Some more news about the latest launch plans for HD DVD capbale DVD players.
"WASHINGTON, DC, United States (UPI) -- The DVD war has just heated up further, as the manufacturer of the Panasonic brand announced that it will start selling next-generation players by autumn.
"Specifically, Japanese conglomerate Matsushita Electric Industrial said that it will be marketing Blu-ray high-definition DVD players for under $1,500 by September. Through the player, Panasonic 'proves its commitment to providing the best high-definition entertainment experience for the home,' the company stated.
"The fact that the company has finally set a date and price tag on the forthcoming DMP-DB10 player is making the battle between the DVD technologies all the more poignant. For the past two years, Matsushita and rival electronics giant Sony have been leading the rallying cry for developing Blu-ray discs, while Toshiba and NEC have led another troop that has been developing the HD DVD. "
So we have a date of launch and a price tag at last. It's pretty steep at $1,500 but we expected this for the first generation. As always if you wait a few months the prices will start to tumble towards a more manageable price for the end user. Although watching films on HD DVD is said to be better quality how many people can actually afford to go out and buy a HD DVD ready TV and player at present?
Thursday 30th at 13:32 
Thursday 30th at 13:32 
