There is still hope for those looking to get Samsung's dual-format
high-def player in time for the holidays. A Samsung spokesperson has told Dealerscope that
the BD-UP5000 will be available at retail in mid to late December. Best of all, the player will be priced $200 less than when it was
originally announced.
Contrary to published reports, as well as its own Amazon.com listing, Samsung’s BD-UP5000
dual-format high-definition disc player is indeed on track to reach the market in “mid-to-late December,” a Samsung spokesperson told
Dealerscope.
The spokesman added that the player “is shipping as we speak, and you will start to see it available at retail later
this month.” In addition, the manufacturer-advertised price has been reduced to $799; it was originally announced as $200 higher, but was
changed due to “recent activities in the marketplace.”
While I can't see myself shelling out $800 for a dual-format
player, this may be good news for those not looking to choose a side in the format war. If you'd like to read more, the entire report
can be found here.
