 ptrowskiGot Helix?Premium
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Re: Downloading as we speak.. said by Maondas:How much do shows cost? movies? It's right there....
Movies (48 so far) are only available to rent for 24 hours, while TV shows (50 so far) can be purchased to own. Joystiq has done a good job breaking down the pricing structure, which like other Live content, is based on Microsoft's point system. The breakdown:
New releases
720p HD movies -- 480 MS Points ($6)
480p SD movies -- 320 MS Points ($4)
"Classic" feature film
720p HD movies -- 360 MS Points ($4.50)
480p SD movies -- 240 MS Points ($3)
Television purchase
720p HD television -- 240 MS Points ($3)
480p SD television -- 160 MS Points ($2)
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So renting a 720p HD movie costs $6 and you only have 24 hours to watch it? Typical of MS..... way over priced compared to competitors. Can run down the street and rent it for $3 or subscribe to one of many Netflix type services and keep it as long as I want for less than $6 per month. and good point about hard-drive space. How many purchases (not rentals) do they think they'll sell considering only a few can fix on the drive; then have to delete your purchase in order to rent a movie.... something is seriously broken with their concept. And correct me if I'm wrong, but didn't MS make it so you can't legally upgrade your hard-drive? Or did they just make it so you have to purchase a larger drive from them instead of supporting a competitive market and allow us to buy and install any hard-drive.
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North Aurora, IL | said by Good one MS :
So renting a 720p HD movie costs $6 and you only have 24 hours to watch it? Typical of MS..... way over priced compared to competitors. Can run down the street and rent it for $3 or subscribe to one of many Netflix type services and keep it as long as I want for less than $6 per month. and good point about hard-drive space. How many purchases (not rentals) do they think they'll sell considering only a few can fix on the drive; then have to delete your purchase in order to rent a movie.... something is seriously broken with their concept. And correct me if I'm wrong, but didn't MS make it so you can't legally upgrade your hard-drive? Or did they just make it so you have to purchase a larger drive from them instead of supporting a competitive market and allow us to buy and install any hard-drive.
Pass thanks.
Your comparison is not an even one. I think MS is trying to hit that convenience spot of not having to "go down the street" and rent one. Sure, you have Netflix and other online rentals which are a better deal, but how many users still do not use this type of service? |
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said by Good one MS :
So renting a 720p HD movie costs $6 and you only have 24 hours to watch it? Typical of MS..... way over priced compared to competitors. I wasn't aware that blockbuster was renting HD-DVD and Blu-Ray movies for $3? Oh, that's right, they aren't. The thing about this is that it enables you to watch HD movies and TV shows WITHOUT having to buy a HD-DVD/Blu-Ray player (~$500). I applaud Microsoft for this new service, however, I do wish that you could keep your movies longer, 24 hours isn't long enough for me. |
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In addition, this or any dl service is tailored to a different audience. that want it there when they needed. and do not have to worry of mailing or arranging their queue...
Sure it cost more... but yet again.. I do not watch movies every week (tops 3 a months) why will I pay nextflix 15 bucks.... ($180 a year) if I only rent 60-80 worth of movies. |
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They do not get it!!
I could not said it more clear. That why the 360 is the best. Even if you rent a HD DVD or Blue Ray... the content many of the time is 720. Plus as you said you have to BUY AND EXTRA PICE OF EQUIPMENT. Not HERE!!!! |
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cbrigante2Cubs 20??Premium
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North Aurora, IL | reply to Philmatic
Blockbuster rents HD-DVD online at the same monthly cost as regular dvd. |
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