HD DVD thread - Toshiba: HD DVD DISCONTINUED, REPAIR/SUPPORT CONTINUES, NO BLU PLANS

[kensterdotnet]

You don't have to buy the player online to get 2 free hd-dvds?

[Jedi1979]

Did you return/rebuy? Was it automatic or did you need to show them a printout?

when i went, i had the printout and told them it wouldnt let me do it online, luckily they had just did the same thing for some guy before me so they said they can do it but i had to buy it in store and then cancel my other order. so i went and picked out 2 movies, came back and they rung it up like usual and that was that

so if you have a hd-dvd player on hold then you should have no trouble, but to be safe bring the printout to cut out any confusion

[lanzarlaluna]

Holy fuck. Time to drop 100 bones at Wal-Mart tomorrow. O_O

[fraggedbylaggers]

dont get too excited...

Branford, CT walmart received only 15...

EDIT: Just called Guilford again:
Guilord, CT will only have ten...

he said they arent selling them until tomorrow. I guess they got them specifically for this promotion.

EDIT AGAIN:
http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/00/00/00/71/79/28/71792861._V25941811_.pdf
5 free HD DVD form.

[lanzarlaluna]

I am now format neutral. :D

Bought an HD-A2 for me, and one for my dad for Christmas--he's getting this plus Planet Earth so he can put that HDTV to good use =].

Wal-Mart was a freaking ghost town. Huge stack of HD-A2s and Acer laptops just sitting there. Although a guy showed up and said the first Wal-Mart he went to was sold out.

Sometimes living in a shitty, podunk town pays off.

[KaneRobot]

I went to the closest Wal-Mart last night and they weren't even carrying them in the first place that I saw. Oh well. I may check another one later today just in case.

[munch]

I went to the closest Wal-Mart last night and they weren't even carrying them in the first place that I saw. Oh well. I may check another one later today just in case.

I know mine didn't have any a couple of days ago but had ~15 today.

[Justin42]

A lot of Walmarts were holding stuff in the back til exactly 8am...

[guyver2077]

im loving the new commercials..




http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PxuJDgxIpR8


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NAYxYxn3iTA

[fraggedbylaggers]

the shrek one is good. wait- shrek came out on HDDVD?

[munch]

those are pretty good commercials. Bad acting, but good nonetheless.

[LinkinPrime]

the shrek one is good. wait- shrek came out on HDDVD?

Shrek The Third comes out 11/13 (http://hddvd.highdefdigest.com/1139/shrekthethird.html) with the others hopefully soon to follow along with all of the other Dreamworks animated films....Over The Hedge, Madagascar, Shrek 1, Shrek 2, Shark Tale.

[fraggedbylaggers]

Shrek The Third comes out 11/13 (http://hddvd.highdefdigest.com/1139/shrekthethird.html) with the others hopefully soon to follow along with all of the other Dreamworks animated films....Over The Hedge, Madagascar, Shrek 1, Shrek 2, Shark Tale.

Nice. I heard shrek 3 was pretty bad (any truth to that?) but Shrek 1 and 2 will be first day buys for me. I was kinda hoping for a boxset...

[Sporadic]

Well good news all around today especially if you dig loseless sound.

Universal Studios Home Entertainment has announced that Eastern Promises will be available to own in high-definition exclusively on HD DVD/DVD Combo disc, come December 26, at $39.98 SRP each.

Eastern Promises (2007)
HD DVD/DVD Combo Disc / $39.98 SRP / December 26

Main Feature Presentation on the HD DVD side...
1080p High-Definition Widescreen 1.85:1
Dolby TrueHD 5.1 (English)
Dolby Digital-Plus 5.1 (English & French)
English [SDH] & French subtitle options

Bonus material present on both HD DVD & DVD sides:
Secrets and Stories
Marked for Life

---------------

Universal Studios Home Entertainment has finally provided the disc specifications to The Bourne Ultimatum HD DVD. This film will be available to own in high-definition exclusively on the HD DVD/DVD combo disc, come December 11, at $39.98 SRP each.

The Bourne Ultimatum (2007)
HD DVD/DVD Combo Disc / $39.98 SRP / December 11

Main Feature Presentation on the HD DVD side...
1080p High-Definition Widescreen 2.40:1
Dolby TrueHD 5.1 (English)
Dolby Digital-Plus 5.1 (English & French)
English [SDH] & French subtitle options

Bonus material present on both HD DVD & DVD sides:
Deleted Scenes
Man on the Move: Jason Bourne
Rooftop Pursuit
Planning the Punches
Driving School
New York Chase
Feature Commentary with Director Paul Greengrass

HD DVD-Exclusive Bonus Features:
U-Control Picture in Picture
Blackbriar Files
Volkswagen Get More Info
Be Bourne Spy Training - In this abilities test, viewers complete tasks to test their spy skills

[fraggedbylaggers]

uh $40? That's crazytalk!!!! Thirty was pushing it. Will be waiting for a price drop

[Sporadic]

uh $40? That's crazytalk!!!! Thirty was pushing it. Will be waiting for a price drop

SRP homey. All combos have a SRP of $40.

Amazon will have it for the normal $27.95 same as any other combo.

[Ruined]

GUIDE: HD DVD Standalone Firmware Upgrade; New Toshiba HD-A2 owners: read this first!


Being a new Toshiba HD DVD Player owner, the first thing you should do is upgrade your firmware to the latest version to ensure best performance & compatibility. The below directions work for all Toshiba HD DVD Players in production, including the Toshiba HD-A2/A3.

There are three methods to upgrading your firmware, and they will be discussed below:

METHOD 1: Permanent Internet Connection (BEST METHOD)
******
HARDWARE NEEDED:
Existing router, wired or wireless depending on your intentions
Ethernet cable running from router to player (wired)
Wireless Ethernet Bridge/Game Adapter (wireless)
Ethernet Switch (wireless, optional)

HD DVD's have internet features, so it only makes sense that you'd want to give your Toshiba HD DVD player permanent internet access. Therefore, this method is not only great to get the latest firmware but also to allow you to unleash the full potential of your Toshiba HD DVD player.

So, hook up that Ethernet port to your router with an ethernet cable. Or, if you want to go wireless, buy one of the many "Wireless Ethernet Bridge" or "Wireless Ethernet Game Adapters" that allow you to use any ethernet-capable device wirelessly. The Linksys WET54G is a common example of one of these. If you have another device with ethernet you want to hook up (i.e. XBOX 360), simply buy a 5-port Ethernet Switch and that will allow you to hook multiple devices up to the bridge. You may need to unplug your modem/router after connecting everything to reset things so that devices recognize each other.

SO LET'S UPGRADE THIS BAD BOY!
Once your Toshiba HD DVD Player is hooked up to the router or bridge, go into the player's setup menu. Then go to the Ethernet submenu. Turn on DHCP. Turn on DNS. Now, simply hit confirm. Check the numbers that it spits out - if it looks like a proper IP address, you're set. If it looks wrong or null, try turning off auto-dns and setting the DNS server to the local IP address of your primary router (i.e. 192.168.1.1 or whatever) and hitting confirm again. By now, you should be set. Still doesn't work? If neither of the above options work, you can try this as a last-ditch effort (not as good as the first two solutions because external DNS IP can change over time). Try temporarily hooking up to the internet with an ethernet cable connected directly to your cable modem via METHOD 2 below, and using the auto DNS method, then hit CONFIRM; writer down the DNS numbers that show up in the boxes with the temporary connection. Then, reconnect your permanent setup and manually set the DNS to the numbers you wrote down with the temporary connection. You may need to restart the player in all of these cases. One of the above methods should get your Toshiba HD DVD Player online.

IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE THERE IS NO DISC IN THE DRIVE!!!!!! (If you leave a movie disc in the drive during internet firmware upgrade, it can cause major problems) Next step, is to go to the General/Maintenance section of the player and choose "Update". You will have to accept a EULA. The update process takes about 30 minutes. Do not unplug the player during this process. Once it has finished, the player will shutdown. Restart the player, go back to the setup menu, go to General/Maintenance, and select "Intialize". This will reset all settings and is a good idea just to tidy things up. You are done! Now go tweak your settings for optimal A/V quality!

METHOD 2: Temporary internet connection
*******
HARDWARE NEEDED:
Long ethernet cable (wired)

Assuming you dont want to buy a bridge or permanently hook up your player to the next, this is another option. Simply unplug your cable modem from your router (if you have one), then run a long ethernet cable directly from your cable modem to your player. After that, unplug the power of the cable modem and plug it back in (so that it forgets your router and starts fresh with the Toshiba HD DVD player). Then, turn on your player and go to the setup menu. Proceed to "SO LET'S UPGRADE THIS BAD BOY!" section in Method 1 to complete the upgrade. Detach long cable once firmware upgrade process is complete, keep it somewhere you'll remember for the next time! Hook the router (if you have one) back up, of course

METHOD 3: Burned CD-R ISO disc from computer
*******
HARDWARE NEEDED:
Computer with CD-R drive
Blank CD

So you totally want to avoid the internet, eh. Okay. Here is how to do it with a computer CD-R. First, read these directions:
http://www.tacp.toshiba.com/tacpassets-images/notices/hddvd2firmware.asp

Next, download the file from here, and select the proper Toshiba HD DVD model you own from the dropdown (the most popular models are the HD-A2/HD-D2 and HD-A3, but be sure to check the front of your player for the exact model # so you get the right firmware):
http://tacp.toshiba.com/tacpassets-images/notices/hddvd-downloadingfirmware.asp
Unzip the ISO file to a place you will remember.

Then, download ISO RECORDER and run/install it:
http://isorecorder.alexfeinman.com/download/ISORecorderV2RC1.msi

Now, put a blank CD-R in the drive. Browse to the unzipped Toshiba ISO file, right click it, and hit Copy Image to CD. Set speed to 2x. Hit next, and you are done.

Now simply insert the CD-R into your Toshiba HD DVD Player and let the upgrade process complete. Remove the disc when it is finished. For good luck, go to the General/Maintenance section and Initialize the player after firmware update to reset all settings. You're done! Go tweak the A/V settings for optimal picture now!

[guyver2077]

uh $40? That's crazytalk!!!! Thirty was pushing it. Will be waiting for a price drop

umm..

$40 is msrp...

27.95 at amazon.

im betting 29.99-34.99 instore

edit- sporadic beat me to it..

[fraggedbylaggers]

umm..

$40 is msrp...

27.95 at amazon.

im betting 29.99-34.99 instore

edit- sporadic beat me to it..

what can I say? I'm a noob. That's good to hear!!!

[KaneRobot]

I'll put that post by Ruined in the OP for a little while in case anyone managed to find a player this morning. Thanks!



For what it's worth, I checked 3 Wal-Marts around noon and naturally they were sold out of players everywhere. Gotta believe this was a pretty good day for HD DVD.


Oh, and I think it was already mentioned a few pages back, but if not - Face/Off is at Wal-Mart for $19.99 if you haven't picked it up yet.

[Monsta Mack]

I work at Wal-Mart and the HD Players went to sold out in less then five minutes, as we got in very few.

Needless to say thanks to the Wal-Mart deal I don't see HD trailing blue ray very much, especially if they have another sale like this in the future. People were snagging HD-DVDs like crazy.

[lanzarlaluna]

To those updating the firmware on the Toshiba HD-A2, make sure you reboot after you change network settings. I was getting "can not find server" after changing my network info, and it didn't work until after I rebooted the player. Also, it takes a fairly long time to download and update the firmware, so don't freak out. =]

[KaneRobot]

BUMP - check OP for Circuit City deal - not 99 dollars, but damn close!

[LinkinPrime]

BUMP - check OP for Circuit City deal - not 99 dollars, but damn close!
I think that the A3 deal at Best Buy kills the A2 deal.

A3 w/300 & Bourne Identity + Any 2 movies (preorders if you buy online) + 5 via Mail = 9 HD DVD's

Just picked mine up from Best Buy a little while ago.

[GizmoGC]

This thread is gonna get a whole slew of newbies very, very soon.

[thrustbucket]

I think that the A3 deal at Best Buy kills the A2 deal.

A3 w/300 & Bourne Identity + Any 2 movies (preorders if you buy online) + 5 via Mail = 9 HD DVD's

Just picked mine up from Best Buy a little while ago.
I still don't get how we can get that deal still if we didn't try to order yesterday.

[pimpinc333]

I think that the A3 deal at Best Buy kills the A2 deal.

A3 w/300 & Bourne Identity + Any 2 movies (preorders if you buy online) + 5 via Mail = 9 HD DVD's

Just picked mine up from Best Buy a little while ago.

I don't think it's kills the deal. I say you save 20.00 to buy the A3 over the A2.

[LinkinPrime]

I still don't get how we can get that deal still if we didn't try to order yesterday.

Huh? Its on sale for $199...
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?skuId=8494435&st=hd-a3&lp=1&type=product&cp=1&id=1186003898783
Add to cart to see the $199 price.

And Pimpinc333 youre right but for $20 more I'd rather get the A3 sice its current gen + its slimmer.

[lanzarlaluna]

This thread is gonna get a whole slew of newbies very, very soon.Is that bad or good? Because I'm one of them. =]

[KaneRobot]

Is that bad or good? Because I'm one of them. =]
Considering you made the OP with your first post, it's definitely fine.

[guyver2077]

paramount has stepped it up with their menus...

im loving the faceoff menu and transformers was badass

[Deadpool]

Anyone seen a decent deal on the Bourne Trilogy yet? I've looked around and most sites seem to not even have it listed yet.

[TrueBlueLS]

I'll be happy with the deal I got. After Circuit City not being able to put a service plan on the floor model of the A2, I got an A3 for $129. I was surprised to see that Bourne Identity and 300 were packaged in it, but I'll take it.

[KaneRobot]

I'll be happy with the deal I got. After Circuit City not being able to put a service plan on the floor model of the A2, I got an A3 for $129. I was surprised to see that Bourne Identity and 300 were packaged in it, but I'll take it.
Hm...which CC did you go to? I'm in your general area.

[LinkinPrime]

Ghost Rider (Extended Version) is now up at XploitedCinema for $39.95 + S&H
http://xploitedcinema.com/catalog/ghost-rider-extended-version-french-release-p-13032.html

I'm still not sure if I should get it from XploitedCinema.com or Amazon.fr
On HighDefDigest forums they mentioned that its $34.94 @ Amazon.fr yet when I do the conversion on it I get about $40...

[TrueBlueLS]

Hm...which CC did you go to? I'm in your general area.

I was at the Circuit City at Great Lakes Crossing mall.

[Sporadic]

Ghost Rider (Extended Version) is now up at XploitedCinema for $39.95 + S&H
http://xploitedcinema.com/catalog/ghost-rider-extended-version-french-release-p-13032.html

I'm still not sure if I should get it from XploitedCinema.com or Amazon.fr
On HighDefDigest forums they mentioned that its $34.94 @ Amazon.fr yet when I do the conversion on it I get about $40...

Let me guess, you are doing the price listed instead of the price minus VAT?

- edit And you have to remember that price doesn't include shipping so if you are getting at least two movies you would probably be better off getting it from Xploited

[guyver2077]

man totally forgot about chuck and larry this week!

[LinkinPrime]

Let me guess, you are doing the price listed instead of the price minus VAT?

- edit And you have to remember that price doesn't include shipping so if you are getting at least two movies you would probably be better off getting it from Xploited
Don't think so...here's my total:
Articles : EUR 25,08
Livraison : EUR 10,90 https://images-eu.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/G/08/x-locale/common/icons/pixel-grey._V45690275_.gif
Total HT : EUR 35,98
TVA : EUR 0,00 https://images-eu.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/G/08/x-locale/common/transparent-pixel._V45690322_.gif
Montant total : EUR 35,98

Using this: http://www.xe.com/ucc/convert.cgi
EUR 35,98 = $52.3772

[Sporadic]

Don't think so...here's my total:
Using this: http://www.xe.com/ucc/convert.cgi
EUR 35,98 = $52.3772

Well, that's right 25,08 Euros = $36.27

Again shipping is a fucking bitch unless you get more than one title. The more titles you get the more the mean comes down.

[LinkinPrime]

Well, that's right 25,08 Euros = $36.27

Again shipping is a fucking bitch unless you get more than one title. The more titles you get the more the mean comes down.

Ah ok...so they are counting the price pre-shipping...I'll just go through XploitedCinema.com then. Thanks for the clearup Sporadic.

[Sporadic]

Ah ok...so they are counting the price pre-shipping...I'll just go through XploitedCinema.com then. Thanks for the clearup Sporadic.

Yeah, all of the prices in that thread are before shipping.

If you order alot of titles from a foriegn Amazon, you can usually beat Xploited's price but if you are only getting 1, Xploited is your best bet.

[doubledown]

People are reporting that if you bought the HD-DVD drive at Best Buy LAST week with the 2 free HD-DVDS, you can take your receipt back and get a third for free. I'm tempted to try, but I don't want to push my luck as my two free were BOX-SETS.

[LinkinPrime]

People are reporting that if you bought the HD-DVD drive at Best Buy LAST week with the 2 free HD-DVDS, you can take your receipt back and get a third for free. I'm tempted to try, but I don't want to push my luck as my two free were BOX-SETS.

Yeah...I heard its not working on the people who got in on the boxsets...it only deducts $35 off per boxset.

[doubledown]

Yeah...I heard its not working on the people who got in on the boxsets...it only deducts $35 off per boxset.

Well, my boxsets were FREE, so how would it deduct anything? Not a big deal, as I probably won't even try this, I was jsut curious.

[LinkinPrime]

Well, my boxsets were FREE, so how would it deduct anything? Not a big deal, as I probably won't even try this, I was jsut curious.

They would have to do a "return/rebuy" transaction. Once they try to resell your boxsets, it would only deduct $35...someone mentioned this on another thread either here or over at highdefdigest's forums

[LinkinPrime]

I'm don't have the equipment for this and I don't consider myself to be a good writer but if you do and are...you might want to audition to be a DVDTalk reviewer to get free HD DVD's:
http://forum.dvdtalk.com/showthread.php?t=516412

[doubledown]

They would have to do a "return/rebuy" transaction. Once they try to resell your boxsets, it would only deduct $35...someone mentioned this on another thread either here or over at highdefdigest's forums

Thank you, I get it now...oh well, not a big deal.

[munch]

Thank you, I get it now...oh well, not a big deal.

I just made a thread (http://www.cheapyd.com/forums/showthread.php?p=3552755&posted=1#post3552755) about this whole thing. I got a $35 giftcard and I got 3 boxsets. It's worth trying out.

[rsigley]

is universal still the only studio releasing combo's?

or does warner still do it occasionally?

[Sporadic]

Fantastic, today marks the 5th movie Warner has sent me from a canceled order.

No charges yet and the customer service people told me to just keep them because it's canceled in the system, no charges should appear and if I did send them back I would have to pay shipping since I open the UPS box.

[LinkinPrime]

Fantastic, today marks the 5th movie Warner has sent me from a canceled order.

No charges yet and the customer service people told me to just keep them because it's canceled in the system, no charges should appear and if I did send them back I would have to pay shipping since I open the UPS box.

Wow, dude that's awsome, what movies did they send you so far?

[Sporadic]

Wow, dude that's awsome, what movies did they send you so far?

Not so awesome since they will probably charge me some time in the future and I replaced the order after I canceled the first so most of these are just duplicates.

Movies sent so far: A Room With A View, The Wild Bunch, The Shining, Full Metal Jacket: Deluxe Edition and Eyes Wide Shut

[Richlough]

I got a card in the mail from the 5 free offer .

Thank you for your recent purchase of Microsoft's XBOX 360 HD DVD player, we are confident that your new product will provide an exciting new high definition movie experience.

However, we regrettably must inform you that there has been a delay in the processing of your claim for the free HD DVD movie promotion. Our supplier has informed us that additional stock will be received shortly. Every attempt will be made to ship your order by the revised shipping date, shown below on this card.

If you do not wish to wait and prefer to cancel, please detach and return the above prepaid postcard and we wiil promptly cancel your order.

__________________________________________________ ______

1 Apollo 13 DVD 11/25/2007
1 Casablanca 11/25/2007
1 Sky Captain 11/25/2007
1 Blazing Saddles 11/25/2007
1 U-571 11/25/2007

__________________________________________________ ______

Thank You For Your Patience And Cooperation, Keep This Card For Record

Yeah , like I'm going to cancel the 5 free movies .

[KaneRobot]

Fantastic, today marks the 5th movie Warner has sent me from a canceled order.

Yep - I just got Full Metal Jacket SE today myself, from a cancelled order.

I'm not ordering through Warner ever again, although if they want to continue to send me free movies from past orders, that's fine with me.

[LinkinPrime]

Not so awesome since they will probably charge me some time in the future and I replaced the order after I canceled the first so most of these are just duplicates.

Movies sent so far: A Room With A View, The Wild Bunch, The Shining, Full Metal Jacket: Deluxe Edition and Eyes Wide Shut

Yeah, but if you want to fight it, you have a cancellation confirmation and its not like they have proof of delivery by signature from you so you could just keep them ;)

[CocheseUGA]

Not so awesome since they will probably charge me some time in the future and I replaced the order after I canceled the first so most of these are just duplicates.

Movies sent so far: A Room With A View, The Wild Bunch, The Shining, Full Metal Jacket: Deluxe Edition and Eyes Wide Shut

Hey I might be interested if that FMJ is a dupe. You know, add it to the other one.

Let me know.

[Ruined]

OMFG

http://www.gamespot.com/news/6182612.html?action=convert&om_clk=latestnews&tag=latestnews;title;1

jaw is lost on floor somewhere.

[doubledown]

OMFG

http://www.gamespot.com/news/6182612.html?action=convert&om_clk=latestnews&tag=latestnews;title;1

jaw is lost on floor somewhere.

What does it say....blocked at work for me.


On a side note, watched Chuck & Larry on the HD-DVD drive last night. Glad it was a rental. Seemed like a big propaganda movie....a bit annoying.

[Ruined]

What does it say....blocked at work for me.


On a side note, watched Chuck & Larry on the HD-DVD drive last night. Glad it was a rental. Seemed like a big propaganda movie....a bit annoying.

Stringer declares stalemate in Blu-ray war
The Sony CEO says that the HD DVD and Blu-ray video formats are locked in a battle neither can win.

Sony's PlayStation 3 console also allows gamers to play Blu-ray movies, in competition with the HD DVD format favoured by Microsoft.

The two have been locked in their own format war, fighting to be the consumer's choice after the current favourite, DVD. HD DVD is backed by Toshiba and Microsoft, Blu-ray by Sony and Panasonic.

In June, major video rental store Blockbuster said it would be opting for Blu-ray in stores, and many would not be selling the HD DVD format at all. The company cited the fact that the PlayStation 3 uses Blu-ray as one of the reasons for its decision. In August, it was reported that Blu-ray was outselling HD DVD by 2-to-1.

However, also in August, major motion picture company Paramount Pictures decided to back HD DVD, and ceased production of most of its Blu-ray movies.

Howard Stringer, Sony's CEO, told the AP news agency that he believes the two formats are now at a stalemate, "It's been a difficult fight. We were trying to win on the merits, which we were doing for a while, until Paramount changed sides." However, Stringer said that he believed it was mainly a matter of prestige, and that it would ultimately not matter which format won out in the end.

He also said that he wished he could travel back in time to before he was made CEO of the company, when he believes there was a chance to unite the camps into one format.

[guyver2077]

anyone picking up any movies at deepdiscount..

im looking around to see what i find..
i might jump on shooter and carlitos way

so chuck and larry is not worth it huh? it got a 1 star from hidefdifest for movie... ouch
i just want to see biel's ass

[Ruined]

Chuck and Larry was funny as hell and actually has a pro-gay message. I'm not sure WTF HDD was smoking with their review. I say blind buy it.

[guyver2077]

yea im gonna go order crazy this month...... so much good stuff

ill prob pick up the (non warner) sets at ddd...

[doubledown]

Chuck and Larry was funny as hell and actually has a pro-gay message. I'm not sure WTF HDD was smoking with their review. I say blind buy it.

Yes, it does have a Pro-Gay message...but almost TOO much. It almost preaches to you. I still say watch it...it was funny in some parts, laugh out loud actually....but the movie as a whole was not that great. Biel's ass was nice of course.

[voormis]

I am sorry but does anyone know where I can get the Harry Potter HD DVD set for cheap?

I remember the WB store had it with a coupon but I can't go through 150 pages looking for it.

Any help would be greatly appreciated so I can get this for my Wife for Christmas.

Thank you!

[thrustbucket]

Chuck and Larry was funny as hell and actually has a pro-gay message. I'm not sure WTF HDD was smoking with their review. I say blind buy it.


i.e. rental at best. And only if you are an adam sandler fan (I'm not).

:lol:

[LinkinPrime]

I am sorry but does anyone know where I can get the Harry Potter HD DVD set for cheap?

I remember the WB store had it with a coupon but I can't go through 150 pages looking for it.

Any help would be greatly appreciated so I can get this for my Wife for Christmas.

Thank you!

Yup. Keep an eye on this thread ;)
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?p=3560429#post3560429

[Richlough]

Whoda thunk it ?

The Sony CEO says that the HD DVD and Blu-ray video formats are locked in a battle neither can win.

Sony's PlayStation 3 console also allows gamers to play Blu-ray movies, in competition with the HD DVD format favoured by Microsoft.

The two have been locked in their own format war, fighting to be the consumer's choice after the current favourite, DVD. HD DVD is backed by Toshiba and Microsoft, Blu-ray by Sony and Panasonic.

In June, major video rental store Blockbuster said it would be opting for Blu-ray in stores, and many would not be selling the HD DVD format at all. The company cited the fact that the PlayStation 3 uses Blu-ray as one of the reasons for its decision. In August, it was reported that Blu-ray was outselling HD DVD by 2-to-1.

However, also in August, major motion picture company Paramount Pictures decided to back HD DVD, and ceased production of most of its Blu-ray movies.

Howard Stringer, Sony's CEO, told the AP news agency that he believes the two formats are now at a stalemate, "It's been a difficult fight. We were trying to win on the merits, which we were doing for a while, until Paramount changed sides." However, Stringer said that he believed it was mainly a matter of prestige, and that it would ultimately not matter which format won out in the end.

He also said that he wished he could travel back in time to before he was made CEO of the company, when he believes there was a chance to unite the camps into one format.


source Gamespot.com news (http://www.gamespot.com/news/6182612.html?om_act=convert&om_clk=newstop&tag=newstop;title;2)

[halfbent]

hehe, same article is at the end of last page Rich. =)

Would be nice if Blockbuster B&M's start carrying HD too. It's fantastic having one right across the street when I've got the craving for something new.

[ryanbph]

hopefully the dual format players will be reasonably priced

[KaneRobot]

Sony in 2006: HD DVD will die when Blu-Ray arrives.

Sony in January 2007: HD DVD will be dead in 6 months.

Sony in Summer 2007: HD DVD will be dead this fall.

Sony in Fall 2007: Uh, neither can win. It doesn't matter who wins.

[LinkinPrime]

Sony in 2006: HD DVD will die when Blu-Ray arrives.

Sony in January 2007: HD DVD will be dead in 6 months.

Sony in Summer 2007: HD DVD will be dead this fall.

Sony in Fall 2007: Uh, neither can win. It doesn't matter who wins.

:applause: That's an awesome post and should be posted on the format war thread.

[Sporadic]

Road To Bali/Road To Rio is up for preorder on Amazon

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000YDBP5M/panandscathed-20

Can't go wrong with 2 movies for only $13.95

[Bezerker]

You can get a dual format player/burner for your computer for only $275. I doubt standalones would be anywhere that cheap for a long time.

[LinkinPrime]

I wish Imports would get cheaper. I just spend $90 on Equilibrium and Ghost Rider...sigh...I need help, I spend too much.

[anomynous]

I wish Imports would get cheaper. I just spend $90 on Equilibrium and Ghost Rider...sigh...I need help, I spend too much.

[-( [-(


Seriously Linkin, if you're spending that much each time you import movies, why not get a blu ray player?

(not trying to knock HD DVD)

[LinkinPrime]

[-( [-(


Seriously Linkin, if you're spending that much each time you import movies, why not get a blu ray player?

(not trying to knock HD DVD)

I'm too deep in this "war" I want HD DVD to win so I help out any way I can. Also I can't justify spending $400-500 on a PS3 when I know all I'll use it for is Pixar movies and Ratchet & Clank.

[thrustbucket]

You can get a dual format player/burner for your computer for only $275. I doubt standalones would be anywhere that cheap for a long time.

Link?

[CocheseUGA]

You can get a dual format player/burner for your computer for only $275. I doubt standalones would be anywhere that cheap for a long time.


I wonder if you could Frankenstein that in the HD add-on...

[Sporadic]

Tideland is up at Xploited

$31.95

http://xploitedcinema.com/catalog/ti...e-p-13059.html

Fans of the movie should get this one since it isn't cropped like the American release.

I wish Imports would get cheaper. I just spend $90 on Equilibrium and Ghost Rider...sigh...I need help, I spend too much.

Yeah, I know what you mean.

Although I could get a Blu-Ray player, alot of my imports aren't avaliable on either format in America yet (Band Of Brothers, Machinist, Serpico, etc)

Link?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827136133

http://www.ncixus.com/products/index.php?sku=26553

[Bezerker]

Sporadic's got em. NCIXUS had it for $275 earlier this week, i guess its dead.

Still, if your comp can handle it, well worth it. Just throw in a DVI-> HDMI cable (or whatever you use) and hook it up to your HDTV.

[rsigley]

I'm too deep in this "war" I want HD DVD to win so I help out any way I can. Also I can't justify spending $400-500 on a PS3 when I know all I'll use it for is Pixar movies and Ratchet & Clank.

Yea, I feel the same way wanting to buy HD DVD instead of Blu Ray, but all the recent sales on blu ray and wanting some exclusives that aren't coming to HD DVD overseas, i ended up buying a PS3 20 gig for $300 from craigslist.

I made it a year being exclusive tho

[GizmoGC]

Jessica Biel in "Chuck and Larry'....YUMMY

[guyver2077]

Jessica Biel in "Chuck and Larry'....YUMMY

your gonna make me order it...


and i just got prompted for an update.... whats up?

[thrustbucket]

your gonna make me order it...


and i just got prompted for an update.... whats up?

It's just a title compatibility update for upcoming titles.

[Sporadic]

Sporadic's got em. NCIXUS had it for $275 earlier this week, i guess its dead.

Still, if your comp can handle it, well worth it. Just throw in a DVI-> HDMI cable (or whatever you use) and hook it up to your HDTV.

Yeah, I've been watching them like a hawk for my dad. If I can get him neutral for $300 that would be well worth it so I don't have to field questions like "so when is Wild Hogs/Spiderman/etc coming out on HD"

[KaneRobot]

According to a Toshiba rep at an AVS HD DVD meetup yesterday in Toronto, the A2 is now discontinued.


:applause: That's an awesome post and should be posted on the format war thread.
Eh, I would, but I get enough riled up Blutards at AVS. I don't even really watch the format war thread here.

[Richlough]

Eh, I would, but I get enough riled up Blutards at AVS. I don't even really watch the format war thread here.

I took the liberty .;)
I know you'll enjoy reading this .;)

Sony in 2006: HD DVD will die when Blu-Ray arrives.

Sony in January 2007: HD DVD will be dead in 6 months.

Sony in Summer 2007: HD DVD will be dead this fall.

Sony in Fall 2007: Uh, neither can win. It doesn't matter who wins.

[Richlough]

your gonna make me order it...


and i just got prompted for an update.... whats up?

I got the update too [no duh] .
Anyone know what specifically was updated ?

[Sporadic]

I got the update too [no duh] .
Anyone know what specifically was updated ?

This update involves improvements in title compatibility (such as Hot Fuzz HD DVD/DVD combo) and network functionality.

http://hddvdformat.blogspot.com/

[LinkinPrime]

I wonder if Transformers will now work without having to clear the cache everytime. I'll try it later.

Shrek The Third shipped on Friday from BestBuy.com Hope I get it soon, their shipping usually sucks for CA.

[KaneRobot]

Re: the update - Transformers hasn't failed me since I updated, and I've tested several times. Looks like they may have actually fixed it.

I just wish they'd release the Menubots and Profiler downloads though. Those little video clips are nothing to write home about.

I took the liberty .;)
Fair enough.

It just baffles me that some people really bought into Sony's PR shit. I mean, if you believed it in 2006 for whatever reason, fine. If you believed it after the weak showing for HD DVD at CES in January, I disagree but I can see where someone would be coming from.

However, anyone who believed HD DVD was going to be dead by now at any point after the "drought" was over in March is a clueless, braindead fool. There are no shortage of Blu-Ray devotees that fall into that category, I suppose.

[Richlough]

Re: the update - Transformers hasn't failed me since I updated, and I've tested several times. Looks like they may have actually fixed it.

I just wish they'd release the Menubots and Profiler downloads though. Those little video clips are nothing to write home about.


Fair enough.

It just baffles me that some people really bought into Sony's PR shit. I mean, if you believed it in 2006 for whatever reason, fine. If you believed it after the weak showing for HD DVD at CES in January, I disagree but I can see where someone would be coming from.

However, anyone who believed HD DVD was going to be dead by now at any point after the "drought" was over in March is a clueless, braindead fool. There are no shortage of Blu-Ray devotees that fall into that category, I suppose.

Is there a way to register on-line rather than through the Transformers HD DVD menu ?
link ?

[Friend of Sonic]

Jessica Biel in "Chuck and Larry'....YUMMY
She was pretty hot in the movie, although I had gotten my fair share by watching that part in the trailer fifty times. Come on, you know which part.
I hear the movie is shitty though. For shame on Sandler doing something like "Reign Over Me" then having "I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry" come out four months later.

[Richlough]

Is there a complete list of combo titles anywhere ?

I'm interested in the one's that are no longer available and I need to keep an eye on .

[daphatty]

I am not entirely certain how this thread ended up in the 360 forum. I've placed it in the HD-DVD forum where it belongs.

EDIT: I also made it a sticky.

[LinkinPrime]

Is there a complete list of combo titles anywhere ?

I'm interested in the one's that are no longer available and I need to keep an eye on .
Are you talking about Accepted? Because that movie seems to be OOS pretty much everywhere. I got my copy from FamilyVideo.com

[guyver2077]

ordered chuck and larry at fye.. fuck it.. came out to $13 after rebate and gift code

that ass better be good

[Sporadic]

Just bought Perfume: Story Of A Murderer, ouch yells my wallet, $40 shipped that's the most I've ever spent on a import.

Fantastic movie though and well worth the money.

[LinkinPrime]

Equillibrium is becoming OOS pretty much everywhere since from what I've heard its out of print. If you guys are on the fence I'd suggest hitting up XploitedCinema.com asap, mine shipped today :D

[LinkinPrime]

I am not entirely certain how this thread ended up in the 360 forum. I've placed it in the HD-DVD forum where it belongs.

EDIT: I also made it a sticky.

daphatty, I moved this back to the X360 forums. It originated here because we discuss the software and how it works on the XBOX360 HD DVD Player. We also avoid Blu-Ray fanboys by keeping it here. Unless I'm the only that feels this way, I apologize in advance, let me know and I'll move it out to the DVD Forum.

[CocheseUGA]

It needs to be in the DVD forum.

Going to try and reserve Oceans Trilogy depending on cost today.

[LinkinPrime]

Well that's one vote. I would also like to know how the rest of the regulars feel about this...KaneRobot, Ruined, Sporadic, Guyver, Richlough...anyone else that I missed?

[Richlough]

It's nice to see on the 1st page of the 360 forums , but if it would help other new HD DVD enthusiasts maybe put it over there .

I'm subscribed so that's how I usually get here .

So I guess my vote is neutral .

[ryanbph]

i am fine with it in the 360 forum

[KaneRobot]

Link - I'm glad it was moved back here but I think the time is getting pretty close to moving it away from the "nest." I have actually been working on turning this into a catch-all thread including info on players, it's just slow going because I've been a little busier than usual.

We haven't had much of a problem with Blu-Ray owners trying to take it over or whatever, and as long as people who are looking to just stir it up for no reason are swept away I don't think that'll change. It's unavoidable to have at least some Blu-Ray talk in an HD DVD thread (and vice-versa) but as long as people wanting to be admant in their support for "the other side" are shuffled off to the Format War Thread, I predict peace in the valley of 1080p.

So yeah, I think it's close to time to get it moved. Our little format is growing up. Just give me a few days to try to get this expanded OP done.

[LinkinPrime]

I think its fair that since you started this thread, that you decide where it should go, I have not issues with it either way I guess and it seems most people here don't either. I'll put it back where daphatty had it. Sorry for the confusion everyone.

[Sporadic]

I want it back in the 360 forum, at least, until we get the format subforums.

Hopefully Cheapy will do that some time soon because as it is, this is a mess.

[staplerwow]

Why is this stickied?

[LinkinPrime]

I want it back in the 360 forum, at least, until we get the format subforums.

Hopefully Cheapy will do that some time soon because as it is, this is a mess.

I totally agree, I just asked CheapyD if he could create a new forum where users can discuss films, tv, and DVD/HD DVD/Blu-Ray news. Hopefully he agrees and I'll just move it over there when it comes up.

Again, sorry for all this confussion guys.

[thrustbucket]

I want it back in the 360 forum, at least, until we get the format subforums.

Hopefully Cheapy will do that some time soon because as it is, this is a mess.

I would agree. I am not real happy that DVD, BD, and HD DVD are all in one forum, it's harder to find and keep track of deals.

I'd prefer this thread stay in 360, and help keep track of deals as well - Until cheapy makes sub-forums for each format.

[Sporadic]

I totally agree, I just asked CheapyD if he could create a new forum where users can discuss films, tv, and DVD/HD DVD/Blu-Ray news.

No sir, I don't like it.

Only thing I want is a HD-DVD & Blu-Ray subforums for the DVD forum.

[guyver2077]

cmon.... get the hype rollin..

shrek out tomorrow!!!

ofcourse sony counters with the b0g0...

Also while on the topic of this thread...i did like that it was stickied... made it alot easier to get to...

but....

Dont know if this thread should always be only about the addon...we can prob get more people to jump aboard in the dvd forums

[Richlough]

Anyone hyped for Bladerunner up in here ?

I'm going for the normal 5 disc edition .

It comes out Dec 18 .

[KingDox]

I like this thread in the 360 forum. Most of us seem to have add ons vs Stand alone players so it makes sense ti keep it here.

[KaneRobot]

I like this thread in the 360 forum. Most of us seem to have add ons vs Stand alone players so it makes sense ti keep it here.
That is changing though - heck, even some of the "regulars" of this thread have moved on to standalones. The 360 AO was great because it was a cheap way to get into HD. Now it isn't necessarily the best deal out there anymore, and more people are buying standalone players.

[Deadpool]

Equillibrium is becoming OOS pretty much everywhere since from what I've heard its out of print. If you guys are on the fence I'd suggest hitting up XploitedCinema.com asap, mine shipped today :D

Bastard. I wanted to wait for a damned price drop.

[guyver2077]

for anyone with an a2.. dont know if anyone mentioned anywhere but theres a new update out.. 2.7

http://www.tacp.toshiba.com/tacpassets-images/notices/hddvd2firmware.asp

I havent dont it yet since im busy playing with the a3

[doctorfaustus]

Anyone hyped for Bladerunner up in here ?

I'm going for the normal 5 disc edition .

It comes out Dec 18 .

Super-hyped over here. I'm getting the full-on deluxe one with the gimmicky toys. I forget, does it include the most recent version of the film? the one that is currently being shown in theaters?

[Richlough]

Super-hyped over here. I'm getting the full-on deluxe one with the gimmicky toys. I forget, does it include the most recent version of the film? the one that is currently being shown in theaters?

double post :-\"

[Richlough]

Super-hyped over here. I'm getting the full-on deluxe one with the gimmicky toys. I forget, does it include the most recent version of the film? the one that is currently being shown in theaters?

I would imagine , that's one of the reasons it's coming out .
I think there are 4 versions .

[Sporadic]

I would imagine , that's one of the reasons it's coming out .
I think there are 4 versions .

There's 5

Disc One
RIDLEY SCOTT'S ALL-NEW "FINAL CUT" VERSION OF THE FILM

Disc Three
1982 THEATRICAL VERSION

1982 INTERNATIONAL VERSION

1992 DIRECTOR'S CUT

Disc Five
WORKPRINT VERSION

----------------

It's been awhile since we seen some photos of people's collections. Here's a pic of mine, I'm going to have to move to a third shelf in a few days with the arrival of Cream/Deep Purple/Perfume.

http://img146.imageshack.us/img146/484/2shelfhdvdfinalzt0.jpg

[Richlough]

There's 5

Disc One
RIDLEY SCOTT'S ALL-NEW "FINAL CUT" VERSION OF THE FILM

Disc Three
1982 THEATRICAL VERSION

1982 INTERNATIONAL VERSION

1992 DIRECTOR'S CUT

Disc Five
WORKPRINT VERSION

----------------

It's been awhile since we seen some photos of people's collections. Here's a pic of mine, I'm going to have to move to a third shelf in a few days with the arrival of Cream/Deep Purple/Perfume.


:) I low-balled it to play it safe .

How does the Pianist look ? I'm really wanting it when it comes out domestically .

Also is there anywhwere to get a replacement case ?
My Donner Cut has a broken hub .

[SteveMcQ]

Anyone hyped for Bladerunner up in here ?

I'm going for the normal 5 disc edition .

It comes out Dec 18 .Absolutely. I've never seen it. And amazingly enough, I don't even think I've seen a 1-minute snippet of the movie anywhere. Checking my Amazon orders though, I seemed to have ordered it for Blu-Ray. I went with the briefcase set, but I don't know why I initially put in my order for Blu-Ray. I'm gonna miss not having bookmarks. Now I'm deciding whether to switch over to HD.

[Richlough]

Absolutely. I've never seen it. And amazingly enough, I don't even think I've seen a 1-minute snippet of the movie anywhere. Checking my Amazon orders though, I seemed to have ordered it for Blu-Ray. I went with the briefcase set, but I don't know why I initially put in my order for Blu-Ray. I'm gonna miss not having bookmarks. Now I'm deciding whether to switch over to HD.

I don't know if it has any HDi features or not .

[LinkinPrime]

Never seen Bladerunner but the way Richlough is pimping it, I might get it.

[Richlough]

Never seen Bladerunner but the way Richlough is pimping it, I might get it.

It's a modern classic ! A must get HD DVD , the [I]normal 5 disc set is a no-brainer .

I think it's $27.95 on Amazon now (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UBMZ4S/ref=amb_link_5793252_1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=asin-coop-gp-1-F&pf_rd_r=0CE419Q8PKCYVG27VQ78&pf_rd_t=2801&pf_rd_p=322532001&pf_rd_i=193642011-landing-asin-coop-1) . I'll wait to see the price in the Sunday ads for the coresponding week , it's sure to be on sale .

[KaneRobot]

At AVS, someone went through and made a projected "big names list" for 2008 for both formats. Looking at the Dreamworks & Paramount stuff for '08, it makes the exclusivity deal seem even better for HD DVD:

Bee Movie, Beowulf, Sweeney Todd 1-18-08/Cloverfield, The Spiderwick Chronicles, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (which may be dual format), Tropic Thunder, and Iron Man.

And that's not everything, I removed a few I didn't care about. Throw in a few AAA catalog titles and it'll be a REALLY strong year for Paramount's stuff.

[thrustbucket]

Saw Beowulf last night. That will be a must buy Paramount. Although half of the enjoyment of the movie was the 3D, I hope someone creates a consumer grade 3D system soon for home.

[rsigley]

2001 is now finally shipping from Warner, got it today

[rsigley]

----------------

It's been awhile since we seen some photos of people's collections.


here's mine

http://rsigley.com/hd1.jpg
http://rsigley.com/hd2.jpg

some blu mixed in top, and a couple stacked on top can't see (apocalypto, ratatouille, primeval, premonition)

need more space tho cause got a bunch coming from amazon + j&r

anyone have suggestions for good storage for > 200 movies or so

[LinkinPrime]

Anyone watch Shrek The Third on HD DVD yet? Mine should be arriving any day now...hopefully.

[Midnite]

Anyone watch Shrek The Third on HD DVD yet? Mine should be arriving any day now...hopefully.

Watched a little of it last night, looked pretty nice. Going to finish watching it tonight or watch Oceans 13.

[LinkinPrime]

I just checked out DreamworksAnimation.com to see what kind of stuff to look forward to hitting HD DVD and they have some pretty good stuff:

Bee Movie
Kung Fu Panda
http://youtube.com/watch?v=dBgxCzMgE9A Madagascar: Crate Escape (possibly early 2008)
Monster vs. Aliens (2009) - 50's Monster movie in a modern day action/comedy
http://img140.imageshack.us/img140/1083/monstersvsalienswm9.png

http://www.dreamworksanimation.com/

Top that off with hopefully catalog releases of: Shrek, Shrek 2, Madagascar, Over The Hedge, Shark Tale, Flushed Away...:D

[thrustbucket]

I recently read that Dreamworks intends to make all future animations 3D

[Sporadic]

How does the Pianist look ? I'm really wanting it when it comes out domestically .

It's been awhile since I've watched it but from what I remember, it looks pretty good. It gets a little grainy in some spots but besides that.

here's mine

http://rsigley.com/hd1.jpg
http://rsigley.com/hd2.jpg

some blu mixed in top, and a couple stacked on top can't see (apocalypto, ratatouille, primeval, premonition)

need more space tho cause got a bunch coming from amazon + j&r

anyone have suggestions for good storage for > 200 movies or so

I have one of those rotating DVD towers. The HD-DVDs are taking up 2 shelves on the front side and the tower has 5 DVD shelves on each side. I paid $100-150 for it a few years ago at Best Buy.

Where did you get a non-silver sided Bourne Supremacy?

[guyver2077]

i dont think my supremacy is silver sided....

[guyver2077]

just in case anyones on the fence..

Shrek 3 comes out to 22.XX after coupon at deepdiscount.

http://www.deepdiscount.com/Shrek-the-Third-Hi-Def-Top-Sellers_stcVVproductId22966778VVcatId466299VVviewp rod.htm

[munch]

Kung-Fu Panda looks money. I hate animal animated films, besides Madagascar, but I'll give that one a shot.

[Richlough]

here's mine

http://rsigley.com/hd1.jpg
http://rsigley.com/hd2.jpg

some blu mixed in top, and a couple stacked on top can't see (apocalypto, ratatouille, primeval, premonition)

need more space tho cause got a bunch coming from amazon + j&r

anyone have suggestions for good storage for > 200 movies or so

How's the T2 import , I have 3 different DVDs already of it but I think I need to get the HD DVD .

Also , that reminds me I need to get Mallrats .

[Sporadic]

How's the T2 import , I have 3 different DVDs already of it but I think I need to get the HD DVD .

It's fantastic looking and it's a 2 disc set (1 theatrical version with forced resizeable subs where you can put it in the black bar, 2 director's cut)

[thrustbucket]

It's fantastic looking and it's a 2 disc set (1 theatrical version with forced resizeable subs where you can put it in the black bar, 2 director's cut)

Does it have the original super size 35mm aspect ratio?

[LinkinPrime]

I posted this on the deals forum but just in case any of you missed it:

The Bourne Trilogy for $49.95 @ Amazon.com (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000YMBBH0)

That's $16.65 per title. Ultimatum is a HD DVD/DVD combo disc so it retails for about $29.99

[Sporadic]

Does it have the original super size 35mm aspect ratio?

I'm not sure, what would that be?

It's listed as 2:35 on the back of the case.

[thrustbucket]

I'm not sure, what would that be?

It's listed as 2:35 on the back of the case.

Go here (http://www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/Bay/2933/favaspectratio.html)and scroll down to Super 35.

[guyver2077]

So if anyone cares i have been comparing the loading speeds of the a2 and a3

So far the a2 is a tad faster with the initial bootup and loading movies.

A2 Initial Bootup- 30 Secs


A3 Initial Bootup- 36 Secs

Hopefully some more updates can tighten up the a3

Also my a3 remote happens to work with the a2 as well.. interesting

[thrustbucket]

So if anyone cares i have been comparing the loading speeds of the a2 and a3

So far the a2 is a tad faster with the initial bootup and loading movies.

A2 Initial Bootup- 30 Secs


A3 Initial Bootup- 36 Secs

Hopefully some more updates can tighten up the a3

Also my a3 remote happens to work with the a2 as well.. interesting

None of that is really surprising. From what I understand, the A3 was basically an attempt at getting the A2 cheaper to manufacture and thus eventually cheaper to sell.

[guyver2077]

nonetheless i can still give it a thumbs up..atleast in my situation it works better since it send the bitstream audio as dd instead of dts...

The only titile im having a somewhat issue with is Silent Hill. It still sends the audio as dts. I noticed this is a dts-hd movie so perhaps it cant decode to dd...

[CocheseUGA]

Has anyone seen Oceans Trilogy in-store anywhere? I'm having doubts it was released on time, at least B&M-wise.

[LinkinPrime]

Blu-Ray and HD DVD players up for Amazon's Vote. Current Standings:
http://img91.imageshack.us/img91/7769/highdefwi9.png
More details here:
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=159617

I wouldn't mind scoring the A35 for that price :D

_______________________________

Oh and just a heads up, there will be no Bourne Trilogy Giftset for HD DVD, atleast not this year.
http://www.highdefdigest.com/news/show/Disc_Announcements/Universal/Universal_Says_No_to_Jason_Bourne_Collection_HD_DV D_/1171

[guyver2077]

lol yea i could use a 4th hd player

[Richlough]

Transformers, Blood Diamond, 300 and Heroes: Season 1 are those HD DVD titles that have web-enabled extras.

Are there any others ?

[LinkinPrime]

Transformers, Blood Diamond, 300 and Heroes: Season 1 are those HD DVD titles that have web-enabled extras.

Are there any others ?

Knocked Up, Evan Almighty...that's all I can remember for now.

[Sporadic]

Transformers, Blood Diamond, 300 and Heroes: Season 1 are those HD DVD titles that have web-enabled extras.

Are there any others ?

Motorhead: Stage Fright has them.

[LinkinPrime]

Did you guys get a survey from Warner Bros via email?
This is the title:
"Participate in an interesting research study for Warnerbrosvideo.com"

It basically asks if you know of HD DVD and Blu-Ray and which one(s) do you own and shop movies for. Also has a lot of questions for TV DVD shows and Warnerbros online purchases of TV DVD shows. When I finished I got a little message that said thank you and some other stuff but the window closed automatically before I could read it.

Makes me wonder if they are partly using the survey to see if they should stay neutral or choose a side.

[thrustbucket]

Did you guys get a survey from Warner Bros via email?
This is the title:
"Participate in an interesting research study for Warnerbrosvideo.com"

It basically asks if you know of HD DVD and Blu-Ray and which one(s) do you own and shop movies for. Also has a lot of questions for TV DVD shows and Warnerbros online purchases of TV DVD shows. When I finished I got a little message that said thank you and some other stuff but the window closed automatically before I could read it.

Makes me wonder if they are partly using the survey to see if they should stay neutral or choose a side.

Yeah I did it this morning. Wonder how much bearing it has in their decision.

[Richlough]

Did you guys get a survey from Warner Bros via email?
This is the title:
"Participate in an interesting research study for Warnerbrosvideo.com"

It basically asks if you know of HD DVD and Blu-Ray and which one(s) do you own and shop movies for. Also has a lot of questions for TV DVD shows and Warnerbros online purchases of TV DVD shows. When I finished I got a little message that said thank you and some other stuff but the window closed automatically before I could read it.

Makes me wonder if they are partly using the survey to see if they should stay neutral or choose a side.

Is there a link or did you have to get it sent to you ?

Are the movies in this set in the original boxes in a cardboard slipcase or some different way ?

The Best of HD DVD, Volume Three (Blazing Saddles / The Departed / GoodFellas / Superman - The Movie) [HD DVD]

[LinkinPrime]

Just got Ghost Rider and Equilibrium...though Equilibrium came in a regular DVD case which I thought was pretty weak.

http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/4550/1115071827aac8.jpg

[Deadpool]

I posted this on the deals forum but just in case any of you missed it:

The Bourne Trilogy for $49.95 @ Amazon.com (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000YMBBH0)

That's $16.65 per title. Ultimatum is a HD DVD/DVD combo disc so it retails for about $29.99

Thank you. I've been looking for that.

[Sporadic]

Just got Ghost Rider and Equilibrium...though Equilibrium came in a regular DVD case which I thought was pretty weak.

http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/4550/1115071827aac8.jpg

Yeah, just about every Japanese HD-DVD comes in a DVD case except for Band Of Brothers.

Didn't you notice the DVD case holding The Machinist on my shelf?

[LinkinPrime]

Yeah, just about every Japanese HD-DVD comes in a DVD case except for Band Of Brothers.

Didn't you notice the DVD case holding The Machinist on my shelf?

I saw it, I just figured the red case was damaged in shipping or something and you switched it for DVD case. I think I'm starting to regret my purchase, the menu alone sucks, its the worst HD DVD menu ever, actually probably worst than any DVD ever. At certain scenes it looks like an upconverted version of the DVD, though I don't have the DVD to compare it with. I think I'm going to put this one up on eBay or my trade list if I ever get around to adding the stuff I want.

[Deadpool]

I saw it, I just figured the red case was damaged in shipping or something and you switched it for DVD case. I think I'm starting to regret my purchase, the menu alone sucks, its the worst HD DVD menu ever, actually probably worst than any DVD ever. At certain scenes it looks like an upconverted version of the DVD, though I don't have the DVD to compare it with. I think I'm going to put this one up on eBay or my trade list if I ever get around to adding the stuff I want.

Think of me when you do. I got the Bourne trilogy pre-ordered instead of picking it up.

[LinkinPrime]

Heads up: CC is having a B2G1 sale next week sale runs 11/17-11/21
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=159863

[Sporadic]

My five free movies showed up today!

They must have figured out that people don't like their movies scarred because the barcode scratch isn't that bad on Seabiscuit.

http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/6296/5f1xs5.jpg
http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/4181/5f2yl6.jpg

I saw it, I just figured the red case was damaged in shipping or something and you switched it for DVD case. I think I'm starting to regret my purchase, the menu alone sucks, its the worst HD DVD menu ever, actually probably worst than any DVD ever.

Really? My Machinist HD-DVD doesn't have that bad of a menu at all.

[LinkinPrime]

My five free movies showed up today!

They must have figured out that people don't like their movies scarred because the barcode scratch isn't that bad on Seabiscuit.

http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/6296/5f1xs5.jpg
http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/4181/5f2yl6.jpg



Really? My Machinist HD-DVD doesn't have that bad of a menu at all.
Nice, I hope mine come soon.

I'll try to take a pic of the DVD menu, seriously its laughable.

As far as my Ocean's Trilogy from WB, I emailed them and they said its on backorder and It will ship in 1-2 weeks.

[Sporadic]

Heads up, 47% off certain Universal HD-DVDs ($15.99/18.49) at Amazon.

http://cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=159978

[LinkinPrime]

Check Sunday's paper (11/18) for Paramount/Dreamworks MFR $5 off coupons for Transformers and Shrek The Third
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=160029

[DomLando]

Check Sunday's paper (11/18) for Paramount/Dreamworks MFR $5 off coupons for Transformers and Shrek The Third
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=160029
You think these would combine with a Reward zone coupon?

[ryanbph]

I have to stop buying these movies the week of release, so I can cash in on some of the great sales they have.

[LinkinPrime]

As Sporadic mentioned in the format war thread: Idiana Jones and Godfather coming to HD DVD...in Norway.
http://forums.highdefdigest.com/showthread.php?t=26371
Translated:

-Any goodies from the archives (next year) ?

- Yes, both the Godfather-movies and the Indiana Jones-movies will come out on HD DVD next year, says the norwegian Paramount boss.

[Layd Dly]

picked up shaun of the dead from the amazon sale.

[Sporadic]

As Sporadic GizmoGC mentioned in the format war thread: Idiana Jones and Godfather coming to HD DVD...in Norway.
http://forums.highdefdigest.com/showthread.php?t=26371

Fixed :) but if that does happen I will import the fuck out of Indiana Jones (since Godfather is rumored for a release in America sometime in 2008)

[LinkinPrime]

Fixed :) but if that does happen I will import the fuck out of Indiana Jones (since Godfather is rumored for a release in America sometime in 2008)

Oh, sorry dude, I thought it was you.

[guyver2077]

got my shrek yesterday in the mail... will prob watch it today

[rsigley]

doesn't look like anything good coming out til bourne which is nice for my wallet

might pick up hot rod, but besides that its just catalog titles

bad time for it IMO, hearing tons of HD DVD commercials on TV and radio, then have a lull of new releases for a couple weeks

[LinkinPrime]

I got Old School coming, then Bourne Ultimatum and after that I think I'm done for the year.

[guyver2077]

I got Old School coming, then Bourne Ultimatum and after that I think I'm done for the year.

o no your not.. did you forget we have a buy day coming

There is also a new update for the a3... downloading now via player

[LinkinPrime]

o no your not.. did you forget we have a buy day coming

There is also a new update for the a3... downloading now via player
:lol: I did my part this year...I got close to 70 titles...over 70 if you separate box sets. Oh I forgot, I have to get Crank which should be out in December in Germany and Fantastic Four Rise of The Silver Surfer.

[nyprimus4]

Reccommended movies to start off with? I'm getting the 360 add-on soon.

[LinkinPrime]

Reccommended movies to start off with? I'm getting the 360 add-on soon.
Transformers
The Departed
Batman Begins
V For Vendetta
Fast & The Furious
2 Fast 2 Furious
Mission Impossible Set
Matrix Trilogy
Bourne Trilogy (currently at Amazon.com for 49.99 (http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/%5Bquote=nyprimus4;3609253%5DReccommended%20movies %20to%20start%20off%20with?%20I%27m%20getting%20th e%20360%20add-on%20soon.%5B/quote%5D))Speaking of Amazon.com...unless your TV supports 1080p, I recommend going with the A3, which is currently $199 and comes with 10 free movies:
Get 10 Free HD DVDs and a Player for $199

Here's How It Works:
1. Purchase the Toshiba HD-A3 HD DVD player (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000U62N1S/ref=amb_link_5900732_1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-1&pf_rd_r=0NANX78NEMGV9C344MVW&pf_rd_t=1401&pf_rd_p=331132101&pf_rd_i=1000167901) from Amazon.com for $199. (Limit five per customer. Quantities are limited; order now before we run out!)
2. Select three HD DVDs from the list below and make your purchase--the promotional discount will be applied at checkout. You will see a credit in your Shopping Cart.
3. Get 300 and The Bourne Identity packaged with your player.
4. Get five more discs for free: Download the mail-in rebate form (http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html/ref=amb_link_5900732_2?location=http://images.amazon.com/media/i3d/01/5free_oct07feb08_form_2.pdf&token=3E2797B7430753B689D75DA0BCBA7FFA0A67A770&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-1&pf_rd_r=0NANX78NEMGV9C344MVW&pf_rd_t=1401&pf_rd_p=331132101&pf_rd_i=1000167901) and print it out. When you receive your player, fill out the form with your choice of movies--you'll need the UPC code located on the player's package--and send it in to the address indicated on the form by March 31, 2008.
5. Set up your new player and marvel at the stunning picture, sound, and bonus features available with high-definition entertainment. Happy viewing!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html/ref=amb_link_5902112_5?ie=UTF8&docId=1000167901&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-1&pf_rd_r=1NNBN6RE42XHZQR1BMEP&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=331242601&pf_rd_i=193642011

[KaneRobot]

Reccommended movies to start off with? I'm getting the 360 add-on soon.
Highest recommendations for Planet Earth (if you're interested in that sort of thing), Batman Begins, and Fearless. As far as "show off discs" that are questionable in content quality but look and sound great....Transfomers and the Matrix Trilogy are easy recommends.

Fearless is one of the most overlooked and underappreciated HD DVDs out there - excellent picture quality and an excellent film.

[Sporadic]

Some of my favorite HD-DVDs are Galapagos (think Planet Earth but focused solely on the Galapagos islands), Hot Fuzz/Shaun Of The Dead (great comedies), Seabiscuit (not only good looking but good story) and The Fountain (weird as shit).

One of the things I suggest doing is grabbing either a Blockbuster or Netflix account. Even though I buy alot of movies, it's really nice to be able to check them out first.

[xeno]

Transformers
300
TMNT
Smoking aces
heros

thos are good

[Sporadic]

Damn, sales taking all of my money.

Ended up ordering Elizabeth, Pride and Prejudice, Tremors, The Bourne Trilogy and Unleashed.

Almost all of them are blind buys so hopefully I didn't make a massive mistake.

[rsigley]

Damn, sales taking all of my money.

Ended up ordering Elizabeth, Pride and Prejudice, Tremors, The Bourne Trilogy and Unleashed.

Almost all of them are blind buys so hopefully I didn't make a massive mistake.

how much was tremors? cheapest i see is $19.99

not sure if i want to upgrade from my $9.99 tremors 4 pack for that price

[Sporadic]

how much was tremors? cheapest i see is $19.99

not sure if i want to upgrade from my $9.99 tremors 4 pack for that price

I got that, Elizabeth & Pride and Prejudice from Deep Discount with their 20% off sale.

Came out to $52.68 or $17.56 per movie. Not fantastic but it's better than Amazon and Tremors/P&P just came out yesterday.

The Bourne Trilogy was $49.95 while Unleashed was $15.99

[KaneRobot]

http://i19.tinypic.com/6pf3l3q.jpg

[KaneRobot]

...just kidding.

[Jedi1979]

http://i19.tinypic.com/6pf3l3q.jpg


lol...the ultimate Blu-ray killer:lol:

[Ruined]

Blu-Ray Disc Association sinks to new low with childish YouTube attack ads

Just when you though you've seen it all, it has been confirmed that the Blu-Ray Disc Association has launched (un)professional viral attack ads against HD DVD on YouTube:
http://www.homemediamagazine.com/news/html/breaking_article.cfm?article_id=11591

Desperation has set in, perhaps, with no answer to the $199 HD-A3?

[Sporadic]

Blu-Ray Disc Association sinks to new low with childish YouTube attack ads

Just when you though you've seen it all, it has been confirmed that the Blu-Ray Disc Association has launched (un)professional viral attack ads against HD DVD on YouTube:
http://www.homemediamagazine.com/news/html/breaking_article.cfm?article_id=11591

Desperation has set in, perhaps, with no answer to the $199 HD-A3?

Sad and funny at the same time.

I hope this lands them in deep shit (again)

[LinkinPrime]

Blu-Ray Disc Association sinks to new low with childish YouTube attack ads

Just when you though you've seen it all, it has been confirmed that the Blu-Ray Disc Association has launched (un)professional viral attack ads against HD DVD on YouTube:
http://www.homemediamagazine.com/news/html/breaking_article.cfm?article_id=11591

Desperation has set in, perhaps, with no answer to the $199 HD-A3?

I totally had a feeling it was them. Seemed like too much for a fanboy to make up.

[KaneRobot]

Eh, no big deal. Sony has done that pseudo-viral stuff before...it's just preaching to the choir, I don't see anyone on the fence or clueless about the format feeling that they must buy Blu-Ray just from those ads.


Planet Earth has somehow found itself back in the top 10 at Amazon. Guess all those new A2 owners are picking up a few of the essentials.

[Richlough]

Planet Earth has somehow found itself back in the top 10 at Amazon. Guess all those new A2 owners are picking up a few of the essentials.

I wouldn't dare say this in that other thread but , but it's because HD DVD owners are smarter . 8-)

[GizmoGC]

http://i19.tinypic.com/6pf3l3q.jpg

I will import the fuck out of that!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[gunm]

I have to admit, the second vid seems dangerously ironic for BR. They should stick to highlighting features and making sure studios stay loyal or else they'll be the one ending up "in the closet".

[guyver2077]

just finished shrek 3.. i dont think it was too bad..

the bee movie trailer looks amazing

the extras are awesome.. has music scenes for dreamworks other movies.. they all look great

[GizmoGC]

I have to admit, the second vid seems dangerously ironic for BR. They should stick to highlighting features and making sure studios stay loyal or else they'll be the one ending up "in the closet".

You mean like the Betamax Player? I'm shocked they didn't ad all the other Sony failures as well. Minidsic, Pro Duo cards (which are only around because Sony PSPs and Sony Cameras use them), UMDs (only around because of the PSP) and several other Sony formats.

[gunm]

Anybody getting/got Star Trek Season 1? Tempted with DD sale, but soooo expensive...

[LinkinPrime]

Saw Shrek The Third on my HD-A3 last night...It looks and sounds fantastic!

[GizmoGC]

Anybody getting/got Star Trek Season 1? Tempted with DD sale, but soooo expensive...

Buy it in store...Apparently the set is very fragile is is breaking like nuts. My local BB had the set out and I picked it up and instantly thought it was a child's rattle.

[GizmoGC]

Saw Shrek The Third on my HD-A3 last night...It looks and sounds fantastic!

The extras apparently look better then movie! They were encoded differently. I plan on renting this one eventually.

[gunm]

Hm, ST S1 in store? Nah, I guess I'll pass.

Shrek 3 on the other hand...

[Ice2Dragon]

Star Trek hd dvd is 120 and change at Costco.

Beats the hell outta 179 with tax :)

[thrustbucket]

The extras apparently look better then movie! They were encoded differently. I plan on renting this one eventually.

They look different, but I don't know about better. Interestingly Shrek 3 is first to be encoded with a new version of VC-1 which some people are saying is a new watermark for reference. But the extras use the AVC codec (which is often accused of sharpening - but some people like it)

[Bezerker]

Man. Amazon has the A3 for $160 w/ 10 free movies. I dont want to spend the money, but it says it wont be in stock for 4-5 weeks, so i can at least use that an excuse.

I'm in for one, i'll wait a week til its supposed to ship then ill sell off the 360 player.

[Sporadic]

Man. Amazon has the A3 for $160 w/ 10 free movies. I dont want to spend the money, but it says it wont be in stock for 4-5 weeks, so i can at least use that an excuse.

I'm in for one, i'll wait a week til its supposed to ship then ill sell off the 360 player.

I really doubt that price will be there long. If you want to jump on it, now's the chance.

[LinkinPrime]

Just came from the movies and watched Beowulf and Bee Movie....WOW those are going to be awesome additions to the HD DVD family early next year.

[rsigley]

yea I downloaded the Bee Movie trailer in HD from xbox live and it looked amazing in 720p

my girlfriend was even amazed

all the theaters around here are old so it didnt look that great there, but i know its just bc of their setup

[guyver2077]

in case anyone hasnt noticed..

i think our preferred format has picked up some momentum...its won 5 straight days at amazon...and we have a buy week coming up...

cmon ppl!

tuesdays gonna be big...achor fucking man!

[LinkinPrime]

Any deals on Anchorman pop up yet? I already got Old School coming my way.

[guyver2077]

sadly the ddd sale will be long gone.. will have to eat up the 19.99 amazon price..

[Sporadic]

I should be getting Anchorman from Blockbuster Online.

[Sporadic]

New stuff up at Xploited

Flyboys - $34.95
http://xploitedcinema.com/catalog/flyboys-dutch-release-p-13145.html

Lord Of War - $26.95
http://xploitedcinema.com/catalog/lord-dutch-release-p-13140.html

Reservoir Dogs - $26.95
http://xploitedcinema.com/catalog/reservoir-dogs-dutch-release-p-13141.html

Saw III - $34.95
http://xploitedcinema.com/catalog/dutch-release-p-13146.html

[LinkinPrime]

Lord of War is cheap at 26.95 specially since its an import...tempting.

[Sporadic]

Lord of War is cheap at 26.95 specially since its an import...tempting.

Yeah, I bought Reservoir Dogs myself.

$30.02 after USPS first class shipping.

Shame they didn't get Amazing Planet or Running Scared.

[captainfrizo]

Lord of War is extremely tempting. I love that movie.

Edit: I couldn't resist and pulled the trigger.

[halfbent]

Outpost has a few 12.99 movies currently - http://shop1.outpost.com/template/dvd

Shaun of the Dead, Dawn of the Dead, Mercury Rising, Pitch Black, Unleashed

[Sporadic]

Outpost has a few 12.99 movies currently - http://shop1.outpost.com/template/dvd

Shaun of the Dead, Dawn of the Dead, Mercury Rising, Pitch Black, Unleashed

Seem to be the same titles at Amazon for a few dollars cheaper.

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=159978

Good deal if you are close to a Fry's

[halfbent]

Oh, I need to watch that forum too! ;)

At least I only ordered one so I didn't lose much.

[GizmoGC]

Hot Rod any good?

[anomynous]

Hot Rod any good?
Simply put: No

[rsigley]

anyone have problems with Chuck and Larry? About 1 hour 30 mins in and it froze, now it won't even boot the HD DVD

just keeps saying that its not a DVD disk

its brand new and this is toshiba a-35

[rsigley]

argh got it going again and then error code 408bc504

this always happens with universal titles and combo disks

why can't they get rid of them

[Sporadic]

Did you update the firmware?

[rsigley]

Did you update the firmware?

yep latest firmware

can't even turn it off just freezes so i have to unplug it

serves me right for watching that movie, but now i will never know the outcome of their court trial

[rsigley]

it's weird cause the regular dvd side wouldn't even play in the player even after i cleared the memory for the movie

popped it into my 360 add on and the movie finished fine in HD

good thing i held onto it i guess

the features were pretty disappointing, but at least they were in HD which is nice.

hopefully universal will continue that

[LinkinPrime]

Merry Christmas to me:

http://areahd.dvdtiefpreise.com/img/title/crank_hddvd_ger.jpg
Coming 12/3/2007...Here's the specs: http://areahd.dvdtiefpreise.com/?p=188

Info found by: http://forums.highdefdigest.com/showthread.php?t=27228

I can't wait for this release!

[captainfrizo]

Crank on HD-DVD? Kick ass. That's one of my top movies I wanted to have on HD-DVD, import or otherwise. I'm in.

[rsigley]

HDD gave Hot Rod pretty bad review on video/audio, going to skip it til its cheaper

Gonna grab Anchorman/Old School (never seen them) this week along with Omega Man eventually when I got a big enough WHV order

[LinkinPrime]

anyone have problems with Chuck and Larry? About 1 hour 30 mins in and it froze, now it won't even boot the HD DVD

just keeps saying that its not a DVD disk

its brand new and this is toshiba a-35
I got the error code around the beginning of the trial as well with my A3. Stopped it with no issues though, tried it again and it froze. Tried my HD DVD player and it worked flawlessly.

Another issue I had with the disc is that when I stopped it, and resumed play, it would start from the very beginning.

Pretty good film though, enjoyed it had a ton of laughs and Jessica Biel :drool: :shock:

[guyver2077]

damn amazon removed the universal titles from the b2g1.

[KaneRobot]

I've been wanting a feature like this for years, technical limits of DVD be damned.

I never actually thought it would happen.

highdefdigest.com:

Promising to bring high-def interconnectivity to a new level, Warner will introduce a first-ever group screening function with its upcoming HD DVD release of 'Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.'

Dubbed "Live Community Screening," the new feature will allow multiple owners of the 'Order of the Phoenix' HD DVD to simultaneously watch the film via their own individual web-connected players. Playback is controlled by a single "host" user, who initiates the invitation-only viewing, and can control the film by pausing and playing the feature on everyone else's machines. Even more cutting edge, Warner says participants will also be able to text between their remote devices, creating a virtual "live chat" environment while they watch.

Introducing this new feature with little fanfare (it wasn't even mentioned in the disc's press announcement), Warner revealed the complete details of 'Harry Potter's exclusive HD DVD content via this just-launched 'Harry Potter' product page at the newly redesigned thelookandsoundofperfect.com, the official consumer website of the HD DVD Promotions Group.

Set for release on December 11, other content exclusive to the HD DVD of 'Order of the Phoenix' includes a "Behind the Screen: Focus Points" picture-in-picture video commentary, additional downloadable material including screensavers and ringtones, plus a custom bookmarking function.

Although Warner is also debuting a Blu-ray version of 'Order of the Phoenix' day-and-date with the HD DVD, that disc will not include any web-enabled content.

[guyver2077]

hopefully this gets markated or the br versions will prob outsell the hd one as usual.. good to see wb still puts in extras

[Sporadic]

Now that is a pretty cool feature. I wonder if the 360 controller keyboard works on it.

[Sporadic]

In June this year, Warner Home Video has mentioned that there are plans to release the sequel to Appleseed - Appleseed: Ex Machina - on HD DVD.

Warner has now finally confirmed that anime film Appleseed: Ex Machina will be available to own in high-definition on HD DVD/DVD Combo disc, from March 11, 2008, for $35.99 SRP each. Stay tuned for further details...

Based on various sources, it seems Warner is expected to announce the North American HD DVD release of Clubland and L.A. Confidential pretty soon.

Fucking awesome, bring it on Warner.

[KaneRobot]

Be sure to check Amazon today if you voted on the uberdeals...the HD DVD deal won and is up right now (A35 for 150 bucks). I, of course, was not chosen to be among the 500 that the deal was offered to. Fuckers.

[LinkinPrime]

That sounds better than I thought it was. Last I heard it was just a texting feature. Though I probobly won't use it, its still nice to know its out there and it is cutting edge.

[thrustbucket]

Damn it, I voted for that amazon shit but when I go back to the page it tells me I didn't.

Anyway, that new feature seems cool but I don't see how that is going to work unless they intend to add friends lists to your persistent storage somehow.

[guyver2077]

anyone have problems with Chuck and Larry? About 1 hour 30 mins in and it froze, now it won't even boot the HD DVD

just keeps saying that its not a DVD disk

its brand new and this is toshiba a-35

man i just got my copy and im already having issue with the a3..

it wont even boot up now.. i get a system error occurred purple message when trying to play this movie

[Sporadic]

I'm surprised that Assault On Precinct 13 isn't more popular. It isn't the greatest movie but it is a little under-par with the Dawn Of The Dead remake.

Only thing that sucks about it is that the case has a silver side. I fucking can't stand those. They are way too shiny and it's hard to read what's on the side.

[rsigley]

linkin/guyver

did you get your copies from FYE? Maybe the shipment to FYE are messed up

[LinkinPrime]

Yeah, mine came from FYE.

[Ice2Dragon]

Finally got around to watching Old School and Anchorman today.. Great looking movies, decent extras too.

But superbad.. holy god.. I know its an hd dvd forum.. but seriously an amazing movie.. :) Thank god I got it a week early ^_^

[guyver2077]

fye as well

[Sporadic]

I made an Import thread in the DVD Deals/Discussion forum

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=161125

[thrustbucket]

Anyone know of the release date for Shoot Em Up?

All I know is it won't come out on HD DVD until it's spent in the theaters world wide, but I'd like a more firm date since I loved it, probably more excited for it than anything.

[dastly75]

Yeah Shoot Em Up is pretty much what Crank wish it was.

[guyver2077]

ordered anchorman and old school!!

[LinkinPrime]

I'll get Anchorman when Bourne Ultimatum releases, then I can use the $10 paypal coupon at FYE.com

Old School's on its way from BestBuy.com