Universal next to jump HD DVD ship next?
January 11th, 2008 -- by Augie De Blieck Jr.
Dear Microsoft and Toshiba –
Ya ever get that sinking feeling?
Universal HD DVD exclusivity contract has expired, sits non-renewed - Engadget
Daily Variety has confirmed that Universal’s agreement to stick with HD DVD has ended and has not been renewed. Additionally, Paramount has an escape clause in its contract that can be exercised following Warner’s departure from the (now dwindling) HD DVD ranks.
January 11th, 2008 at 1:32 pm
What I find funny is that Universal has now released a statement saying that their “current” plans are to support HD DVD. but the funny thing is just a couple of weeks ago, Warner said that their “current” plan was to support both formats. And we see how that worked out. So, based on their “current” statement, they could announce Blu-ray tomorrow and it would not contradict their “current” plans. I just love these crazy press announcements.
January 11th, 2008 at 10:53 pm
When they’re that careful to parse their words, you know there’s trouble a’brewin’. . .