Comments on: Digital copies are nice… If you can use them!

By: Ashley

Ashley — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:18:23 +0000

The same thing happened to me with my HSM3 digital DVD copy. I’m not sure what to do now? I wasted extra money for a digital copy that won’t even work because I was not provided with the activation code.

By: David

David — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 06:15:29 +0000

i agree 100% thats why i am here i was trying to look for how to get my code they should have a system where you enter you box info and put the disc in then it gives you the code but i dont know i cant do all that i am 15. I dont want to go to my mom for help with it. Its the internet the point of it is so you can get fast answers

By: LAL

LAL — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 21:38:57 +0000

I ratter have a DVD copy than a digital copy

Just like Sleeping beauty Blu-ray did

By: Michael

Michael — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:30:27 +0000

@CHASH Make no mistake, I agree that Keith is entitled to what he purchased. I will not dispute the aggravation that must come with not being able to tangibly receive what is perhaps the most instantly obtainable format. He paid for the package and deserves it. I empathize entirely… I just neglected to mention it.

No, I was expressing my aggravation with ‘Digital Copy Included’ as a marketing ploy. I concede the convenience, but would argue the legality point – and I don’t mean some shoe string interpretation of the law. It is illegal to copy and share movies; however, I believe even DRM controlled media should allow for type conversions.

Let’s speak Apple specifically for the sake of argument: If you buy a song in iTunes, you can put on a CD for yourself – tangibly yours in at least a small variety. iTunes+ furthers the concept. If you purchase a CD, iTunes allows you to rip it to your library.

I believe the same for movies – ripping and/or encoding physical media to your personal devices shouldn’t be constituted as illegal duplication. In the future I would hope and somewhat anticipate converting my library in a standardized manner. We expect as much with our music – we should demand the same from our movies. I am vocal about it because I want it to be so; I believe it’s a fair request: We should not have to pay more for digital versioning.

@CalebC Handbrake is wonderful for Mac, but I wouldn’t recommend it for Blu Ray just yet, per say. Nevertheless, if you search the handbrake forums you will find a wealth of information on the topic – and in all likelihood much better advice you would get from me.

By: WDSHE REP

WDSHE REP — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 21:42:34 +0000

If your Wall-e DVD/Blu-ray disc case contains no Digital Copy activation code please send your full name, address, and phone number to contactus@disneystudiohelp.com and we will assist you.

By: Kris

Kris — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 18:20:23 +0000

A reviewer on Wal-Mart’s site said they had a blank sheet as well. They even opened 3 more copies at the store, and all were blank. I, personally, don’t have use for the digital copy.

By: CalebC

CalebC — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:57:39 +0000

@Michael – I have no problems with ripping my DVDs that I own for use on my Apple TV. I didn’t realize this was just as simple with Blu-Ray; it’s probably the primary reason I haven’t jumped into Blu-Ray more wholeheartedly than I have (I only own one Blue-Ray disk). Assuming you’re on a Mac, what setup do you use for ripping Blu-Ray disks? Does Handbrake work? What hardware would you recommend?

By: Galley

Galley — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 05:29:45 +0000

From what I have read, many people have gotten blank activation codes.

By: Alan

Alan — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:33:31 +0000

I got a 3-disc set of “Nightmare Before Christmas”, and the digital copy activation code was on the reverse side of the unique activation code sheet (just like the one that is in the picture above); did you check the back of the WALL-E sheet?

By: CHASH

CHASH — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:06:55 +0000

While I agree that Keith could rip from the Blu-Ray, I think that misses the point. First, he shouldn’t have to violate the letter, if not the spirit, of the law, when he paid for the package in good faith. Second, although I’m sure there are many who believe that digital copy is nonsense, their are also plenty of customers that may appreciate the convenience of not having to do a computer rip in the first place… IMO it’s important that the studios accommodate all legal uses of licensed media. It will certainly help them to market Blu-Ray…

By: Michael

Michael — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 02:40:28 +0000

You can easily rip WALL E with free software for both Mac and PC. Odds are your rip will look as good or better. This digital copy nonsense is lame.