In alt.cellular.sprintpcs John Navas <spamfilter1@navasgroup.com> wrote:
>
> [shrug] That used to be a significant factor, but memory is not dirt
> cheap, and old memory can be sold in any event. The same issue exists
> with batteries and accessories. I don't see that as limiting consumer
> options, just a factor in the purchase decision.
>

Sony and its practice of vendor lock-in are one of the main reasons that the
Blu-Ray HDDVD wars has not been settled. I think few argue that BluRay is a
better technology, but it may not be worth the cost. (Personally, I believe
the way things are going, Blu-Ray will be the ultimate winner and HDDVD will
go the way of Betamax).

--
Thomas T. Veldhouse

America is the country where you buy a lifetime
supply of aspirin for one dollar, and use it up in two weeks.