the guys are right,
1. since pios are more pricey than the others, to justify your expense, you should do a side by side single source comparison if possible ( or better similar player with similar disc with similar cable will be the best but a little inconvenient sa store at syo since you will need 2 test discs of same quality kahit good copy pir---- dvd) others will always say its less than its price difference but you're the best judge on your money's worth.
2. new generation kuros are making raves but of course price is the factor... pq difference? you have to do the same side by side, dont let others tell you whats ok for you, if you listen to all the marketing things going around you'l go crazy and never be able to decide conclusively. there will never be a perfect panel only a panel that suits your needs and budget at the moment of purchase. they will always depreciate everytime a new model comes out, what doesnt? just choose whats best to your eyes and pocket and enjoy your movies! so if you're getting this pio panel now that it's 50% off its intro price go for it kasi bargain na yan, although if you wait a little more baka mas bumaba pa or baka naman ma out of stock ka, hahahay ang daming factors! better have a good relationship with the store to give you either further discount or a tip when to come back (syempre malabo ito)
i dont think the pio will be priced the same as the others even at this point of its market life, may difference pa din, but basing on all models out last Feb07 in malls and specialty stores being sold at its price point and below, its worth the price difference they ask for dahil malinis talaga ang pq nya compared sa others, and since they say that 1080p is not discernable naman sa regular viewing distance natin (unless you watch 6 feet or less from your tv, calling Dr. Sarabia!) ayos na ang resolution nya, sayang lang ang gastos sa 1080full hd panel unless bargain na presyo sya(2-3 yrs fr now), sa HD player at HDdisc mo na lang gamitin budget mo.