Manus-
Couldn't agree more; This forum is a refreshing difference. Even though people here have their clear favorites, for the most part the discussion is related to the various issues and aspects rather than personal bashing on other forums (also a credit to our moderator).

Both formats offer virtually identical capabilities for PQ/AQ; I wish we had one format, so we could focus more on the various studios and player implementations - that's where the differences are even now, but are often allocated to one format or the other....

I'll be glad when it's over; In the meantime I see no alternative but to ride with both for a while - I've become too addicted already.

Reports are very good on the PS3 BD playback and this is a good lower cost option, offering software based upgrades and a good path for resale later to the game playing world if needed. Likewise for those into the Xbox and add on; Although slow to load, I agree with Jerry - the Toshiba has a great solid feel to it.

I like both formats well enough to be satisfied with either; and way more than the danger 2 formats poses to the success of either....

ken
(I barely understood that myself... smile )