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I recently received my free Netflix PS3 disk allowing me to stream online videos directly to my Playstation console.  It works extremely well - and will replace the Roku as my primary player of choice for now.  Don’t get me wrong, the Roku is a fantastic device - but you need a sufficiently fast internet connection to prevent sound “dropouts” during playback.

Unfortunately, I don’t have access to a faster connection so this wasn’t an option for me (I love the HD picture and surround sound capabilities of the Roku though - and will use it as my primary device as soon as I can get faster download speeds!).  Until then, I’ll be using the PS3, as I haven’t experienced a sound problem yet!

Much has been made about the highly publicized competition between Sony’s Blu Ray and HD DVD. However, Sony has an asset this time around that is going to make it extremely hard for the HD DVD camp to get an edge: The PS3.

If I am a parent, or just an average Joe, the bottom line is that I want to save money. If I am going to buy a game console, why not choose the one that already has a next generation DVD player built in? Xbox 360? Nope - you have to pay extra for an HD DVD add on. Wii? I am a big fan of the Wii - but nope. This is the reason I bought a PS3, and why many I have talked to have done the same. The point of least resistance is always a good bet.  Plus, they just lowered prices on the Playstation 3.

Combined with the fact that Blu Ray has more major studios in its camp, as well as a 2-to-1 sales advantage over HD DVD, I’d say (for now) that things look good for Sony.