Universal Studios has decided not to support Sony's next-gen Blu-ray Disc format, according to a new article.
Sony's Blu-ray launch lineup takes a hit as Universal drops support
According to a PC Magazine article, a Blu-Ray Disc Association representative confirmed that the studio "has decided not to release titles in [the Blu-ray Disc format]," which is backed by games and electronics maker Sony Corp.
The clarification came after a PC Magazine reporter contacted the association seeking evidence of Universal Studios' support of the Blu-ray film format; the company's films had been depicted in an earlier promotional flier trumpeting the advantages of Blu-ray.
"Unfortunately, in the graphics accompanying that [promotional material], a few titles from Universal Studios were depicted," the Blu-ray Disc Association representative clarified to PC Magazine. The Blu-ray representative also promises to send word when "and if" Universal decides to lend support to Blu-ray.
The news doesn't necessarily come as a surprise, though it is a significant blow to Sony's nascent format. Last week, the president of Universal Studios Home Entertainment was quoted as saying "HD DVD has maintained its first-to-market advantage and delivered on the promises of providing the best high definition image and sound quality at the best value," pointing at blogs, reviews, and the experiences of early adopters.
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Sony's Blu-ray launch lineup takes a hit as Universal drops support
According to a PC Magazine article, a Blu-Ray Disc Association representative confirmed that the studio "has decided not to release titles in [the Blu-ray Disc format]," which is backed by games and electronics maker Sony Corp.
The clarification came after a PC Magazine reporter contacted the association seeking evidence of Universal Studios' support of the Blu-ray film format; the company's films had been depicted in an earlier promotional flier trumpeting the advantages of Blu-ray.
"Unfortunately, in the graphics accompanying that [promotional material], a few titles from Universal Studios were depicted," the Blu-ray Disc Association representative clarified to PC Magazine. The Blu-ray representative also promises to send word when "and if" Universal decides to lend support to Blu-ray.
The news doesn't necessarily come as a surprise, though it is a significant blow to Sony's nascent format. Last week, the president of Universal Studios Home Entertainment was quoted as saying "HD DVD has maintained its first-to-market advantage and delivered on the promises of providing the best high definition image and sound quality at the best value," pointing at blogs, reviews, and the experiences of early adopters.
FONTE: http://www.gamepro.com/news.cfm?article_id=81853