Post by: UncleBob on November 19, 2007, 06:02:44 PM
Ideally, Tobshiba would end up selling these at a loss ($350-$500?), but then, they'd probably still fly off the shelves (what are standard Wiis going for on eBay right now?)... but could this be the thing that lets HD-DVD strike deep into the heart of Sony and Blu-Ray?
Discuss.
Post by: Kairon on November 19, 2007, 06:04:26 PM
Post by: Infernal Monkey on November 19, 2007, 06:18:21 PM
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on November 19, 2007, 06:25:43 PM
But it better be a JPN/US compatible machine(not that I play imports or anything, just that it would probably have to be imported like the Q)
Post by: UncleBob on November 19, 2007, 06:38:25 PM
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Originally posted by: Infernal Monkey
Nah, Wii's awesome because it's simply one console unlike 360 and PS3 which offer more versions than an iPod.
Until the Wii is released in Jet Black, Princess Pink, Navy Blue, Crimson Red, Special Edition Pikachu Yellow...
Post by: Kairon on November 19, 2007, 06:40:18 PM
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Originally posted by: Kairon
If it ups Wii Production, I'm all for it.
Post by: Infernal Monkey on November 19, 2007, 07:15:46 PM
Post by: Rhoq on November 20, 2007, 01:05:49 AM
Post by: UncleBob on November 20, 2007, 01:13:43 AM
Post by: Rhoq on November 20, 2007, 02:20:05 AM
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Originally posted by: UncleBob
But up converted Wii Graphics?
I'm not sure how much better up converting would enhance the graphics on most of the current Wii library. As with DVDs, I assume it would all depend on the quality of the presentation prior to the up convert. Let's be honest here, besides Zelda, SMG and RE:UC what other games would really benefit? Developers have been extremely lazy with the Wii and a lot of the games have been quite fugly. No amount of upscaling would change that.
BUT - To address your idea, I think a $299 price point for an HD DVD Wii is feasible. Despite Blu-ray fanboys claiming otherwise, I believe a few weeks back Toshiba revealed that they are in fact making money on most of their HD DVD player sales (with the exception of the recent Wal-Mart and BestBuy sub $100 sales), I believe it costs approximately $150 to manufacture the current line-up, which MSRPs for $299 and up (but the HD-A3 can be purchased for about $200). Doesn't is cost less than $100 for Nintendo to manufacture each Wii?
UB - while we're on the topic, do you know if the A2 will be on sale for $98 again during Friday or Saturday's "secret" sales at Wal-Mart. A co-worker of mine is looking to pick one up. It's nice to see Toshiba actively doing what they can to gain market share during this most critical time in the HDM war. I've had my A2 since February (bought it for $350, while it was still retailing for $500) and love it.
Post by: vudu on November 20, 2007, 06:08:00 AM
QuoteYou also already own a Wii. I don't think this product is really for a consumer like you.
Originally posted by: Rhoq
I already own a Toshiba HD-A2. I wouldn't have a need for 2 HD DVD players.
Post by: UncleBob on November 20, 2007, 07:46:14 AM
Unfortunately, my store didn't even get any.
