Blockbuster goes Blu-ray, HD DVD=beta?,

Jaybo, I do not think that Walmart's primary customer base is into cutting edge tech video and audio. I somehow do not see Walmart being a big player in the format wars. I am sure they would still be selling 8-tracks if they could find a source.

I could be wrong. I only go into my local store about twice a year. Walmart is my last resort store and it usually disappoints.

Last year Walmart significantly altered the whole retail video industry with discounted Plasmas. Don't discount, the power of the bottom line and the clout to deliver it. Now that HD DVD players can be bought for $300, don't be surprised if Walmart or another discount giant has a profound effect on the HiDef video market.

Unsound,

I see Walmart as a follower, not a leader. It may jump on a hi-def bandwagon (Blue-Ray or HD DVD)but only after the winner has been decided. Walmart does not make markets (= take risk) for products. It invests in inventory and shelf space after critical mass has been achieved in public demand.

Walmart already carries both BlueRay and HD DVD players.

So tell me, are both these Hi-Def formats in 1020i, or 780p. Nice screw job to all the folks that bought Hi-Def TV's...in 780p. Whoops, now here comes the 1020i format, at $1000.00+ over the 780p TV's. Is anyone [broadcast, cable, or satellite] even offering the 1020i format?

I'm still using a vintage 1996 50" Pioneer analog projection TV, and playing Laser Discs, thank you very much!