http://www.news.com/8301-10784_3-9873029-7.html

The blogger states that they will be switching by June.

The blogger says...


Not that I doubt it because this is to be expected.

Wow, when the boat sinks, she really goes fast. Of course, there's a lot of chat over on the HDM thread about Toshiba even pulling the plug on HD DVD.
This could be the final straw.
Hopefully this will change the whole "tentative" nature of HDM as it is today.

This is as devotiondoubt says, rests on the credibility of the "..blogger.."

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A30 - PS3

Man I love this news! It was fun while it lasted HD-DVD but it is time to bow out.

OP:

Please keep this topic to one thread in BR software and One in BR hardware. Thanks

Wal-Mart Moving Exclusively Toward Blu-ray Format Movies and Players

Bentonville, Ark., Feb. 15, 2008 - Wal-Mart Stores, U.S. today announces that its 4,000 Wal-Mart and Sam's Club stores will move forward this year with one hi-definition movie and hardware format: Blu-ray. The change will take place quickly over the next several months whereby the retailer will phase out HD DVD offerings and reorganize shelf space. By June, Wal-Mart stores, Sam's Clubs, www.walmart.com and www.samsclub.com will offer only Blu-ray movies and hardware machines, as well as standard definition movies and DVD players, and up converts.

"We've listened to our customers, who are showing a clear preference toward Blu-ray products and movies with their purchases," said Gary Severson, senior vice president, Home Entertainment, Wal-Mart, U.S. "With the customers best interest in all we do, we wanted to share our decision and timeline with them as soon as possible, knowing it will help simplify their purchase decision, increase selection, and increase adoption long term. We anticipate enhancing our selection with continued great values in hi-definition Blu-ray products, so our customers can further enhance their entertainment experience at home."

Wal-Mart will continue to sell through remaining HD DVD product, but in less than 30 days customers will see a more predominant move toward Blu-ray in stores, clubs and online. As the nation's largest retailer, Wal-Mart thoughtfully reviewed all areas and impact in making its decision, and is excited to move forward with one format and share its future plans with customers.


THIS IS WONDERFUL :D

Well that is it then...

In case you don't trust bloggers, here's the CNN Money article about it:

http://money.cnn.com/2008/02/15/technology/wal-mart_blu-ray/index.htm?postversion=2008021511

Please use thread in HDTV Software discussion forum. Thanks.

larry