Why is HD DVD so much better than standard DVD?
The easy answer is that you can experience movies in a vastly improved way over standard formats due to major advances in interactive and compression technologies and the increased storage capacity of HD DVDs. If you want a more technical answer, take a look at the specifications. HD DVD is the only high-definition optical format to mandate that certain features be included in every playback device. That means you are guaranteed to be able to take full advantage of every feature offered by a movie without compatibility issues. Push a button to see the director appear on-screen to discuss a scene as it plays. Or connect online instantly to download tons of bonus content and updates. These are features that movie titles either already offer or will offer in the near future, and the best part is that the players you buy today are guaranteed to support them.
