as a top product because amazon had it on their list. Can anyone comment on this player that has used it? It’s a nice price for a samsung (I like their LCD tvs), however the Sony players are more expensive… probably for a reason, I suspect.
Thanks –
Jake