Warner launches "Red2Blu" trade-in program
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That's not bad at all. I'm sure my XBox360 HD-DVD drive is going to kick the bucket sooner or later, and I've got a few WB HD-DVDs.
Also, it would allow me to convert that Harry Potter set to Blu, so they can all be in the same format.
Also, it would allow me to convert that Harry Potter set to Blu, so they can all be in the same format.
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I'm thinking of upgrading my Harry Potter and Ocean HD-DVDs.
Cool thing about the Ocean's HD-DVDs is that it's $9.95 for the set. Cool.
I just might do it.
... and you get to keep the HD-DVD version (sans cover art).
Cool thing about the Ocean's HD-DVDs is that it's $9.95 for the set. Cool.
I just might do it.
... and you get to keep the HD-DVD version (sans cover art).
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I can't tell if its $6.95 for up to 25 discs shipped, or $6.95 each.
edit: just added to cart and its a 1 time fee.
I may do this, I only have 3. Also have the Matrix Collection, but its from the UK, so that's probably a no-go.
edit: just added to cart and its a 1 time fee.
I may do this, I only have 3. Also have the Matrix Collection, but its from the UK, so that's probably a no-go.
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Do you think they will accept the Complete Matrix Trilogy for the Ultimate Matrix Trilogy?
They don't have an option for switching out the regular 3 films, and the UPC number they are accepting for the other one is for the Ultimate one on HD-DVD.
They don't have an option for switching out the regular 3 films, and the UPC number they are accepting for the other one is for the Ultimate one on HD-DVD.
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Hmm, $130 to upgrade 25 HD-DVDs? Maybe another $10 for sales tax? I have to think about it, sounds like a lot of money.
Edit: I count 38 Warner HD-DVDs in my collection. I wonder how they are handling Casablanca?
Edit: I count 38 Warner HD-DVDs in my collection. I wonder how they are handling Casablanca?
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Actually, maybe I should go Blu now. I wonder how much I could get for my Toshiba, a bunch of HD-DVDs and a bunch of non-artwork Warner HD-DVDs?
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I really wish they would've done this sooner, as I've sold off the majority of my HD-DVD's.
Ah well - this seems like a great program for those who haven't made the switch yet.
Ah well - this seems like a great program for those who haven't made the switch yet.
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I wondered about that too. That might be one that's worth it to send in. There is only the box set available, right? Or is there a book one, too?
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Looking through the list, the only bad deal is Blade Runner where they want $15 for a collection that costs under $30 normally. Also, it looks like they are offering the new version of Christmas Story, but I'm not sure if Superman Returns is the new TrueHD version.
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Disappointing they want $14.95 for Blade Runner after trade-in
Looks like I'll be trading over for Planet Earth, Pan's Labyrinth, The Shinning, a couple Harry Potter flicks, Galapagos, Casablanca, and Batman Begins. Will keep 300 until they reissue the Blu-ray.
Looks like I'll be trading over for Planet Earth, Pan's Labyrinth, The Shinning, a couple Harry Potter flicks, Galapagos, Casablanca, and Batman Begins. Will keep 300 until they reissue the Blu-ray.
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Thats not too bad to trade my Harry Potter box set. I feel extra stupid for throwing away my Planet Earth collection because of a broken first disk.
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This might be what it takes for me to finally go Blu. Don't have a BD player yet, but I've been thinking about it. I'm just concerned about software updates, as it's impractical for me to run a broadband connection to the player location due to my house layout.
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I wish Universal would do this. Most of my small collection are Universal disks. I only have 300 and Alexander Revisted from Warner and I don't want to spend a penny to "upgrade" those 2 freebies.
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I went ahead and put in my order, 19 movies (25 if you count Ultimate Matrix and Harry Potter movies) for $125 with tax and shipping. Casablanca is listed as the Ultimate Collector's Edition in the order, so that will be a nice upgrade if that comes through for $5.
Edit: Already received my order confirmation email with the prepaid shipping label attached.
Edit: Already received my order confirmation email with the prepaid shipping label attached.
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Anyone think they'll replace my UK version of Planet Earth?
I sent them an email, I'll post the results when I hear back.
I sent them an email, I'll post the results when I hear back.
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Interesting. Just the sleeves, eh? I'm afraid to look at how many Warner titles I own...$100 for 20 to "convert" from Red to Blu seems like a lot if the discs look and play the same. Might do a select few (Casablanca).
Last edited by Gizmo; 04-22-09 at 09:08 AM.