Total HD Discs Delayed Until 2008

Warner is out to make our high-def lives a little bit easier, but not until at least early 2008. Total HD discs are designed to take the hassle out of the format war, where one movie would be released on one disc that would play in either a Blu-ray or HD-DVD player. It sounds great for both the consumers and the publishing companies, but it seems it’s a little more difficult a task than originally anticipated, hence the delay.

“The Total Hi Def disc is about giving consumers complete choice, providing creators and artists the greatest possible distribution of their work, and helping retailers thrive in the marketplace,” said Kevin Tsujihara, President of Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group, at the CES unveiling. “By eliminating potential apprehension over formats, we believe this new disc could help consumers fully embrace the greatest home entertainment experience available.”

Source: DailyTech