Samsung cancels BD-UP5000 "Duo" format player

"Remains a practical solution" but not going to launch it

Samsung cancels BD-UP5000

6 March 2008 14:26 GMT / By Amy-Mae Elliott

Those hoping to keep the format war alive in their lounges with a dual-format player might be disappointed to note that Samsung's BD-UP5000 is not coming to market in the UK.

A statement released to certain media today has revealed that the Korean company has straight out canceled the planned launch of the player. It reads:

"Now that Blu-ray has been chosen as the next-generation format, the consumer can move forward with confidence and enjoy the incredible experience that Blu-ray offers."

"Samsung believes that a multi-format player like the current BD-UP5000 Duo HD Player offers the best and only solution for consumers that want access to all available High-Definition (HD) titles in the short term."

"It remains a practical solution, but the window of opportunity is smaller than it was before. In light of recent announcements, Samsung will not introduce the BD-UP5500 Duo HD Player."

This means Samsung's next-gen offerings in the UK are now decidedly on the light - and frankly, old - side of things.

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  • I am furious to read that Samsung have canceled the UK launch of the Samsung BD-UP5000 HD DVD/BLU RAY player. I live in Liverpoo UK, and have seen it advertised on Amazon UK and Littlewoods Direct.

    What is the real excuse for not releasing ti in the UK.     Posted by Craig Ellison, England

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