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Why doesn't audio count when talking about HD?

I like Netflix a lot; as a company I think they've done an excellent job of understanding the landscape for delivering media in a way that aligns with how I want to consume it at, a price point that's comfortable.  More importantly, they also really seem to listen to their customers and understand that proactively creating a positive experience keeps customers loyal.

That said, it galls me that they are claiming "HD" for content that only has stereo audio.  Doesn't "high definition" connote a better experience in all aspects?  I've had a 5.1+ receiver far longer than a HDTV; isn't decent audio is an integral part of enjoying a movie?  Until they (and other streaming/download solutions) get audio right it's not HD, and it won't replace a real HD (or DVD) experience in my living room.

 

Published Nov 24 2008, 05:58 PM by babgvant
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Coyote said:

Tell that to WBAL 11, the Baltimore NBC affiliate. They don't want to pay for a DD 5.1 license, so I have to watch Chuck and Heroes in 2 channel Pro Logic.  

November 25, 2008 5:59 AM
 

babgvant said:

Unreal.  Now there's something that the FCC should be concentrating on; instead of wasting all their time on "indecency" :)

November 25, 2008 6:59 AM
 

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