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RSSFarewell, Toshiba HD-DVD
Feb 18
We all knew the format war was all but over once Warner Bros. announced their backing of Blu-ray in January. But some of us still hoped and dreamed that somehow, HD-DVD would be the victor. Other undecideds were expected to cross the line into Blu-ray’s camp soon after. And they did, Netflix, Target, and Blockbuster joined the rank and file of Blu-ray’s army.
Even though I traded my Toshiba HD-DVD player in for a Samsung Blu-ray player shortly after Christmas, I still hoped that Toshiba would come out on top.
As many expected, the format war has been predicted to end now that the juggernaut that is Wal-mart has sided with Blu-ray.
Poor Toshiba. In the end, I fear you won’t make it past the Travelator and be forced to throw in the towel, like many American Gladiators before you.
Those of you that own HD-DVD players, I would exchange them for Blu-ray players if you still have the receipt and it hasn’t been 30 days since you purchased the player. Otherwise, you might want to keep it and possibly get some great deals on the remaining HD-DVD movies. Gobble them up while you still can.
If you plan to keep your player in hopes of selling it as a collectible in 20 years. I wouldn’t expect to get much of a return on it. Take a look at what betamax players are going for on eBay. There won’t be any Victorious Shoppers with this item.
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