I figured the release of the 2600 would create an uproar. Anyway, I was reading one of the many HT magazines at Borders today (taking a break from Biochem cause my brain was hurting). I came across a section dealing with HDMI/DVI questions and also the new DVD format wars that are about to begin.
This is some of my two cents... the receivers that are coming out right now or that are set to come out very soon are going to be the transition phase of the HDMI switch. I personally was looking at getting a nice, new receiver and then I started reading about all the new technology that is on its way to the market. So, I made a judgement call and told myself that if I should buy a receiver that will do want I want/need now (and save some money in the process), get some decent speakers (spend a little more on the speakers), and just wait out this whole HDMI thing until the companies get a handle on what is really the best from a consumer perspective.
I mean if you already have an HDMI DVD player and have the money to get a receiver that will be out dated in two years then that is your choice and I will be jealous of your system (seriously I will be jealous, I like nice stuff). BUT, I consider myself a patient person. Now I will stop because I am sure I have offended someone (sincerest apologies) and also placed doubt in people who had previously made up their mind to run out and get the 2600 (again, sincerest apologies). Cheers!!!
