In an interview with Nikkei Electronics, Sony Computer Entertainment President confirmed that negotiations are over between the two consortiums regarding a unified DVD format... So much for consumers, who will certainly very pleased to re-live the VHS/Betamax nightmare scenario...!
Back in May, a little window of opportunity was opened when Toshiba and Sony were supposed to enter true negotiations... Sony will use Blu-ray in their new PS3 (Playstation 3) game console. Meanwhile, Toshiba is preparing for the launch of the new HD-DVD players and products.
Good luck, consumers...