I think Ron's right, cost is a major driver. Now that we are seeing really cheap HD-DVD players emerging we may find out if Joe Average gives a flying **** about any HD format

Studio support is also a major factor in the 'war'. If Warner were to do a 'Paramount' it could spell the end for BR.

Cliff

(2HD-DVDs, but no player yet!)

Main system - Sources (Kodi-HTPC, Vero 4k, FireTV, Sat) into Trinnov Altitude 32 (8-16) (+Roon), Trinnov Amplitude 8 amp & Vivid Audio (Giya G3, V1.5) and REL Stentor III speakers. Others: F80 + Raspberry Pi and other Pi systems.